Studying the German way? – An introduction to German academic culture

With this workshop we want to give international students the opportunity to learn about German academic culture.

We will answer questions such as

• How do we teach at universities in Germany?
• What is expected of students?
• What does learning and studying mean in Germany?
• How will my own cultural background influence my experience?

This will help you get acquainted with customs and practices within the German academic world so you can understand your role in it.

Topics which will be covered throughout the workshop:

• culture shock, stereotypes, intercultural encounters and intercultural competence
• difference between university and university of applied sciences
• academic intercultural misunderstandings (campus life, intercultural communication issues, studying standards, students' role in Germany)

Your new knowledge will be then be applied and tested in different role plays so that you will go home with confidence!

The workshop will be held by ESE "Ethnologie in Schule und Erwachsenenbildung e.V."

International students of FH Münster in all semesters and all degree programs.

The language of the workshop will be English.