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WEINGARTEN AT A GLANCE

Weingarten is a town in the Ravensburg district, in the federal state of Baden-Württemberg, southern Germany. It is situated in the valley of the Schussen River and just a few kilometers away from Lake Constance (or Bodensee). Translated literally from German, the name “Weingarten” means “wine garden” or “vineyard”. Accordingly, vineyards can still be seen in the area of Weingarten; wine and fruit production is one of the town’s strongest industries. The town was previously called Altdorf, before it was renamed to Weingarten in 1865, after the Weingarten Abbey, a monastery church on St. Martin's Mount, founded in 1056. The Weingarten Abbey overlooks the town and adds to the picturesque setting of the Black Forest. An interesting fact is that St. Martin’s Basilica is one of the biggest baroque churches in the world, attracting many tourists with its detailed features and grand organ. The climate in Weingarten is moderate all year round with an average temperature of 8.5 °C. There is a significant amount of rainfall yearly. Weingarten is a town with population of 25,000 people. The official spoken language is German. The town is easily accessible by train, bus or lightrail, and buses run daily for the citizens’ convenience.

Academic Year

Summer Semester: April – September / Winter Semester: October – March

Official Language

German

Higher Education Institutions

Population

25011

Living Costs

750 EUR

STUDYING IN WEINGARTEN

There are two higher education institutions in Weingarten – the University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg-Weingarten, and the University of Education Weingarten. The University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg-Weingarten is a public university founded in 1964 and it offers 18 Bachelor and 12 Master degree programs across four faculties - Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Social Work, Health and Nursing, and Faculty of Technology and Management. There are currently around 3,500 students enrolled pursuing degrees in teaching education and conventional programs. The most popular degree programs include, among others, Bachelor’s in Applied Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, Media Design and Digital Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, as well as Master’s in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship, Electrical Engineering and Embedded Systems, Computer Science, and Technology Management and Optimization. Most programs are taught in German, but there are three Bachelor (E-Mobility and Green Energy, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and Physical Engineering) and two Master (Electrical Engineering and Embedded Systems and Mechatronics) degree programs taught entirely in English. The University of Education Weingarten is a public university founded in 1949 that offers pedagogical and educational sciences courses. The university has the right to confer doctoral and post-doctoral degrees. University of Education Weingarten is technically split into two faculties, but most programs are interdisciplinary. There are currently around 3,500 students pursuing Bachelor degrees in Elementary Education, Speech Therapy, Media and Education Management, Multilingualism and Intercultural Education, Learning Support and more, and Master’s in Early Childhood Studies, Educational Science, Literacy and Basic Education and others. All courses are taught in German. Taking into consideration that ¼ of Weingarten’s population is comprised of students, finding accommodation can prove to be tricky. The best option is to look into student organizations that run residential complexes in the area. Seezeit Studierendenwerk Bodensee, for example, runs a residential complex in Weingarten and two residential complexes in Ravensburg. Other options include private housing which can be found through local newspapers and advertisements, but in all cases it is advised to look into accommodation well in advance.

WEINGARTEN LIFESTYLE

Given that Weingarten has long history that dates back to Roman times, there are some fascinating sights to explore in the town. The most popular attraction is the Basilica of St. Martin and Oswald – one of the biggest baroque churches in the world. The Weingarten Abbey is now home to the University of Education, and events such as the annual performing arts festival are held there. The Schlössle (German for little castle) is another interesting sight, which now is used as the municipal museum. Moreover, the Alemans Museum displays centuries-old relics and artifacts, and the Weingarten prides itself on its beautiful nature. Locals often visit Friedrichshafen, a city near Ravensburg where they can enjoy Lake Constance. They can also go hiking or simply set up a picnic in nature. As far as nightlife goes, people from the whole region go to Ravensburg’s famous clubs and pubs which work into the late hours of the night. There they can also enjoy restaurants which serve both traditional cuisine and international dishes. The Doner kebab shops are, of course, the most popular.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN WEINGARTEN

Getting started on your career can be difficult, but the Career Service of the University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg-Weingarten helps students find internships and potential jobs by helping them search, apply and prepare for jobs and job interviews. Baden-Württemberg is one of Europe’s strongest economically developed regions. Apart from the automotive industry, many small- and medium-sized companies are established in the area, and they are constantly on the lookout for skilled professionals. The leading sectors in Baden-Württemberg are production and machinery, plant engineering, electrical engineering, information and communication technology, pharmaceuticals, and optics.