Studying in Poland can be a bit of a surprise for international students, particularly those from the West. The degree structure and content are definite strengths. Compared to a British humanities or social science degree, expect double the weekly contact hours. Also, be aware that to achieve high grades, you may need to meet specific professor preferences, as opposed to following strict peer-reviewed assessment criteria. Teaching tends to be more traditional, with each professor’s personal values reflected in their grading and assessment style. However, this has its perks—professors are often open to building personal relationships with students outside of class, which can be advantageous given the sometimes subjective grading.