In this unit, you will learn in introductory theory courses exactly what civic engagement is and what role it plays in addressing the specific challenges of our time, and in service-learning courses, how you can apply your knowledge and skills to work towards solving a real-world social challenge.
In the introductory theory courses, we will explore questions such as:
How is civic engagement developing in Germany or even in other countries? What role does civic engagement play in addressing real social problems? What fields of activity are there and how does the work of non-governmental organizations, non-profit organizations, and each engaged individual take shape there?
In our service-learning courses, you combine academic study with civic engagement. Here, students, lecturers and non-profit organisations – ranging from local to international NGOs or NPOs – work together to find solutions to real-world social challenges.
As part of the Transdisciplinary Course Program, we offer courses each semester that you can take and have credited as Unit 1. You can find an overview in the 'Certificate Guide' ('Orientierungshilfe') at the end of the TCP course catalog.
If, during your time abroad or at the University of Tübingen, you have successfully completed another relevant course that addresses the same issues or is comparable to service-learning courses: Please send your certificate or Transcript of Records (ToR), together with the module or course description, to the certificate coordinator.
