The list of documents for candidates

The list of documents for candidates for first-cycle studies and Master’s programs applicable in the summer recruitment for the academic year 2025/2026:

 

We will send the below documents to the candidate to the email address provided during the online registration and its confirmation.


1. personal details form enclosing an application for studies

2. an oath

3. an agreement in 2 copies (each page initialled and signed in designated places legillibly, which means your full name and last name in one row) if you enrolled at our university using English form, do not forget to submit an agreement in both English and Polish.

The documents that the candidate provides:

1. A photocopy of a document used as the basis for admission to studies in Poland including a supplement – legalized or affixed with apostille In accordance with admission principles valid for a particular academic year, an original copy for inspection (or a copy of the document whose compliance with the original has been confirmed pursuant to the Polish regulations)

2. A document confirming proficiency in the language of studies or a statement declaring proficiency in the language of studies (an original copy for inspection) or the original statement of proficiency in the language of studies

3. As regards minors: a statement of a parent/ a legal guardian – giving consent to taking up studies at WSB Merito University and signing an Agreement on educational services

4. A photocopy of a Pole’s Card, a Residence Card, a document confirming Polish origins If an Applicant has (the original for inspection); compliance of the photocopy with the original attested by the Partner after completion of the admission process the photocopy will be destroyed.

5. A proof of paying an admission fee (if applicable) Pursuant to the Agreement on providing educational services and the Rules of Payments for a particular year. 

 

6. A photo copy of passport/ an ID card Page with a photo; compliance of the photocopy with the original attested by the Partner – after completion of the admission process the photocopy will be destroyed; in case of dual citizenship and two passports please select and use one; the original for inspection.

 

7. 1 colour photo compliant with photos requirements for passports - 35 mm x 45 mm

Verification of education (diplomas and certificates)

The University may require the following documents from the Candidate:


1. A photo copy of a certified translation into Polish drawn up by a sworn translator or any other body authorised to draw up or certify translations of certificates or similar documents into Polish according to the Polish law, of documents constituting the basis for admission to studies including a supplement legalized or affixed with an apostille. The original for inspection; the list of sworn translators on https://www.gov.pl/web/sprawiedliwosc/znajdz-tlumacza-przysieglego

 

2. The administration decision issued by an Education Officer confirming entitlement to seek admission to studies If the University requires it under the procedure of admission to undergraduate studies and one-tier MA studies.

 

3. Information in writing about a diploma provided by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange confirming entitlement to seek admission to studies If the University requires it under the procedure of admission to graduate studies.

 

4. A marriage certificate, an administration decision as regards changing the name or the surname or a relevant court decision For inspection; it also concerns changes of a name or surname on any of the documents submitted in the admission process.

Important documents

Please do not forget to get familiar with the documents listed below:

1. Fee regulations 


2. Study regulations


3. Template form of withdrawal from the agreement

Language proficiency verification

To pursue studies in Poland, proficiency in the language of instruction at a level no lower than B2 is required.

The most popular certificates are:

 1. British Council certificates 

https://www.britishcouncil.org/exam/english 

Cambridge English B2 First (FCE), Cambridge English Advanced (C1) and Proficiency (C2)

 

2. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

https://www.ets.org/toefl.html

At least 72 points in the Internet-Based Test (iBT)

 

3. International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

https://ielts.org/

Above 5.5 points.

The full list of recognized certificates that verify language proficiency

According to the regulation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Poland, one of the conditions for enrolling in studies in Poland is having language proficiency at a minimum B2 level in the language in which the courses are conducted.

 

Documents certifying the proficiency of the English languate at a level not lower than B2 are a certificate, diploma or other document certifying proficiency in a given foreign language in the four language skills: listening comprehension, reading, speaking and writing, at language proficiency level B2, C1 or C2, issued by the designated institution:

 

University of Cambridge, ESOL Examinations:

  • B2 First (FCE)
  • C1 Advanced (CAE)
  • C2 Proficiency (CPE)
  • B2 Business Vantage (BEC Vantage)
  • C1 Business Higher (BEC Higher)
  • Certificate in English for International Business and Trade (CEIBT)

University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, British Council, IDP IELTS Australia:

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – minimum score: 5.5 points

Trinity College London:

  • ESOL Skills for Life – Level 1 (B2) or higher
  • Integrated Skills in English (ISE) – ISE II or higher
  • ISE Digital – above 80 points (B2)

Educational Testing Service (ETS):

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-Based Test (iBT) – minimum score: 72 points
  • Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) – minimum scores:
    • Listening & Reading: 785 points
    • Speaking: 150 points
    • Writing: 160 points

Pearson Assessment English:

  • Pearson English International Certificate – paper and computer versions (formerly Pearson Test of English General (PTE) or London Tests of English) – Level 3 (Edexcel Certificate in ESOL International Level 1 – Pass, Merit, Distinction) or higher
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) – minimum score: 59 points

LanguageCert (PeopleCert Qualifications):

  • LanguageCert International ESOL:
    • Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing) (Communicator B2) or higher
    • Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Speaking) (Communicator B2) or higher
  • LanguageCert Academic – Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) (Academic B2) or higher
  • LanguageCert Test of English – Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (all skills) (Test of English B2) or higher

Education Development International (EDI), London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board (LCCI):

  • English for Business Level 2 or higher
  • Foundation Certificate for Teachers of Business English (FTBE)

European Consortium for the Certificate of Attainment in Modern Languages:

  • Level B2 (Vantage) or higher

telc GmbH, WBT Weiterbildungs-Testsysteme GmbH:

  • Certificate in English
  • Certificate in English for Business Purposes
  • Certificate in English for Technical Purposes
  • telc English
  • telc English Business
  • telc English Technical
  • telc English University