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Assignment - I - STUDY - ABROAD - OPPORTUNITIES Housna Mounib
Assignment - I - STUDY - ABROAD - OPPORTUNITIES Housna Mounib
Assignment - I - STUDY - ABROAD - OPPORTUNITIES Housna Mounib
Spring 2023
Due date: March 19th, 2023
This assignment will give you a chance to discover the different exchange/study abroad
programs that AUI offers through the Office of International Programs. AUI has numerous
partners on the five continents where you can spend a semester or more enriching your cultural
experience while fulfilling your graduation requirements for AUI. To discover these different
opportunities, you should:
2. Browse the list of partner institutions and pre-approved courses that many
students have chosen for their study abroad experience (Included in the
assignment package).
After you’ve browsed the documents above, you will need to answer 4 questions. Your answers
MUST BE COMPUTER-TYPED, and THIS DOCUMENT should be SUBMITTED IN SOFT
FORMAT (PDF) on Canvas.
The deadline to submit the assignment on Canvas is March 19th, 2023, at 11:55 PM.
Assignments submitted by email will not be accepted. Also, note that 10% per day of the
assignment grade will be deducted for late submissions (for a window of 3 days maximum).
N.B. You are expected to do your own work; yet, please keep in mind that all student
submissions are checked for plagiarism via Turnitin.
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First-Year Experience Seminar II – FYE 1102
Spring 2023
Due date: March 19th, 2023
Good luck!
FYE Team
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First-Year Experience Seminar II – FYE 1102
Spring 2023
Due date: March 19th, 2023
2. Justify why and how you made your selection in terms of locations,
courses, programs offered, cultural experience, etc.
30 pt
s
Opportunity 1: The Technical University of Munich (TUM) offers an exceptional academic experience
for exchange students, for computer science majors and business minors, providing access to high-quality
academic programs in both fields. Munich, a cosmopolitan city in the center of Europe, offers
international students a distinctive cultural and social experience because of its history and culture. TUM
offers a wide range of courses in engineering, computer science, and business, as well as numerous
opportunities for a supportive academic community and state-of-the-art facilities, TUM is an ideal
destination for students seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in a dynamic and multicultural
environment.
Opportunity 2: The University of Washington (Seattle) offers an outstanding academic experience for
exchange students, with a wide range of courses across many disciplines, including computer science,
engineering, and business. Seattle is a vibrant and diverse city with a thriving tech industry, providing a
wealth of opportunities for internships, research, and networking. The University of Washington is also
known for its strong research programs, including in areas like machine learning, computer vision, and
robotics. As an exchange student, I'll have access to cutting-edge research facilities, world-class faculty,
and a dynamic and supportive community of students and scholars from around the world.
Opportunity 3: Baylor University offers a compelling exchange program for computer science majors
and business minors, providing access to high-quality academic programs in both fields. With a strong
emphasis on teaching and research excellence, Baylor's computer science program offers cutting-edge
coursework in areas such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and software engineering.
Additionally, its business minor program provides a solid foundation in key business concepts such as
finance, marketing, and management. As an exchange student, I'll benefit from a supportive community
of faculty and peers, state-of-the-art facilities, and numerous opportunities to gain practical experience
through internships and research projects.
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First-Year Experience Seminar II – FYE 1102
Spring 2023
Due date: March 19th, 2023
3. After indicating your School, Major, and Minor, please list the courses
you would like to take at each institution:
30 pt
s
School: SSE
Major: Computer science
Minor (if applicable): Business administration
Name of the Host Institution Course List AUI Course Equivalent Semeste
Institution r
/ Term
Data Analysis and Visualization Advanced Course
in R
Technical
University of Fundamental of Algorithms and Algorithm Analysis
Munich (TUM) Data Structure
Opportunity 1
(Seattle)
Principle of Finance Principle of Finance
Fall 2025
Baylor
University Computer Architecture Computer Architecture
Fall 2025
Introduction to Algorithms Analysis of Algorithms
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First-Year Experience Seminar II – FYE 1102
Spring 2023
Due date: March 19th, 2023
4. In clear and concise bullet points, list the general goals you want to
achieve from your study abroad. Provide no more than 3-4 per thematic
(e.g., personal growth, academic progress, cultural enlightenment, etc.).
30 pt
s
Personal Growth:
Academic Progress
Gain a deeper understanding of the academic field and its practical applications.
Enhance critical thinking and analytical skills.
Improve mu study habits and time-management skills to achieve academic success.
Strengthen my writing and communication skills to effectively communicate my ideas and
research findings.
Cultural Enlightenment
Other
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First-Year Experience Seminar II – FYE 1102
Spring 2023
Due date: March 19th, 2023