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1 Waseda University, Study Abroad Waseda CS-L (Customized Study Program Language Focused Programs / Junior Year Program) for 1 semester at University of Bonn Location: Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Germany Title: CS-L Program for 1 semester Language Requirements: Bonn can accept students who have reached the A1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level A1 is the basic "breakthrough" level, which means that someone "can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type; can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has; and can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help." More information on the CEFR is available online at: (general) For CEFR levels in German, the Goethe Institut provides some general information ( and offers an online placement test ( You should submit either a transcript with a record of German language courses equivalent to at least 80 units of 45 minutes each (=60h in total) or submit the Goethe-Certificate A1: Start Deutsch A1. Program Dates: Winter Semester: Early September Early February Please check the link for excact dates on our academic calendar:

2 Application deadline including accommodation registration: May 31st for winter semester ( please check the Program Overview about the deadline for Waseda Students) Course registration: students register for classes after their arrival in Bonn and after having taken a placement test during orientation: Late September/Early October Nationality: The CS-L program is open to students of all nationalities. GPA requirement : Good standing. GPA requirement on the 4-point scale: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, 4 being the best. If lower than 3.0, subject to discussion. Summary: For over 70 years the University of Bonn has been organizing study abroad programs with partner universities all around the world. The Waseda-CS-L Program at Bonn is built upon this long-standing experience and presents Waseda students with a tailor-made study abroad program. The program is designed to increase intercultural competence and improve German speaking skills through German language tuition with native speakers and integration into a German-speaking environment. It offers total language immersion, specially designed courses on German culture, history and civilization, regular University courses and an extensive cultural program. The Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn (University of Bonn) was founded in With a student body of about , the University is one of Germany s largest academic institutions and with about foreign students from all over the world also one of the most internationally oriented. A wide range of course offerings, an outstanding reputation in teaching and research and a unique location make the University an especially attractive place to study. Bonn - a city of approximately 325,000 and over 2,000 years old - is the birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven and proud of its rich cultural life. It has its own opera house, several theaters, concert halls and a range of museums. Keyword(s): intensive German language, cultural immersion

3 Academic Study Orientation Course (September) The study abroad program in Bonn begins with a four-week orientation course in September for Winter semester students. The aim of the orientation is to prepare students for their studies at the university and to offer an introduction to German life and civilization. The course contains German language classes plus workshops on different topics, such as language, literature and music. In addition the orientation offers an extensive cultural program, such as excursions to Trier - the oldest city in Germany- or to Marksburg castle, a medieval castle on the Rhine River. Students will also be assigned a German buddy who will introduce them to the university and city from the perspective of a local student. Our office will assist the students with administrative procedures such as enrolment, insurance and residence permit matters when they are in Bonn. Overall Structure of the Program: During the semester, the flexible program structure and the different course offerings of the Bonn program give Waseda students the opportunity to find a tailor-made study abroad program. Students can select from intensive and advanced language learning classes as well as interdisciplinary/bridging classes (such as German Culture and Civilisation ), and regular university courses: Program Semester: Depending on German language proficiency as proven throughout orientation course Intensive German language classes (12 contact hours/ 18 ECTS cr.) Specialized language courses (each course: 3 contact hours/ 6 ECTS cr) concentrating on certain language learning aspects: Phonetics (basic or intermediate level), Text Production (advanced level), Vocabulary and Conversation (advanced level) Thematic courses (each course: 3 contact hours/ 6 ECTS cr.): Introduction to German Culture and Civilization (basic or advanced level), German media (intermediate level), German literature (advanced level), German history (advanced level) Preparation course for the DSH = German language examination for university entrance (very advanced level - 4 contact hours/8 ECTS cr.)

4 Optional: regular courses from every academic field offered by the university Students can choose from the whole range of courses regularly offered at the University of Bonn, provided they have the necessary qualifications Housing Program participants will be accommodated at coed university residence halls. All participants will have a single room or, in some cases, apartment. Those staying in an apartment will have a bathroom and a kitchenette at their disposal while those staying in a single room will share the bathroom and kitchen facilities with a small number of other students. There is only a limited number of apartments available. Opportunities for Learning Through Experience 1. German-Japanese Language Exchange Language learning is an important aspect of the program. In order to enhance the formalised learning effects of classroom course work, practising the newly acquired skills is all-important. The program will, therefore, provide an opportunity for doing just that in contact with German students learning Japanese ( Sprachtandems ). Beyond the aspect of language training, a cultural exchange between Japanese and German students will be a beneficial side effect. 2. Social and cultural program for international students In addition to academic education, first-hand experience of German culture and society constitutes a vital part of the program. Therefore, the social and cultural program is designed to make the participants stay in Germany as informative and rich in experience as possible. The activities comprise various trips and excursions (incl. a one-week excursion to Berlin) and social events. They are open to all international program students and thus provide a very good opportunity to interact with fellow students from all over the world. Each student will also be assigned a German student as a buddy to help them get along in Bonn and at the University during their first semester, especially during the initial weeks in Bonn. 3. Extracurricular activities There are numerous student activities at the University of Bonn, ranging from the academic orchestra to theater groups, dancing and art classes to debating societies. The University offers numerous different kinds of sport and several hundred courses per week (such as basketball, archery, canoe, jiujitsu, Pilates and even aikido). The International Office staff will encourage the program participants to join any of these activities and will provide all necessary information about the different options and contact persons.

5 Last but not least, peer advisors in the student dorms organize a variety of events (sports, culture, cooking, etc.). These events are announced through posters and flyers in the dorms. Facilitation Plan Waseda students may meet with the coordinator to discuss their progress as well as any questions or problems they might have. In addition, the International Office offers a weekly coffee-hour in order to meet with the participants and provide an informal surrounding for questions and talks. Tuition Fee - Estimated Tuition: 7,300 / winter semester - Estimated boarding expenses: 335 / month *Boarding expenses are included in the tuition fee. - Estimated food expenses: 200 / month Application procedure: Please see the following website for the application procedure and detailed instructions. Application Materials 1. University transcript (most recent) 2. Health certificate (use this form : p-und-austauschprogramm/anmeldung/1healthcertificate-form.pdf) 3. ID photo (requirements for format : 4. Proof of German language proficiency; at least at an A1 level (i.e. 80 units [45 minutes each] of German language instruction). This can be listed on their academic transcript, OR, with a Goethe-Zertifikat A1: Start Deutsch 5. Curriculum Vitae (short biographical sketch) 6. Letter of motivation (A short essay explaining why students would like to study in Bonn including their future career plans and non-academic motivation behind a study abroad stay) Credits (24-30 ECTS) + Orientation course (8 ECTS)

6 Program Coordinator Michaela Lanaro University of Bonn, International Office, Poppelsdorfer Allee 102, Bonn, Germany Tel: Fax: Program Assistant (application and administrative matters) Bärbel Heurich University of Bonn, International Office, Poppelsdorfer Allee 102, Bonn, Germany Tel. +49/228/ , Fax +49/228/ , Program Assistant (student questions) Franziska Becker University of Bonn, International Office, Poppelsdorfer Allee 102, Bonn, Germany Web Page local web page for the program: university web page:

INSTITUTIONAL FACT SHEET

INSTITUTIONAL FACT SHEET UNIVERSITY OF MANNHEIM Schloss 68131 Mannheim Germany INTERNATIONAL OFFICE University of Mannheim 68131 Mannheim Phone: +49 (0) 621 181 1151 www.uni-mannheim.de Fax: +49 (0) 621