ANNEX II

INSTITUTION NAME: NEW BULGARIAN UNIVERSITYADDRESS: 21, MONTEVIDEO STR.COUNTRY: BULGARIAEILC LANGUAGE BULGARIANLEVEL COURSES ORGANISED: LEVEL I (BEGINNER) ×

NUMBER OF COURSES: 2DATES: 02.09.2013 – 21.09.2013DATES: 27.01.2014 – 15.02.2014

LEVEL II (INTERMEDIATE) NUMBER OF COURSES: DATES:

WEB SITE HTTP://WWW.NBU.BG/ ENTRANCE.PHP?LANG=1

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL STUDENT EILC APPLICATION FOR OUR EILC SHOULD BE SENT BY E-MAIL TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: gkurteva @ nbu . bg ; erasmus.nbu@gmail.com; iilieva@nbu.bg

STAFF

JOB TITLE / NAME ADDRESS, TELEPHONE, FAX, E-MAIL

CONTACT PERSONFOR EILC

Galina KurtevaJOB TITLE

EILC Academic Coordinator

21, Montevideo Str.1618 Sofia, Bulgariatel. +35928110 441; +35928110 647fax: +35928110 687e-mail: gkurteva @ nbu . bg ; erasmus.nbu@gmail.com

RESPONSIBLE PERSON FOR THE PROGRAMME

MARIETA TZVETKOVAINSTITUTIONAL COORDINATOR

21, Montevideo Str.1618 Sofia, Bulgariatel. +35928110 220fax: +35928110 687e-mail: mcvetkova@nbu.bg

ERASMUS INTENSIVE LANGUAGE COURSES2013-14

- ORGANISING INSTITUTION’S INFORMATION FORM -

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PART I: GENERAL INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION OF TOWN

- SHORT HISTORY AND LOCATION

Located in the Sofia Valley, the capital city of Bulgaria lies at the foot of the Vitosha and Lyulin Mountains, and is the centre of the country's political, business and cultural life.

Founded over 7,000 years ago around numerous hot and cold mineral springs, which are still available today, Sofia has flourished and declined around a variety of civilisations. It is one of the oldest settlements in Europe and numerous archaeological, cultural and historical monuments from its rich Thracian, Byzantine, Roman, Slav and Turkish history have been preserved among the modern edifices, the blend of the new and the old lending a charming quality to the capital.

Despite its modern, cosmopolitan nature, Sofia has a laid back atmosphere and the proximity of Mount Vitosha, offering a myriad of recreational opportunities on the city's doorstep, adds to the relaxed feel of the city. Like any capital city, Sofia also has a wealth of museums and galleries, and boasts plenty of cultural entertainment.The Turks conquered the city in 1382, but when ousted in 1878, Sofia became the capital and its grand boulevards were constructed.

Bulgaria became part of the Eastern Bloc after WWII and Sofia went through rapid industrialisation under the Communist regime, with new factories and high-rise apartment blocks. Ever since the regime ended in 1989, Sofia is reclaiming its sense of European elegance and identity.

Although the 1990s saw political instability, soaring unemployment, hyperinflation and rampant corruption, today's Bulgaria benefits from accession to the EU in 2007, regaining credibility and economic stability. Sofia is definitely on the up, and the city's motto, 'Ever growing, never old', is as true today as it ever was.

Read more: http://www.worldtravelguide.net/sofia/history-and-culture#ixzz1K2S6IASW

- MAIN LOCAL/CULTURAL EVENTS

Main Sights 

Alexander Nevski Cathedral

Ploshtad Alexander Nevski, Map

Named after St. Alexander Nevski, a Russian Tsar who saved Russia from invading Swedish troops in 1240 and the patron saint of Tsar Alexander II, who was also referred to as Bulgaria’s Tsar Osvoboditel (Liberator), since it was his troops that finally brought about Bulgaria’s liberation from Ottoman rule.The foundation stone of Sofia’s biggest church was laid in 1882. Built between 1904-1912 in the Neo Byzantine style, typical for Russian churches in the 19th century, the cathedral is 76 metres long and 53 metres wide and is said to hold up to 7000 people. It covers an area of 2600 square metres. The belfry is 52 metres high and houses 12 bells. Some of Russia and Bulgaria's best artists of the time worked on the interior with its five

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aisles and three altars. Sienna and Carrera marble in the entrance area, stained glass windows, Venetian mosaics and dramatic murals such as The Lord God Sabbath in the main cupola, and The Day of Judgement above the exit, onyx and alabaster columns on the thrones all add to the richness of the interior without making it in any way gaudy. The spectacular external golden domes were covered in gold leaf, donated by Russia in 1960 and have recently been regilded.The Russian architect A.N.Pomerantsev is also the architect of the famous GUM (State Department Store) in Moscow.

Baths

Triaditsa St., Map

The beautiful building of the city’s former mineral baths has recently escaped dereliction and subsequent destruction, and is now being painstakingly restored to its former glory.

Originally completed in 1908 in the Neo Byzantine style, the building housed one large pool and two separate wings for men and women with smaller mineral pools. It will now house the City Museum as well as a spacentre. The architect was Petko Momchilov, one of Bulgaria’s most recognised architects of that era.

Boyana Church

Boyana

One of Bulgaria’s most significant historical treasures, listed on the Unesco World Cultural Heritage list. Set amongst tall old pine trees in the exclusive suburb of Boyana on Vitosha mountain, this quaint church dates back to the 11th century and was built in three stages (11th, 13th and 19th century). The frescoes dating back to 1259 are considered a remarkable example of realistic art from that era, a century earlier than the birth of the Italian Renaissance. 240 realistic figures, bearing the features of Bulgarian life at that time, are depicted on the walls and include portraits of Tsar Konstantin Assen and his wife Tsaritsa Irina as well as Tsar Kaloyan and his wife Dessislava. The name of the artist (or artists) is unknown and he is generally just referred to as the Boyana Master.

At the nearby museum, visitors can get a more detailed insight into the remarkable history of this church. Access to the church is restricted and only with a guide.

The Cyril and Methodius National Library

88 Vassil Levski Blvd., Map

Officially opened at the end of 1953, construction on this neoclassical building had started as early as 1939, but was then put on hold because of the Second World War. The Library was designed to hold 1.5 million books with a reading room for 450 people. Architects: Ivan Vasiliov & Dimitar TzolovIn the garden area directly in front there is a statue of the two brothers St. Cyril and St. Methodius, added in 1975.

Eagles Bridge

Evlogi Georgiev Blvd./Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd., Map

Built in1891, across the Perlovska River, according to a project by Kolar& Proshek, the stone bridge flanked by four bronze eagles atop four granite columns was seen to mark the entrance to the city and the start of a new era. The chosen site marked the place where Sofianites welcomed back the revolutionaries in 1878, and the eagles were seen as a symbol of freedom.

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Former Tsar’s Palace

Ploshtad Knyaz Battenber, Map

Built in 1873, it was the residence of the ruling governor during the Ottoman occupation, with administrative offices and police headquarters on the lower floors. It was in fact here that Vassil Levski was tried and sentenced to death. After liberation it became the seat of the Bulgaria’s first post liberation monarch, Knyaz Alexander Battenberg and it was the first building to be refurbished in contemporary Viennese style, with Austrian architects Rumpelmaier and Gruenanger each adding new wings. It is now home to the National Art Gallery and the Ethnographic Museum. The exterior has recently been restored to its former glory and now the no doubt

once splendid royal chambers require attention.

Halite

Maria Luisa Blvd., Map

The former food market built in 1909 was one of the earliest of this type in the country. Fully renovated in the late 1990s, the main focus of the shops inside is once again food, with stalls selling fresh fish and special dietary foods, as well as a variety of other shops.

The ornate facade which incorporates Byzantine and medieval Bulgarian architectural elements - has alternating layers of stone and brick, large window niches and a high central arch above thatis the city coat of arms topped by a small clock tower. Long before the Hali was built, archaeological excavations show that the site served as a gathering and market place dating back thousands of years. In the basement are archaeological remains, including Roman baths and parts of Serdica’s fortress wall. Reopened in the summer of 2000, the Hali has assumed its rightful place as the city’s central marketplace. Architect Nahum Tarbov

Holy Synod

Ploshtad Alexander Nevski, Map

This beautiful ornate building was built in 1908 by Petko Momchilov and J Milanov.

Red and gold Majolica tiled friezes wrap the building, the central mosaic portrait depicts three members of the Holy Synod. Sadly much of original sculptural elements were destroyed during the Second World War. This building is the residence of the Bulgarian Patriarch and is not open to the public.

Ivan Vazov National Theatre

Dyakon Ignati St., Map

Built in 1907 by the Austrian architects Helmer & Felner, the National Theatre is one of the most ornate buildings in Sofia. The 40 metre high facade, is fronted by a large pediment, supported on six white marble columns, depicting Apollo and the muses. The twin towers that rise up behind are crowned with sculptures of the goddess Nike.

The interior was destroyed by fire in 1923, and restored again six years later increasing the theatres seating capacity to over 1000. The ornate main hall has an 850 audience capacity. The stage curtain, with its mythical firebird motive from Stravinsky’s ballet, was woven by women from Panagyurishte.

Law Courts

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2 Vitosha Blvd., Map

Built between 1928 and 1936 the massive neo classical building fronted by two large bronze lions, takes up an entire block between Alabin and Pozitano St. The architect Nikolai Lazarov had won the design competition back in 1914. From 1981 till 1999 the building was home to the National History Museum but has since been restored to its former function.

Lions Bridge

Maria Luisa Blvd. / Slivnitsa Blvd., Map

Another symbolic bridge for Sofia is on the way to the Central Railway Station north of the city center. Designed by the architect Proshek in 1890, four larger than life lion bronze sculptures flank the bridge across the Vladayska River at the top of Maria Luisa Blvd. The site used to mark the northern border of the city and was often used as an area for national celebrations.

Military Club

Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd., Map

The Military Club in its hey day, prior to 9 th September 1944, was the venue for many a splendid ball, attended by royalty and Sofia’s elite. Built in 1895 based on designs by the architect Antonin Kolar, the architect Nikola Lazarov also participated in the construction, The facade of this attractive Renaissance-style building was restored a few years ago as part of a UNDP-funded “Beautiful Bulgaria” project, and the Military Club is once again proving a popular venue for social events.

National Assembly

Ploshtad Narodno Sabranie, Map

The slogan on the facade above the entrance "Obedinenieto Pravi Silata", loosely translated means 'United we are strong', which seems wishful for any parliament. This is the scene of regular public protests and back in 1997 the building was actually stormed and damaged, leading to the eventual downfall of the socialist party.

Built in three stages between 1884 - 1928, it was built by Bulgarian Architect, Konstantin Ivanovich who had been living and working in Vienna.

Party House

Dondukov Blvd., Map

Until August 1990 this was the seat of the Central Committee of the Communist Party.

Based on the designs of P.Zlatev, it was built by a co-op of architects which included Tsolov and the Soviet architect Blochin. Completed in 1953, it marks the top end of an area known as the Largo, a major showpiece of postwar socialist Sofia. Look up and you will notice something distinctly missing. The

red star! This was removed after the collapse of the communist era. Today the building is mainly used as Government offices and the splendid Sofia Hall is occasionally used for charity concerts.

Presidency

Dondukov Blvd., Map

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The Presidency was built in the mid 1950s as part of the ‘Largo’ complex according to designs by Tzolov. Today the Bulgarian president has his official chambers here facing the archaeological museum and his rather smart guard of honour has been photographed by many a tourist.

Russian Church

Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd., Map

This small decorative church with its golden onion domes was built between 1912 and 1914, (by many of the same workers from the nearby Nevski Cathedral) to appease a Russian diplomat afraid to worship in Bulgarian churches. The church is named after St. Nikolai ‘the miracle maker’. To this day wishes are written on slips of paper and placed in the wooden box by the white marble sarcophagus of Bishop Serafim (1881 –

1950), who is buried in the crypt. Although never canonized, he is revered by many Bulgarians as a saint.

Rotunda of St. George

In the courtyard behind the Sheraton Hotel, Map

This charming round red brick church dates back to the 4th century, although it did not become a church till the 6th century. It is Sofia's oldest preserved building. Having undergone major restoration work, it was reopened to the public in 1998 for the first time in 70 years. Three layers of frescoes can still be seen, the oldest dating

back to the 10th century illustrating the development of monumental painting through to the 14th century. Nowadays it often hosts small art exhibits.

Roman Sofia

Long before Sofia became the capital of Bulgaria, ancient Serdika was a town of some significance. Ruins have been discovered all around the centre of town: behind and around the SheratonHotel, in the underpass by the Presidency and, recently, the amphitheatre on Budapest St.

Sofia University ‘St. Kliment Ohridski’

Shipka St., Map

The University was founded in 1888 and was originally named after the brothers Evlogi and Hristo Georgiev who donated the land and funds for the construction of a university building. Their statues are seated outside the main entrance. The international design competition was originally won by Henri Breansson in 1907, his designs were however later modified by Yordan Milanov. The foundation stone having been laid in 1920, construction didn’t start till 1941 and new wings designed by L.Konstantinov were completed as late as 1985.

Sveta Petka Samardzhiiska

In the underpass between TSUM and the Sheraton Hotel, Map

This quaint church was built in the 14th century during Ottoman rule which explains why it is below ground level and very simple in its exterior. Apart from a small skylight, which is now blocked, there is no natural daylight inside. As you enter the church, be sure to make your way upstairs to see the remains of the murals, dating from the beginning of the 15th century, although the subject matter of the murals dates back to an era prior to

Ottoman occupation.

Today St.Petka works again as a normal church with regular services. A small ‘admission donation’ is requested to cover the expenses involved in keeping the church open.

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The nickname Samardzhiiska comes from the Bulgarian word for the leather craftsmen who supported the church and had their market nearby.

Sveta Sofia Church

Moskovska St., Map

The oldest Eastern Orthodox Church in Sofia reopened to the public in 1999 after major restoration and renovation works, and once again plays an important role in the day to day rituals of Sofianites.It is in fact this church that gave its name to the present-day capital back in the 14th century.

The simple red brick church dates back to the 5th/6th century when it was the site of Serdica's necropolis. During the Ottoman yoke it was turned into a mosque, but after an earthquake in 1818 toppled the minaret and another some 40 years later killed the Imam's two sons, it was abandoned and restored as a church after liberation. In more recent months it has been the scene of a bitter dispute between rival factions of the Orthodox Church.

MONUMENTS

Alexander Battenberg Mausoleum

Vassil Levski Blvd., Map

This beautiful, and in recent years much neglected, monument is finally getting the restoration it deserves and is at the time of writing not open to the public. Originally built in 1897 and designed by Swiss architect H. Meyer, the exterior of the single copper-domed building reflects the strong influences of European turn of the century architecture.

Ivan Vazov Monument

Moskovska St., Map

The grave and monument to Bulgaria’s national poet is just beside the Sveta Sofia church in the heart of the city, which is where Vazov requested to be buried. The boulder was brought from Vitosha Mountain to form part of the monument in 1956.

The house where Ivan Vazov lived and died on the corner of Ivan Vazov and Rakovski St. is also open to the public 

Soviet Army Monument

Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd., Map

The fate of this tall prism, crowned with an 8-meter high sculpture and bronze figurative compositions around the base dedicated to the theme of the Soviet Army, has in recent yearscaused some controversy about whether it should be kept or pulled down. For a while it was covered by graffiti but it seems that it has found its niche in the city landscape and will stay overlooking the skateboard and cycling area in the park.

Tsar Osvoboditel Monument

Narodno Sabranie Sq., Map

This fine bronze statue portrays the Russian Tsar Alexander II on horseback and is a gesture of gratitude to

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the Russian Tsar and his troops who finally liberated Bulgaria in 1878 from Ottoman rule. The statue is 14 metres high by the Italian sculptor Arnaldo Zucci, who won the commission in a highly coveted competition. The monument itself was unveiled in August 1907, and the reliefs at the base of the monument depict various scenes from Bulgaria’s history of liberation.

Unknown Soldier

Ploshtad Alexander Nevski, Map

On the southern side of Sveta Sofia church watched over by a majestic bronze lion, there is a granite tomb, containing the bones of soldiers who died for their fatherland. The tombstone behind the eternal flame is said to have been brought from the Shipka Peak and bears an inscription from Ivan Vazov’s famous poem

“It was for you Bulgaria they perished”

National Institute of Archeology and Museum

The National Institute of Archeology and Museum is located in an Ottoman mosque, Buyuk mosque, when it was first established in 1892. The building where the museum is housed is full of history in itself. The walls of the mosque were made of stone blocks and bricks, steel gates surround the building. Over the years, additional buildings were constructed to add more space into the museum. There are 5 halls representing the Middle Ages, Central Hall, Prehistory, Treasure and a temporary exhibit hall where special shows are held. The museum is closed every Monday but is open from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and again from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. the rest of the week.

National Museum of Natural History

Located on Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard is the National Museum of Natural History. It was founded in 1889 but not opened to the public until 1907. You can easily spot the museum from the city center for it is beside the Russian Church. The museum has several exhibits focused on the animal kingdom. It features over 1 million samples and specimens and is divided into 9 departments, including fossils and recent birds, insects, fish, plants and minerals. The National Museum of Natural History is open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. daily except on main holidays.

The Rila Monastery

The Rila Monastery is located in 1147 meters altitude in the middle of the fragrant coniferous forests of Rila Mountain. The monastery is a complex of cultural, dwelling and farming buildings which take about 8800 square meters. The Rila Monastery has an unique architecture. Outside, the monastery looks like a fortress. It has 24-meter stone walls which forms irregular pentagon. That’s why when some tourist enters the monastery’s yard from some of the two iron gates he is surprised by its architecture: arches and colonnades, covered wooden stairs and carved verandas and the

300-400 monastic cells.

Varna

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Varna is the largest city and seaside resort on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast, classified the third and the second largest city in Bulgaria. It is the administrative centre of the homonymous province and Varna Municipality and the eleventh-largest city in the Balkans .Commonly referred to as the marine (or summer) capital of Bulgaria, Varna is a major tourist destination, a starting point for all the resorts in the northern Bulgarian Black Sea Coast, encompassing the so called Bulgarian Las Vegas - Golden Sands, business and university centre, seaport, and headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine. In April 2008, Varna was designated seat of the Black Sea Euro-Region (a new regional organization, not identical to the Black Sea Euroregion) by the Council of Europe.

Smolyan

Smolyan region is a wonderful region, offering many and unique opportunities for eco tourism, hiking, trekking, cave exploring and many more. The region has great places for adventourists, who search to practice sport in the mountain and relax amongst the beautiful Bulgarian nature.

- HOW TO REACH TOWN (LINKS FROM THE NEAREST AIRPORT, TRAIN OR COACH STATIONS)

Airport Code: SOFNumber of terminals: 2 Transfer between terminals: A free shuttle takes travellers between the two passenger terminals.

Driving directions: Starting from Orlov Most, the bridge at the centre point of the city, drive towards the “Tsarigradsko Shose” boulevard and then follow signs first to Christopher Columbus boulevard and then to the airport.

Location: The airport is located 10km (6 miles) east of Sofia.Buses No 284, 84

Taxi – OK Supertrans -02- 973 21 21, http://www.oktaxi.net

Taxi - S Express (+359 2) 9 12 80, http://www.taxi91280.net

Time zone: GMT + 2 (GMT + 3 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October)More: http://www.worldtravelguide.net/bulgaria/sofia-airport#ixzz1K2QzZdj6

- TRANSPORT IN TOWN (BRIEF INFORMATION ON THE MAIN MEANS OF TRANSPORT AVAILABLE)

Public transport

All cities and major towns have buses, but they tend to be overcrowded and uncomfortably hot in summer. New privately run minibuses operate in some cities, such as Sofia but you’re almost always better off using a taxi. Bus tickets are regularly checked by conductors, especially in Sofia. Don’t forget to buy an extra ticket for each piece of large luggage (ie suitcase or backpack). Major cities also have trams and trolleybuses (a

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cross between a tram and bus) and Sofia has a modern metro system.

Bus & tram

Bus

Buses link all cities and major towns and connect villages with the nearest transport hub. In some places, buses are run by the government. These buses are old, uncomfortable (when compared with city buses) and slow. Newer, quicker and more commodious private buses often operate in larger towns and cities, and normally cost little more than the fare on a ramshackle public bus.

There are also numerous private companies running services all across the country, the biggest of which are Etap-Grup (02-945 3939; www.etapgroup.com) and Biomet (02-963 1366; www.biomet-bg.com), which operate from Sofia and link up with most major towns and cities.

All timetables are listed (in Cyrillic) inside the bus stations and all buses have destination signs (in Cyrillic) in the front window.

For a public bus, you normally buy a ticket from the counter marked kasa inside the station. This way you’re guaranteed a seat and you know the correct departure time and platform number. However, in some cases the cashier will tell you to buy a ticket on the bus.

MinibusPrivate and public minibuses ply routes between smaller villages, eg along the Black Sea coast and between

urban centres and ski resorts in winter. Tickets for minibuses cost roughly the same as public buses but are

usually bought from the driver (though always check this first at the counter inside the bus station). If you can

choose between a public bus and minibus, take the latter because it’s quicker, normally more comfortable and

standing is rarely allowed. Destinations (in Cyrillic) and, often, departure times are indicated on the front

window. Most minibuses leave from inside, or very close to, the major public bus station. In Sofia, minibuses

called marshroutki run between the city centre and the suburbs, acting like shared taxis.

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SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANISING INSTITUTION

New Bulgarian University was established on September 18, 1991 by decision of the Grand National Assembly. On July 5, 2001 NBU received institutional accreditation from the National Agency for Assessment and Accreditation for a maximum 5-year period, and in December 2006 received institutional accreditation for a maximum period. In 2004, the NBU is accredited by The Open University in Great Britain. The University in Bulgaria introduces first credit system, the teaching of professional degrees, bachelor's and master's degree, distance and continuing education.  Personalities of world renown are honorary professors and honorary doctors of the NBU, including - Richard Rorty, Vera Mutafchieva, Julia Kristeva, Jean-Pierre Vernant , Milcho Leviev, Robert Young, Raina Kabaivanska, Lord Ralf Dahrendorf, Terry Eagleton and others.

MISSION

The mission of New Bulgarian University is:

to be an educational institution oriented to give its students autonomy towards building up the sense of entrepreneurship and responsibility

to be a place for those socially motivated in order to get ready to live in democracy, in a society of citizens, under the condition of market relations, integrated in Europe and the world.

to be liberal academic institution, based on the relationship between education, research and enterprise.

to provide interdisciplinary general and specialized education based on research and practice connection.

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY

NBU's educational philosophy is based on the idea of liberal education, connecting the acquisition of knowledge and professional specialization with general spiritual development. 

ACADEMIC PROFILE

NBU determines its academic profile on:

- sciences of man and society

- natural sciences and new technologies

- arts

ACCOMMODATION

- SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMMODATION OFFERED (HOTEL, APARTMENTS, STUDENT HALLS, OTHERS; IF THERE ARE COOKING FACILITIES) AND ON THE RENT TO BE PAID PER WEEK

NEW BULGARIAN UNIVERSITY DOES NOT OFFER DORMITORIES. HOWEVER THE ERASMUS OFFICE OF THE UNIVERSITY WORKS

CLOSELY WITH THE STUDENT ORGANIZATION ERASMUS STUDENT NETWORK (ESN). THE MEMBERS OF THE ESN NBU HELP

OUR INCOMING STUDENTS WITH FINDING A SUITABLE LODGING AT A REASONABLE PRICE. ESN NBU EMAIL:

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ERASMUSCLUBNBU@GMAIL.COM OR HTTP://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GROUPS/129715713837442/

MEALS

- SHORT DESCRIPTION ON THE SERVICES OFFERED (UNIVERSITY CANTEENS, RESTAURANTS, BARS, OTHERS)

University restaurant ArtesThe university restaurant Аrtes is located in the campus of NBU. The restaurant offers pleasant atmosphere and rich menu. The restaurant disposes of separate areas for smokers and for non- smokers. It has a garden and a stage.

Coffee ClubsThe coffee club in Building 1 is situated on the first floor, next to the Hall. The coffee club in Building 2 is situated by the main entrance on the first floor. The coffee clubs offer wide choice and dispose of separate areas for smokers and for non-smokers, and in the summer – outside seats. There is also a new Bio canteen in Building 2.

There are a lot of canteens and small restaurants near NBU.

RECEPTION OF STUDENTS

- MEETING POINT (PLACE, DATE AND TIME OF FIRST MEETING - FOR EACH COURSE WHERE DIFFERENT)

STUDENTS FROM ESN NBU CAN MEET THE INCOMING STUDENTS AT THEIR ARRIVAL. THEY WILL ACCOMPANY OUR INCOMING

STUDENTS TO THEIR PLACE AND WILL TAKE THEM TO NBU.

THE EILC TEAM WILL EXPECT THE STUDENTS ON 2ND SEPTEMBER 2013 FOR THE SUMMER COURSE AND ON 27TH JANUARY FOR THE

WINTER COURSE ON THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:

NBU

21, MONTEVIDEO STR.

Sofia 1618

Busses Bus № 73 – bus stop at the entrance of NBU

Bus № 111 – bus stop on the Ring-road, near NBU

Bus № 260 - bus stop on the Ring-road, near NBU  Route taxi

Route taxi № 27– bus stop at the entrance of NBU

Route taxi № 29 – bus stop at the entrance of NBU

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Route taxi № 48 – bus stop at the entrance of NBU

Route taxi №15 – crosses the Ring-road near NBU

Route taxi № 38 – crosses the Ring-road near NBU  Taxi

The price from the center of Sofia to NBU is about 6 BGL.

The price from res. quarter Nadezhda, res. quarter Lyulin and the neighboring quarters is about 7 BGL.

The price from res. quarter Mladost, res. quarter Darvenitsa and the neighboring quarters is about 8 BGL.

EXTRA MURAL ACTIVITIES

- SITE VISITS

SOFIA

RILA MONASTIRY

VARNA

BLACK SEA COAST

SMOLYAN

RHODOPA MOUNTAIN

- SPORTS FACILITIES (SWIMMING, TENNIS, GYMNASIUM; OPENING DAYS AND AVAILABLE INFORMATION)

SWIMMING,

SKIING

TRACKING

CYCLING

- ENTERTAINMENT (CINEMA, THEATRE, ETC.; BRIEF INFORMATION ON PLACES AND STUDENT FACILITIES)

OPERA OR BALLET

BULGARIAN TRADITIONAL DANCES

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Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course

PART II: COURSE(S) DESCRIPTION

COURSE NO:

LEVEL: I: B eginner course X II: Intermediate course

FROM... TO...PERIOD:SUMMER COURSEWINTER COURSE

02/09/2013 27/01/2014

21/09/201315/02/2014

LANGUAGE COMPONENT

- SHORT DESCRIPTION OF LANGUAGE COMPONENT: OBJECTIVES AND TEACHING METHODS

INTENSIVE BEGINNERS COURSE -

BULGARIAN ALPHABET, BASIC BULGARIAN GRAMMER

READING, EVERYDAY ACTIVITES, EVERYDAY VOCABULARY, BASIC COMMUNICATION,

A LOT OF DRILLS, EXERSISES, ARTICULATION AND SPEAKING

READING AND LISTENING COMPREHENSION

- SUBJECT-SPECIFIC LANGUAGE ELEMENTS NO (e.g. special modules for students in particular disciplines)IF YES, SPECIFY:

- DURATION

TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSES 122 h.HOURS IN CLASSROOM 60h.HOURS OF PRACTICE CONVERSATION/LANGUAGE LABORATORY 40/20h.OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) 2 hr lecture

- ASSESSMENT (SPECIFY IF THE ASSESSMENT IS MADE BY WRITTEN/ORAL EXAMINATION, ASSIGNMENT, ETC.)

WRITTEN AND ORAL EXAM AT THE END OF THE COURSE

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Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course

COURSE FACILITIES

- TEACHING AIDS

X AUDIO/VIDEO MATERIALS

X COMPUTER/SOFTWARE

X HANDOUTS/PRINTED TEXTS

TRANSPARENCIES

OTHER : (SPECIFY)

- LIBRARY YES × NO

if yes, specify:TIMES MONDAY TO FRIDAY 08.00 -21.00, SATURDAY – SUNDAY 9.00-17.30OPENING DAYS Public holidays and off-days are: 1st of January, 3rd of March, 1st of May, 6th of May, 24th of May,

6th of September, 22nd of September, 1st of November, Christmas and Easter Holidays.ADDRESS http://nbu.bg/PUBLIC/IMAGES/File/library/BulletinMarch2011.pdf

- LANGUAGE LABORATORY YES × NO

if yes, specify:TIMES FROM 11.20-12.50OPENING DAYS MONDAY-FRIDAY ADDRESS NBU, BUILDING NO 2, FL.4, ROOM 402COST

CULTURAL COMPONENT

- SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE CULTURAL ELEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE COURSE: OBJECTIVES AND TEACHING METHODS

VISITING SIGHTS, MUSEUMS, MOVIES AND CULTURAL EVENTS.

- DURATION

TOTAL HOURS OF ACTIVITIES Academic hours - Language Lab - Computer class -Language Practice

122 hours, as follows: 62 hours ,12 hours, 8 hours, 40 hours

TEACHERS AND SUPPORT STAFF

NUMBER OF...:

TEACHERS prof. Moni Almalech, Galina Kurteva PhD, Kristinka Bumbarova, Stefka Bachvarova,

ADMINISTRATORS Galina Kurteva, Iliana Ilieva STUDENTS 2 X 15

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Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course

 

128 Classroom for simultaneous and consecutive interpretationBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 18 seats. It is equipped with interpreter equipment, TV, video, radio-cassette recorder with CD, slide projector

 

 

114 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 14 seats. It is equipped with TV, video, DVD and cassette recorder.

 

 

115 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 14 seats. It is equipped as a standard language room, disposing of audio equipment.

 

 

116 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 14 seats. It is equipped as a standard language room, disposing of audio equipment.

 

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Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course

 

117 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 14 seats. It is equipped with TV, video, DVD and cassette recorder.

 

 

118 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 14 seats. It is equipped with TV, video, DVD and cassette recorder.

 

 

119 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 14 seats. It is equipped as a standard language room, disposing of audio equipment.

 

 

120 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 14 seats. It is equipped with TV, video, DVD and cassette recorder.

 

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Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course

 

121 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 14 seats. It is equipped as a standard language room, disposing of audio equipment.

 

 

107 Language classroomBuilding2, floor 1It disposes with 15 seats. It is equipped as a standard language room, disposing of audio equipment.

 

 

108 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 20 seats. It is equipped as a standard language room, disposing of TV, video, DVD and audio equipment.

 

 

109 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 15 seats. It is equipped as a standard language room, disposing of audio equipment.

 

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Note: where more than one course is organised at each level, this form should be copied and completed for each course

 

711 Language classroomBuilding 1, floor 1It disposes with 16 seats. It is equipped as a standard language room, disposing of audio equipment.

 

 

Language rooms at the Center for Foreign LanguagesThis is a complex of language rooms, equipped for group and individual training in foreign languages and Bulgarian language for foreigners. They dispose with computer language room and specialized audio equipment.

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