UNIVERSITY OF PASSAU Passau Germany V10/10/17 15:30 Exchanges Portfolio
KEY FACTS Subject Area Business & Languages Language English module selection is limited therefore it is recommended for students to have some previous German language knowledge of level A2. German Language Courses (free of charge) for all levels are available during and before the semester. Academic Calendar Semester 1 Semester 2 Mid-September to March Mid-April to Late July Module Catalogue Have a look through the module catalogue for modules available to exchange students. Fiancial Support As a UK Erasmus student, you are entitled to receive an Erasmus Grant for your time away at a a participating Erasmus institution.
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PASSAU, GERMANY Widely considered one of the most beautiful cities in Germany, Passau is situated in the southern foothills of the Bavarian Forest at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz. Having been razed to the ground in the great fire of 1662, Passau was rebuilt according to designs by Italian architects, bringing about a Mediterranean baroque flair. It is in part for this reason that Passau is also known as the Venice of Bavaria. Sitting atop a small hill in the Old Town sits St. Stephan s Cathedral, the largest baroque cathedral north of the Alps. Its pipe organ is the world s largest of its kind in a cathedral. The Old Town is characterised by spacious squares, romantic promenades, narrow winding alleys adorned with small cafés, bars and beer gardens. Passau is home to a number of cultural institutions, such as the theatre (Landestheater Niederbayern) and the ScharfrichterHaus a restaurant and political cabaret stage where many of Germany s most popular comedians started their careers. Many cultural events are put on throughout the year, such as the Europäische Wochen Passau and the Eulenspiegel comedy festival on the tip of the peninsula between the rivers Danube and Inn. Naturally, Passau also has various movie theatres, including a 3D multiplex cinema. 4 MORE INFO tourism.passau.de study-in.de uni-passau.de Population 50,700 Currency Euro Time difference GMT+1
UNIVERSITY OF PASSAU Universität Passau Since opening its doors to the public in 1978, the University of Passau has quickly developed into a first address in German academia. The University regularly attains top positions in academic rankings, e.g. in Law, Business and Economics, Computer Science, Communication Studies, Political Science and Cultural Studies. Some 12,000 students and doctoral researchers from more than 80 countries are enrolled at the University of Passau. In addition to studying in small learning groups, students benefit from the manageable size of the University campus, resulting in short distances and an excellent student experience. Our Centre for Key Skills gives staff and students the opportunity to develop those all-important transferable skills, such as leadership and communication, which are in great demand by employers. Representative surveys regularly attest to the high level of student satisfaction at the University. The University s modern campus is located in the southeastern part of Bavaria Germany s high-technology state in verdant surroundings, a few minutes walk from the historic Old Town of Passau. Passau has a very low crime rate and offers an excellent standard of living in a politically stable and economically robust environment, while being close to the major metropolitan centres of Prague, Munich and Vienna. 5 uni-passau.de Guide for International Students University Videos
Erasmus code D PASSAU01 No of students 12,000 Style of study Most modules are delivered through lectures and tutorials or seminars. They are usually designed to take up two contact hours (45 min) per week each. Exchange students can attend any lectures they wish, regardless of their own chosen subject. Grade system A 1 to 5 scale is used, where 4 is the minimum pass rate. German grade International/ECTS Grade 1.0-1.3 (Sehr gut) A (Excellent) 1.7-2.3 (Gut) B (Very Good) 2.7-3.3 (Befriedigend) C (Good)/D (Satisfactory) 3.7-4.0 (Ausreichend) E (Sufficient) 4.3-5.0 (Nicht bestanden) F/FX (Fail) Application Times Please note that you have to apply to the exchange programme in your current year by 20 December. Applications for the host university must be submitted between April and May or September and October (depending on the Trimester), in the year following your initial application. Going abroad in Trimester 1 Going abroad in Trimester 2 Initial Application Form Host University s Form Initial Application Form Host University s Form 20 December (current year) April May (following year) 20 December (current year) September October (following year) 6
ACCOMODATION & LIVING Living Costs You should budget a minimum of 660 per month for accommodation, food, transport and other activities. The actual costs will vary depending on your lifestyle. Rent 220-400/per month Food 150-250/per month Learning resources 50-100 Student contribution* approx. 70/per semester *Semester contribution goes to the student services association, which runs the refectory, cafeterias and halls of residence, among other things and includes the fees for a semester bus pass. More on Cost of Living in Germany Numbeo.com For all students the Student Services Association Bavaria & Upper Palatinate is the main contact point concerning accommodation. It runs the four University halls of residence in Passau. Rooms there cost 220 to 400 per month and are fully furnished, with kitchen and bathroom facilities. Wi-Fi Internet access is also included. Even if you do not know yet if you will receive an offer from the University of Passau for the programme of studies you applied for, you can and should apply for a room as housing is not guaranteed. Transport As an enrolled doctoral student your CampusCard functions as your bus pass. The fee for semester bus pass is payable at matriculation and re-registration and is included in the student contribution. The integrated bus pass is valid for nearly all bus services operated by Verkehrsbetriebsgesellschaft Passau (VBP), a subsidiary of Stadtwerke Passau (SWP), within the city limits of Passau. The bus pass is not valid on RBO (aka VLP) services which primarily serve destinations outside the city limits (Landkreis Passau). 7
CONTACT FOR INCOMING STUDENTS If you re interested in the programme or you have any queries, please contact the Edinburgh Napier University s Global Mobility team first: studyabroad@napier.ac.uk 0131 455 4574 or 0131 455 3412 napier.ac.uk/exchanges UNIVERSITY OF PASSAU International Office University of Passau International Office Administration building, 1st floor Innstrasse 41 94032 Passau FAX international@uni-passau.de +49 851 509 1162 +49 851 509 1164 8
STUD ENT EXPERIENCES Timetable is completely your own as you are allowed to sign up to as many classes as you wish. Student Feedback Photos from students 9
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