Karl Franzenes ät Graz

This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

JOHANNES KEPLER UNIVERSITÄT LINZ

Linz (pop. 200,000) Language of instruction: German, some English Academic year or semester exchanges http://www.uni-linz.ac.at/international/index.htm Course Links

• Modern campus-style university with innovative interdisciplinary programs in business and technology; renowned center for computer research.
• Location combines attractions of commercial and cultural center with access to skiing, sailing and mountaineering.
• Individualized attention; friendly institution.

Profile: The Hochschule fur Sozialund Wirtschaftswissenschaften first opened in 1966. It was renamed the Johannes Kepler Universität Linz in 1975, after the famous astronomer who resided in Linz from 1612 to 1626. The university is located six kilometers from downtown. Total enrollment: about 17,000 students (1,300 international students).

Locale: Located on the banks of the Danube, Linz has its origin in a Roman settlement and served as a residence for German emperors during the Middle Ages. The third largest city in Austria, Linz is a flourishing industrial, commercial and cultural center. The main square in the center of the city, laid out as a market place in 1260, is surrounded by a pedestrian zone with a variety of shops and cafes. From Linz, it is one hour's drive to the Austrian Lake District with sailing, mountaineering and skiing facilities.

Divisions: Faculties of Law; Social and Economic Sciences (arts and cultural management, business administration, computer science for business, economics, socioeconomic, environmental planning, history [contemporary, economic and social], international business and languages [Chinese, Czech, French, English, Italian, Russian, Spanish], sociology, statistics); Technical and Natural Sciences (business engineering, computer science, mechatronics, pedagogical studies in chemistry, physics, technical chemistry, technical mathematics, technical physics).

Academic notes: Business administration, international business and languages, computer science for business, economics, mathematics in industry, mechatronics (combination of mechanics, electronics and computer science) are recommended for ISEP participants.

Language notes: Students should have reached the intermediate-level of German prior to their exchange. JKUL offers a 3-week intensive German course prior to the beginning of each semester (partly included in ISEP benefits; the ISEP coordinator will inform you about the details once you are accepted). Intensive German courses are available during the academic year in conjunction with a reduced number of regular courses (included in ISEP benefits). Some courses taught in English (mostly by visiting professors) are available in business administration.

Room and board: Students will be housed in double-occupancy rooms in modern residence halls. A stipend will be provided to cover the cost of meals.

Exchange dates: Early October to early July, early October to late January, early March to early July.

Special conditions: Students should have junior-level standing.

This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

KARL-FRANZENS-UNIVERSITÄT GRAZ

Graz (pop. 250,000) Language of instruction: German Academic year or semester exchanges http://www.kfunigraz.ac.at/ Course information

• One of the most internationally oriented universities in Austria.
• Off the beaten path of European tourists.
• Combines the opportunities and facilities offered by a large public institution with the charm and personal attention usually found only in private universities.

Profile : Originally founded in 1585 by the Habsburg Archduke Karl II, Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz was re-installed by the Habsburg Emperor Franz I in 1837, resulting in the university bearing both the Habsburg leaders' names. The university is the second largest in Austria. Total enrollment: 33,000.

Locale: Graz, the second largest city in Austria, is located in the southeastern province of Styria, called the green heart of Austria because of its extensive forests. Graz has many parks and cultural activities and provides easy access to sports such as skiing. A popular event is the annual Steirischer Herbst (Styrian Autumn) which encompasses a number of musical, theatrical and literary performances as well as accompanying lectures and exhibitions.

Divisions: Faculties of Humanities (ancient Greek, ancient history, art history, archeology, education, English and American philology, European ethnology, French, German philology, history, Italian, Latin, linguistics, musicology, philosophy, Russian, Serbo-Croatian, Slovene, Spanish, sports science); Institute of Translation and Interpreting (Arabic, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Serbo-Croatian, Slovene, Spanish, Turkish); Law; Natural Sciences (astronomy, biology, botany, chemistry, geography, geology, mathematics, meteorology and geophysics, mineralogy-crystallography, mining geology, paleontology, petrology, physics, technical geology, toxicology, zoology); Social and Economic Sciences (business administration, economics, economic pedagogy, psychology, sociology); Pharmacy; Catholic Theological Faculty.

Academic notes: Typically, exchange students concentrate on improving their German skills during the first semester. During the second semester they also take subject-specific courses to complete their studies at home. Popular fields of study are: Austrian civilization and literature, German language and literature, education, English and American studies, ethnology, European studies (including East and East Central European studies), history, Slavic languages and literatures, media, interdisciplinary studies, linguistics, philosophy, and English/German translation.

Language notes: Students should have intermediate-level German (two years of college German). Intensive German courses will be available during the academic year and are included in the ISEP benefits. KFUG offers pre-exchange intensive German courses before the beginning of each semester for a very small fee. The ISEP coordinator will inform you about the specific arrangements (exact dates, course fee etc.) in due course. Also, early move-in to the student dorms can be arranged for the duration of these courses at no additional cost.

Apart from the intensive German courses, KFUG offers a range of German language courses during the semester that are tailored for exchange students (grammar, conversation, oral text competence, presentation techniques, business German).

Room and board: Usually students will be housed in spacious double-occupancy rooms in modern student dorms, although homestays or shared apartments may sometimes be available. A monthly stipend will be provided.

Exchange dates: Early October to late June; early October to early February; early March to late June.

Special conditions: Students should have junior-level standing. There are no course restrictions for international program students. However, placement in some fields (medicine, psychology, sports sciences) and labs may be difficult.