Programme description

Have you ever wondered how our brains work? Brain is one of the most complicated things in the universe, and Neurobiology is the science which helps discover its secrets. Neurobiology is a young field (first students graduated in 2011) but one of the fastest-growing branch of natural sciences. As an interdisciplinary science it involves research on the structure, functions and development of the central and peripheral nervous system of humans and animals in the physiological and pathological conditions. Therefore, neurobiology combines biology, biochemistry and pharmacology with physiology, psychology and medical sciences.

Information regarding Faculty

The Faculty of Biology (until 2017—the Faculty of Biology and Earth Sciences ) was established in 1951. It has the A scientific category in the rating of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, study programmes conducted at the Faculty lead in rankings prepared by the Education Foundation 'Perspektywy' and talented students win the prestigious Diamond Grant programme. The Faculty of Biology allows students to develop their interests regarding various aspects of biology, neurobiology and environment sciences in well equipped laboratories and during field trips. It gives a possibility to chose a profile of educational path, implement individual research projects, and chose subjects taught by the experts from the Institute of Botany, the Institute of Environmental Sciences, the Institute of Zoology and Biomedical Research and the Botanical Garden.

The premises of the Faculty are located on the territory of the Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the JU Revival. Neurobiology is conducted at the Institute of Zoology and Biomedical Research. Students and doctoral students may use computer labs and over 40 specialized units located in the institutes, including optical microscopy room, biodiversity room, protozoology room, and behavioral room. Students may use the well equipped environmental sciences library and reading room, as well as Internet databases with full access to articles regarding biological and medical sciences. 

▶️  Faculty of Biology of Jagiellonian University—virtual tour

👉  Learn more about the history of the Faculty of Biology

Rankings, distinctions, accreditations

• Scientific category A in the discipline of Biological Sciences 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 work 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 Biology.

Students interested in the international dimension of studying can participate in a wide variety of exchange programmes such as Erasmus+, Utrecht Network, exchange programmes within Bilateral Agreements or European university Una Europa, or participate in a domestic mobility programme called MOST.

More than just studies

• Student Government of the Faculty of Biology

From our students

Anna: there is no place for boredom in Neurobiology
[At the Faculty of Biology] I have met inspiring people who introduced me to the reality of a researcher’s work. It was a great experience. I really appreciate persons with broad view of what they do and do not treat their work just as a necessity or obligation. A work may be a passion and influence all areas of life. I saw it and figures out that I want it too.

Katarzyna: passion for learning
Katarzyna often takes part in internships abroad. Language of science is the same everywhere you go. Therefore, research and laboratory work, even after graduating from studies in Poland, may be conducted abroad.

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

Neurobiology graduates are ready to conduct research and didactic work in neurobiology field in academic institutions, research units, medical laboratories as well as newly-established and developing areas and professions such as neuromarketing or neuroarchitecture.

Further education possibilities

• Doctoral School, f.e. Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences
• Post diploma programmes
• Second-cycle 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.

The Institute of Environmental Sciences of the Faculty of Biology offers the possibility to visit the Institute and its laboratories, lecture halls etc. for organized groups (classes, science clubs) under the supervision of a teacher. If you are interested, please get in touch with the Institute.

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 Zoology and Biomedical Research, a unit of the Faculty of Biology. The Institute is located in the Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the JU Revival, so-called the Third Campus, in Kraków’s district – Ruczaj. For more information, please contact:

wydzial.biologii@uj.edu.pl

ul. Gronostajowa 9
30-387 Kraków, Poland
Phone: (+48) 12 664 50 06, 12 664 50 07

neuro.iz.uj.edu.pl
wb.uj.edu.pl

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