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Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun

Polish name: Uniwersytet Mikołaja Kopernika w Toruniu

Torun (Toruń), kujawsko-pomorskie voivodeship, Poland

16 English-taught programmes Bachelor's Master's Integrated Master's Language test required

Language certificates/proofs per Ministry Order (specific test not listed). Verify with the university — language requirements vary by programme.

Global rankings: QS World #1001-1200 2026 THE #1201-1500 2026

Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń (UMK) is a public research university founded in 1945 in Toruń, Poland — the birthplace of Renaissance astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus. With over 17 faculties and approximately 17,850 students, it covers disciplines from law and medicine to humanities and natural sciences. The university is particularly noted for its astronomy programme and operates one of Central Europe's largest radio telescopes at the Piwnice Observatory. Its medical college consistently ranks among Poland's top three, and UMK holds the European Commission's HR Excellence in Research distinction. Wikipedia ↗

How to apply

IRK Application system

Internet Recruitment of Candidates — Poland's common online admissions system. Create one account, register for programmes and upload documents.

Open application system
Tuition
Application fee: 85 PLN (non-refundable). Tuition fees 2025/26 — see PDF at umk.pl/en/admissions/Cennik_anglo_23_24.pdf. Fees can be paid in max 4 installments per year on written request. (approximate — verify with the university)
Application fee
Application fee: 85 PLN (non-refundable)
Deadlines
2026/2027 deadlines: Round 1 — start 15.04.2026, registration deadline 03.05.2026, results 13.05.2026; Round 2 — start 01.06.2026, deadline 28.06.2026, results 08.07.2026; Round 3 — start 20.07.2026, deadline 24.07.2026, results 30-31.07.2026
Tuition notes
Tuition fees range from 6,000 to 17,200 PLN per year (~1,380–3,956 EUR) depending on the programme. Fees can be paid in up to 4 instalments per year on written request. Polish citizens and EU students on certain programmes may study free of charge at public universities under Polish law.
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IRK — irk.umk.pl

Requirements & how to apply

  1. Browse English programmes at umk.pl/en/admissions/in_english/.
  2. Register account in IRK system (irk.umk.pl).
  3. Select registration round.
  4. Upload required documents (diploma + apostille/legalisation + language cert).
  5. Pay 85 PLN application fee.
  6. Attend interview/exam if required.
  7. Receive results.
  8. Pay tuition fee (at least 1 semester recommended before visa application).

Admissions contact

Official admissions page →

Toruń + Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz. Department of International Partnerships handles admissions. Non-EU/EEA candidates outside OECD/bilateral-agreement countries must apply via SYRENA system (NAWA) for document recognition. Separate IRK portal for Collegium Medicum candidates.

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Programmes

English-taught programmes

16 programmes at Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, grouped by level.

Bachelor's 4

Integrated Master's 4

Master's 8

Location

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Torun, kujawsko-pomorskie voivodeship, Poland.

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