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Ausländische Studenten in Deutschland

Context

In chapter 28 you read about Guy, a student from Cameroon studying in Germany. Attracting students from foreign countries is an important issue in Germany today. In addition to different perspectives, students from other countries can benefit the economy of the host country by improving economic and social ties after they complete their studies and return home.

Exploration

The United States has more than half a million students from around the globe studying at its many universities and colleges; Great Britain has nearly 200,000 foreign students. Germany lags behind with approximately 150,000, despite its numerous institutions of higher learning and reputation for academic excellence. To learn more about one German state's efforts to increase the number of foreign students at its universities, click on the following link. As you read the article, keep the following questions in mind and write down notes.

Where do many of the foreign students in Germany come from? What has been happening to the number of students from the United States?
Why does the Prime Minister of Niedersachsen want more foreign students to study in his state?
How has Niedersachsen attempted to attract more foreign students?
What proof is there that technical colleges are becoming more attractive?

Ausländische Studenten gesucht
http://www.welt.de/daten/1999/06/10/0610hh117385.htx
Read about German efforts to increase the number of foreign students.

http://www.userpage.fu-berlin.de/~migratio/Statistik/brbil005.htm
See where international students in Germany come from, and what they study.

Application

Create a brochure in German to help attract more international students to German universities and colleges. Be sure to include information about different programs of study, the different types of institutes of higher education, and career opportunities with a German education. What are some of the benefits of studying at a German university? Talk about cultural opportunities as well as meeting people from around the world. Mention the benefit of learning a second (or third or fourth) language. Mention aspects of German life that international students might find appealing, e.g., food or sports activities. Compare your brochure with those of your classmates. Decide which one will be most effective at attracting international students and discuss why.