HKS University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Ottersberg

HKS – University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Ottersberg is a private university, founded in 1967, located in Ottersberg, Germany. It offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in the fields of art, design, social work, and therapy.

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About University

1. 1. Academic programs: HKS offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in the following fields:
      • • Art
        • Design
        • Social Work
        • Therapy
   2. Languages: Classes at HKS are taught in English and German.
   3. International students: HKS is home to a diverse student body with students from over 40 countries.
   4. Location: HKS is located in Ottersberg, a small town in the Lower Saxony region of Germany.
   5. Accreditation: HKS is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

Overall Ranking

• 1. Webometrics Ranking: 4,886th in the world, 378th in Germany
  2. Web ranking metrics:
     • Presence: 4,918th
     • Impact: 3,902nd
     • Openness: 5,282nd
     • Excellence: 4,658th

Courses Offered in HKS University of Applied Sciences and Arts

1. 1. Art and Design:
      • Communication Design
      • Fine Arts
      • Fashion Design
      • Interior Design
      • Product Design
   2. Social Sciences:
      • Cultural Studies
      • European Studies
      • Gender Studies
      • International Relations
      • Media Studies
   3. Humanities:
      • German Literature
      • History
      • Philosophy
      • Religious Studies
      • Sociology
   4. Business:
      • Business Administration
      • Entrepreneurship
      • International Business
      • Marketing
      • Tourism Management

Scholarship and Financial Aid

No information about this is given on University’s portal. In case of any update, data will be updated here as well.

Internships near HKS University of Applied Sciences and Arts

• • Work opportunities: Students on a visa can work up to 120 days annually and, after graduation, get an 18-month permit for job hunting.
  • Post-study residency permit: After graduation, students are eligible for an 18-month permit to seek employment. Additionally, the HKS Career Center offers a variety of services to help students find internships and jobs.
  • HKS Career Center: The HKS Career Center offers a variety of services to help students find internships and jobs.
  • Internship fairs: HKS hosts internship fairs for students to meet employers and explore opportunities.

Jobs Near University

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Housing and Accommodation

• • Student housing: HKS offers a limited number of student apartments on campus. These apartments are fully furnished and equipped, and rent ranges from €400 to €600 per month.
  • Private apartments: There are also several private apartments available for rent near HKS. Prices for private apartments vary depending on the size and location but typically start at around €600 per month.
  • Shared housing: There are also several shared apartments available for rent near HKS. Shared apartments are a great way to save money, and typically rent for around €350 per month per person.

Cost of Living

• • Tuition: Tuition fees for undergraduate programs at HKS are €7,500 per year. Tuition fees for postgraduate programs are €10,000 per year.
  • Accommodation: Accommodation costs vary depending on the type of housing chosen. However, students can expect to pay an average of €400 per month for student housing or €600 per month for private housing.
  • Administrative fees: Administrative fees, such as application fees and student union fees, typically cost €500 per year.
  • Health insurance: International students are required to have health insurance. Health insurance costs vary depending on the coverage chosen. However, students can expect to pay an average of €100 per month for health insurance.

Requirements for language proficiency

• • IELTS: Applicants must achieve a minimum overall band score of 6.5 in the IELTS exam.
  • TOEFL iBT: Applicants must achieve a minimum overall score of 90 in the TOEFL iBT exam.
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE): Applicants must achieve a minimum overall score of 65 in the PTE exam.
  • Cambridge English Language Assessment (CELA): Applicants must achieve a minimum overall grade of B2 in the CELA exam.

Places to visit near

• • Bremervörde: Located 20 km from Ottersberg, this town boasts historical sites like St. Johannis Church and Bremervörde Castle.
  • Celle: This city is located about 40 kilometres from Ottersberg. It is home to several Baroque and Rococo buildings, including the Celle Castle and the Gardens of the Princes.
  • Lüneburg Heath: This nature park is located about 50 kilometres from Ottersberg. It is home to a variety of hiking trails, lakes, and forests, where you can enjoy the stunning scenery of the heath.
  • Uelzen: This town is located about 60 kilometres from Ottersberg. It is home to several museums, such as the Museum of the Industrial Revolution and the Museum of the Lüneburg Heath.