Faculty of Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Pl. Marii Curie-Skłodowskiej 4A
20-031 Lublin, POLAND
phone numbers: (+48) 81-537-27-58, 81-537-28-92

Master of Arts (MA) |  Full time studies |  2 years/ 4 semesters |  English |   ECTS 120

The Programme is designed to provide students with knowledge, skills and competencies in the field of intercultural communication. These qualifications are very important and desirable not only in today’s labour market but also essential for success in educational institutions. The Programme is addressed to Polish students who wish to study in English in an international environment and to foreign students who are interested in MA studies in Poland with English as the language of instruction.  By participating in the courses, students will acquire knowledge about the cultural diversity of the world, an understanding of multicultural problems in the era of global economic and educational migration, as well as necessary intercultural competencies and skills.

The programme of study is based on four major thematic blocks: 1) cultural studies; 2) relations between language and culture; 3) practical learning of a foreign language; 4) preparation for writing a Master’s thesis. The specified units provide intercultural competencies and skills necessary for functioning in international work and educational environment. Such a structured programme of study furnishes one with knowledge in the field of cultural anthropology, issues related to national and ethnic minorities, and nonverbal communication in an intercultural context. Practical language and personal skills, which enable the students to operate on the international labour market, are also important elements of our Programme.

The studies “Intercultural Communication in Education and the Workplace” are unique on a nation-wide scale, because they are the only offer of this kind in Poland. In fact, no other State or private University in Poland offers courses on issues related to intercultural communication in relation to education and the workplace.

A student/graduate of the Programme:              

• acquires knowledge allowing for functioning on an international job market and qualifications to teach subjects related to multiculturalism in the contemporary world;
• acquires knowledge about cultural diversity of the world and the nature of cultural research, the dynamics of cultural phenomena, as well as cultural differences and diversities;
• understands the need to seek information and broaden the knowledge concerning different cultures before entering into intercultural contact with foreigners;
• acquires intercultural competence (also non-verbal) necessary for effective functioning within a multicultural environment, facilitating communication and building relations with different cultures representatives;
• can acknowledge multiple aspects of the language-culture relationship; has knowledge of world languages (with focus on English and European languages); recognises problems of multilingualism and possible adaptation difficulties (language behaviour in the multicultural environment);
• has language competence in English (level B2+ or C1) and another foreign language (minimum level A2), including receptive and expressive communication skills related to job market reality;
• has practical language skills (oral and written) and personal skills allowing for functioning in educational institutions and on the international job market;
• due to the acquired cultural knowledge and English language competence, is capable to conduct research within multicultural and multilingual environment;
• has an attitude of respect, empathy, patience and openness towards different cultures.

1. Admission is open to both Polish citizens and international students.  NB: Polish and EU citizens as well as other candidates following the regulations pertaining to Polish citizens can study free of charge within the set limit of available places. There are 2 places offered without the tuition fee for such candidates. Furthermore, admission will  be granted on a “first come, first served” basis until available vacancies have been filled.
2. The programme is offered on I TUITION FEE-PAYING BASIS I – I TERMS OF ADMISSION HEREI to candidates holding a bachelor degree or any other equivalent degree which entitles them to undertake the Master’s degree programme in the country where the documents were issued.
3. A candidate must submit a complete set of application documents – VISIT HOW TO APPLY TAB
4. Registration is open within the admission period and until all the available vacancies are filled.
5. If Academic documents are not issued in English or Polish, a certified Polish translation is required. Visit the database of recognized sworn translators in Poland HERE.
6. An official Individual Recognition certificate issued by a competent Polish state authority is required for documents issued outside of the territory of Poland – NB- Contact the Admissions office for guidance on applicability of this requirement.  
7. The required registration fee payment is PLN 85. Please check the instructions on how to make a payment in the system.
8. Enquiries about course content, structure and syllabus: intercom@mail.umcs.pl
9. Admission enquiries: studyinenglish@mail.umcs.pl

Application Procedure:

1) Create an account in the recruitment portal and fill in the required fields,

2) Scan and attach each document listed below separately into the recruitment portal – PERSONAL FORMS -> EDUCATION (Each document Must be PDF Format not more than 3MBs;

• Academic documents: High school and Bachelor degree original certificates with transcript of records (Bachelor degree + transcript + supplement should be appended with Apostille for countries signatory to HCCH AGREEMENT or legalized copies for international students) along with the eligibility statement. If the documents are issued in a different language other than English/Polish we require a translation. 
• Language proficiency certificate demonstrating the applicant’s English language expertise (REFER TO THE LIST OF RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATES) 
• Passport bio page with clear details.
• Confirmation of payment for the APPLICATION FEE (mandatory).
• Candidate Profile Form:
  – Complete the required fields in the portal,
  – Download the candidate profile generated by the IRK application system,
  – Print, fill in date, handwritten signature by the applicant. 

3) Upload a recent passport size photograph with white background in the designated photo tab in the recruitment portal.

4) Upon finalizing with the process above, contact the admission office to initiate a review of your application. Email: studyinenglish@mail.umcs.pl

Note: Please contact the Admissions office only after you completed payment of the application fee for your selected program.  When forwarding us an email, include the following details; Your full names, IRK number and screen shot of the image showing your payment has been confirmed in recruitment portal or official payment confirmation of the application fee.