Last update: 2012-04-02 This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Catholic University Eichstätt - Ingolstadt ACADEMIC STUDIES AT THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF EICHSTÄTT ECTS - Guide for International Program Students (ERASMUS & others) Your study at the CU Dear Student, Studying in a foreign country can be very challenging – so many things are unfamiliar and new. In order to assist international program students (ERASMUS/LLP, students from partner universities worldwide, or students who are here on a scholarship (DAAD, KAAD, etc.), and those with a double major at Eichstätt-Ingolstadt), we offer you this brochure as an orientation to help and guide you in/around Eichstätt, Ingolstadt and Germany. This brochure contains answers to important questions such as: x Facts & figures about the Catholic University of Eichstätt - Ingolstadt, the German university system, and the city of Eichstätt itself x Check lists: What preparations do I need to make before coming to Germany? Who will assist me upon my arrival? x Practical information regarding student life in Eichstätt x The most important contact addresses In addition, the International Relations Office homepage is constantly being updated with current and important information. Be sure to check it out! We look forward to your application and the opportunity of meeting/getting to know you personally! Catholic University Eichstätt-Ingolstadt / International Relations Office http://www.ku.de/Internationales Studying at the Catholic University of Eichstätt TABLE OF CONTENTS The Catholic University WHAT TO EXPECT IN GERMANY of Eichstätt 1. Facts and Figures……………………………5 2. Academic Year and Addresses……………6 PLANNING AND PREPARING AHEAD WHAT DO I NEED TO DO BEFORE COMING TO GERMANY? 1. Application and Admission..……………...9 2. Tuition fees..……….………….......……......12 3. Visa...….……………………….…...………...13 4. Health Insurance…………………...……....14 5. Where to live?....……….…………………...16 6. Cost of Living…………..………..….…..…..18 7. Financial Resources…….………….……...19 <<< CHECKLISTS - page 20 >>> THE FIRST FEW DAYS AT THE CU 1. Arrival.………………………………..……....21 2. Tutoring Program.………..……….………..25 3. Orientation Week and German Crash Course...……………………………………...25 4. Other German Courses…………………....26 5. Formalities….………………………….…….28 6. Enrollment and Seminars…………………29 7. Students with Special Needs…………..…33 8. Practical Information……………………....33 <<< CHECKLISTS – page 34 >>> STUDYING AT STUDYING IN GERMANY THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF 1. German University System….…………....35 EICHSTÄTT 2. Faculties, Course of Study, and Language Center at the CU….…………………………36 3. Summer Courses..….………………………40 RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES 1. Sports, Music, and Leisure at the CU…...41 2. Spiritual Guidance & Counseling………..43 3. Eichstätt and Surroundings…..…………..45 MISCELLANEOUS 1. Cafeteria..………………….………………....46 2. Library….. …………………….……………..46 3. Computer Center.………..………………....49 BEFORE YOU LEAVE GERMANY BEFORE YOU LEAVE EICHSTÄTT 1. Departure.………………………………....50 2. Transfer of ECTS Credits..………….….51 <<<CHECKLISTS – page 52>>> INFORMATION APPENDIX 1. Campus Layout CU Eichstätt..…………..53 2. Addresses..…………………………...….….54 3. CU – Glossary.….…………………….…….56 FACTS & FIGURES: Your study at the CU – What to expect in Germany? WHAT TO EXPECT IN GERMANY? 1.THE CU – FACTS AND FIGURES Lectures and seminars are HISTORY not mass gatherings Eichstätt is home to the only Catholic university in the German- 2 Locations: speaking world. Although the University is still relatively young, it is Eichstätt (14.000 Residents), part of a long tradition that can be traced back to the founding of the Ingolstadt (122.000 university in the 16th century, specializing in the subjects of Residents) Philosophy and Theology. 4.400 Students In the spring of 1980, the CU was acknowledged by the State of 120 Professors and 220 Bavaria as a university, and established as a Catholic university in Colleagues accordance with canonical law by the Apostolic See. 8 Faculties It was renamed the "Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt", at the beginning of the winter semester 2001/2002. More than 200 Partner Universities Courses offered in German UNIQUE & UNRIVALED IN THE GERMAN SPEAKING WORLD and English The Catholic University of Eichstätt - Ingolstadt is a state-run university and at the same time affiliated with Catholic universities all over the world, making it unique and unrivaled in the German- speaking world. What does this mean? The CU has its own methods of conducting research in certain disciplines, adhering to the principles of academic freedom. Furthermore, "this knowledge is reflected against the background of a Christian world view and concept of mankind, devoted to a dialogue between science and religion/the Church and the world (Endowment Constitution: art. 3, sec. 4). Anchored in a Christian spirit, the CU aspires to the academic community. WHERE IS THE UNIVERSITY LOCATED? Ostenstr. 26, 85072 Eichstätt The Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt has campuses at two [email protected] locations: Eichstätt and Ingolstadt. Tel. +49-8421-93-1267 There are seven faculties and one main office in Eichstätt. The Auf der Schanz 49, faculty of Economics and Business Administration is located in 85049 Ingolstadt Ingolstadt, approx. 30 kilometers away. Eichstätt and Ingolstadt are [email protected] located in the heart of Bavaria, approx. 80 – 100 kilometers away Tel. +49-841-937-1915 from Munich (to the south) and Nuremberg (to the north). www.ku.de 5 Your study at the CU – What to expect in Germany? 2. IMPORTANT DATES AND ADDRESSES ACADEMIC YEAR – University Winter Semester: 1 October - 31 March Lectures: Middle of October - Middle of February Registration Deadline: End of September Holidays: Christmas (23 Dec. - 6 Jan.) Examination Dates: February or April1 Summer Semester: 1 April - 30 September Lectures: Beginning/ Middle of April - Middle of July Registration Deadline: End of March Holidays: Tuesday after Pentecost Examination Dates: July or September 1 Examination dates and times may vary for block seminars/lectures 6 Your study at the CU – What to expect in Germany? ACADEMIC YEAR – University of Applied Sciences Winter Semester:1 October - 14 March Lectures: Beginning of October – End of January/Beginning of February Registration Deadline: End of September Holidays: Christmas (23 Dec. - 6 Jan.) Examinations Dates: January Summer Semester: 15 March - 30 September Lectures: Middle of March – Middle of July Registration Deadline: End of February Holidays: Tuesday after Easter / Pentecost Examinations Dates: July For current updates during the semester go to the university homepage (http://www.ku.de/internationales/incoming_students/academic_calen dar/?L=1). IMPORTANT ADDRESSES International Relations Office Eichstätt Jessica Hofmacher Kapuzinerkloster Kapuzinergasse 2, Room 004 85072 Eichstätt Telephone: +49-8421-93-1267 Telefax: +49-8421-93-2267 E-Mail: [email protected] Internet: http://www.ku.de/internationales/incoming_st udents/?L=1 International Relations Office Ingolstadt 7 Your study at the CU – What to expect in Germany? Auf der Schanz 49 85049 Ingolstadt Telephone: +49-841-937-1915 E-Mail: [email protected] Internet: http://www.ku.de/wwf/einrichtungen/smo/inte rnational_office/ President - International Relations ECTS and ERASMUS/LLP- University Coordinator Dr. Wolfgang Ramsteck Kapuzinerkloster Kapuzinergasse 2, Room 003 85072 Eichstätt Telephone: +49-8421-93-1595 oder -1593 (Administration) Telefax: +49-8421-93-2593 E-Mail: [email protected] We, here at the CU, will be glad to answer any questions and are available to assist with problems. The AK International (Eichstätt) ([email protected])or Welcome Team (Ingolstadt) ([email protected]) will also be glad to help you. They are a group of students who look after and assist international students. 8 Your study at the CU – What to expect in Germany? PLANNING AHEAD – PREPARATIONS BEFORE COMING TO GERMANY 1. APPLICATION AND ADMISSION PROGRAM STUDENTS Program students are ERASMUS/LLP, students from partner universities worldwide, students on scholarships (DAAD, KAAD, etc.) and students with a double major Please register directly at the APPLICATION DEADLINES – International Relations Office in exchange students: Eichstätt, or in Ingolstadt for Economics & Business Administration! Winter Semester We will require the following from you: * By May 31 All necessary information and Summer Semester: documents can be obtained here: * By November 30 http://www.ku.de/internationales/incom ing_students/?L=1 Official enrollment takes place upon your arrival in Eichstätt/ Ingolstadt. For further information, see page 29/ Enrollment and Seminars. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT - DSH At the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, lectures are held in German and English. The following language requirements apply for program and international students: Program Students Program students (ERASMUS and others) are exempt from the DSH Exam2,but should have sufficient skills in German if they want to participate in courses held in German. Furthermore, the CU offers an Intensive German Course and other courses in German during the semester to help international students feel at ease and adjust to life in Germany. For further information see page 26 and the following page of the Language Center