Ecological Policy
Undergraduate (Bachelor)
Energy Studies
Why choose this field of study?
Are you interested in issues related to the energy sector and see your future in a profession related to this industry? Do you believe that action on climate policy is crucial for the future of the modern world? By creating the Energy Studies major at the University of Economics and Human Sciences in Warsaw, we have come out to meet the current trends of the job market, which needs specialists with practical competence in creating and implementing key processes that modernize the energy market and policy. If you want to gain comprehensive knowledge of the energy economy and develop the competencies necessary to build a career related to this industry – the studies offered will certainly meet your expectations.
In the Energy Studies program of the Ecological Policy specialty, we have included all the issues necessary to understand the processes involved in the functioning of the energy sector. In the course of your education, you will learn, among other things, the characteristics and use of conventional and unconventional energy sources, the principles of energy system administration or the sequence of the energy supply chain – from producers to distributors to consumers. We will also equip you with knowledge of sustainable economic development, energy storage, as well as energy law and security. In specialty subjects, you’ll explore detailed energy issues in the context of environmentally friendly measures. At the Energy Studies bachelor’s degree program, we also offer two other specializations – see: Sustainability and ESG and Critical Infrastructure.
Energy Studies: Ecological Policy – what sets us apart?
- You will complete a program of study that will prepare you for a career in the structures of the energy sector.
- After completing the program, you can set your sights on further development and a managerial career in the energy sector.
- You will gain knowledge from experienced AEH lecturers and practitioners from corporations and energy companies, as well as the Ministry of Climate and Environment.
- You will gain not only specialized knowledge, but also practical skills supported by your first professional practice.
- As part of your diploma – instead of a written bachelor’s thesis – you will carry out an original social project, developing project work skills.
- You will experience the unique atmosphere of studying in an international environment! (We are at the top of the “Perspektywy” ranking in the Internationalization category).
Ecological Policy – what can you do after graduation?
Studying Ecological Policy in the Energy Studies major at the University of Economics and Human Sciences in Warsaw, you will prepare yourself for various positions offered by the energy industry. Specialists with a degree in the field are sought by, among others:
- government departments and local government units, dealing with climate strategy, environmental protection, regional funds, energy policy and ecological policy;
- conglomerates producing and obtaining energy from conventional and unconventional sources;
- energy distribution and storage companies;
- refineries, thermal power plants, as well as entities operating photovoltaic or wind farms.
Directed education will also help you develop your own business, for example, in the field of energy services or professional consulting in this area.
This program
is for you if:
You’re planning a career in the energy sector, but don’t want to focus solely on technical engineering skills.
You understand the key role of a green energy economy and want to contribute to shaping it.
You want to develop analytical skills and the ability to work with the project method.
New requirements for visa applications
Note: important information for bachelor’s degree candidates (first-cycle studies)
In line with the new requirements for visa applications introduced by Polish consulates around the world, candidates applying for a student visa are now required to submit a document confirming their eligibility to apply for a bachelor’s degree (first-cycle studies), issued by the Polish Education Superintendent Office (in Polish – Kuratorium Oświaty). Previously, this document could be provided after arrival in Poland, but under the new regulations, it must be submitted along with the visa application. The procedure for master’s degree candidates remains unchanged.
While the new requirement may slightly extend the visa process, the UEHS is fully prepared to support bachelor’s degree candidates throughout this period. To ensure there are no disruptions to their education, candidates who cannot arrive in Poland before the start of classes will be able to participate in lectures online via MS Teams.
We also have developed a range of effective solutions to provide comprehensive assistance in obtaining the required documents. Our support includes:
- preparing the necessary paperwork
- certified translations into Polish
- submitting the application to the Education Superintendent Office
- promptly ensuring the recognized diploma is sent back to the candidate’s home country.
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Programme and structure of studies
UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES
(BACHELOR’S DEGREE)
The Bachelor’s Degree in Energy Studies at UEHS offers an innovative program aimed at providing students with broad, modern knowledge in the field of energy, with elements of necessary engineering. In the course of education, special emphasis is placed on the ability to implement the principles of sustainable economic development, energy storage, as well as energy law and security. In the specialty of Ecological Policy, detailed issues of pro-environmental measures in the energy sector are also discussed.
FIRST YEAR OF STUDY
The first semester includes a block of general subjects that equip the student with the knowledge base necessary to understand directional issues. From the second semester onward, subjects that familiarize the student with the structure and functioning of energy systems are introduced.
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Lecture method | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
| OHS | 0 | L | 8/8 |
| Academic skills | 1 | L | 15/8 |
| Introduction to philosophy | 5 | L | 30/16 |
| Basics of social communication | 4 | L | 30/16 |
| Introduction to the study of the state and law | 5 | L | 30/24 |
| Introduction to psychology | 5 | L | 30/24 |
| Basics of economics | 5 | L | 30/24 |
| Theory of organization and management | 5 | L | 30/24 |
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Lecture method | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
| Sports and recreational activities | 0 | T | 30/0 |
| Foreign language | 2 | LEKT | 30/16 |
| Technologies of conventional energy sources | 4 | T | 30/16 |
| Technologies of unconventional energy sources | 6 | T | 80/40 |
| Infrastructure, transmission networks and distribution | 2 | L | 15/8 |
| Energy storage | 2 | L | 15/8 |
| Electrical engineering (SEP) | 3 | L | 30/16 |
| System analysis | 2 | L | 15/8 |
| European energy market policy / Energy policy of selected countries (elective) | 3 | D | 30/16 |
| Green thinking | 3 | D | 30/16 |
| Energy systems in the world (PL or ENG - to choose from) / Theoretical foundations of the system approach (to choose from) | 3 | D | 30/16 |
L – lecture; T – tutorials; LEKT – foreign language classes; D – discussion; WS – workshops; LAB – labs; PR– practicum/internship
SECOND YEAR OF STUDY
In the second year, students learn further directional issues including characteristics of the energy services market, knowledge of the necessary legal aspects or energy policy issues – including local measures and environmental regulations.
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Lecture method | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
| Sports and recreational activities | 0 | T | 30/0 |
| Foreign language | 2 | LEKT | 30/16 |
| Energy market regulators (PL or ENG - to choose from) | 4 | L, T | 30/16 |
| Market and policy of energy producers | 4 | L, T | 30/16 |
| Market and policy of energy distributors and sellers | 4 | L, T | 30/16 |
| Energy consumer market - marketing research | 3 | L, T | 30/16 |
| Prosumer market and policy | 3 | L, T | 30/16 |
| Suppliers of new technologies and the startup market | 3 | L, T | 30/16 |
| Policy for the development of energy cooperatives and promotion of local energy | 4 | D | 30/16 |
| Theoretical foundations of the institutional approach / Impact assessment - stakeholder theory (to choose from) | 3 | L, T | 30/16 |
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Lecture method | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
| Foreign language | 2 | LEKT | 30/16 |
| Energy security | 2 | L | 30/16 |
| Local government and local policy | 3 | D | 30/16 |
| Poland's energy policy | 3 | L | 30/16 |
| Energy law | 3 | L, T | 45/24 |
| Environmental and climate protection regulations | 3 | L, T | 45/24 |
| Administrative law | 3 | L | 30/16 |
| Spatial engineering / Geography of the energy system (elective) | 2 | L | 30/16 |
| Megatrends in energy policy (PL or ENG - elective) | 3 | D | 30/16 |
| Cybersecurity systems in the energy industry / Law of new technologies (elective) | 3 | D | 30/16 |
| Scenario method in energy policy / Analysis of the state's resistance to threats (elective) | 3 | D | 30/16 |
L – lecture; T – tutorials; LEKT – foreign language classes; D – discussion; WS – workshops; LAB – labs; PR– practicum/internship
THIRD YEAR OF STUDY
In the fifth semester, students expand their knowledge with further directional issues, while in the sixth semester they focus on subjects dedicated to the specialty of Ecological policy. The third year of study is also the time to pass professional internships and to prepare a social project, which in the undergraduate program in Energy Studies at UEHS replaces the obligation to prepare a written undergraduate thesis.
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Lecture method | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
| Foreign language | 2 | LEKT | 30/16 |
| Socio-cultural-sociological geography | 2 | L | 30/16 |
| Environmental impact of energy | 2 | L, T | 30/16 |
| Corporate social responsibility / Economic and social value creation (elective) | 2 | D | 30/16 |
| Energy public awareness policy | 2 | L, WS | 30/16 |
| Negotiation and mediation | 2 | WS | 30/16 |
| Collaborative marketing | 2 | T | 30/16 |
| Professional practice (I) | 14 | PR | 360/360 |
| Methodology of project preparation | 2 | D | 30/16 |
| Subject name | Cummulative amount of ECTS points | Lecture method | Cummulative amount of hours (FT/PT) |
| Climate policy | 2 | D | 30/16 |
| Financing pro-environmental projects | 2 | D | 30/16 |
| Ecological education | 2 | D | 30/16 |
| Environmental planning and impact assessment | 2 | D | 30/16 |
| Clusters and cooperatives | 2 | D | 30/16 |
| Crisis management | 2 | D | 30/16 |
| Professional practice (II) | 14 | PR | 360/180 |
| Social project and preparation for the diploma exam | 4 | D | 60/32 |
L – lecture; T – tutorials; LEKT – foreign language classes; D – discussion; WS – workshops; LAB – labs; PR– practicum/internship
Tuition fees
Fixed tuition - flexible payments
By choosing to study at UEHS, you can be sure that the tuition fee will not change throughout the duration of your studies. You can pay the tuition fee once for the entire year of study or spread over a semester payment. This allows you to decide how you want to plan your expenses.
Fees (academic year 2024/2025)
| Year of study | Annually | Per semester* |
| I | 2900 € | 1600 € |
| II | 2900 € | 1600 € |
| III | 2900 € | 1600 € |
*Semester payment is possible from the second year of studies.
| Year of study | Annually | Per semester* |
| I | 3900 € | 2100 € |
| II | 3900 € | 2100 € |
| III | 3900 € | 2100 € |
*Semester payment is possible from the second year of studies.
EU and other countries group
This group includes citizens of the countries member states of the European Union and the following countries citizens: Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latin America, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.
Other countries
The citizens of all the remaining countries.
Study in Polish!
Do you want to study at UEHS in Polish? It is possible! We have prepared a special program for international students to acquire the skills necessary for active study in Polish and for academic, social and everyday life in Poland.
The Comprehensive Polish Language Program for International Students is:
- part of The UEHS Foundation Program, which is a comprehensive preparation for starting regular Bachelor's or Master's studies in Polish at UEHS
- a course aimed at two groups of international students: students with knowledge of a Slavic language (Russian, Ukrainian, Czech etc.) and students without prior knowledge of any Slavic language
- a chance for immersion in Polish society and culture, authentic experience of life in Poland and broad career prospects on the Polish labour market
More details coming soon!
Scholarships - easier than you think
While studying at UEHS, you can take advantage of a wide range of financial support from the state budget and European funds, as well as benefit from special discounts with UEHS discount program
You can submit most scholarship applications quickly and easily through your online account.
In the academic year 2022/2023, the University of Economics and Humanities in Warsaw awarded 350 Rector’s Scholarships, ranging from PLN 525 /month to PLN 1025 /month, depending on the average or achievements. For outstanding sport, artistic or scientific achievements, the Scholarship Committee awarded scholarships of PLN 600 /month.
Detailed information on the possibility of applying for the Rector’s Scholarship is available in the “MojeAEH” system.
A sports scholarship may be awarded to a student who excels in sport achievements at least national level. In addition we also encourage our students to take part in additional support programs- eg. the National Academic Representation.
Young sportsmen can count on financial support in the amount of PLN 600 /month.
Detailed information on the possibility of applying for sports scholarship is available in the “MojeAEH” system.
A scholarship for people with disabilities may be awarded to a student who has a disability certificate, a disability degree certificate, a ZUS certifying physician’s certificate, a disability group certificate or a certificate of permanent or long-term incapacity to work on a farm.
In the 2022/2023 academic year, depending on the degree of disability, 150 scholarships for people with disabilities were awarded, ranging from PLN 1275 /month to PLN 1575 /month.
Detailed information on the possibility of applying for a scholarship for people with disabilities is available in the “MojeAEH” system.
The allowance is a form of emergency financial assistance. Any student who found himself temporarily in a difficult life situation resulting from random events beyond the student’s control can apply for it.The allowance may be granted twice in one academic year, and the allowance is not granted twice for the same random event. Difficult life situations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic are an exception.
In 2021, we granted 40 allowances for a total of PLN 197,200. The allowances, depending on the student’s situation, were paid in the amount of PLN 3,000 to PLN 5,000 at a time.
Detailed information on the possibility of applying for the allowance is available in the “MojeAEH” system.
2022/2023 academic year
355 Rector’s Scholarships
179 social scholarships
181 scholarships for people with disabilities
PLN 1,890,289.35 was spent in 2019/2020 on scholarships
PLN 2,911,662.50 was spent in 2020/2021 on scholarships
PLN 4,158,177.00 was spent in 2021/2022 on scholarships
PLN 7,829,950.00 was spent in 2022/2023 on scholarships
Rector’s Scholarship – highest average: 5,44
