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  • 17.000 students
    including

  • 1067 international
    students

  • 5 interdisciplinary
    doctoral schools

Explore your possibilites and broaden your horizons with NCU!

A member of YUFE European University Initiative and YERUN Young European Research Universities

Full European experience through Young Universities for the Future of Europe alliance. NCU students can take courses offered by 9 other European universities free of charge

Grants, scholarships and endless scientific opportunities for young academics facilitated by IDUB funding

Advanced International cooperation with mobility programmes, joint and double diploma possibilities

Internationally recognised and accredited by AMBA and AACSB Economic Sciences programmes

Broad access to clinics and innovative Centre for Medical Simulation offering the possibility to acquire professional skills in small groups

Astronomical Observatory, Centre for Modern Interdisciplinary Technologies, Meteorological Observatory and NCU Polar Station on Spitsbergen

Join NCU! Choose a vibrant student life in a beautiful medieval town from UNESCO World Heritage List! Study in a friendly environment and develop your passions, talents and interests at Nicolas Copernicus University. Get access to state-of-the-art technology, modern laboratories and research centres.

Perks of NCU

  • 99% of international students get on-campus accommodation in NCU Student Houses
  • Affordable tuition fees can be paid in 4 instalments per semester
  • Toruń is 30 min away from the nearest airport and is well communicated with other parts of Poland
  • Young academics will facilitate your learning process while IDUB scholarships and grants will enhance your academic progress
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An interesting offer for students and young researchers

YUFE
Young Universities for the Future of Europe alliance is one of the 64 consortia selected by the European Commission to build and test the model of the European University - open, non-elitist and integrating various communities, as well as promoting innovation, interdisciplinarity and the highest quality in research and education. Thanks to it NCU students can also virtually attend classes offered at partner universities or visit them for a term.
https://yufe.eu
IDUB
All activities undertaken under the “Excellence Initiative – Research University” programme at the Nicolaus Copernicus University aim at implementing the 4xI@NCU concept defined in the contest proposal, i.e. internationalisation, interdisciplinarity, innovation and integrity and 6 main objectives. The activities aim to combine the skills and talents of all members of the academic community to increase the standing and recognition of our university internationally.
https://idub.umk.pl/en/
YERUN
Young European Research University Network Established in 2016 brings together universities with similar goals and values, such as openness, accountability and inclusiveness. The group provides an important advisory voice in the creation of research, innovation and education policies.
https://yerun.eu

Admission ABC

Update for academic year 2025/2026 planned for spring 2025

Programmes in English


Bachelor Studies: Chemistry
English Studies
Management
Digital Economy
Nursing
Master studies: Chemistry
Cognitive Science
Economics
English Studies
Finance and Accounting
Global Change Biology International Politics and Diplomacy
Management
Physics and Astronomy
Pharmacy (5,5 year MSc)
Physiotherapy (5 year M.Sc.)
Medicine (6 year M.D.)
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Toruń – a lively student town in the heart of Poland


Why will you love it here?

1

Almost 20 programmes in English

Chose a programme that suits your interests and passions best -
https://www.umk.pl/en/admissions/in_english/

2

5 Doctoral schools

Choose a field of research suited best for your future academic career -
https://www.phd.umk.pl/en/

3

Leading Research University in Poland

As a prominent academic centre NCU promotes talented students and researchers offering scholarships, grants and academic support programmes -
https://idub.umk.pl/en/

4

Cultural diversity and inclusiveness

Open and student friendly campus offer well-being support and careers service -
https://portal.umk.pl/en/category/campus-life

5

Affordable high standard education

NCU offers high standard education and clear fee structure with instalments possibilities -
https://www.umk.pl/en/

6

Enjoy living in a gothic town -Toruń

The birthplace of Nicolaus Copernicus - Live in a nice historic town with multitude of entertainment options -
https://www.torun.pl/en

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