Poland offers some of the lowest-cost EU degrees available to Indian students: most English-taught programs cost roughly €2,000–6,000 a year, living costs are low, and Poland's growing IT and engineering sector hires international graduates. Full-time students with a residence permit can work without a separate work permit, and graduates can stay up to nine months to look for a job.
How Much Does It Cost to Study in Poland?
Most English-taught bachelor's and master's programs cost around €2,000–6,000 a year, with medicine and some private universities at the higher end. Living costs — rent, food and transport — are among the lowest in the EU, especially outside Warsaw.
Which Universities and Cities Are Popular?
The University of Warsaw, Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Warsaw University of Technology, AGH University of Kraków and Wrocław University of Science and Technology are among the best known. Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław, Gdańsk and Poznań all have large international student communities.
Which Courses Are Strong in Poland?
Computer science, IT, engineering, business and international relations are popular English-taught options. Poland's role as a hub for software development, shared services and engineering centres makes IT and engineering especially practical choices.
Which Visa Do I Need?
Indian students apply for a national (D-type) student visa after receiving an admission letter, and can later apply for a temporary residence permit to stay for the full program.
Can I Work While Studying in Poland?
Full-time students at Polish universities who hold a temporary residence permit can work without a separate work permit. Students on a visa alone should confirm the conditions that apply to them.
Can I Stay After Graduating?
Graduates of Polish universities can apply for a temporary residence permit of up to nine months to look for work, then move to a work-based permit once employed.
When Are the Intakes?
October is the main intake, with some programs starting in February. Visa appointments can take time, so apply to universities early in the year for October.
How Does Versa Global Help?
We compare programs across Polish universities, manage your application and visa file, and help you plan your budget. See the Study in Poland guide and our MS in Computer Science abroad page.
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