The mission of the University, as defined in the Strategy for Development of the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn for 2010-2020, aims at the development of creative thinking, scientific research and teaching with respect for traditional academic values of humanism, tolerance, freedom, the search for truth and respect for ethical standards. Research of academics and students is subordinated to action for the common good, concern for the reputation of the university, to promote and perpetuate the cultural local, European and global heritage. An important objective of the University entered into its mission is to spread the culture understood by the academic community, students and alumni.
Studying Law focuses in the areas of student internships, lectures and open meetings, expert work, thesis topics adapt to the needs of external stakeholders. Solutions adopted by the Faculty meet the challenges and requirements set today for universities.
Courses Taught during law studies are closely linked with the needs of a global labor market. The attractiveness stems from its universality, that translates into future employment opportunities and to adapt the curriculum to the changing reality by introducing a range of subjects from the wider European law. The purpose of education is to acquire nearly the student’s knowledge of the dogmatic disciplines of Polish law, knowledge of the system of European and international law, profound knowledge of the elements of European legal culture, knowledge about the mechanisms of these systems and the relationship to the environment law.
An important place is to familiarize students with the principles of ethics, shaping the attitudes of active participation in society, education, interpersonal skills, including communication allowing to perform in the future as a mediator, sensitivity to problems arising in the practice of law. Objective referred to above, is implemented through the mandatory exchange items and specialization subjects and elective.
Education is integral to personal development of students: developing their cognitive skills, logical thinking and formulating accurate assessments. Studies should motivate you to extend the scope of their cognitive and social interests, and develop a taste for self-improvement.
A graduate of the Law obtains a Master’s degree. Graduation is prepare for work in the administration of justice, law firms, business entities, public sector and government, local government and state institutions.
THE PROFILE OF A CANDIDATE FOR MASTER OF LAWS DEGREE (LEGUM MAGISTER, LL.M.)
European legal studies is a five-year programme leading to a Master of Laws degree (LL.M). The study programs offers a thorough education which meets national and international (European) standards, therefore this proposal is addressed to all candidates: Polish and Foreigners.
The course of studies not only consists of mandatory subjects, which are the core of legal studies (for example: administrative law and administrative procedure, criminal law and criminal procedure, civil law and civil procedure, constitutional law), but also includes a number of optional subjects, allowing for specialization in such areas as: Insolvency Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law and Intellectual Property Law.
The program of the studies is a combination of all core contents that allows graduates to have a profound knowledge of historical evolution and functioning of Polish legal order and basics of internal legal orders of European countries. The programme also provides an in-depth education in the European Union institutions, including law – making (for example: Law of European Union, European System of Justice, Issues of European Integration).
This Master’s programme (including many optional courses that correspond with the prospective occupational plans of the graduates) provides two methods of teaching: lectures and practical classes, which focus on the knowledge, developing writing, analytical and communicative skills. The graduates will benefit from the extensive experience and expertise of our academic staff.
The programme is primarily designed to provide thorough understanding of multi-level system of Polish and European Law. After completion of the programme, students receive a sound basis for an international legal career in all private and public institutions, including training in all legal professions, such as attorney or legal advisor in particular.
Master of Laws degree guarantees the recognition of qualifications in European countries and after fulfilling conditions specified by internal laws (for example special training in judicial service), it gives access to the bar within the European Union .
All lectures and classes of the course are in English. It will make the students become familiar with specific vocabulary used in legal sciences. Graduates with Faculty of Law degree and with additional fluent legal English are recognized as highly qualified lawyers with great job opportunities. Knowledge of English language is one of the basic requirements during application process.
The studies at the Faculty of Law in Olsztyn also enable an active participation in Erasmus program based on student mobility and university cooperation within European Union.
LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR LEGAL STUDIES
Graduates are prepared to take various kinds of applications required for the performance of legal profession, as well as to the function in all institutions and public and private organizations that require legal knowledge. Graduate knows how to communicate interpersonally, communicate in legal decision-making process. He also knows how to act as a negotiator or mediator in order to settle disputes. Graduate is prepared to perform all legal professions in Poland and other EU countries.
After graduating with a degree in Legal Studies the graduate:
After graduating with a degree in Legal Studies the graduate:
After graduating with a degree in Legal Studies the graduate: