Warsaw University of Life Sciences

SGGW is a modern university of Nature sciences which got the first position in the Agriculture Universities ranking and is one of 10 the best higher education Institutions

Nr 1 in the rankings

(according to Rzeczpospolita and the Students magazine SEMESTR)

The most innovative and creative University in Poland

(the contest organzied by the ACI)

The University – students friendly

(The PROstudent 2004 Contest)

University chosen the most often by the high school graduates

27 000 students

1 200 lecturers

28 courses

13 departments

130 specializations

Didactic and scientific Research

with 250 international universities and institutions from 50 countries all over the world

Modern Campus

(over 70 hectars, parking underground)

Perfect education conditions

(the possibility to study at the other agriculture universities within the framework of MOSTAR program)

1500 didactic rooms, 60 Computer rooms, 300 lecture halls, 24 halls, modern library, the small animals, horses clinics, stable, several experiment centres and the agriculture premises in Poland).

4 000 places in 12 well equipped dormitories

(Internet for everyone, several dining rooms)

Modern sport facilities

(swimming pool, sport halls, gym, sport pitch, hypotherapy centre).

School has

canteen

e-learning

facilities for the handicapped

gym

library

student hostel

Student programs

INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION

International cooperation is really important in our activities, having an impact on the research studies as well as improving the didactic programs.

There is an International Cooperation Office - currently we have 304 agreements with science institutions from 41 countries. Over 1 000 academic teachers and students go abroad (excluding international internships) every year.

Seconly, during the academic year 2010/2011, over 370 foreigners have been studying, we organized 48 international conferences with foreign guests.

We realized 26 projects within the frameworks of educational programs of EU and 55 international research projects.

SGGW is a member of prestigious international organizations:

• European Universities Association (EUA)
• International Association of Universities (IAU)
• Euroleague for Life Science (ELLS)
• Association for European Life Science Universities (ICA)
• ICA Regional Network for Central and South Eastern Europe (CASEE)
• Baltic University Programme (BUP)

Since 1990, SGGW take spart in programs: TEMPUS-PHARE, Commett,which has been available for Poland before becoming a member of EU. Since 1998 we take active part in programs such as: Erasmus, Leonardo da Vinci, Tempus, Jean Monnet, other EU programs, COST.

In 2007, the university has started implementing the program called Mundus External Cooperation Window (EM ECW), which includes students and academic teachers exchange with Russian, Middle East and Central Asia universities.

More information can be found on : www.iro.sggw.pl

College

Library

City

Royal Castle in Warsaw

Palace of Culture and Science

Łazienki Palace

About City

Warsaw – capital city and the biggest city in Poland, situated in the middle-eastern part of the country, in the Mazovia region, at the Vistula river.

Warsaw is an important European scientific, cultural, political and economic centre. It is the seat of the Parliament (Seym and Senate), the President of the Republic of Poland, the Government and other central authorities. Warsaw is also the capital city of the Mazowieckie Voivodship.

Warsaw, and in particular the district Śródmieście, belongs to the most important business centres in the Middle Europe. In 2003 there were 288.307 companies registered there. What is more, foreign investors invested over 700 million euro a year in the city.

The capital city of Poland is the biggest academic centre in the country. There are 66 higher schools and universities there. The list of the biggest Warsaw universities includes:

• Warsaw University
• Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University
• Warsaw University of Technology
• Military University of Technology
• Warsaw School of Economics
• The Main School of Fire Service (SGSP)
• Warsaw University of Life Sciences
• Medical University of Warsaw
• Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw
• Christian Theology Academy
• Academy of Fine Arts
• Frederick Chopin University of Music
• The Maria Grzegorzewska Academy of Special Education
• National Defence Academy
• Budownictwa i Inżynierii

Moreover, a number of private higher schools are developing in a dynamic way, which are oriented at educating the future managerial personnel (MBA), required for managing modern companies in the market economy.

The system of public transport in Warsaw consists of bus lines, tram lines, underground line, and SKM (Urban Fast Train) of total range of over 1000 km. Tickets with a magnetic strip and a Warsaw Travel Card entitle to travelling with the public communication.

Interesting Places

Warsaw to is the heart of the Mazowieckie Voivodship. It is an important economic, cultural, tourist and service centre. The city has charmed quite a few tourist in its history. The architecture and the one of its kind charm of the city guaranties unique memories. While in Warsaw you cannot forget to visit places such as:

• Palace of Culture and Science
• Powązki Graveyard
• Saxon Garden
• Royal Baths Park
• Market of the Old Town

And numerous other places. Welcome to Warsaw!

Clubs recommended by Study4u

Hybrydy

The ‘Hybrydy’ club has two air-conditioned rooms. In the club various music events, concerts and cabarets’ performances take place. Acid jazz, soul, funky, latino, big beat and jazz can be heard there. The Voliera bar – ‘chill out room’ is situated in the lower part of the club. It is open from 9 pm. Comfortable sofas and a small bar help the visitors relax and regenerate.

Go to club website

Proxima

‘Approximate’ means ‘close’. ‘Proximity’ means ‘neighbourhood’. The word ‘proximate’ is understood as ‘direct’, whereas ‘proximal’ as ‘closer’. If you add ‘Proxima Centauri’ and the students’ club ‘Proxima’ to the mix, you will get a clear picture of the leisure activities of the University’s students.

Go to club website

Useful links

• e-Warsaw
• Public Transport in Warsaw

The general recruitment principles in SGGW.

1st degree stationary studies:

1. Candidates with new high school examination will be accepted on the basis of those exams results.
2. Candidates with an old high school examination will be accepted based on:
   • The High School examination results
   • The examination results from the other university in coordination with Central Egzamination Commission

Candidate who haven't passed one of the subjects which are required and won't take part in the examination, cannot take part in the recruitment process for chosen course.

1st degree non stationary studies:

• Candidate's acceptation will be based on the grades from the subjects required for each course
• Candidate who won't have the grade from particular subject, required and won't take part in the examination (2b), cannot take part in the recruitment process for chosen course.
• In case that the number of candidates is lowr that the palces limitation,it will be possible to cancel the recruitment procedure and accept all of those candidates who fulfilled all requirements related to the registration procedure, excluding the courses: landscape architecture, veterinary

2nd degree stationary and non stationary studies:

• Candidates who have graduated from 1st degree studies as well as graduates from Master studies, can apply
• Acceptances for 2nd degree studies will be based on the ranking lists, created for the qualification process for particular studies
• In case that the number of candidates is lowr that the palces limitation,it will be possible to cancel the recruitment procedure and accept all of those candidates who fulfilled all requirements related to the registration procedure