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Varia students' integration party

19 Paź | 2022

At Varia, we have been teaching Polish as a foreign language for the past 19 years. Every year, right after all our semester courses commence, we organize our famous meet and greet party. We want to get to know you better, find out why you are learning Polish, :-) and toast to your successful Polish language education.

We want to get to know you better, learn about your motivations for learning Polish 😊 and toast to your success in your studies.

So there have already been many meetings, during which we have made a lot of acquaintances, and more friendships have been born. The circle of our varsity friends is constantly growing.

Over the past two decades, our social events have taken place in various cult Krakow pubs such as Piwnica pod baranami, Pauza in Garden, or the now defunct clubs of the Dolnych Młynów street complex. We remember each meeting very fondly, with great sentiment. Take a peek at our below and in our gallery. Maybe your friends are on them? Or maybe you are on them yourself?

This year we would like to invite you to the oldest student club in Cracow – Pod Jaszczurami club (Rynek Główny 8). Pod Jaszczurami serves tasty drinks, and we will prepare delicious snacks. We want to get to know you better and we want to introduce ourselves to you.

See you there!

Katarzyna Hoffmann

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Semester Polish Course Online

52 lessons - 2 x 90 min weekly
2 x90 min evening classes
All language levels A1 – C2

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Intensive 3-week Polish Language Course

58 lessons – 3 weeks
4 lessons daily
All language levels

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LANGUAGE LEVELS – WHAT DO THEY MEAN?

We offer classes at all levels: from Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C2).

Those participants who have studied Polish will write a placement test which is intended to asses their knowledge of the grammar and vocabulary of the Polish language. On the basis of the test results and after the conversation with the teacher, you will be placed in a group suitable for your language level.

A1 LEVEL Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce himself/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is willing to help. To reach this level you need to complete 80-120 lesson units.

A2 LEVEL Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to the areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in the areas of immediate need. To reach this level you need to complete 180-200 lesson units.

B1 LEVEL Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered at work, school or during his/her free time, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple coherent texts on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events as well as dreams, hopes and ambitions. Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. To reach this level you need to complete 350-400 lesson units.

B2 LEVEL Can understand the main ideas of a complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions related to his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects and explain his/her viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. To reach this level you need to complete 500-600 lesson units.

C1 LEVEL Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express himself/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed texts on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. To reach this level you need to complete 700-800 lesson units.

C2 LEVEL Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations. To reach this level you need to complete 1000-1200 lesson units.

Language levels – what do they mean?

We offer classes at all levels: from Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C2).

Those participants who have studied Polish will write a placement test which is intended to asses their knowledge of the grammar and vocabulary of the Polish language. On the basis of the test results and after the conversation with the teacher, you will be placed in a group suitable for your language level.

A1 LEVEL Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce himself/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is willing to help. To reach this level you need to complete 80-120 lesson units.

A2 LEVEL Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to the areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in the areas of immediate need. To reach this level you need to complete 180-200 lesson units.

B1 LEVEL Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered at work, school or during his/her free time, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple coherent texts on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events as well as dreams, hopes and ambitions. Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. To reach this level you need to complete 350-400 lesson units.

B2 LEVEL Can understand the main ideas of a complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions related to his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects and explain his/her viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. To reach this level you need to complete 500-600 lesson units.

C1 LEVEL Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express himself/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed texts on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. To reach this level you need to complete 700-800 lesson units.

C2 LEVEL Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations. To reach this level you need to complete 1000-1200 lesson units.

Varia Polish Language Center School By-laws

§ 1 Creation of the groups, fundamental rules

Enrollment in a course is constituted by filling out a registration form (online or at Varia’s office) and paying the required fee. The By-laws are an integral part of an agreement signed between the Student and Varia. Receipt of the course fee is equivalent to acceptance of the By-laws.
The prospective Varia students (with the exception of students starting their Polish education, students continuing their education at Varia, students who have earned a language certificate, or students holding an international language diploma) are required to take a placement test and/or participate in an interview with a Varia teacher.
A free placement test is provided for the Student’s convenience on Varia’s web page www.kurspolskiego.pl.
The instructional groups are created based on the Students’ language ability, age, and individual needs.
The course is designed for Students over 15 years of age.
Upon the class commencement, it is permissible for the Student to change course level (to a higher or a lower one) with Varia’s approval.
The number of Students in a group vary from 5 to 13.
If a particular class cannot be launched because of an insufficient number of participants, any fees paid by the Student in advance will be returned in full.
If, after commencement of a class, the number of participants decreases to fewer than five, the Students will be offered to join a different group, to participate in an abbreviated course, or to have the unused fees returned.
For Students joining the course after the commencement of the semester course, the course price is calculated individually.
The School reserves the right to change the Teacher during the course because of unforeseen circumstances.
Varia requires Students to be punctual, actively participate in class, and diligently prepare for future lessons. It is forbidden for the Student to be disruptive during a class, to use a mobile phone or any other equipment that interrupts the group, or to behave in a manner inconsistent with commonly accepted social norms, in particular concerning religious and national feelings.
Students are not reimbursed for their absences.
In case of a Teacher’s absence, technical issues, or other unforeseen circumstances, the School will provide a substitute or reschedule classes to a date convenient for all Participants.
Varia reserves the right to record lessons for educational purposes. The recordings will be used only for the School’s purposes without being shared or distributed to third parties.
In case of any suggestions or concerns, please contact your Teacher, the Office, or the Management.

§ 2 Certifications, tests, documents

To obtain a course certificate a Student has to participate in at least 60% of lessons during the semester course and receive a positive grade from the final exam (min. 60%).
A Student advances to the next level course upon passing the final test (at least 60%), attending at least 60% of lessons, completing assigned homework, and receiving a positive opinion from the Teacher about the Student’s work and his/her progress.
A student who did not participate in the final exam with his group is required to take the test at the earliest possible date.
At the Student’s request, Varia will provide a course registration confirmation, which can be presented to apply for a residence card or a visa.

§ 3 Payment for the course

Students are required to pay for the entire course in advance or in installments in accordance to the price list of the School.
The price of the course includes a 150 PLN administrative fee.
The Course price.
- 3.1 The price of the semester course (at Varia and online) includes:
  - Polish language lessons
  - Additional materials (except for a textbook and a workbook) used in class
  - Cultural program prepared for the semester course (such as lectures, themed workshops)
  - Placement test
  - Final exam
  - Certificate of attendance
- 3.2 The price of the 3-week intensive course includes:
  - - Polish language lessons
    - Teaching materials
    - Placement test
    - Final exam
    - Certificate of attendance
  On the first day of the course, the Students with previous Polish language experience take a placement test – oral and/or written – based on which they will be assigned to the appropriate group. All groups participate in 2 lessons on the first day (from 11:15am to 12:45pm).
3.3 The price of the intensive summer course includes:
- Polish language lessons
- 2 language and culture workshops
- Teaching materials
- Placement test
- Final exam
- Certificate of attendance

The course fee must be paid in full prior to the commencement of the course. There is an option to pay in two installments, which does not change the price of the course.
1. The first installment should be paid within 1 week upon receipt of registration confirmation. The balance must be paid at least one week prior to the start of the course.
2. In case of enrollment in a course less than one week prior to the start of such course, the full course fee must be paid at once.
Payments can be made either in cash, by card, or by bank transfer to the below listed account:

Bank account in PLN:
VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o.
ul. Michałowskiego 2/3
31-126 Kraków

Name of the bank: mBank S.A.

The account number/IBAN:PL 51 1140 2017 0000 4102 0546 3403
SWIFT/BIC: BREXPLPWMBK

Bank account in EURO:
VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o.
ul. Michałowskiego 2/3
31-126 Kraków

Name of the bank: mBank S.A.

The account number/IBAN:PL 70 1140 2017 0000 4012 0038 5708
SWIFT: BREXPLPWMBK

All bank fees are the responsibility of the Student.

§ 4 Cancellation

Cancellation rules:
1. If a cancellation is made more than two weeks prior to the beginning of the course, the School will refund a Student’s entire payment less the administrative fee (150 PLN).
2. If a cancellation is made less than two weeks before the beginning of the course, but prior to the commencement of the course, the Student who paid the full course fee is refunded the full amount less the first installment.
3. If a cancellation is made two days after the course begins, the fee will not be reimbursed.
4. A student who applied for a visa or a residence card and received the proper document from the School is not entitled to the reimbursement of the first installment of the fee regardless of the time of the cancellation.
If the student does not pay the second installment of the course fee within seven days after the due date, he/she loses the right to attend the classes until the bill is settled in accordance with the By-laws. A Student who does not pay the second installment of the course fee and stops attending classes continues to be obligated to fulfil the terms of his/her agreement.
The cancellation fee for participation in a group course may be waived when the Student submits a written request to the School’s office, along with a proof of extenuating circumstances, such as: chronic illness, serious family situation, random accidents. Decision to waive the cancellation fee is made solely by the Director of VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o. and will be provided within 7 days of receipt of the request.

§ 5 Warranty complaints

Every Student has a right to file a warranty complaint. The warranty claim can refer to the teaching methods and/or organizational issues.
A warranty claim can be submitted:
1. In writing at the office of Varia Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o. (ul. Michalowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków).
2. Via email to the address: info@kurspolskiego.pl
A properly submitted complaint should include:
1. The personal information of the Student (name, surname, address, email)
2. The description of the situation causing the complaint
3. The Student’s expectations regarding the resolution of the complaint
Complaints must be submitted within seven days of the occurrence of the event.
The School will review complaints within seven days of the date the complaint was received.
The Student will be informed of the complaint resolution via email.
The form of any individual compensation will be determined together with the Student.