In the first module, Language, you will take German or English courses at various levels, with a special focus on technical language skills. You will improve both your oral and written expression skills in an academic environment.
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StudyFit: Study success courses for international students
The study success course "StudyFit" is aimed at international students from the 2nd semester onwards in Bachelor's and Master's degree programs who want to improve their academic skills and ensure their academic success.
StudyFit is a modular program in which you choose courses yourself from 6 subject areas. In total, you will attend courses with a total of 4 SWS, divided into courses during the lecture period and block courses during the lecture-free period.
Each module is designed to address specific challenges that international students often face and provides practical strategies and resources to overcome these challenges.
The following modules are offered in the Student Success Course:
Module 2: Scientific work and writing
In the second module, Scientific Work and Writing, you will learn the basics of scientific work. This includes literature research and source evaluation, structuring and writing academic texts as well as citation techniques and avoiding plagiarism.
Courses in this module:
- My first term paper at RUB
- Reading and understanding academic texts
- Building up a scientific vocabulary
- Literature research & citation
Module 3: Counseling
Counseling is an elementary component of participation in the Study Success Course. At least one consultation at the International Office is mandatory. Together we look at the course of study and show you which additional counseling services would be useful.
You can arrange counseling appointments via the booking tool in the Moodle course.
Module 4: Intercultural and social issues
In the fourth module, Intercultural/Social, we promote your intercultural awareness. This module supports you in social integration on campus, building and maintaining networks and participating in social and cultural activities.
Events in this module:
- Intercultural training
- Campus Guides Project
- Language Guide in the language café
Modul 5: Coaching Studio
In the fifth module, Coaching Studio , you will take part in the services offered by the RUB's Psychological Counseling Service. Here you can choose between courses in German and English.
Courses in this module:
- Procrastination/Procrastination
- Speaking in front of groups/Public Speaking
- Exam anxiety/Fear of Exams
- Time management
- Stress management
- Efficient communication
- Exam support group
- Open support group
Module 6: Framework conditions for living and studying in Germany
The sixth module, Framework Conditions for Living and Studying in Germany, offers you an orientation to the German higher education system and explains the legal framework, such as visas, residence permits and work permits.
Events in this module:
- Info session on immigration law for international students
- Study financing for international students
- Application and Career Training (in English)
How does it work?
To find out which modules and courses are best suited to you and your studies, we invite you to a prior consultation with us and create an individual course plan with you.
Courses from the following modules are compulsory:
- Academic work and writing
- Counseling
- Intercultural/Social
- Coaching Studio
You can then choose freely from the other modules according to your interests.
What are the benefits of the Study Success Course?
After successfully completing all modules, you will receive a certificate attesting to the skills and knowledge you have acquired. This certificate can be an advantage for future job applications and professional activities.
Registration
Registration takes place via Moodle and is possible from July 20, 2024.
