Ahlan wa Sahlan - Welcome to Jordan!
Jordan is a small and young country in the heart of the Middle East with a rich culture and history. The capital Amman with around 4 million citizens is very modern, but also traditional with a lot of restaurants, pubs, clubs, coffee shops, sports possibilities, and other activities. Jordan has a lot to offer: There is Petra, a historic UNESCO world culture heritage, as well as the Dead Sea, which is the lowest point on earth, or Wadi Rum with its red desert. Due to that, the culture, which is influenced by religion, can be seen and experienced at almost every corner in Jordan. The variety of food as well as the Jordanian hospitality are one of a kind.
Here are 10 reasons why you should come to GJU for one semester!
1. Learn Arabic!
GJU offers Arabic courses to Incoming students - with the newly established Arabic Language and Culture Center (ALCC).
2. Study Buddy program
We connect you with a Jordanian GJU student before your arrival to Jordan. They are here to answer any kind of question and support you especially in your first weeks in Jordan.
3.Trips during the semester
The IAD and/or the International Student Club regularly offer Student trips. We try to show you Jordan's beautiful landscape and culture.
4. Campus life
The main Campus in Madaba is a very large Campus with a lot of places to learn and meet. The second smaller Campus is located in Downtown Amman. Our Architecture, Design and Master students study there. The campus is central and close to downtown and the architecture itself is very unique.
5. Events
GJU hosts a lot of events organized by students or staff. For example, we are hosting the international day, the German week, career fair, student club events… The main purpose of the events is it to raise our students’ knowledge about the GJU offers and to mingle with students, staff and companies.
6. Club memberships
Our students offer clubs which can be joined. For our incomings this is a great opportunity to get in touch with Jordanian students and to see how Jordanian students work and organize projects.
7. Modern technology
GJU offers a variety of opportunities in the field of innovation and technology for its students. There are several events and programs that are hosted by GJU. The university also has an innovations space and a lot of cooperations with companies, which could be beneficial for students, especially if they are planning an internship semester in Jordan.
8. Exam system
The exam system at GJU is different to the system in Germany. At GJU you have a first, a midterm or a second and a final exam. During the semester some professors do quizzes. Also attendance and participation is counted in the total mark. It is a lot of engagement during the semester, but beneficial as several tests will determine your total mark.
9. Binational University
The binational nature of GJU is highly unique. Many things are influenced by the cooperation between Germany and Jordan and the students are exciting for their obligatory German Year at the end of their studies. They are eager to meet you and practice their language skills.
10. Course variety for up to 3 semesters
Incoming students can take any courses at GJU from every department, even Master courses can be chosen. Some Master courses/programs are not available, please check with the responsible Exchange Coordinator. Incoming students are allowed to extend their stay to two semesters, either study, - internship, - or even thesis semester.