Vincent Pol University in Lublin

Wyższa Szkoła Społeczno – Przyrodnicza im. Wincentego Pola w Lublinie

address

ul. Choiny 2, 20-816 Lublin, Poland

+48 721 701 703


phone +48 81 740 25 04
email infoenglish@pol.edu.pl
www vpu.edu.pl/

The University offers a range of full-time Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes in both Polish and English language, approved by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Immense interest in the programmes offered by Vincent Pol University is determined not only by well-qualified and highly-experienced academic staff, but also by the special emphasis on practicability of programmes and curricula, which are continuously reviewed and updated to meet the requirements of the job market. 

Student Facilities

VPU has modern buildings with specialist teaching rooms for nursing, midwifery, dietetics, physiotherapy, kinesiotherapy, cosmetology, biomechanics, massage, chemistry, tourism, hotel industry, gastronomy, geography and IT. There are also recreation rooms, including gymnasiums, fitness suites and studios for aerobics classes and other sporting activities. The student bistro bar is a popular meeting place for young people. The University is provided with a computer network with Wifi access for all students. Students can use the library resources (about 22 000 volumes). For maximum comfort and security some rooms are equipped with air-conditioning and CCTV.

In 2021 the University opened The Medical Simulation Centre which was co-financed by the Ministry of Health. VPU students have the access to specialized training rooms: High fidelity simulation rooms, Control room, Advanced Life Support (ALS) simulation rooms, Technical skills training rooms, Debriefing rooms, Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) rooms.

In 2023 the Academy opened a new segment - the Academic Medical Science Centre. This is a modern, four-storey building with an area of more than 4,000 square metres, equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment. Students have at their disposal classrooms for exercises and lectures, two lecture theatres, laboratories such as kinesitherapy, physiotherapy, biomechanics, IT, as well as laboratories. There is also a modern library, reading rooms and a bistro bar. 

In 2010 the University founded the Academic Physiotherapy Centre, a modern clinic, to be used not only by our physiotherapy students but also by citizens of Lublin. The centre has the latest equipment for diagnostics and rehabilitation, and is contracted with the Polish National Health System. It is also a place where students do their clinical practice and where scientific research can be conducted.

Our students have the opportunity to study and rest in - "Green School" - The University’s Education and Recreational Center in Piotrawin near the Vistula River. It is located about 60 kilometers from Lublin and about 15 km from Kazimierz Dolny. The Center can accommodate up to 50 people in comfortable conditions.

VPU offers its students a state-of-the art hall of residence, called Prusa Centre Apartments, located in the city center, just 2 km from the University campus. The building was completed in 2020 and offers studio flats as well as single and double rooms with en suite kitchen and bathrooms furnished with modern furniture and appliance for comfortable living. 

Multicultural Environment

VPU has a unique international atmosphere where the students, including those studying in Lublin within exchange programmes, come from more than 60 countries and 4 continents. In such a truly diverse environment, students are able to learn from other cultures and gain valuable life experience. Dedicated International Studies Office provides a variety of services for the students including one-year preparatory English course, career planning and internships, business incubator, scientific clubs, cultural events, walks around Lublin. 

The University Authorities prioritize internationalization as a major part of their development strategy. For that reason the University has recently expanded international cooperation by establishing partnerships with new institutions not only in Europe but also in Africa and Asia. Students have the opportunity of spending a semester abroad and in return  we welcome many students from abroad spending a period of their studies in Lublin. Students enrolled on the Erasmus+ program receive funding in the form of a scholarship. 

Student Life

Vincent Pol University is situated close to the city centre, with easy access for students by public transport or by car. Lublin has many affordable restaurants, bars and leisure facilities, and our students enjoy evenings out in the historic and safe city centre. Lublin is a city full of students and the costs of living are relatively low. It is an ideal location for students from around the world, and we encourage all of them to come to VPU.

Why Study at VPU?

Affordable

Enjoy our pocket-friendly tuition fees in one of the least expensive cities to live in Poland

Favorably located

VPU is situated close to the Lublin city centre, and is easily accessible by public transport or by car.

Student-focused

VPU is a fast-growing, student focused University which offers you – an opportunity to expand your abilities, gain knowledge and get involved in academic life

International

Students from over 60 different countries make VPU one of the most cosmopolitan and diverse universities in Poland where you can truly study with the whole world

Supportive

International Studies Office is here to assist you in all the issues related to your studies and everyday life

Recognized

Our Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are recognized in EU and many other countries of the world

Sport-oriented

Apart from the wide selection of the sections to join our Academic Sports Association can boast the female handball team that is a proud 6-times European Universities Championships winner

Perfect for learning

All the lectures and classes are conducted in small groups which allows you to have a more direct contact with your teachers

Programmes of study in English

BA in International Business Management

BA in Tourism and Hospitality Management

BSc in Beauty Science

BSc in Nursing

BSc in Midwifery

BSc in Dietetics

MA in International Tourism

MA in International Business Management

MSc in Nursing

MSc in Physiotherapy

MSc in Beauty Science

MSc in Dietetics

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Facts & figures

  • established in 2000 
  • over 300 academic staff 
  • 7 100+ students in academic year 2023/2024
  • students from over 60 different countries from Europe, Asia, Africa, America 
  • more then 27 000 graduates 
  • 6 times Gold Medalists in European Universities Handball Championship
  • 30 partner universities 
  • 12 degree programmes 
  • 57 postgraduate programmes 

Contact

  • Choiny 2, 20-816 Lublin, Poland
    phone: +48 81 740 25 04, +48 81 740 72 40
    fax: +48 81 740 72 40
    e-mail: infoenglish@pol.edu.pl
    vpu.edu.pl