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ZWICKAU AT A GLANCE

Zwickau is a charming German town located in the federal state of Saxony in Central Germany. Zwickau’s total area equals nearly 104 km2, and there are more than 90,000 people living, studying or working in the city. German is the official language spoken in the city. The climate in Zwickau can be mostly defined as warm and temperate. The winters in the city are relatively cold, while the summers are nice and very warm. During July and August, temperatures go up to 21-22 °C. From December through February, temperatures are usually between -1 and 3 °C. Just like every other German city, Zwickau also has a very reliable and convenient public transportation network which consists of several bus lines, a tramway, and a railway. Buses connect every part of the city with the city center as well as with the main train station. However, in Zwickau, the majority of people prefer to use the trams because journeys take less time. Moreover, the city of Zwickau has a great location, ideal for those people who would love to travel by train. Leipzig and Dresden are both located only hour and a half away from Zwickau and can be a great destination for a weekend getaway. Also, Zwickau is situated close to the Czech border and there are many interesting places to be seen around. The impressive Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic is situated in less than four hours away, and it will cost twenty EUR approximately to be visited by train. This is an amazingly beautiful and colorful spa town with a very relaxing atmosphere. The Czech capital, Prague, is also not very far away and worth visiting, too.

Academic Year

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

Official Language

German

Higher Education Institutions

Population

90192

Living Costs

780 – 850 EUR

STUDYING IN ZWICKAU

Besides all the opportunities to visit other countries easily from there, the city of Zwickau can also offer young people an excellent level of higher education. Founded in 1897, the University of Applied Sciences Zwickau, also known is Germany as Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau, is currently home to almost 5,000 students coming from more than forty countries. In fact, approximately fifteen percent of all enrolled students at the University of Applied Sciences Zwickau are foreigners, both full-time and exchange students. The higher education institution aims at providing students with more practical education rather than simply theoretical knowledge. The university offers over fifty different degree programs students can choose from, including Management of Health Care Services, Physical Engineering, Computer Science and many others. The main language of instruction at the local higher education institution is German. However, there are still some degree courses that are taught in English, too. Besides choosing the right degree course, another important decision prospective students need to make is where they are going to live. Student accommodation is, in fact, a very delicate topic. Applicants usually try to find the ideal balance between quality and price. In Zwickau, prospective students can choose between living in student halls of residence, also known as student dormitories, and finding a place to live themselves, such as a room in a shared flat or a studio. However, the cheapest option is to live in a dormitory. In the city of Zwickau, there are several student dormitories available most of them offer single and double rooms. Usually, per month, a student can expect to pay between 157 and 247 EUR with all the bills included. Meanwhile, private accommodation in the city costs a little more. Renting a single room in a shared apartment close to the city center will cost between 210 and 270 EUR per month.

ZWICKAU LIFESTYLE

Apart from all the university activities, the city of Zwickau has so much more to offer to students. The whole town is really green, surrounded by big forests and beautiful lakes. Inside the city there is a countless number of fountains located almost everywhere. The place is ideal for long, relaxing walks during evenings and weekends or whenever students need to take a breath from all the lectures and the whole academic life in general. When the weather gets cold and outside activities do not seem so attractive anymore, students can go and check some local restaurants and bars during their spare time. And all the sushi aficionados will be happy to know that one of the best restaurants in town is the local Sushibar where they can take as many unique sushi bites as they want. Another place where both local people and tourists love to go is the Mexican restaurant Enchilada. Spicy, spicy and spicier is what students can expect to find there. Prices are fair and students really enjoy the place.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ZWICKAU

The city of Zwickau is located in an industrial area of the country and it is a very well-known place among all the car connoisseurs and enthusiasts. Zwickau is the birthplace of the famous Trabant (“Trabi” for short). The local economy of Zwickau is mainly focused on the automotive industry and there is an Audi factory situated in the city giving employment opportunities to many inhabitants. Students who want to earn some side money while they are still at university can do so easily by finding a part-time job in the city. Apart from earning pocket money, by working approximately twenty hours per week students will have enough time to focus on their studies and at the same time, they can gain some important practical, working skills. Graduates from Zwickau tend to move to bigger cities located close by, such as Leipzig and Dresden for example. There, they have more chances of finding their dream job and build a career. Students can go to work by train every day and keep their accommodation in Zwickau. That way, they can benefit from paying less money for rent while receiving a higher salary in the big city.