Kashubian studies
Kashubian studies, a branch of Slavic studies, is a philological discipline researching the language, literature, culture, and history of the Kashubians.
The main centre for development of Kashubian studies is the University of Gdańsk, Poland - since 2014 Kashubian Ethno-Philology Studies at Gdańsk University. Since 2009, the Institute of Polish Language and Literature at the university has operated a teaching specialisation: teaching of Polish and Kashubian language and culture studies within its Polish studies program. It is in accordance with Article 8, paragraph 1 a, b, c, d, e of the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages, which is in force in Poland, and concerns the opportunity to learn regional languages at all levels, from preschool to university.
