German Academic Culture in Life and Natural Sciences — An Introduction for International Social Scientists
A workshop offered by the Gender Equality Office
In this workshop participants will learn how to understand German academic culture, navigate cultural expectations within a research setting, and build strategies for positive intercultural interactions.
In-person Workshop
Friday, May 9, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Trainer
Dr. Umilaela Arifin
Language
English
Location
Gender Equality Office Maximilianstraße 22, 53111 Bonn
Target Group
Women scientists
Track(s)
Research
Certificate
8 units are applicable within the Doctorate plus or Careers plus certificate
Description
We consider the peculiarities of relationships with supervisors, colleagues and the university administration in Germany, and advice is given on roles, responsibilities, and professional conduct. Another theme to be discussed is the impact of culture shock in order to explore ways to mitigate its effects.
Through group interaction the participants will learn methods for reflecting on their experiences in an intercultural academic setting. We will consider the particular challenges faced by international students. There will be the opportunity to explore specific personal challenges.
Content
- Trainer input through short presentations
- Individual and small group exercises
- Role play
- Group feedback and exchange
Contact
Gender Equality Office
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Links
- https://www.gleichstellung.uni-bonn.de/de/angebote-und-beratung/unterstuetzungsmassnahmen-und-programme/mvl-workshopprogramm-2025/german-academic-culture-introduction-09-2025
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/doctorate-plus/research-all
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/doctorate-plus/research-management-all
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/doctorate-plus/business-organizations-all
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/certificate-doctorate-plus
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/doctorate-plus-1
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/events-and-opportunities/newsletter-bonn-doctoral-bulletin-en