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The Lake. Your Degree.  \nHandbook for Full-Time International Students  \nWelcome to Hochschule Konstanz  \nUniversity of Applied Sciences  \nWe are very happy that you decided to study at HTWG – University of Applied Sciences in Konstanz (Constance), Germany. We would like to personally welcome you to our beautiful region . We’re sure this is going to be a great and rewarding experience for you .  \nThis handbook was written for you, our international students, to help ease your transition to the HTWG Konstanz (or, if you prefer, the University of Applied Sciences, Hochschule Konstanz or simply HTWG – we have a lot of names here) . It contains a lot of practical information about living in Germany, getting settled in Konstanz and getting started at our university. Some of the information would be really good to know before you get here . For this reason, we recommend that you read this handbook before setting off on your trip.  \nThis handbook covers essential topics to help you navigate your journey, including preparing for your application, securing the right visa, traveling to Konstanz, finding accommodation, registering for classes, setting up a bank account, discovering weekend hangouts, and more . We have also provided a pre-departure checklist at the back to make sure you haven’t forgotten anything before you arrive .  \nWe hope you will find the answers to all your questions . Please feel free to contact us if any questions remain unanswered or consult one of the many websites mentioned throughout this handbook.  \nWe look forward to meeting you .  \nHave a great time in lovely Konstanz, Germany!  \nTable of Contents  \nYour Host Institution  ............................................... 06  \nHochschule Konstanz ...................................................... 06  \nList of Degree Programs ................................................... 07  \nContact Information ....................................................... 08  \nAcademics  ....................................................... 10  \nAcademic Calendar ....................................................... 10  \nOrientation ............................................................... 11  \nGerman Language Skills ................................................... 11  \nYour Courses ............................................................. 11  \nTypes of Classes .......................................................... 12  \nAssessment / Grading ..................................................... 12  \nClass Size / Mood le ....................................................... 13  \nIntegrated Practical Semester (PSS) .......................................... 13  \nFaculty .................................................................. 14  \nHolidays ................................................................ 14  \nThe Administrative Side of Your Studies  ............................... 15  \nRecognition of Certificates .................................................. 15  \nApplication at HTWG Konstanz .............................................. 15  \nEnrollment / Im matriculation ................................................. 16  \nSemester Fee and Tuition Fees .............................................. 16  \nE-mail, VPN & Co.......................................................... 17  \nExaminations ............................................................. 19  \nRe-Registration (Rück meldung) .............................................. 20  \nLeave of Absence (Urlaubssemester) ......................................... 20  \nThesis Registration and Extensions ........................................... 21  \nDe-Registration (Ex matrikulation) ............................................. 21  \nGraduation Diploma ....................................................... 22  \nStudent Facilities at the HTWG Konstanz  ............................... 23  \nThe ZACK Card (Student ID) ................................................. 23  \n","cbCaieBT82dpsrE4","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaieBT82dpsrE4","pdf",2900517,29,"English","# Your Host Institution\n## Hochschule Konstanz\n## List of Degree Programs\n## Contact Information\n# Academics\n## Academic Calendar\n## Orientation\n## German Language Skills\n## Your Courses\n## Types of Classes\n## Assessment / Grading\n## Integrated Practical Semester (PSS)\n## Faculty\n## Holidays\n# The Administrative Side of Your Studies\n## Recognition of Certificates\n## Application at HTWG Konstanz\n## Enrollment / Im matriculation\n## Semester Fee and Tuition Fees\n## Examinations\n## Re-Registration (Rück meldung)\n## Leave of Absence (Urlaubssemester)\n## Thesis Registration and Extensions\n## De-Registration (Ex matrikulation)\n## Graduation Diploma\n# Student Facilities at the HTWG Konstanz\n## The ZACK Card (Student ID)\n## The Library (Bibliothek)\n## Office of Student Services & Central Examination Office\n## Computer Center / Computer Support\n## Fitness and Sports\n## Food and Drink\n# Coming to Konstanz\n## Student Visas\n## Blocked Account\n## Extension of Residence Permit\n## Arrival\n## Registration of Domicile\n## Living in Konstanz\n## Accommodation\n## Health Insurance\n## Public Transport\n## Money\n## Cell Phones\n## Post Office\n## Shopping\n## Bars and Clubs\n## Free Time and Leisure Activities","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of this handbook for full-time international students?\",\"answer\":\"It helps ease the transition to HTWG Konstanz and the surrounding region by providing practical information on applying, visas, arrival, accommodation, and getting started at the university.\"},{\"question\":\"Which academic and administrative topics are covered?\",\"answer\":\"The handbook covers academic calendar and orientation, course types and grading, the integrated practical semester (PSS), and administrative procedures such as enrollment, re-registration, leave of absence, exams, thesis registration, and graduation.\"},{\"question\":\"What information is provided for daily life in Konstanz?\",\"answer\":\"It includes guidance on student IDs and university facilities, health insurance, public transport, money and banking, mobile phones, post services, shopping, dining venues, and leisure activities.\"}]","Handbook for Full-Time International Students - Welcome to Hochschule Konstanz | PDF",1791051292,45]