Centre of Fundamental Studies
Welcome to the Centre of Fundamental Studies (German acronym "GLZ")! Since 2022, we have been the central teaching institution at the university, offering support for students in the following departments: STEM (Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry), the Language Centre and PACKS (Professional and Academic Communications & Key Skills).
As a team, we teach a wide range of courses that are integrated into the faculties of the university. This includes modules integrated into degree programs, cross-curricular bridge and advanced courses, and elective modules for the development and consolidation of key skills in STEM, foreign languages and key academic competences.
We aim to provide all students at the University of Applied Sciences Erfurt with the best possible support in their studies. We look forward to guiding you throughout your education and early career!
Opening Hours
Mon: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Tue & Thu: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 3 p.m.
Cross-disciplinary courses
The following courses offered by the Centre of Fundamental Studies are open to all students at Fachhochschule Erfurt. They are offered as elective modules and certificate courses and students can earn up to 6 ECTS credits as cross-disciplinary skills .
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- German as a foreign language
- English
- French
- Russian
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Italian
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- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- English
- German
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- Advanced academic writing in German
- Thesis workshop
- Academic writing in English
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- Communication skills
- Intercultural competence
- Job application training
- "Career Express" - skills for business
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- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemchanger
Program-specific courses
The following modules are standard components of specific degree programs. They are carefully coordinated with the respective program director and module supervisors within the department concerned. The Centre of Fundamental Studies provides the teaching expertise and resources for these modules on behalf of the respective faculty.
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Bachelor's in Management and Leadership in Early Childhood Education
- Introduction to Academic Work
- Thesis Workshop
Master's in International Social Work
- English for International Social Work I
- English for International Social Work II
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Bachelor's in Urban and Spatial Planning
- Communication in Planning - Moderation
- Communication in Planning - Process Management
- Research Methods
- English I
- English II
- English for Planners
Master's in Urban and Spatial Planning
- Communication in Planning - Communication Processes
Master's in Architecture
- Presentation and Writing Skills
- Academic Work
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Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (regular and cooperative degrees)
- Presentation Skills and Academic Work
- Chemistry - Lecture
- Mathematics I
- Mathematics II
- Advanced Mathematics I
- Advanced Mathematics II
- English for Civil Engineers
- Advanced English for Civil Engineers
- Soft Skills I - Communication
- Soft Skills II - Conflict Management and Negotiations
- Soft Skills III - Presentations and Presentation Skills
Master's in Civil Engineering
- Mathematics for Structural Engineering (Master's in Structural Engineering)
- Communication Skills (Master's in Structural Engineering, Master's in Civil Engineering, Management and Urban Infrastructure)
Master's in Sustainable Engeneering of Infrastructure
- Communcation Skills
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Bachelor's in Building Services Engineering / Sustainable Building and Energy Systems
- Academic Work
- Academic Work
- Chemistry
- Mathematics 1
- Mathematics 2
- Physics 1
- Physics 2
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Foreign Languages I
- Foreign Languages II
Master's in Building Services Engineering / Sustainable Building and Energy Systems
- Heat and Mass Transfer
- Process Optimization and Computer Algebra Systems
- Foreign Languages I
- Foreign Languages II
Bachelor's in Applied Computer Science
- Mathematics I
- Mathematics II
- English
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Bachelor's in Forestry and Ecosystems Management
- Key Competences
- Organization and Planning
- English for Forestry
Master's in Management of Forestry Businesses
- Communications in the Management of Forestry Businesses
- Principles and Methods of Academic Research
- Consulting Methodology
Bachelor's in Horticultural Plant Production
- Communication
- Chemistry - Lab Practicals
- Foundations of Chemistry
- Agricultural Chemistry
- Plant Nutrition - Lab Practicals
Bachelor's & Master's in Landscape Architecture
- Sports Facility Construction and Testing Procedures – Lab Practicals
- Landscape Planning - Lab Project
- Sustainable Land Use and Conservation of the Abiotic Environment – Lab Practicals
Master's in Renewable Energy Management
- Consulting Methodology
- Key Competences and Communication
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Bachelor's in Railway Engineering (regular and cooperative degrees)
- Chemistry - Lecture
- Mathematics
- Mathematics 1
- Mathematics 2
- Dynamics
- Business English
- Technical English
Bachelor 's in Sustainable Mobility and Logistics
- Academic Work
- Chemistry - Lecture
- Mathematics
- Dynamics
- Business English
- Technical English
Master's in Traffic, Transport and Logistics
- Communication and Presentation Skills
Bachelor's in Business Administration
- Occupational Skills
- Business English Lower Intermediate I
- Business English Upper Intermediate I
- Business English Advanced I
- Business English Lower Intermediate II
- Business English Upper Intermediate II
- Business English Advanced II
- Business English Lower Intermediate III
- Business English Upper Intermediate III
- Business English Advanced III
Master's in Business Management
- Conflict Management
- Communication & Argumentation
