International SPIRIT" certificate - Internationalization at home

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The "International SPIRIT" certificate is an offer that certifies that students have developed an international profile in the Bachelor's degree program in Social Work by participating in language courses, internationally oriented courses and other activities. The achievements are usually acquired within the standard Bachelor's curriculum.

The study program is based on the "SPIRIT model":


  • You will complete an examination in the area of foreign language skills as well as an academic achievement with an international focus in module S.
  • In addition, two academic achievements must be completed in partiallyinternationalcourses (in modules 2-8). Partially international courses do not necessarily have an international overall content, but they do have at least two individual sessions with an international reference. The coursework relates thematically to these individual sessions.
  • Further coursework is completed in purelyinternationalcourses: this involves one examination (in modules 5-8) and one coursework (in modules 2-8). Purely international courses have an international focus throughout.
  • Internships abroad, international excursions and semesters abroad are optional additional partial achievements. They are not a requirement for obtaining the certificate, but are listed separately, provided that corresponding activities have taken place

Obtaining the certificate

On the basis of the certificate regulations, you will receive a transcript of records in which you enter your successfully completed coursework (4 SL + 2 PL) and have it signed by the respective lecturer. As soon as the transcript of records is complete, you will receive the "International SPIRIT" certificate. This certificate lists the above-mentioned coursework and examinations.

Registration

In order to participate in the certificate programme, you must register in person with the Internationalization Officer, Prof. Dr. Sigrid James, at the Institute of Social Work. Registration is possible at any time, but it is advisable to start in the first semester.

Courses

The current courses that are suitable for the certificate program can be found in the course catalog of the BA Social Work under the menu item "International SPIRIT". Suitable courses are also marked accordingly in the "Remarks" field. Admission to the courses takes place regularly according to the respective admission procedure. Courses that are allocated according to the PRIOS procedure and are suitable for obtaining a certificate should be given priority 1. There is no entitlement to participation.