Welcome to Universität Regensburg Study abroad in Germany

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1 Welcome to Universität Regensburg Study abroad in Germany Akademisches Auslandsamt

2 Universität Regensburg voted Best place to live in Europe Study abroad in Germany Akademisches Auslandsamt

3 International Student Barometer 2010 University of Regensburg was number 1 in the category Living Average International students consider UR the best place to live in Europe 125,000 students from 22 countries participated (more than 200 institutions) 388 students participated at the University of Regensburg Students evaluated environment and teaching quality of their host universities as well as counselling and arrival service

4 Excellence at UR! Number 1 in Europe in Living Average Excellent Visa Advice (1st place in Germany) Excellent Teaching Quality (2nd place in Germany) Excellent teaching staff (IO) praised for welcoming service Excellent housing service as well as sports facilities (2nd place in Germany) OVERALL, UR is among the TOP TEN universities in Germany!

5 Information on the City of Regensburg Photos: Regensburg Tourismus GmbH

6 Regensburg in the heart of Europe! 11 hours to Rome (by train) 9 hours to Milan 9 hours to Paris 7 hours to Zurich 6 hours to Berlin 4 hours to Prague 4 hours to Vienna

7 Regensburg in facts: 4th biggest city in Bavaria 150,000 inhabitants World Heritage City Located on the river Danube Important industries Information and communication technologies Electrical engineering Car manufacturing Mechanical engineering Breweries Transshipment port Printing Six hospitals Photo: Regensburg Tourismus GmbH

8 A medieval city with over 2,000 years of history Photos: Regensburg Tourismus GmbH Up to the 17th century: a European metropolis a wealthy commercial city and the centre of middle European politics. In 2006, the entire city centre (still maintained) became part of the UNESCO World Heritage.

9 yet young at heart! A large variety of bars, restaurants, street cafes, and a well-balanced mix of shops make Regensburg a vibrant city. Photos: Regensburg Tourismus GmbH

10 Regensburg, a Safe City in a Safe Country Germany is one of the safest countries in the world. In 2011 it achieved number 15 of the Global Peace Index. You can move around the country without taking too many precautions Photos: Regensburg Tourismus GmbH Regensburg is located in the state of Bavaria, which has one of the lowest crime rates in Germany

11 Information on the University of Regensburg

12 The University of Regensburg in facts: Foundation: July 18, 1962 Modern campus university & university hospital close to city centre approx. 20,300 full-time students approx. 1,340 international students academic staff: 1,600

13 Faculties: Akademisches Auslandsamt Law Business, Economics and Management Information Systems Catholic Theology Philosophy, Fine Arts and Humanities Psychology, Education and Sports Science Language, Literature and Cultural Studies Biology and Pre-Clinical Medicine Several classes in English available! For more information: international/englischsprachigeskursangebot/index.html Mathematics Physics Chemistry and Pharmacy Medicine

14 International students at UR Winter Semester 2011/ ,300 students enrolled 1,340 international students Main Countries of Origin of International Students: Russian Federation 84* Austria 74* Ucraine 72* Bulgaria 71* Czech Republic 69 France 68** Turkey 67 * = almost exclusively degree-seeking students ** = almost exclusively exchange students

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16 (CC-BY) geo.dianacht.de Europe: 232 partners Akademisches Auslandsamt North America: 19 partner universities Asia: 10 partners in Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand Latin America: 12 partners in Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Brasil, and Venezuela Australia: 4 partners Africa: 1 partner in Zambia

17 Exchange student mobility: Incoming and outgoing students 2011/12 INCOMING 304 Europe 54 USA/Canada 49 Asia/Australia/ Latin America OUTGOING 287 Europe 44 USA/Canada 42 Asia/Australia/ Latin America

18 Other Useful Information for Exchange Students Photos: Studentenwerk, Universität Regensburg, CC-BY-ND (R. Ganzer), CC-BY (E.R. Vicol)

19 Student visa Upon arrival the IO will help you deal with all formalities, such as residence permit, etc. CC-BY-SA (Rock Cohen) PRIOR INFORMATION Citizens from the EU, Brazil, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, Israel, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and the USA do not need a visa to enter Germany. CC-BY-SA (Kat) CC-BY (Ian Mackenzie) If you are a citizen of the above-mentioned countries, you can apply for your residence permit after entering the country at the local authorities (Ausländerbehörde).

20 Cost of living in Regensburg for exchange students No tuition fees Approx. 650 living expenses per month (includes health insurance and accommodation) Examples of food prices: 1 l (quart) milk kg (2 pints) rice kg (2 pints) potatoes kg (2 pints) apples cup of coffee sandwich meal at the mensa 4-5 CC-BY (FlubbelEmpire)

21 Accommodation All exchange students are guaranteed a dormitory room as long as you apply in time Student dormitories are not on-campus, but located in different neighbourhoods of Regensburg Photos: Studentenwerk

22 Academic Calendar Winter semester: ca. October 15 February 15 arrival by October 1-2 Summer semester: Akademisches Auslandsamt ca. April 15 July 15 arrival by April 1-2 Photos: Regensburg Tourismus

23 What awaits YOU as an exchange student? No tuition fee at UR Free regional bus ticket for the semester Smooth adjustment: Orientation programme, counselling, guided tours, and social events offered by the Hassle-free housing service (Accommodation organized by the in cooperation with university-related organizations)

24 Take advantage: Improve your German or even start learning it! No prior knowledge of German? No problem! Attend the pre-semester intensive German language course Continue during the semester with the following levels Already proficient? We can help you improve your German skills Choose from the large variety of German courses at different levels offered by the language centre

25 Pre-semester intensive German language course UR offers a pre-semester course for exchange students with little exposure to German (beginner to intermediate levels) starts six weeks before semester begins course length is ca. 180 hours successful attendance will get credited with approx. 18 European credits (ECTS) (depends on exact hours taught)

26 German courses during the semester German language courses (advanced beginner to proficient levels) Other activities: Courses on German culture, history, and geography International Theatre Group Babylon

27 You may discover a whole lot more in Regensburg!

28 Regensburg A city worth living in UR A university worth studying at

29 For more information and application procedures: Please contact YOUR local

30 Thank you for your attention!