ARRIVALINFORMATION MUNICH

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1 ARRIVALINFORMATION MUNICH

2 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Contact 1.3 Visa Process Visa Application Visa Rejection 2.1 Living in Germany: Berlin, Hamburg, Munich 2.2 Buddy Network 2.3 Orientation Days 2.4 To Do s after Arrival Registration in Germany Opening a Bank Account Taking out Health Insurance Application for Residence Permit Residence Permit Extension After-Arrival To Do List! 3.1 Right of Residence Working While Studying in Germany Internship Travelling on a Student Visa Staying in Germany after the End of Your Studies 3.2 Accommodation in Munich Studentenwerk Private Accommodation Short-Term Accommodation Housing for Help 3.3 Public Transport Getting Around in Munich Where and How To Find Macromedia University s Munich Campuses? Revised and updated 22/12/2015 Errors and omissions excepted. We assume no responsibility for third-party contents. 3.4 University Sports 3.5 And Here Some Extra Help

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4 INTRODUCTION 1.2 CONTACT Dear international students, Being abroad is certainly one of the most memorable experiences you can gain throughout your studies. You have the possibility of studying at Macromedia University of Applied Sciences in Berlin, Hamburg or Munich for one or two semesters or for a full-degree B.A. or M.A. programme to develop your academic skills, while getting to know people from varying backgrounds and cultures. Studying abroad is a real win-win: you improve your intercultural competencies and your networking skills, while at the same time using your time efficiently to move forward with your studies. It is very exciting to stay abroad, and we recommend you start organising and preparing for your stay nine to twelve months in advance. There are numerous things to consider, including applying for a new passport, a visa or taking a test to assess your language skills if needed for your application. These preparations can take several weeks or even months to complete. Gathering information and reading up on important facts at an early stage are highly recommended to undergo a smooth start at the university and in your stay abroad. Macromedia University will, as most German universities, in various ways run differently from institutions in your home country. Not only German culture, social life as well as professional life will vary, also the way academic life inside and outside class works could be very different to what you know from your home institutions this can affect time schedules, the way to communicate with faculty and fellow students, your workload or the form of assessments and examinations. In this handbook you will find a lot of useful information all the important subjects from application for visa to housing and contact persons at Macromedia University are covered. You can read about entry and residence regulations and you will learn about the service Macromedia University offers you to get settled quickly and easily into your new environment. We will also provide you with a buddy network, an orientation phase for international students as well as information about what to do after arriving in Germany. Please read the following chapters thoroughly and get started with your planning as soon as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, you may of course ask us directly please find your local contact person in the next section. We are aware that organising a stay abroad is a lot of work for you, but we hope that with our support, the effort of organisation will not deter you from making one of your dreams come true, and we assure you that you will be rewarded with one of the most exciting and important experiences you will make throughout your student and professional life. We wish you a pleasant journey, unforgettable impressions and a great stay in Germany! Best wishes, Your International Office Team Hochschule Macromedia, University of Applied Sciences The International Office at Macromedia University offers information and assistance prior to and throughout your start in Germany. On the following pages, you will find information about how to apply for a visa, how to register in Germany and how to apply for a residence permit. You will also find information about how to obtain a bank account and acquire health insurance as well as about work and internship regulations, accommodation and many other issues. If you still have questions after reading this guide, please contact your local International Office: + Macromedia University has five campus locations in Germany, three of which offer international Englishlanguage study programmes More information Angelika Holzner International Office Munich a.holzner@macromedia.de Phone: +49 (0) Munich Angela Molinari Head of the International Office a.molinari@macromedia.de Phone: +49 (0) Munich Macromedia University Campus Munich Gollierstraße Munich Germany Macromedia University Campus Hamburg Gertrudenstraße Hamburg Germany Macromedia University Campus Berlin M33 Höfe, Mehringdamm 33 Building 2, 1st Floor Berlin-Kreuzberg Germany

5 + 1.3 VISA PROCESS Visa Application Non-EU students need a student visa for entering and studying in Germany. All regulations and details concerning the visa application are listed on the German Missions Abroad website of your home country. You can apply for a visa at the German embassy or consulate of your home country. The Federal Foreign Office of Germany has listed all German missions abroad on its website: gen/uebersicht_node.html Please note that in some countries you are required to set up an appointment with the German embassy or consulate in order to apply for a student visa. Often the wait for an appointment takes up to six weeks. The entire visa application process may take as long as several months. It is therefore very important that you make a timescale for the application process to have your visa in time for your move to Germany. Macromedia University recommends applying at least four months prior to your intended move to Germany. Depending on your status (whether your application to Macromedia University is still being processed or you have already received a confirmation of admission letter), you may apply for different types of student visa. In general, you may apply for a Student Visa after you have received a confirmation of admission letter from your German university. Student applicants who have not yet been fully admitted can apply for a Study Applicant s Visa, which is valid for three months and can be converted into a Student Visa once you have been admitted and received your confirmation of admission. Please note that a Study Applicant s Visa may not be available to citizens of all countries. If you are planning on attending a language course in connection with your studies, please be aware that the Language Course Visa is not sufficient as it is only valid for language courses and cannot be converted into a Study Applicant s or Student Visa. If you take a language course in connection with your studies, you must apply for a Study Applicants or Student Visa, which covers both the language course and the university course. Macromedia University also strongly advises against entering Germany with just a tourist visa instead of a proper student visa. Special conditions only apply for citizens of Switzerland, the U.S., Canada, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, Japan or South Korea: citizens of these countries are usually allowed to enter Germany without a visa and must then apply for a student visa while in Germany. By contrast, citizens of other non-eu countries cannot convert their tourist visa into a student visa after arriving in Germany. For an overview of visa requirements/exemptions for entry into Germany, please check out this list: aatenlistevisumpflicht_node.html Please read the application regulations for your visa application carefully. Once you have submitted your application to the German embassy or consulate, you will not be able to make any changes or submit additional documents at a later point. The application regulations have to be fulfilled and all required documents included. If you fail to follow the application regulations, you will have to submit a new application and you will be charged the application fees once again. If you have any questions about studying in Germany, you may make an appointment or call the German embassy or consulate of your home country. You can also contact the International Student Advisory Service if you plan to apply to study at Macromedia University. Please note that complete and definitive information on visa requirements can only be provided by the German embassy or consulate Visa Rejection In the unlikely case that your visa application is rejected, a notification will be sent to the applicant by the German mission abroad. The notification will state not only that the application was unsuccessful but also explain on what grounds it was rejected. Furthermore, it will provide information on the applicant s right to appeal the decision. The applicant has one month to appeal (in writing) to the German mission abroad. The German mission will then reconsider the application. Additional information regarding the appeal process can be found here: 0-Ablehnung.html?nn=480902

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7 + 2.1 LIVING IN GERMANY Berlin Berlin is Germany s largest city with a population of 3.5 million people. After the reunification of West and East Germany in 1990, Berlin was declared capital of Germany once again. There is so much to do and see in Berlin that, even as a tourist, you could spend weeks in the city and still be surprised by the varying activities Berlin has to offer. Aside from the world-famous Brandenburg Gate, emblematic Alexanderplatz and the bustling Ku damm, you can dive into recent and more distant German history at Checkpoint Charlie and along the remains of the Berlin Wall, at the Reichstag or the sumptuous Charlottenburg Palace. You can enjoy arts and culture and world-class exhibitions at Pergamon Museum and other museums on the Museum Island and across the city. Alternatively, you can relax in the huge inner-city Tiergarten park, in a beach bar along the river Spree or by lake Wannsee. Berlin is famous for its vibrant, diverse creative scene, which makes it a nurturing place for artists, musicians, writers and also the media industry. Needless to say, Berlin's nightlife is one of a kind, with countless cafés, bars, pubs, theatres, underground nightclubs and parties that last all night, morning and possibly all weekend there is no general closing time in the city. Berlin also offers a wide spectrum of renowned festivals such as the colourful Carnival of Cultures, Christopher Street Day and film and music festivals like the Berlin International Film Festival Berlinale, the Bambi and the Echo with guests from the film and music business all over the world. Hamburg TV Tower, Berlin With a population of 1.8 million people, Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany. There s never a dull moment in the Hanseatic city of Hamburg: the imposing harbour and the River Alster with its many romantic canals define the maritime urban landscape. Hamburg s more modern side can be seen in the booming HafenCity, next to the traditional Speicherstadt and the bustling fish market. Beyond the city the North Sea and the Baltic Sea coast with their idyllic countryside draw those who are looking for a relaxing weekend. For those seeking a little more excitement, you will find everything a young heart could desire in the trendy neighbourhoods Schanze, Ottensen and St. Pauli: fancy boutiques, hip cafés and clubs, culinary specialities from Portuguese cake to Fischbrötchen a bread roll filled with Hamburg Munich With a population of approximately 1.5 million people, Munich is the third largest German city and the capital of the state of Bavaria. It is a city of diversity and vitality with everything from art and culture, celebrity flair á la Monaco to just relaxing at Lake Starnberg. In Munich there s nothing you can t do. The Munich area is ideal for winter sports to the great delight of skiers and snowboarders. In the summertime you can enjoy mountaineering and hillwalking in the nearby mountains. And there s nothing more Bavarian than beer garden hospitality Munich is famous for its local beer breweries and its speciality: wheat beer. Munich's dry and warm summer nights are particularly enjoyable for tourists and Munichers in the Bavarian beer gardens. When Oktoberfest opens its gates in September, all the world and his wife come to visit. It goes without saying that with FC Bayern München hosts (one of) the best football team(s) in the world. pickled herring and onions. In the evening it s very popular to go to the Kiez, the worldfamous party strip around the Reeperbahn. The city literally never sleeps with its traditional corner pubs, nightclubs, bars as well as a well-respected rock and pop music scene. The Beatles were not the only ones who successfully started their career in Hamburg. Hamburg also provides cultural entertainment with an overwhelming daily programme of international musicals, avant-garde theatre, opera and ballet. You will find high art and photography exhibitions in the museums, but also make quirky and bizarre discoveries such as spices, coffee, shipping and erotic art, to name just a few. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy water sports and other events (marathon, triathlon, HSH Nordbank Run) and the extensive sports facilities at Hamburg University. Church of Our Lady, Munich

8 + 2.2 BUDDY NETWORK + Macromedia University has a Buddy network which connects international students with local students. You will be contacted by your buddy at the beginning of your first semester in Germany. Your buddy will assist you with questions regarding your stay abroad, accompany you to local authorities and offices and help you at the beginning of your stay at Macromedia University. Buddies are a great source of support during university orientation and your first days and weeks in Germany, and provide interesting and helpful insights about your new city. 2.3 ORIENTATION DAYS Macromedia University will organise orientation days during the first week of the semester. Orientation days will include a varied programme of activities to familiarise yourself with Macromedia University and Munich. You will get information on living and studying in Germany, meet other students and enjoy a fun and stressfree start at Macromedia University. While you will get a chance to get to know the campus, other students and Munich during the orientation days, you will also learn about your studies, the university departments and degree programmes. You will be provided with essential information, which is why attendance is mandatory TO DO S AFTER ARRIVAL Registration in Germany Within the first two weeks after your arrival you are obliged to report to the Residents Registration Office (Einwohnermeldeamt) to register your place of residence. If you have not yet found a place to stay for your entire stay abroad you must change your registered address at the Residents Registration Office at a later time. You have to register personally or can send an authorized person. Employees often only speak German. If you need assistance understanding or translating, please contact your buddy so he or she will accompany you to the Residents Registration Office. In order to register you will need your passport, as well as a confirmation that you have moved into your accommodation which must be signed by your landlord and a completed and signed registration sheet, which can be downloaded from the Internet or is available free of charge at the registration office. There is no registration fee. You will receive a confirmation of registration (Meldebestätigung), which you will need for visa extension, opening a bank account or closing contracts (e.g. cellular phones, internet) Opening a Bank Account Once registered, you need to open a cheque account (Girokonto). You may choose freely between numerous different banking institutions. Most banks offer accounts free of charge for students. Depending on which bank you choose, you might have to make an appointment the bank in order to open an account If you need help, please ask your buddy to accompany you. You will need a bank account in order to be able to pay rent, health insurance and tuition/semester fees. Please note that credit cards are not as widely accepted in Germany as in other countries. Instead, your bank will issue a debit card (Electronic cash or EC card), which can be used for payments in most of Germany. To open a bank account, you will need: your passport, your confirmation of registration (Meldebestätigung) and proof of enrolment at Macromedia University. It is possible to open a bank account both for EUand non-eu citizens, but please be aware that there are differences in terms of implementation. Banks often reserve the right to decide individually if they accept non-eu citizens as their customers. To avoid such a situation, foreign students from non-eu countries can open a blocked account before their arrival to Germany and put in a certain amount of money (around 9000 euros for one year) to prove their finances. For further information, please visit: You can find detailed information and the registration ment-of-public-order/registration- sheet here: Deregistration ernational-students-en.html Taking out Health Insurance To register and study at Macromedia University, you are obliged to take out health insurance. If you already have health insurance for your stay abroad, you may usually keep your original health insurance. Citizens of the European Union and European Economic Area often possess a European Health Insurance Card, which is provided by your public health insurance company. In all cases, you must acquire an official certificate from a German public health insurance company stating that your original health insurance is valid in Germany. You can also choose to take out a health insurance policy with a German provider. The German health system consists of two forms of health insurance: the public health insurance scheme (gesetzliche Krankenversicherung) and

9 private health insurance providers (treatment to be paid in advance). The fee for public health insurance is currently around 80 euros per month; this type of health insurance is not available to students over 30 and above the 14th semester. Private health insurance fees vary depending on the provider. To take out public health insurance, you need your passport, confirmation of registration (Meldebestätigung), proof of enrolment at Macromedia University, bank account information and one or two passport photos for the insurance card. Please make sure to obtain written confirmation from your health insurance provider. German public health insurance may already be bought online before you apply for your visa for Germany. You should make sure to take out a health insurance policy that provides sufficient cover for your needs. Please note that once you take out German private health insurance you will not be able to switch to the public health insurance scheme at a later time. For further information, please visit: (German) Application for Residence Permit Citizens from the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area countries do not need a residence permit. If required the local Foreigners Office (Ausländerbehörde) will issue a Freedom of Movement Certificate for EU citizens. Citizens of all other countries need a residence permit (Aufenthaltserlaubnis) if they intend to stay longer than three months in Germany. The residence permit must be applied for at Munich s Foreigners Office. registration (Meldebestätigung), confirmation of health insurance coverage, rental contract, confirmation of enrolment at Macromedia, proof of sufficient financial means (e.g. proof of parental income, bank statement) and student visa (if applicable). Please pay close attention to the regulations for all your applications. The Foreigners Registration Office will only process complete applications. Employees often only speak German, so if you need assistance we recommend your buddy accompany you to the Foreigners Registration Office. You can find detailed information on the Foreigners Registration Office Munich here: ome_en/department-of-public- Order/Foreigners-Office Residence Permit Extension Residence permit extension must also be applied for at Munich s Foreigners Office (Ausländerbehörde). Usually you will receive a letter from them before the expiration of your visa to make you aware it is time to seek a residence permit extension. However, should you not receive this letter before your residence permit expires, please contact the Foreigners Office and make an appointment as soon as possible. Please note that laws and regulations are complex and subject to change and that it is your responsibility to inform yourself and maintain your legal status in Germany. In order to apply for a residents permit you are required to provide the following documents: completed application form (obtainable online and at the Foreigners Office), passport, two biometric photos of you (max. six months old), confirmation of Please check out your After-Arrival To Do List on the following page

10 REGISTRATION AFTER-ARRIVAL TO DO LIST! Where? Landeshauptstadt München Kreisverwaltungsreferat Ruppertstraße München What do I need? Passport Completed and signed registration sheet (obtainable online or at the Residence Registration Office called Bürgerbüro ) When? Within your first week after arrival in Germany How much? No costs Tips Even if your current address of residence is not definitive, it is necessary to register a temporary address. Once you find your definitive accommodation, you must visit the Bürgerbüro again to register your new address. Result You will receive a confirmation of registration (Anmeldebestätigung) More information _en/department-of-public- Order/Foreigners-Office BANK ACCOUNT Where? A bank of your choice, e.g.: Deutsche Bank Commerzbank HypoVereinsbank Stadtsparkasse Postbank What do I need? Passport Confirmation of registration (Meldebescheinigung) Proof of enrolment at Macromedia University Completed and signed registration form (usually obtainable in the bank) When? Within your first two weeks in Germany How much? It depends on the bank you choose. Some banks offer free accounts to students. Tips Some banks will ask you to make an appointment at the bank first, so please check this before going to the bank. Some banks offer online application for an account on their website. In this case, you need to download and fill out a form and hand it in at the local bank. Some banks reserve the right to decide individually if they accept non-eu citizens as their customers. To avoid such a situation, foreign students from non-eu countries can open a blocked account before their arrival. Result You will receive an account number and a debit card (EC card) from your bank. HEALTH INSURANCE Where? Please contact one of the following advisors for further information: Ms. Tatjana Karl Barmer GEK München Tatjana.karl@barmer-gek.de Ms. Michaela Kubina AOK München +49 (0) What do I need? Passport Confirmation of registration (Anmeldebestätigung) Proof of enrolment at Macromedia University Bank account information (can be provided afterwards) One or two passport photos When & how much? Within your first two weeks in Germany. Approx. 80 Euros a month Tips Opening a bank account can take some time, so you will not be able to provide bank details when signing the contract. Thus, your first payment will be in cash. Once you have your bank account details you must provide these to your health insurance company. Afterwards you can chose to chance to arrange your payments to me made automatically Result You will receive a confirmation letter and days later a membership card per post More information Insurance Broking for International Students, MAWISTA GmbH Insurances for International Students: RESIDENCE PERMIT Where? Landeshauptstadt München Kreisverwaltungsreferat Ruppertstraße München What do I need? Completed application form (obtainable online or at the Foreigners Office) Passport Two biometric passport photos Confirmation of registration (Meldebescheinigung) Confirmation of health insurance coverage (e.g. a copy of your contract or your membership card) Rental contract Proof of enrolment at Macromedia University Proof of financial means (e.g. proof of parental income or bank statement) Student visa (if applicable) When? Within your first two months in Germany Result You will receive a residence card and certificate More information _en/department-of-public- Order/Foreigners-Office

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12 + 3.1 RIGHT OF RESIDENCE Please note that laws and regulations are complex and subject to change and that it is your responsibility to inform yourself and maintain your legal status in Germany Working While Studying in Germany Students from countries of the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) have free access to the German labour market (Swiss nationals are equivalent to EEA nationals). International students from non-eu/eea countries who hold a student visa are eligible to work a total of 120 full days or 240 half days in one calendar year (as from July 2015, these restrictions no longer apply to students from Croatia there is now free access to the German labour market); you might have to obtain permission from the Foreigners Registration Office (Ausländerbehörde) and the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit). Usually no time limits apply for work as an academic assistant or student assistant; you must, however, inform the Foreigners Registration Office. Besides, international students from outside the EU or EEA are not allowed to work in self-employed and freelance jobs Internship Internships that are voluntary and not compulsory count as normal work and will be deducted from the maximum of 120 days that international students from Croatia and non-eu/eea countries are eligible to work (see 3.1.1). Special regulations apply to internships that are a compulsory part of your studies. Students must check for permission with the Foreigners Office (Ausländerbehörde) and the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit). Be prepared to present a letter of confirmation from the university that the internship is compulsory Travelling on a Student Visa Holding a German student visa, you may travel through the Schengen countries for shorter time periods (not extending 90 days in half a year) without applying for a Schengen/tourist visa. If you have German public health insurance, you will be covered during these trips Staying in Germany after the End of Your Studies In general, graduates from the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area countries (EEA) have free access to the German labour market and do not need approval from the Federal Employment Agency to take up a job in Germany. By contrast, graduates from the new EU member states and all other international graduates who have successfully completed their studies at a German university are eligible to extend their residence permit for an additional 18 months to work and look for a job that corresponds to their qualifications. Graduates must apply for this extension at the local Foreigners Registration Office (Ausländerbehörde) and prove that they have sufficient financial resources in order to support themselves while staying in Germany. While looking for a fitting job during these 18 months, graduates are usually allowed to take up any kind of employment and to work without restrictions to support themselves and fund their job search. Please note that upon completing your studies, the student residence permit is no longer valid, regardless of whether or not the permit was issued for a longer period of time. To stay in Germany legally, graduates must extend their residence permit after completing their studies. If graduates find employment, their 18- month residence permit can be converted into a temporary residence permit for the purpose of employment. After two years of employment in Germany, graduates of a German university are already eligible for a settlement permit (Niederlassungserlaubnis, i.e. a permanent residence permit). For further information on work and internship regulations in Germany, see: leauslandsundfachvermittlung/versionsdeen/englishversion/index.htm MHMK MACROMEDIA PRE-ARRIVAL UNIVERSITY INFORMATION ARRIVAL GUIDE

13 + 3.2 ACCOMMODATION IN MUNICH Finding accommodation in Munich can be very difficult, especially if you wish to live close to the city center. Therefore we strongly advise you to start looking for accommodation, as soon as you have been accepted to Macromedia University. When looking for a place to live you will find the following options: Private Accommodation Shared flats (WG's) Housing Market Short-Term Accommodation Housing for Help Contacts via Studentenwerk Housing Referral Service Private Halls of Residence Private Accommodation Shared Flats (WG's) A room in a shared flat is much cheaper and less complicated to find than any of the other options. While all tenants have their own room, it is common, depending on the constellation of roommates, that living room, kitchen and bathroom are shared. You will enjoy benefits like cooking together, getting to know the city and culture you live in and spend your leisure time time together with your roommates. You may catch on new languages and cultures while living in a shared flat. Another advantage is that usually the deposits are smaller than the ones required for rental agencies. Usually there is no commission. In most cases you will be invited to an interview or a meeting where you can get to know the other roommates. Rent: Starting from around 300 Euros and depending on the neighbourhood, size of the room and utilities. Shared Accommodation Websites: (English) ch Housing Market It is a good idea to look for private accommodation if you plan on staying for a full degree and thereby a couple of years in Germany. In general, private accommodation is advertised by landlords, brokers and rental agencies in the daily paper and on the internet. Renting private accommodation directly from a broker or rental agency is often much more costly than renting from a landlord or from an already existing WG. Facebook Groups and Sites: WG & Wohnung München gesucht nung.muenchen/?fref=ts WOHNEN TROTZ MÜNCHEN rotzmuenchen/?fref=ts Wohnungen in München provisionsfrei- genmuenchen/?fref=ts Wohnung frei in München uenchen Online Real Estate Portals (English) (English) Newspaper Ads html Deposits are reimbursed once the contract is concluded. Commission is a fee that brokers and agencies charge for finding accommodation, so it is never returned. Newspaper housing sections are still a valid method when looking for options as many landlords, brokers and agencies continue to use them to advertise accommodation Short-Term Accommodation While looking for permanent accommodation, a short-term option could become a perfect temporary solution for your housing problems. Munich offers many options like youth hostels, bed and breakfasts and hotels. Also, Munich residents offer their places for short-term letting when they are temporarily away. This could be a good solution for those planning to stay for a few weeks or months, for example when doing an internship. Short-Term Accommodation List (English) (English) (English) (English) housinganywhere.com/search/munich hergebnis/noreset/1/searchpreset/fw/wrss tadt/munich Hostels (English) (English)

14 3.2.3 Housing for Help Students may live cheaply or for free in the homes of elderly people in return for helping them with the matters of daily life. In return for the assistance, elderly people either provide students with accommodation or pay them money or offer a combination of both. As a rule of thumb, one square meter of space translates into one hour of help per month. A flat rate is generally arranged to cover utility bills. The type of help can involve all aspects of the daily life and is, in general, agreed upon by the landlord and the tenant. If you need assistance while looking for accommodation, please contact your buddy and ask him or her to provide assistance with communication and inquiries with landlords or institutions that rent rooms (especially if there are language barriers). Your buddy might be able to support you in your search of accommodation and help you to find a fitting neighbourhood for you. Housing for Help accommodation/other-housing-options/ free-housing-in-exchange-for-help/ Studentenwerk and Private Halls of Residence The Studentenwerk is the biggest organisation in Germany providing external services for students and it offers the cheapest opportunities for student accommodation. However, the Studentenwerk does no longer offer their public halls of residence to Macromedia students. Nonetheless it is worth checking out the webside of the Studentenwerk, as there are a lot of useful information and links. Housing Referral Service To apply for a room there you must register at the Housing Referral Service which is free of cost. Information sessions by the Accommodation Advice Service are held daily between 9.00 am and 1.00 pm as well as 3.00 pm and 5.00 pm on Thursday, in the Housing Referral Service Advice Center. Rent: Between From 180 Euros per month. Housing Referral Service Studentenwerk (in German) Private Halls of Residence There are two kinds of halls of residence: publicly funded (The Studentenwerk) and private. Contrary to the public halls of residence, private halls of residence are open to Macromedia Students. Living at the halls of residence is the cheapest option for students, which is why this solution is so popular and often have waiting lists. Applications have to be made directly to the owners and procedures vary with each institution, which is why applicants should look for specific information on the websites of the residences. Rent: From 180 Euros per month. Privately Run Halls of Residence List PUBLIC TRANSPORT Moving around in Munich The best way of getting around in Munich is to use the very well-functioning public transport system. There are buses, subways (U-Bahn), suburban trains (S-Bahn), regional and mainland trains (Regional- und Fernzüge) and ferries to travel around. The Munich public transportation authority is the MVV (Münchner Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund). The MVV transportation area is divided into four different fare zones (zone one being the Innenraum). The MVV offers a variety of tickets and different savingschemes, including discount fares for students. Costs depending on how many zones of the MVV s transportation network you would like to use. (per month approximately 25% discount compared to a regular monthly ticket, weekly discounts also available). To apply for a student discount, you will need the following documents: completed application form, ID card or passport, certificate of registration for Munich and student ID or enrolment certificate. Application need to be made in person at one of the MVG-service centers. The necessary application form to apply for a student discount you ll get with your enrolment at Macromedia University. You have to buy your reduced monthly tickets at the beginning of each month at MVV and prolong the tariff at the beginning of each semester. Vouchers for prolongation of your student rate you ll get at Macromedia University s Student Service Desk. The purchase of monthly MVV tickets is not obligatory with enrolment, but it is by far the best and most reasonable way to get around in Munich. MVG Service Center Poccistrasse Munich Subway station: Poccistrasse (Line U3, U6) Phone: +49 (0) As a nature friendly alternative, students may use a bicycle to get around town. Munich is well built for biking and distances are not too long.

15 3.3.2 Where and How To Find Macromedia University s Munich Campuses The Macromedia University s Master and Bachelor schools are located in the center of Munich within walking distance of each other. Gollierstraße and Bayerstraße locations are easy to find for students and visitors every day. With a couple of train stations around (Hauptbahnhof, Hackerbrücke, Theresienwiese, Schwanthalerhöhe), besides several tram and bus connection lines. To get on time to your lessons will not be a problem. Getting to Macromedia University s Munich Campus Gollierstraße By Rail About 12 minutes walking from Munich Central Railway Station. S-Bahn Take the S-Bahn at Central Railway Station (downstairs) and get off at Hackerbrücke. Then walk left towards Theresienwiese and cross Landsberger Straße over a bridge. After passing the Hacker Pschorr building walk right into Gollierstraße. U-Bahn (Underground) Get off at Theresienwiese, take the Theresienwiese exit. Then go right along the footpath towards Bavaria Ring and then left along Bavaria Ring, which continues into Theresienhöhe. At the next junction, cross the road towards the Hacker-Pschorr building and then into Gollierstraße. Macromedia University s Munich Campus Gollierstraße Getting to Macromedia University s Munich Campus Bayerstraße About 10 minutes walking from Munich Central Railway Station. By Tram Take Tram Nr. 18 or 19 at Central Railway Station, exit at Bayerstraße. They go every 5 Minutes. Leave the Address Bayerstraße München Phone: +49 (0) Macromedia University s Munich Campus Gollierstraße tram at Hermann-Lingg-Straße. By Air Take the S-Bahn (S1 or S8) from Munich airport to Hackerbrücke. The trains leave every 10 minutes for Munich city. It takes approximately 45 minutes. At Hackerbrücke walk left towards Theresienwiese, take the footpath and walk down the stairs to Bayerstraße. Schedule information trains Schedule information Munich Transport Macromedia University s Munich Campus Bayerstraße By Air Take the S-Bahn (S1 or S8) from Munich airport to Hackerbrücke. The trains leave every 10 minutes for Munich city. It takes approximately 45 minutes. Address Gollierstraße München Phone: +49 (0) Macromedia University s Munich Campus Bayerstraße

16 + 3.4 UNIVERSITY SPORTS Whether it is football, basketball, you will have to register with university badminton or volleyball you would like to sports before the semester starts and pursue, the options are almost unlimited if register for courses if the number of you join university sports in Munich. participants is limited. You can find University sports are offered by the major detailed information on the university universities but may be used by sports websites: Macromedia students as well. Students get a discount for the already low priced courses and fitness facilities. In general AND HERE SOME EXTRA HELP Moving to a new city is always interesting, challenging and full of discoveries, although usually it takes some time to realize all the possibilities a new place has to offer in terms of art, culture, entertainment, etc. In this section we would like to share with you some useful and interesting information gathered by former students. So now that you are here it is time to get involved, enjoy your time and make your stay in Germany unforgettable! Munich Information and Free Time Event Guide In Muenchen Prinz Whats on in munich! City of Munich (official) Cinemas in English language Theatiner Film Museum-Lichtspiele Cinema Studio Isabella Arri Kino Mathaeser International Communities Expatica Toy Town Germany IFM Munich International Friends Couch Surfing Munich Neu in München Hispanos en Munich / Italiener in Muenchen www. facebook.com/groups/ / DeutsChinesisch Munich China www. facebook.com/groups/ / Sports Partners Fürstenrieder Fußballrunde / Fahrrad Fahren Munich /

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