Student Guide & FAQs

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field. A background in cognitive science, psychology, philosophy, linguistics, or computer science is helpful but not mandatory.

Yes. All lectures, seminars, and workshops are conducted in English by an international team of lecturers and researchers.

Yes, international candidates are welcome. Diplomas obtained abroad must be officially recognized according to Polish university admission requirements. For details, visit the UMK Admissions Office.

The academic year usually starts on October 1 and ends on September 30. Specific semester schedules are announced each year on the university website.

If your visa is delayed, please contact the program coordinator and the UMK International Cooperation Office as soon as possible. You may be allowed to join classes online until your arrival in Poland.

You can download the current semester timetables for both first and second-year students from the Study Plan & Program section.

Yes, students are encouraged to expand their interests. However, please consult the program coordinator to ensure your course load remains manageable and approved.

If you fail to obtain the required number of ECTS credits or fail core courses, you may need to repeat the year according to university regulations.

You can retake up to two failed subjects during the following academic year. Consult the faculty study regulations for details.

Absolutely! The program offers the opportunity to study abroad at partner universities. For details, visit the Erasmus section of the website.

Students can apply for several scholarships, including merit-based awards, financial aid, and international mobility grants. Visit the university’s Scholarships page for details.