Universität Konstanz | Flashcards & Summaries

Popular lectures:142, including European law, sport and society, statistics and much more.

Popular courses of study:History, life science, political and administrative science and much more.

Concentrations:Mathematics and natural sciences; Humanities; Politics, law and economics

Founded:1966

Contact:

T: +49 7531 88-0

E: kum@uni-konstanz.de

Adress:Universitätsstraße 10, 78464 Konstanz

University of Konstanz - insider tip

With the beautiful Lake Constance in the immediate vicinity, it can happen that you forget the time. If you are flexible with your study times, the library at the University of Konstanz is just right for you. The communication, information and media center, “KIM” for short, is open 24/7 and is the modern heart of the university. The fantastic location of the university in the four-country region of Lake Constance enables you as a university sport to take exceptional courses such as sailing, mountaineering and skiing.

FAQ's about the University of Konstanz

Yes of course there are. The University of Konstanz offers a two-week orientation phase for first-time students. All questions about studying can be clarified there and you have the opportunity to get to know everything in peace. The so-called Ersti-Cafes” are information events where you can get rid of all your questions. The most important event is of course the introduction to your respective course. You can find the respective dates on the website of the University of Konstanz. It is also recommended to take part in the preliminary courses, as many lectures, e.g. in mathematics, start at a higher level than you are used to from school. While you are already setting up, take a look at the StudySmarter app. Students from the University of Konstanz have already created 142 courses there that they can easily learn in the app. You can access the courses for free, or you can simply create index cards or scripts for your course yourself.

On the one hand, there is of course the option of arranging study advice directly at the University of Konstanz. The best thing to do is to write an email to: termin.zsb@uni-konstanz.de and state your preferred date and the topic of the consultation. On the other hand, the university offers a wide range of opportunities to get a taste” of various areas before starting your studies. For example, you can attend any lecture of your choice during the school holidays. Or you can watch a few of the recorded lectures to get a first glimpse. On the university website you will find the sub-item Try studying”, there are all the options and links that you need listed.

Yes, the university even has its own dance group and of course offers a wide variety of university sports courses. Less sporty on the go? No problem! You can go to the meetings of one of the politically or socially engaged university groups. Learn an instrument or a new language. Participate in the university choir or in the theater. Have a coffee with friends or have lunch together in the cafeteria with a view of Lake Constance. The selection of offers at the University of Konstanz is really large and varied.

Yes, the University of Konstanz attaches great importance to international exchange. It has built a network of 350 partner universities worldwide. Whether Erasmus, internship or an international semester abroad, all options are open to you here. The university also offers many international master's programs and double degrees in English, for example: Biological Sciences, Economics and Nanoscience.

In general, of course, it differs from person to person. But a good tip is always to stick with it from the start. Go to lectures and take notes as often as possible. The next day you can read through your notes in peace and quiet and work through things that you have not yet fully understood. Of course, index cards on which you can record the most important content are also helpful. You can easily create these on your smartphone with the StudySmarter app. If you don't feel like doing this, there are also ready-made flashcards for many topics, with which you can study for free in the app.

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FAQ's about the University of Konstanz

I am newly enrolled at the University of Konstanz, what happens next? Is there an introduction for beginners?

There are so many courses to choose from, how should I choose?

And what about the leisure activities, are there any offers from the university?

Does the university offer an international exchange or can I also study in English?

How can I learn most effectively?