Study Abroad
German Language Study Abroad
Students who already know German or are planning to begin studying it have the opportunity to study in Germany for a semester at the Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Gestaltung (HTWG: University of Applied Sciences; http://www.htwg-konstanz.de/) in Konstanz, Germany. The city of Konstanz, located at the western end of Lake Constance (in German, der Bodensee) and right on the border with Switzerland, is one of Germany’s most beautiful cities, with a well-preserved medieval and Renaissance city center. The snow-covered Alps are visible across the lake and the HTWG campus is on the bank of the Rhine where it flows out of the lake and heads north. The city is pedestrian friendly, has great food, and there are unlimited opportunities for biking, boating, swimming, skiing, and hiking in the immediate vicinity. Weekend travel to Austria, Italy, and France is easy and Switzerland is literally right across the street. Students who begin their study of German in A, B and C Terms can complete the Humanities and Arts Requirement by attending the HTWG in D and E terms. WPI will not charge these students extra tuition for E term. Students whose German is already at an intermediate or advanced level may take either advanced language courses or technical courses at the HTWG. Admission to this exchange program is competitive.
WPI sophomores who want to perfect their German language skills, experience and learn about German culture in depth, while still continuing their studies, should consider applying to complete their junior year at the HTWG. This is a life-transforming experience and an opportunity to become truly conversant in the language and culture of Germany.
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