The Jagiellonian University
The Jagiellonian University in Kraków (JU), founded in 1364, is the oldest university in Poland and one of the oldest universities in Europe. JU is a leading research institution in Poland, conducting research across a wide range of disciplines.
The Jagiellonian University comprises 15 Faculties, where 4 thousand academic staff conduct research and provide education to almost 50 thousand students, within the framework of more than 80 different fields of study. The eminent researchers and state-of-the-art infrastructure make the JU one of the leading Polish scientific institutions, collaborating with major academic centres from all over the world. The Jagiellonian University is also home to about 150 student societies, where young researchers pursue their academic interests and develop friendships with people who share their passion.