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Only for international degree-seeking students:
Tuesday, 8 October 2019, 9:30am - 12:00pm, Einsteinufer 43, Jazz-Institut Berlin (JIB), Georg-Neumann-Saal
Welcome Meeting + Get together

An introduction to studying at UdK Berlin for all new international students who are doing their entire studies here. Followed by a reception and the opportunity to meet other new students.

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Only for exchange students:
Wednesday, 9 October 2019, 10:30am – 4pm,
Orientation Meeting  + Get together + Guided Bus Tour

Exchange students will get a general introduction to UdK Berlin, more information about our German language classes, the cultural programme and the excursion this semester.

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FOR ALL NEW STUDENTS:
Tuesday, 8 October 2019, 12:30pm  –  3:30pm, Einsteinufer 43, lobby
Campus Rallye

A fun way to discover UdK Berlin in multinational teams.
You should download the free Actionbound app beforehand from the Play Store or Apple Store.
Please register at: ikudi_ @udk-berlin.de

Wednesday, 9 October 2019, 2:00 - 3:00pm, Fasanenstr. 88, University Library, lobby
Libary tour (German)

Thursday, 10 October 2019, 12:00 - 1:00pm, Fasanenstr. 88, University Library, lobby
Libary tour (English)

Please register at: ikudi_ @udk-berlin.de

Thursday, 10 October 2019, 5pm,Grunewaldstraße 2-5, Cafeteria at Medienhaus
Schnippeldisco

A great opportunity to get to know other students by preparing and sharing a meal. All students are welcome whether you know how to cook or not.
In cooperation with The Real Junk Food Project Berlin.
Please register at: ikudi_ @udk-berlin.de

Friday, 11 October 2019, 10am - 2pm, Hardenbergstr. 33, Room 102
Introduction to studying at UdK Berlin (English/German)

This workshop is designed to help international students master their first challenges in their new home country - and make them curious about the things Berlin and studying in Germany can offer.

Tuesday, 15 October 2019, 2pm, Konzertsaal of UdK Berlin (Hardenberg-/ corner Fasanenstr.)
Welcoming new students

At the beginning of the new winter semester, the University of the Arts Berlin welcomes its new students. After a personal greeting by university president Prof. Martin Rennert, the UdK Berlin introduces itself with a versatile stage programme.

Thursday, 17 October 2019, 6 - 8pm, Hardenbergstr. 33, Room 101/102
Finissage of the Welcome Week

An opportunity after your first days at UdK Berlin to get to know other new students in a Speed Friending game. Food and drinks will be supplied.
Please register at: ikudi_ @udk-berlin.de

Wednesday, 29 October 2019, 6 - 8pm, Hardenbergstr. 33, Room 102
Intercultural Mentoring:Semester opening event

Intercultural Mentoring is a unique teaching and service programme for international students. It aims to help participants master the start of their studies, with social networking and with language integration. At the opening event, the activities and workshops will be presented and students will be assigned to mentoring groups.

Registration deadline for the Intercultural Mentoring programme: 27 September 2019
online: www.udk-berlin.de/ikm
by e-mail: sgk_ @intra.udk-berlin.de

International students can register for the following seminars and receive ECTS points within the Studium Generale.
Note: The block seminars will be held in September!

Registration by e-mail: sgk_ @intra.udk-berlin.de

How to present? – Practical Introduction to the German academic style
Taught by: Jessica Haß
Block seminar, 1 SWS, 1 ECTS
23.-25.9.2019, Mon-Wed 16:30-19:00
Bundesallee 1-12, Room 343

Was wird von mir in Seminaren erwartet? Wie sollen Präsentationen und Referate aufgebaut sein? Wie wird argumentiert? Wie diskutiere ich im Seminar oder in einer Prüfung? In diesem Kurs geht es um eine Einführung in die deutsche Gesprächskultur und den mündlichen akademischen Stil. Die Studierenden können Diskussionsformen oder Argumentationsweisen anhand praktischer Beispiele spielerisch kennen lernen. Es wird der Aufbau von Präsentationen erklärt und Präsentationstechniken werden geübt. Die konkreten Inhalte können von den Studierenden mitbestimmt werden.

Academic Writing for international students
Taught by: Jessica Haß
Block seminar, 1 SWS, 1 ECTS
26.-28.9.2019, Thu-Fri 16:30-19:00, Sat 10:00-13:30
Bundesallee 1-12, Room 343

Jede Studentin und jeder Student muss sich zu irgendeinem Zeitpunkt im Studium mit dem wissenschaftlichen Arbeiten beschäftigen. Auch die theoretische Auseinandersetzung mit den Künsten erfordert die Kenntnis der guten Praxis akademischen Arbeitens. Wie schreibe ich einen wissenschaftlichen Text, zum Beispiel eine Hausarbeit? Wie recherchiere ich relevante Literatur und welche Quellen darf ich verwenden? Wie zitiere ich richtig? Wie gehe ich als Nichtmuttersprachler*in mit eventuellen sprachlichen Schwierigkeiten um? Mit diesen und anderen Fragen wollen wir uns beschäftigen. Der Workshop ist speziell auf die Bedürfnisse und Schwierigkeiten von internationalen Studierenden abgestimmt.

Counselling & Presentation and Homework Support

Consultation hours
Mondays 12:30-16:30
Thursdays 10:00-12:00 and 16:00-18:00

Hardenbergstr. 33, Room 230
Other times are possible by appointment.

Please register by e-mail: sg002_ @intra.udk-berlin.de

The intercultural peer-consultation offers study-related advice and practical coaching for students of all disciplines who do not speak German as their first language. Individual questions, task-related or general study-related questions (presentations, essays, assignments, communication with professors or university administration etc.) can be discussed. The tutors conducting the consultation can accompany work processes through coaching. If necessary, they can refer to other professional counselling services.