Welcome to the website of the Committee for the establishment of the Paweł Brzostowski University of Applied Sciences. We are a working group within the Austrian association Duckological Society. Participation in this working group is also expressly open to non-members. We have set ourselves the goal of founding an internationally oriented distance learning university from within the micronational community.

 

We have chosen Paweł Ksawery Brzostowski (1739-1827) as our namesake. This Polish-Lithuanian clergyman, polymath, writer, and large landowner transformed his estate into the Republic of Paulava in 1769. The autonomy of the small republic was recognized and respected by Poland-Lithuania. Nevertheless, it is classified today as an early micronation. The Republic of Paulava was a model state in which the ideals of the Enlightenment were implemented. This also included a humanistic education. The partition of Poland among the great powers of Russia, Austria, and Prussia, as well as the suppression of the Polish November Uprising in 1830, ultimately led to the destruction of this fascinating social experiment. However, the ideals of the Paulava Republic remain to this day a shining example of courage, humanity, and an encouragement to move forward with good ideas.

A university founded by a micronational community – isn't that "crazy"? Not at all. There are many excellent examples of successful university foundations by special communities. Consider, for example, the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). The world's best business school was founded in 1895 out of the Fabian Society to further the ideals of this reform socialist organization, which still exists today within the Labour Party.
Who would have thought it possible back then that a small reform socialist group, swimming against the mainstream and whose ideals were influenced by Thoreau and Tolstoy, among others, would found THE top business university? Unbelievable, but true!

 

Another example is the University of Witten/Herdecke: This German private university has an excellent reputation in medical education and was founded in 1982 by followers of anthroposophy, the spiritual-esoteric philosophy of Rudolf Steiner.

Also very remarkable is Sōka University in Tokyo, established in 1971. Sōka University is run by the Sōka Gakkai, a lay Nichiren Buddhist movement founded in 1930 by two elementary school teachers. The Sōka Gakkai's reformist educational approach ("value-creating education") is implemented at Sōka University. Today, Sōka University is one of the best universities in Japan.

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This list could go on, but the essence is clear: the establishment of a university by a community that differs from the mainstream is something that has been successfully tested. It is precisely through new approaches that particularly excellent academic achievements can often be achieved. The micronational community unites many brilliant minds around the world and is characterized by a spirit of innovation, daring, and creativity. Great things can be expected from a university founded by the micronational community. Join us! The Paweł Brzostowski University of Applied Sciences is committed to developing the individual potential of each person. Everyone is welcome and can contribute to the university's founding. Make history - become a free member of our working group!

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Rectorate:

 

• Arthur de Tourneau

       Rector

       Executive Management

 

• Tomas Čepaitis

        Vice-Rector

        Academic Research, Study and Teaching
 

• Max Haarich

​        Vice-Rector

        Infrastructure, Cooperation and Quality Management

 

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Academic Board:

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• Zar Antonov, Senator

       Chairman 

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• Piercarlo Bórmida, Senator
  Deputy Chairman 

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Elected Student Representatives:

• Anton Kreuzer
  Wellbeing Management
   

Representatives from the heads of the degree programs:
yet to be elected

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Representatives from the teaching and research staff:

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• Franz Nahrada
  Center for Experimental Social Transformation (ZEST)

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• Alexandra Rotmann
  Music, Design, Art and Directing

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• Edward Thrupney
  Anthropology​​

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• George Bragg
  Cybersecurity and information technology​

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University Council:

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• Consul Spiekermann​
  Chairman of the University Council

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• Dylan Callahan
  Deputy Chairman of the University Council

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• Carly Jackson
  Member of the University Council

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• Anastasia Panopoulou
  Member of the University Council

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• Gerhát Márton, Senator
  Member of the University Council
   

• Gerhát Mihály, Senator
  Member of the University Council

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• Andrée Michaelis
  Member of the University Council

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Study Offer

(Under Construction!!!)

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Bachelor's Programs:

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Change Management
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

This program provides students with the knowledge and skills to identify and analyze social, technological, and economic developments and trends, and to anticipate future developments.
Possible career opportunities after successfully completing the bachelor's degree include investment banking, management positions, consulting, the advertising industry, journalism, and work in NGOs. The Paweł Brzostowski University of Applied Sciences also offers a consecutive Master of Arts (M.A.) program in Change Management.

 

Degree:                                           Bachelor of Arts

Standard period of study:      6 semesters

Start of studies:                          Anytime

Mode of study:                            Online

Admission requirements:      Matura / Abitur / Baccalauréat, university of applied sciences entrance qualification 

Admission procedure:             Advising and interview

Internship:                                   As part of the bachelor's thesis, at least 10 weeks

Languages:                                   German and English

 

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Wellbeing Management

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

This degree programme provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to plan and implement measures for general wellbeing, prevention and occupational health management. Possible career fields after successfully completing the bachelor's degree include occupational health management, occupational safety, coaching, and the relatively new profession of feel-good manager. In addition, Paweł Brzostowski University of Applied Sciences also offers a consecutive Master of Arts (M.A.) programme in Wellbeing Management.

 

Degree:                                           Bachelor of Arts

Standard period of study:      6 semesters

Start of studies:                          Anytime

Mode of study:                            Online

Admission requirements:      Matura / Abitur / Baccalauréat, university of applied sciences entrance qualification 

Admission procedure:             Advising and interview

Internship:                                   As part of the bachelor's thesis, at least 10 weeks

Languages:                                   German and English

Master's programme:

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Change Management

Master of Arts (M.A.)

This consecutive degree programme builds on the content of the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Change Management. Students gain further specialist knowledge and additional skills for management positions.

Possible career opportunities after successfully completing the master's degree include senior management positions in investment banking, consulting, the advertising industry, journalism and NGOs. A doctoral programme is also an option. Although Paweł Brzostowski University of Applied Sciences does not yet offer this, it is aiming to do so in the long term.

 

Degree:                                          Master of Arts

Standard period of study:     4 semesters

Start date:                                    Anytime

Mode of study:                           Online

Admission requirements:     Bachelor's degree

Admission procedure:            Advising and interview

Internship:                                  As part of the master's thesis, at least 10 weeks

Languages:                                  German and English

 

Wellbeing Management
Master of Arts (M.A.)

This consecutive degree program builds on the content of the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Wellbeing Management. Students gain further specialist knowledge and additional leadership skills.
Possible career paths after successfully completing the master's degree include senior management positions, including in corporate health management, occupational safety, coaching, and the relatively new profession of feel-good manager. Doctoral studies are also an option. While Paweł Brzostowski University of Applied Sciences is not yet able to offer this, it aims to do so in the long term.

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Degree:                                          Master of Arts

Standard period of study:     4 semesters

Start date:                                    Anytime

Mode of study:                           Online

Admission requirements:     Bachelor's degree

Admission procedure:            Advising and interview

Internship:                                  As part of the master's thesis, at least 10 weeks

Languages:                                  German and English

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Further Education:

 

Compact Course for Taxi Drivers

Academic Certificate

This advanced training course provides participants with the knowledge and skills they need to offer their passengers a positive, pleasant driving experience, potentially increasing customer satisfaction and loyalty. This advanced training course therefore makes a valuable contribution to improving the integrity, professionalism, and quality of the taxi industry. The advanced training course is primarily aimed at taxi drivers, but is open to anyone interested. Following the final exam, the course concludes with a certificate that guarantees quality and can be used as a complementary qualification for future careers.

 

Degree:                                            Certificate
Standard period of study:       Open
Start date:                                      Anytime
Mode of study:                             Online
Admission requirements:       None
Admission procedure:              Registration
Internship:                                    None
Languages:                                    German

 

Contact: university-committee@duckionary.com