Process

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(1) Registration

Registration is always possible in the winter semester (until December 1).

(2) Participation in the introductory seminar

The introductory seminar takes place every winter semester. This provides an introduction to the study profile. The mentors are also introduced.

(3) Mentors

Each student is accompanied by a mentor. The mentors are introduced at the introductory seminar. Here, all students have the opportunity to express their preferences. Following the introductory seminar, the mentors are assigned to the students based on their preferences.
The mentors support the students in creating an individual learning path based on their subjects and personal interests.

(4) Studies in one compulsory and two compulsory elective modules

The InterESD study profile comprises one compulsory and two compulsory elective modules with a total of at least 10 ECTS credits (see diagram).

The compulsory module consists of

  • the introductory seminar and
  • the ESD lecture (always in the winter semester).

Both courses are linked to each other.

  • can be designed variably (2 ECTS points each)
  • Coursework can overlap with regular coursework in the degree program
  • As part of the compulsory elective modules 1 and 2, you choose courses from at least two different Faculties at the University of Kassel that are related to ESD, Global Citizenship Education and internationalization (you may need to consult your mentor!).
  • In compulsory elective module 2, it is possible to have an internship credited. It is important to discuss this with your mentor before the start of the internship in order to obtain approval. One week of full-time work placement is worth 1 ECTS point. After completing the internship, you will submit a short report to your mentor.
  • You can find current course suggestions here

(5) Participation in events and conferences

A meeting of all students and mentors takes place once a semester. The summer event takes place every summer semester and offers the opportunity to exchange ideas on a specific topic.
Every winter semester, the Present and Future Conference takes place, at which InterESD graduates present their products, learning paths or questions. The students of younger cohorts receive impulses for the further development of their study profile.
Both conferences are mandatory for all InterESD students.
At the end of your study profile, you will actively participate in the present and future conference. You will exchange ideas with the other InterESD graduates and jointly develop ideas on how your specific knowledge and individual skills can be used in the future.

(6) Keeping records

Transcript of Records: For each event you attend, you must keep a so-called "Laufzettel" (see "Downloads") on which the respective lecturer and your mentor confirm your participation. Please submit your routing slip via email to interesd@uni-kassel.de.

During your participation in InterESD, you will keep a process portfolio as an ePortfolio on the mahara platform.