The online course is designed to prepare students for everyday life in Germany as well as for living as an international student at a German university. After completing the course, learners will
• be provided with basic knowledge about Germany referring to geographical, political and economic aspects; be familiar with German culture and media landscape, traditions and German language
• be able to start their studies at a German university, the Friedrich-Alexander-University (FAU) Erlangen-Nuremberg, its history, structure, administration, facilities and online platforms
• be familiar with German academic traditions; course system and ECTS system; be able to organize their studies; get information on support and advice services; be able to write papers in academic English
• have a basic knowledge on interpersonal and intercultural communication; verbal and nonverbal communication; stereotypes and their effects; be able to discuss the pros and cons of the approach of Intercultural Standards; be familiar with the Development Model of Intercultural Sensitivity (DMIS) and be able to apply it in intercultural situations.
For Students from Ukraine: Welcome! We are happy about your participation in this course. Please note that the assessment of the course may have to be arranged separately to the other students. You will be informed about this in good time in the forum (only if available in the course!) / by e-mail.
