UNIVERSITY OF WARSAW · POLAND
Geography, Full-time, Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's · Taught in pl
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
—
IELTS
—
Tuition / yr
pl
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- Specializations in Socio-Economic, Physical Geography, or GeoinformaticsSpecializations
- Fieldwork in diverse Polish regionsFieldwork
- Opportunity to join research projectsResearch
- Potential for international exchange via MOST and ERASMUS+Exchange Programs
- Optional pedagogical module for teaching qualificationTeaching Qualification
This Bachelor's degree program in Geography focuses on understanding the spatial organization of natural and socio-economic systems, as well as the relationships between them at local, regional, and global scales. You will gain knowledge and skills in analyzing environmental and social changes, using geoinformation technologies to collect and process data, and understanding the long-term consequences of these changes. The program offers three specializations: socio-economic, physical geography, and geoinformatics, allowing you to deepen your knowledge in a chosen area starting from the fourth semester. The curriculum includes lectures, exercises, laboratories, seminars, and essential fieldwork, including trips to various regions of Poland. The faculty encourages student participation in research projects, fostering independent research skills.
Curriculum
The curriculum is divided into general and specialized courses. The first three semesters cover fundamental subjects in economics, geoinformatics, geology, and mathematics, alongside core geography subjects like regional geography, social geography, and cartography. From the fourth semester onwards, students delve into their chosen specialization.
- Year 1-3 (Semesters 1-3)
- Basics of Economics
- Basics of Geoinformatics
- Basics of Geology
- Communication and Information Technologies
- Applications of Mathematics and Statistics in Geography
- Regional Geography
- Social Geography
- Service Economy
- Cartography
- Meteorology and Climatology
- Biogeography
- Economic Geography
- Political Geography
- Geomorphology
- Soil Science and Soil Geography
- Hydrology and Oceanography
- Field Training (Physical Geography)
- Field Training
- Development Geography
- Geoecology
- Geography of Tourism and Recreation
- Concepts and Research Problems in Geography
- Social Research Methods
- World Regions
- Environmental Remote Sensing
- Year 2-3 (Semesters 4-6)
- Advanced Physical Geography
- Advanced Socio-Economic Geography
- Advanced Geoinformatics
Careers
Graduates of the Geography program are prepared for further studies at the Master's or postgraduate level in Geography or related fields such as spatial management, environmental protection, and urban studies. The program also equips students with skills applicable to various professional roles.
- Planning and documentation specialists at local, regional, national, and international levels
- Environmental monitoring institutions
- Local and government administration
- Planning institutions
- Development agencies
- Consulting and advisory firms
- Promotion agencies
- Aid organizations
- Spatial planning studios
- Companies using GIS software, satellite imagery, and aerial photography
- Cartographic companies and publishers
- Public statistics institutions
- Public opinion research centers
- Analytical and planning departments of commercial companies
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Geography Bachelor's programme?
- You must be a transfer student who has completed at least the first year of a Geography Bachelor's degree at another university with an average grade above 4.0. If you do not have a recognized Polish language certificate (B2 level or higher), you will need to pass an oral exam in Polish.
- What are the tuition fees for this programme?
- Tuition fees for the academic year 2026/2027 are not yet published. Fee schedules for previous academic years are available but do not detail specific amounts for this program.
- How long does the Geography Bachelor's programme take?
- The programme is a Bachelor's degree, and the curriculum spans three years, covering six semesters. It includes fundamental subjects in the first three semesters and specialization from the fourth semester onwards.
- In what language is the Geography programme taught?
- The programme is taught in Polish. If you do not have a recognized Polish language certificate (B2 level or higher), you will be assessed through an oral exam.
- How can I apply for the Geography programme?
- You need to create an account on the Internet Recruitment of Candidates (IRK) platform, upload scanned academic records including your transcript and average grade, and potentially take a Polish language assessment exam.
- What are the application deadlines?
- The Polish language exam is scheduled for September 16, 2026, with results announced on September 21, 2026. Document submission rounds follow between September 23 and September 30, 2026.
Entry requirements
Transfer studentMust have completed at least the first year of a Bachelor's degree in Geography at another university with an average grade above 4.0 (good).
Polish Language ProficiencyB2 (or assessed via exam)
Admission is based on a ranking list determined by the average grade from previous studies. Significant program differences may prevent admission. For non-Polish speakers without a recognized B2 certificate, an oral exam in Polish is required, assessing the ability to describe a geographical region.
Fees
Tuition (international)No specific international tuition fees are listed for this program. The fees page refers to tuition fees for students starting in the academic year 2024/2025, but specific amounts for this program are not detailed.
Tuition (home)No specific domestic tuition fees are listed for this program. The fees page refers to tuition fees for students starting in the academic year 2024/2025, but specific amounts for this program are not detailed.
LivingLiving costs are not specified in the provided information.
Tuition fees for the academic year 2026/2027 are not yet published. The provided links refer to fee schedules for previous academic years (2021/2022-2025/2026).
How to apply
1. Check EligibilityEnsure you have completed at least the first year of a Geography Bachelor's degree at another university with an average grade above 4.0.
2. Create an IRK AccountRegister on the Internet Recruitment of Candidates (IRK) platform.
3. Submit Application DocumentsUpload scans of your university transcript (showing ECTS credits) and your overall study average grade, certified by your current institution.
4. Language Proficiency AssessmentIf you do not have a recognized Polish language certificate (B2 level or higher), you will undergo an oral exam on September 16, 2026, to assess your ability to study in Polish.
5. Review and RankingThe university will assess program differences. Admission is based on a ranking list determined by your average grade. Candidates with too many program differences may not be admitted.
6. Receive ResultsResults will be announced on September 21, 2026.
7. Document SubmissionIf admitted, you will need to submit original documents during designated periods between September 23 and September 30, 2026.
8. Fulfill Program DifferencesAdmitted students must complete any program differences identified between your previous studies and the UW Geography program within a specified timeframe.
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Geography Bachelor's programme?
+
You must be a transfer student who has completed at least the first year of a Geography Bachelor's degree at another university with an average grade above 4.0. If you do not have a recognized Polish language certificate (B2 level or higher), you will need to pass an oral exam in Polish.
What are the tuition fees for this programme?
+
Tuition fees for the academic year 2026/2027 are not yet published. Fee schedules for previous academic years are available but do not detail specific amounts for this program.
How long does the Geography Bachelor's programme take?
+
The programme is a Bachelor's degree, and the curriculum spans three years, covering six semesters. It includes fundamental subjects in the first three semesters and specialization from the fourth semester onwards.
In what language is the Geography programme taught?
+
The programme is taught in Polish. If you do not have a recognized Polish language certificate (B2 level or higher), you will be assessed through an oral exam.
How can I apply for the Geography programme?
+
You need to create an account on the Internet Recruitment of Candidates (IRK) platform, upload scanned academic records including your transcript and average grade, and potentially take a Polish language assessment exam.
What are the application deadlines?
+
The Polish language exam is scheduled for September 16, 2026, with results announced on September 21, 2026. Document submission rounds follow between September 23 and September 30, 2026.