Summer school

Summer school is a non-degree program at SWPS University in Poland, running either four or eight weeks and taught in English. The Polish Language Summer School focuses on developing all core language skills, including speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing, while teaching Polish grammar, vocabulary, and general language skills considered indispensable both at Polish universities and in daily life in Poland. Courses are aligned with the requirements of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, giving participants a recognized benchmark for their progress. Alongside language instruction, participants have the opportunity to learn about Polish history and culture, including art, film, literature, and music, giving the programme a cultural dimension beyond the classroom. A programme of this kind is designed for international students who want to build a working knowledge of Polish, whether to prepare for degree study at a Polish university, to support daily life while living in Poland, or simply out of interest in the language and culture. Because it runs for four or eight weeks rather than a full academic year, it suits students looking for an intensive, short-term option during a break from their home studies, as well as adult learners fitting language study around other commitments. Group classes at different proficiency levels typically allow both beginners and more advanced learners to join, with placement usually based on prior knowledge of the language. As a non-degree programme, the summer school does not award an academic diploma but does prepare participants for further Polish-language study or for the type of preparatory coursework often required before starting a degree programme taught in Polish.