Philipps University of Marburg International Winter University: HESSEN
The International Winter University at Philipps University of Marburg is a unique opportunity to learn more about Challenges in the Global Village: An Introduction to Microbiology.
Today’s world is characterized by major challenges to humans and our natural world, from climate change to the development of antibiotic-resistant pathogens. While these problems are visible on the global level, it is at the microscopic level that we need to understand them. Participants will receive an introduction to the fields of biology and molecular biology with lectures and hands-on laboratory experience. The biology courses are developed to adapt to the student’s level of experience, including those not necessarily pursuing a degree in the life sciences but with a strong curiosity for interdisciplinary connections.
Field of Study
- Biology
- Science
Credit Equivalent
6 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units if one course is successfully completed (pending UQ faculty approval)
For more detailed information about these courses go to the host university website.
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Contact the host program for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and Application
All applicants must meet the UQ short-term experience eligibility criteria and any additional eligibility criteria set by Philipps University of Marburg.
Applicants must apply to the Internships and Global Experiences team by 24 September 2024 to be considered for this experience.
Applicants will be required to attach a HESSEN application form and attach it as an additional document as part of their application to UQ.
Successful applicants will be nominated to the host by UQ. Students will then be contacted by the host university for further application instructions.
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Exchange. Therefore, tuition is paid to UQ and can be deferred to HECS if eligible.
Additional day-to-day living expenses (such as meals) are not included, please see the host university website for more information.
Accommodation
Accommodation is arranged as part of the program and therefore, there is no additional cost. More information regarding accommodation can be found on the host university website.
Funding
Internships and Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application for an experience, you are considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 24 September 2024
Host: TBC
Program Dates
Start: 11 January 2025
End: 25 January 2025
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Exchange
Location: Marburg, Germany
Credit: For-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.
Application Deadlines
15 January for overseas study commencing March to August
15 March for overseas study commencing May to October
15 June for overseas study commencing August to January
15 September for overseas study commencing November to April
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
*OS-HELP Loan application deadlines close before the Summer and Winter Short-Term Study application deadlines. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for deadline dates as late applications will not be accepted.
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.