Study Abroad Program. at Hof University of Applied Sciences. University details

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1 Study Abroad Program at Hof University of Applied Sciences University details Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hof Hof University of Applied Sciences Alfons-Goppel-Platz Hof, Germany Erasmus code D HOF01 EUC number Head of International Office University co-operations Susanne Krause Phone: [email protected] Coordinator for incoming & outgoing students Business Department Sonja Andörfer Phone: [email protected] Coordinator for incoming & outgoing students Department of Computer Science Engineering Department Angela Bretzel Phone: [email protected] Erasmus Coordinator Staff and Teaching mobility Jörg Noldin Phone: Fax: [email protected] Coordinator Incoming teachers International Marketing Nerissa Schwarz Phone: Fax: [email protected] Coordinator Summer Schools Short-term teaching projects Tina Seidel Phone: Fax: [email protected] 1

2 EXCHANGE AGREEMENT Regarding the maximum number of students which will be accepted at Hof university, please contact the International Office of your home institution for details. ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2014 / 2015 WINTER SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER Intensive Language Course/ Orientation week Suggested Arrival Dates Please arrange arrival not earlier than 3 days prior start of the official program. Class Dates Examination Period Semester Breaks Undergraduate programs (language of instruction) Postgraduate programs (language of instruction) Business Management B.A. (German) International Management B.A. (German/English) Business Law LLB (German/English) Media Design B.A. (German) Computer Science B.Sc. (German/individual study projects in English) Media IT B.Sc. (German) Business IT B.Sc. (German) Material and Surface Engineering B.Eng. (German/English) Mobile Computing (German) Industrial Engineering B.Eng. (German/English) Mechanical Engineering B.Eng (German/English) Environmental Engineering B.Eng (German/English) Innovative Textiles B.Eng. (German/English) Textile Design B.A. (German/individual study projects in English) Global Management MA. (English) Marketing Management MBA (German) Supply Chain Management MBA (German/English) Human Resources and Labour Law MBA/LLM (German) Internet Web Sciences M.Sc. (German/English) Composite Materials M.Eng. (German) Mechanical Engineering M.Eng. (German) Project Management MA. (German) 2

3 APPLICATION PROCESS Application Requirements Exchange students need to apply through online application system (see link below). After the application has been submitted online, your application will be created as a PDF-Document which needs to be printed out and signed by you and your coordinator. The paper application form has to be posted to our institution in time. Please note that our office cannot process the application without the required enclosures and signatures: application form letter of motivation (only dual degree applicants) 4 photos copy of passport proof of health insurance financial statement accommodation form The receipt will be confirmed via . Acceptance letters will be sent approx. one week after the deadline. An administrative fee of 78,70 EUR is due per semester. Online Application Link Application Deadline Application form English Application form German Deadline Winter Semester: 30 June Deadline Spring Semester: 15 November FURTHER INFORMATION Meet and Greet Service We take care to pick up our exchange students upon their arrival in Hof and bring them directly to their accommodation. Visa Requirements Please enquire at your local German embassy about visa requirements applicable. 3

4 Medical Insurance / Health Services The German government and the European Union have made it mandatory for all foreign students to have a health insurance for the entire duration of their studies. Students from EU partners have to present the European Health Insurance Card. It is essential that the Insurance Card is valid for the entire study period. Students from Non-EU partner need to take out a health insurance which covers the entire study period. In case a sufficient health insurance from the home country is available, we need a confirmation (in English or German) from the insurance company about the insurance status. Please note that translations need to be certified! In case the existing health insurance is not covering the study abroad, an additional insurance has to be taken out. Please compare several companies and decide independently and let us have a confirmation letter. Housing Options and Costs Exchange students from our partner institutions may live in one of our student dormitories (single rooms): Costs: approx /per month plus electricity, water, internet, heating, furniture. The Accommodation Form will be downloaded together with the Application Form. Please send the Accommodation Form together with the application to the responsible coordinator. Housing Opportunities Estimated costs of living In general, students should have approx. 650 per month at their disposal for their cost of living. Orientation Program For our exchange students, we offer a two-week German Intensive Course and Orientation Period before the start of each semester. During this period, the student will not only meet the other international students and get to know the university. We will also help with all administrative issues needed for studying in Hof (e.g. registration with the Foreigner s Office, enrolment, time table, rental contract, health insurance etc.). This will guarantee a relaxed start before the actual lectures begin. Language Requirement For lectures held in English: at least B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. For lectures held in German: at least B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. 4

5 Subject choice Exchange students (undergraduate) can choose their subjects from any of the Bachelor courses offered. Exchange students (postgraduate) can choose their subjects from any of the Bachelor and Master courses offered. However, all exchange students have to fulfill the requirements set by their home institution. Work Load According to the guidelines of the European Commission, 60 credits represent the workload of a year of study, 30 credits are given for a semester. Credits are awarded only when the subject has been completed and all required examinations have been successfully taken. Exchange student can take as many subjects as they wish but it is advisable to take no more than credits. Language Center Please find an overview of all language courses on our website: INTERESTING WEBSITES International Office Hof University DAAD About Germany About Hof & November