About Project
The Doctoral Community Ambassador (DCA) is a programme of thePolish National Association of Doctoral Candidates (KRD), dedicated to active doctoral candidates interested in the internationalisation of higher education. Its aim is to establish a nationwide network of ambassadors who support international doctoral candidates and promote international cooperation within the academic community.
Programme Objectives
The Doctoral Community Ambassador programme was created in response to the need to strengthen the international competences of the doctoral community and to develop sustainable support mechanisms for international doctoral candidates pursuing their studies in Poland.
The main objectives of the programme are to:
- foster international cooperation within the doctoral community,
- support the integration of international doctoral candidates into the Polish academic environment,
- establish a network of Doctoral Community Ambassadors operating at universities and research institutes,
- disseminate knowledge about the Polish higher education system and opportunities for academic and professional development in Poland.
Programme Scope
Participants selected for the programme will complete a series of activities preparing them to become ambassadors of the doctoral community.
The programme includes:
- participation in five online training sessions,
- preparation and delivery of a webinar for international doctoral candidates,
- development of two infographics related to doctoral education and the internationalisation of higher education.
Recruitment
Become an Ambassador of the International Doctoral Community in Poland
Develop your international competences, gain experience in delivering webinars, create educational materials, and support doctoral candidates from around the world studying in Poland.
Who can become an Ambassador?
We invite doctoral candidates who:
- will maintain doctoral candidate status throughout the duration of the programme,
- are interested in international cooperation,
- would like to support international doctoral candidates studying in Poland,
- are willing to actively engage in programme activities.
We are looking for open-minded, communicative, and committed individuals who are eager to contribute to the internationalisation of the Polish doctoral community.
How to Become a Doctoral Community Ambassador – Step by Step
- Submit your application
Complete the application form available at: https://forms.gle/nTCxFSatpqrX2ay7A. The application form includes questions about your experience, organisational activities, and motivation for joining the programme.
Application deadline: 9 August.
- Participate in the recruitment process
Applications will be evaluated primarily based on:
- international experience,
- English language proficiency,
- experience in organisational or student representation activities,
- motivation to participate in the programme,
- willingness to actively contribute to DCA activities.
We also strive to ensure representation from a wide range of universities and research institutions across Poland.
- Receive the recruitment results
After the recruitment process has been completed, all applicants will receive the results by email using the address provided in the application form.
- Join the programme
Selected participants will:
- participate in five online training sessions,
- prepare and deliver a webinar in English,
- develop two infographics supporting the programme’s informational activities.
Ambassadors
The list of current DCA Ambassadors will be available soon.
Webinars
As part of the Doctoral Community Ambassador programme, a series of five webinars will be organised and delivered in English by the Doctoral Community Ambassadors. The webinars will be primarily addressed to international doctoral candidates studying in Poland and will take place between October and November 2026. Further information, including the webinar topics and schedule, will be published soon.
Expert Reports
As part of the Doctoral Community Ambassador programme, two recommendation reports will be prepared on the internationalisation of the doctoral community and support for international doctoral candidates in Poland. These reports will analyse current challenges and good practices while providing recommendations for fostering a more open, inclusive, and welcoming academic environment.
Infographics
As part of the Doctoral Community Ambassador programme, a series of infographics in English will be developed, primarily for international doctoral candidates beginning or continuing their doctoral education in Poland.
The aim of these infographics is to present, in a clear and accessible format, essential information about navigating the Polish academic environment, opportunities for academic development, and key aspects of the internationalisation of higher education. The materials will be prepared by the Doctoral Community Ambassadors.
As part of the Doctoral Community Ambassador programme, two recommendation reports will be prepared on the internationalisation of the doctoral community and support for international doctoral candidates in Poland. These reports will analyse current challenges and good practices while providing recommendations for fostering a more open, inclusive, and welcoming academic environment.