In the StartBook, we gathered the most important information and addresses relevant to new students of SGGW. 

Virtual Dean’s office – eHMS

SGGW has a Virtual Dean’s office (eHMS) that allows students to access their data 24h a day. Each faculty also has on-site Dean’s offices whe–re you can get information on important matters, such as class schedules and semester grading rules.

eHMS-Student – updated guide

Microsoft 365 allows you to access your SGGW mailbox, use many Office apps and cloud services.

To activate your account and set your password read carefully and follow instruction:

• For students
• For PhD students
• For employees

Important note for new users of Microsoft 365 services:

To access your account, you must first reset your password. Details on password reset can be found in the above instructions.

Your login details – email address and your password are necessary to access:

1. University mailbox via a web browser: https://poczta.sggw.edu.pl
2. Ms Office 365 platform via: https://o365.sggw.edu.pl/
3. Eduroam WiFi – educational roaming wireless computer network available in many buildings on SGGW campus.

SGGW Campus map

To receive a Student ID, log in to the online dean’s office (ehms.sggw.edu.pl) and pay a fee. If you are a full degree student your photo will be transferred automatically from the recruitment system, if you are a short-term exchange student eHMS system will ask you to upload your phone. Dean’s office or International Relations Office will contact you when your ID is ready. Regularly it takes about 2 weeks.   Your Electronic Student ID also functions as a library card of the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, and an access card to computer rooms, and a Warsaw City Card (Warszawska Karta Miejska).

First-Time eHMS Login Instructions (STUDENT ID)

Please note: Student ID card must be returned to International Relations Office before leaving Warsaw. 

The Structure of the academic year 2022-2023

Students & Employees

SGGW provides students and employees with access to the EDUROAM (Education Roaming) wireless computer network. The network is available in most buildings on the campus.

NETWORK NAME: eduroam

LOGIN: e-mail address

students – individual student book number (numer albumu) preceded by the letter “s”, e.g. s12345@sggw.edu.pl,

employees – individual employee number (numer pracownika) proceded by the letter “p”, e.g. p123456@sggw.edu.pl       

PASSWORD: same as for student / employee email account.

Guests

SGGW guests can use the guest network.

NETWORK NAME: SGGW.GUEST

PASSWORD: sggw!2022!wifi

There is a medical clinic on the campus, which looks after students, employees of the Warsaw University of Life Sciences and all other  patients. In addition to the Basic Health Care service for adults, under the contract with the Polish National Health Fund (NFZ), it also provides specialist care services as part of private services.

Difficult behaviors and emotions – what to do and how to deal with them.

SGGW offers consultations with the psychologist to any foreign student in need. The consultations take place in SGGW Student Health Centre. To book an appointment, please contact the Health Centre directly https://www.sggw.edu.pl/en/home/collaboration-and-services/service/sggw-student-health-centre/

(please be noted that the staff of the health centre speaks English).

Students who wish to pursue their passions and broaden their knowledge, and at the same time further the development of the University and the social environment are invited to join the work of the student academic clubs. There are 47 scientific student groups at SGGW, bringing together the most active students from various fields of study. Using the skills and knowledge gained during their studies as well as their innate ingenuity and creativity, the members organise activities that serve both their individual development and their environment. Academic groups organise projects and publications, as well as seminars and conferences, which offer the opportunity to deepen knowledge, be inspired for further activities, and meet interesting people.

Student academic organisations

Our university encourages physical activity, offering its students a wide range of sports and recreational games.

Sport Center offers modern and well-equipped sports facilities such as:

• SWIMMING POOL 

– Sport pool 

– Recreational pool 

– Aqua aerobics 

– Swimming lessons  

• GYM 

The gym located in our facility is the perfect complement to the fitness offer. Individual training allows you to optimally combine classes at the gym with other forms of exercise, regardless of their nature and intensity. A wide range of training, friendly service, and a homely atmosphere make the training becomes a pleasant activity. In the gym is about 30 stations to perform a variety of exercises. Among the equipment available there is something for everyone – we have equipment suitable for both women and men. Classes are held in an air-conditioned room under the supervision of a qualified instructor. Every time you can use the lockers, changing room, and a full bathroom. 

• SPORT ROOMS 

We have gyms for team sports in which you can play in the following disciplines: 

– football and handball in the hall (No.5) with dimensions of 35.5 / 16m 

– volleyball and basketball in the hall (nr.31) with dimensions of 24.5 / 11.5m and the hall (No.35) with dimensions of 24.5 / 15.4m 

• TENNIS COURTS 

We have three indoor and one outdoor tennis court. Indoor courts have a surface of plastics based on polymers – Pulastic, while outside is a concrete court. Courts are heated by gas radiators system, so you can use them throughout the year. 

• SAUNA, SOLARIUM, AND MASSAGE 

The sauna is a reliable method to improve your mood.  Staying in the sauna offers to all a relaxing time. We provide two Finnish saunas (dry), made from the original alder and pine trees. A thermal bath stimulates the metabolism, cleanses the skin, relaxes, and refreshes the body.  You can use the sauna with a swimming pool together.  Massage is one of the oldest medical arts. Massage works on the entire body, causing relaxation and reducing mental stress, which has recently become very common. We offer a wide range of massages. 

SPORT CENTER PRICELIST 

• FREE CLASSES 

Apart from paid classes, you can join FREE fitness classes, Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:30 pm, room 35, 10 Ciszewskiego street (Warsaw University of Life Sciences Sport Center). For more info please check: https://www.facebook.com/FitSGGW/  

University Sports Association (AZS SGGW) 

Students who are especially good at sports can join the University Sports Association (AZS), and follow their chosen sport in one of its sections. Participation is free of charge but you need to fulfill the AZS criteria. For more info please contact our sports club directly via email (sggw.warszawa@azs.pl), FB page (https://www.facebook.com/azssggw), or Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/azssggw/). 

A foreigner may open an account in any bank of their choice. To do this, you should visit the bank’s branch office with the required documents. Depending on the bank, these may include your passport or ID document, as well as a residence card stating the purpose and duration of your stay in Poland. The bank may also ask for your PESEL number – to obtain it, you should visit your local municipal office. Before visiting the bank, you should call the hotline and find out about the required procedures and documents.

• PKO BP
• Alior Bank
• mBank
• Millenium
• ING
• BGŻ BNP Paribas
• Credit Agricole
• Santander Bank Polska

A foreigner can obtain a Polish phone number in one of the following ways:

1. Use a pre-paid phone card
2. Sign a contract with a telecoms operator for a selected monthly plan.

To use the pre-paid card offer:

1. buy a phone and a starter pack (available from telecom operators’ stores or kiosks);
2. register the SIM card with the operator, providing your full name, PESEL number or (if you do not have one) your ID document number; non-EU individuals must provide a passport or residence card number;
3. top up your pre-paid card as required by the operator (e.g. every month or every three months – the frequency depends on the top-up amount) or when you use up the topped up funds.

To sign up for a monthly plan, you need to sign an agreement with the operator for at least 12 months. The foreigner is required to visit the operator’s branch office with all the required documents (usually including a passport, residence card, working permit, valid credit card, and a student ID, if applicable).

A foreigner with a temporary residence permit cannot sign an agreement for a period exceeding the validity period of the card.

A foreigner residing in Poland on the basis of a visa may only use pre-paid phone cards.

SGGW Open University invites to Polish language course for foreigners at A2+/B1 level, with the possibility of preparing for the B1 level certified exam

Course objectives:

• To develop communicative skills,
• To review known grammatical structures and learn new ones at B1 level,
• To correct errors,
• To prepare for the B1 level certified exam in Polish.

Course price: PLN 1,300.00 (+ optional exam of PLN 150.00)

Duration: 7.03.2023 – 27.06.2023

Days and hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 15:00 – 16:30

Form of course: In-class course

Topics: https://uo.sggw.pl/pl/oferta-kursow/1441-kurs-jezyka-polskiego-dla-obcokrajowcow-poziom-a2-b1-z-mozliwoscia-przygotowania-do-egzaminu-certyfikowanego-na-poziomie-b1/

Contact details: SGGW Open University – Uniwersytet Otwarty SGGW, SGGW Campus, building no. 10, room 3, tel. 22 59 310 65, e-mail: uobiuro@sggw.edu.pl

How to enroll:

1. Create an account: https://uo.sggw.pl/pl/zarejestruj-sie
2. After logging into the account – click on the orange button “Enroll in the course”

https://uo.sggw.pl/pl/oferta-kursow/1441-kurs-jezyka-polskiego-dla-obcokrajowcow-poziom-a2-b1-z-mozliwoscia-przygotowania-do-egzaminu-certyfikowanego-na-poziomie-b1/

3. Pay the fee to the bank account indicated in the email message

For those who are willing, the course ends with a test of knowledge in written and oral form.

Participation in the course and passing the exam does not entitle to study in the Polish language, but participants have the opportunity to prepare for such an exam.