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Nicolaus Copernicus Enters University of Kraków

When
1491–1495
Where
University of Kraków
Episodes
2

In the winter semester of 1491–92, Nicolaus Copernicus matriculated at the University of Kraków alongside his brother Andrew. He studied in the Department of Arts until approximately 1495, acquiring foundational knowledge in mathematical astronomy and philosophy during the institution's academic peak.

Episodes

  1. Winter semester 1491–92 · University of KrakówMatriculation at University of Kraków

    Copernicus and his brother Andrew registered at the University of Kraków during the winter semester of 1491–92.

  2. Fall 1491 to Summer/Fall 1495 · University of KrakówStudies in Department of Arts

    Copernicus studied in the Department of Arts from fall 1491 until approximately 1495, focusing on mathematical astronomy and philosophy.

Background and detail

Matriculation Details. Copernicus enrolled at the University of Kraków in the winter semester of 1491–92. He registered under the name "Nicolaus Nicolai de Thuronia" and studied concurrently with his brother Andrew. This enrollment marked the beginning of his formal higher education in the Polish capital.

People involved

Sources

  1. Nicolaus Copernicus Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16
  2. Jagiellonian University Wikipedia

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