Studying in Germany has always been criticized for "difficult to graduate", so today let's take a look at what kind of abilities you need to graduate successfully in Germany?
February** Dynamic Incentive Program1. The ability to learn consciouslyStudying abroad in any country requires self-awareness, and some people feel free from the discipline and shackles of their parents after arriving in Germany, indulging in a free living environment, and unable to concentrate on studying.
In fact, compared with the United Kingdom and the United States, the overall atmosphere in Germany is still more serious, and it is not too much to describe Germany as "good mountains, good waters, good boring", German students do not have too many entertainment activities, and it is indeed suitable for people who concentrate on scientific research. Therefore, it is recommended that you develop strong planning skills as soon as possible to arrange your study and life.
2. Pre-class preview, after-class review and self-study ability
It's the norm in Germany to only understand 70%-80% of the content, and it's impossible to graduate just by taking that time.
When you study for a master's degree in Germany, many of the course content is relatively theoretical and abstract, coupled with the professor's various accents, as well as the German vocabulary and professional terms that you have never been exposed to before, if you do not prepare for the class or do not have a certain understanding of today's content in advance, it is likely that the lecture will be like listening to a book from heaven.
If you want to maximize the reception, understanding, and digestion of knowledge in class, pre-class preview + after-class review and strong self-learning ability are essential.
3. Self-care ability
As mentioned above, every student who goes to study in Germany needs strong planning skills to organize their study and life. German customs, food culture and China are very different, and the convenience of life is much worse than in China. There are no takeouts that can be delivered in 30 minutes, and there are almost no couriers that arrive the next day.
If you are new to Germany, if you are not able to take care of yourself, I am afraid that you will need to emo for a while. It is recommended that you learn more about the life and culture of Germany before going abroad, lower your expectations, and be mentally prepared to adapt to the new living environment faster.
4. Language ability
It is really, really important to study German in Germany, and a good command of German is essential for your life, study and even your future employment. It is recommended that you learn German as early as you can, and try to get rid of the language in your country as much as possible.
After coming to Germany, listen more and talk more, don't be afraid of losing face, don't be afraid of saying mistakes, insist on listening to German radio or watching German programs every day, let yourself be "immersed" in a pure German environment, it will not take much time for you to find that you have overcome the language barrier, you can communicate with the people around you more easily.
5. Ability to gather information
Every day in Germany, we receive a lot of information, such as strike information, extreme weather warning information, shopping discount information, exam information, course registration information, study information, job search information, etc.
Most international students and local German students are very friendly and willing to help you in times of difficulty, but there is no obligation to share the information they have with you in real time. If you just passively wait for others to tell you, you will make a mess of your life, and you will miss out on many opportunities that should be yours.
6. Social skills
Many people say that Germany is a "paradise for people who are i", and the thrill of not being disturbed is simply so refreshing. However, it is very helpful to communicate with German classmates to improve their skills.
There is a big difference between the Chinese and German education methods, and following the Germans to do pre-class preparation, after-class exercises, review with them before exams, and complete group assignments or project projects together will not only make it easier for you to pass the exam, improve your German by leaps and bounds, but also exercise your German thinking skills.
In short, self-consciousness and self-discipline are essential qualities for studying in Germany, and of course learning German is the foundation. When you first arrive in a foreign country, you will inevitably be accompanied by loneliness, integrate into it, accept different cultures, and the road to studying abroad will become smoother.