NCU offers over 100 degree programmes across 16 faculties. Explore the university’s full range of educational opportunities and find the perfect fit for you.
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.
As a research university, Nicolaus Copernicus University fosters a dynamic academic environment where innovative research of international significance is conducted.
Nicolaus Copernicus University actively conducts research in nearly 30 disciplines, most of which have received the highest evaluation categories of A+ and A.
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.
A university is not just about research and education; it is a community that creates numerous educational, cultural, and social initiatives, making NCU a vibrant institution.
The Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń is one of the best universities in Poland – for years it has been ranked among the very best in the country (6th place among universities) and is one of the top 10 research universities. It is the largest university in Northern Poland, and for 80 years it has combined high-quality education with a modern approach to studying..
The Nicolaus Copernicus University comprises two campuses: in Toruń and Bydgoszcz. It offers over 100 degree programmes – ranging from the humanities and sciences, through the arts and social sciences, to medicine, veterinary science and modern interdisciplinary programmes. The university is constantly expanding its range of programmes in response to the challenges of the labour market and the modern world.
Studying that offers more
At NCU, you gain more than just knowledge. You can pursue your interests in over 100 academic societies and student organisations, take part in research projects, earn additional certificates and benefit from international programmes, including those offered through the YUFE alliance.
A great place to live and study
Toruń and Bydgoszcz are student-friendly cities – intimate and safe. In Toruń, most of the faculties are located on a single campus, meaning that you can reach your lectures, the library, your hall of residence or the relaxation areas in just a few minutes.
Why is it worth studying at NCU?
the sixth-largest university in Poland and the largest in Northern Poland,
two campuses – in Toruń and Bydgoszcz,
over 100 degree programmes and extensive opportunities for academic development,
one in four students lives in a student house, which makes it easier to study away from home,
a low cost of living compared to the largest academic centres,
a campus featuring a library, student houses, the ‘Od Nowa’ Club, relaxation areas and a rich programme of cultural events,
free psychological support, programmes for student athletes, and modern teaching and research infrastructure.
NCU is a university that provides a solid education, extensive opportunities for development and comfortable conditions for studying. It is a place where it is easy to combine academic study, student life and the development of the skills needed for a future career.
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On this page, you’ll find all the most important information about student housing: its locations, standards, as well as price lists, rules and regulations, and detailed instructions on how to apply for a spot.