Programme description

The study programme "Leader of International Cooperation for Green Transition" was co-created and is co-financed by the European Social Fund Plus as part of the project Key to the Future − Comprehensive Programme for the Development of Education for the Needs of Key Industries at Jagiellonian University within the framework of the European Funds for Social Development 2021-2027 programme.

Leader of International Cooperation for Green Transition is a unique second-cycle degree programme that prepares specialists to work in the rapidly growing sectors of renewable energy and sustainable transport. The programme combines knowledge from social sciences, law, and management with practical skills in international cooperation, climate policy analysis, and the implementation of innovative solutions. It is designed for graduates from various fields who want to actively participate in the green transition and acquire competencies valued by employers, such as teamwork, negotiation, and communication in an international environment.

We educate professionals providing operational, marketing, and managerial support for companies and institutions involved in the green transition process.

The programme addresses current labor market needs and aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals as well as innovative EU solutions. Graduates are prepared to work in companies within the transport and renewable energy sectors, international organizations, advisory institutions, state-owned enterprises, as well as public administration and NGOs. Thanks to collaboration with industry experts and a practical learning approach, the studies provide a strong foundation for a career in areas crucial to the future of our planet.

Information regarding Faculty

Leader of International Cooperation for Green Transition is an interdisciplinary programme conducted in cooperation between the Faculty of International and Political Studies, the Faculty of Law and Administration, and the Faculty of Management and Social Communication. The courses are taught by experienced academic lecturers and industry experts specializing in renewable energy, sustainable transport, and international cooperation.

The Faculty of International and Political Studies is the most internationally-oriented and interdisciplinary unit at the Jagiellonian University. It offers unique study programmes, many of which are delivered in collaboration with foreign partners. This allows students to study in a culturally and nationally diverse environment, both in Polish and foreign languages, fostering international exchange and expanding future academic and career opportunities. The faculty has a well-developed structure that reflects the diversity of its research areas, enabling students to learn from specialists covering almost every region of the world.

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Rankings, distinctions, accreditations

• Scientific category A in the main discipline of Political Science and Public Administration 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.

Students interested in the international dimension of studying can participate in a wide variety of exchange programmes, such as Erasmus+, CEEPUS, exchange programmes in USA and Canada, bilateral exchange programmes, European university Una Europa, or the domestic mobility programme called MOST.

More than just studies

• 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

Graduates of the Leader of International Cooperation for Green Transition programme will acquire interdisciplinary knowledge in social sciences, law, and management, as well as practical skills in international cooperation, climate policy analysis, and the implementation of innovative solutions in renewable energy and sustainable transport. They will develop essential competencies for the modern job market, including intercultural communication, negotiation, teamwork organization, and project management in the context of the green transition.

With comprehensive training, graduates will find employment in public administration, international organizations, companies in the renewable energy and low-emission transport sectors, consulting institutions, and research and development centers. They may also work as sustainable development project managers, climate policy analysts, and international cooperation experts in the field of the green economy.

Further education possibilities

• Doctoral School, f.e. Doctoral School of Social Sciences
• Post diploma programmes
• Other second-cycle programme

Contact

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

wsmip@uj.edu.pl
edyta.chwiej@uj.edu.pl

ul. Reymonta 4
30-059 Kraków, Poland
Phone: (+48) 12 663 25 81

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