If you want to be well prepared to face the challenges of a highly competitive job market, study English Philology full time at the University of Opole. Undergraduates of English Philology finish their studies with strong communication skills in English in writing and speaking at C1 level and a B2 command of a second foreign language. They may seek employment requiring advanced command of English and, depending on their choices of elective courses, knowledge of culture of English-speaking countries, or knowledge of translation theory and practice, intermediate command of Spanish or Italian, knowledge of Spanish-speaking countries or Italy.

In order to be eligible for English Philology, first-cycle studies, candidates should meet the following requirements:

• Maturity diploma or an equivalent (i.e. secondary school leaving certificate);
• subjects: English and any subject of your choice (except English);
• B2 level language proficiency in English (confirmed with a recognized certificate or an online oral exam).

Students gain advanced knowledge of language, literature, and culture and history of English-speaking countries as well as practical language skills at a high C1 proficiency level of CEFR for languages. Additionally, students develop a second foreign language at B2 level. Moreover, within their study programme students choose an educational path through elective courses that add competence to their general academic education. Full time studies offer such elective modules as: Culture Studies, Translation Studies, English and Spanish or English and Italian

Communication skills

Undergraduates of English Philology finish their studies with strong communication skills in English in writing and speaking at C1 level and a B2 command of a second foreign language. 

Variety of employment options

Undergraduates will be well prepared for empolyment in:

• translation and interpretation bureaus
• public relations
• publishing houses
• advertising agencies
• fundraising organizations
• commercial, corporate or other business institutions
• research institutes
• many other fields that require advanced knowledge of English and liberal arts education