Hand-

Book
For international students
 contents

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 4 Introduction
6 Facts about Poland

8 Visit Silesia
12 Getting here

18 City of Gliwice
22 About the University
24 Fields of study conducted
in English

26 For students
40 Local transport

44 Medical services
and pharmacies

46 Money & shopping

48 Taste silesia
52 Useful expressions
58 Campus

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Welcome to the Silesian
University of Technology
(SUT), a place that, without
any doubt, educates
successful people. You have
chosen a unique opportunity
to study engineering in an
institution of a worldwide
academic reputation and
vivid cooperation with major
industrial partners.
All of this takes place in Gliwice, Zabrze and Katowice: charming
cities located in The Upper Silesia, one of the most industrialized
regions in Poland and Europe. SUT is a key player in the field of
new technologies and innovations. It is here, where new ideas and
solutions are brought into life and once applied in the industry,
they boost competitiveness not only of Polish companies.
Located not so far from Europe’s well-known capitals like Prague,
Berlin and Vienna, and on a junction of two international high-
ways: A1 and A4. SUT is a perfect place to meet people from all
around the world, as well as exchange ideas and practises.
Our international team, as well as students from the Erasmus
Student Organisation SUT Gliwice (ESO SUT Gliwice), are always
ready to help and provide you with all the necessary details. How-
ever, before you ask for help, please read this guidebook, where
you will find all essential information.

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Enjoy your stay at SUT
and Gliwice!
Poland is one of the largest
countries in Europe, a modern
and dynamic member of
the European Union, where
education and scientific research
matter. It is situated in the middle
of the European continent, at
the crossroads between West
and East.

Poland is an ideal place not only

for studying, but also travelling.
A journey across Poland is
a great opportunity to visit
historical points of interest, such
as monuments and sites listed on
the UNESCO World Heritage List,
see breath-taking landscapes
of mountains, sea, lakes and
woods, as well as experience
Polish cuisine and hospitality.
Compared to other EU countries,
the cost of living is a fraction of
what a foreign student would
have to spend in most of the
other European cities.

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facts about Poland Capital: Warsaw

Language: Polish

Border Countries: Germany, Czech Republic,

Slovakia, Ukraine, Belarus,
Lithuania, Russia
Population: 37,7 million
Area: 322,575 km2
Time Zone: CET (UTC+1)
Summer (DST): CEST (UTC+2)
Climate: Summers with mild tem-
peratures and moderately
severe winters
Currency: Zloty (PLN, zł)
Government type: Republic, parliamentary,
democracy
Members of: EU, UN, NATO, OECD, WTO
and many other
Calling code: +48

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 study.gov.pl
www.tastingpoland.com
www.poland.travel/en
USEFUL
LINKS:

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visit Silesia

The Upper Silesia region is

located in the basin of two rivers:
Vistula and Odra, in the southern
part of Poland. It borders from the
south with Slovakia and the Czech
Republic. With almost 5 million
inhabitants, it has the highest
population density in the country.

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Upper Silesia is full of positive
energy, coming from ethnic
diversity, culture and tourism.
Due to dynamic growth of industry,
as well as application of the most
up- to- date achievements of
technology, the Upper Silesia
region became known in the whole
Europe in the 18th century. Thanks
to the industrial development
there are a lot of very interesting
places to visit here. Many of
which belong to the Technology
Monuments Route.

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visit Silesia Historic Coal Mine GUIDO in Zabrze
with the original 19th century galleries,
stables and chambers located 170 and
320 meters below ground.
www.kopalniaguido.pl

Silver Mine and the Black Trout Drift in

Tarnowskie Góry, recently added to the
Unesco World Heritage Sites. It also offers
open-air exhibition of steam engine
machines on the premises of the mine.
www.kopalniasrebra.pl

The Palace and Park Complex in

Pławniowice – a beautiful example
of residence architecture in Upper Silesia.
www.palac.plawniowice.pl

Tychy Brewery along with the Museum of

Brewing Industry, an attraction not only
for beer enthusiasts, where the history
of this beverage, dating to 1629, is
presented in the most modern way.
www.tyskiebrowarium.pl

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Limestone rocks of the Cracow –
Częstochowa Jurassic Highland Chain,
with perfect conditions for rock climbing.
www.jura.info.pl

Beskidy – Mountain ranges of the Silesian

and Żywiec Beskids with well-known ski
resorts of Szczyrk, Wisła, Ustroń and
Korbielów.

Palace and forests with bisons in

Pszczyna which witnessed the history
of the Dukes of Pszczyna and the Upper
Silesian conurbation with an industrial
legacy of almost 200 years.

and much more!

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getting here The nearest airports
to Gliwice are:
• in Katowice (KTW 40km)
• Cracow (KRK, 100km)
• Wrocław (WRO, 170km)
• and Ostrava (Czech Re-
public, OSR, 95 km).
SUT is located near the city centre, approximately 1.5 km
from the Central Railway Station (15 min. walk, 7 min. by
car), a taxi stop and Bus Station. Gliwice has an efficient
communication system, which provides convenient local
and international connections.
The International Mobility Office (for exchange students)and
Admission Office (for full degree students) arranges airport
transfers for students arriving to Katowice and Cracow airports.

Access from Katowice Airport (KTW)

The airport has direct flight connections with numerous
international destinations, including London, Paris, Rome,
Frankfurt, Munich, Dusseldorf, Glasgow, Oslo, Barcelona,
Warsaw, operated by both regular and low cost airlines.
For more details, visit the airport homepage:
https://www.katowice-airport.com/en

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 BY CAR
Car rent and taxi service are available at
the airport. The route from Katowice air-
port to Gliwice: motorway A1 to Gliwice;
distance: ~40 km,
time: ~30 min.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
BUS: There is a direct bus from KTW
Airport to Gliwice operating now.
For checking the schedule visit:
www.tigerexpress.eu

Also there is a daily Airport Bus service offered from

Katowice Airport to the centre of Katowice. Bus stop is
located at the central railway station in Katowice; travel
time: ~40 min.
The easiest way to get from Katowice centre to Gliwice
is by train. The trip takes ~40 min.
More info, timetables and prices: www.rozklad-pkp.pl/en

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getting here Access from Kraków Airport (KRK)
The airport has direct flight connections with numerous
international destinations, including London, Paris, Rome,
Frankfurt, Munich, Dusseldorf, Glasgow, Oslo, Barcelona,
Warsaw, operated by both regular and low cost airlines.
For more details, visit the airport homepage:
www.krakowairport.pl

BY CAR
Car rent and taxi service are available at the airport. The
Kraków Airport – Gliwice route: motorway A4, direction
Katowice/Wrocław, toll: ~5 euro, distance: ~100 km, time:
90 minutes.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
BUS from Cracow-Airport to the centre of Cracow: lines
209, 300 and 902, time: ~30 minutes. More info and
timetables:
www.mpk.krakow.pl/en/
More info, timetables and prices: www.rozklad-pkp.pl/en

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Access from Wrocław Airport (WRO)
The airport has direct flight connections with numerous in-
ternational destinations, operated by both regular and low
cost airlines. For more details, visit the airport homepage:
airport.wroclaw.pl/en/

BY CAR
Car rent and taxi service are available at the airport. The
Wrocław – Gliwice route: motorway A4 direction: Gliwice/
Katowice, toll: ~4 euro, distance: 170 km, time: approx.
160 minutes.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
BUS: public bus service from Wrocław Airport to the Wrocław
Central Railway & Coach Stations: line 106, 129 and 206
operates every 20 minutes every day, travel time: ~30 min.
TRAIN: there are many direct trains from Wrocław Central
Station to Gliwice. The journey takes ~2.5 hour. More info,
timetables and prices:
www.rozklad-pkp.pl/en

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getting here Access from Warsaw Airport (WAW)
Main (capital) airport in Poland, with many European and
intercontinental destinations, operated by both regular
and low cost airlines. For more details, visit the airport
homepage:
www.lotnisko-chopina.pl/en/index.html

Warsaw also has a second, low cost airport: Modlin Air-

port. For more details, visit the airport homepage:
en.modlinairport.pl/

BY CAR
Car rent and taxi service are available at the airport.
The Warsaw – Gliwice route: road no. S8 to Piotrków
Trybunalski – motorway A1 to Gliwice; distance: ~325 km,
time: over 3 hours.

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BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Train: There is a fast train available
to Warsaw Central Railway Station,
where you can take direct train to
Gliwice; more info on the airport
website and rozklad-pkp.pl/en
There are a few express trains
operating daily on route between
Warsaw and Gliwice.
Flixbus (route Warszawa – Katowice
– Warszawa), more info:
www.flixbus.pl

Railway connections
from Gliwice
Gliwice has direct railway
connections with a lot of major
European cities, including
Hamburg, Kiev, Lviv and most
of major Polish cities. Several
connections (with train changes
in Katowice) are also available
to Vienna, Prague, Budapest,
Bratislava, Ostrava etc. More info,
timetables and prices:
www.rozklad-pkp.pl/en

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city of Gliwice Gliwice is a medium-sized city of 180 thousand inhab-
itants. The city is an important scientific, research and
design centre in Poland. Thanks to the Silesian University
of Technology, it is the second (after Warsaw) agglomera-
tion of technical intelligence. During the last 20 years, Gli-
wice has transformed from a city based on heavy industry
into a leader in new technologies.
Apart from that, Gliwice is also well known for its cultural
life. A lot of festivals, concerts, exhibitions and other
art activities take place in the town. Numerous famous
Polish artists and other interesting people (e. g. Nivea
cream inventor) originally came from Gliwice.

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Results of many surveys show that it is one of the most attractive cities
in Poland.
The city has a rich history of nearly 800 years. Throughout that time
it has undergone several historic transformations. It was ruled by the
Silesian Piast Monarchy, the Kings of Bohemia, the Austro–Hungarian
Empire, Prussia and Germany, until the city has again become a part
of Poland in 1945.
Gliwice is a unique place, where tradition, multicultural heritage,
science and modernity intermingle, creating its one-of-a-kind
atmosphere of an attractive place to study and live.

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city of Gliwice Villa Caro
(part of Gliwice Museum) – Dolnych Wałów 8a St.
muzeum.gliwice.pl/en

The Piast Castle

(part of Gliwice Museum) – Pod Murami 2 St.
muzeum.gliwice.pl/en

Gliwice Radio Station

(part of Gliwice Museum) – Pod Murami 2 St.
muzeum.gliwice.pl/en

Upper Silesian Jews House

of Remembrance
Księcia Józefa Poniatowskiego 14 St.

Ruins of Municipal Theatre

Aleja Przyjaźni 18

Bajka Scene and Amok Cinema

Dolnych Wałów 3 St.

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 Useful links:
gliwice.eu/en

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about the university The Silesian University of
Technology (SUT) is one of the
most prestigious and top-ranked
technical universities in Poland.
It is a modern higher education
institution with 78 years of tradition
in didactics, research and science.

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The Silesian University of Technology (SUT) educates more than
16 000 students. SUT offers 1st degree studies (bachelor) and
2nd degree studies (master). The university also offers doctoral
studies in Doctoral School that operates at the university.
All these activities are run in modern laboratories and lecture
halls by highly qualified university staff, consisting of over 1600
academic teachers. 10 faculties are located in Gliwice – the main
seat of the University – 2 in Katowice and 2 in Zabrze.

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fields of study conducted in English Duration of studies
The majority of first-degree studies are 3,5 years
long (7 semesters), the second-degree studies are
1,5 years long (3 semesters). As for the Doctoral
School, these are usually 4-year-long studies.
1st 2nd
Aeronautics and aerospace engineering
Biomedical engineering
Biotechnology
Civil engineering
Cognitive technologies
Control, electronic and information engineering
Electrical engineering
General engineering
Geoengineering and raw materials extraction
Industrial and engineering chemistry
Informatics
Logistics
Management
Management and production engineering
Mechanical engineering
Power engineering
Sustainable energy engineering
Transport

For information on studies at doctoral school,

please visit the website https://www.polsl.pl/rjo15-sd/en/

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for students Study in English for exchange students
International exchange and short-term students
can choose from a wide range of courses offered in
English in almost every field of study available at the
Silesian University of Technology. Current offer and
information about the admission procedure and
necessary documents for exchange students are
available at the website:
www.incoming.polsl.pl

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Study in English for full degree students
The Silesian University of Technology offers academic programmes
in English and Polish at all three levels of study: bachelor, master and
doctoral. All bachelor and some master programmes (courses) start
from the autumn semester, while most of the master programmes
(courses) begin in the spring semester.
The Silesian University of Technology organizes its PhD studies
within the Joint Doctoral School. The School aims to promote and
implement research areas defined in the University development
strategy. PhD studies prepare students to achieve a high degree
of specialization and expertise in a scientific discipline. For more
details please visit: https://irk.polsl.pl/pl/

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for students English language requirements
FULL DEGREE
Students who wish to study at the Silesian University
of Technology should be proficient in English at least to
level B2, IELTS 6, TOEFL 510. If you have any queries,
please contact our admissions team at study@polsl.pl.

EXCHANGE STUDENTS
Students, who wish to study at the Silesian University
of Technology should be proficient in English at least
to level B1 for Bachelor and B2 for Master studies. We
recognize most of the international certificates: IELTS 5
and higher, TOEFL from 460 points, FCE and higher. If
you have any queries, please contact our IMO.

Application deadlines
FOR EXCHANGE STUDENTS
For the winter semester or full academic year: 1st of June
For the summer semester: 1st of December

FOR FULL DEGREE STUDENTS

For programmes starting in October:
8th of July, second round of admission 18th of August.
For programmes starting in February:
15th of December

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Academic calendar
Winter semester begins on 1st of October
and ends in the middle of February. Winter
examination session lasts two or three weeks,
starting late January. After two weeks of winter
holidays, summer semester begins on 1st of March.
Courses are delivered from the beginning of March
till mid of June and are followed by the summer
examination session. Summer holidays last for
three months, but only for those who passed all
exams during summer session. Those who were
not so lucky must resit the exam(s) in September.
More information is available on the website:
www.mobility.polsl.pl

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for students Scholarship
For the best international students beginning their
full-time studies at bachelor or master level

HOW MUCH IS THE SCHOLARSHIP?

It’s PLN 21,000 (approx. EUR 4,450 or USD 4,500)
transferred in 3 instalments.
WHO CAN APPLY?
First year, first semester international students
beginning their education at bachelor or master level.
WHEN IS THE DEADLINE
FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS?
It’s either on 31 October (if you start your studies
in October) or on 31 March (if you start your studies
in March).
WHEN CAN I APPLY?
Right after you have a status of our student.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?
For detailed information go to Ordinance No 65/2022
which is available here: https://www.polsl.pl/rn3-dwz/
en/pro-quality-scholaarship/
IS THERE A CONTACT PERSON WHO CAN HELP ME
THROUGH THE PROCESS?
If you need any support, please write to the International
Relations Office at
rn3@polsl.pl
or call +48 32 237 1959
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Accommodation
Most dormitories offer double or
triple rooms shared by students.
Bathrooms and kitchens are also
shared. Each dormitory has such
facilities as TV room, gym, ping-
pong and free internet access.
Dormitories are located within the
Gliwice campus, a few minutes
walk from the Faculties. An average cost of accommodation in
dormitory ranges between 150–200 euro monthly per person
(depending on room standard). Dormitory deposit (refundable) of
200 euro is required up to 7 days after arrival. More information
can be found on the IMOs web page (left menu: Accommodation).

Visas
EU/EEA citizens
European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) students
are allowed in the country upon presentation of their valid ID card
or passport.

Non-EU/EEA citizens
All foreign students coming from non-EU/non-EEA countries who
wish to study in Poland should obtain Polish visa for study prior
to their arrival in Gliwice. They should apply for it in the Polish
Embassy or Consulate in their home country.
For more information visit:
www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy

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for students Residence permit
EU students must register their stay at the Voivodeship
Office (Urząd Wojewódzki).
Foreign students from non-EU countries must submit an
application for a Residence Card (Karta Pobytu), no later
than one month before the expiration date of their visa.

Insurance
Health and accident insurance policy is mandatory for all
students for the whole duration of their stay in Poland.
Third party liability insurance is recommended. EU citizens
are eligible for free health care in Poland, provided they
present a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
Please note this is only valid for public health institutions
and only for a limited scope of medical service. It is strongly
recommended to the EU student not to rely only on the
EHIC document.
Students from non-EU countries can register with the
National Health Fund (NFZ) in Katowice www.nfz-katowice.pl
Each foreign student coming to SUT will be asked to present
his/her insurance certificate
upon arrival at the latest. ISIC or EURO<26 card holders
should check the scope of insurance included in the card as
it may not be necessary to buy another one.
More details on insurance requirements are available on
www.mobility.polsl.pl
section: Health insurance

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Student ID card
Full degree students and Exchange students enrolled at SUT
receives student ID card issued by the Students Service Office
at the hosting Faculty.
This card entitles student to gain discounts on public
transport and cultural events (cinemas, museums, etc.)

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for students Welcome Point
Welcome Point at the Silesian University of Technology
serves as a place for foreign candidates and students,
PhD students and academic staff. Welcome Point is
responsible for supporting foreigners in all matters related
to their arrival and stay in Poland, i.e. accommodation,
insurance, needed documents and other forms of
social support. Foreigners can also get the assistance in
dealing with everyday issues related to life at SUT and in
Gliwice. Welcome Point with its motto: “You are more
than welcome!” provides a friendly space where you can
receive information and feel… always welcome!
https://www.polsl.pl/rn3-2-dwz-wp/en/322372718
welcome@polsl.pl

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Orientation days
International Mobility Office and Student Affairs and Education
Office, in cooperation with Erasmus Student Organisation SUT
Gliwice (ESO SUT Gliwice), arranges Orientation Days for all
incoming foreign students. It is strongly recommended to take part
in this event, when one not only meets new colleagues, but also
sees the city and region, tastes typical Polish cuisine and gains some
more practical knowledge about the university life.
Orientation Days take place during the week preceding new semester
– detailed programme is provided to each accepted student.

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for students Polish language & culture course
The semester-based course is offered for free to
international students. The course programme is
prepared and led by highly qualified teachers and takes
place on campus premises in Gliwice.

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Student organizations
Studying at SUT gives ample opportunities to broaden one’s
interests. During the academic year the university is vibrant
with activities inspired by Students’ Self-Government and
numerous Student Organisations – there are over 20 of
them, complemented by about 180 scientific associations.
Moreover, students may join University choir, music band,
dance band and theatre.

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for students Sport facilities
SUT is also an ideal place for sport enthusiasts.
There are over 30 different sport sections, such as
aerobics, karate, judo, badminton, running, mountain
cycling, volleyball, basketball, skiing, handball, chess,
contemporary dance, table tennis, triathlon, etc.
The main university sport facilities are located at the
Gliwice campus.

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Exchange Student Organisation
The ESO SUT Gliwice section operating at the Silesian University
of Technology is a member of the European non-profit student
organization, which supports the development of exchange
programmes and mobility. The main goal of the ESO SUT Gliwice
is to integrate and make international students’ stay and study
easy and enjoyable. During the academic year, ESO SUT Gliwice
organises a lot of different events, such as: thematic parties, sport
challenges, excursions, cultural programmes, etc.
ESO SUT Gliwice also coordinates many internal projects and
activities, helping go through the first days in new country.
Travel, get social, learn, and challenge yourself with ESO SUT Gliwice!
More information available on the ESO SUT‘s FB profile:
www.facebook.com/erasmusgliwice
Contact:
info@erasmusgliwice.pl

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local transport Buses and trams
Gliwice has a good public transportation network (buses).
The public bus services in the region are provided by the
ZTM company, operating in the city and the whole region
of Upper Silesia. More information and timetables are
available at:
https://rj.metropoliaztm.pl/
Outside of Gliwice, trams are also a common way of
public transport, as popular as buses.
Full degree students are entitled to 50% discount on
tickets upon presenting a valid student ID card.

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Trains
The Central Railway Station (PKP) in Gliwice is located in the
city centre, ~15 minutes’ walk from SUT. Timetables and
connections are available on the Polish Railways’ (PKP) website:
www.pkpsa.pl/en
There are several other companies providing rail service, including:
Koleje Śląskie (KS) – operating in the Upper Silesia region.
Przewozy Regionalne (PR) – regional railway service being the
cheapest way to travel outside of the Upper Silesia region.
PKP Inter City (IC and TLK) – operating on longer distances, offering
direct connections with many Polish and European cities.

Taxi
Taxi is the most expensive way to travel.
Generally, licensed companies are
recommended. There are several taxi
operators in Gliwice (LIDER, RAJ, SEZAM,
DRAGON, LUX, etc.). Payment for short
distances (e.g. within the city) shall be
made in cash, mainly in small bills. The
driver may have no change.

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local transport Telephones
In order to call Poland from abroad, one shall dial
+48 (country code) followed by an appropriate
region code, then the individual number. Let’s take
SUT’s International Mobility Office as an example:
+48 (country code) 32 (region code) 2372207

emergency phone
numbers:

112
general
emergency
number

997 Police
(Policja)

998 Fire Brigade

(Straż Pożarna)

999 Ambulance
(Pogotowie
Ratunkowe)
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Mobile phone services
For longer stays, it is recommended to buy a Polish SIM card.
There are 4 major mobile phone operators in Poland: Orange,
Plus, T-Mobile and Play. You can buy SIM cards in service
providers’ shops or at any newsstand (kiosk). Sim cards need to
be registered. You can register your sim card at the shop where
you buy it. Please bring your passport.
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medical services and pharmacies Medical services and pharmacies
Public health care providers are usually marked with
the NFZ logo.
You can also find private medical institutions
– especially for dental medical care.
Medical Centres are open from Monday to Friday, usually
from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. During nights, weekends and
holidays medical care is provided at appointed health
units which have signed contracts for that kind of service.

Medical consultation
Prior registration is required
in order to get a medical
consultation from the
doctor. Valid ID card and
health insurance policy
or EHIC card have to be
presented to the medical
assistant to complete the
registration process. The
medical centre which
receives SUT’s students and
staff members is located
close to the SUT’s campus:
Przychodnia Akademicka
Gliwice, 5 Łużycka St.
Phone: 32 231 53 44

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Hospitals
There are few hospitals in Gliwice.
In order to get a planned treatment
at a hospital, a doctor’s referral is
required. In case of a sudden illness,
injury, accident, life threat, etc., it is not
necessary of course. Valid ID card and
health insurance policy or EHIC card
shall be presented to the hospital staff
in order to avoid being invoiced when
the treatment is complete.

LIST OF HOSPITALS IN GLIWICE:

VITO-MED Sp. z o. o., 2, Radiowa St.
Phone: 32 302 98 00
Szpital Wielospecjalistyczny, 1, Kościuszki St.
Phone: 32 238 20 91
Szpital Miejski nr 4, 20, Zygmunta Starego St.
Phone: 32 461 32 01

Pharmacies
There are many pharmacies in Gliwice, both in the city
centre and shopping malls – just look for a place with
the word ‘APTEKA’ in its name.
Pharmacy in the city centre open 24/7: CITO, 26,
Górnych Wałów St., Phone: 32 331 42 66

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money & shopping Shopping
There are several shopping centres in Gliwice: Forum,
Arena, Europa Centralna and Auchan.
The nearest one is Forum, located behind the Central
Railway Station: www.forumgliwice.pl
The largest malls are in Katowice: Silesia City Centre:
www.silesiacitycenter.com.pl
and Galeria Katowicka: www.galeriakatowicka.eu

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Money
The official currency in Poland:
Polish Złoty (PLN)
Exchange rate:
1 EUR = ~4,76 PLN;
1 USD = ~4,48 PLN
Money can be exchanged in special offic-
es (‘KANTOR’) and banks.

Banks
A full list of banks operating in Poland
is available on the website of the Polish
National Bank: www.nbp.pl – many
of them have their branches in Gliwice.
It is possible to open a bank account
in Poland, however, a valid passport
or other ID document (EU members)
and residence permit or other document
proving your student status are required.
One may open a bank account in PLN
or in foreign currency (the most popular:
EUR, USD, CHF).

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taste silesia Restaurants, canteens, cafes. Polish
and Upper Silesian cuisine.

To taste real Poland means eating out

a lot. One traditional Polish dinner
and you will see how delicious Polish
cuisine is.

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Must-eat list includes:
DUMPLINGS (PIEROGI) – number 1 on the ‘must-eat’ list, don’t
forget to taste them with different fillings:
• dumplings with cheese
(pierogi z serem)
• cabbage dumplings
(pierogi z kapustą) filled with cabbage and mushrooms
• meat dumplings
(pierogi z mięsem) filled with meat
• sweet ones
during summer, filled with blueberries, strawberries, etc.
• many other, depending on cook’s imagination
BORSCH (BARSZCZ)
classic beetroot soup, usually served with dumplings filled with
mushrooms or meat
SOUR BARLEY SOUP (ŻUREK)
a soup flavoured with fermented bread, served with potatoes, diced
sausages and hard-boiled eggs
SAUERKRAUT SOUP (KAPUŚNIAK)
a typical Polish winter soup, based on sour cabbage
SILESIAN BEEF ROULADE (ROLADA ŚLĄSKA)
a beef roll stuffed with bacon, pickled cucumber and mustard,
served with Silesian dumplings (kluski śląskie) and cooked red
cabbage (modra kapusta)
HUNTERS STREW (BIGOS)
made with sauerkraut and a variety of meats, smoked meat and
mushrooms
POTATO PANCAKES (PLACKI ZIEMNIACZANE)
made from pan-fried grated potatoes
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taste silesia Restaurants and cafes
There are many restaurants and cafes in Gliwice.
They are mostly located near the Market Square.
There are also some student canteens at the campus,
e.g. one on Łużycka Street:
www.facebook.com/stolowkastudencka,
serving meals at prices starting from 1 euro.

Smoking
Smoking is prohibited in all public places, including
hospitals, train platforms, trains and buses (also
bus stops), offices and finally restaurants and pubs.
Smoking in public space is allowed only in special
smoking zones which are clearly marked.

Drinking
Drinking alcohol (including beer) in public places is
prohibited except in special areas in restaurants, sum-
mer gardens, etc.

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Post office
The main Post Office in Gliwice is located in the city centre,
on the Zwycięstwa 28 St. (10 minutes’ walk from the university).
It is open Monday to Friday from 8.00 a.m. to 8 p.m. and
on Saturdays from 9.00 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cost of living
Gliwice is not a very expensive town. Prices are definitely
much lower than in major Polish cities (Cracow, Wrocław, Łódź,
Poznań) or in the capital (Warsaw).
Average prices in supermarkets:
Bread: 8 PLN
Butter: 7 PLN
Milk: 4 PLN/litre
Tomatoes: 10 - 14 PLN/kilo
Beer: 4 PLN/0,5 litre
Restaurant meal (two courses + water) 50-70 PLN
Lunch at students’ canteen: 21-25 PLN
Pizza: 25 - 60 PLN
Cinema student ticket: 25-30 PLN

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useful expressions Good morning Dzień dobry
Good evening Dobry wieczór
Hello/Hi Cześć
Welcome! Witam!
Goodbye Do widzenia!
See you! Do zobaczenia/ Na razie!
Good night Dobranoc
See you tomorrow Do zobaczenia jutro
Take care Trzymaj się!
How are you? Jak się masz?
What’s up? Co słychać?
Fine Dobrze
Thank you Dziękuję
You’re welcome Nie ma za co
Excuse me Przepraszam
Please Proszę
Do you speak -? Czy mówisz -?
– English – po angielsku?
– German – po niemiecku?
– Spanish – po hiszpańsku?
– Italian – po włosku?

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Nice to meet you Miło mi cię poznać
Please repeat Proszę powtórzyć
I understand Rozumiem
I don’t understand Nie rozumiem
I know Wiem
I don’t know Nie wiem
Could you -? Czy możesz -?
– bring – przynieść
– do – zrobić
– give me – dać mi
– hand me – podać mi
– help me – pomóc mi
– tell me – powiedzieć mi
Yes Tak
No Nie
I love you Kocham cię
My name is Mam na imię
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WHEATHER CONDITIONS
Hot Ciepło
Cold Zimno
Wet Mokro
Dry Sucho
Foggy Mglisto
Sunny Słonecznie
Rainy Deszczowo
Warm Ciepło
Cloudy Pochmurnie
Snow Śnieg
Umbrella Parasolka

DIRECTIONS
Which way? W którą stronę?
Right W prawo
Left W lewo
Straight ahead Prosto
Near Blisko
Far Daleko
Excuse me, Przepraszam
how to get to... jak się dostać do...

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useful expressions TRAVEL
Airport Lotnisko
Bus station Dworzec autobusowy
Train station Dworzec kolejowy
Bus stop Przystanek autobusowy
Taxi station Postój taksówek
One way ticket Bilet w jedną stronę
Return ticket Bilet powrotny
Round trip ticket Bilet w obie strony

MEALS
I am hungry Jestem głodny/ głodna
I am thirsty Chce mi się pić
Breakfast Śniadanie
Dinner Obiad
Supper Kolacja

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Salt Sól
Pepper Pieprz
Butler Masło
Cheese Ser
Oil Olej
Cream Śmietana
Meat Mięso
Fish Ryba
Flour Mąka
Pasta Makaron
Milk Mleko
Chicken Kurczak
Bread Chleb
Rice Ryż
Sugar Cukier
Tomato Pomidor
Apple Jabłko
Potatoes Ziemniaki

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Contact:
Full Degree Students:
Admission Office
2A Akademicka street, room 282
44-100 Gliwice
+48 32 237 16 90
study@polsl.pl

Exchange Students:
International Mobility Office
Akademicka 2A (Faculty of Mining and Geology)
44-100 Gliwice, Poland
room 48, first floor
+48 32 237 22 07
mobility@polsl.pl

See you soon!

Na razie!

www.polsl.pl