BA Degree Programs in Political Science and International Relations

  Poland

Warsaw

Description: Collegium Civitas is a leading university in Central Europe. It is unsurpassed in variety and quality of courses in English that it offers on its BA and MA Programs in International Relations and Political Science. International students of 27 nationalities study at the university and it welcomes new candidates from abroad.

Collegium Civitas is a relatively young university (founded in 1997) located in the very centre of Warsaw, the capital of Poland (a member of the European Union). Despite its age, it has earned a deserved reputation of an exceptional place to study social and political sciences in English. The tuition fees in Collegium Civitas are very reasonable, the living expenses in Poland are much cheaper compared with other countries of the European Union, and the multinational atmosphere of the university is truly student-friendly.

The Department of Political Science offers two programs in English: the BA (undergraduate) and MA (postgraduate) program in Political Science.

3-year BA Studies: Obligatory Courses List of the Obligatory Courses held at the Department of Political Science - 3-year BA Studies:

First Year
   1. Introduction to Law
   2. Introduction
   3. Microeconomics
   4. Macroeconomics
   5. Introduction to Sociology
   6. Philosophy
   7. World History 1914 - 1949
   8. World History since 1949
   9. Polish History 1914 - 1949
   10. Polish History since 1949
   11. Academic Writing
   12. Advanced Academic Writing
   13. Foreign Language
    + elective courses

Second Year
   1. Introduction to Political Theory
   2. Contemporary Political Ideologies
   3. Comparative Politics
   4. Polish Political System
   5. Political Parties, Party Systems and Elections
   6. Introduction to International Relations
   7. Research Methods in Political Science - Quantitative Methods with Elements of Statistics
   8. Research Methods in Political Science - Qualitative Methods
   9. Public Opinion & Political Behaviour
   10. Physical Education
   11. Foreign Language
    + elective courses

Third Year
   1. Introduction to European Integration
   2. Political Communication
   3. Public Administration
   4. Local Politics and Local Government
   5. East European Politics
   6. West European Politics
   7. BA Seminar
   8. Foreign Language
   + elective courses

3-year BA Program: Obligatory Courses List of the Obligatory Courses held at the Department of International Relations - 3-year BA Studies:

First Year
   1. Introduction to Law
   2. Microeconomics
   3. Macroeconomics
   4. Statistics
   5. Social and Economic Geography
   6. Philosophy
   7. World History 1914 - 1949
   8. World History since 1949
   9. Introduction to International Relations
   10. Theory of International Relations
   11. Introduction to Sociology
   12. Introduction to Political Science
   13. Academic Writing
   14. Advanced Academic Writing
15. Foreign Language
   + elective courses

Second Year
   1. World Economic History
   2. Contemporary Economics Policy
   3. International Economics
   4. Comparative Politics
   5. International Public Law
   6. International Organizations
   7. Foreign Policy in Poland
   8. Demography
   9. Physical Education
   10. Foreign Language
    + elective courses

Third Year

1. Public Administration
2. Strategic Studies (lecture and games)
3. Introduction to European Integration
4. European Civilisation
BA Seminar
Foreign Language
+ elective courses

Prospective students are accepted twice a year: during the winter and summer admissions periods. Please visit our Web site for application deadlines and requirements.

Collegium Civitas is located in the center of Warsaw, the Polish capital, which is a vibrant, welcoming, and affordable city.

Highlights:
* 3-year BA in International Relations
* 3-year BA in Political Science
* 2-year MA in International Relations
* 2-year MA in Political Science

* Highest Ranked University in Poland
Winner of Wprost weeklys Best School Award in the private non-business category in the years 2000-2006; second place in 2007. First place among non-state institutions of higher education in the ranking published by Polityka, an influential Polish weekly, in 2006 and 2007.

* Teaching Excellence and Accreditation
We draw the majority of our faculty from the Polish Academy of Sciences, the most advanced and prestigious research institution in the country. We hold a Certificate of Quality in Education from the Conference of Rectors of Polish Universities. Twice our professors have received the President of Warsaw Award for Best Academic Teacher.

Collegium Civitas is proud to hold the Accreditation from the National Accreditation Commission and the Accreditation from the University Accreditation Commission at the Conference of Rectors of Polish Universities.

* Small Class Size
Teaching excellence is not enough. Our faculty members are easily accessible and class sizes are small. No university can match our faculty-to-student ratio.

* Ideal Location
The university is situated in the centre of Warsaw, in the landmark Palace of Culture and Science. Many of Warsaw's attractions are within easy walking distance, as are transport connections. The site contains most of the provisions for a comfortable life, from banks and post offices to restaurants and bars.

* Caring Environment
Collegium Civitas is the least bureaucratized university at which you will ever study. Our progressive and helpful staff cares for the well-being of the university and its students.

Collegium Civitas has introduced Online Student Services which allow students to register, check their grades, express their opinions, find out about courses and lecturers, etc. through the Internet. The system of the Online Student Services has been praised by both students and the faculty.

* Master Foreign Languages
EMPiK, Poland's foremost language school, provides Collegium Civitas students with foreign language instruction. International students are also offered Polish as a foreign language.

* International Connections
A far higher than average proportion of our students take advantage of international student exchange programs. Collegium Civitas is part of the European Credit Transfer System which enhances student mobility throughout the European Union. Students also benefit from personal contacts with international students studying at the university.

* Excellent Career Opportunities
The intellectually rigorous nature of our study programs enables students to face the competitive job market with confidence. Our well-traveled and English-speaking graduates are an asset to any public or private sector employer. Also, the BA Programs at Collegium Civitas may be used as a springboard for further studies in the UK, the US, Canada or other English-speaking countries.

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 1780 USD per semester on a BA program

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Poland Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time Is 2 weeks

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Collegium Civitas's Mission Statement: Collegium Civitas is an independent university in Warsaw, Poland, which offers BA and MA degree programs in Political Science and International Relations. We are interested in increasing the number of international students studying at Collegium Civitas. We aim at providing young people with knowledge and skills which would be essential to their successful careers and life plans.

Year Founded: 1997