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Joint Master's Programmein Computer Simulation for Science and Engineering
(COSSE)
Student Guide
2019
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THE MASTER PROGRAMME COMPUTER SIMULATIONS FOR SCIENCE AND
ENGINEERING (COSSE) IS A JOINT PROGRAMME OF THREE EUROPEAN
UNIVERSITIES:- KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden - Technical University of Berlin, Germany - Technical University of Delft, the Netherlands
The field of computer simulations is of great importance for high-tech industry and scientific/engineering research, e.g. virtual processing, climate studies, fluid dynamics, advanced materials, etc. Often the field is referred to as the third pillar of science complementing theory and experiments.
COSSE is a two-year master's programme offering a double degree from two universities. The students enter the studies at TU Berlin and continue the second year at either TU Delft or KTH. COSSE offers education of the highest international standard as well as a unique experience of meeting different European cultures, languages, climate and nature.
This guide provides admitted students with practical information that is useful to know before starting the programme.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Health insuranceAn insurance policy is included in the participation cost for all non-EU/EEA (incl. Switzerland) citizens. EU-/EEA (incl. Switzerland) citizens are required to arrange for their own insurance.
The policy insurance number is sent to the student after the receipt of payment of the participation cost.
The coverage includes: Health insurance, including medical expenses and SOS costs Travel insurance Household contents insurance as the result of fire, storm or burglary Personal accident insurance Legal assistance insurance Third party insurance for private individuals
The full content of the insurance is available at the COSSE website. The student is responsible to assimilate this information. The insurance is valid as long as the status as COSSE student remains for a maximum of 26 months. The student is obliged to inform the COSSE administration for deregistration of the Student insurance.
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TravelStudents are advised to book their tickets well in advance. Please check information about arrival days for the specific university before booking your tickets. Airlines normally allow check-in baggage up to 20 kg and a cabin piece up to 5 kg. Please check this carefully with your airline as excess baggage will be costly. It is recommended that heavy items and items such as winter clothes, extra linen and towels are sent by a cargo service. Make sure to enquire about whether or not you need an entry visa for both your study locations well in advance and check with both consulates/embassies whether there are any special requirements for visa application in your country.
TU BERLINBERLIN, GERMANY
Country & CityGERMANY
The Federal Republic of Germany (FRG) was founded on May 23, 1949 and lies in the heart of central Europe. At the end of the cold war, the border between the German Democratic Republic (GDR) and the FRG was opened, and on October 3, 1990 the German reunification occurred after almost 41 years. In this section, you will find the most important facts and figures about Germany:
Official Name: Federal Republic of GermanyGovernment: Parliamentary Federal RepublicArea: 357,023 km2Population: approximately 82.4 million residents16 Federal States (“Bundesländer”): Baden-Württemberg, Bayern, Berlin,
Brandenburg, Bremen,Hamburg, Hessen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Niedersachsen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Rheinland-Pfalz, Saarland, Sachsen, Sachsen-Anhalt, Schleswig-Holstein, Thüringen)
Capital: BerlinNeighboring Countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, the
Netherlands, Poland, Switzerland, Czech RepublicOfficial Language: GermanCurrency: 1 Euro (Euro) = 100 CentsOfficial Time: Central European Time (CET)Climate: Germany’s climate is mostly temperate. Extreme
lows and highs in temperatures are rare. Winter temperatures vary from east to west, with around freezing temperatures in the west and well below freezing in eastern Germany. Summer temperatures in Germany are typically between 20 and 30°C, with more rainfall during the summer months.
Inhabitants: With 82.4m inhabitants (of which 42.2m are women) Germany has the largest population of any EU member state. Around 7.3m foreigners live in Germany (8.8 percent of the total population).
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Religions: 53m Christians (26m Catholics, 26m Protestants, 900,000 members of the Orthodox churches), 3.3m Muslims, 230,000 Buddhists, 100,000 Jews, and 90,000 Hindus. The Basic Law guarantees freedom of thought, conscience and religion. There is no state religion.
BERLIN
Berlin is the capital city and one of the sixteen states of the Federal Republic of Germany. The city is subdivided into twelve boroughs (Bezirke). Each borough is subdivided into a number of localities (Stadtteile), which represent the traditional urbanized areas that inhabitants identify with. At present the city of Berlin consists of 95 such localities.
Berlin is a major center in European politics, culture, media, and science. The city’s economy is primarily based on the service sector, encompassing a diverse range of creative industries, media corporations, environmental services, congress, and convention venues. Berlin is the third most-visited tourist destination in the EU. It is home to world-renowned universities, research institutes, sporting events, orchestras, museums and personalities. Berlin’s urban landscape and historical legacy has made it a popular setting for international film productions. Recognized for its festivals, contemporary architecture, nightlife and avant-garde arts, Berlin has evolved into a focal point for individuals attracted by liberal lifestyle, modern “zeitgeist” and low-cost living.
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History of BerlinFirst documented in the 13th century, Berlin was successively the capital of the Kingdom of Prussia (1701-1918), the German Empire (1871-1918), the Weimar Republic (1919-1932) and the Third Reich (1933-1945). After World War II, the city was divided. East Berlin became the capital of the GDR (East Germany), while West Berlin remained a West German enclave surrounded by the Berlin Wall from 1961-1989. The city was completely separated. It was possible for Westerners to pass from one part of the city to the other only through strictly controlled checkpoints. For most Easterners, travel to West Berlin or West Germany was not possible. In 1971, an agreement between the four Allied Forces guaranteed access for West Germans to West Berlin across East Germany and ended the potential for harassment or closure of the routes.
On 9 November 1989, pressure from the East German population brought down the Berlin Wall, which was subsequently mostly demolished. Not much is left of it today; the East Side Gallery in Friedrichshain near the Oberbaumbrücke over the Spree preserves a portion of the Wall. On 3 October 1990, the two parts of Germany were reunified as the Federal Republic of Germany, and Berlin became the German capital according to the unification treaty. In 1999 the German parliament and government moved from Bonn to Berlin.
UniversityTechnische Universität BerlinAddress: Strasse des 17. Juni 135, 10623 Berlin, Germanywww.tu-berlin.deMain university switchboard: +49 (0) 30 314-0Campus Map: www.tu-berlin.de/index.php?id=3244
Campus Information COSSE CoordinatorName: Prof. Dr. Reinhard NABBENE-mail: [email protected]: +49 (0) 30 314-29291Visiting Address: Strasse des 17. Juni 136, 10623 Berlin, Math Building, MA 372
Student service for COSSE Students: Name: Annett GILLMEISTERE-mail: [email protected]: +49 (0) 30 314-29289Visiting Address: Strasse des 17. Juni 136, 10623 Berlin, Math Building, MA 370
Introduction
Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin) can trace its roots back to the foundation of its predecessor institution, the “Technische Hochschule” in 1879. Today, TU is home to about 34.000 students. TU Berlin is one of the largest technical universities in Germany. It also has a high proportion of foreign students.
TU Berlin was formed under the name “Königlich Technische Hochschule” (Royal Technical College of Charlottenburg) by merging the preexisting Building Academy (established in 1799) and the Vocational Academy (est. 1829). In 1916 it incorporated the former Mining Academy, which was founded in 1770. It was closed after World War II on April 20, 1945 and reestablished on April 9, 1946 under the name of “Technische Universität”.
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TU Berlin is divided into seven faculties offering more than 50 subjects. The main campus is located in the borough of Charlottenburg.TU Berlin is committed to providing its students with international experience and imparting cultural competencies through international exchange programs. This is not surprising given that little over 7000 of its students come from other countries. They make up about 21 % of the overall student population of TU Berlin; the average for the rest of Germany amounts to barely 13%. These students come from 130 countries, the majority of them from China, Turkey and Poland.Nearly 1000 TU students take advantage of exchange programs offered by the university’s Akademische Auslandsamt (International Office) in association with more than 280 partner universities both in Europe and overseas. Most of its partner schools are located in France, Great Britain and the United States. In close cooperation with universities in France, South Korea, China, Poland and Great Britain, TU Berlin offers a total of 14 dual degree programs.
Course Registration and Academic Information
Academic Calendar and Semester Dates
The academic year consists of 40 weeks divided into two semesters, consisting of 16 weeks (winter semester) and 14 weeks (summer semester) of scheduled instruction, such as lectures and laboratory work. Winter semester: mid October – mid FebruarySummer semester: mid April – mid JulyDetails concerning the start and stop of each term can be found at http://www.auslandsamt.tu-berlin.de/international-office/important_dates/dates_and_deadlines_for_incoming_students/parameter/en/
Course Contents Course descriptions can be found at the TU website in the course and programme directory: https://lsf.zuv.tu-berlin.de/
Credit and Grating SystemTU Berlin uses the European ECTS credit system in which 60 ECTS credits correspond to the workload of one full-time academic year, normally 1500-1800 hours.
The following grades are used for examinations:1 = very good -- outstanding performance2 = good -- performance significantly above average3 = satisfactory -- performance satisfying average expectations in all respects4 = fair -- performance satisfying minimal expectations despite faults5 = failure -- performance with significant faults, not satisfying expectations
To differentiate between performances intermediate grades between 1.0 and 4.0 can be given by decreasing or increasing the grade numbers by 0.3. Allowed grades are: 1.0 1.3 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.7 3.0 3.3 3.7 4.0 5.0
very good good Satisfactory fair fail
Extra curricula coursesStudents are allowed to take extra curricula courses beyond the 60 ECTS stipulated for the COSSE programme.
Award of degree certificate
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After completion of the COSSE programme, students who have spent one year at TU Berlin must send an email to Prof. NABBEN informing him to which address the official document shall be sent. This address must be valid for the next six months. As soon as the transcript of records has been sent from the partner university, the degree certificate will be processed and sent to the student. A hard copy of the thesis must also be sent to Prof. NABBEN.
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Regulations for re-examinations and programme completion Period for re-examinations:
There is no fixed period for re-examinations. However, due to the short summer break, re-examinations of the courses taken in the winter term should be done before the beginning of the summer term.
Number of re-examinations allowed per course: 2 Latest date for the COSSE studies to be completed within the stipulated duration of
2 years: If a COSSE student leaves the programme with only the thesis lacking, TU does not require him/her to re-register if at a later point, s/he opts for a continuation of the thesis within COSSE. However, if course work is pending, TU requires students to re-register every semester and pay the semester fees.
Tuition fees to be paid at TUB for extension of programme studies beyond the stipulated 2 years:
None, other than the regular public transport ticket and social fees (approx. 300€ per term).
Reimbursement of participation fee:The tuition fee can be fully reimbursed if a cancellation of studies is caused by extenuating circumstances beyond the student’s control. For example: residence permit not being granted or serious illness or death of the student, the student’s partner or member of the immediate family. Under these circumstances, the upcoming or ongoing semester’s tuition fees can be reimbursed.
Student rights and responsibilitiesFor information about general study-related questions, student counselling service, student health care, disciplinary measures, please see the TU-International Office (AAA) website and their International Student Guide that you can download there http://www.betreuung-int-stud.tu-berlin.de/menue/home/parameter/en/ as well as the central study counselling office www.studienberatung.tu-berlin.de/.
Student lifeUseful information about student life and useful tips about life in Berlin is found in the International Student Guide http://www.betreuung-int-stud.tu-berlin.de/menue/home/parameter/en/ or the website of the student union (Studierendenwerk) http://www.studentenwerk-berlin.de/en/ .
Information for students with special needsTU Berlin provides special support and assistance for students with handicaps and chronic diseases (contact Annett GILLMEISTER for more information) and offers various kinds of assistance for students with children http://www.personalabteilung.tu-berlin.de/familie/menue/familie/parameter/en/ .
Accommodation
Due to various factors, including the increasing number of immigrants, international students, as well as the increase in mobility of Germans, the housing situation in Berlin has become very competitive. Since there is no campus accommodation in Berlin, we recommend beginning your search for private accommodation as early as possible!
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Affordable accommodation will relieve the strain on your student budget enormously (see 5.7 Cost of Living). Rent is the largest monthly expense for students (on average about € 390 per month for a single room). However, the amount of rent depends mainly on the type of accommodation and where it is located.
Student Hotels and Youth HostelsIn student hotels or youth/backpackers’ hostels you can find reasonably priced accommodation for a few days, usually in a dormitory or shared room.
Useful Links for Temporary Accommodation House of Nations, www.house-of-nations.de/cms/index.php?id=home&L=1 Internationale Wohnagentur “fine+mine”, www.fineandmine.com/ YMCA youth hostel Berlin, www.cvjm-jugendgaestehaus.de/en Jugendgästehaus am Zoo, http://jgh-zoo.de/ Heart of Gold hostel, www.heartofgold-hostel.de/ Bax Pax downtown hostel, http://baxpax.de/downtown/ Youth Hostel Networks, www.people-in-berlin.de/hostels.htm, www.backpacker-
network.de/en/
Shared FlatsShared flats (Wohngemeinschaften/WGs) are a popular alternative to student residences. Several people live together in a flat they have rented privately and share the kitchen and bathroom. Everybody has their own bedroom, while the other rooms are shared. The advantage is that all flatmates share all costs (rent, telephone, internet, and utilities like electricity and water), which means that living in a WG is cheaper than living alone. You can find and/or offer WG rooms here:
www.housinganywhere.com/ www.wg-gesucht.de/en/wg-zimmer-in-Berlin.8.0.0.0.html www.easy-living4u.de/en (for singles) www.berlinovo.de/en (for families) www.easywg.de/?l=1 (in German) www.studenten-wg.de (in German) www.wohngemeinschaft.de/ (in German) www.biete-wg.de/ (in German) www.berlin.studenten-wohnung.de/ (in German) www.wgcompany.de/ (in German)
Private AccommodationIt is possible to find affordable private accommodation in Berlin. If you rent an apartment independently, you are normally the main tenant and as such you have greater rights, but also greater responsibility. If you only rent a room, you are a sub-tenant. Please always read any rental agreement (Mietvertrag) very carefully and do not sign anything until you have understood your contractual obligations and rights.
A list of accommodation for private rentals can be found in the classified section of several Berlin daily newspapers (in German): Berliner Zeitung (Saturdays)
www.berlinonline.de/berliner-zeitung/ Berliner Morgenpost (Saturdays)
www.morgenpost.de/berlin/wohnung-mieten/ Tagesspiegel (Saturdays)
http://tagesspiegel.immowelt.de/
Notices for available rooms in a WG (shared flat) can be found in “Zitty” and “Tip”, two
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Berlin listings published on alternating Wednesdays. These magazines are often available to browse through in many student pubs and restaurants. The “Exberliner” is the English-language alternative with a focus on topics that may be interesting for English speakers in Berlin. It also has a classified ads section. “Zweite Hand” (Second Hand) also contains information about available rooms in WGs. www.tip-berlin.de (in German) www.zitty.de (in German) www.zweitehand.de (in German) www.exberliner.com
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Visa and Travel
Entry VisaStudents from the EU and the EFTA countries (i.e. Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) do not need a student visa. However, before enrolling you must register at the registration authority (Einwohnermeldeamt or Bürgeramt) within the first two weeks. EU and EFTA citizens will neither have to register at the Foreigners Registration Office (Ausländerbehörde) nor will they need a so-called residence permit.
Members of the some countries do not need a visa to enter Germany, either, but will have to register at the Foreigners Registration Office (Ausländerbehörde) and apply for the residence permit before their enrollment in Germany: http://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/EN/EinreiseUndAufenthalt/StaatenlisteVisumpflicht_node.html
Students from all other countries MUST obtain a visa before entering Germany. You can get a visa from the relevant German embassies or consulates abroad. Make sure you enquire about whether or not you need a visa well in advance and enquire at your local German consulate/embassy whether there are any special requirements for visa application in your country. It may take 12 weeks or more from the date of applying for a visa until the visa is issued! Please note that special regulations may apply for some countries.
An entrance/student visa is required in order to enroll. An entrance visa will be converted into a residence permit for study purposes following enrollment. The conversion of a tourist visa into a residence permit for study purposes after entry into Germany is NOT possible. Please study the following link carefully: www.dualcareer.tu-berlin.de/menue/international_clients/residence_permit/
Residence registration and residence permitOnce you arrive in Berlin you are required to register with the registration authorities, preferably one near the place you live. You need to have registered within 14 days of moving into an apartment or student residential home. The necessary forms can be picked up at the authority or you can download a PDF file from this site: http://service.berlin.de/dienstleistung/120686 (in German).
You should always keep your registration form together with your passport. Upon request, you have to show your passport and prove your address, for which the registration form is needed.
Residence permit - all other countries
All international non-EU/EFTA students – even students who did not require a visa to enter Germany – must apply to the Berlin Foreigners’ Registration Office (Ausländerbehörde) for a residence permit within three months after entering Germany.
The Foreigners‘ Registration Office issues the student residence permit on presentation of TU’s admission to study (“Zulassungsbescheid”). The residence permit – with very few exceptions - is restricted to the course of study selected and to the chosen university. It is usually valid for two years and needs to be renewed before it expires.
Estimated Cost of Living
Food/mealsThere are 12 dining halls in Berlin run by the Studierendenwerk (student union), as well as 28 cafeterias. These facilities are conveniently located in the vicinity of the Berlin
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universities. The dining halls (Mensen), serve hot meals, usually with two to three main course selections. Soups, salads, and desserts are also offered, as are a variety of health and organic food options, including meals for vegetarians and vegans. The cafeterias offer sandwiches, snacks, and coffee specialties, as well as some warm meals. Anyone can eat in the dining halls and cafeterias, whether they are a student or not, but students pay the cheapest rate for their meal. Total monthly cost for food amounts to approx. 150 Euro.
You must pay for your food from the Mensa or cafeteria with a MensaCard. MensaCards can be purchased for 1.55 € at the dining hall and cafeteria cash registers. Each card has a microchip, and money can be added to the card using electronic machines located at each Mensa and cafeteria. When you pay for your meal at the register, be sure to show your student ID from your university in Berlin in order to get the student price.
Local transportation To get around Berlin we suggest sticking to the S-Bahn and U-Bahn - the lines that appear on the subway maps posted in every station. Free maps of the network are available at most stations, hotels, and airports. Or you can download a printable PDF version at: www.bvg.de/en
S-Bahn is short for “Stadt-Bahn“ (city train). U-Bahn is short for Untergrundbahn (underground train). The S-Bahn and U-Bahn lines are color-coded. The signs above the track on the platforms indicate how long until the next train arrives, as well as the final destination. Visitors commonly travel the U2 as it connects Zoologischer Garten, the Potsdamer Platz, the Friedrichstraße shopping boulevard, and the popular night-life district, Prenzlauer Berg.
Night transportation: Public transportation runs 24 hours a day. The S-Bahn system runs until 1.30 a.m. weeknights and all night on weekends. U-Bahn trains run until 12.30 a.m. on weeknights, and most lines run all night on weekends. Berlin also has an extensive and reliable network of night buses and trams, so you won‘t get stranded if you stay out late during the week. At bus and tram stops, look for routes designated with “N“ followed by a number (for example, N54).
Tickets and Fares: Berlin has three fare zones: zone A is delineated by the S-Bahn ring and encompasses the city centre, zone B ends at the city limits. Zone C includes Berlin‘s immediate surroundings (e.g. Potsdam, Oranienburg). Tickets can be purchased with the zone combinations AB, BC, ABC. Standard fares apply to adults, reduced fares to children aged 6-13; children under 6 ride free. Tickets can be purchased at any of the many BVG and S-Bahn Berlin ticket counters and at ticket machines located in the stations. The machines are equipped with convenient on-screen menu navigation and are available 24 hours a day in 6 languages (German, English, French, Spanish, Turkish, and Polish).
Semester ticket: Your student ID card does a double duty as your semester ticket. In connection with an official photo identity document (passport, personal ID card), this becomes a valid public transport ticket. The semester ticket operates throughout the ABC local transport zones managed by the Berlin-Brandenburg transport consortium (VBB) for an unlimited number of journeys.
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Cost of LivingThe cost of living depends on your lifestyle. However, you cannot influence the average rents or the cost of food and health insurance! So, just being thrifty is not going to help!
On average, students in Germany need to expect about 900 Euro in expenses per month:
Rent (incl. additional charges) 400.00 (rooms in residence halls)Food 200.00Clothing 52.00Public transport 50.00 (your student ID card includes your semester ticket. In connection with an official photo identity document, i.e. passport/national ID card, this becomes a valid public transport ticket for the whole semester)Health insurance 73.00Telephone/internet/radio & TV license 18.00Work/study materials 30.00Leisure activities 68.00Total approx. 891.00(Adapted source: www.internationale-studierende.de/en/prepare_your_studies/financing)
Not included here are leisure activities and semester fees, which need to be paid during enrolment. So, especially at the beginning of semester, you will have more expenses than usual. For example, you will have to pay for the semester ticket up front at the beginning of the semester and not on a monthly basis.
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DELFT UNIVERITY OF TECHNOLOGYDELFT, THE NETHERLANDS
Country & City
The NetherlandsThe Netherlands is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, located in the North-West of Europe. The Netherlands borders the North Sea to the north and west, Belgium to the south, and Germany to the east. The capital is Amsterdam and the seat of government is The Hague.
The Netherlands is a geographically low-lying country, with about 20% of its area and 21% of its population located below sea level with 50% of its land lying less than 1 metre above sea level. Significant land area has been gained through land reclamation and preserved through an elaborate system of polders and dikes. What strikes people most when they first arrive in Holland is the landscape. The country is extremely flat. While there are some hilly areas in the southeast corner of the country, even these barely infringe on the broad, unbroken expanse of sky that is so characteristic of the Dutch landscape. Moreover, there is water everywhere, in the form of lakes, rivers and canals.
The Netherlands is the 25th most densely populated country in the world, with 395 inhabitants per square kilometre (1,023 sq mi)—or 484 people per square kilometre (1,254/sq mi) if only the land area is counted. It is the most densely populated country in Europe with a population over 16 million.
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DelftThe city of Delft is a picturesque community in the Netherlands that is located north of Rotterdam and east of the Hague. Delft is primarily known for its typically Dutch town centre with canals; also for the painter Vermeer, Delft Blue pottery (Delftware), the Delft University of Technology, and its association with the Dutch royal family, the House of Orange-Nassau. It features many interesting tourist attractions and museums. It is also a popular shopping destination, particularly for the world-famous pottery that is produced in the community. The pedestrian-friendly community is a great place to explore by foot. Delft Town Hall is a beautiful old building situated on Markt Square in the Delft city centre. The renaissance tower was built in the 13th century. It includes a torture chamber. The museum Het Prinsenhof contains paintings and artefacts from Holland's 80 year war with Spain. A typical Dutch windmill can be found on the outskirts of Delft, called the De Roos Windmill, the existing structure has been here since the early 1800s.
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Delft University of Technology is one of three Universities of Technology in the Netherlands. Today well over 16,000 students are enrolled. Visitors to Delft can enjoy a refreshing beverage or full meal at one of several restaurants that are located on and near the Markt.
There are two large airports that serve Delft: the Rotterdam/The Hague Airport to the south and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to the north.
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University
Delft University of Technology Postal address: Postbus 5, 2600 AA Delft, The NetherlandsTel: +31 (0)15 27 89111E-mail: [email protected] www.tudelft.nl
Campus Information Faculty Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Sciences (EEMCS)Visiting Address: Mourik Broekmanweg 6, 2628 XE Delft, The Netherlands.
Public transport: from station Delft, take RET bus 40 (to Rotterdam CS) and get off the bus at busstop "Cornelis Drebbelweg" OR From station Delft, take bus 69 (to TU Zuid) and get off the bus at busstop "Stieltjesweg" OR From station Delft take bus 121 (to Zoetermeer, Centrum West) and get off the bus at bus stop "AULA".
By car: Highway A13 (The Hague - Rotterdam), Exit 10: Delft Zuid, Exit: TU-wijk., Park at back side of building 28 Mourik Broekmanweg 6.
Campus Map: www.tudelft.nl/en/about-tu-delft/contact-and-accessibility/
COSSE CoordinatorName: Prof. dr. ir Kees VUIKE-mail: [email protected]: +31 (0)15 2785530Visiting Address: Fac. EEMCS, Building 28, Dept DIAM, Mourik Broekmanweg 6, 2628 XE Delft, the Netherlands
Student service for COSSE studentsName: Cecilia VAN DER HOEVENE-mail: [email protected]: +31 (0)15 27 81939Visiting Address: Fac. EEMCS, Building 28, Dept DIAM, Mourik Broekmanweg 6, 2628 XE Delft, the Netherlands
IntroductionTU Delft is the largest and most all-round University of Technology in the Netherlands. The University also enjoys a good international reputation. We lead the way in research into technological innovations. Our teaching is always up-to-date, practical and constantly adapted by our research. The University has been providing technical education for 165 years.
TU Delft collaborates with a large number of other educational and research institutes within the Netherlands and abroad and has a reputation for high-quality teaching and research. TU Delft has extensive contacts with governments, trade organisations, consultancies, the industry and small and medium-sized companies.
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Students from TU Delft have been responsible for highly impressive projects: take, for example, the solar energy-powered car Nuna, the flying robot Delfly and not to forget, the Plakkies.
Course Registration and Academic Information
Introduction for MSc studentsDuring the last week of August the International Office, the Faculties and Dutch and international students from TU Delft welcome the new international MSc students to TU Delft with a special introductory programme. All newly arriving Master’s students are required to take part in this programme, which includes the following:
Meet & Greet at Schiphol Airport Employees of the international office and students of TU Delft will give you a special welcome when you arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. They will meet you at the gate, give you information and a small food package and hand over the keys to your apartment. A bus will then take you to your accommodation in Delft, where you will be welcomed by a host who will help you get to your apartment. Any student will tell you that this service is unique to TU Delft, and it means that you don’t need to worry at all about your arrival in Delft.
Registration During the Introduction Week, a temporary one-stop shop is set up where you can make all the arrangements you need, as a new student in Delft. You will receive a personal appointment for this registration, stating the date and time. At the appointment, you will be able to take care of the following:
o signing your housing contract; o your health insurance policy; o registration as a citizen of Delft; o information regarding your Dutch bank account; o arranging your residence permit; o registration as a student of TU Delft
Introductory Programme Finding your way in a new country, meeting fellow students and being confronted with a new culture and a new language is a great experience and very exciting. When you have arrived in Delft, an enthusiastic team of fellow Dutch and International students, will be there to introduce you to:
o The campus and student facilities; o Teaching methods and cultural differences; o Social life, language classes and exploring the city of Delft.
You will be assigned a mentor, who will guide you through this extensive Introductory Programme.
Academic Calendar and Semester Dates
The academic calendar comprises four periods (quartiles) of ten weeks, each with a fixed starting date. Every period is made up of seven weeks of education, two weeks with no timetable and one week of exams. No education has been planned for the two weeks around Christmas, to coincide with the national two-week Christmas holiday in the primary and secondary schools. There is a spring holiday in the 3rd quartile. A compensation week has been planned in the 4th quartile to make up for the public holidays that fall within that period.
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Credit and Grading SystemThe grading scale ranges from 0 – 10A = 10 = ExcellentB = 9 = Very goodC = 8 = GoodD = 7 = SufficientE = 6 = PassF = 1-5 = Fail
Extra curricula courses
Award of degree certificateAfter completion of the COSSE programme, students who have TU Delft as degree awarded university shall send an e-mail to the International Office at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science: msc-ewi@ tudelft.nl . Information will then be given on registration and the procedure for degree awarding at TU Delft.
Students with TU Delft as 2nd year university will be given a copy of the diploma by the time of the thesis presentation, where as the Diploma Supplement will be sent when the thesis has been graded. The degree certificate for students with TU Delft as 1st year university will be processed after the transcript of records have been sent by the 2nd year university.
An electronic copy (pdf) of the thesis shall also be sent to Prof. VUIK.
Regulations for re-examinations and programme completion
Reimbursement of participation feeThe participation fee can be fully reimbursed if a cancellation of studies is caused by extenuating circumstances beyond the student’s control. For example: residence permit not being granted or serious illness or death of the student, the student’s partner or member of the immediate family. Under these circumstances the upcoming or ongoing semester’s tuition fees can be reimbursed.
Student rights and responsibilitieshttp://studenten.tudelft.nl/index.php?id=68368&L=1
Student lifeInformation is found at web site: www.tudelft.nl/en/
Accommodation
The TU Delft International Office can arrange housing for international MSc students. After being admitted, you will receive information on how to arrange accommodation through the University. Accommodation is not guaranteed, however. The number of incoming international students is increasing, while the housing available remains limited.
TU Delft arranges accommodation in cooperation with the housing organisation DUWO. Both private and shared student units are available. All accommodation includes bed sheets, bedding and pillowcases, and a box with kitchen utensils for one. Almost all
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rooms are equipped with an internet connection and (shared) washing machines, and are close to the university (within three kilometres). There is some on-campus housing, but generally students live off campus.For more information, step-by-step application instructions, rental terms and conditions, visit the DUWO website: www.DUWO.nl
Rents range from € 450 to € 600 per month, and accommodation can vary from private units to units with shared facilities. Rents include gas, water, electricity, an internet connection and municipal taxes.
Visa and TravelEntry VisaObtaining a visa can be complicated. Fortunately TU Delft provides assistance for any MSc student who needs one. After you have been admitted to your programme, we will provide students who need a visa with detailed information on the procedure for obtaining one. For more information go to: http://www.tudelft.nl/en/theme/international-staff-and-students/
Arrival to Delft University of TechnologyArrival day for international students for studies at TUD is around August 25th.
Banking
Banking informationStudents arriving to TUD will collect the first scholarship payment at the TUD International Office upon arrival. Shortly after arrival, students who do not already have a bank account in an EU country will be directed to open a bank account at ABN AMRO. It may take 2 – 3 weeks until the bank account is available.
Estimated Cost of Living
Food/meals/Local transportation/Other
Housing: € 600,-Food: € 180,-Clothing etc.: € 100,-Miscellaneous (transport, social activities): € 100
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KTH - ROYAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYSTOCKHOLM, SWEDEN
Country & city
SwedenSweden, officially the Kingdom of, is a Nordic country on the Scandinavian Peninsula in Northern Europe. Sweden has land borders with Norway to the west and Finland to the northeast, and is connected to Denmark by the Öresund Bridge in the south.
Sweden is the third largest country in the European Union in terms of area with a population of over 9.2 million. Sweden has a low population density of 21 people per km² (53 per square mile), but with a considerably higher density in the southern half of the country. About 85% of the population live in urban areas, and it is expected that these numbers will gradually rise as a part of the ongoing urbanization of the country.
StockholmStockholm is the capital of Sweden with approximately 1.9 million inhabitants. It is the largest university city in the Nordic countries with over 80.000 students, 5.000 of them international. It is located between the lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea in the middle of the country.
Furthermore, Stockholm is the center of Sweden’s political, cultural and business world and the financial centre of Scandinavia. Many multinational companies are found here, along with the headquarters of a whole range of Swedish organizations, authorities and cultural institutions.
Stockholm provides an international milieu where you can meet people from all over the world. Like other large cities of the world, Stockholm is especially open to outside influences. The city has a broad ethnic spectrum and trends within fashion, culture, art and music quickly take root.
You can easily access a throbbing big city and at the same time enjoy Stockholm’s closeness to nature. The city, one of the cleanest in Europe, is made up of water, green areas and built-up areas in three equal parts. Parks and green areas are nestled among both the cityscapes and the heavily built-up suburbs.
Nearest airport: Arlanda International Airport (Stockholm)
UniversityKTH, Kungliga Tekniska HögskolanThe Royal Institute of TechnologyAddress: Brinellvägen 8, 100 44 Stockholm, Swedenwww.kth.se
Main university switchboard: +46 8 790 6000Emergency number: +46 8 790 7700 (operates 24 hours a day)
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Campus information
Campus KTH Visiting Address: Brinellvägen 8, Stockholm KTH Info Center: Drottning Kristinas väg 4Metro station: T= Tekniska högskolan (red line)www.kth.se/en/student/kartor-adresser
Director COSSE Master’s programmeAssoc. Prof. Michael HANKESchool of Engineering SciencesE-mail: [email protected]: + 46 (8) 790 6278Visiting Address: Lindstedtsvägen 25Metro station: T= Tekniska högskolan (red line),
Student administrationKTH School of Engineering Science Name: My DELBYE-mail: [email protected]: + 46 (8) 790 7588 Visiting Address: Teknikringen 8Metro station: T= Tekniska högskolan (red line)
IntroductionKTH is the largest and highest ranked technical university in Sweden. Since 1827 the university has been distinguished by a tradition of pioneering research, engineering genius and cutting-edge science. KTH accounts for one third of Sweden’s technical research and engineering education capacity at University level. The Education and Research covers a broad spectrum—from natural sciences to all branches of engineering, as well as architecture, industrial engineering and management, urban planning, work science and environmental engineering.
Many international students choose KTH to continue their education. Every year over 1 300 exchange students and 1 100 master students begin their studies at KTH. The university has extensive international research and educational exchange programmes with universities and colleges, mainly in Europe, Australia and the U.S., but also increasingly in Asia. The university participates actively in various EU research programs and university networks.
Course registration and academic information
Academic calendar and semester datesThe academic year is 40 weeks long and divided into two semesters, each consisting of two study periods. Each study period comprises seven weeks of scheduled tuition, such as lectures and laboratory work, followed by one week of examinations.
Autumn semester: end of August – end of DecemberSpring semester: early/mid January – end May
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Specific dates for each term can be found on the KTH website for international students.
Course contentsCourse descriptions can be found in the course and programme directory: www.kth.se/student/kurser/?l=en_UK
Course levels:First cycle = year 1 – 3 (Bachelor’s level)Second cycle = year 4 – 5 (Master’s level)Third cycle = PhD level
Period of instructions:Period 1 and 2 = autumn semesterPeriod 3 and 4 = spring semester
Credit and grading systemKTH uses a system of credits where one week of full time study (40 hours including lectures, individual studies, etc.) is equivalent to 1,5 credits. One academic year (40 weeks) equals 60 credits. Swedish credits may be compared to European ECTS credits, in which 60 ECTS credits correspond to the workload of one full-time academic year, normally 1500-1800 hours. The grading scale ranges from A (excellent) to F/FX (fail).
A=excellent, B=very good, C=good, D=sufficient, E=pass, F/FX=fail
Extra curricula coursesStudents who which to study extra curricula courses beyond the 60 ECTS stipulated for the COSSE programme, shall pay the tuition fee for these courses. Please note that there might be limitations to the number of extra curricula courses allowed.
Award of degree certificateAfter completion of the COSSE programme, students who have KTH as degree awarded university shall submit an application for the KTH Degree certificate. This can be done on-line and information is provided at the KTH website. Please note that the documents will be sent by registered post, which means that the address provided must be valid for the next six months and there must be a person who can accept the envelope.
Regulations for re-examinations and programme completion Re-examinations take place in:
August, December/January, March/April, June. Specific information for the academic year is found at: www.kth.se/en/student/schema/tenta/tidpunkter-for-omtentamen-1.278538
Number of re-examinations allowed per course:For each course there is one re-examination opportunity per year.
Latest date for the COSSE studies to be completed within the stipulated duration of 2 years:
Limitations are connected to residence permit/visa issues and that the courses still are available.
Tuition fees to be paid at KTH for extension of programme studies beyond the stipulated 2 years:
No further tuition fees are asked for unfinished courses within the COSSE programme. Students are asked to check the migration regulations for completing programme studies in Sweden.
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Reimbursement of participation fee:The tuition fee can be fully reimbursed if a cancellation of studies is caused by extenuating circumstances beyond the student’s control. For example: residence permit not being granted or serious illness or death of the student, the student’s partner or member of the immediate family. Under these circumstances the upcoming or ongoing semester’s tuition fees can be reimbursed.
Student rights and responsibilitiesFor information about laws and regulations, ethics policy, student counseling service, student health care and disciplinary measures, please see the KTH websitewww.kth.se/en/student/studentliv/studentratt/rattigheter-och-skyldigheter-1.307449
Student lifeUseful information can be found on the KTH Student Web www.kth.se/en/student.
Information for students with special needsKTH has a policy stating the measures necessary for facilitating studies for students with disabilities. Disabled students at KTH are offered the opportunity to adapt to the requirements, while being given support specifically for their disability. The supportive measures that KTH offers disabled students are based on the needs of each individual student, adapted to the disabilities of each student and formed in cooperation with the student.
In order to gain access to the necessary support measures, students must have a documented diagnosis concerning a long-term disability. This diagnosis may be issued by a doctor or some other authorized person.
These are examples of support measures: Course literature transferred to audio books Individual study plan Longer writing periods for exams Help with note-taking
Students should contact the coordinator for disabled students at KTH for more information concerning support measures or if there is anything else that could be up for discussion. The coordinator issues a document concerning the support that is needed. The student and the coordinator agree on how to inform teachers, counselors and other personnel concerned.
Coordinator. Monica BARSCH (Ms.)Visiting Address: Campus KTH, Drottning Kristinas väg 4Phone: +46 8 790 70 98, E-mail: [email protected]
Read more: www.kth.se/en/student/studentliv/funktionsnedsattning
AccommodationNon-EU students are guaranteed housing if the housing application deadline is met. Information about the housing application procedure is sent to students who are coming to KTH. Please complete the online application form by the specified deadline. KTH cannot guarantee housing for students who fail to meet the application deadline.
The rooms are located in the main campus as well as in the suburbs of Stockholm and can only be rented for full calendar months. The student is personally responsible for paying the rent, which must be paid in advance. The first payment slip, however, will be
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given to the student upon arrival. Rental agreements can be signed for a up to two academic years if required (the shortest contract is 3 months in duration).
The room is let with a basic set of furniture including a mattress on the bed (please note that no kitchen utensils are provided—no pots, pans, cutlery or porcelain. Pillows, blankets and other textiles are not included either). The students must supply their own bed linen and towels. It is recommended to report any damage or other problems noticed at the beginning of the contract period immediately to KTH Accommodation. The tenant is responsible for any damage to the room or furniture beyond normal wear and tear.
Visa and Travel
Entry Visa/Residence permit
With KTH as your second destinationStudents from outside the EU/EEA/EFTA must apply for a residence permit for studies at the Swedish Embassy/Consulate in the current host country at least 3 months before the course starts at KTH. Please note that even though a Schengen visa allows travel to Sweden, it is not eligible for studies. Applications for a residence permit can under no circumstances be submitted after entering Sweden!
EU students must register for right of residence within three months of their arrival in Sweden. See the KTH handbook for Master students for further information.
Arrival to KTHThe arrival day for all international students will be in mid/end August. You will be informed about this in your welcoming letter.
The Arlanda train reaches Stockholm Central Station in 20 minutes. There is also a coach service to central Stockholm, which takes approximately 40 minutes. From the Central Station you take the metro to the stop “Tekniska Högskolan” (on the red line). Taxis are also available at Arlanda Airport. Ask for a fixed price, which should not be more than SEK 600. For more detailed information about transport upon arrival, please see the KTH website for international students.
For the metro, it is recommended that you buy a card either for 30 days, which costs about SEK 800, 72 hours (250 SEK) or 7 days (300 SEK), which gives you time to get the document needed for buying a metro card with a student discount. More information about SL tickets and student discounts can be found under “Estimated cost of living” below.
Baggage sent by a cargo service shall be addressed to your accommodation address in Stockholm. (Students with housing provided by KTH Accommodation will be informed about their address in Stockholm in June or early July.) Once the baggage arrives in Stockholm, a slip will be posted to your address detailing where you can pick up the baggage. You will need to bring your passport to pick up the sent items.
If several students are going to the same destination when leaving KTH, it is recommended to use a cargo shipper and share the cost.
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Estimated Cost of Living
Food/mealsMeals at a bar or self-service restaurant costs approx. SEK 80 and the student restaurants at KTH offer meals at reasonable prices, approx. SEK 60. Many students bring their own food that they can heat in microwave ovens provided by the Student Union.
Local transportationPublic transportation is easy to use in Stockholm and in Sweden in general. The Stockholm Local Transport System, SL, provides travel by commuter trains, subway, buses and boats throughout the greater Stockholm area.
Students may purchase a 30-day card for 550 SEK or a 90-day card for 1600 SEK. These will provide unlimited travel within the greater Stockholm area during the specified time period and are by far the easiest and least expensive way to get around.
Anyone using a student travel card must show a valid student ID card proving that he or she is studying 75% or more. Student ID cards are provided to all members of the students’ union at KTH (THS), but may take up to three weeks to be delivered. In the meantime, a signed admission letter to KTH proving at least 75% enrolment may be exchanged for a temporary student ID card issued by SL (valid for 60 days).
Other (all in SEK)Course literature, phone, hygiene articles etc:. approx. 2 000 per monthAccommodation: approx. 4 200 per monthHobby/leisure: approx.. 500 per monthFood: approx. 2000 per month
