Programme description

India is not only one of the most populous countries in the world but also a rapidly growing economy and a key player on the international stage. Do you want to understand its cultural diversity, social dynamics, and economic challenges? The Contemporary India in Regional and Global Perspective programme, offered by the Institute of the Middle and Far East at Jagiellonian University, provides a unique opportunity to gain interdisciplinary knowledge and practical skills essential for working in an international environment.

The programme combines elements of cultural studies, social sciences, and intercultural management, offering a broad perspective on India and the entire South Asian region. Students develop practical communication and negotiation skills, learn Hindi-Urdu, and enhance their analytical and research competencies. Thanks to a flexible curriculum that incorporates modern teaching methods, including e-learning and hybrid learning, the programme can be tailored to individual needs.

Additionally, students have the opportunity to participate in the Erasmus+ programme, allowing them to study abroad during the so-called 'mobility window' in the fourth semester. The programme not only provides in-depth knowledge about India but also explores its relations with neighboring countries and its role in the global power structure.

Information regarding Faculty

The Faculty of International and Political Studies is the most international and interdisciplinary unit at the Jagiellonian University. It offers unique programmes conducted in English, many of which are delivered under agreements with foreign universities. The Faculty provides students with an opportunity to study in a nationally and culturally diverse environment, both in Polish and foreign languages. This creates the space for getting to know each other and supports students' development during their studies and in their professional careers. The Faculty’s complex structure reflects the diversity of scientific research conducted in this unit. Therefore, students have an opportunity to study among specialists dealing with matters from almost every corner of the globe.

Contemporary India in Regional and Global Perspective is conducted by the Institute of the Middle and Far East in a newly renovated building at ul. Oleandry 2a. The Institute is surrounded by green areas like Błonia Park and Jordan Park, near the Jagiellonian Library. It has modern teaching equipment with comfortable conditions. The Institute of the Middle and Far East is the leading Polish centre for studies on contemporary societies. The Institute operates the first and largest Confucius Institute in Poland, as well as the Taiwan Research Centre.

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Rankings, distinctions, accreditations

• Scientific category B+ in the discipline of Culture and Religion Studies awarded to the Jagiellonian University in Kraków by the decision of the Minister of Education and Science

Curriculum overview

In the programme curriculum, you may find information about the subjects you will attend while studying this programme. The programme indicates which subjects are scheduled for each semester of the studies, which are mandatory, which belong to the group of elective subjects (so-called optional subjects), which of them end with an exam, and which do not. Each subject in such a programme curriculum has its syllabus, which is a description of what students learn within the scope of that subject.

Student’s life

Time spent at the university is not all about education and class participation; it is also an excellent opportunity to develop hobbies and interests. Many research societies and student organizations operate at the Jagiellonian University, including faculty- and university-wide ones. These societies allow students to spend their free time actively, gain knowledge, develop their talents, participate in engaging, unconventional projects, go on research and team-building trips, participate in conferences, and meet fellow students outside the lecture halls. There are many student associations at the Faculty of International and Political Studies, f. e. Middle East Research Group.

Students interested in the international dimension of studying can participate in a wide variety of exchange programmes, such as Erasmus+, CEEPUS, Utrecht Network, bilateral exchange programmes, European university Una Europa, Minister of Education and Science of Poland exchange programme in such places as Kuwait, Turkey, Israel and Jordan, or the domestic mobility programme called MOST.

More than just studies

• Middle East Research Group
• Student associations at the Faculty of International and Political Studies
• Student Government of the Faculty of International and Political Studies

Admission to studies

Admission to study programmes at the Jagiellonian University is conducted electronically in the Online Application System: irk.uj.edu.pl. If you have any questions related to admission, please contact the Admissions Office directly or visit the websites: welcome.uj.edu.pl and irk.uj.edu.pl.

Detailed information about admission to this study programme, including information on the method of calculating the result, qualification criteria, fees, deadlines, and a list of required documents are available on the Online Application System (IRK): irk.uj.edu.pl

Transfer from other university or study programme

Transfer from another university, including a foreign one, or change of study programme within the University is possible with the dean's consent after completing the first year of studies and fulfilling additional requirements established by the Faculty Council. For inquiries regarding transfer, please contact the unit responsible for the specific study programme directly.

Graduates

A graduate of the Contemporary India in Regional and Global Perspective programme will acquire interdisciplinary knowledge in the fields of culture, politics, economy, and society of India and South Asia. With practical communication skills, proficiency in Hindi-Urdu, as well as analytical and negotiation competencies, they will be well-prepared to work in an international environment.

Upon completing the programme, graduates will find employment in multinational corporations, public administration, non-governmental organizations, diplomatic services, media, and the research and analytical sector. Career opportunities also include positions within the European Union, international organizations, and institutions focused on intercultural cooperation and economic development.

Further education possibilities

• Second-cycle programmes
• Post diploma programmes

Offer for school

The following events are conducted in Polish – to find out about the offer for English-speaking audience, please get in touch with the organizer directly. Additionally, due to the current pandemic, some faculty and university events may be canceled or conducted in a form other than that described below.

We invite all schools to take part in the cycle of meetings "University Closer to You – visits to the Jagiellonian University". The aim of the meetings during the tours is to familiarize students with the history of our University through a rich educational offer (lectures, workshops, laboratory classes, etc.). The current programme of the event is available on the organizer's website – the Centre for Communications and Marketing of the Jagiellonian University.

The Jagiellonian Library offers tours of both the old and new parts of the building. The tour programme includes presentations on the history of the Library and the building itself, as well as a visit to the Department of Depositories. The offer of the Collegium Maius includes lessons on "The Trail of Science" and "The Trail of History and Art," as well as interactive online classes. We also invite you to explore the educational offer of the Botanical Garden, the Nature Education Centre, the Confucius Institute, and the Museum of Anatomy.

Contact

The study programme is conducted at the Institute of the Middle and Far East, a unit of the Faculty of International and Political Studies. The Institute is located in the new building, close to the Jagiellonian Library, Jordan Park, and Błonia Park. For more information, please contact:

sekretariat-orient@uj.edu.pl

ul. Oleandry 2a
30-063 Kraków, Poland
Phone: (+48) 12 663 26 04, 12 663 26 05, 12 663 26 03

orient.uj.edu.pl
wsmip.uj.edu.pl

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