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University of Economics
in Katowice ...07
Become our student ...12
Useful info ...18
University Campus ...26
After hours ...36
Poland: Your best choice ...42
Silesia: Positive energy ...48
Katowice: City of gardens ...51
Survival Polish ...54
Emergency calls ...55
Useful links ...55
Join us online ...57
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Basic info
remember this
Name of the host institution:
Erasmus Institutional Code:
Website:
Admissions Office:
Postal address:
Unit responsible for
admissions and Erasmus+:
Tel:./Fax:
Contact e–mail:
Information for incoming
students:
Exchange application
deadlines:
Semester periods:
Uniwersytet Ekonomiczny w Katowicach
University of Economics in Katowice
PL KATOWIC02
www.ue.katowice.pl/en
www.ue.katowice.pl/ru
e-mail: admissions@ue.katowice.pl
University of Economics in Katowice
ul. 1 Maja 50
40-287 Katowice
Poland
Biuro Międzynarodowej Wymiany Studentów
International Relations Office
+ 48 32 257 7024 / + 48 32 257 7127
uek@ue.katowice.pl
www.ue.katowice.pl/en
1 June - for the winter semester /
/ whole academic year
1 December - for the summer semester
October – mid-February
mid-February - end of June
www.ue.katowice.pl/en
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University
of Economics
in Katowice
STUDY IN KATOWICE
your place
your space
your future

University of Economics in Katowice
General info ...09
Academic system ...10
ECTS credits ...10
Study offer in Polish ...10
Study offer in foreign languages ...10
International Relations Office ...11
International Promotion ...11
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General info
The University of Economics in Katowice is perceived as a distinguished research and education
center with a valuable contribution to the economic life of the region, as well as an important
partner in the international area. Our professors play a significant role in the regional and
national development by providing expertise, conducting research and working with the regional
authorities and industry. Our students and alumni are prepared to operate successfully in an ever
more international market and join the highly-qualified staff dynamically sought after by the most
important players in the job market. The University delivers courses integrating the practical and
theoretical aspects of business and marvellous opportunities for international work placement.
Four faculties: Economics, Management, Finance & Insurance, and Informatics & Communication
offer a wide range of courses and are firmly linked to business practice.
NEW IDEAS, OLD TRADITIONS:
The University of Economics in Katowice was founded in 1937
and is the biggest and oldest business school in the region.
Drawing on its long history and traditions, our university
continues to grow and evolve, implementing new ideas, diversifying
its study offer AND participating in various projects.
Our new promotion campaign is based on 3 main messages: location of our University in an
attractive, unique and flourishing city of Katowice, international and multicultural character of our
institution, and great employability prospects and career opportunities for our graduates.
International focus
Internationalization is one of the most prioritized and dynamic activities of the university.
Whether it is participating in international research programs, entering into alliances with leading
universities in the EU and its external territories, being involved in international student and
academic staff exchange programs, or collaborating with countries in transition, University of
Economics in Katowice is becoming more and more internationally oriented.
Facts and figures:
200 foreign partner universities
300 foreign partner enterprises and other institutions
600 incoming and outgoing students
500 incoming and outgoing Staff
Membership in international networks like EUA, EAIE, NAFSA etc.
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Academic system
Bachelor’s level = undergraduate (3 years) = 180 ECTS
Master’s level = graduate (2 years) = 120 ECTS
Doctoral level = (4 years) or based on individual meetings with a supervisor
ECTS credits
ECTS = European Credit Transfer System. A full semester’s workload
equals 30 ECTS. Exchange students are expected to take the minimum
of 18 and maximum of 30 ECTS per semester.
Study offer in Polish
The university offers full-time and part-time studies in Polish at every level at its four faculties.
There are over 60 specializations offered at our campuses: Katowice and Rybnik. The main fields
of study include:
Business Management
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance and Accounting
IT and Computer Science
International Business
Logistics
For more infoRMATION on studies
in Polish see www.ue.katowice.pl
Study offer in foreign languages
Euroclasses
This program is offered to exchange students for one or max. 2 semesters. At the end of the
semester students receive official certificates of study (no diploma). Students can choose from a
wide range of courses offered by our four faculties: Economics, Finance & Insurance, Informatics
& Communication, and Management. The courses comprising the offer are provided in English.
www.ue.katowice.pl/en
Joint Master’s Degree in European Business and Finance
The course is run jointly by three universities: Nottingham Trent University (United Kingdom), Brno
University of Technology (The Czech Republic) and the University of Economics in Katowice (Poland).
During the first two semesters, the students follow courses at the Faculty of Finance and Insurance
in Katowice. The final part comprises one semester at Nottingham Trent University and a onesemester
work placement. Graduates receive a Master’s diploma awarded by the three universities.
Joint Master’s Degree in Quantitative Asset and Risk Management
ARIMA is run by three universities: University of Applied Sciences BFI Vienna (Austria), Anglo-
American University in Prague (The Czech Republic) and University of Economics in Katowice
(Poland) and double degree - University of Bologna (Italy). At the end of this 2-year Master’s
degree program students receive the diploma by all partner universities.
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Bachelor Degree’s in Finance & Accounting for Business
The graduate of the program will have acquired up-to-date knowledge of accounting and corporate
finance, investment profitability account, taxation of companies, limiting and managing financial
risk, and investing in the capital market, as well as the following skills: drawing up financial
reports, implementing IT tools to record and analyze financial information, etc.
International Business (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
The courses at Bachelor’s (3 years) and Master’s (2 years) level are provided by the Faculty of
Management and set in an international environment of both Polish and international students.
The study program focuses on issues related to international economic relations, business and
labour law, marketing strategies in transnational corporations, management of European Union
funds or interpersonal influence on consumer’s behaviour.
More information is available on our website www.ue.katowice.pl/en
International Relations
The International Relations Office is responsible for the coordination of international exchange
programs, initiating international cooperation agreements and managing international education
projects. It deals with the admission and administration services for foreign students, both
degree-seeking and exchange, and liaises with Erasmus Student Network to provide support for
international students at the university. The IRO also issues the necessary certificates (acceptance
letters, confirmation of study period etc.)
International relations office
Tel.: +48 32 257 7024
Fax: +48 32 257 7127
Building N, Rooms 328, 329, 331
ul. Adamskiego 7, KATOWICE
Office hours for students:
Monday-Thursday : 12.00-15.00
Bmws@ue.katowice.pl
www.bmws.ue.katowice.pl
International Promotion
The International Promotion Team at Promotion and New Media Bureau is responsible for
coordinating and initiating international events at the university, participation in fairs, preparation
of promotional materials in foreign languages as well as social programs and integration activities
for international students. It moderates University web site in English and Russian, social media
such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and blogs by international students. We invite all international
students to apply for an internship in our team!
International PROMOTION
40-287 Katowice, Poland
Tel.:+48 32 257 7139
Building E, Room 503
ul. 1 Maja 47, KATOWICE
zpz@ue.katowice.pl
www.ue.katowice.pl/en
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Become our student
Admissions ...14
Tuition ...14
Academic calendar ...14
Accommodation ...15
Student card ...16
Mentor pick up ...16
Orientation program ...17
Contact sheet ...17
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Admissions
You can study at the University of Economics in Katowice as:
An exchange student from one of our partner universities (under Erasmus+, CEEPUS, bilateral
agreement) – for 1 or 2 semesters with no tuition fees
A freemover – for 1 or 2 semesters; tuition depends on the number of ECTS credits you take
A degree-seeking student enrolled on a full study program delivered in English or Polish
More information: www.ue.katowice.pl/en
All international students wishing to study at our institution within EuroClasses (for max. two
semesters) need to fill in the online application form. The form consists of a few steps requiring your
personal information, data concerning your sending institution, reservation of accommodation
and the choice of your study program. The form is available during the recruitment periods, that is
about one month before the official application deadlines: 1 June (winter semester) and
1 December (summer semester).
winter
semester
OCTOBER
till
mid-february
summer
semesteR
FEBRUARY
till
JUNE
Tuition
For details please check our website:
www.ue.katowice.pl/en/admission/fees
Academic calendar
The academic year is divided into two terms. The winter semester starts in October and lasts until
the end of January when examination session starts. The summer semester starts in mid-February
and lasts until the beginning of June, followed by exams. There are short breaks of about a
fortnight at the end of December and during Easter. There is practically no teaching from mid-June
to the end of September.
Please check our website www.ue.katowice.pl/en for detailed information on the admission
requirements and procedures for each category of students, as well as the current academic
calendar and deadlines.
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Accommodation
Dormitory in Ligota, ul. Franciszkańska 8/10
The most popular choice of students – please apply early as the number of places is limited.
The dormitory is situated about 20 minutes by bus from the main university buildings, near a big
student residential area consisting of dormitories of almost all higher education institutions in
Katowice.
The standard room is double or triple (one bedroom and shared bathroom). Every room is equipped
with basic items of furniture (beds, wardrobe, shelves, lamps, fridge). Bedclothes are provided and
laundered regularly free of charge but you need to bring your own towels. There are common
kitchens on each floor. Free Internet access is available in each room (bring your LAN cable).
Please check www.ue.katowice.pl/en for current rates and charges
Dormitory
in Ligota,
ulICA
FranciszkaNSka
8/10
Renting a flat
If you don’t feel like living in the student residential area you can always rent a flat on your own
with a real estate agency (in Polish: biuro nieruchomości). The rent depends on the apartment
location – note that fully equipped flats are usually more expensive. You can also share a flat or
room with other students – that will probably be much cheaper.
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Student card
All students receive a student identity card (a photograph is
needed to obtain the document) entitling them to a 50% discount
on public transport in the city and a 37% discount on national
railways only when they are under 26). The card also entitles
the student to access the university library, sports centres
and other facilities and to discounted tickets to cinemas,
theatres and museums.
MENTOR and pick up service
For international students who are unfamiliar with Poland and our lifestyle, moving to Katowice
can be a daunting experience. That’s why we offer the Mentor Program, which pairs international
students with Polish students who provide the friendly face, helping hand, and first friendship
that can make a world of difference for new arrivals. The mentor will contact you by email even
before your arrival, pick you up and help you get to your accommodation at the dormitory or your
flat. You can be sure that you will receive help when the knowledge of Polish is required. Your
mentor will be your “guardian angel” whenever needed, he/she will help you in everyday matters
at the university or simply in Katowice. Typical “mentor” activities might include showing you
around the campus, locating banks and grocery stores near the university, or chatting over a cup
of coffee.
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Orientation Program
At the beginning of your stay in Katowice, everything will be new: the country, university and
its facilities, the city, public transport, the Polish language and people. This sounds exciting
and interesting, but some may find it also a little intimidating. To help you cope with the new
situation, we organize an Orientation Program prior to the start of each semester. The highlight of
this first days is the Global Village – a party during which representatives of each country present
their typical, national foods, sweets, drinks, songs, dances etc.
Please remember about this special evening and prepare something before your arrival in
Katowice! www.esn.ue.katowice.pl
Contact sheet
This is a brief overview of where to direct your questions regarding admissions and your student
life.
International Relations Office
Dominika Janik-Hornik - Head &
Institutional Erasmus Coordinator
Renata Lipczak, Building N
Rooms 328, 329, 331
Tel.: + 48 32 257 7024
Fax: + 48 32 257 7127
E-mail: admissions@ue.katowice.pl
Faculty of Finance and Insurance
Assistant of the Academic Coordinator
for Exchange Students
Karolina Borys, Room 323 A
Tel.: + 48 32 257 7747
E-mail: karolina.borys@ue.katowice.pl
New Media and Promotion Bureau
Head of International Promotion
Edyta Lachowicz Santos, Room 503 E
Tel.: + 48 32 257 7139
E-mail: edyta.santos@ue.katowice.pl
Manager of the Dormitory
Hanna Szczudło, Room 112 Zaścianek
ul. Franciszkańska 8
40-708 Katowice (Ligota)
Tel.: + 48 32 257 7222
E-mail: domstudenta@ue.katowice.pl
Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
Room 227/228 F
Tel.: + 48 32 257 7218
Mobile: +48 886 185 593
E-mail: esn.katowice@esn.pl
> Coordination of exchange programs
> Admission of foreign citizens for full
degree programs
> Questions concerning study programs
and subjects
> Class schedules and rooms
> Learning Agreementts, transcipts
of records
> Exams
> Student ID card
> Organizing integration events,
conferences etc.
> Blogs and Internet portals: Twitter,
Facebook, Youtube, PicasaWeb etc.
> University web site
> Questions concerning accommodation
in the dormitory
> Deposit
> Registration in the dormitory
> Introduction to the institution
and the student life
> Orientation Program, trips and parties
> Mentors
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HEALTH
COST OF
LIVING
Useful info
Visa ...20
Health care and insurance ...20

Useful info
Transport ...21
Taxi / Train / Plane ...21, 22
Money exchange ...21
Banks ...22
Post ...22
Pharmacy ...23
Electricity ...23
Employment ...23
Mobile phones ...24
Shopping ...24
Cost of living ...25
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Visa
Students who are citizens of the European Union or European Economic Area do not
need a visa when entering Poland. However, for a stay exceeding 3 months, they
should obtain a temporary residence permit at the Silesian Voivodeship Office. Your
mentor will assist you to arrange the formalities. www.katowice.uw.gov.pl
Students from non-EU/EEA countries should check the visa requirements at their local Polish
embassy/consulate. Schengen States issue the following types of uniform visas which entitle the
holder to enter and stay in the Schengen territory:
airport transit visa (A) – valid only for airport transit, does not
entitle the holder to leave the transit zone of the airport
short-stay visa (C) – valid for stays of no more than 90 days per
period of 180 days
Apart from uniform visas, Schengen States issue national long-stay
visas (D) and residence permits.
Holders of residence permits and national long-stay visas (D) issued
by one of the Schengen States are allowed to travel within the
Schengen area during a maximum OF three months in any half-year.
More info on the web site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
www.msz.gov.pl
Health care and insurance
EU/EEA citizens
Students from EU/EEA countries are entitled to free health care on presenting the European Health
Insurance Card issued in their country (EHIC). The EHIC covers any medical treatment due to either
an accident or illness within the European Economic Area (EEA). It is crucial to remember that the
free-of-charge health service is provided by the units which have relevant contracts with NFZ
(Narodowy Fundusz Zdrowia – National Health Fund). If the EHIC is unavailable, or if the treatment
was not covered by the provider’s contract with NFZ, the patient will be charged with the cost.
More information can be found on the NFZ website: www.nfz.gov.pl.
Apart from the public health care system, there is also a well-developed private sector. The costs
of medical care may be reimbursed if the student has purchased a health insurance policy in his/
her country before departure. Make sure you obtain accident insurance in addition to EHIC/health
insurance policy.
NON-EU/EEA citizens
The students from non-EU/EEA countries should purchase health insurance in their home country
before departure. According to state health regulations, foreigners (except the EU/EEA citizens, see
above) have to pay for medical consultation. The cost is then reimbursed by their health insurance
company.
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Transport
Public transport
Public transport in Katowice and neighboring cities – buses and trams – is well organized and
accessible 24 hours a day.
Information about routes, timetables and fares is available at www.kzkgop.pl
How to get to Katowice-Ligota
The most convenient way of getting to Ligota from the city centre is to take one of the buses.
Depending on the route, the journey takes between 20 and 40 minutes (off peak). Bus stops within
a 5 minutes’ walk from dormitories are for example: Ligota Ośrodek Zdrowia, Ligota Poleska, Ligota
Dom Kultury n/ż. You may also take a train to Katowice Ligota station. For the train timetables see
www.rozklad-pkp.pl/en.
Tickets and travelcards
Upper Silesia is divided into zones (cities) with three different fare rates. Single journey tickets
can be used both on buses and trams. To be able to use student tickets, you need to have a valid
student card issued by our University. (Remember that you must always carry the student card with
you in case you are asked to present it to the ticket inspector.)
Remember to ‘VAlidate’ your single trip ticket immediately after boarding
the bus/tram. The ticket inspections are very frequent and the penalties
vary from 70 to 320 PLN.
Season tickets/travel cards:
Type
monthly
3-monthly valid for two or more cities
3-monthly valid only in one city
Holiday season ticket (June and August)
valid in two or more cities
Student fare
PLN 63
PLN 188
PLN 161
PLN 130
Taxi
Taxis in Poland are relatively cheap. However, the prices differ depending on the time of the day/
night. It is advisable to ask about the price beforehand and see that the meter is switched on.
Radio-taxi that can be ordered by phone (mobile) from anywhere is cheaper.
Train
Katowice has direct train connections with many cities in Poland and abroad, e.g. Vienna, Prague,
Budapest etc. You can search for connections using the Polish Public Rail (PKP) route planner
www.rozklad-pkp.pl/en. The main railway station is located in the very centre of Katowice,
just 5 minutes’ walk from Rynek (central square). It is also easy to catch a city bus or tram that will
take you from the railway station to the university.
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Plane
There are two major airports located within 30 minutes’ drive from Katowice center: Katowice
Airport and Kraków Airport, both offering numerous flight connections to destinations all over the
world.
www.katowice-airport.com
www.krakowairport.pl/en/
Please note that you may also take advantage of the Ostrava Airport in the neighbouring Czech
Republic – about 60 minutes’ drive from Katowice.
www.airport-ostrava.cz/EN/
Typical trips for international students
Katowice is a perfect starting point with good travel connections to various destinations in Poland
and other European destinations. Most of our international students take advantage of our location
and travel to a number of cities such as Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Berlin, Vilnius etc.
Money exchange
Polish currency is called złoty (PLN). If it is not possibile to buy the currency in your home country
you can bring your home country currency with you and exchange it in a Money Exchange
(in Polish: kantor) or a bank. It is not advised to bring cheques as they are not popular or easy
to cash here. (1 euro is approx. 4 zloties)
Banks
The credit and debit cards used worldwide are recognized and very popular in Poland. Please note
that to open an account in Poland you will usually need your passport and other evidence of your
origin. For more details ask your mentor.
There is an ATM at the university in building D, where you will be able to get your supply of złoties.
Post
Polish post offices are usually open from 8.00 to 19.00 on weekdays and from 8.00 to 14.00 on
Saturdays. There is a small post office located very close to the university, just opposite building A.
In case you need some extra services, you can go to the main post office in Pocztowa Street, which
stays open 24h.
Pharmacy
The Polish name for a pharmacy is ‘Apteka.’ A lot of medicines are available over the counter
but many can be purchased only with a doctor’s prescription. There are plenty of pharmacies in
Katowice, several open 24/7.
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Electricity
The electric current in Poland is 230 volts, 50 Hz.
type C type E type F
Source: www.gniazdaelektryczne.wordpress.com
Employment
International students can work full-time throughout the year only if they have a residence permit.
Foreigners may also apply for internships within Erasmus+ grant or AIESEC organization - at their
home institution. You are also welcome to apply for an internship at our university (for more
information contact International Promotion Team: Tel.: +48 32 257 7139, uek@ue.katowice.pl).
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Mobile phones
You can buy a sim card and use prepaid mobile services. Please make sure your phone does not
have a simlock.
For cheap international calls you can use pre-paid cards. Both telephone and pre-paid telephone
cards can be purchased at a newsagent’s, post office or petrol station.
You can make a reverse charges call – the cost will be covered by the recipient. To do that you need
to dial 19222, give the number you want to reach and then wait for the recipient’s approval. This
service is provided on public phones and land lines of Orange company.
Shopping
Katowice offers a variety of options for all of those who wish to discover its shopping opportunities.
The biggest shopping centers are Silesia City Center (www.silesiacitycenter.pl), 3 Stawy
(www.3stawy.pl), Galeria Katowicka (www.galeriakatowicka.eu).
This is a perfect place for shopping, eating out and spending your leisure time.
Most of the shops in Katowice center are located near the main train station in 3 Maja and
Staromiejska Streets. The opening hours vary, but most shops are open between 10.00 am and
6.00 pm, while supermarkets and shopping malls work from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm. Please note that
they are open on Saturdays and Sundays.
When shopping for food you have three options: local food markets, corner shops or supermarkets.
To try exceptional products imported from all over the world, you can visit Alma delicatessen and
Piotr i Pawł located in Kościuszki Street or Bomi in Roździeńskiego Street. In Katowice you may find
most popular supermarkets: Auchan, Carrefour, Lidl, Real, Tesco.
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Cost of living
Your monthly expenses will depend on your habits and needs. Here are some rough prices of
products in Poland. (1 euro is approx. 4 zloties)
What?
Dormitory rent
Flat rent (price per room in a bigger flat)
Flat rent (one-room)
Monthly ticket for the public transport
Cinema ticket
Lunch in a student canteen
Lunch in a pub
Cup of coffee
Beer
Loaf of bread
Bottle of mineral water
Price
380-500 zł
400-600 zł
800-1500 zł
63 zł (with student ID card)
15 zł (with student ID card)
10-12 zł
15-25 zł
3-5 zł
3,5 zł (shop) 6 zł (pub)
4 zł
2 zł
monthly
ticket
63 ZL
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FIND US
University
campus

University campus
Library ...30
Computer facilities ...30
Disabled students ...30
Student canteen ...30
Sports activities ...32
Student organizations ...32
Integration events calendar ...34
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CNTI

ciniba
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Library
Scientific Information Centre and Academic Library (Polish acronym: CINiBA) is a
joint project of the University of Economics in Katowice and the University of Silesia. The library has
the biggest collection of economics-related publications in Upper Silesia.
www.ciniba.ue.katowice.pl
The collection includes books, periodicals and specialist publications on economics and related
disciplines: management, marketing, finance, accounting, law, statistics, political sciences,
sociology, psychology, computer science, mathematics etc. It also offers access to online databases
in English. Foreign students may use the library collection (in CINiBA and CNTI) with the possibility
of making photocopies of fragments of the books and periodicals.
you will need your student card to access the library
Bookshop
The university (building A) has its own small bookshop, where you can buy foreign literature,
university textbooks and university merchandise.
Computer facilities
Advanced Information Technology Center (Polish acronym: CNTI)
The newest building in the main campus, where you can find computer laboratories and
departmental libraries.www.CNTI.ue.katowice.pl
Students can use computers in the CNTI (@). There is also a possibility to connect your smart phone
or laptop to the university WIFI network.
Students have free access to wireless Internet on their computers.
Disabled students
Our University places great importance on providing equal services to all students. We successively
adapt all of our buildings to the needs of the disabled. Buildings A, P and CNTI are accessible
to the needs of students in wheelchairs. Moreover, there are computer labs and work spaces in
the main library equipped with software and hardware for sight-impaired and hearing-impaired
individuals. The university hotel (building P) offers comfortable rooms for disabled students. For
more information please contact your mentor.
Student canteen
The canteen located in building F is very popular with our students. The menu is varied so everyone
can find something to suit their tastes. The meals are tasty and inexpensive; the price of a twocourse
lunch will be about 2-3 EUR.
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Sports activities
Sport is an important aspect of student life. The university offers our students a big range of
possibilities. The sports clubs you may join include:
swimming
nordic walking
yoga
pilates
volleyball
basketball
football
handball
floorball
skiing
badminton
aerobics
All students can also use the gyms, climbing wall, swimming pool and sauna located
on the campus.
Student organizations
Student Parliament www.ps.ue.katowice.pl
Independent Student Association (NZS) www.nzs.ue.katowice.pl
Academic Sports Association (AZS) www.azs.ue.katowice.pl
AIESEC www.aiesec.pl/katowice
Paneuropa www.paneuropa.eu.org
Silesianie www.silesianie.pl
European Centre for Integration and Development (ECID) www.ecid.org.pl
Public Relations Student Organization (PROGRESS) www.progress.ue.katowice.pl
Arkada Student Club www.arkada.ue.katowice.pl
BCC Students Forum www.sfbcc.org.pl/slaski
Gaudeamus www.kzagaudeamus.org
European Students Forum AEGEE www.aegee.katowice.pl
University Choir www.chor.ue.katowice.pl
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swimming
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Erasmus Student Network – their aim is to promote the social and personal integration of
exchange students. They help international students by using the qualities of the local students,
offering guidance, introducing them to the institution and the student life. They also coordinate
the social and cultural activities, organizing trips to interesting destinations within the country,
photo contests, international food fests and of course parties.
www.esn.ue.katowice.pl
Integration events calendar
With tremendous support from ESN UE Katowice and other student organizations, the university
looks after its international students also after classes. We organize many events and trips during
the whole academic year.
Month
September
October
November
December
January
February
March/ April
April
May
June
Event
Orientation Program (winter semester)
Trip to Kraków and Auschwitz,
Spooky Night, Tandem
Trip to Wrocław,
Responsible Party
Christmas Eve, Board games,
Turkish Night, Ice skating
Goodbye Party, Trip to Zakopane,
University Day,
Ball of the University of Economics in Katowice,
Movie Night
Orientation Program (summer semester),
Trip to Kraków and Auschwitz,
Tandem, Speed Date
Discover Europe (photo contest), Tandem, Karaoke
Erasmus+ Day, ESNolympics
Silesia Days,
Extreme Economics,
Trip to the seaside,
Movie Night,
Juwenalia Śląskie (the biggest student festival in Silesia)
Wampiriada (event during which students donate blood )
Goodbye party
Orientation Program
See page www.esn.ue.katowice.pl
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Erasmus+ Day
This is an event which promotes the Erasmus+ Program and the idea of international student
exchange. Parades, exhibitions, meetings with representatives of the university staff and
authorities, parties, barbecues and many other events, during which all Polish students can meet
Erasmus students. Erasmus+ Day is a chance to get to know something about exchange programs at
the University of Economics in Katowice and to ask foreign students about their countries.
Silesia Days
It is a cultural and educational conference for international students. The aim of the conference
is to encourage international exchange students to stay at our University, to promote Silesia, its
culture, history and people. More info about SD see www.ue.katowice.pl/silesiadays
Extreme Economics
It is the second part of Silesia Days, organized in the Silesia Park in Chorzów. During this event
students see the green and fun part of Silesia. They go zorbing, wall-climbing, try bungee running
and gladiator fights among many other activities.
To see how the students enjoyed the conference in previous years, visit our channels on:
PicasaWeb Albums: WWW.UE.KATOWICE.PL/PICASA
YouTube: WWW.UE.KATOWICE.PL/YOUTUBE
Discover Europe
This extraordinary photo contest is meant to select the best pictures showing Poland and other
European countries, sent in by the students from all over Europe. The European level of the contest
helps establish international connections among the participants, who, by submitting their work,
present their own perception of the variety of cultures throughout Europe and contribute to
countering stereotypes. The idea of the competition is to show, through photography, the beauty
of Europe, its traditions and customs, as well as to share the experiences of traveling or of taking
part in a student exchange program. www.esn.ue.katowice.pl/discovereurope
International Weeks
During this weeks both Polish and international students are able to participate in the courses
conducted in English by foreign lecturers from all over the world and receive ECTS credits for each
of them. www.ue.katowice.pl/en/international-cooperation
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HAVE FUN!
After
hours
After hours

After hours
Pubc, cafes, restaurants ...38
Silesian cuisine ...38
Theatres and cinemas ...39
Opera and philharmonic ...39
Entertainment centers ...39
Galleries ...40
Sport ...40
Public holidays ...41
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During your stay in Katowice we will provide you with plenty of opportunities to visit major Polish
cities, meet great people from all over the world and have lots of fun! We will take you bowling,
skating, skiing, swimming, hiking, sun-bathing, dancing, singing etc. and surely you will not have
the time to get bored in Katowice.
The best way to be kept informed about social life and advice on going-out for international
student is to follow our Facebook profile.
www.facebook.com/ueKATOWICeEN
Pubs, cafes, restaurants
The choice of restaurants and cafés in Katowice is rather wide and varied. The café goers can choose
between coffee shop chains like Starbucs, Costa or Coffee Heaven and plenty of independent cafés
scattered around the city. When eating out, you can dine in a fast-food restaurant or choose one
serving cuisine typical for different world regions or countries such as Asian, Italian, Spanish or
Russian etc. The same variety applies to pubs, among which you can find music-themed ones, e.
g. rock pubs or Irish pubs. Most pubs serve really good food.
Since there is such a great choice of restaurants and pubs in the city, we have decided not to
recommend any. Your fellow students will surely be a reliable source of information.
Silesian cuisine
The regional cuisine combines simplicity, variety and great flavours. It is really worth trying the most
typical Silesian dishes. Immediately associated with Silesia are kluski śląskie (Silesian dumplings),
round-shaped potato dumplings served with gravy and rolada z modrą kapustą (a beef-meat roll
stuffed with pickled vegetables and ham, served with red cabbage).
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Theatres and cinemas
If you are a theatre lover you can visit the Stanisław Wyspiański Silesian Theatre located in
Rynek (Central Square) in Katowice, the ‘Cogitatur’ theatre, the ‘Ateneum’ Puppet Theatre or the
‘Rozrywka’ Theatre (a music theatre located in Chorzów). Most of the plays, however, are staged
in Polish, which you may find difficult. You won’t have such problems while going to Katowice
cinemas (unless it is a Polish film). All foreign films with the exception of cartoons for children are
shown in their original language versions, with Polish subtitles.
Among Katowice’s cinemas there are:
Cinema City & IMAX, ul. Gliwicka 44, ul. Chorzowska 107 www.cinema-city.pl
Planet Cinema, ul. Uniwersytecka 13 www.planetcinema.pl
Multikino, ul. 3 Maja 30 www.multikino.pl
Światowid, ul. 3 Maja 7 – member of Europa Cinemas Network and Arthouse Cinemas Network
www.swiatowid.katowice.pl
Kosmos, ul. Sokolska 66 www.csf.katowice.pl
Rialto, ul. św. Jana 24 www.rialto.katowice.pl
Opera and philharmonic
True music lovers can visit the Silesian Philharmonic. The acoustics of the concert hall are splendid
and the aesthetic qualities of historic interiors make them a wonderful setting. The Silesian Opera
in Bytom is unique due to its huge audience and special performances, such as ‘Meetings with
opera’ organised for students.
www.filharmoniaslaska.eu
www.opera-slaska.pl
Entertainment centres
Club Grawitacja, ul. Gliwicka 44: bowling, darts, pool tables www.klubgrawitacja.com
Club Garage, ul. Dąbrówki 10: bowling, darts, pool tables www.clubgarage.pl
Laserhouse, ul. Kamienna 9: laser tag www.laserhouse.pl
Carting, ul. Stawowa 4, Sosnowiec: carts www.gokarty.sosnowiec.pl
Renoma, ul. Wróblewskiego 37, Siemianowice: bowling, darts, pool tables
www.kregielnia.siemianowice.com
Pin-Up! Music&Bowling, Plac Kościuszki 1, Bytom: bowling, darts, pool tables www.pin-up.pl
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Galleries
Katowice is the city of numerous galleries, both public and private. Some of them organize
exhibitions as well as sales. There are also some antique shops with decorative objects.
Our students recommend the following art galleries:
BWA Contemporary Art Gallery www.bwa.katowice.pl
DESA Modern www.desamodern.pl
GCK www.gck.org.pl
Marchołt Gallery www.marcholt.org
Rondo Sztuki Gallery www.rondosztuki.pl
Silesian Museum www.muzeumslaskie.pl
Sport
Katowice is a sport-oriented city which has hosted numerous national and international events such
as Women’s European Volleyball Championships or Women’s International Tennis Championship.
Following world trends, Katowice and its neighboring cities have started the tradition of organizing
an annual Silesian Marathon, which attracts a lot of people from Poland and abroad. Opportunities
to spend your time actively are abundant, including paintball, wall climbing, golf or horse riding.
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Fitness Clubs:
Get-Fit-Fitness, ul Uniwersytecka 13, Katowice www.get-fitfitness.pl
Fitness Fun, ul Ceglana 67, Katowice www.fitnessfun.pl
Pure Jatomi Fitness, ul. Chorzowska 107, Katowice www.jatomifitness.pl
Fitness Point, ul. Bocheńskiego 69, Katowice www.fitnesspoint.pl
Proactiv Fitness & Aerobics, ul. Sokolska 31, Katowice www.proactivkatowice.pl
Fitness Academy, ul. Pułaskiego 60, Katowice www.fitnessacademy.pl
Indoor swimming pools :
University of Economics in Katowice – free for UE Katowice students
Aquadrom, ul. Kłodnicka 95, Ruda Śląska www.aquadrom.pl
University of Physical Education swimming pool, ul Francuska 70
AquaPark in Tarnowskie Góry, ul Korczaka 23 www.parkwodny.com.pl/
AquaPark in Dąbrowa Górnicza, ul. Aleja Róż 1 www.nemo-wodnyswiat.pl
Public holidays
Date
1st January
6th January
Easter, Easter Monday
1st May
3rd May
7th Sunday after Easter
9th Thursday after Easter
15th August
1st November
11th November
25th December
26th December
Holiday
New Year’s Day
Epiphany
March or April, movable holiday, the classes are off
from Maundy Thursday to the Tuesday after Easter
Labour Day
Constitution Day
Pentecost Sunday
Corpus Christi Day
Polish Army Day, Assumption of Mary Day
All Saints’ Day
Independence Day
Christmas Day
Boxing Day
These are the only days when the shopping malls are closed.
You can do some shopping at petrol stations or small shops though.
During
Christmas
time classes
are off from
23rd till 2nd
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Poland: your best choice
General info ...44
Religion ...44
Climate ...45
Clock shifts ...45
Interesting places ...45
Selected music festivals ...47
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One of the most important reasons for studying abroad is having the opportunity to get to know a
foreign culture and its customs, and to visit places that have played key role in shaping the unique
character of a country or region. We will try to introduce you to the places that are worth visiting
in Poland, so that you can feel and understand our culture and history.
General info
The Republic of Poland is located in Central Europe. It extends over the lowlands between the
Carpathian Mountains and the Baltic Sea. Its surface area totals 312,628 km 2 . Poland is known for
its beautiful lakes (e.g. Mazury Lakes), forests (numerous National Parks) and mountains (e.g. the
Tatra mountains). The capital of Poland is Warsaw. Polish is the official language. The Polish nation
belongs to the family of Slavic peoples. Poland has a population of about 38 million inhabitants.
The structure of the nation is mostly uniform. However, there are a few minority groups which use
their mother languages and develop their national cultures.
Membership IN international organizations
1945 United Nations
1995 WTO
1999 NATO
2004 European Union
Polish Nobel Prize in Literature laureates:
1905 Henryk Sienkiewicz
1924 Wladyslaw Reymont
1980 Czeslaw MiLosz
1996 Wislawa Szymborska
Some other famous Poles:
JERZY BUZEK
Marie Curie-Sklodowska
Fryderyk Chopin
marcin gortat
Krzysztof KieSlowski
MIKOLAJ KOPERNIK
rOBERT KORZENIOWSKI
tadeusz kosciuszko
justyna kowalczyk
Robert Kubica
robert lewandowski
tadeusz mazowiecki
adam mickiewicz
JAN PAWEL ii
Krzysztof Penderecki
Jozef pilsudski
ROMAN POLANSKI
zbigniew preisner
Lech WalEsa
Andrzej Wajda
Adam MaLysz
Religion
Poles enjoy freedom of worship. More than 90% of them belong to the Roman Catholic Church,
however, you can find churches and places of worship of other Christian or non-Christian
denominations in our region, including the Evangelical Lutheran Church, Baptist Church, Methodist
Church, Russian Orthodox Church, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Seventh-Day Adventist
Church as well as Muslim communities and Jewish Synagogues.
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Climate
The climate in Poland is generally mild, although it is characterized by cold winters (even minus
20 Celsius) and hot summers (30-35 Celsius). The warmest area is Silesia; the region you will be
staying in.
Clock shifts
Please make sure that on the last Sunday of October you adjust your clock one hour backwards
(from 03:00 a.m. to 02:00 a.m) and on the last Sunday of March you adjust your clock one hour
forwards (from 02:00 a.m. to 03:00 a.m.)
Interesting places
Warsaw (Warszawa)
Warsaw, the capital, is located on the Vistula (Wisła) River. A city resounding with life, young at
heart. We recommend seeing the most popular places like the Royal Castle, Royal Baths – Łazienki
(a beautiful park in the city center), Belweder, National Museum with its gallery of ancient and
medieval art, and the Palace of Science and Culture known as one of the most architecturally
controversial buildings in Warsaw. www.e-warsaw.pl
Gdańsk, Gdynia, Sopot (Trójmiasto – ‘tri-city’)
Gdańsk is the maritime capital of Poland. The Gdańsk Shipyard is the cradle of the ‘Solidarity’
movement that led to the abolition of the former socialist system and initiated the development
of a free and democratic state. It is also worth visiting the beautiful old town with its Renaissance
Town Hall. Sopot, the smallest town of Trójmiasto, is the most fashionable Baltic resort and spa,
with the longest wooden jetty in Europe. Gdynia is the youngest of the three cities, boasting
commercial, passenger and navy harbours. If you like kite surfing do not miss the perfect spots at
‘Hel’ peninsula. www.guide.trojmiasto.pl
Mazury
The north-eastern part of our country is a dreamland of ‘a thousand lakes.’ One of favourite summer
holiday destinations, especially for sailing Poles. It is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. The
most popular towns are Giżycko, Mikołajki, Augustów. www.masuria.eu
Cracow (Kraków)
Another famous city, cultural and intellectual center of Poland. It was the seat of Polish kings
and the country’s capital from 11th to 17th century. We recommend visiting the Wawel Hill with
the Royal Castle and Cathedral, with its magnificent gold-plated Zygmunt Chapel. City life focuses
around the old town’s Market Square, the second largest square in Europe with its landmark: Cloth
Hall (Sukiennice). Cracow is also well known for its thriving night life. We can assure you that this
amazing city will leave an unforgettable impression on you. www.krakow.pl/english
Auschwitz (Oświęcim)
Another place worth visiting, not far from Katowice – the biggest German Nazi concentration camp,
Auschwitz-Birkenau. During the Second World War, it was a huge ‘factory’ of human annihilation
where approx. 1.5 million people were exterminated. The Martyrdom Museum is a UNESCO World
Heritage site. www.en.auschwitz.org.pl
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Wieliczka Salt Mine
The “Wieliczka” Salt Mine is one of the most valuable monuments of material and spiritual culture
in Poland. Each year it is visited by more than one million tourists from all over the world. It is
also a world class monument, featuring among twelve objects on the UNESCO’s World Cultural
and Natural Heritage List. Magnificent chambers chiselled out in rock salt. Amazing underground
saline lakes, majestic timber constructions and unique statues sculpted in salt. Almost 3 kilometres
of meandering corridors, 800 steps to climb. Moreover, the first ever 5D cinema in the world
and over 20 interactive stands including applications, games, virtual reality and kinect are at the
disposal of the tourists. www.wieliczka-saltmine.com
Poznań
Poznań is one of the largest Polish centers of trade, industry, sports, education, technology,
tourism and culture. It is the historical capital of the Wielkopolska (Greater Poland) region. The city
hosts regular international trade fairs and was one of the host cities for the association football
tournament UEFA Euro 2012. The city also hosts a number of rowing world cup events by the Malta
lake. Poznań has many historic buildings and sights, mostly concentrated around the Old Town and
other parts of the city center. It is definitely worth visiting! www.poznan.pl
Wrocław
Wrocław (also known as Breslau) is the capial of Lower Silesi and the largest city in western Poland.
The city is famous for its large number of nightclubs and pubs. Wrocław has been selected as a
European Capital of Culture 2016 and host European Film Awards 2016. www.wroclaw.pl
open’er
festival
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Zakopane
Winter capital of Poland, situated at the foot of the Tatra, the country’s highest mountain range.
This town charms visitors with its landscape all year round. Excellent staging area for trekking,
perfect place for snow adventure. it hosts the Ski Jumping World Cup competitions. It is just about
2h drive from Katowice. www.ezakopane.pl/poland
Selected music festivals
Music, especially good music, is what joins all, regardless of language or nationality. Below you can
find a largely subjective list of what can be called crème de la crème of Polish festivals.
,
LIfe festival oswiecim , (june) www.lifefestival.pl
Open’er Festival (july) www.opener.pl/en
Woodstock Festival (august) www.woodstockfestiwal.pl/en
The International Chopin Piano Festival (August) www.chopin.festival.pl
OFF Festival (August) www.off-festival.pl
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Silesia - positive energy
General info
The Silesia Region (Śląsk), located in the southern part of Poland, is in its own unique way a
fascinating mixture of rich history, traditions and customs and freshly modern developments. Do
not hesitate to visit the land of unspoiled nature, lively culture and varied landscape. Upper Silesia
is a leader among the most economically advanced and urbanized regions in Poland and Central
Europe.
The Silesian Voivodeship (Województwo Śląskie) is rich in natural resources such as coal, methane,
thermal and mineral waters. Excavation of the existing raw material base has led to the development
of the largest industrial district in Poland. There are almost half a million of business entities and
numerous organizations supporting business and competitiveness located here. You can also feel
a vibrant student atmosphere as there are 200,000 students studying at over 50 Silesian higher
education institutions.
Interesting places
- Cableway to Szyndzielnia (Bielsko-Biała)
- Silesian Park (Chorzów)
- Extraction Tower of the ”Prezydent” shaft and the ”Sztygarka” Complex (Chorzów)
- Jasna Góra Monastry (Częstochowa)
- Pogoria Reservoir, Błędów Desert (Dąbrowa Górnicza)
- Spa Towns (Goczałkowice Zdrój, Ustroń)
- Golden Trout Land (Janów)
- Nikiszowiec Settlement, Spodek / Saucer (Katowice)
- Żar Mountain (Międzybrodzie Żywieckie)
- Mirów and Bobolice Castles (Mirów, Bobolice)
- Silver Mine, Black Trout Adit (Tarnowskie Góry)
- Ogrodzieniec Castle (Podzamcze)
- Promnice Lodge (Promnice)
- Castle Museum, The Bison Centre (Pszczyna)
- Winter Sports (Korbielów, Szczyrk, Wisła)
- Olsztyn Castle (Olsztyn)
- Tyskie Brewery Museum (Tychy)
- President’s Lodge, Ski jump (Wisła)
- Guido Historical Coal Mine (Zabrze)
- Brewery Musem, Żywiec Castle (Żywiec)
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Selected events in Silesia
THE RAWA BLUES FESTIVAL (october) www.rawablues.com/en
OFF Festival (august) www.off-festival.pl
Metalmania (March) www.metalmind.pl/metalmania
Mayday Festival (November) www.mayday.pL
Festival of Sacred Music Gaude Mater (may) www.gaudemater.pl
ARS CAMERALIS festival (november) www.arscameralisfestiwal.pl
SILESIA MARATHON www.silesiamarathon.com
THE BEERFEST (AUGUST)
Tauron Nowa Muzyka festiwal www.festiwalnowamuzyka.pl/en
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General info
Katowice is the capital of an agglomeration with 2.8 million inhabitants, one of the most rapidly
developing areas in Poland. Formerly the capital of Polish heavy industry, over the last decade it
has been transformed into a modern metropolis. Our city is also known for its rich cultural and
academic life, with many higher education institutions located here. With its SPODEK (Saucer) as a
landmark it remains a place with modern infrastructure where trans–European routes link Poland
with the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Germany and Ukraine.
Interesting places
Nikiszowiec
The miners’ housing estate in Nikiszowiec (built 1920-1924) is a place that best illustrates the
Silesian cultural history. Commonly called ”Nikisz”, it is a unique example of a housing estate with
its own bakery, shops, school and church. In the near future Nikiszowiec is going to obtain the
status of a historical monument.
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Silesian Park
Another interesting place is the Silesian Park in Chorzów – a 600 -hectare recreation facility
founded in the 1960s. The park encompasses a Zoo, Silesian Amusement Park, the Silesian
Stadium, Planetarium, swimming pool complex, water sports center, tennis courts, rose garden,
the Technical Progress Centre, the Upper Silesia Ethnographic Park and plenty of restaurants and
cafes. To get more information visit www.parkslaski.pl
Sacred sites
We recommend visiting the 16th-century wooden church complex in the Kościuszki Park. The list of
places of worship worth seeing in Katowice includes Christ the Lord’s Cathedral built between 1927
and 1956, one of the most monumental buildings in Poland. You can also visit the oldest necropolis
in Katowice – the Jewish Cemetery founded in 1868, the burial place of some noteworthy families
in the history of Katowice.
Museums
Katowice museums can be proud of their outstanding exhibitions illustrating the character of our
region. The Katowice History Museum and the Silesian Museum are certainly worth visiting. To get
more details see www.muzeumslaskie.pl, www.mhk.katowice.pl
Silesian Library
Another attraction of the capital of Upper Silesia is the magnificent seat of the Silesian Library,
located in Plac Rady Europy (Council of Europe Square). This ‘library of the 21st century’ is considered
to be one the most modern libraries in Europe. www.bs.katowice.pl
Modernist Architecture
In the 1920s and 1930s Katowice was one of the only two sites in Poland (Gdynia being the other
one) where, following the modernist credo: ”Form follows functions”, impressive modernist edifices
were erected. www.moderna.katowice.eu/en
For more information check the website:
www.poland.pl

Survival
Polish
help!
English
Good morning/afternoon
Good evening
Good night
Goodbye
Hello/Hi/Bye
How are you?
Fine, thanks. And you?
I am sorry/Excuse me/I beg your pardon
Thank you
Please (when asking) /
Here you are (handing sth to someone)
I don’t know
No
Yes
(I am sorry but) I do not speak Polish
Do you speak Polish/English?
Do you understand?
I am sorry but I do not understand
Could you repeat?
Can I have the bill, please?
Can I have the menu, please?
I am looking for the railway station
/bus stop/bank
What is your name?
One ticket please
How much does this cost?
Where is...?
supermarket
library
cinema
restaurant
church
exchange
swimming pool
café
shop
museum
pharmacy
ATM, cash dispenser
Polish
Dzień dobry
Dobry wieczór
Dobranoc
Do widzenia
Cześć
Jak się masz?
Dobrze, dziękuję. A ty?
Przepraszam
Dziękuję
Proszę
Nie wiem
Nie
Tak
(Przepraszam, ale) nie mówię po polsku
Czy mówisz po polsku/angielsku?
Rozumiesz?
Przepraszam, ale nie rozumiem
Czy możesz powtórzyć?
Proszę o rachunek
Proszę o menu
Szukam dworca
/przystanku autobusowego/banku
Jak się nazywasz?
Jeden bilet proszę
Ile to kosztuje?
Gdzie jest...?
supermarket
biblioteka tak
kino
restauracja
kościół
kantor/wymiana walut
basen
kawiarnia
sklep
muzeum
apteka
bankomat
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Emergency calls
Emergency Services: 112
Medical Emergency: 999
Fire Department: 998
Police Department: 997
City Information: 9491
Useful links
www.ue.katowice.pl/en
www.kzkgop.pl (BUS AND TRAMS)
www.pkp.pl (TRAINS)
www.katowice.eu/en/
www.youtube.pl/UEKatowice
www.facebook.com/uekatowiceen
www.silesia-online.com/
www.slaskie.pl/en
www.poland.gov.pl/
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International students about us
KATHY,
USA
That was really great! I loved the
intercultural experience! There were
students from over 20 countries from all
over the world in our group. A real melting
pot! I will never forget the friends I made
here. I had the time of my life!
- Kathy, USA
It was really a pleasure to study
here. The study offer was really
interesting and at a really
high level. I enjoyed the direct
relations we had with teachers
and possibility to work in small
international groups! I loved the
Integration Week during which we
got to know the region and city,
especially Global Village – one of
the greatest international events
I ever took part in!
- Hovey, China
Hovey,
CHINA
Marta,
Spain
I was Erasmus in Katowice in 2002, it was then
that I understood how exciting it is to travel
and get to know new cultures. I have stayed in
a few countries afterwards but eventually
I came back to Poland. I have lived in
Katowice for 8 years now, have a great job in
an international corporation and I really enjoy
this fast developing and thriving city.
- Marta, Spain
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Did you know
The lyrics of the famous song New Year’s Day by U2 refer to the movement for solidarity led by Lech
Wałęsa in Poland. U2 has played two concerts in Silesia (in 2005 and 2009) at the Stadion Śląski
in Chorzów.
Did you know
Carp is one of the most traditional Polish Christmas Eve dishes.
Did you know
All shopping centers in Poland are open 7 days a week.
Did you know
The inventor of the world’s first effective live polio vaccine was a Polish virologist and immunologist
Hilary Koprowski.
Did you know
Since 15th November 2010 smoking is totally prohibited in public places in Poland.
Did you know
The University of Economics in Katowice is the oldest economic institution in the region.
Did you know
The two biggest beer producers in Poland are located in Silesia.
Did you know
Poland and Ukraine were the organizers of the 2012 UEFA European Football Championship.
Did you know
Polish actress Izabella Scorupco was the girl of James Bond in Golden Eye.
Did you know
Katowice is one of the greenest Polish cities.
Did you know
The establishment of the Polish state is often identified with the adoption of Christianity by the
first ruler Mieszko I in 966.
Did you know
All Polish banknotes have Polish kings on them.
Did you know
ESN – Erasmus Student Network represents international students under the principle of “students
helping students.”
Did you know
Modern-day strongman legend Mariusz Pudzianowski from Poland has won more World’s Strongest
Man competitions than anyone else in history.
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Katarzyna Grela
Renata Lipczak
Edyta Lachowicz-Santos
Magdalena skowron
Katarzyna Zajdel
Photos by :
Aleksander KaczmarEK
RadosLaw Kazmierczak
Edyta Lachowicz-Santos
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