• Drug Chemistry 
• Chemistry in Forensics 

First-degree studies (6 semesters) are intended for people interested in chemical sciences. The educational objective in the first-degree chemistry studies includes obtaining knowledge and skills in the field of general chemistry issues and related fields, based on the foundations of mathematical and natural sciences. The graduate has knowledge in the field of modern chemistry and shows proficiency in the specialty. He/she is also ready to start research in the specialty and to comprehensive analysis of chemical processes. He/she can solve chemical problems by applying of contemporary analysis and using of modern analytical equipment. He/she has also the ability to work in a group and knows the rules of organizing and managing teamwork. He/she has knowledge in the field of environmental protection and sustainable development as well as knows the legal, ethical and economic principles of the professional work. The study program is enriched with issues related to economy and entrepreneurship in a small and medium-sized company and managing of innovative projects, what provides the graduate to develop own business in the chemical sector. Moreover, the graduate is ready to undertake second-degree studies in the field of Chemistry.

• specialty Drug Chemistry – the study program of this specialty, in addition to subjects providing chemical education, enables to gain of extended knowledge and skills regarding methods used in the synthesis and analysis of drugs, drug design as well as methods of obtaining medicinal substances.
• specialty in Chemistry in forensics allows you to acquire extended knowledge and skills in the field of forensic chemistry, the ability to work with modern analytical apparatus and equipment, and the use of computer equipment and its use in professional work. The graduate is able to use analytical methods and research procedures, apply chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques in practice, as well as interpret the results of analyzes and draw correct conclusions based on them.

• in the field of chemical sciences, related natural sciences (mathematics, physics), as well as biochemistry and materials engineering, at a level that allows the graduates to meet the requirements of the job market and to work in the various branches of chemical industry, as well as at modern and advanced technical workplaces of pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries,

• covering the knowledge and skills in the field of synthesis, purification, separation, analysis of the composition and determination of the structure of chemical compounds using classical and instrumental methods, especially useful in the work in research and analytical laboratories of chemical and medical profile with modern and advanced equipment,

• covering knowledge of the principles of occupational health and safety, rational and safe use of chemicals and legal regulations in the field of chemical management, 

• covering the knowledge and skills in the field of interpretation, presentation and documentation of the chemical experiment results,

• covering the skills of creative thinking and solving problems that may occur during the professional work. 

• Interesting specialties (Drug Chemistry, Chemistry in Forensics) tailored to the needs of the job market, 

• Possibility of studying in English,

• Highly qualified and student-friendly staff,

• Classes are mostly experimental,

• A modern and still developed didactic base,

• Access to a well-equipped library, internet databases and the department's computer lab,

• Possibility of development within student organizations and research clubs,

• A wide range of international programs and trips, e.g. as part of the COLOURS European University and the ERASMUS+ program,
• Scholarships and accommodation at the Dormitory.

Chemistry is a dynamically developing field of science, and specialists in this field are highly valued.

The graduates of 1st degree Chemistry:

• have the possibility of further education and continuation of studies in the field of 2nd degree Chemistry,

• they can work in many sectors of the business - from education and science to industry and administration,

• they can work in chemical, cosmetic and pharmacological laboratories, both industrial and research, as well as in industrial plants of the chemical and food sectors,

• they can be able to professionally fulfill in the marketing and sales departments of companies operating in the chemical, biotechnological, pharmaceutical, biomedical and related fields.

Admission of International Candidates to degree programmes in English Academic Year 2026/2027

Applications must be submitted electronically via NET24 online recruitment platform https://ujd.net24apply.com/login

Application timeline:

• First intake: 2 March – 31 May 2026
• Second intake: 1 June – 30 June 2026

Documents required

Secondary/High School certificate

You must provide:

• a copy of your Polish Matura certificate, or
• a foreign secondary/high school certificate (a document that allows you to apply for university in the country where it was issued).

The document must:

• have Apostille – if it was issued in a country that is a member of the Hague Convention (5 October 1961) https://www.hcch.net/en/instruments/conventions/status-table/?cid=41
• have legalisation – if it was issued in a country that is not a member of the Convention
• be translated into Polish by a sworn translator. List of sworn translator in Poland: https://arch-bip.ms.gov.pl/pl/rejestry-i-ewidencje/tlumacze-przysiegli/lista-tlumaczy-przysieglych/search.html (The translation must be submitted to the University by the 30 October 2026 for the academic year 2026/2027)

• be officially recognised by NAWA – Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange https://syrena.nawa.gov.pl/

NAWA Recognition

If your certificate is not automatically recognised in Poland, you must obtain an official Diploma Recognition Statement from NAWA, which confirms that your certificate allows you to start university studies in Poland.

https://nawa.gov.pl/en/recognition/how-to-obtain-a-recognition-statement/secondary-school-certificate

Information from the Director of NAWA is not required for certificates issued in EU, OECD and EFTA countries or in countries with which Poland has concluded agreements on mutual recognition of education, including Ukraine full secondary education certificate and China Gaozhong certificate.

Electronic photo in .jpg format (The photo must meet passport photo requirements)

Document confirming their English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level according to the list:

List of documents recognised that confirm proficiency in the English language at a minimum B2 level, in accordance with the regulation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education:

A certificate, diploma, or other document confirming proficiency in English in all four language skills (listening comprehension, reading, speaking, and writing) at B2, C1, or C2 level, issued by one of the following institutions: 

• University of Cambridge, ESOL Examinations: 

̶            B2 First (FCE) 

̶            C1 Advanced (CAE) 

̶            C2 Proficiency (CPE) 

̶            B2 Business Vantage (BEC Vantage) 

̶            C1 Business Higher 

̶            Certificate in English for International Business and Trade (CEIBT) 

•  University of Cambridge, ESOL Examinations, British Council, IDP IELTS Australia: International English Language Testing System IELTS – at least 5.5 points
•  Trinity College London: 

̶            ESOL Skills for Life – Level 1 (B2) or higher 

̶            Integrated Skills in English (ISE) – ISE II or higher 

̶            ISE Digital – above 80 points (B2)

• Educational Testing Service (ETS): 

̶            Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-Based Test (iBT) – at least 72 points 

̶            Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) – at least 785 points in Listening & Reading, 150 points in Speaking, and 160 points in Writing

• Pearson Assessment English: 

̶            Pearson English International Certificate – paper and computer-based versions (formerly Pearson Test of English General (PTE) or London Tests of English) Level 3 (Edexcel Certificate in ESOL International Level 1 – Pass, Merit, Distinction) or higher 

̶            Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) – at least 59 points 

•  LanguageCert (PeopleCert Qualifications (PCQ)): 

̶   LanguageCert International ESOL – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing) (Communicator B2), also known as LanguageCert International ESOL Communicator B2 Listening, Reading, Writing or higher, along with LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Speaking) (Communicator B2), also known as LanguageCert International ESOL Communicator B2 Speaking or higher. 

̶    LanguageCert Academic – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) (LanguageCert Academic B2) or higher

̶         LanguageCert Test of English – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) (LanguageCert Test of English B2) or higher,

•  Education Development International (EDI), London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board: London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations (LCCI):

̶            English for Business Level 2 or higher

̶            Foundation Certificate for Teachers of Business English (FTBE)

•  European Consortium for the Certificate of Attainment in Modern Languages – Level B2 (Vantage) or higher. 
• telc GmbH, WBT Weiterbildungs-Testsysteme GmbH: 

̶            Certificate in English 

̶            Certificate in English for Business Purposes 

̶            Certificate in English for Technical Purposes 

̶            telc English 

̶            telc English Business 

̶            telc English Technical 

̶            telc English University  

Insurance

All foreigners in order to undertake studies must have health insurance. It is recommended that the document presented upon enrolment be valid for at least the first year of studies in Poland and cover treatment costs up to EUR 30 000 for the entire period of validity.