Profile of the program

Just as on the other universities, also on WSG there is the executing program simplifying integration in Poland for foreign students. Program "Study Buddy" aim is to introduce foreign students into polish reality, simplify integration in the international environment as well as support intercultural interactions.

The supervision of the program is provided by the International Affairs Office.

Who can take part in this program?

Students from the University of Economy.

How they can participate?

They should be chosen by application procedure.

What kind of benefits will students gain?

• Extra points for Erasmus+ Mobility
• Receive gadgets from University including small presents in the form of Spotify or Empic cards
• Take part in various activities, trips, and events which costs will be covered by the WSG University (for example, trips abroad)
• Students’ practical pieces of training, for example, “Key Social Competences” – the 1st course, or student internship in the field of Philology will be credited automatically
• Access for workshops on the topic of writing CV/Motivation Letters/Emails
• Make new friends and become familiar with different cultural background
• Improve foreign languages with international students
• Participate in Orientation Weeks

What kind of responsibilities do they should follow?

• Contact Erasmus students before their coming to Poland (describe the way from airport/train station/ bus station to Bydgoszcz)
• Say “Hello” in Bydgoszcz and help with accommodation in a dormitory
• Familiarize Erasmus students with the city (some advice, tips, shops, pubs, clubs, restaurants)
• Presente our University, campus, institution
• Help with organizing Orientation Day
• Help with buying phone cards for Erasmus students
• Help with organizing some events, trips, workshops for Erasmus students
• Assistance with legalization in Poland: Residence Card/Medical Insurance

How to become a tutor? (recruitment process)

In order to become a participant of the program "Study Buddy," you should fill in the application form