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Faculty of Theology

Postgraduate Studies

Pastoral Theology

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The goal of the studies is to prepare students for pastoral work in parishes, pastoral groups, as well as in catechetical service and teaching religion at schools. The segment devoted to psychology and pedagogy prepares students to react appropriately while encountered with various disorders. The segment devoted to sociology teaches contemporary social phenomena and the mechanisms of their occurrence.

DESCRIPTION

The studies cover education in three segments: pastoral and catechetical; psychological and pedagogical; sociological. The studies help to acquire the skill of analysing social processes, taking into account religious, cultural, political and economic contexts. The studies prepare students for pastoral work in parishes, pastoral groups, as well as in catechetical service and teaching religion at schools.

GRADUATE PROFILE

After completing the studies, the graduate:

possess an in-depth knowledge of pastoral theology
is able to use the knowledge of systematic theology in the changing pastoral reality, which includes both work in the parish pastoral service as well as in teaching religion at school.
learns about new pastoral currents and is able to implement them while working with various pastoral groups
deepens the knowledge of new currents in teaching in order to use them in educational work at school
has an in-depth knowledge of pedagogy, psychology and sociology, which allows them to better carry out the tasks in the context of social and cultural changes
is able to correctly interpret and explain social phenomena and mutual relations between them. The student has basic skills in conducting social research necessary to develop diagnoses of the needs of the recipients of catechetical and pastoral activity of the Catholic Church.
is able to communicate with specialists in the field of catechetical and pastoral activity of the Catholic Church through various communication channels and techniques
correctly identifies new challenges related to individual, family, community, social and political life
sees and understands the need of active participation in activities for the preservation and development of the Christian and cultural heritage of the region, country, and Europe.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum focuses on: “Theology of evangelisation” The studies cover education in three segments: pastoral and catechetical; psychological and pedagogical; sociological. Pastoral and catechetical segment covers the exploration of the teachings of theology in order to use them in pastoral work in the parish, in pastoral groups, in catechetical service and teaching religion at school. This exploration is related to social changes and pastoral challenges. The psychological and pedagogical segment aims to equip students with the tools to react appropriately to the phenomena of various disorders that can be encountered in pastoral or catechetical work. The classes’ goal is to provide adequate insight into these phenomena and provide knowledge that will allow them to respond competently. The goal of the sociological segment is to acquire knowledge on contemporary social phenomena, as well as to acquire the ability to interpret and learn about the mechanisms of their occurrence and research possibilities.

LECTURERS

The classes are conducted by research and teaching employees of the University of Silesia.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 4
Number of hours: 360 hours

Organisation of classes:
The classes take place on Thursdays, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must write a diploma thesis and pass the final exam.

Graduation document:
Certificate of Postgraduate Studies in Pastoral Theology. Graduates applying for a canonical licentiate in theology (STL) also receive a diploma.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
The studies are addressed to clergy and lay people who wish to be actively and professionally involved in catechesis and pastoral, and who are interested in the evangelising mission of the Church. In accordance with church regulations, students with a Master’s degree in theology may obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Theology.

Admission process:
Apply online
Electronic admission process in Online Application System (IRK) on the dates specified in Online Application System (IRK). Choose and proceed according to the instructions.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order and the result of the admission procedure (if it was conducted).

Planned date of beginning classes: October 2022

FEES

After being admitted to postgraduate studies, you may start your studies, subject to paying the fee for postgraduate studies. Payments should be made to the student’s individual account, within the deadlines specified in the agreement.

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Rev. Andrzej Pastwa, PhD, DSc
Tel. 32 356 90 57
e-mail: andrzej.pastwa@us.edu.pl

Secretary Office
Halina Janik, MA
Tel. 32 356 90 57
e-mail: halina.janik@us.edu.pl

Faculty of Theology
40-043 Katowice
ul. Jordana 18

Faculty of Theology

SOON:

Postgraduate Studies

Theology and Catechesis

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The goal of the studies is to prepare for the effective conduct of educational classes in the field of teaching religion in pre-schools, primary and secondary schools, except for special needs schools.

DESCRIPTION

The studies are an interesting offer for teachers who, while working in primary and secondary schools, plan to acquire qualifications to teach religion as a part of their professional development. The studies are also an interesting offer for people interested in theology who, due to their personal circumstances, cannot take up five-year Master’s degree studies.

GRADUATE PROFILE

After completing the studies:

you will be able to methodically prepare and conduct religion classes in accordance with the principles given by the Catholic Church (Church documents, curricula, etc.)
you will know how to raise cognitive interest and support the intellectual and spiritual development of pre-school children by a skilful selection of teaching techniques, teaching aids and methods of improving children’s engagement.
you will be able to check and evaluate the students’ achievements (as well as your own practice) in accordance with the didactic guidelines.
you will be prepared to cooperate with children and educators, children’s families and social environment outside the school in the implementation of educational tasks in the field of catechesis
you will be prepared to manage your own professional and personal development as well as the improvement of your professional competencies.
you will be qualified to teach religion in pre-schools, primary and secondary schools, except for special needs schools.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum includes, among others, moral theology, liturgy, Old and New Testaments, fundamental theology, spiritual theology, catechetical materials, and pre-school catechesis.

LECTURERS

Classes are conducted by a highly qualified staff of specialists, scientists and practitioners engaged in theology.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 4
Number of hours: 690 hours (600 hours of classes + 90 hours of internship)

Organisation of classes:
Classes take place on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., 14 sessions per semester.

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must obtain credits in each module as well as pass the exams with positive grades.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
The studies are addressed to people who wish to acquire qualifications to teach religion in pre-schools, primary and secondary schools. In order to start the studies a student must be a graduate of Master’s degree studies with pedagogical preparation in a field of study other than theology, providing a diploma coinciding with the school subject.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order and the result of the admission procedure.

Planned date of beginning of classes: October/February

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Rev. Roman Buchta, PhD, DSc
Tel. 519 318 961
e-mail: roman.buchta@us.edu.pl

Secretary Office
Ludmiła Lach-Bartlik
e-mail: ludmila.lach-bartlik@us.edu.pl
Tel. 32 35690 56 internal number 135

Faculty of Theology of the University of Silesia in Katowice
40-043 Katowice
ul. Jordana 18
room no. 001/4

Faculty of Theology

Postgraduate Studies

Spiritual Theology

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The goal of the studies is to explore the heritage of the Church’s spiritual tradition and theological reflection. Thanks to this, the students will be able to better understand their faith, themselves, and also people with whom they live, work and meet.

DESCRIPTION

Modern psychology has discovered many mechanisms which direct human actions from within the psyche, often beyond the border of consciousness. Sociology has shown the same mechanisms in relation to external determinants: social and cultural patterns. For a while these teachings seemed to replace the old spiritual tradition as they better describe human behaviour than religion does. However, today it is already known that this is not the case. On the other hand, there seems to be more and more of the so called spiritual life guides, often of very dubious quality, referring (though chaotically, selectively, and superficially) to various traditions. Sometimes we can even get the impression that the further a tradition is from Christianity, the higher it is valued. The best answer to this situation is a thorough study of the spiritual traditions of Christianity, taking into consideration the achievements of psychology, sociology and other studies of humanity, but remaining unimposed by their language and their view of man as definite.

GRADUATE PROFILE

A graduate of Postgraduate Studies in Spiritual Theology has in-depth knowledge of topics related to the broadly understood knowledge of Christian spirituality, spiritual theology, and the history of spirituality. The graduate is equipped with the competencies and appropriate skills to act in the following sub-areas: formulating critical opinions on the phenomena of contemporary spirituality; using the centuries-old heritage of Christian spirituality in arranging various activities undertaken in Catholic movements and communities; using the norms and rules of the Catholic Church to solve specific problems; the ability to plan and innovatively solve complex problems related to the evangelisation and formation activity of the Catholic Church; the use of basic principles of spiritual direction; the foundations of the Church’s evangelising and pastoral activity on a solid foundation of Christian spirituality and fundamental doctrinal truths; seeking justification for various spiritual activities in the Church’s Tradition, theology, and anthropology; supporting the pastors and leaders of Catholic communities and movements in their pastoral activity; supporting people in spiritual discernment; supporting the pastoral care of the Church towards specialist groups.

During the studies, the students learn the history of Christian spirituality; natural, biblical and dogmatic foundations of spirituality; various dimensions of human spiritual activity in the Tradition of the Church; the spirituality of the new evangelisation and new Catholic movements; foundations of spiritual discernment.

The students gain in-depth knowledge of spirituality and develop their skills during practicals as well as their own activities and reading. Thanks to this, the students are able to arrange religious activities in the Church, care for a healthy spirituality of movements, communities and associations. At the same time, the students can support people in making decisions and recognising problem situations. In the context of disorders, they have the basic ability to distinguish between what is spiritual and what belongs to an emotional or psychiatric dysfunction.

After completing the studies:

you will have knowledge of the heritage of the spiritual tradition and theological reflection of the Church
thanks to this, you will be able to better understand your faith, yourself, and your fellow men.
you will have the ability to arrange for the spiritual development of people.
The studies do not provide qualifications to undertake specialist counselling.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum covers three areas:

FOUNDATIONS

At the beginning, there is a historical and systematic lecture on the theological treatise “Spiritual Theology”, also accessible to persons who did not graduate any theological studies, but still retain university character. It will present the greatest figures, schools, and currents of Christian spirituality. An absolutely necessary introduction to the study of spiritual theology is a lecture on Christian anthropology: presenting, in comparison with the European philosophical traditions, the Christian vision of man. Another element is the presentation of the phenomena of spiritual life characteristic for the twentieth century and the present day, including religious movements and the greatest figures of this period. The students will gain knowledge in the field of the centuries-old experience of the Church and acquire the ability to use the available literature in his or her pastoral tasks.

SOURCES

The next component of the programme will be the presentation of the sustenance of spiritual life of a Christian: The Holy Bible as a spiritual text; prayer – through the study of its great masters; liturgy as an inalienable element of spiritual life. Topics related to internal dynamics, the development of spiritual life and threats to the health of a Christian’s soul cannot be overlooked as well. Spiritual reading of the Holy Bible requires, at least a brief introduction to the methods of work and the results of modern Bible study. Of course, a Christian lives in the Church, this belonging to the Church has, above all, a spiritual dimension, so this topic will also be taken up during the studies. Mysticism is also a special manifestation of the spiritual life, therefore Christian mysticism will be presented: its theological foundations, types, and the greatest mystics. Great masters are guides in the spiritual life. Introduction to reading of the greatest works of spiritual literature will therefore be one of the main elements of the lecture. The listener will acquire the ability to use the sources of Revelation and the ways of showing this heritage to others.

APPLICATION

Finally, the studies take up the issues of practical application: questions about the spiritual dimension of life in various situations in which we have been or will be confronted: in a family, in a community or in a lonely life; at work, in a pluralistic and religiously indifferent society, in public life, in health and illness, in the face of death. The dimension of spiritual discernment is important as well; this is one of the important aspects of Christian traditions. The studies will discuss, theoretically and practically, issues in the field of spiritual discernment. Thanks to the classes, the student will learn how to accompany people in their life situations, show them support and motivate them to live a mature life.

LECTURERS

The lecturers are employees of the Faculty of Theology of the University of Silesia in Katowice, as well as specialists in psychology, spiritual and pastoral work undertaken by lay people. Thanks to this, it is possible to familiarise oneself with different views on Christian spirituality, especially the Catholic one.

Among the lecturers there are: Rev. Przemysław Sawa, PhD, Marek Wójtowicz, PhD, DLitt, Anna Maliszewska, PhD, Karolina Dobies, PhD, Rev. Prof. Jerzy Szymik, Rev. Jacek Kempa, PhD, DSc, Rev. Prof. A. Malina, Rev. Prof. Jan Słomka, Rev. Ireneusz Celary, PhD, DSc, Assoc. Prof., Rev. Antoni Bartoszek, PhD, DSc, Assoc. Prof., Aleksander Bańka, PhD, DLitt, Monika Kudziełka-Lwowska, PhD, bishop Adam Wodarczyk, PhD, Mariola Kozubek, PhD, Rev. Arkadiusz Wuwer, PhD, DSc.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 2

Organisation of classes:
The classes take place on Fridays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., once a month.

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must pass all the exams with positive grades and submit all written assignments. The final grade for the studies is an average of all grades.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
The studies are addressed to clergy and lay persons as well as friars who want to deepen their knowledge of Christian spirituality. The students will gain skills in conducting various spiritual meetings as well as spiritual support for people in specific life situations.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to:
– interview on the motivation of the choice of studies
– submitting a complete set of documents to the dean’s office.

Planned date of beginning of classes: October 2021

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Rev. Przemysław Sawa, PhD
e-mail: przemyslaw.sawa@us.edu.pl

Secretary Office
Ludmiła Lach-Bartlik
e-mail: ludmila.lach-bartlik@us.edu.pl
Tel. 32 35690 56 internal number 135

Faculty of Theology
40-043 Katowice
ul. Jordana 18

Faculty of Theology

SOON:

Postgraduate Qualification Studies

Pre-School Catechesis

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The goal of the studies is to prepare for the effective conduct of educational classes in the field of teaching religion in pre-schools.

DESCRIPTION

The studies are an interesting offer for teachers who wish to expand their qualifications with the qualifications to teach religion as part of their own professional development while working in a pre-school. The studies are also an interesting offer for people interested in theology who, due to their personal circumstances, cannot take up five-year Master’s degree studies.

GRADUATE PROFILE

After completing the studies:

you will be prepared to effectively conduct religion classes in pre-schools.
you will know how to raise cognitive interest and support the intellectual and spiritual development of pre-school children by a skilful selection of teaching techniques, teaching aids and methods of improving children’s engagement.
you will be prepared to cooperate with children and educators, children’s families and social environment outside the pre-school in the implementation of educational tasks in the field of catechesis.
you will be prepared to manage your own professional and personal development as well as the improvement of your professional competencies.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum includes, among others, classes in dogmatic theology, fundamental catechetics, educational law, theology of spirituality, and didactics of pre-school catechesis.

LECTURERS

Classes are conducted by a highly qualified staff of specialists, scientists and practitioners engaged in theology.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 2
Number of hours: 180 hours

Organisation of classes:
Classes take place on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., 8 sessions per semester.

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must obtain credits in each module as well as pass the exams with positive grades.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
The studies are addressed to people with pedagogical and teaching qualifications to work in pre-school education institutions, as well as graduates of studies in the field of pre-school or early school education.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order and the result of the admission procedure.

Planned date of beginning of classes: October 2021

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Rev. Roman Buchta, PhD, DSc
Tel. 519 318 961
e-mail: roman.buchta@us.edu.pl

Secretary Office
Ludmiła Lach-Bartlik
e-mail: ludmila.lach-bartlik@us.edu.pl
Tel. 32 356 90 56 internal number 135

Faculty of Theology of the University of Silesia in Katowice
40-043 Katowice
ul. Jordana 18

Faculty of Humanities

Postgraduate Qualification Studies

History of Art

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The goal of the studies is to familiarise students with the history of art programme which enables the graduates to work at schools, museums, heritage monument protection offices, antique shops and private art galleries.

DESCRIPTION

The advantage of the programme is its interdisciplinary character and the balance between theoretical and practical classes. The studies combine elements of classical history of art, museology, conservation and heritology. The students have the opportunity to prepare an exhibition under the supervision of a specialist. The exhibition is presented at the end of the studies.

GRADUATE PROFILE

After completing the studies:

you will acquire knowledge in the field of history of art
you will acquire qualifications needed to work at schools, museums, heritage monument protection offices, antique shops and private art galleries.

CURRICULUM

In addition to the courses on the history of general and Polish art, the studies also offer classes in the field of regional arts, partly in the form of a historical tour, urban planning, artistic doctrines, protection of cultural heritage, aesthetics, basics of conservation, legal basics of the art market, museology, methodology of history of art. Classes on history of arts teaching methods and exhibition organisation are of a practical nature.

LECTURERS

The block of courses related to the functioning of museums and the art market is conducted by an outstanding museologist, Leszek Jodliński, MA, who served as the director of the two largest museums in the region – the Silesian Museum in Katowice and the Upper Silesian Museum in Bytom.
Classes in the field of the history of general and Polish art are conducted by a team of employees of the Institute of Arts Studies of the University of Silesia: Barbara Szczypka-Gwiazda, PhD, DLitt – the author of pioneering publications on the art of the interwar period, Marta Ostrowska-Bies, PhD, specialising in the phenomena of 19th and 20th century architecture, and Oskar Rojewski, PhD, focusing his research on medieval art.
The classes on regional art are conducted by Jerzy Gorzelik, PhD, who has been conducting research on the art of Upper Silesia for many years, especially in the context of religious and national disputes.
Aleksandra Gorzelik, MA, an experienced educator and employee of the Provincial Methodological Centre in Katowice, is responsible for conducting classes on the methods of teaching history of art.
Classes on heritage monument protection are conducted by Jacek Owczarek, PhD, who for many years served as a Provincial Monument Conservator, and subsequently, the Director of the Silesian Centre for Cultural Heritage in Katowice.
The team of lecturers with diverse competencies and extensive experience guarantees high quality of the teaching offer.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 3
Number of hours: 360

Organisation of classes:
The classes take place on Weekends (sessions on Saturdays and Sundays), 2 sessions a month.

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must obtain credits in all the courses implemented in accordance with the module plan.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
The studies are addressed to:

university graduates interested in working in museums, art galleries, local administration, customs services, press and television journalism
history of art teachers in primary schools and secondary schools
graduates of humanities who wish to broaden their knowledge of history of art, museology and the protection of cultural heritage properties
employees of museums, antique shops and art galleries who wish to improve their professional qualifications.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order and the result of the admission procedure (if it was conducted).

Planned date of beginning classes: February

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Jerzy Gorzelik, PhD
Tel. 607 44 09 18
e-mail: jerzy.gorzelik@us.edu.pl

Secretary Office
Marta Klimek
e-mail: marta.klimek@us.edu.pl

Faculty of Humanities
40-007 Katowice
ul. Bankowa 11
room no. 16
Tel. 32 3591165
Tel. 515 289 336

Faculty of Arts and Educational Science

Postgraduate Studies

Special Education in the field of Education and Rehabilitation of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (Oligophrenopedagogy) for Special Education Teachers

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The goal of the studies is to familiarise students with the basic theoretical and practical issues related to the education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities, in particular to equip them with knowledge about intellectual disability, the development and functioning of people with disabilities and their specific educational, emotional and social needs. An important aspect of the studies is also shaping the interpersonal skills of the pedagogue, and above all, acquainting him with the methodological workshop and equipping him with practical skills in designing and conducting classes with people with disabilities (with a particular emphasis on intellectual disabilities).

DESCRIPTION

The studies are addressed to special education teachers (of various majors) who want to obtain additional qualifications to work with a student with a disability within a major other than their current one – education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities (formerly oligophrenopedagogy).

The curriculum includes classes aimed at expanding knowledge about disability and shaping practical skills in designing and implementing didactic, educational, caregiving and therapeutic classes, as well as diagnosing the possibilities and needs of people with disabilities.

GRADUATE PROFILE

The graduate is equipped with reliable, in-depth interdisciplinary knowledge within groups of pedagogical and psychological modules. The graduate is qualified to work with students with intellectual disabilities in a special education school: departments for students with moderate and severe intellectual disability, severe intellectual disability (revalidation and educational classes), as well as revalidation classes in public, inclusive and special education schools; may act as a teacher co-organising the education process in inclusion departments; an educator and a guardian in other caregiving and therapeutic institutions.

The graduate of the specialisation has systematized and extended knowledge in the field of special education and its contemporary concepts, in particular the education and therapy of people with intellectual disabilities; theory of special education; social and professional functioning of people with disabilities in various stages of life, as well as economic and legal conditions of education and social rehabilitation; organisation of the education system and upbringing as well as social policy instruments for people with disabilities; human development in psychological and social terms; early intervention for child development; has systematic knowledge of working methods used in relation to intellectual disability and the possibility of their effective use, has in-depth knowledge of the methodology of working with people with mild, moderate, severe and profound intellectual disability.

The graduate knows and is able to use appropriate methods within special methodologies, adequately to the degree and type of disability as well as educational, rehabilitation, and therapeutic needs.

CURRICULUM

During the studies, classes in the field of oligophrenopedagogy are conducted, including: the basics of typhlo-pedagogy, medical aspects of education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities with elements of therapeutic pedagogy, alternative and supporting communication, early support for child’s development and, methodology of education and training of students with intellectual disabilities with moderate and severe intellectual disability.

LECTURERS

Classes are conducted by qualified staff of the University of Silesia with both qualifications and competencies in the field of deaf education, as well as teachers, therapists – practitioners, cooperating with the University of Silesia under contracts with external stakeholders.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 3
Number of hours: 540 hours (including internship)

Organisation of classes:
Classes take place on Friday (from 3 p.m.), on Saturday and Sunday – two sessions per month on the average. A small part of the practical classes takes place on Friday from 9 a.m.

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must defend the diploma thesis.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
The studies are addressed to special education teachers (with qualifications in special education) who want to obtain additional qualifications in the major of education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities.
The curriculum is focused on shaping competences to work with people with disabilities, with particular emphasis on the indicated group of people in special, inclusive and public schools, and on individual teaching, as well as in other institutions undertaking the care and therapy of people with intellectual disabilities.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order and the result of the admission procedure (if it was conducted).

Planned date of beginning of classes: October 2021

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Prof. Zenon Gajdzica
tel. 508 87 64 54
e-mail: zenon.gajdzica@us.edu.pl

Secretary Office
Aleksandra Kobielus
e-mail: aleksandra.kobielus@us.edu.pl

Faculty of Arts and Educational Science
43-400 Cieszyn
ul. Bielska 62
Tel. 33 8546371

Faculty of Arts and Educational Science

Postgraduate Studies:

Special Education in the field of Education and Rehabilitation of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (Oligophrenopedagogy) for Subject Teachers

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The goal of the studies is to familiarise students with the basic theoretical and practical issues related to the education and rehabilitation of students with intellectual disabilities, in particular to equip them with knowledge about intellectual disability, the development and functioning of people with disabilities and their specific educational, emotional and social needs. An important aspect of the studies is also shaping the interpersonal skills of the pedagogue, and above all, acquainting him with the methodological workshop and equipping him with practical skills in designing and conducting classes with people with disabilities (with particular emphasis on hearing impairment).

DESCRIPTION

The studies are addressed to teachers who wish to obtain qualifications to work with a student with intellectual disability within the framework of their eligibility to teach the subject. The studies provide qualifications in special education in the field of surdopedagogy in accordance with the Regulation of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of 25 July 2019 to all persons with pedagogical preparation to teach the subject.

The curriculum of postgraduate studies is focused on shaping competences to work with people with disabilities, with particular emphasis on people with intellectual disabilities in special, inclusive, public and individual institutions.

GRADUATE PROFILE

The graduate is qualified to work as a teacher for students with intellectual disabilities in special, inclusive, and public schools.

The graduate has systematised and expanded knowledge in the field of special education and its contemporary concepts, in particular the education of people with intellectual disabilities; theory of special education; social and professional functioning of people with disabilities at various stages of life, and their economic and legal basis; organisation of the education system and upbringing as well as social policy instruments for people with intellectual disabilities; human development in terms of psychology and neuropsychology; early support for the child’s development; has systematic knowledge of the methods of work used in relation to intellectual disability and the possibility of their effective use, has in-depth knowledge of the methodology of work with students with intellectual disabilities.

In terms of skills, the graduate is able to use interdisciplinary knowledge in order to conduct scientific research and independently solve theoretical and practical problems; create individual development programs and design diagnostic and didactic tools for work with children, adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities; design and conduct diagnosis and therapy of the discussed group of students. The graduate knows and is able to use appropriate methods within special methodologies, adequately to the degree and type of disability as well as educational, rehabilitation, and therapeutic needs.

In terms of social competencies, the graduate is sensitive to the problems of disabled and socially maladjusted people, their education, upbringing and social development, understands the role of art in educational, therapeutic and upbringing activities, the graduate is able to interact with other specialists and the family of a disabled person, can make decisions in accordance with ethical and professional standards

CURRICULUM

During the three-semester studies, students will learn the basics of surdopedagogy and typhlo-pedagogy as well as education of people with the autism spectrum. Students will learn the legal, medical and psychological aspects of education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities, as well as the methodology of teaching and upbringing. The program is complemented by classes in alternative and supportive communication, social and cultural aspects of intellectual disability, basics of speech therapy and an internship programme.

LECTURERS

Classes are conducted by qualified employees of the University of Silesia with both qualifications and competences in the field of education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities, as well as teachers, therapists – practitioners, cooperating with the University of Silesia under contracts with external stakeholders.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 3
Number of hours: 660 hours (including internship)

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must defend the diploma thesis.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
The studies are addressed to university graduates with eligibility to teach the subject or teaching eligibility to teach in early school education, and pre-school education.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order and the result of the admission procedure (if it was conducted).

Planned date of beginning classes: October 2021

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Prof. Zenon Gajdzica
tel. 508 87 64 54
e-mail: zenon.gajdzica@us.edu.pl

Secretary Office
Aleksandra Kobielus
e-mail: aleksandra.kobielus@us.edu.pl

Faculty of Arts and Educational Science
43-400 Cieszyn
ul. Bielska 62
Tel. 33 854 63 71

Faculty of Arts and Educational Science

Postgraduate Qualification Studies

Education and Rehabilitation of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The aim of the studies is to prepare students to conduct a functional diagnosis, support the education process and organise revalidation classes for people with autism spectrum disorders. One of the elements is learning to design and implement development programmes for people with autism spectrum disorders.

DESCRIPTION

The studies are a response to the need for teachers and therapists in the field of holistic support, functional and educational diagnosis of children with autism spectrum disorders and their families, in kindergartens, schools and institutions, but also in the home environment. The curriculum meets the requirements set out in the Regulation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education of 25th July, 2019 on the standard of education preparing for the teaching profession.

GRADUATE PROFILE

After completing the studies, the graduate is prepared to:

work in the process of multi-profile diagnosis of autism and pervasive development disorders
plan, conduct and assess the effects of classes for people with autism and overall development disorders in the institution and in the home environment
plan and conduct individual and group therapeutic classes with students with autism or pervasive development disorders at every stage of education and to monitor their achievements
cooperate with other specialists as part of diagnostic teams
organise professional support for people with autism or pervasive development disorders, as well as for their families
support a student with autism or with pervasive development disorders in a kindergarten or school setting.

CURRICULUM

During the three-semester studies, students complete courses that allow for theoretical and practical preparation for working with people with autism spectrum disorders, including classes in developmental and clinical psychology, methods of therapy for people with autism spectrum disorders, speech disorders therapy and methods of constructing individual development plans and therapeutic programmes. The curriculum also includes individual internships in specialist institutions.

LECTURERS

Among the lecturers there are teachers from the University of Silesia, practitioners from renowned educational, therapeutic and revalidation centres, including: Prof. Zenon Gajdzica, Iwona Wendreńska, PhD, Sylwia Wrona, PhD, Krzysztof Wierzbicki, MD, PhD, Tomasz Szurmik, PhD, Ilona Fajfer-Kruczek, PhD, Szymon Godawa, PhD.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 3
Number of hours: 630 (450 +180 internship)

Organisation of classes:
Classes take place once on weekends, every two weeks (possibly additionally on Friday from 3.30 p.m.)

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must defend the diploma thesis.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
Postgraduate studies are addressed to people who have completed 1st or 2nd cycle studies and/or long-cycle studies in the field of pedagogy or another field, which entitle them to work in educational, caregiving, therapeutic and other educational institutions.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order and the result of the admission procedure (if it was conducted).

Planned date of beginning of classes: October/February

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Szymon Godawa, PhD
e-mail: szymon.godawa@us.edu.pl
Tel. 533 995 111

Secretary Office
Aleksandra Kobielus
e-mail: aleksandra.kobielus@us.edu.pl

Faculty of Arts and Educational Science
43-400 Cieszyn
ul. Bielska 62
Tel. 33 854 63 71

Faculty of Social Sciences

SOON:

Postgraduate Qualification Studies

Education and Rehabilitation of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The aim of the studies is to equip the student with knowledge about the basics of education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities, and with the skills to carry out tasks in the field of education and upbringing of people with intellectual disabilities of a varying degree. The participants of the studies will obtain qualifications to conduct classes in special, inclusive and generally accessible institutions with children and youth with mild, moderate, severe and profound intellectual disabilities. Obtained qualifications and the curriculum meet the requirements set out in the Regulation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education of 25th July, 2019 on the standard of education preparing for the teaching profession.

DESCRIPTION

In recent years, due to the rising popularity of inclusive education, the demand for teachers who have the appropriate qualifications to conduct classes in the field of special education has increased. Meeting this demand, the University of Silesia gives university graduates with pedagogical preparation an opportunity to gain qualifications in this field. The curriculum includes lectures, practicals, field classes (internship with tutoring and holiday internship) allowing students to learn the legal, theoretical and methodological foundations of planning, conducting and evaluating classes with students with intellectual disabilities.

GRADUATE PROFILE

After graduation, the graduate has knowledge about the basics of education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities and the skills necessary to carry out tasks in the field of education and upbringing of people with intellectual disabilities of a varying degree. The participants of the studies will be qualified to work with a student with intellectual disability as part of their eligibility to teach the subject; to conduct classes in special, inclusive and generally accessible institutions with children and adolescents with mild, moderate, severe and profound intellectual disabilities.

CURRICULUM

LECTURERS

Classes are conducted by a highly qualified staff of specialists, scientists and practitioners:

Sabina Pawlik, PhD – head of postgraduate studies, Assistant Professor at the Institute of Pedagogy, special education teacher in the field of education and rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities
Bogumiła Bobik, PhD – Assistant Professor at the Institute of Pedagogy, certified teacher, school pedagogue in a complex of special education schools
Prof. Anna Nowak – Professor at the Institute of Pedagogy, lawyer, specialist in the field of Polish legislation for people with disabilities
Krzysztof Kotrys, MD, PhD – psychiatrist, Deputy Spokesman for Professional Liability of the Silesian Medical Chamber in Katowice since 2004.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 3
Number of hours: 630 hours (including internship)

Organisation of classes:
Classes take place on Saturdays and Sundays – two sessions per month on the average.

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must defend the diploma thesis.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
The target group are teachers of the subject or early childhood education who want to obtain qualifications in special education to conduct classes with children and youth with intellectual disabilities.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order and the result of the admission procedure (if it was conducted).

Planned date of beginning classes: October 2021

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Sabina Pawlik, PhD
e-mail: sabina.pawlik@us.edu.pl
Tel. 502 020 515

Secretary Office
Marek Kolbiarz
email: marek.kolbiarz@us.edu.pl
Tel. 359 97 35

Faculty of Social Sciences
40-126 Katowice
ul. Grażyńskiego 53
room no. 120

Faculty of Science and Technology

Postgraduate Qualification Studies

Computer Science in Postprimary Schools

GOAL OF THE STUDIES

The goal of the studies is to increase competences in the field of information technology, broadening and systematising theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of computer science.

DESCRIPTION

The studies prepare for the implementation and verification of IT system components in accordance with their specifications and allow you to acquire the ability to use IT tools in practise. The knowledge passed on during studies concerns, among others: structured programming methods, operating systems, computer networks, databases and web development techniques, IT techniques, text processing, the use of spreadsheets, the use of databases, the use of presentation graphics, preparation of e-learning materials and placing them on the appropriate platform, using services in IT networks, obtaining and processing information, and the ability to use information technology in a diversified way in pedagogical work.

GRADUATE PROFILE

After completing the studies, the student:

has the basic skills needed to implement and verify components of IT systems in accordance with their specifications
has the ability to use IT tools in practice
has a basic knowledge of structured programming methods, operating systems, computer networks, databases and web development techniques
is competent in the field of information technology, text processing, the use of spreadsheets, use of databases, use of presentation graphics, preparation of e-learning materials and placing them on an appropriate platform, using services in IT networks, obtaining and processing information, and the ability to use information technology in a diversified way in pedagogical work
is prepared to teach computer science in postprimary schools and to conduct interesting lessons tailored to the student’s individual needs, as well as to use IT tools during lessons.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum covers the scope of information technology, broadens and systematises the theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of computer science. The classes are mainly conducted using the e-learning method.

LECTURERS

Classes are conducted by a team of research and teaching staff from the Faculty of Science and Technology – outstanding experts in their respective fields. An additional advantage of the lecturers are their teaching qualifications and knowledge of work at school.
Classes are conducted mainly using the e-learning method and in cooperation with teachers from postprimary schools.

ORGANISATION

Duration:
Number of semesters: 3
Number of hours: 355 hours including 224 hours in the e-learning form

Organisation of classes:
Classes are conducted in the form of sessions at the Faculty of Science and Technology of the University of Silesia in Katowice and at schools.

Graduation criteria:
In order to complete postgraduate studies, a student must obtain credits from all of the courses and exams.

Graduation document:
Postgraduate diploma issued by the University of Silesia in Katowice.

ADMISSION PROCESS

Candidates
For an admission to studies may apply people who have a Master’s degree and the eligibility to teach a subject other than computer science in a postprimary school and the eligibility to teach computer science in a primary school, as well as students of 2nd cycle studies who are in the process of obtaining eligibility to teach the main subject other than computer science and who are eligible to teach computer science in primary school.
Admission process:
Apply online
Electronic admission process in Online Application System (IRK) on the dates specified in Online Application System (IRK). Choose and proceed according to the instructions.

Admission criteria:
Candidates are admitted to studies according to the registration order.

Planned date of beginning of classes: October/February

FEES

CONTACT

Head of Postgraduate Studies
Anna Szczerba-Zubek, PhD
e-mail: anna.szczerba-zubek@us.edu.pl

Secretary Office
Aleksandra Hankus
Tel. 32 359 22 76
e-mail: aleksandra.hankus@us.edu.pl

Faculty of Science and Technology
ul. Bankowa 14
room no. 533
Tel. 32 359 22 76