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Studying at Heidelberg UniversityUlrike Riedling, International Relations Office

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Heidelberg University…

• …was founded in 1386. oldest university in Germany

• …is one of the most important research centers today.

• …is a comprehensive university with more than 100 subjects, from American Studies to Zoology.

• …does not offer study programs inAgricultural Studies, Engineering,Media/Communications or the Fine Arts.

Universität Heidelberg. Zukunft. Seit 1386.

Studying at Heidelberg University

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Three campuses

• Altstadt Campus

• Bergheim Campus

• Neuenheimer Feld Campus

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Heidelberg University

• 12 faculties Theology Law Medicine

Heidelberg Faculty Medicine

Mannheim Faculty Philosophy Modern Languages



k Economics and Social Sciences Behavioral and Cultural Studies Mathematics and Computer

Sciences Chemistry and Earth Sciences Physics and Astronomy Biosciences

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Heidelberg University

• 12 faculties Theology Law Medicine

Heidelberg Faculty Medicine

Mannheim Faculty Philosophy Modern Languages



k Economics and Social Sciences Behavioral and Cultural Studies Mathematics and Computer

Sciences Chemistry and Earth Sciences Physics and Astronomy Biosciences

Egyptology

Art History (European, South Asian)

History

Japanese Studies, Chinese Studies

Latin, Greek

Philosophy

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Students at Heidelberg University

Total number of students (winter term 2011): 29,488 international students: 5,121 = 17.4%

• Europe 2,890• Asia 1,377• America 561• Africa 269• Australia/

Oceania 18



1. China 462 2. Turkey 288 3. Russian Federation 282 4. Italy 279 5. Bulgaria 228 … 9. Greece 143

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Study programs at Heidelberg UniversityFirst-degree study programs

• State Examination programs (Staatsexamen) Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacology, Law, Teacher Training Teacher training: at least two subjects; other programs: one subject Standard period of studies: 8-12 semesters (4-6 years) Language of instruction: German

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) One subject (100%) or two subjects (75%-25% or 50%-50%) Standard period of studies: 6 semesters (3 years) Language of instruction: German



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Study programs at Heidelberg UniversityPostgraduate study programs

• Master of Arts (M.A.), Master of Science (M.Sc.)(consecutive or non-consecutive further-education) Usually one subject (in some cases with a subsidiary subject) Standard period of studies: 2-4 semesters (1-2 years) Language of instruction: German or English

• Legum Magister (LL.M.) Postgraduate program in law

• Doctorate / PhD 3-year academic qualification Possible in all subjects at Heidelberg University Prerequisites: master’s degree or State Examination degree



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http://www.uni-heidelberg.de/studium/interesse

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Course Catalogue (Fächerkatalog)

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Prerequisites• School-leaving certificate

Abitur or an equivalent certificate allowing you to embark on studies at a HEI further information at the DAAD or at http://www.anabin.de

• German language knowledge

• Special prerequisites in individual study programs Good grades in selected subjects, vocational training, internships,

… For a master’s program: bachelor’s degree



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German-language knowledge

Most first-degree study programs require one of the following German-language certificates:

Abiturprüfung Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz –

Zweite Stufe Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang ausländischer

Studienbewerber (DSH – Stufe 2) Test „Deutsch als Fremdsprache“ (TestDaF) – at least TDN 4

in all parts Großes / Kleines Deutsches Sprachdiplom of the Goethe-Institut Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung (ZOP) of the Goethe-Institut Goethe-Zertifikat C2:GDS of the Goethe-Insitut



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• Rules for admission When does the study program start? When do I have to apply? Which kind of admissions procedure is there? Which prerequisites do apply? Do I need special language skills? What do I have to hand in? Who is on the admissions board? Is there going to be an interview / a written test? …

Rules and Regulations of Admission(Zulassungsordnung/ Zulassungssatzung)



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Application and admissionEvery international student must go through the application procedure apply for a place at Heidelberg University

The International Office accesses your school-leaving and/or University certificate and your language skills.



You need to- apply online- send all necessary documents

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Application



• Online application• Complete application dossier (application form, certificates,…)• Pay special attention to the application deadlines!• Information online at

http://www.uni-heidelberg.de/studium/interesse/

• Note: Depending on the subject you wish to study, there might be different institutions responsible for your application.

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Living and studying in Heidelberg –financial aspects

• Semester fee€ 106.50 per semester

• Semesterticket€ 138 per semester

• Rent, books, food, pastime,…€ X



Living expenses:

approx. € 670

per month

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Scholarships and other sources of financing

• Scholarships for graduates of German Schools abroad (BIDSprogram)

application together with application for study place€ 300 per month (10 months max.)

• Deutschlandstipendium

€ 300 per month

• Scholarships for highly-qualified students via the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

Further information and databases online athttp://www.uni-

heidelberg.de//studium/interesse/finanzierung/stipendien.html

http://www.funding-guide.de



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Living in Heidelberg

29,488 students

approx. 4,000 beds in studentdormitories

private rooms, e.g. in a shared apartment/house



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Pastime



• Hochschulsport• Drama groups• Choirs and Orchestras• Newspapers, magazines• Radio station, TV station• (International) Students Groups• Libraries and Lanugage Center• Student cafeterias• …

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Pastime



• Stage theaters• Movie theaters• Neckarwiese• Tourist sights• Shopping mile• Cafés• Heidelberger Herbst• Christmas Market• …

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The International Students Office of Heidelberg University• Serviceportal (phone, e-mail, personal contact)

for current and prospective students• Advisory and support service

for current and prospective international students• Orientation Days for newly-admitted international students• Semester program

Excursions, movie nights, concerts, drama group, …• Tutorials and workshops

Intercultural competence, academic writing, …• Language tandem program• …



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The International Students Office of Heidelberg University

Zentrale Universitätsverwaltung (Carolinum)Seminarstrasse 269117 Heidelberg

Serviceportal Mon - Thu: 10 am - 4 pmFri: 10 am - 2 pm

Phone +49 (0)6221 / 54-5454Mon - Thu: 10 am - 4 pmFri: 10 am - 1 pm

E-Mail [email protected] http://www.uni-heidelberg.de



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