Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering

Degree to be obtained:
Faculty: Faculty of Geoengineering
Field of study: Environmental Engineering 
Specialty: Environmental Engineering
Duration: 7 semesters 
Language: English

Programme description

Bachelor's programme focuses on the most pressing challenges in environmental engineering and sustainable development.

Graduates will gain strong engineering skills built on a solid foundation in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and microbiology. They will develop a broad understanding of environmental systems and the core technologies used in:

• Water and wastewater treatment
• Land reclamation
• Waste management
• Air pollution control

A special emphasis is placed on bioenergy production and the microbiological foundations of biotechnological processes used in environmental engineering.

Students will also study environmental quality assessment, environmental management, and legal frameworks—both national and international. The curriculum includes elective courses, allowing students to shape their academic path based on personal interests and career goals within the field.

Graduates will be prepared to operate and evaluate technical systems related to:

• Water supply and wastewater disposal
• Sewage sludge treatment
• Solid waste handling
• Air purification technologies

Career prospects

Graduates of the programme will be equipped for positions in:

• Municipal and regional utility services
• Construction and installation companies
• Industrial facilities (technical and environmental departments)
• State and local government institutions
• Environmental inspection and regulatory bodies

Registration fee

All applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of: 85 PLN (approximately 20 EUR).

This fee is required to complete your application in the IRK online system and must be paid using the individual bank account number generated for you in the system.

More details: Admission Fee

Tuition fee

For international students enrolling in English-language studies at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, the tuition fee for the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering is: 5000 PLN per semester (approximately 1150 EUR)

Official information: Tuition Fees for Studies in English

How to apply – international students
https://bwm.uwm.edu.pl/en/international-students/how-apply

How to Select the Programme in the Online Application System

Go to the Online Application System: https://irk.uwm.edu.pl/en-gb/

Then follow these steps:

1) Click on “Recruitment for studies in foreign languages for the academic year”

2) Choose “Environmental Engineering” from the list of study fields

3) Select: “Environmental Engineering – first-cycle, full-time, in the field of Environmental Engineering, ang.”

4) Click “Sign up” to begin your application

Location of the campus

One of the most beautiful campus in Poland.
Discover UWM in Olsztyn

Student Dormitories at UWM

The University of Warmia and Mazury offers international students a range of on-campus dormitories located in the scenic Kortowo campus – just a short walk from classrooms, laboratories, and the lakeshore.

Accommodation options

• Single, double, or triple rooms
• Shared kitchens and bathrooms
• Fully furnished with basic amenities (bed, desk, wardrobe, etc.)
• Wi-Fi access included

Facilities and community

• Laundry rooms, study spaces, recreational areas
• 24/7 security and front desk support
• Lively student community with easy access to shops, canteens, sports centres and public transport

Dormitory placement is offered after admission. Once you are accepted into your programme, you will receive instructions on how to apply for housing.

More details: https://zak.olsztyn.pl/en/

Need help?

For programme-related questions, please contact:
dr eng. Anna Nowicka
Faculty of Geoengineering
E-mail: anna.grala@uwm.edu.pl
Phone +48 89 523 32 35

dr  Paulina Rusanowska
Faculty of Geoengineering
E-mail: paulina.jaranowska @uwm.edu.pl
Phone +48 89 523 32 09

Subjects conducted at BEE:

Introduction to Biology
Math Calculus 
Chemistry
Physics
Fundamentals of microbiology
Engineering Graphics and Cad
Principles of Toxicology
Environmental chemistry
Fluid Mechanics
Geotechnical Engineering
Programming for engineers
Hydraulics
Hydrology and Earth Sciences
Bases of Air Quality
Water supply systems
Material Science
Water management
Groundwater
Microbiology of Biosystems
Water monitoring
Land reclamation
Sewage systems
Soil and groundwater remediation
Technologies of water treatment – laboratory
Sanitary microbiology
Treatment Processes in Environmental Engineering
Engineering of Water Protection and Restoration
Technologies of Wastewater Treatment – laboratory
Facilities for water and wastewater treatment systems
Water Resources Engineering
Design of water-sewage systems
Sludge Management – laboratory
Design Thinking in Environmental Engineering
Biological methods in wastewater treatment – laboratory
Data Analysis in Environmental Engineering
Bioenergy Technologies
Waste Recycling
Biological processes in Environmental Engineering
Sludge Management
Biogas Production Technologies
Environmental Life Cycle Assessment and Green Design
Practical training
Engineering Thesis

Electives Non-Technical Competences:
Language 
Human Electives
Social Sciences Elective
Practices of Academic Writing