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DEGGENDORF AT A GLANCE

Nestled at the foot of the Bavarian mountains, Deggendorf is a charming city waiting to be discovered. The town is also located on the left bank of the Danube that happens to be one of the things that locals love the most about Deggendorf. From here, citizens and visitors can head out to some great places for hiking, cycling or long walks in the Bavarian Forest or simply to explore the eastern part of Bavaria. Similar to most of the towns in Germany, Deggendorf also carries the typical historical atmosphere with its fair share of medieval buildings, churches and monasteries. Getting around Deggendorf is quite easy due to the public transport and the short distances. There are four lines servicing the entire city operating on all days except for Sundays and public holidays. A semester ticket for students would cost around 107 EUR. Due to its location, Deggendorf falls into the cool temperate climate zone with cold and dry winters and humid warm summers. Out of the 33,750 inhabitants, around 7,800 are students studying at the Deggendorf Institute of Technology. Despite the intercultural flair that the university prompts, many of the local citizens do not speak English fluently, which is why international students must have at least some basic knowledge of the German languages in order to have day to day conversations.

Academic Year

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

Official Language

German

Higher Education Institutions

Population

33750

Living Costs

750 EUR - 800 EUR

STUDYING IN DEGGENDORF

Deggendorf Institute of Technology is the only higher learning institute located in the city. Although the university has several campuses across Germany, the one that is situated in Deggendorf is the first and the largest one. The campus is renovated and features state-of-the-art laboratories and workshops, modern courtyard with a large water feature as well as an excellent hub for students since all of the main facilities and service centers are located within the premises of the campus or around it. At the Deggendorf Institute of Technology, international as well as local students can benefit from a range of modern and interdisciplinary degrees taught in English and German. Here, students can find any type of study program – from undergraduate and postgraduate studies through further education programs to part-time and double degree courses. Although Deggendorf is a fairly small city, students here can easily find accommodation. The majority of international students coming to the Deggendorf Institute of Technology choose to live at one of the ten student parks, all located withing walking distance of the campus. The offered flats are modern, compact and furnished. Most of them are suitable for single occupation, however other options for shared living are also available. In addition, the student parks also come with a communal lounge area where students can gather together, a laundry room as well as parking and bike spaces.

DEGGENDORF LIFESTYLE

For those who decide to study here, Deggendorf offers a variety of activities at any time of the year. The local environment is a great prerequisite for long walks along the riverside promenade or exciting adventures in the Bavarian Forest mountains. The city is often referred to as the ‘’Gateway to the Bavarian Forest’’ and for a reason. Starting from here, one can explore Germany’s first national park, namely the Bavarian Forest National Park found in 1970. Deggendorf is located next to bigger cities like Munich or Salzburg, Linz or even Vienna as it is also very close to the Austrian border. Such favorable location opens new opportunities for students to explore not only Germany but also its neighbor counties. Being a small town, Deggendorf definitely has its perks. Local citizens are very polite and welcome international students warmly. In the town center, citizens can find charming restaurants, lively pubs and cafes as well as small shops. Most students often like to spend their evenings at some of the many pubs and bars that can be found in the downtown area. Those who are more interested in local traditions and the German culture should definitely attend one of the many festivals and events such as the Deggendorf Spring Festival, the Bavarian-Bohemian Cultural Week or the Christkindlmarkt around the end of November.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN DEGGENDORF

Despite its size, Deggendorf is home to many companies situated in and around the city. Thanks to the Deggendorf Institute of Technology a lot of start-up business have established in the town. What is more, Deggendorf is also part of the economic region of the Danube cities. The professional qualifications that students will obtain from the university will allow them to take part in various practical internships or establish directly a career in one of the active industries in Deggendorf. In addition, graduates can also seek career prospects in other cities across Germany or abroad. Deggendorf also offers a lot of possibilities for part-time jobs for all students who are interested in working while studying. However, before searching for a job, international students are advised to become aware of the working requirements in Germany as there might be restrictions in the working days per year. Job offers are often advertised throughout the campus of the university as well as online. The study portal universitaet.com has a separate ‘’Career’’ section where various job opportunities can be found.

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