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Welcome to Munich

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Welcome to Munich

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8 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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1 week to complete

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8 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

35 reviews

Beginner level

No prior experience required

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

You will understand what makes Munich a special place to study
You will know where you can get the most important information regarding your stay in Munich.
You will be able to evaluate if Munich might be the right place for you to study and what possibilities in personal development you will gain.
You will know about the timeline and the planning steps it takes to successfully apply and study in Munich.

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There are 8 modules in this course

Would you like to spend some time of your study experience or even your whole study course abroad? Did you hear about the top universities in Germany? Then "Welcome to Munich"!

In the first modules of this course we will show you, why Munich and its universities - especially the Technical University of Munich - will be a rewarding choice for you while making your dream of studying abroad come true. In the next modules you will learn what you have to do before coming here and how to get started at the university once you've arrived. And last but not least, we will provide you with tips and information about how to find your study-life-balance in Munich and the surrounding areas. What are you waiting for? Start this course now and we will see you soon in Munich!

Module details

Welcome to our MOOC! You will get to know the course instructors and more information about the course structure, course rules and where to get help if needed.

What's included

1 video1 reading1 discussion prompt

This module focuses on the city of Munich and why it is such a great choice to spend your time abroad here. We will give you some information about the city itself, but also about the biggest universities - the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, the Hochschule München and the Technische Universität München.

What's included

3 videos6 readings1 discussion prompt

3 videosTotal 6 minutes

Introduction1 minute
10 Reasons why Munich is a great city to study4 minutes
Why did you choose Munich? 1 minute

6 readingsTotal 60 minutes

Guiding questions5 minutes
Optional: Links to get to know the city10 minutes
Facts and figures: Bavaria and Munich10 minutes
Facts and Figures: the biggest Universities in Munich at a glance15 minutes
Getting to know the universities - important links10 minutes
Student survey results10 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

What do YOU think?10 minutes

This module will give you some information about Munich as a city and its universities. You will also hear some personal statements of international students on why TUM is a great university to pursue a degree.

What's included

3 videos4 readings1 discussion prompt

Now it's time for action! We will provide information about where to seek advice and get the proper info. Also we will show you what you need to know as an exchange or degree seeking student. Furthermore, securing an accommodation in Munich will be a big topic in this module.

What's included

4 videos8 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt

4 videosTotal 7 minutes

Introduction Video0 minutes
CST - General student advising2 minutes
Learning German 2 minutes
Students' experience3 minutes

8 readingsTotal 75 minutes

Guiding questions5 minutes
General Information10 minutes
What you need to know5 minutes
What you need to know5 minutes
German courses online10 minutes
Living in Munich10 minutes
FAQs: Accommodation20 minutes
Living expenses10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 12 minutes

True or false?2 minutes
Who's your contact?2 minutes
One quick Quiz-Question2 minutes
Test your knowledge on Finding Accommodation4 minutes
What do you estimate?2 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Challenges10 minutes

When finally they arrive in Munich, for many students it's not really easy to accommodate. Therefore we will show you, what needs to be done after you move here, as well as provide tips on how to explore your new hometown and a new culture.

What's included

4 videos6 readings2 assignments2 discussion prompts

4 videosTotal 22 minutes

Introduction 1 minute
Student voices6 minutes
Interview: Cultural standards and culture blues 7 minutes
Interview: Buddy Program 8 minutes

6 readingsTotal 70 minutes

Guiding questions5 minutes
What you need to do after your arrival - a checklist for the basics10 minutes
Explore a new City_Transport10 minutes
Explore a new City - Neighbourhoods15 minutes
Tips for a good start20 minutes
A quick overview for degree seeking students10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 13 minutes

Do you know your way around Munich?8 minutes
Thoughts on Culture5 minutes

2 discussion promptsTotal 20 minutes

New Beginnings10 minutes
Differences10 minutes

Once you are settled, it's not long until university starts! We will show you what's important to know about the German Study System as well as some useful information about your daily life as a student.

What's included

12 videos10 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt

12 videosTotal 25 minutes

Introduction1 minute
Student voices: Studying in Germany3 minutes
Interview Karla 5 minutes
Karla's WG Life in Munich2 minutes
TUMi Interview Bergmann1 minute
Student Voices: orientation weeks1 minute
Orientation weeks for exchange students1 minute
Information for degree seeking students1 minute
Offers for degree seeking students2 minutes
Language Center3 minutes
Activities for international students2 minutes
Language Center 1 minute

10 readingsTotal 75 minutes

Guiding questions5 minutes
German study system20 minutes
Social study skills8 minutes
Amenities for Students15 minutes
ProLehre Study tips3 minutes
Interview with TUM Grading Office5 minutes
What are orientation weeks?3 minutes
Information for exchange students3 minutes
Information for degree seeking students3 minutes
Activities during the semester10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 22 minutes

Test your knowledge on studying in Germany6 minutes
Find out what you know about orientation at TUM!10 minutes
Do you know about activities during the semester?6 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Studying in Germany10 minutes

Unfortunately, for some "leisure time" means also "sidejob time", so we have some information about the regularities concerning working as an international student in Germany. Finally: Last but not least - let's have some fun! We will provide you with some tips on what to do in Munich and nice trips to surrounding landmarks.