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Study and Courses

Higher education isn't just about gaining knowledge – it's also about discovering your passions and growing as a person, a process that doesn't end when you graduate. Find out what opportunities await you at every stage of your education.

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Everything about Studying

Academic calendar, support, safety – the most important information about studying at NCU, all in one place.

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Research and Projects

As a research university, Nicolaus Copernicus University fosters a dynamic academic environment where innovative research of international significance is conducted.

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Discover the Research Potential of NCU

Nicolaus Copernicus University actively conducts research in nearly 30 disciplines, most of which have received the highest evaluation categories of A+ and A.

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Cooperation

To fulfill its mission as a university that is engaged in and helps shape reality as fully as possible, NCU works closely with its surrounding community through numerous partnerships and alliances.

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From Idea to Industry

The Centre for Academic Entrepreneurship and Technology Transfer supports the commercialization of research and offers patent analysis and support.

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Authorities

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The governing bodies of Nicolaus Copernicus University and individuals holding key management positions within the University's structure.

NCU Statutes

The University Authorities

The bodies responsible for the strategic management of the University, setting its direction, and making key decisions regarding the University’s research, teaching, and administrative activities.

Rectoral Authorities

The Rector and Vice-Rectors in charge of the University.
Rector’s Council

An advisory body that assists the Rector in the daily management of the University.
The Senate

The university's highest collegial body responsible for making key academic decisions.
Deputy Rectors

A list of deputies responsible for selected areas of the University’s operations.

Management of organizational units

Authorities of organizational units include individuals responsible for managing faculties and doctoral schools, as well as representatives of individual academic disciplines who oversee the development of research, the quality of education, and the effective functioning of academic units..

Deans (PL)

The list of Deans running the faculties of Nicolaus Copernicus University.
Directors of Doctoral Schools

People in charge of doctoral schools.
Chairs of Discipline Councils (PL)

People running discipline councils at the University.

Administrative authorities

Administrative Authorities are responsible for the organizational and operational management of the University.

Administrative authorities (PL)

The Chancellor, the Bursar, and their deputies.

University Council

The University Council is an advisory and supervisory body that supports the rector and the Senate in the strategic management of the university. Its responsibilities include monitoring financial management, reviewing development plans, and selecting candidates for the position of rector. The Council is composed of representatives of the academic community and individuals from outside the University. 

University Council

A body supporting University management and supervising its strategic development.  

Learn about the historical leadership of Nicolaus Copernicus University

What were the university’s beginnings? How has it developed over the course of its eight decades of existence? Who has led the university over the years?

All Rectors of NCU Gallery of NCU Rectors
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