After Studies
Graduation Ceremony
FAQ
1. Is presence at the Graduation Ceremony obligatory?
- No. All graduating English Program students are welcome but not obliged to participate.
2. Where is the Ceremony held?
- Main Hall of Rectorate Building on Rybacka 1.
3. Will I receive a Diploma during the Ceremony?
- No. All participating students will be given graduation card, and if eligible, graduation certificates after the Ceremony. The Ceremony itself is a symbolic one, and does not necessarily mark completion of studies.
4. What is the size of graduation caps and gowns?
Gowns have universal size (small; medium; large). Caps can be individually adjusted; scalp size should be measured.
5. Is the Ceremony attanded by all tutors?
- No, however, Choir and all University authorities should be invitied (i.e.: Rector, Vice-Rectors, Deans, Vice-Deans, all Heads of Departments you had classes with during whole course of studies). Graduates are welcome to invite the teacher/s of their choice (the teacher/s may be your speaker too).
6. May I invite family and friends?
- Yes, however, please keep in mind that due to the limited number of seats, not all friends or family members will be seated. Graduates are advised to arrange the seating availability in such way, that the priority is given to elderly and children.
7. Where and when can I put on my cap and gown?
Caps and gowns should be dressed before the Ceremony. The gowns are normally stored in "Aquarium" room (in front of 109) and this is where they should be returned to after the Ceremony. Caps may be kept by the graduates.
8. How are the graduates seated during the Ceremony?
Dean's Office will arrange Ceremony rehearsal so that each group and student knows where to take the seat and how to behave during the particular stages of the Ceremony.
9. Where are the specials guests seated?
Special guests, VIPs, teacher/s and/or parents to deliver a speech are normally seated in front rows so that they have comfortable access to the stage and microphone.
Friends and other family members are seated at the back of the Hall and wherever there are seats vacant.
10. INFORMATIVE CLAUSE (RODO)
Diploma
A diploma is a certificate that signifies a certain level of education and practical experience.
MD or DMD diploma reflects the VII level of qualification – Master’s degree with a professional title of LEKARZ or LEKARZ DENTYSTA respectfully.
In order to receive your graduation certificate, and later on a Diploma, you are required to submit the following documents to the Dean’s Office:
- All examination cards fully signed.
- All practical training reports.
- Clearance slip signed and stamped by PMU Main Library (Dunikowskiego sttreet) -by the PMU Main Library after sending e-mail to wypbg@pum.edu.pl with request to confirm closing of the account (full name and album number are needed).
- Clearance slip from Bursar's Office (Rybacka street) -by the Bursar's Office only after all payments including diploma fee are made.
*Diploma set consists of 1 original in Polish, 1 copy in Polish, 1 copy in English, subsequent by the Supplement to each piece.
Diploma fee of 60,00 PLN* should be paid to following account:
account no. (IBAN): PL 06 1090 1492 0000 0001 0053 7752
Bank: Santander Bank Polska S.A.
SWIFT (BIC): WBKPPLPP
Transfer information should include full name of the person for whom the payment is made for.
An Alumni may order an extra copy of the Diploma (+20,00 PLN for one additional copy).
Supplement
Supplement is a part B of the diploma. It is a full description of the Alumni’s grades and achievements during the whole studies. The supplement contains the explanation of the degree, professional title and the university. Usually it is signed by the Dean of the Faculty. A supplement is not the same as transcript.
Collecting the Diploma
The Alumni collects their Diploma in person at the Dean's Office and confirms receiving it by signing the official document prepared by an Administrative Officer.
In case if the Alumni is not able to collect their Diploma in person, they may authorize another person by submitting a relevant document to our Dean's Office:
You may visit our Dean's Office to collect your Diploma within two years, before your documents are sent to the Archive. If you wish to collect it after the time passes, you should notify us at least two weeks prior: ep@pum.edu.pl | dent@pum.edu.pl
