The Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection (FBaEP) stands out for its strong scientific potential and holds a leading position among biology faculties in Poland. The Faculty boasts modern research and educational infrastructure and is internationally recognized as a research center addressing global challenges in sustainable development, improving the quality of life for humans and animals, and promoting environmental well-being. Through its interdisciplinary educational programs and broad collaboration with international partners, the FBaEP Faculty actively shapes future leaders and engaged citizens who understand the role of science in building a sustainable future based on knowledge, innovation, and respect for the natural environment.

Our faculty consists of 5 research and teaching Institutes:

• Institute of Biochemistry
• Institute of Biophysics
• Institute of Ecology and Enviromental Protection
• Institute of Experimental Biology
• Institute of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Immunology

Two main exchange programs are available for International Students, important information can be found in the provided links:

• ERASUMUS+: https://www.uni.lodz.pl/en/international-mobility/erasmus-studies
• Exchange under Bilateral Agreements: https://www.uni.lodz.pl/en/your-mobility

• Nomination and application deadlines: Please contact the coordinator of your chosen programme, as application deadlines and result dates vary across different schemes.
• Academic calendar in Poland: The academic year in Poland runs from October 1st to September 30th and is divided into two semesters: The winter semester, which begins in October and ends in mid-February. The summer semester, which starts after the winter exam session and winter break. Each semester lasts 15 weeks, excluding public holidays and academic breaks. There are two exam sessions—one at the end of each semester. Holidays depend on the specific programme but generally run from July to August.
• Language requirements: All courses are conducted in English; therefore, the minimum required level of English proficiency is B2. Depending on the programme, Polish language classes may also be available for international students.
• Grading system: ECTS credit points (credits) are assigned to each subject exam at the Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection. According to the program of study, the semestral performance requirement consists of 27-33 credits (average 30 per semester). At least 60 credit points are required for each year of study. 2 ECTS = 26 hours of work of the student (class, study, homework, exams, exc.). The following grading scale is used at the University of Lodz: 5 (bdb; very good); 4+ (db+; better than good); 4 (db; good); 3+ (dst+; better than satisfactory); 3 (dst; satisfactory); 2 (ndst; unsatisfactory).
  International student transcripts also include the ECTS grade, reflecting the relative position of a grade in a certain reference group.
• VISA requirements: After selection, students must check whether they require a VISA to study in Poland. This may be checked on the following website of the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs: https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/visas

The International Relations Office is responsible for:

1. Administration and coordination of cooperation agreements with international partner institutions.
2. Implementation of international programmes aimed at student and staff member exchange activities, including Erasmus+, Education.
3. Recruitment of candidates from abroad for full-time studies at UL.

The IRO also organises an Orientation session that takes place during the first week of each semester, we highly recommend that incoming International Students attend.

Contact information: 
General e-mail: bwz@uni.lodz.pl
For mobility students: iso@uni.lodz.pl
tel: +48 42 635 40 36

• Vice-Dean for International Relations: Aneta Balcerczyk, PhD, DSc, Assoc. Prof
  aneta.balcerczyk@biol.uni.lodz.pl
  +48 42 635 44 76


• Vice-Dean for Didactics: Renata Bocian, PhD, DSc
  renata.bocian@biol.uni.lodz.pl
  +48 42 665 56 74


• ECTS Credit Transfer Coordinator: Ewa Forma, PhD
  ewa.forma@biol.uni.lodz.pl
  +48 42 635 46 54


• ERASUMS+ Program Coordinator: Tomasz Kowalczyk, PhD, DSc, Assoc. Prof.
  tomasz.kowalczyk1@biol.uni.lodz.pl
  +48 42 66 55 681


• Bilateral Exchange Agreement Program Coordinator: Marek Wieczorek, PhD, DSc, Assoc. Prof.
  marek.wieczorek@biol.uni.lodz.pl
  +48 42 665 56 68


• Incoming International Students Advisors: Patrycja Gralewska, PhD
  patrycja.gralewska@biol.uni.lodz.pl
  +48 42 635 44 81
  
  Oskar Ciesielski, MSc
  oskar.ciesielski@biol.uni.lodz.pl
  +48 42 635 45 10

Administrative Advisor in Dean‘s Office 
magdalena.zawadka@biol.uni.lodz.pl
+48 42 635 47 99

Contact information:
ul. Pilarskiego 14/16, 90-231 Łódź
tel: 42 635 47 47
sekcja.studenta@biol.uni.lodz.pl

General information about our city can be found on the official site: https://uml.lodz.pl/en/ 

Travel information: https://lodz.travel/en/

Public transport in Łódź: https://www.mpk.lodz.pl/

The sites listed below provide information about life in the city, interesting events, scholarships, trainings and much more.

Study in Lodz: https://studyinlodz.com.pl/en/
Erasmus Students Network: https://accounts.esn.org/section/pl-lodz-unl
Youth in Łódź Programme: https://mlodziwlodzi.pl/about-program/program-description/