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FAQ - Admission Process

We know you may have many questions about recruiting, so we've created a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) to make the process easier for you. Here you will find everything you might want to ask us.

 

If your question is not listed below, feel free to ask our Admission Office:

Dąbrowa Górnicza - tel. +48 32 295 93 57
Kraków - tel. +48 32 111 01 02; +48 32 111 01 03

If you prefer to write us an e-mail, please check:

 International Admission Office 

  • How can I apply?

    To enrol for a study you need to go directly to the WSB University website - www.wsb.edu.pl/en , then select the admission tab. After clicking on it, you will be able to choose the language you wish to study in. After selecting the language, a list of courses available at our university will appear. Then you will need to fill in a short registration form. Soon after registration, you will receive an e-mail with access to your personal account.

    More information about application process you can find here: 

     Admission Overview 

     

    And for detailed instruction how to apply, please check:

     Admission Guide 

  • Do you have a preparatory English course?

    WSB University offer a whole year preparatory English language courses and graduating from this guarantee admission for studies in English. The preparatory classes start in the autumn semester. No English courses start in the spring semester.

  • How are the classes conducted?

    Studying at WSB University is conducted in a hybrid mode. In a hybrid learning model, students are expected to complete the same type of task, activities, assignments and project. 

  • What is a hybrid learning?

    Hybrid learning is a method of teaching that combines online instruction with traditional classroom activities. In other words, some class sessions are offered with real time online instruction, while other session happen in a face to face classroom environment.

  • Which documents are required for admission to the university?

    Correct and legible documents are fundamental in the admission process and define whether your application will proceed to stage two. 

     

    Application for Bachelor degree studies

    •  Passport
    •  Fully Legalized / Apostilled original of Seconary school diploma / certificate (in original language version)
    •  English sworn translation of legalized/apostilled Secondary School Diploma  (Please note: all stamps also need to be official translate into English)
    •  Transcript in original language version
    •  English sworn translation of transcript
    •  Certificate of validation/eligibility* – for more information visit https://wsb.edu.pl/en/admissions/admission-process/legalisation-apostille-and-validation
    •  English sworn translation of Certificate of validation/eligibility statement with all stamps translated into English too.

    *Eligibility letter should be issued by Ministry of Education in the country where the documents were given, a consulate or a diplomatic post of that country in Poland. 

     

    Application for Master degree studies

    •  Passport
    •  Fully Legalized / Apostilled original of Bachelor diploma (in original language version)
    •  English sworn translation of legalized/apostilled Bachelor Diploma  (Please note: all stamps also need to be official translate into English)
    •  Transcript in original language version
    •  English sworn translation of transcript.
  • How can I legalise my documents?

    Please know that there are two ways.

    1) The procedure depends on the country the document was issued in. If your certificate/diploma has been issued in the country that is a part of Hague Convention you should apply for Apostille.

    2) In other cases your documents must be legalised by the officials in your country, and then by a Polish Consul in your country.

  • What is 'certificate of validation’?

    This is additional document confirming that your High School Diploma gives you access to higher education in the country that your education was provided. This document need to contain your name, surname, number of diploma/certificate and a sentence directly stating about eligibility to continue education at the university level in country of your high school education (important: not in Poland, even if you provide this document to Polish institution). In some countries this document have its own name, for example eligibility statement in Nigeria or migration certificate in India or Pakistan. This is required only from applicants for Bachelor studies.


    Check our Bachelor studies:

     Study in English 

     Study in Ukrainian 

     Study in Russian 

     

  • What kind of medical insurance will I need?

    You should provide us your health insurance that confirms the coverage by the insurer of medical costs in the territory of Poland. Document should be provided in English or and be valid for at least first year of studies.

  • Can I pay in instalments?

    Unfortunately this is not possible. A whole upfront annual payment is required to finalise your admission to WSB University.

  • Can I pay in $/USD?

    Please note that our bank account is in euro. If you pay in USD or any other currency we will still receive euro, but due to the bank exchange rate you can lose some amount of money and it is not going to be equal to the amount that you paid.

  • Do you have scholarships for international students?

    Please be informed that we do not offer scholarships that cover the tuition fee or more however please note that, you can apply for a Rector’s scholarship starting from the second year of your studies. The Rector’s scholarship is granted to a student who obtains outstanding academic results in the last year of studies.

  • Can I work in Poland?

    Please know that the basic National visa type D for studies gives the right to work, but you need to consider that studies should be your priority as this is the basis of your legal stay in Poland.

  • Will I have a place in a dormitory?

    Dąbrowa Górnicza and Kraków city offer a wide range of housing options. We recommend you to book a room in a hostel for a short period of time and while staying there, look for appropriate accommodation in student dorm or shared apartment.

    WSB University does not have their own dormitories, however, you can rent a room in a dormitory of some other university that our University has partnership agreement with. If you want to book a place in a dorm, please write to the Admission Office around 2 weeks before your planned arrival. Unfortunately we can’t guarantee a place for everyone therefore we work on a first come first served basis.

  • What should I do after arrival in Poland?

    Upon your arrival please visit our International Admission Office at WSB University (room 218) to finish the registration process. Please bring all hard copies (originals) of the required documents listed below:

    •  International Passport with Visa / or Polish TRC (Karta Pobytu),
    •  Fully legalized secondary school /Bachelor diploma in original language,
    •  English sworn translation of legalized/apostilled Secondary School / Bachelor diploma (Please note: all stamps also need to be official translate into English),
    •  Transcript in original language version,
    •  English sworn translation of transcript,
    •  Certificate of validation/eligibility (applicable only for candidates for Bachelor degree programs),
    •  English sworn translation of Certificate of validation/eligibility statement with all stamps translated into English too,
    •  Health insurance.


    For more instructions and tips about your stay in Poland, please check our dedicated page:

     Your Stay in Poland