Contents of the subject

The module is intended to thematise the voluntary internal university and/or civil society commitment of the participating students, contextualise it in terms of content and provide an opportunity for their own and/or joint (peer) reflection on their voluntary commitment. The aim of the module is for students to learn to classify and reflect on their engagement. The module is a necessary step towards obtaining the sustainability certificate and is intended to function both as a companion to the engagement and as a retrospective reflection. The module can also be completed independently of the Sustainability Certificate. The first block of the course takes place at the beginning of the semester and establishes the joint kick-off. The students are encouraged to report on their own commitment and to make an initial classification of it: How is my commitment located? What motivates me and what do I want to achieve through my voluntary work (in the future)? How can I raise awareness and motivate other students and/or the civil society community through my volunteering? Students are also invited to give each other initial feedback and discuss questions such as: How do volunteering and everyday study life go together? In the second block of the course towards the end of the semester, the main focus is on recognising and classifying one's own progress: How have I developed over the past six months? What have I been able to achieve? But also: What do I want to continue working on? What changes do I need to make in order to continue my commitment, e.g. beyond my studies? Both block events are moderated by the lecturer and, if necessary, enriched with materials such as short texts, video or audio contributions on the topic.

The nature of the examination / requirements for the award of credit points

1 CPs is awarded for participation and the presentation of one's own engagement in both blocks. Those who also write an essay or blog post series on the topic of "engagement" at the end of the semester and successfully pass it will receive a total of 2 CPs.

Additional information

The course is offered in English in the winter semester and in German in the summer semester. Ideally, the course size is 12 to 16 participants.

Info Sustainability Certificate: If you want to complete the Sustainability Certificate, the voluntary commitment must be completed during the course of study, cover at least the period of one semester (6 months) and at least the scope 50 hours (2 CPs = 50 real hours á 60 minutes).