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Education institutions have an important impact on politics, culture and economics – let's carry out historical investigations, compare New York and Berlin, do some field study projects and take a close look at the chances and functions of education concepts!
Humboldt University Berlin's Global Cities as Centers of Knowledge Production course will introduce students to the theory, development and realities of global cities as centres of knowledge production. Based upon a closer look at the formation of the European and the American city as knowledge centres in historical perspective, particularly in terms of travelling educational philosophies and practices of education, the 19th century German university will be explored as a role model for American educational institutions. In a second step in the course will discuss the shifting aims and institutional paradigms of education in Europe and the United States since the 20th century.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Federal Chancellery (Bundeskanzleramt)
- German Parliament (Bundestag)
- House of Representatives (Abgeordnetenhaus)
- Topography of Terror exhibition
- Political Archive of the Federal
- Foreign Office
- Kreuzberg Tour
- Museum Island (Museumsinsel)
- Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom)
- Daytrip to Potsdam
- Exhibitions
- Welcome Session
- Beach Volleyball
- Farewell Get2gether
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 26 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 72
Credits
6 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Berlin, Germany
Disciplines
International Development View 3 other Short Courses in International Development in GermanyWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 72
Other requirements
General requirements
- Motivation Letter
- Student Profile( Undergraduate students with an interest in geography, economics, cultural studies, social sciences, European studies.)
- This course is taught in English, including readings in English. For the understanding of the texts and the discussions in class a language level B2 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) is required.Participating students need to be at least 18 years old.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents890 EUR / full≈ 890 EUR / full -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals890 EUR / full≈ 890 EUR / full
Living costs
Berlin
Germany
836 - 1340 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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