Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznan is the major academic institution in Poznan and one of the top Polish universities. Its reputation is founded on tradition, the outstanding achievements of the faculty and the attractive curriculum offered to students.
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Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (8)
- IBS Balkan Studies
- International Programs
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (4)
Engineering & Technology (2)
Humanities (2)
- International Programs
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
- M.Sc. Environmental Protection
Journalism & Media (1)
About
History
The history of AMU goes back to the 16th century when in 1519 a Roman-Catholic Bishop Jan Lubrański founded the first of its kind Academy which back then boasted the status of a higher learning institution. Shortly after, another institution of higher learning was established in Poznań, namely – the Jesuit College (1573) and it continued the academic traditions of its predecessor.
Education
International student education at AMU consists of:
- AMU PreMed Medical Study CourseSchool of Polish Language and Culture for Foreign StudentsSummer School of Polish Language and Culture English intensive preparatory courses for further studyBA, MA and PhD Degree Programs
AMU-PIE: A YEAR AT AMU that co-ordinates nearly 300 regular courses on a variety of subjects taught in English, and some in French and Spanish (among others)
Research
The University is a centre of academic excellence, where research and teaching are mutually sustaining, and where the context within which research is conducted and knowledge is sought and applied is international as much as regional and national.
The University continuously extends and updates research programs and contents of study curricula, with special emphasis on their interdisciplinary and international nature.
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
801
2018
801
2017
801
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
801
2018
801
2017
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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
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2018
788 19
2017
807
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The University has an International Office for students.
Housing services
Poland offers choices for everyone's budget. You may stay at a big, exclusive hotel located in the city centre or in a smaller, yet delightfully situated one, a bit away from the city centre. One can also choose to stay at one of the city's camping sites or hostels located in the city centre. Credit cards can be used are accepted in most places.
Library services
The library has a large collection of printed materials and an extensive electronic online system. The printed collection includes about 3 million volumes of books and periodicals, as well as newspapers, maps and other documents.
Medical services
The European Health Insurance Card makes it easier for people from the European Union’s 27 Member States plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland to access health care services during temporary visits abroad. The card ensures that you will get the same access to public sector health care as nationals of the country you are visiting.
Student Life
Campus life
- Central location: halfway between Berlin and Warsaw; most European capitals accessible within 2 hours by plane!Multicultural environmentStudent-friendly city: every fourth citizen of Pozna´n is a student! 46,000 of them study at AMU!Vibrant business center offering career opportunities for students, Pozna´n region enjoys the lowest unemployment rate in Poland (around 2,5%)
Sports facilities
Poznań has many sports and leisure centers offering plenty of opportunities to spend your free time. It is the site of over 40 parks and more than 100 green areas. Four large lakes (Malta, Kiekrz, Rusałka and Strzeszyn) are located within the city limits. Situated nearly in the city center Lake Malta is the site of one of the world’s most advanced regatta courses.
Student clubs
Erasmus Student Network is a part of an international student organization cooperating in over 30 European countries. ESN supports the Erasmus international student exchange with the MENTOR Program. Each foreign student will be assigned to a Polish student who will:
- pick you up from an airport, train or bus stationhelp you to check-in at the dormitoryshow you the Faculty and lead you to the Erasmus coordinatorhelp you to open a bank accountmake you feel like home during your stay in Pozna´n
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
Let yourself be surprised and learn a lot
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I knew AMU is one of the best universities in my country but anyway I am positively surprised. I've learned a lot about mind and human behavior in this first year of study. I think that one thing I would change is offering students more subjects in English.
Poznan experience Erasmus+Program
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I loved the Erasmus+ program that I did in Poznan, Poland for 9 months. At first I was supposed to be there only for 4 months but after being there I decided to prolong my mobility time. It was very challenging to learn to live in a country that I didn't know the language or the culture but the experience made me richer on the inside. I made friends from all over the...
Adam Mickiewicz University is my alma mater and I am glad it is.
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Adam Mickiewicz University is the 3rd best university in Poland. The course of Education has been designed to offer subjects that provide a lot of practical skills . Many extra workshops and courses that are provided by university for theirs students for free ( you can get many valuable certificates and gain knowledge from professors from abroad). Student life is amazing....