KEEP

What are the characteristics of KEEP?

• You join specially designed classes outside the regular study program of the University of Applied Sciences, i.e.
• The academic calendar has been adjusted to the Kettering terms and exam periods.
• Language of teaching is English.
• Courses have been pre-approved for credit transfer.
• English-speaking staff members are there to assist you.
• You may choose 3 – 5 engineering classes out of the following list. Two mandatory classes, German language and German History & Culture, as well as orientation days at the beginning, top off the program helping you to communicate in everyday life and to get a good insight into German culture.
• The program takes place once a year, usually starting on 1st April (i.e. during Kettering Spring Term).
• The number of participants is limited to ensure personal contact.

Which courses are offered?

• Fluid Mechanics
• Finite Elements Methods
• Feedback Control
• Alternative Powertrain
• Computer Simulation
• German Language
• Germany within Europe with field trips
• Departmental Field Trips

10 Reasons to join the program:

• Study in English- live in Germany. Enjoy the experience of studying abroad without failing because of the language barrier.
• Transfer credits back home (most courses have been pre-approved) without paying extra tuition at the University of Applied Sciences.
• Enhance your career chances through studies based on practical experience and focused on the needs of automotive industry.
• Take advantage from staying in Germany's automobile region no. 1 and the cooperation of the University of Applied Sciences with industry.
• Study at a University of Applied Sciences with an excellent reputation worldwide and learn in state-of-the-art laboratories.
• Enjoy an informal atmosphere in seminar style classes through an excellent teacher-student-ratio and small groups of approx. 10-15 students.
• Make new friends from all over the world and have fun.
• Take the challenge of new experiences, become independent and self-confident and learn from other cultures through living together in dorms with students from all over the world.
• Benefit from a well-organized program and motivated staff to support you.
• Feel safe and comfortable in the medieval town of Esslingen with just 90,000 in-habitants. At the same time being located close to the regional capital Stuttgart with excellent links to Black Forest, Munich, Lake Constance, France, Switzerland and many other places in Germany and Europe.

How can I apply for KEEP Automotive?

Here you find detailed course descriptions and necessary documents and information.

Your contact person is Monika Zellner.

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