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WISMAR AT A GLANCE

Wismar is a small city located in Northern Germany and is also part of the Hamburg Metropolitan Region which is connected to the Baltic Sea. In a total area of 41.72 km2, there are over 40,000 inhabitants living, studying or working in the cozy city of Wismar. Wismar, just like any other city in the country, has an excellent and reliable public transportation network. Within the city, citizens may benefit from the bus lines that connect all parts of the city. Another convenient and common means of transportation in Wismar is the bicycle. People can either buy their own bike or rent one when needed – bicycle stations can be found all around the city. Some people prefer to ride a bicycle also because the weather usually allows one to enjoy a bicycle ride – rain is a rare thing in Wismar. Approximately half of the year the weather is rather cold with temperatures between -3 and 10 °C. However, in June, July and August, temperatures are between 21 and 27°C, so citizens can enjoy the summer season in Wismar.

Academic Year

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

Official Language

German

Higher Education Institutions

Population

42906

Living Costs

700 – 850 EUR

STUDYING IN WISMAR

The city of Wismar offers not only an amazing and relaxing atmosphere but also an excellent level of higher education. The University of Wismar is based at the Baltic coast (only five hundred yards from the harbor), and is considered the third-largest higher education institution in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The university was founded in 1907 and today it offers over fifty different degree courses, mainly in engineering, design, and business. Moreover, in partnership with the European Cruise Academy, the University of Wismar provides students with the opportunity to study maritime studies. Even though German is the main language of instruction, most of the courses, especially those in the business area, are also taught in English which gives international students the option to study in the university without having good knowledge in the German language. The University of Wismar has partnerships many other higher education institutions located in over forty countries around the world and is becoming also a popular choice of study exchange destination for thousands of students from other European countries, as well as from such exotic places as Japan, Cape Town, and Indonesia. When it comes to student accommodation in Wismar, students have to choose between living in a residential home and renting a place themselves. Student’s services in the city of Wismar offer furnished rooms for students only in a couple of modern residential buildings within the town. This is the most convenient and fastest way for students to find a nice and affordable place to live. They only have to contact the university prior to their arrival, so that room can be assigned and all documents be prepared. Prices for a room in such hall of residence cost between 300 and 390 EUR per month with all bills included. Apart from living in student residential buildings, students in Wismar can look for renting a room in a shared flat. Depending on the exact location, prices vary between 350 and 450 EUR per person per month.

WISMAR LIFESTYLE

Wismar’s appearance is also strongly defined by its harbors. Moreover, Wismar, as well as other ports along the Baltic coastline of Germany, are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites due to its unique red-brick architecture. The charming buildings are intact today primarily because of the military efficiency, toughness, but mostly discretion of the 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion. The old harbor in the city is framed by warehouses many of which today are restaurants and even hotels that are very attractive to tourists. Enjoying the sunset while having a delicious dinner in a cozy harbor restaurant will make everyone fall in love with Wismar’s atmosphere.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN WISMAR

Wismar’s business sector is mainly based on the diversity of its economic structure: global players, small and medium-sized enterprises, all employing skilled workers. However, the maritime industry is a really important economic sector in Wismar because all the region’s seaports and the associated logistics sector are considered growth stimulators. Thirteen port locations provide modern logistical services. Shipbuilding in the region mainly involves the areas of marine technology and specialty shipbuilding. Apart from the maritime, the IT sector is of growing importance to the city of Wismar, and the whole region in general. Every year, more and more start-up companies are concentrated on developing new digital solutions. Students and graduates from that field have the opportunity to find both internship positions and full-time employment in the IT sector and gain experience in the field.