Program
Our Polish Preparatory School is addressed to individuals who need to improve their Polish language skills to enter a university program taught in Polish. Thanks to our modern and practical approach to language learning, you will quickly improve your communication skills. By enrolling in the program you will:
- Accelerate your progress: Rapidly improve your Polish speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
- Track your growth: See clear results as you move toward fluency.
- Explore Polish culture: Gain insight into the nation’s rich heritage, including its film, history, literature, art, and music.
- Discover Warsaw: Visit iconic landmarks, major museums, and art galleries through organized local excursions.
- Learn about Polish cinema: Watch and discuss influential Polish films as part of your classroom experience.
- Obtain a language certificate: earn a certificate recognized by universities in Poland (upon successful completion of the final test).
On the first day of the course, you will attend an opening ceremony and an integration workshop to get to know the teachers and your fellow students better. After the ceremony, you will undergo an assessment of your Polish language skills (speaking and writing). This will help us to place you in a group best aligned with your skill level, which will ensure that you learn quickly and communicate with an increasing ease and confidence.
At the end of the course, you will take the final test to assess all language skills. Upon successful passing of the test, you will receive a language proficiency certificate that opens doors to further education in Polish, at the university level.
Level A1-A2 — Beginner
This level is addressed to beginners with no or very basic Polish skills. At this level, you will acquire elementary language skills useful in everyday life. You will practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing, which will allow you to express yourself and communicate freely in Polish, in daily social situations.
Level B1-C1 — Intermediate
This level is designed for students needing to improve their Polish language skills in order to enter a degree program offered in Polish at a university level. You will not only rapidly improve your language skills but also gain basic academic skills, necessary for successful progress through your degree program(s). You will also have plenty opportunities to practice your Polish during informal interactions with your fellow students.
Maximize your options
Get a certificate that travels with you! If you want a certificate recognized internationally by universities and employers, take The European Language Certificate (TELC) dual exam (B1/B2) offered at SWPS University.
Learn more about the TELC exam and certificate