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The University of Bamberg is both the newest and one of the oldest universities in . In the 17th and 18th centuries, Prince Bishop Mel- chior Otto Voit von Salzburg and Prince Bishop Friedrich Karl von Schönborn transformed the town’s former Jesuit College into a fully fledged university. In honor of these two support- ers, the university still bears their names. After a You can find us at: tumultuous period of secularization and closure Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg during the era of National Socialism, the univer- Welcome Center sity was re-opened in 1972. International Office Kapuzinerstraße 25 Over 12.000 students are currently enrolled, 96047 Bamberg taught by 146 professors. Germany The University of Bamberg is known for its fo- uni-bamberg.de/auslandsamt/welcome-center cus on the humanities and the social sciences, economics and business administration. The Your contact person: corresponding two faculties are the largest on campus. They are complemented by the Faculty Alexandra Wolf, M.A. Kapuzinerstraße 25, room 201 of Human Sciences and Education and the Fa- Phone: + 49 (0)951_ 863-1162 culty of Information Systems and Applied Com- Fax: + 49 (0)951_863-1054 puter Sciences. [email protected]

Welcome Center Advisory and support services for international guest scholars and PhD students Welcome to Bamberg Welcome Center Welcome Center Bamberg is a small yet lively university city. Its The Welcome Center is a service facility for all in- During your stay unique Old Town, which is more than 1000 years ternational PhD students and visiting scholars at old, was added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage the University of Bamberg. We offer extensive ad- The Welcome Center will provide you with Sites in 1993. vice as well as practical and personalized support in • a welcome package It is easy to feel at home in Bamberg. The city matters of preparing and realizing your stay. boasts outstanding architecture with a combina- • support with the registration with local authorities tion of medieval, baroque and modern styles. Many of By coordinating our services with your supervisor these historic buildings are used by the university and or host and with various university and non-univer- • access to the University’s IT and library its departments. Bamberg’s comfortable size creates sity institutions, we will make sure that you have an services a personal and hospitable atmosphere conducive to easy start and help you settle in smoothly. • information about German language courses socializing and networking. and intercultural courses The quality of life in Bamberg is exceptionally high. Some of our services require some advanced • networking opportunities and support with The city is home to numerous cultural institutions planning. Thus, we would encourage you to get in social integration such as the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra, the Inter- touch with us as soon as your stay in Bamberg has nationales Künstlerhaus Villa Concordia (Internation- been confirmed. • a first point of contact for all future questions al Artists’ House) and the E.T.A. Hoffmann Theater, and problems as well as annual cultural events such as the “Magical Weekend” street fair (Bamberg zaubert) and the Short At the end of your stay and after your Film Festival. Our services for international departure With regard to outdoor get-togethers, the city’s fa- PhD students and visiting scholars mous beer gardens, the university’s summer party or The Welcome Center will the annual fair in the old town are well worth a visit. include: For those interested in hiking and other outdoor • support you with deregistration with the local authorities and with other cancellations activities, the numerous nearby nature reserves Before your arrival (e.g. rental contract, insurance, bank account) such as the Franconian “Little Switzerland” and the Steigerwald and Hassberge Nature Parks offer count- Personalized support with regard to • invite you to join our alumni network less recreational possibilities. • visa and entry requirements

• financing your stay and research funding

• finding living accommodation

• health insurance and other insurance

• employment, taxes, social security, banking

• childcare and schooling

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