MDT WIKI
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Master in Management

Digitalization
& Transformation M.A.

An independent student-run wiki. Practical knowledge, honest professor profiles, survival tips. Everything the official brochure won't tell you (maybe).

14 Modules documented
13+ Professor profiles
4 Language tracks

Modules & Lectures

What to expect from each course? Workload, Assessment style, and Student ratings.

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Professor Profiles

Teaching styles, exam approach, and communication methods.

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Language Courses

Where to find German courses, free options, university offerings, and online alternatives.

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Student Portals

CampIno, AULIS, Webmail, FullFabric, and ISA appointments.

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Budgeting Guide

Real budgeting tips from students.

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Schedule

What the schedule looks like (vaguely) and opportunity for you to plan if you can squeeze a job.

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FAQ

Enrollment, Semester Information and Documents, Bureaucracy, and anything under the sun.

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Glossary

German academic, bureaucracy, and student life terms explained in plain English.

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Useful Links

Official portals, housing, visa offices, apps, and everything you'll need day-to-day.

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Contribute

Add your own notes, correct outdated info, or profile a professor you've experienced. Especially extracurricular courses that are not mandatory in the MDT curriculum.

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Wiki / Modules & Lectures

Modules & Lectures

Course-by-course breakdown summarized into fun-sized description cards.
Includes: Workload, exam format, and tips on what's actually useful.

 

Last updated: March 2026.

Core · Digital
★★★★☆ 4.5

Business Models and Innovation

A reviw of the Business Model Canvas and a practical exploration of how digitalization is transforming traditional business models. Final project is a group business model pitch.

All Class Activities will be related to the final output (Step-by-Step building). Business Model Pitch Group project
For Improvement: Students gave feedback that the course could benefit having more topics on digitalization or how to canvas, plan, and strategize on making digital products.
Student tip: Find a partner/groupmate you know you have a good rapport with and similar business ideas.

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Core · Digital
★★★★☆ 4.5

Supply Chain Management and Digital Transformation

Revisits the fundamentals of supply chain management with a focus on digital transformation. Case-study based with a mix of written and practical assessments. Final Assessment is through a research paper with a defense/presentation at the end.

Minimal Workload Research Paper and Defense Individual Project with Group Activities
For Improvement: Students gave feedback that the course could benefit having more topics on digitalization and providing organizations that can help in building SCM related pitches.
Student tip: Ensure to pick a topic you find most comfortable with and have sufficient resources to support your research. Also keep track of time and deadlines.

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Core · Digital
★★★★☆ 4.0

Digital Sales and Marketing Strategies

Revisits the fundamentals of digital sales and marketing with a focus on emerging trends and technologies. Final exam is a traditional multiple-choice assessment.

With Group Recap Activities (Reach group is assigned to discuss the previous day's lectures) Traditional exam With case studies and class activities
For Improvement: Students gave feedback that the course could benefit having more topics on digitalization and having more practical applications instead of just theoretical concepts.
Student tip: Take notes and study your notes carefully.

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Core · Digital
★★★★☆ 4.5

Cyber Risks and Data Protection

An introduction to the EU Data Privacy Regulations, the GDPR and relevant compliance frameworks. Highly compact module that will require intensive studying especially if you are not familiar with legal fields..

Moderate Workload Final Essay and Case Study with Presentation Individual and Group Projects
For Improvement: Due to the intensive nature of the module, students provided feedback to allocate more time for studying and reviewing the material.
Student tip: Engage well in the class and read ahead.

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Core · Digital
★★★★☆ 4.5

Data Science and Methods

Multi-faceted module covering statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization techniques for the Data Science portion and research methods and databases for academic purposes.

Moderate Workload Written exam combinign the lessons of 4 Professors Class Activites, Case Studies, Group Works, and Homeworks
For Improvement: The class was split into 2 parts with 2 professors each part. Students provided feedback that it could be improved on scheduling and creating a comprehensive timeline.
Student tip: Always practice the code.

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Elective
★★★★★ 5.0

Communication & Presentation

An elective module to the MDT students to hone their presentation skills in public speaking and presentation material formatting and writing.

Short Course Individual and Group Presentations Some Class Activities
For Improvement: Overall, the elective course was beneficial to students and there were no particular necessity for improvement.
Student tip: Just have fun!

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Elective · Digital
★★★★★ 4.8

NAME

LOREM IPSUM

Applied / hands-on Dashboard project No written exam
Student tip: lorem ipsum.

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Core
★★★☆☆ 2.9

NAME

LOREM IPSUM

Medium workload Closed-book exam
Student tip: lorem ipsum.
Elective · Digital
★★★★☆ 4.3

NAME

LOREM IPSUM

Conceptual Consulting report Guest speakers
Student tip: lorem ipsum.
Core
★★★★★ N/A

MASTER THESIS

The end goal.

  • It is recommended that you start early in looking for an idea, while having your classes. You will need a dedicated and trusted supervisor for this and you can choose any professor within IGC/HSB and even external. Documentation will be made once it is finalized.
  • If you have plans to have your thesis in a company make sure you have good German (B1/B2). And you have to start looking for prospective companies early on and build good connections. Unless you have existing connections that can put you in a company, research/thesis internships will be difficult to find. Most thesis internship positions are evolved from regular internships so you have to start from step zero.
  • This is a list.

 

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Wiki / Professor Profiles

Professor Profiles

Teaching method, exam philosophy, communication style (from a student perspective, not a CV).

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Prof. Dr. NAME

SUBJECT
5.0
Recitation? Case-studies? Socratic?

Teaching Style

Do they like recitation? Do they prefer case studies or a more interactive approach? Do they hate passive audiences?

Exam / Assessment

What is the final assessment format? Is it a written exam, a project, or a combination of both?

How to communicate

How to contact them and do they respond to different communication channels? How fast do they respond?

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Prof. Dr. NAME

SUBJECT
5.0
Recitation? Case-studies? Socratic?

Teaching Style

Do they like recitation? Do they prefer case studies or a more interactive approach? Do they hate passive audiences?

Exam / Assessment

What is the final assessment format? Is it a written exam, a project, or a combination of both?

How to communicate

How to contact them and do they respond to different communication channels? How fast do they respond?

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Prof. Dr. NAME

SUBJECT
5.0
Recitation? Case-studies? Socratic?

Teaching Style

Do they like recitation? Do they prefer case studies or a more interactive approach? Do they hate passive audiences?

Exam / Assessment

What is the final assessment format? Is it a written exam, a project, or a combination of both?

How to communicate

How to contact them and do they respond to different communication channels? How fast do they respond?

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Prof. Dr. NAME

SUBJECT
5.0
Recitation? Case-studies? Socratic?

Teaching Style

Do they like recitation? Do they prefer case studies or a more interactive approach? Do they hate passive audiences?

Exam / Assessment

What is the final assessment format? Is it a written exam, a project, or a combination of both?

How to communicate

How to contact them and do they respond to different communication channels? How fast do they respond?

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Wiki / Student Portals

Student Portals

All the platforms you'll need as an IGC student in one place.

CampIno

Student administration portal: enrollment, grades, certificates.
Open
CampIno login page Login
CampIno home page Dashboard
Log in with your HSB student credentials (same as email).
  • STUDENT SERVICE: Study Data (What degree you're enrolled in), Personal/Contact Data (Email, DE Adress Home Address, Phone Number), Payments (Semester Fees), Requested Reports (Immatrikulation Document, Transcript of Records Document)
  • PLANNER OF STUDIES: Module Registration (be on lookout as this will enroll you into the system so you can take your exams and have your grades reflected into the system).
  • SHOW MY ENROLLMENTS: Shows the data of the course/modules you're enrolled to.
  • MY ACHIEVEMENTS: Reflects your current running grades.
  • RZSHB SERVICE: Admin Matters contact if you need help regarding portals or access matters.

FullFabric / Apply IGC

Application and document submission portal for IGC programs.
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FullFabric login page Login
FullFabric home page Dashboard
Used mainly during application and onboarding. Keep your login saved. Your payment plan for the tuition fee is also recorded here. But the actual payment portals is through bank transfers.

HSB / IGC Webmail

Your official university inbox. Check this regularly for admin emails.
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Webmail login page Login
ISA And IGC Newsletters will always be sent to the personal email you provided upon applying. Once you have your enrollment valid and settled, you will receive your dedicated student email and domain where all HSB/University related Newsletters will be sent there. Follow the Student Handbook to know how to link your HSB email to your Gmail/Personal Inbox

AULIS

Learning management system: course materials, submissions, announcements, and even booking appointments with professors (some).
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AULIS login page Login
AULIS dashboard Dashboard
Professors place all resources here (exceptions apply), ensure to regularly check your AULIS.

ISA Appointments / Calenso

Book appointments with the International Student Advisory office.
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Calenso home page Home
Calenso booking page Booking
Book visa, enrollment, or general advisory appointments here.
Wiki / Language Courses

Language Courses

German proficiency is not required for the program, but it helps enormously for daily life and if you have plans to stay in Germany after your studies. Here's where to find courses, both free and paid.

University Language Center (SZHB) - Sprachenzentrum Bremen

All students enrolled in public universities are eligible to apply to the SZHB Bremen. As an enrolled student, the courses are significantly cheaper than private options. Register early (look at the website news for the dates of registration). Spots fill in the first week as per experience.

Student Review: SZHB has 3 branches/locations for classes (University of Bremen GW2, City University of Applied Sciences Werderstraße, and Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences).
  • Unless the course is specifically catered to a DEGREE PROGRAM, any student can enroll in any class (HSB Student can enroll at a class located in uni Bremen or Bremerhaven).
  • SEMESTER COURSES are normally 2X A WEEK but some can be 1x a week. The schedule can vary but are normally Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday.
  • INTENSIVE COURSES are offered in between semesters (normally during "lecture-free" period (last month of the semester)), but they are offered/registration opens at the same day the regular semester courses open.
  • IF YOU HAVE GERMAN BACKGROUND PLEASE TAKE THE PLACEMENT TEST. Try to learn a bit more so that you can skip A1.1. and be placed in A1.2. or A2.1+ classes.
  • In my opinion, it's not worth it to send 100+ euros for an A1 class, try to learn on your own or with study groups if you cannot secure an A1 slot at SZHB.
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Free Online Options

  • Deutsche Welle (DW Learn German): excellent structured free course, A1–B1
  • Duolingo: supplement only; not sufficient as standalone
  • Goethe Institut Online: quality materials, some free resources

Paid Intensive Courses

  • Goethe Institut: gold standard, expensive (~€300–800/course) but recognized
  • Campus German: has intensive courses and a free language cafe
Tip: Always inquire for Student Packages, Student Discounts, etc!

(Home Country) Paid Intensive Courses

  • Also consider contacting your home country language schools as some may have German-Timezone classes with schedule you are more comfortable with.

Tandem & Exchange / Language Cafes

Many universities run a Tandem program where you teach your native language to a German speaker, they teach you German. Completely free and often the fastest way to get conversational.

  • Check the International Office or language center for sign-ups
  • Apps: Tandem, etc.
  • Campus German offers free language cafes that are hosted weekly.

Other Languages Offered

SZHB centers typically offer Spanish, French, Mandarin, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, and others. Same registration rules apply. Check your SZHB portal.

Wiki / Schedule

Typical Semester Schedule

A representative week and month based on past MDT class schedules. Use this to plan part-time work, language courses, and personal commitments.

Note

This is based on past semester data, not an official timetable. Actual schedules vary per semester and professor. Always verify through AULIS and CampIno.

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Class Schedule Analysis/Review

Most classes are scheduled and set in blocks. However, some classes can be scattered across the entire semester. This means, while you can normally expect some order, you cannot actually have a "fixed" schedule with "consistent" shifts for a job.

There is also the consideration of changes in semesters, some professors may be available on this or that day/week and it can very greatly from each batch.

Normally, Fridays don't have a class but we have experienced Friday Classes to. Sometimes it's Mondays or Wednesdays that don't have class. It really depends.

Part-time work analysis

Based on this typical week, the best windows for part-time or Werkstudent work are Fridays and Weekends. Most students working part-time target 16–20 hours/week spread across these slots.

Wiki / Budgeting Guide

Budgeting Guide

Real numbers collected and averages from existing/current students.

Monthly Cost Breakdown

Category Low (€) Mid (€) High (€)
Rent (incl. utilities) ~300~650~700+
Groceries + Mensa* ~50~100~300+
Transport (Deutschlandticket / Semester ticket) ******
Health insurance ~150??
Phone plan ~5~10~20+
Going out / social ~50~150~300+
Books / software ~10~30~80
Total estimate

* Mensa meals are to be covered by your own funds. If you plan to eat every lunch here, you would have about ~15–30€ per week on average, which is about ~60–120€ per month.

** Deutschlandticket is available to all enrolled and valid students, however, this does NOT include ICE Trains, fees for bike space, or pets. If you are a newly enrolled student, your Deutschlandticket might not be available/valid yet as it will start on the official semester start date.

Student Discounts Worth Knowing

  • Museen, Kinos, Theater: Check the website for student discounts or free for students. Our enrollment and Student ID includes a "Kultursemesterticket". Though ther eis no QR Code, simply showing your ID for verification is enough.
  • GitHub Student Developer Pack: Our email domain "@stud.hs-bremen.de" gives access to a range of developer tools and resources at reduced or no cost.

Side Income Options

  • Working student (Werkstudent)/Minijob/Part-time Job: up to 20h/week during semester, tax-advantaged. Most common and recommended. Look for HiWi positions at university too.
  • Freelancing: allowed but check visa conditions if you're a non-EU student
  • Research assistant (HiWi): university jobs, flexible, ~€13–15/hr, good CV material
Student Tip: If you have plans to have your Master Thesis in a company, it's best to have student jobs related to company internships.
Non-EU note: Check your visa conditions. Student visas usually allow 120 full days or 240 half-days per year of work.

Funding & Scholarships

  • IGC DOES NOT OFFER SCHOLARSHIPS: Already in the website, it does not provide financial assistance.
Wiki / FAQ

FAQ

Honest answers to real questions.

What is the ISA (International Student Assistance) Team?
They are IGC's dedicated team to assist international students with the administrative onboarding process. They can assist you with visa questions, housing resources, and general questions about living in Bremen.
  • ENROLLMENT IS WITH ISA. The moment you have secured your visa and flight, ensure to book an appointment with ISA to finish the enrollment.
  • RESIDENCE PERMIT APPOINTMENT. They check all your documents to ensure you don't have any detail missing when submitting to BSU. They also give IGC Merch freebies.
  • AFTER THAT, YOU'RE DONE! Keep on lookout for the events ISA hosts, and also don't forget that ISA has implemented a 20 euro fee for the events.
Is the program fully in English?
Yes. all core lectures are in English.
  • However, HSB offers extra modules for added ECTS and skills which are held in either English or German.
  • Some/Majority of administrative processes will be in German.
  • Basic German is strongly recommended for daily life.
How hard is it to find housing?
Everywhere will be difficult. The more specific you are with the housing you want, the harder it will be. Start looking 3–4 months before.
  • The university does not provide housing you have to work on your own to secure one.
  • The ISA team can provide some resources but they cannot guarantee you a slot.
  • Student dorms (Studierendenwerk) are the cheapest (with private studios costing as low as 310€).
  • WG-Gesucht, and Immoscout24 are the main platforms. You can also try Kleinanzeigen.
  • Scams exist. Never pay a deposit before seeing a contract.
What GPA / grades do I need to pass?
The German grading scale runs 1.0 (best) to 5.0 (fail).
  • You typically need at least 4.0 to pass a module.
  • A 2.0–2.5 is considered satisfactory.
  • A 1.6-1.9 is good.
  • A 1.0-1.5 is very good.
  • Ask your program coordinator for the exact rules, fail policies may vary.
Can I work while studying?
  • EU students: yes, freely.
  • Non-EU students on a student visa: up to 120 full days or 240 half-days per year.
  • Working student (Werkstudent) contracts are the standard structure, they're tax-efficient and legal.
  • Check with the Ausländerbehörde if unsure about your visa conditions.
What's the networking like?
It depends on how much you put in. Cohort size is usually small enough that everyone knows each other. Some programs also have company visits and excursions to promote networking.
  • ISA Team of IGC regularly hosts events and activites for multiple programs to connect with each other.
  • Alumni networks vary in quality. MDT is a fairly new course so alumnis are not quite established yet.
  • It's worth joining clubs if you find soemthing that interests you, you can join sports clubs.
Are exams retakeable?
Generally, yes. A second failure has more serious consequences. Your program coordinator can walk you through it.
How do I get a Anmeldung (city registration)?
You must register your address at the local Einwohnermeldeamt within 14 days of moving in. Book an appointment online. You need: passport, rental contract or landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung). This unlocks your bank account, health insurance, and tax ID.
  • Appointment time slots can take a long time due to the queues so your best bet is the following:
  • (1) WALK IN:Currently, the walk-in schedule is on a Monday Afternoon or Wednesday Morning
  • (2) MORNING APPOINTMENT LOOK-OUT: If you don't wan tto stand outside for a long time during walk-in, you can wait every morning (7AM-ish) to see early appointments that were cancelled by other people.
Do I need a German bank account?
Yes, for practical purposes. Most landlords require a German bank account for rent.
Is the thesis / capstone project manageable alongside coursework?
Currently, the program is designed to have Thesis to be at the last semester as a stand-alone in order for students to focus on it.
Wiki / Glossary

Glossary

Every confusing term you'll encounter, academic, bureaucratic, and everyday. Sorted alphabetically within each category.

Academic Terms

ECTS European Credit Transfer System. A unit measuring study workload. One ECTS ≈ 25–30 hours of work. Most modules are worth 5–6 ECTS.
SWS Semesterwochenstunden: Semester hours per week. Measures contact hours in class, not total workload.
Prüfungsordnung (PO) Examination regulations. The legal document governing how exams, retakes, and grading work in your program. Always the source of truth.
Prüfungsanmeldung Exam registration. You must register for exams within a deadline, missing it usually means you cannot sit the exam.
Klausur Written exam. Usually closed or open book. Check your module's Prüfungsordnung.
Hausarbeit Academic paper / essay submitted as coursework. Usually 10–20 pages depending on the module.
Referat Presentation or seminar paper. Often paired with a written component.
Notenscale German grading scale: 1.0 (best) → 4.0 (pass) → 5.0 (fail). A 2.0–2.5 is considered good. A 1.x is excellent.
Semesterferien Semester break. Does not mean no work, exams and thesis writing often happen during this period.
Vorlesung Lecture. Typically one-way delivery from professor to students.
Seminar Interactive class with discussion, presentations, and participation expected.
Übung Exercise / tutorial session. Practical application of lecture content.
Thesis / Abschlussarbeit Master's thesis. Final research project to complete the degree. Usually 60–90 pages.
Betreuung Supervision. Your thesis supervisor relationship. Choose carefully.

Bureaucracy Terms

Anmeldung City address registration at the Einwohnermeldeamt. Must be done within 14 days of moving in. Required for almost everything else.
Abmeldung De-registration from the city. Required when you leave Germany permanently.
Einwohnermeldeamt Local residents' registration office. Where you do your Anmeldung. Book an appointment online in advance.
Ausländerbehörde Immigration authority. Non-EU students deal with this office for visa extensions and residence permits.
Aufenthaltstitel Residence permit. The physical card non-EU students receive after approval.
Steueridentifikationsnummer (Steuer-ID) Tax identification number. Sent by post after Anmeldung. Required for employment and tax returns.
Krankenversicherung Health insurance. Mandatory in Germany. Students under 30 can use public insurance (TK, AOK, Barmer) at reduced rates (~€120–130/month).
Wohnungsgeberbestätigung Landlord confirmation form. Required for Anmeldung, your landlord must sign this confirming you live at the address.
Rundfunkbeitrag (GEZ) Broadcasting fee (~€18.36/month per household). Applies to most households. Students sharing a flat pay once per flat, not per person.
SCHUFA German credit scoring system. Landlords often request a SCHUFA report. New arrivals won't have one, this can be a barrier to renting.

University Abbreviations

HSB Hochschule Bremen (Bremen University of Applied Sciences). The institution hosting the IGC.
IGC International Graduate Center. The graduate school within HSB running the MDT and other international master's programs.
MDT Management - Digitalization and Transformation. Your program.
AULIS HSB's learning management system (based on ILIAS). Where professors post materials, assignments, and announcements.
CampIno HSB's student administration portal. Grades, enrollment, certificates, and semester documents.
SZHB Sprachenzentrum Bremen (Language Center). Offers free or subsidized language courses for enrolled students.
ISA International Student Advisory. The office supporting international students with visa, enrollment, and general questions.
Studierendenwerk Student services organization. Manages student dorms, Mensa, and social counseling. Apply for dorm housing early.
AStA Allgemeiner Studierendenausschuss: student union. Represents students, organizes events, and manages the semester ticket.

Student Life Terms

WG (Wohngemeinschaft) Shared flat. The most common housing arrangement for students. Cheaper than a private studio and more social.
Mensa University canteen. Subsidized hot meals for students, usually €2–4 per meal with student ID.
Deutschlandticket / Semesterticket Public transport pass valid for the semester. Included in the Smester Fee that you pay.
Deutschlandticket €50-ish/month nationwide public transport pass. HSB Students have this paid via their Semester Fees (so pay up within deadline!).
Werkstudent Working student contract. Up to 20h/week during semester, tax-advantaged. The standard way to work part-time in Germany as a student.
HiWi (Hilfswissenschaftler) Student research/teaching assistant position at the university. Flexible hours, good pay (~€13–15/hr), good for CV.
Minijob Part-time job earning up to €538/month, tax-free. Less paperwork than Werkstudent but limited earnings.
BAföG German student financial aid. Generally not available to non-EU international students, but worth checking.
Immatrikulationsbescheinigung Enrollment certificate. Proof that you are a registered student. Required for health insurance, bank accounts, and discounts.
Exmatrikulation De-enrollment from the university. Happens automatically after graduation or if you withdraw.
Wiki / Useful Links

Useful Links

Everything you'll need (official portals, housing, apps, and daily life in Germany).

Official HSB / IGC

HSB Website Main university website: news, departments, contacts IGC Website International Graduate Center: Program info and events, everything about IGC. CampIno Grades, enrollment, semester documents AULIS Course materials, assignments, announcements HSB Webmail Your official university inbox ISA Appointments Book advisory appointments with the International Student office

Student Services & Offices

Studierendenwerk Bremen Student dorms, Mensa, social counseling AStA Bremen Student union: Semester ticket, events, legal advice

Housing

WG-Gesucht Most popular platform for shared flats in Germany ImmoScout24 Apartments and private rooms (broader listings) Studierendenwerk Dorms Cheapest option. Apply as early as possible

Government & Visa

Ausländerbehörde Bremen Immigration authority. Residence permits for non-EU students. BSU (Bremen Service Universität) Immigration authority branch for University Students (you will be making your appointment here) Einwohnermeldeamt Bremen City registration (Anmeldung). Book an appointment here (same portal as Migration Office) Make it in Germany Official German government guide for international students and workers DAAD Scholarships, funding, and resources for international students

Health Insurance

TK (Techniker Krankenkasse) Most popular public health insurer among international students TK Doctor Finder TK's dedicated page for you to find available doctors (under your insurance) within your area. TK-Doc TK's online doctor consultation app. Good for minor issues Doctolib Book doctor appointments online. find English-speaking doctors

German Language

Deutsche Welle - Learn German Free structured German courses A1–B1, excellent quality Goethe Institut Gold standard German courses. Paid but internationally recognized Campus German Another language learning service/course with free langauge cafes hosted regularly.

Useful Apps & Daily Life

ALDI / LIDL Cheapest supermarkets. Weekly deals on electronics, clothing, food REWE Supermarket with online delivery and good range of international products DM Drugstore: toiletries, medicine, household items, very affordable Lieferando Food delivery app: Germany's main platform. Kleinanzeigen Buy/sell second-hand furniture, bikes, textbooks, electronics Vinted Second-hand clothing (and items too): great for affordable stuff Deutsche Bahn (DB) Train tickets. Book early for Sparpreis deals. App: DB Navigator Fahrplanner For public transportation routes and scheduling. Also has an app under the same name.
Wiki / Contribute

Contribute

This wiki is only as good as what students put into it. Everything exeternally contributed will be verified and checked for accuracy and ground rule compliance before being added to the main content.

Here's how to add, correct, or update content.

How this wiki works

This is a static HTML site hosted on GitHub. To contribute, you'll need a GitHub account.

Ground rules

  • RESPECT PRIVACY: INITIALS ONLY. Full names are strictly forbidden. Always follow the initials only rule.
  • FACTUAL EXPERIENCES: KEEP IT PROFESSIONAL. Keep the experience related to the lecture, teaching style, or module content. Don't add anything that can be used to harm an individual's dignity.
  • DATE YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS. To make reviews reliable and consistent, contributions should be timestamped. Contributions without a timestamp will be denied.
  • CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK ONLY. Not happy with a professor's teaching style? Found a module lacking? Your review must remain constructive. This is not for the university, it's for new students who want a better understanding of what they're enrolling in. Your feedback helps them raise better questions and expectations. (And don't forget, we always fill out an official evaluation form for our professors.)
  • BE POLITE AND DON'T BE MEAN. No slurs, aggressive remarks, backhanded comments, or anything of the sort.

Option 1: GitHub (recommended)

  1. Go to github.com/pcsphsb/mdtwikipedia
  2. Open the relevant HTML file (e.g. index.html for a module)
  3. Click the pencil icon to edit.
  4. Make your changes. Follow the existing formatting pattern (please).
  5. Submit a pull request with a short description of what you changed

Option 2: Contact the Admin (me)

If you're not comfortable with GitHub, write up your addition (module notes, professor profile, FAQ answer) as plain text and send it to the current wiki maintainer.

Contact: mdtwikipedia@gmail.com

What to contribute

  • Module notes: workload, tips, exam format
  • Professor profiles: teaching style, how to communicate - please confirm the initials! Some professors may have the same initials so they either get a new code name or whatever.
  • FAQ answers: questions you had that weren't answered anywhere
  • Budget corrections: costs change, help keep numbers accurate
  • Language course reviews: which ones actually worked?