Table of Contents Preparatory course 2 Jade Kolleg • Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth • Wilhelmshaven 2 1 Preparatory course Jade Kolleg Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth • Wilhelmshaven Overview Teaching language German Date(s) September 20, 2022 - August 31, 2023 (Registration deadline of course provider: August 15, 2022) More information on course The application is possible from 1 April to 15 August 2022. dates Admission capacity is limited. Therefore, an early application is recommended. Description/content During two semesters, the participants will be prepared for their degree programme linguistically and in terms of subject-related content. The course curriculum comprises approx. 24 teaching hours per week. The main focus lies on acquiring an officially recognised German language certificate that is accepted in order to enrol in the respective degree programme. In addition, core courses of the participating degree programmes are attended and reviewed in tutorials. Another focus lies on introducing participants to teaching and learning methods in higher education in Germany (e.g., preparing presentations using modern media, practising taking notes in lectures, analysing and producing academic texts, training to work independently in study groups, etc.). Moreover, the students are familiarised with the structures of the university (e.g. they will practise using the university's online portals). In cooperation with the employers and business association of the region, the participants will also be supported in their search for a placement in order to be able to complete their pre-study internships. Furthermore, intercultural training and support given through the buddy programme will help the students to settle in Germany and will facilitate their integration at the Jade University. Course Details Course components Subject-specific preparation General preparation for studies Preparation for academic working methods Intercultural training Orientation "Living in Germany" Language course 2 Excursions Further information on the Participants attend an intensive German language course that will prepare them for an officially language course / language recognised language exam. courses Recognised language exams Yes offered (e.g. DSH, TestDaF, TOEFL) Average number of hours 24 per week Do course participants have Yes student status? Does this course involve No taking the university entrance examination or does the course specifically prepare students for this examination? Preparation for degree Bachelor's degree programmes Master's degree Preparation for subject Engineering groups Further information on The study preparation programme offered by the Jade Kolleg is designed for international students subsequent admission to with an interest in engineering. It is for students who meet the German university entrance degree standards, but who do not yet have the necessary level of proficiency in the German language. programmes/guaranteed admission If a place at the Jade Kolleg is offered to an applicant and he or she accepts it, the applicant will be enrolled directly in the chosen degree programme. The enrolment is limited to two semesters, at first until the end of the study preparation course. After successful completion of the study preparation programme, the participant must submit an officially recognised German language proficiency certificate to the Enrolment Office by the enrolment deadline and re-register for the following semester. The limited enrolment is then revoked and the student continues to study in his or her degree programme as a regular student. Integrated internships Some of the participating degree programmes require a pre-study internship. Within the framework of the study preparation programme, the participants will be supported in their search for a placement in order to be able to complete their pre-study internships. Costs / Requirements / Registration Costs 2,800 EUR for the whole year (subject to change) This price includes Course fees for language course Course fees 3 Further information The costs include the student semester ticket, which entitles you to use public transport regarding the price and regional train connections in the state of Lower Saxony. Academic admission University entrance qualification (verification and application takes place through uni- requirements assist) B1 language certificate for German Interest in completing a degree in the field of engineering Language requirements Minimum completed B1 level Do applicants require a Yes higher education entrance qualification recognised in Germany? Do applicants have to have Yes already been admitted to a study programme at your university? Submit application to [email protected] Services Is accommodation The organiser helps participants look for accommodation. organised? Accommodation The housing market is rather diverse and inexpensive compared to most other regions of Germany. Whether you are looking for a cosy one-bedroom apartment, a shared flat, or a dorm in one of the student residencies, we are confident that Wilhelmshaven has just the right offer for you. Meals The university has a canteen and a cafeteria where breakfast, lunch and snacks can be purchased at reasonable and reduced prices for students. Is a social and leisure Yes programme offered? Description of social and During the preparatory year, various social activities are offered to help students network with each leisure programme other and get to know the university location and the region, e.g. city trips, mudflat hikes, international evenings, game nights, etc. Free internet access Yes Support in visa matters Yes Pick-up service from train No station/airport 4 Our Partners Stimmen von internationalen Studierenden an der Jade Hochschule International students speak about their experiences at the Jade University of Applied Sciences more: https://www.youtube.com/watch? v=mXLIpZjeDZI&t=22s Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth Students on the Wilhelmshaven campus © Jade Hochschule Profile of the Jade University of Applied Sciences Human values, future orientation, good research conditions and teaching quality form the cornerstones of the Jade University with its three locations Wilhelmshaven, Oldenburg and Elsfleth, in the north-west of Germany. Facts and Figures 5 Founding year: 2009 Total number of students: 7,000 Wilhelmshaven: 4,200 Oldenburg: 2,200 Elsfleth: 600 Courses: 37 Bachelor's and 15 Master's courses Number of staff: approx. 650, more than 200 of which are professors 90 partner universities abroad University location Wilhelmshaven is a small town (80,000 inhabitants) located on the German North Sea coast. The Wattenmeer, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies right on its doorstep. This unique land-seascape invites you to relax and enjoy your study breaks. Besides offering a good learning environment and the opportunity to quickly establish contacts on the campus, Wilhelmshaven is the perfect starting point for going to nearby towns like Oldenburg, the Hanseatic cities of Bremen and Hamburg, and larger metropolises such as Berlin and Amsterdam. Evening activities in Wilhelmshaven include visits to the UCI cinema, the State Theatre of Lower Saxony as well as an ocean-front theatre. Parties, concerts, and other cultural events are regularly staged at the Pumpwerk cultural centre or the Promenade. The General Students' Committee (AStA) organises semester parties on campus and at other locations in the surrounding area. Wilhelmshaven offers a number of different sporting activities such as water skiing, rowing and wind and kite surfing. Contact Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven/Oldenburg/Elsfleth International Office Nele Hellmold Friedrich-Paffrath-Str. 101 26389 Wilhelmshaven Tel. +49 44219852761 [email protected] Course website: https://www.jade-hs.de/en/international/jade-kolleg/ Dr Julia Blandfort Tel. +49 44177803114 Email https://www.facebook.com/groups/527338104061607 https://www.instagram.com/io_jadehs/ Last update 27.09.2021 23:59:37 6 International Programmes in Germany - Database www.daad.de/international-programmes www.daad.de/sommerkurse Editor DAAD - Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst e.V. 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