What is the admissions process?

The admission process for programs at the Institute of American Studies and Polish Diaspora takes place through our Online Application System. More information on admissions can be found on the Admissions Department website.

What studies do we offer?

Studies in Polish:

• American Studies: 1st degree (undergraduate program in Polish)
• Latin American Studies: 1st degree (undergraduate program in Polish)
• American Studies: 2nd degree (graduate program in Polish)

Where can you find us?

Our institute is located on 4 Władysława Reymonta Street in the vicinity of Jordan Park in the center of Krakow. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

What makes us distinct?

Interdisciplinarity

The courses taught at our institute allow students to deepen their knowledge in various fields: history, political science, sociology, art, anthropology, management, and public relations. The rich offering of optional courses, also in English, which account for almost 30% of all courses, allows students to develop individually-tailored study plans. Our main areas of interest are North America, Latin America, transatlantic relations, and modern migration processes.

Exeprienced Faculty Staff and Modern Ways of Teaching

Our academic staff have experience working at foreign universities in such countries as the United States, Canada, Peru, Venezuela, Argentina, and Mexico. Courses are taught in a modern way through multimedia presentations, team projects, panel discussions, film screenings, and Oxford-style debates. Our staff actively cooperates with the media, as they are frequently interviewed for television and radio stations, websites, newspapers, and magazines.

Academic International Cooperation

Our Institute is closely affiliated with institutions such as the US Consulate in Krakow, Dickinson College (USA), and Deleware Valley University (USA). Students have the opportunity to travel to other universities, including through programs such as MOST, Erasmus+ (European universities), CEEPUS (Central and Eastern European countries), and on exchanges to many countries around the world, including South America (bilateral exchanges). Numerous guest lectures by professors from foreign universities, diplomats, and journalists provide excellent opportunities to meet interesting and famous people.

Development of Key Academic and Career Competencies

University studies are not only a time for acquiring theoretical knowledge but, above all, an opportunity to develop practical skills that have real value in the job market. Our department offers a wide range of courses and modules that allow students to grow in various directions – from education, through media and communication, to scientific research and language learning. This diversity enables everyone to find a path tailored to their interests and career goals.

As part of the program, we offer:

• Journalism workshops – focused on developing writing, editing, and working with various forms of media communication.
• Public relations – courses dedicated to image building, strategic communication, and media relations.
• Leadership – a subject aimed at shaping leadership skills, team management, and decision-making in professional environments.
• Modern electronic research methods – training in the use of digital tools that support scientific research.
• Research design – courses that prepare students to independently plan and carry out research projects.
• Intensive Spanish language learning – available at all proficiency levels, as part of the Latin American Studies track, with an emphasis on practical language use and cultural context.
• An optional pedagogical module – preparing students to teach English in primary schools, ideal for those considering a career in education.

Vivid and Vibrant Student Activities

There are three scientific circles at the institute which are dedicated to American Studies, Latin American Studies, and International Migrations, respectively. They provide major opportunities for you to develop your passions and participate in many academic and cultural events such as:

• American Culture Days, Canadian Culture Festival, Latin American Culture Days,
• U.S. Election Night, Thanksgiving, St. Patrick's Day, our Christmas Party,
• American Quiz Nights, Fireside Chats, city games.