Semester Exchange - Justus-Liebig Universität Giessen
The University of Giessen (JLU) is among the oldest institutions of higher educations in the German-speaking world. As a public university, JLU Giessen does not charge tuition fees (except for the Master's course in Global Change, taught in English), you only pay a semester contribution covering the costs for the student body, student services, and the unlimited use of public transport in Giessen and large parts of Hessen (semester ticket). With 78,500 inhabitants and 40,000 students Giessen has the highest student density of all German university towns. Giessen therefore offers a wide range of cultural activities for students and its location in the Lahn River valley amidst a picturesque landscape of rolling hills makes for high-quality leisure and recreational possibilities.
Country | Germany |
Type of Program | Exchange |
Level of Study | Undergraduate |
Length of Program | 5 months |
Program Dates | First Semester: April - September |
Language of Instruction | German, English |
| Travel Grant | $800 |
WAM Requirement | 60 |
Course Information | |
Accommodation | |
Exchange Student Website |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this program, you must:
- A WAM of 60 or higher (varies each program),
- Completion of at least 40cp at the time of application. 60cp to go abroad,
- Enough credit points remaining to complete the program,
- Have a nomination from Macquarie University,
- Meet English or German language requirement for non-native speakers,
- Comply with the eligibility criteria outlined in the Student Exchange Policy.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete an online Application form. You'll need to include:
Your personal details, One University preference, It should take around 2 - 3 minutes to complete an application.
Important notes:
Application Fee and Payment Options: For all exchange programs (semester and short term), there is a compulsory application fee. For more information and payment options please refer to the Payment Website.
Insurance: It is a requirement of the exchange program that all students must purchase their own travel insurance to cover them for the duration of their journey beyond their overseas program. Students will be covered throughout the duration of their exchange program dates. More information will be given to students upon acceptance.
Program Costs: You remain enrolled at Macquarie University and continue to pay your tuition fees to Macquarie University. As an exchange student you pay no tuition fees to host university. However, you must also always be prepared for unexpected expenses, and should consider how you will be dealing with the expenses of your exchange before you leave your home country. Prior to departure, you will need to save sufficient funds to cover all of your expenses for the duration of your exchange. Some costs to consider include: airfares, students visa (if required), travel health insurance, accommodation, food, additional travel, entertainment, textbooks, incidental expense. If you wish to work while you are away, it is important to note that work rights for international students vary from country to country. For further information about your visa restrictions please contact the consulate or embassy of your host country.
*Disclaimer: Macquarie University does not ensure the quality or reputation of activities run externally, should students choose to undertake these activities they take on the full risk and responsibility. All students need to undertake their own risk assessment before departure, considering wisely their personal health and safety risks. Ultimately participation in these activities is at the students’ risk.
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Summary
The University of Giessen is among the oldest institutions of higher educations in the German-speaking world. As a public university, JLU Giessen does not charge tuition fees (except for the Master's course in Global Change, taught in English), you only pay a semester contribution covering the costs for the student body, student services, and the unlimited use of public transport in Giessen and large parts of Hessen (semester ticket).
Area of study
Business; Health and medical sciences; Law, security and intelligence; Media, creative arts, and communication; Science
Eligibility
Full offers only
Tags
Macquarie, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Arts, Humanities, business, dentistry, economics, law, medicine, science, social sciences, veterinary medicine, Exchange, Giessen, Germany
Benefits
Travel Grant
Value
$800
Phone
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Email
mi.exchange@mq.edu.au
Apply URL
https://students.mq.edu.au/experience/travel-while-studying/apply
Level of study
Undergraduate; Postgraduate