Painting at Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa (UJD) is a two-year Master's (second-cycle) programme with a general academic profile, taught in English at the Faculty of Art. It is for painters who want to develop independent artistic work and play an active part in the art market and in cultural projects.
The syllabus combines classic easel and architectural painting techniques and a broad knowledge of art history with new media, scenography, graphics, photography, intermedia and the basics of interior design. You study the theory and history of painting and learn to analyse and critically evaluate art, both historical and contemporary. The programme also covers industrial property protection, copyright law and intellectual property management. Students are encouraged to take part in artistic and academic activities outside the University – organising exhibitions and student conferences and joining student groups.
You choose one of two specialisations: easel painting, or painting in architecture and urbanism.
Students are encouraged to go on exchanges, e.g. within the Erasmus programme, with partners such as:
Graduates receive the professional title of magister sztuki (Master of Arts), with a specialisation in easel painting or in painting in architecture and urbanism.
The programme prepares you for independent creative work, for the art market and for roles such as an animator of cultural activities or a coordinator of art and culture projects. You learn to initiate solo and joint projects, manage teamwork, build contacts with cultural institutions and find partners and funding for your artistic work.
Graduates are also prepared to continue at doctoral level.
Did you know? Faculty members organise or co-organise international plein-airs, exhibitions, creative workshops, symposiums and conferences.
As of the 2026/27 admissions, based on the programme description at rekrutacja.ujd.edu.pl.
