106年學海飛颺計畫-德國研習-經管系 鄭同學

活動名稱：106年學海飛揚計畫-德國研修

國外實習國家/學校：德國/馬德堡大學

Who am I?

I’m Chieh-Yu. My major is business management. I always have a dream that I want to go abroad and study. When I was 20 I thought that I couldn’t fulfil the dream but international affairs gave me the chance to go abroad.

Am I good at English or German?

I have to say that my English is just okay. As most of people, I don’t speak English in Taiwan. More precisely, I wouldn’t have any opportunity to speak English if I

don’t pursue for it. I usually be a volunteer in international affairs. When some foreign students come to exchange or do internship you will have plenty of chance can interact with them.

To be honestly, I didn't have any clue about German before I came to Germany. When I arrived in Germany, the university offered intensive German classes. I only have one thought that German is hard to pronounce and the grammar part is complicated. I still think about that now but I wouldn’t hate it. When you have stayed in Germany for one year, German is like a part of you body. I will recommend people to exchange to Germany even if they don’t understand German.

Why I chose Germany?

There were several universities we can choose to exchange but I chose Germany. The reason is I wanted to go to somewhere in western country. Normally, people would like to go to Canada or America but the tuition is so expensive than I could afford. Besides, Germany is at a good location. It makes me can go to other country easily. That’s why I chose Germany.

 What did I do in Germany?

I had German classes, English classes, and my major classes. It is important to arrange your time in Germany. You have plenty of time but you are always busy. You have to go to classes, cook your meal, buy groceries, meet your friends, study, travel, and so on. The first of rule of Germany, always remember to make a reservation or an appointment. Because if you don’t plan your even, you will need to pay more to do anything. Usually the ticket price is double or triple if you don’t book your ticket earlier.

In Germany everyone knows how to cook. They usually have a full function kitchen. It is cheaper when you have food at home. Besides everything is close on Sunday. I spent a lot of time at cooking. I like to cook. It is the best way to make friends. I invited people to have dinner with me. In that way I don’t need to worry if I cook too much and I can always meet them.

What have I learned in Germany?

Ÿ Independent

Ÿ Plan your travel

Ÿ The ability to handle things

Ÿ Be patient

Ÿ Make friends

Ÿ Stand out for yourself