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UNIVERSITY OF BONN CAMPUS TOUR by Nikhilesh Dhure/Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
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6 Reviews Found
- Likes:
- I received good reviews from my seniors at the university and also because for the scope of research and how cost effective the education was in Germany.,
- Located in a quaint little city, It offered a pleasant living experience with multicultural and enriching academic environment. Many master's a programs at the University of Bonn are offered in English, increasing accessibility for international students like me. I found it really helpful that the university provided support services like orientation programs, language courses, and assistance with administrative processes when I started. The research institutes are well funded and the Professors are very approachable and supportive. The city is well connected with transport system and it was easier to commute.
- Dislikes:
- Majority of university related news will be communicated in German only. That was a little hard for me especially at the beginning. Germany itself is not very digital oriented. So still the university uses fax and paper communication which I found very taxing and time consuming.
Campus Life:
The campus is always busy with some events. There were summer festivals and carnivals (depends on city culture). The library is well equipped and ideal for studying. Every University building has WiFi.
Hostel:
I stayed in student dorm. The rent was subsided with free electricity, wifi, furnished apartment. I had a private room and kitchen and toilet was shared with 3 other students.
- Likes:
- The course was a perfect fit because I was planning to enter and shift from wet-lab to computational field. It mostly focuses on computer science, AI and ML. I went through the module catalog of the program and understood which courses will be taught.,
- "- International group and support from the community - Organized and student friendly department/professors - Straight-forward application process (without need of application fee) - Public Transportation facility for entire state within student ID"
- Dislikes:
- "- Less support during the pandemic - Slow/rigid decisions on conduction of online-classes during pandemic - Hard housing crisis and no support from university in this regard. Students have to find their own accommodation in a new city/country without uni's help."
Campus Life:
There are clubs/facilities for every aspect mentioned like libraries, WiFi, sports, gym. Many student benefits could be used for example in restaurants.
Hostel:
Housing crisis is real and every student faces problem with finding accommodation in time. The waiting periods of dorms are about 6-8 months, even more. But depending on the budget, the dorms can be of a single room with shared washroom and kitchen (can be shared for about 17 students (low budget) to about 5/3 students (high budgets). There are also dorms with rooms with attached washroom and a kitchen. If dorms are not available, private apartments must be searched.
- Likes:
- The course was a perfect fit because I was planning to enter and shift from wet-lab to computational field. It mostly focuses on computer science, AI and ML. I went through the module catalog of the program and understood which courses will be taught.,
- International group and support from the community.,
- Organized and student friendly department/professors.,
- Straight-forward application process (without need of application fee).,
- Public Transportation facility for entire state within student ID.
- Dislikes:
- Less support during the pandemic.,
- Slow/rigid decisions on conduction of online-classes during pandemic.,
- Hard housing crisis and no support from university in this regard.,
- Students have to find their own accommodation in a new city/country without university's help.
Campus Life:
There are clubs/facilities for every aspect mentioned like libraries, WiFi, sports, gym. Many student benefits could be used for example in restaurants.
Hostel:
Housing crisis is real and every student faces problem with finding accommodation in time. The waiting periods of dorms are about 6-8 months, even more. But depending on the budget, the dorms can be of a single room with shared washroom and kitchen (can be shared for about 17 students (low budget) to about 5/3 students (high budgets). There are also dorms with rooms with attached washroom and a kitchen. If dorms are not available, private apartments must be searched.
- Likes:
- Considering the fact that Germany is one of the best country for high quality education and research with very less expenses. Also UniBonn has a very good reputation and stands among top 100-150 universities in the world.
Campus Life:
I definitely can't ask for anything better. Be it academics, sports, extracurricular activities, clubs. There is an active international club Bonn that organize events throughout the year. Research facilities are top notch We have two libraries with very good facilities There are a lot of sports facilities and I myself an active participant in few of them.
Hostel:
I live in a student dormitory. It costs me 280€ per month and it is quite cheap in Germany to get such a place. The rent includes WiFI, electricity, heating costs. Each person gets their own room and have to share the kitchen and washrooms with 4 other people. Based on what you want, you can also take a single apartment or studio flat where you get your kitchen and washroom.
- Likes:
- "It is one of top universities for the department. I was impressed with course work and the faculty and how widespread it was. Germany has loads of public universities with good coursework and minimal fees. ",
- The course work is very course intensive. It brings some discipline to your life. Which would be required to get everything done. The professors are top of the field. Since it is a collection of various institutions, a wide exposure in the field is provided
- Dislikes:
- The course is so intensive that it might get a little difficult to keep up sometimes, specially for people from non computer backgrounds. It gets very difficult to question the authority of professors or administration. Specially if you are not an EU citizen.
Campus Life:
There are many clubs, international communities and what not to keep you active and running throughout the semester. Apart from this the university also offer training course for all forms of arts(dancing, singing, fighting, games, sports). Its a list of 200 courses I guess. Taught once or twice a week. The libraries are amazing with a very good view of the river. The staff is polite and always ready to help. Wifi service is omnipresent in the university.
Hostel:
STW flats: these are built for the students and less costly. Around 280 euros here in Bonn at least. Some might also be around 350 mostly studio flats. Depending on the type and area. This is the least that should be expected. It includes rent, water, heater, wifi and electricity. Private flats: they might be anywhere between 450 to 1000 or even more. But as a student you should opt for the lower range of course. It might include utilities or might not. Students only opt for these when there is no option left. Alternatively, you can always contact the STW via email to ask for what kinds of affordable options are there and they might be helpful."
Campus Life:
Campus life is the City life. Bonn is built around the university, a proverbial university town. There is an Indian Students Association of Bonn and Cologne, and it was a relief to have a support system of Indian students whome you can approach whenever you feel down and low. They organise Indian festivals, just to stay connected with the diaspora and home, with support from the Indian embassy at Cologne. There is an University library and a town library available free of cost for a student. Medical is taken care of by the health insurance that is compulsory for living there. I wasn't there long enough to be a part of any club, though I am pretty sure the socieities and clubs are vibrant for various skills.
Hostel:
There are no on-campus hostels there. All accomodation is at student dormitories spread throughout the town/city. The Studierendenwerk Bonn asks for the choice of accomodation (shared bathroom/kitchen or single occupancy apartments) during the application process. I chose a single occupancy apartment with an integrated kitchenette. Supermarkets ( Aldi, Lidl, Rewe) are available to buy groceries for cooking your own food. Local eateries are good for grabbing a quick bite.
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