Thinking about graduate school? Come learn what opportunities at UAS7 and other German universities await you! The Germany Grad Fair 2020 is your pass to explore the exciting opportunities for research, funding, internships and career advancement through graduate studies in Germany! For undergraduate or a graduate students, young professionals, career service advisors or everyone interested in graduate studies in Germany!
When: Friday, March 27th from 4.30pm to 7.00pm Where: German Consulate General of New York, 871 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017 Entrance is free but RSVP required.
With hundreds of respected universities to choose from as well as its location in the heart of Europe, it’s no wonder that Germany consistently ranks as one of the most popular countries in the world in which to study. In fact, Germany has been ranked as the fourth most popular destination for international students in the world (after the US, UK and Australia)*. Learn what opportunities await you for graduate studies in the land of ideas.
Did you know
Most degree programs at top-ranked institutions charge little to no tuition fees
Germany has attractive job opportunities for young people and has a high ranking in work-life balance
Germany’s position as a European powerhouse means that many of its universities offer great job prospects – in fact, a lot of foreign students love the country so much that they choose to continue living in Germany after their studies. What’s more, Germany can be a relatively inexpensive country to study in, as a lot of programs have little to no tuition fees for both domestic and international students.
Meet with representatives from a wide variety of German universities, funding and exchange institutions, and the German consulate – who will all be happy to answer your questions. Learn from our panel of alumni and professionals (5.00pm) what doors a German graduate degree can open for you and find out about the different kinds of universities in Germany: The UAS7 team will be there to provide information about our consortium of seven Universities of Applied Sciencescommitted to excellence in teaching and research.
List of Participants:
Campus OWL
Hochschule Fresenius University of Applied Sciences
Charlotte is a student at Bremen City University of Applied Sciences, which is a member of the UAS7 alliance. She went abroad to the University of Pittsburgh as part of the UAS7 Study Program, because she had heard a lot of good things about the University and the city before – and she was not disappointed! We interviewed her shortly after her return to Germany.
Why did you decide to spend your
exchange term in Pittsburgh with UAS7?
I had already been to the U.S.
a few times before. During these visits, I liked the country a lot and I became
curious about its people and culture. I was really fascinated by the U.S., so I
started dreaming of studying there as an exchange student to get to know
another study system and also to learn more about the country and the people. Thanks to UAS7, I had the great opportunity to
fulfill one of my dreams.
How did you hear about UAS7?
To learn more about my possibilities to spend a semester abroad in the
U.S. and to get an idea of what to expect, I read through the testimonies of
former exchange students. All those who had been to the USA mentioned UAS7
again and again.
I asked the International Office of my university and they explained to
me that my university is part of the UAS7 alliance and that I can spend my
semester abroad at the University of Pittsburgh with the help of the Study
Program.
Tell us about your experience
at Pittsburgh University – what was special about studying there?
The University is great! Especially when you are an international exchange student. There are a lot of events and programs for international students. The University really wants you to get in touch with Americans and other internationals.
I was able to choose from many different classes in my own major but also in other majors. I chose five physics classes and I liked all of them a lot. What’s important to know is that the U.S. study system is different from the German system. In the U.S., they expect students to do much more for their classes and their grades. Students have to submit homework weekly or every other week. In addition, there are at least two exams for each class during the term. So, it’s hard work, but everything is possible! The professors really want their students to succeed. Moreover, the university offers many clubs, sports and events to help students escape from everyday university life, which can sometimes be stressful.
Charlotte and fellow UAS7 exchange students in Pittsburgh
What have you enjoyed most about your stay?
I really liked the people. Americans are generally very friendly and more open-minded than many other people. But I also really liked the city. You can do a lot of different things in Pittsburgh. You can go shopping at the Shadyside. You can see a lot of different sports teams and also go hiking in the parks. And not to forget the traveling. There are so many different opportunities to travel across the U.S. You can easily live like a native there.
Would you recommend Pittsburgh as a destination to international students?
Absolutely! Pittsburgh has a
lot to offer. There are so many possibilities to visit museums, galleries,
sports events or to do some shopping. You never get bored in the city. And the
best part is that you can visit most of the galleries and museums for free with
your student ID.
I really loved my time in
Pittsburgh, and I can only recommend studying at the University of Pittsburgh.
Are you still in touch with
the USA?
Yes, I am still in touch with
some of the friends I made in the U.S. We already plan to meet again this
summer. Hopefully, I can see all of them again.
Last question: What are your
future plans?
I will finish my undergraduate studies in Germany next year. I am already thinking about doing my graduate studies in the U.S. because I really liked the university system there. The time in the U.S really got me into traveling so I also want to see more of the world. But it also inspires me to learn as much as possible different cultures and topics other than my major study topic.
[Questions: Inga Schulze-Velmede, UAS7 New York Intern]
Info
Students enrolled at UAS7 universities are eligible to study at one of the UAS7 partner universities in the U.S. for one term each year. Further information is available on our website or at the International Offices of our seven universities.
UPDATE: Due to the COVID19 pandemic, almost all UAS7 summer programs will be cancelled for 2020. We are looking forward to the next round of summer schools in 2021! Stay safe and healthy.
Make Germany your destination for a unique international experience this summer while earning academic credit. UAS7 summer programs are a top destination for students from all over the world seeking to learn in a truly global environment.
5 destinations – 40 opportunities
UAS7 universities offer a wide range of summer programs covering diverse topics in the fields of business, engineering, law, social sciences, politics, languages & culture each summer. A great opportunity for students from across the world to learn German, deepen their knowledge in their area of expertise or try out something new, while working with experienced lecturers and fellow international students.
In addition to class work, most summer schools include field trips, company visits or excursions. In your free time, you will be able to explore the region, the country and even the European Union – our universities are located at the heart of Europe with only short distances to major European cities such as Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Copenhagen or Prague.
Apply Now!
Applications for most summer schools are now open. Application deadlines vary, depending on the beginning of the summer school. However, most deadlines end between Mid-February & Mid-April! You will find detailed information on the programs’ websites.
Name: Elizabeth Haeckler Major: Chemical Engineering From: Pittsburgh University To: MUAS Program: Study Program, Spring 2019
Elizabeth Haeckler, a Chemical Engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh, participated in the UAS7 Study Program in spring 2019. For one term, Liz was enrolled in the Engineering and Management program at Munich University of Applied Sciences (MUAS). In this interview, she talks about her experience.
Liz, why did you decide to apply for the Study Program?
I wanted to study abroad because I learn by doing. What you read in a textbook takes on a new meaning when you are standing by the Berlin Wall or on Hitler’s Rally Grounds. The events become real and you begin to understand the impact they had on the local citizens. Germans specifically embrace their history, teaching future generations, so it is not repeated.
Being immersed in a new country also allowed me to learn the language more easily and experience the Bavarian culture through locals.
What did you enjoy most about your stay?
Making friends from around the world and getting to see their perspectives on travel, culture, and engineering!
Liz at “Frühlingsfest”, the smaller sister festival to Oktoberfest – in her very own Dirndl!
Hiking near Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles.
Touring the oldest brewery in the world, the Weihenstephan brewery.
To whom would you recommend applying to the Study Program?
Anyone who has a thirst for knowledge about European culture or language, but especially engineering majors. My study abroad gave me a global perspective on human-centered design, allowing me to understand what different nationalities value and apply German solutions to American problems.
Any tips for future SIP students?
Practical tip: Use an online bank! They are backed the same way as normal branches, but are easier accounts to manage.
Travel tip: Explore the region you are in. While each major European city has its charm, eventually they begin to look the same. Opt to explore the nature and secrets of the area you are in. My favorite travels were where the tourists were not. If you enjoy nature, take a trip to Slovenia. Lake Bled and Vintgar Gorge are some of the most beautiful places I visited while abroad.
Thanks for sharing your experience, Liz!
Info UAS7 provides study and internship opportunities for students enrolled at accredited colleges and universities in Canada and the United States as well as students enrolled at one of our partner institutions in Brazil.
You’re searching for a study or internship opportunity abroad? Put Germany on your resume and come study or intern at one of seven top Universities of Applied Sciences throughout Germany. Applications for the Fall 2020 semester will now be accepted through February 15th!
The UAS7 Study & Internship Program (SIP) allows undergraduate students enrolled at accredited colleges and universities in the United States and Canada to study, intern or do a combination of both in Germany.
Choose the UAS7 Program that fits you best, considering your goals, skills and timeframe and list up to three destinations or research labs on your application, so there is a good chance you will get into your top choices. There are opportunities in Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Bremen, Munster, Osnabruck and Cologne!
Apply your academic and professional skills in a hands-on supervised internship in a UAS7 research laboratory team. Check out all available internship projects here.
Do a combination of both: Spend the German Wintersemester studying on a UAS7 member campus, and follow up your academic semester successfully with an internship.
Thanks to our UAS’s strong emphasis on practical-oriented teaching and application-oriented research and development you can gain valuable experience and therefore higher chances on the jobmarket. Don’t miss this opportunity and apply now!
Don’t hesitate to contact us at info@uas7.org for more information.
2019 has been a particularly busy year for the UAS7 New York Liaison Office. At the end of the year, we want to look back and seize the opportunity to thank our supporters again – please enjoy the highlights below.
2019 Highlights
Deutschlandjahr USA – The Year of German American Friendship
One of our main activities in 2019 was the Deutschlandjahr. We ran an event series on “Employability (made) in Germany” in five different states in the U.S. At each of these events, a panel of representatives of UAS7 partner universities, companies, UAS7, business organizations as well as alumni discussed “Employability (made) in Germany” opportunities. The five events featured seven high-ranking UAS7 members, nine speakers and moderators from our host universities, 25 representatives of Germany-based companies, six speakers from German American Chambers of Commerce and other business organizations, and three alumni. More than 350 audience members joined us over the course of the series. More information about the events can be found here. Recently, we also shared the five key lessons this experience has taught us.
“Employability (made) in Germany” at the University of Alabama in Huntsville
U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama
Our Employability panel included university administrators and executives, business representatives, an alum, and Michael H. Johnson the Honorary Consul who introduced the event. Nicole Heimann of the German American Chamber of Commerce South moderated. The Alabama-Germany Partnership supported us tremendously here. Thank you to everyone!! Here, you can watch our wonderful video summary of the event:
Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences and the University of Southern Indiana have a long-standing partnership. Our joint “Employability (made) in Germany” event on April 17 drew a large group of students and staff, as well as the German Honorary Consul of Indiana Sven Schumacher who also provided remarks. The Osnabrück and UAS7 delegation were very well received. Highlights included a dinner with the mayor of Evansville and meetings with high-ranking university representatives.
NAFSA is the largest and most dynamic international education event in the world. In 2019, the conference took place in Washington D.C. from May 26 to 31. UAS7 participated together with colleagues from our member universities. Traditionally, we invited our colleagues and partners to a Partners’ Luncheon on the first day of the conference. NAFSA, once again, was a great networking opportunity, which fostered the exchange with our colleagues and partners.
This year, the GAIN Conference (German Academic International Network) took place in San Francisco from August 23 to 25. Each year, GAIN gathers more than 500 participants who have the opportunity to meet with German scientists, researchers, and stakeholders from politics and industry. UAS7 organized a workshop on „Personal Career Paths“ in cooperation with Hochschulallianz für den Mittelstand and participated in the “Talent Fair” to actively network with German researchers and scientists who are potentially interested in a return to Germany.
“Employability (made) in Germany” at Wichita State University
In fall, our Deutschlandjahr activities picked up steam again. On September 11, 2019 we went to Wichita State University (WSU), a long-term partner of the Berlin School of Economics and Law, in the heart of Kansas. Panelists at our event included UAS7 President Professor Andreas Zaby, President of Berlin School of Economics and Law, speakers from Airbus, Siemens and GACC Midwest, as well as a Professor of Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (and Airbus employee). The event attracted 75 audience members, including high-level staff of Wichita State University. Before the event, we were particularly happy to be able to meet with WSU Interim President Andy Tomkins to talk about opportunities for future collaboration. Thanks to everyone who participated!
The Ambassador’s Initiative: “Science Meets Oktoberfest” in Columbus, Ohio
German Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences invited the Ohio State University community as well as everyone in Columbus, OH, interested in German career options for a fun night out with German education, beer and brats.
On the occasion of Deutschlandjahr, the German university liaison offices at the German Haus, led by the University of Cologne and UAS7 offices, celebrated at the Hofbräuhaus in Columbus, Ohio. On a panel for “Science Meets Oktoberfest,” alumni of German universities and universities of applied sciences (two of them from UAS7) described their career paths and discussed the role Germany and German education plays for them today. Thank you everyone for coming out!
The Deutschlandjahr event at Clemson University on October 9 took a different format than the other events. Here we became part of the annual German Professional Business Conference organized by the German Department at Clemson University. TH Köln President Stefan Herzig provided welcoming remarks and Vice President Klaus Kreulich of Munich University of Applied Sciences delivered a keynote address in front of an audience of business representatives and students. The keynote highlighted the role of Universities of Applied Sciences, their model of applied education in Germany, and research and student exchange opportunities.
Our last “Employability”-stop this year was in Pittsburgh on October 18. The Deutschlandjahr event at the University of Pittsburgh, one of the long-term partners of UAS7 in the United States. Vice President of FH Münster University of Applied Sciences, Carsten Schröder, delivered a keynote speech at an event that featured five German companies in the area as well as the German American Chambers of Commerce: both the CEO and President of GACC New York, Dietmar Rieg, and the President of the GACC Pittsburgh Chapter, Rachel Mauer, provided words of welcome.
We concluded a year which has been more than “wunderbar” for us with a sailing tour to the Statue of Liberty to enjoy the beautiful landmarks of New York City together with friends and alumni from various universities.
Sechs UAS7-Präsidenten vor Ort in Bremen: Prof. Dr. Andreas Bertram (HS Osnabrück), Prof. Dr. Martin Leitner (HS München), Prof. Dr. Stefan Herzig (TH Köln), Prof. Dr. Ute von Lojewski (FH Münster), Prof. Dr. Karin Luckey (HS Bremen) und Prof. Dr. Andreas Zaby (HWR Berlin)
Zum zweiten Mal machte die UAS7-Roadshow “Karriereweg FH-Professur” an der Hochschule Bremen Station. Mit diesem Format wirbt UAS7 seit nunmehr drei Jahren für den Beruf der Professorin bzw. des Professors an einer Hochschule der Angewandten Wissenschaften (HAW)/Fachhochschule (FH). Es waren wieder weit über 70 Teilnehmerinnen und Teilnehmer, die sich in interaktiven Podiumsdiskussionen und persönlichen Gesprächen über den FH-Karriereweg informierten. Professorinnen und Professoren der Hochschule Bremen berichteten über ihren eigenen Weg an die Hochschule, ihren Berufsalltag zwischen Lehre, Forschung und Transfer sowie Chancen und Herausforderungen. Hochkarätige Unterstützung gab es für die Gastgeberin, Frau Prof. Dr. Karin Luckey, diesmal durch allein fünf weitere Präsidenten der UAS7-Mitgliedshochschulen aus Berlin (HWR), Osnabrück, Münster, Köln und München, die eigens nach Bremen anreisten.
Kampagne zur Gewinnung von Professorinnen und Professoren
„Mit unserer Info-Veranstaltung sprechen wir Frauen und Männer an, die eine neue berufliche Herausforderung suchen, gerne mit jungen Menschen zusammenarbeiten und sich für Themen an der Schnittstelle zwischen Bildungs-, Forschungs- und Managementaufgaben interessieren. Allen, die promoviert haben oder dies in absehbarer Zeit tun werden, sollte so der Beruf einer Professorin oder eines Professors an einer Fachhochschule (FH) als ein interessantes Berufsfeld nähergebracht werden“, umreißt Karin Luckey die Zielsetzung der Roadshow.
„UAS7 zeigt mit dieser Veranstaltung heute, dass es uns ernst ist damit, die Karrierewege von Professuren an Fachhochschulen nachhaltig zu fördern, indem wir geeignete Nachwuchswissenschaftlerinnen und -wissenschaftler für das fachhochschulspezifische Profil gewinnen und auch möglichst halten“, so Prof. Dr. Andreas Zaby, Vorsitzender von UAS7 in Bremen. Für UAS7 sei diese Veranstaltung an der Hochschule Bremen ein weiterer Schritt in „Richtung Employer Branding der Fachhochschulen, das sich als Instrument der Personalgewinnung direkt an die Wirtschaft und Industrie richtet“, so Prof. Dr. Andreas Zaby weiter. Die UAS7-Roadshow bietet denen, die noch nie mit diesem Themenfeld in Berührung gekommen sind, die Gelegenheit, erste Informationen zu sammeln und Ansprechpartner kennenzulernen. Und auch Wissenschaftler und Wissenschaftlerinnen, die schon länger mit dem Gedanken gespielt haben, an einer Fachhochschule zu lehren und zu forschen, können die in der Veranstaltungsreihe gewonnenen Informationen einen vertieften Einblick in das Berufsfeld Fachhochschulprofessur geben.
Die nächste Veranstaltung findet am 20. März 2020 an der Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht in Berlin statt (weitere Veranstaltungen und Informationen zur Roadshow finden Sie unter: http://www.uas7.de/UAS7-Roadshow-2017.178.0.html).
Prof. Dr. Andreas Zaby in seiner Begrüßungsansprache bei der 1. UAS7-Jahrestagung an der Hochschule Bremen
Erste Jahrestagung der UAS7-Hochschulen: “Strategien, Herausforderungen und Perspektiven wissenschaftlicher Weiterbildung”
Im Zusammenhang mit Fachkräftesicherung, Bildungsgerechtigkeit und Personalentwicklung hat wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung an deutschen Hochschulen in den letzten zwei Jahrzehnten an Relevanz gewonnen. Am vergangenen Donnerstag diskutierte UAS7 dazu mit Gästen aus Politik, Wissenschaft und Wirtschaft auf ihrer 1. Jahrestagung die „Strategien, Herausforderungen und Perspektiven wissenschaftlicher Weiterbildung“. Gastgeberin der UAS7-Jahrestagung war die Hochschule Bremen (HSB).
In ihrer Begrüßung hob die Rektorin der HSB, Prof. Dr. Karin Luckey, die lange Tradition wissenschaftlicher Weiterbildung an ihrer Einrichtung hervor. Dies komme auch mit dem Tagungsgebäude zum Ausdruck, in dem von 125 Jahren das Bremer Technikum eröffnet wurde und heute das neue Institut für wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung (IWW) seinen Sitz hat. „Mit der deutschlandweit ersten Professur für das Fachgebiet ,Lebenslanges Lernen‘ an einer Hochschule der Angewandten Wissenschaften verdeutlichen wir darüber den Stellenwert wissenschaftlicher Weiterbildung.“
„Ich freue mich, dass das Thema der 1. Jahrestagung der UAS7 eine so rege Beteiligung ausgelöst hat“, so Prof. Dr. Andreas Zaby, Präsident der HWR Berlin und Vorsitzender der UAS7-Allianz, in seiner Eröffnungsansprache. „Der Zugang zu Bildung und Weiterbildung als Grundlage gesellschaftlicher Teilhabe, persönlicher Entwicklung und beruflicher Karrieren, stellt aktuell nicht nur die Akteure des Bildungssystems, sondern auch Politik und Wirtschaft vor zentrale Herausforderungen“, so Andreas Zaby weiter. „In diesem Kontext hat lebenslanges Lernen und wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung an deutschen Hochschulen – auch durch eine verstärkte Förderung – in den letzten zwei Jahrzehnten an Relevanz gewonnen. Es zeigt sich jedoch, dass dieses Potential von Hochschulen vielfach noch nicht systematisch genutzt wird. Uns als UAS7 verbindet die Profilbildung in diesem immer wichtigeren Bereich.“
Die Erste Jahrestagung zur wissenschaftlichen Weiterbildung an der Hochschule Bremen war der Auftakt zu einer Reihe von Veranstaltungen, die einmal jährlich an einer UAS7-Hochschule stattfinden werden. Dabei steht ein aktuelles Thema wissenschaftspolitischer Natur im Mittelpunkt – und dies in enger Kooperation mit Partnern aus Wirtschaft und Politik. Die nächsten Stationen der UAS7-Jahrestagung werden 2020 die HAW Hamburg und 2021 die Hochschule München sein.
Fotos: Hochschule Bremen / Marcus Meyer Photography.
Participants from Münster, Cologne, Chile and Brazil at the opening ceremony “2nd Meeting UNISINOS-UAS7, Moving the City” in Sao Leopoldo
An “International student week for entrepreneurship” took place from Nov 11th to Nov 14th in São Leopoldo (RS). Coordinated by UNISINOS, Tecnosinos and FH Münster in an unique and innovative format, “Design the Future” was set up together with students from two UAS7 universities, FH Münster and TH Köln, as well as partners from Brazil and Chile and German based companies such as SAP, Fraport and Stihl. During the four days, the participating students were guided through the process of an innovation concept, developed by Prof. Thorsten Kliewe and Carsten Schröder, Vice President of FH Münster and Prof. Tatiana Rocha from UNISINOS. Hosted in the SAP Latin America Labs, the student teams had the optimal atmosphere for innovation and collaboration and to transform main challenges of the City of Sao Leopoldo, which they learned to understand with the help of the City itself, into real life scenarios. 10 different teams, three of them based in Münster, developed ideas and projects chosen among four topics such as pollution, traffic, education and renewable energies. The students worked in an atmosphere that encouraged them to think entrepreneurial and act likewise. Given two days to explore, design and present their ideas in a pitch in front of jurors, remarkable projects were carried out and the municipality of Sao Leopoldo can now take them into account for their future development. Methods such as Design Thinking as a general approach, were used, supported by SAP coaches and adapted to fit the specific setting using canvas and mockups. The interdisciplinary, multinational teams learned entrepreneurial thinking and acting, applied their knowledge and skills for first social business ideas and learned to describe them as a conceptual sketch and could develop furthermore their social and intercultural skills.
During the Design Thinking Workshop at SAP Sao Leopoldo
Our last stop of Employability (made) in Germany brought us to to our partner university the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 18, 2019, for a networking event focusing on Germany-oriented careers. Jessica Sun, University of Pittsburgh, led through the program. Carsten Schröder, Vice President for Knowledge Transfer, Cooperation and Innovation at FH Münster University of Applied Sciences, and Dietmar Rieg and Rachel Mauer, Presidents of the German American Chamber of Commerce in New York and in Pittsburgh delivered the remarks. They each highlighted the transatlantic connections and academic exchange between Germany and the United States.
Five German companies of the Pittsburgh area –Aldi, Covestro, Foerster, Lanxess and Leybold – joined us. They provided all students in the audience with the opportunity to learn about their companies in an intimate setting, talk about internships and career paths. The event included three sessions of rotating roundtable discussions followed by a networking hour. Traditional German snacks from Hofbräuhaus and Penn Brewery were provided to the participants during the event.
With the event at the University of Pittsburgh we concluded our event series “Employability (made) in Germany”, supported by Wunderbar Together, by the German Center for Research and Innovation, by the German American Chambers of Commerce in different areas across the United States and by countless German-rooted companies along the way. We can look back to a successful year of German-American friendship, thanks to the help and support we received from the respective participating institutions.
Please stay tuned for our upcoming key take-aways from the “Employability (made) in Germany” tour 2019!
From left to right: Arielle Schweber, University of Pittsburgh, Patrizia Nobbe, UAS7 New York and Carsten Schröder, FH Muenster University of Applied Sciences in front of the Pittsburgh Panther. Thank you to the University of Pittsburgh! Photo on Top of the Post:From left to right: Dietmar Rieg, President of the German American Chamber of Commerce New York, Carsten Schröder, Vice President for Knowledge Transfer, Cooperation and Innovation at FH Muenster University of Applied Sciences, Jessica Sun, Exchange Program Manager at Study Abroad Office at the University of Pittsburgh, Patrizia Nobbe, Executive Director of the UAS7 New York Liaison Office, Rachel Mauer, President of the German American Chamber of Commerce Pittsburgh and Lisa Conturo, former UAS7 SIP exchange student and now at the German American Chamber in Pittsburgh also, Oksana Stalczynski, Program Manager at Study Abroad Office, and Arielle Schweber, International Programs Manager at Pittsburgh University of Applied Sciences.