International Education Center (IEC) is a division of the Institute of Extended Education and Pre-University Training of the Ivan Franko National University of Lviv (IFNUL). We offer language instruction in the Ukrainian language in Lviv, Ukraine. We teach international students in the Ukrainian language and traditions as well as provide additional preparation for theizr future study programs in the universities of Ukraine. We have been teaching International Students since 1975. During this time approximately 4000 students from 70 countries have been taught at our School.
ADMISSION 2023-2024
Foreign citizens, who do not speak Ukrainian, shall be accepted to International Education Center at IFNUL for preparation for entering into higher educational establishments of Ukraine. IEC conducts studies and issues certificates for entering higher educational establishments of Ukraine in accordance with curricula approved by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine.
Ukrainian for Academic Purposes (UAP)
UAP-1 Program
A 10-month language and academic preparation course (UAP-1) for those who will subsequently pursue a university degree at an Ukrainian university (starts normally in September). The objective of the course is to develop the listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities of the international students by learning the Ukrainian in connection with other subjects. UAP-1 Program starts in September.
The deadline for submission of the documents on UAP-1 is July 31, 2023.
UAP-2 Program
A 6-months language course (UAP-2) (starts in February). The objective of the course is to develop the Ukrainian listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities of the international students.
The deadline for submission of the documents on UAP-2 is December 31, 2023.
HOW TO ENROLL
Your application should consist of the following documents:
● Copy of your Diploma and Transcript of Records (High School Diploma and Transcript of Records – for Bachelor’s students, Bachelor’s Diploma and Transcript of Records – for Master’s students, Master’s Diploma and Transcript of Records – for PhD students);
● Scan of passport.
Please send all documents (scanned versions in jpeg or pdf format) to: ufl.lnu@gmail.com
IEC will examine your documents and in case of positive decision, the university will issue Letter of Invitation to apply for a long term visa for study at IEC Programs. You will need to present this invitation to the Ukrainian Embassy/Consulate for your home country to obtain visa. Please contact Ukrainian Embassy/Consulate for your country and find out their requirements for student visa applicants.
Fees
Academic Year 2023/2024*
| Course | Duration | Tuition |
| UAP-1 Sep.1-June 30 |
10 months | 61650 UAH |
| UAP-2 Feb.1-July 30 |
6 months | 42 790 UAH (a.y. 2022-2023)
TBA in January 2024 (а.у. 2023-2024) |
*Exchange rate of the National Bank of Ukraine as of March 1, 2023: 1 USD = 36,57 UAH.
Additional fees
| Fee | Cost in UAH |
| Accommodation (student dormitory) | 800 per month |
| Registration (Imm.) | 1000 |
ONLINE STUDIES
Foreign citizens, who do not speak Ukrainian, shall be accepted to International Education Centre at IFNUL. The objective of the course is to develop the listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities of the foreigners through ONLINE learning. We offer the possibility of synchronous and asynchronous work with the teacher. Throughout the course, students have access to educational materials (textbooks) and additional video comments. Students who successfully complete the program and pass the exam receive a Certificate of IEC.
Ukrainian as a Foreign Language (UFL-1)
The UFL-1 program “Ukrainian as a foreign language” is intended for foreigners who want to start studying Ukrainian as a foreign language or improve their theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Total duration – 6 weeks (68 academic hours)
Ukrainian as a Foreign Language (UFL-2)
The UFL-2 program “Ukrainian as a foreign language” is intended for foreigners who want to start studying Ukrainian as a foreign language or improve their theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Total duration – 12 weeks (132 academic hours)
Ukrainian as a Foreign Language. Level B1. Preparation for admission (UFL-3)
UFL-3 program “Ukrainian as a foreign language. Level B1. Preparation for admission” is intended for remote preparation of foreigners for studying in the Ukrainian language in higher education institutions of Ukraine. The program consists of 5 courses: 3 general courses from Ukrainian as a foreign language and 2 specialized courses. UFL-3 Program starts in February.
Total duration – 21 weeks (570 academic hours)
Ukrainian as a Foreign Language (UFL-4)
UFL-4 program “Ukrainian as a foreign language. Level A1-A2” is intended for foreigners who want to start learning Ukrainian as a foreign language or improve their theoretical knowledge and practical skills. UFL-4 Program starts in September.
Total duration – 18 weeks (578 academic hours)
Fees
|
Program |
Duration |
Tuition |
|
| Academic Year
2022/2023 |
Academic Year 2023/2024 |
||
| UFL-1 | 6 weeks | 11 236 UAH | 11 236 UAH |
| UFL-2 | 12 weeks | 23 620 UAH | 23 620 UAH |
| UFL-3 | 21 weeks | 29 870 UAH | – |
| UFL-4 | 18 weeks | – | 29 870 UAH |
*Exchange rate of the National Bank of Ukraine as of March 1, 2023: 1 USD = 36,57 UAH.
HOW TO ENROLL
Your application should consist of the following documents:
- Application Form – UFL;
- Copy of your previous Diploma and Transcript of Records or documents from the place of current study;
- Scan of passport.
Please send all documents (scanned versions in jpeg or pdf format) to: ufl.lnu@gmail.com
You can find detailed information about the programs of International Education Center here:
https://ipodp.lnu.edu.ua/academics/international-education-center?lang=en
Contact Information
Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
International Education Center
Pasichna Str., 62b, L’viv, 79038, Ukraine
tel/fax: +38(032) 271-25-07
e-mail: ufl.lnu@gmail.com