Free mover program
| Studying at the Hochschule Esslingen as a "Free Mover" Since winter semester 2008/2009 international students from non-partner universities get the opportunity to study for one or two semesters at Hochschule Esslingen as so-called "Free Movers." Free Movers are visiting students from universities without bilateral exchange agreements with Hochschule Esslingen. Free Movers may choose from the lectures of undergraduate courses of studies offered by the faculties, but mainly from the faculty where they will be enrolled. Free Movers have access to all facilities and services of Hochschule Esslingen. |
Application
You may apply as a Free Mover if you have finished at least three study terms at your home universities and if you are in command of sufficient German and/ or English knowledge.Please read the recommendation for language proficiency in the download!
The application forms along with a checklist of the required documents for application are in the download.
Contact Person
For questions concerning the program, please consult Monika Zellner.Tuition Fees
Free Movers are required to pay tuition fees. For more information about the current amount of fees please read the information sheet about tuition fees in the download.Along with the letter of acceptance from the International Office you will get notice concerning the transfer of the fees.
Deadlines for transferring tuition fees: 15th February for the summer semester
15th August for the winter semester
About tuition fees
For more information about tuition fees please consult the homepage of the registrar's office.Organization: Dates, choice of courses, service
In the winter semester lectures usually in the beginning of October. The summer semester lectures start approximately in the second week of March. Please find the exact dates in the academic calendar of Hochschule Esslingen.Option #1: Self-Organization
In order for you to get organized (e.g. register with the local public office or immigration office, open a bank account, etc.) we recommend to travel to Esslingen at least one week prior to the start of the lectures. The International Office provides information about administration, enrollment and additional information about the Hochschule Esslingen.
Option #2: Service Package
Through paying a service fee of 75 € you have the option of taking part in a German course and a course called German History & Culture offered by the International Office.
In addition, we will also assist you with all administrative aspects.
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Academic Supervision
After Arrival you may consult your academic supervisor from your faculty about course offerings, class schedules and all other questions related to the topic. Please note that the International Office cannot provide information about academic issues such as course contents, class schedules, etc.After completion of the semester we will send you a Transcript of Record with ECTS-credits.
For further questions, please consult the International Office.
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