Pädagogische Hochschule Salzburg

International Study Guide

University College of Teacher Education Salzburg
International Study Guide

Impresum:
Medieninhaber und
Herausgeber:
Pädagogische Hochschule
Salzburg, 2009
Redaktion: Gottfied Niedermüller
Layout: Arnold Wallner
Fotos: Herbert Huber
Verlagsort: Salzburg
Gefördert aus Mitteln der
Europäischen Union
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Pädagogische Hochschule
Salzburg
5020 Salzburg
Akademiestrasse 23
Tel.: +43 662 6388
Fax: +43 662 6388 1010
E-Mail: office@phsalzburg.at

Welcome to Paedagogische Hochschule /
the University of Education Salzburg
Education forms the basis of
our shared experience.
Schooling is thus a strong
influence in all our lives and
the professional demands
made on teachers are
growing as a result of the
increased importance of
education in the daily life of
all age groups. Teachers
now have an influence
beyond the confines of the
school room and
Pädagogische Hochschule
Salzburg strives to prepare
its students to take on
such responsibilities. As the role of education in
society changes, so teacher education must also
change to meet new demands. Students at
Pädagogische Hochschule Salzburg now number
nearly seven hundred and there are over one
hundred and twenty faculty members. Teaching
reflects the varied role of education in society and
emphasis is placed on combining theoretical learning
with practical instruction. General teacher education
provides students with a foundation in educational
theory while also allowing them to specialize in
fields varying from the fine arts to language, history
and science.
The University of Education Salzburg cooperates
with other teacher education institutions in Austria
and abroad. The Erasmus agreements facilitate
the free exchange of students and faculty
between institutions and have made it possible
for students to complete part of their training
abroad. Free exchange of ideas and experience is
strongly promoted by our University Charta.
We are glad that you are interested in the University of
Education
Salzburg for your stay abroad. Therefore we would
like to offer you the assistance of our International
Office website.
www.phsalzburg.at
Mag. a Dr. in Elisabeth Seitlinger
Vice Rector for International Affairs
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Welcome to Salzburg

Kontakte
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Pädagogische Hochschule
Salzburg
University of Education Salzburg
A-5020 Salzburg, Akademiestraße 23
Tel.: +43 662 6388-0, Fax: 0043 662 6388
1010
E-Mail: office@phsalzburg.at
Internet: www.phsalzburg.at
Rectorin
Elfriede Windischbauer
Tel.:+043 662 6388-
E-Mail: elfriede.windischbauer@phsalzburg.at
Vice Rector for International
Affairs
Elisabeth Seethaler
Tel.: 0043 662 6388
E-Mail: elisabeth.seethaler@phsalzburg.at
Studies Department
Tel.: +43 662 6388
School Placements
Hans Peter Priller
E-Mail: hans.priller@phsalzburg.at
Deborah Pelzmann
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Contacts

International Office
Mag. Marina Grogger
E-Mail: marina.grogger@phsalzburg.at
Mag. Jacqueline Priour
E-Mail: jacqueline.priour@phsalzburg.at
Mag. Josef Brunnsteiner
E-Mail: josef.brunnsteiner@phsalzburg.at
A European network of contracts with 25
international partner institurtions contributes to the
attractiveness of the University of Education
Salzburg and enables mobility for teachers and
students alike. They are encouraged to take part in
national and international projects, thus becoming
part of a European educational and social expertise.
Our International Office assumes responsibility for
the planning and execution of all exchange
programmes and our International Office staff
provide active support for international students.
Therefore, the International Relations Office is the
first stop for international and Erasmus students. It
is also the contact point for Austrian students who
want to take part in an Erasmus mobility programme
or who are interested in an internship abroad.
At the beginning of each semester, the
International Office organizes a Welcome-Event for
exchange students. In the course of this event the
exchange students not only receive important
information about studying at the University of
Education Salzburg, but also have the possibility to
participate in a guided city walk.
Beyond this, the staff of the International Office
offers interesting excursions during the semester
that provide excellent opportunities to become
better acquainted with Salzburg and the
surrounding area — and to meet other students.
You will find more information about events and
excursions in our International Study Program.
www.phsalzburg.at
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International Office

Austria at a glance
Austria's name, Österreich, derives from an Old German word meaning "eastern territory". After the formation
of the Habsburg empire it began to be an important player in Europe, a status it retained until the
end of the first world war. In 1938 Austria was incorporated into the German Third Reich. It regained its
independence in 1955 and has been neutral ever since.
Location:
Central Europe
Size:
83871 Square kilometres 32,383 square miles
Population:
8,210,281
Density:
253.5 people per square mile
Capital city:
Vienna (population 1,664,146)
Currency:
Euro
Time zone:
Central European time (+1 hour)
International dialling code:
+43
Population mix:
Austrians 91.1%, former Yugoslavs 4% (includes Croatians, Slovenes, Serbs, and Bosniaks), Turks 1.6%,
German 0.9%, unspecified 2.4%
Religious makeup:
Catholic 74%, Protestant 5%, Muslim 4%, atheist approximately 12%
Main language:
German
Adult literacy rate:
99%
English:
English as a foreign language is taught in all Austrian schools
Landscape and climate:
A landlocked country, Austria borders Germany and the Czech Republic to the north, Slovenia and Italy
to the south, Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west and Slovakia and Hungary to the east. Almost half
of the terrain is forest land which dominates the landscape along with the Alps. The Danube is one of the
country‘s most prominent features.
Highest point:
Großglockner 3,798 metres
Main industries:
Agriculture, manufacturing, construction and automotive industry, tourism Unemployment rate: 4.7%
Traditional dish:
Tafelspitz (boiled beef) with horseradish and apple sauce
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Salzburg
“Where Mozart Went to School”
Location
Salzburg is the capital of the Austrian Province of Salzburg.
Its location on the northern edge of the Alps not only gives Salzburg an aesthetic
allure, but also a convenient location in the centre of Europe.
Salzburg is the fourth largest city in Austria (after Vienna, Graz and Linz). The
mountains and the Salzach River leave an indelible mark on the city and help make it
one of the greenest in Europe. The mountains inside the city limits are: Mönchsberg
(with the Fortress Hohensalzburg) on top, Nonnberg and Kapuzinerberg. To the
southwest of the city is the legendary Untersberg (elevation 1,853 m) and to the east
is the Gaisberg (elevation 1,288 m) and the Salzkammergut, a beautiful region made
famous by the Emperor Franz Josef I and Elisabeth of Austria.
Salzburger Schnürlregen –
A Drenching Experience!
The City of Salzburg is located in the foothills of the Alps and is therefore strongly
influenced by the Alpine climate. Winters are usually quite cold and dry, with frequent
snowfall. Summers are hot and friendly, but rain is not uncommon and can last for
several days at a time. As with any trip, bringing an umbrella and rain-jacket is
advisable - just in case you get to know the famous “Salzburger Schnürlregen.”
The phenomenal “Salzburger Schnürlregen,” or “string rain,“ is the result of north
winds and föhn – (chinook) winds. Salzburger Schnürlregen is actually a sudden
downpour which comes out of the blue due to a particular wind pattern. The rain pours
from the sky in slanted lines, is soon over, and finally illuminates this lovely city in
whitewashed, spectacular sunlight. This weather pattern has been illustrated not only
in countless books, poems, films and operas, but has earned local, as well as
international notoriety.
During the winter, temperatures may fall as low as -25°C on the clearest of nights and
the first snowfall can be expected as early as October. The average temperature in
January is -1.9°C. During the warmest months – July to September – the temperature
can easily reach 30 – 35°C
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The Romans Founded JUVAVUM
The first actual city (the result of merging several small Celtic
communities) was founded by the Romans in 15 BC.
A short time later, in 41 A.D, Salzburg, then known as the
JUVAVIA colony, became a municipal city.
After the Roman Empire fell, Juvavum was abandoned and fell into
decay. It wasn’t until Bishop Rupert, appointed for missionary
purposes in the region, received the ruins as a gift from the Duke
of Bavaria in 699 that the city began to recover. He chose the
monastery of St. Peter as the base for his missionary projects,
and thanks to the generous donations made by the Bavarian
dukes, the city became one of the richest in Franconia.
Saint Rupert, as he became known, was and still is the patron
saint of Salzburg. Next, in 739, Salzburg was raised to a bisho
place, and in 798, to an archdiocesis. The first documented
evidence of the city now known as “Salzburg” can be found in the
8th century. Possibly the oldest city in Austria, the name
“Salzburg” literally means “Salt Castle,” and the city acquired its
name from the barges that carried salt along the Salzach River.
Centuries later, during the 17th and 18th centuries, Archbishops
Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau, Markus Sittikus and Paris Lodron used
the wealth accrued by the salt trade to transform Salzburg from a
medieval city into one of the world’s most beautiful baroque cities,
the “Rome of the North.” Archbishop Paris Lodron, the founder of
the University, through his policy of neutrality preserved the city
from the disorders of the Thirty Years’ War.
It was not until 1816 that Salzburg came under the sovereignty of
Austria. Today approximately 150,000 inhabitants live in the
City of Salzburg.
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Salzburg
Famous People of Salzburg
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is not the only famous Salzburger. Salzburg
was home to many notable and important personalities. A few of the
more recognizable are Christian Doppler, namesake of the “Doppler Effect,”
who was also born in Salzburg and was a highly acclaimed mathematician
and physicist; Herbert von Karajan, one of the most eminent
music conductors of the 20th century, not only was born in Salzburg,
but also ran the Salzburg Festival for many years; both the expressionist,
lyricist and poet Georg Trakl and Joseph Mohr, the writer of the lyrics
of the most loved Christmas Carol “Silent Night, Holy Night,” were born
and lived in Salzburg. Lastly, let us not forget the legendary Paracelsus
– a travelling doctor, scientist and lay preacher who settled in Salzburg
toward the end of his life and ultimately died here. Salzburg’s most famous
son, however, is Johannes Chrysostomus Wolfgangus Theophilus
Mozart. He was born on 27 January, 1756 (died in 1791) to Vice Chapel
Master Leopold Mozart in Getreidegasse 9, and ended up becoming
one of the most important and famous composers of the Viennese Classical
period with symphonies, operas and chamber music that is now
known all over the world. Visitors to Salzburg encounter Mozart just
about everywhere they go, be it at his birth house or former home, the
Mozartplatz or in cafés.
Salzburg specialities
The original Salzburg Mozartkugel was created in Salzburg in 1890 by
confectioner Paul Fürst as the “MozartBonBon” and won the gold medal
in 1905 at the Paris Exhibition. The “original” candies are still hand-made
according to the original recipes. They are sold only in Salzburg in one of
the four“Fürst” pastry shops. The original Mozartkugel is individually packaged
in blue and silver foil paper. Fürst does not have a copyright for
their Mozartkugel, which has resulted in industrially manufactured confectionery
products of other companies. Besides the tempting sweets
of confectioners, one must try Salzburger Nockerln and Kasnockn, both
favourites of typical Salzburg cuisine. While the Salzburger Nockerln
is served as a dessert, the Kasnockn, made of gnocchi and cheese, is a
hearty main dish. In between meal times, students often like a Bosna
(Salzburg version of the Hot Dog). Of course, don’t forget the Apfel- or
Topfenstrudel and there is always Topfennockerln and …, and…
City of World Heritage and Music Festivals
“Everything here breathes the spirit of pleasure and
earthly delights. People wine and dine, dance, make
music, love and play with a passion. I have yet to see
a city where one can enjoy so much sensual pleasure
with so little money,” wrote K. Riesbeck in 1783 about
Salzburg in his “Letters of a Travelling Frenchman.”
Not a great deal has changed in the more than 200
years since. Salzburg is rich with cultural pleasures in
summer and in winter it is laden with traditions that
warm the soul and tantalize the senses. Each shop in
the Old City, be it a coffeehouse, an old-fashioned tavern,
or a contemporary gallery, enchants visitors and
locals alike with its unique offerings. Salzburg also offers
a fascinating and charming ambience, ready and
interesting to everyone willing to come and enjoy.
For more information, visit: www.salzburg.info
or any Tourist Information Office.
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Preparing Your StayChecklist
before Departure:
Bring a valid passport and/or personal identification
Have your document of acceptance from the University of Education Salzburg / International
Office with you (an agreement between us and your home institution)
Education Salzburg / International Office with you (an agreement between us and your home
institution)
European Health Insurance Card
Bring proper clothing – come prepared and keep in mind the season of your stay
Advise the University in writing (e-mail) as to when you will be
arriving. You will then be assisted by the International Office staff.
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Flying into Salzburg
Salzburg’s international airport W.A. Mozart Airport receives many international non-stop flights each day,
as well as national flights from Vienna, Linz and Graz. The airport is approximately four kilometres west of
the city centre and is reachable with Bus Line Nr. 2, which operates during the day every 10 minutes and
every 20 minutes in the evenings. The bus travels from the airport to the train station, with a travel time
of approximately 20 minutes. An adult ticket for the bus journey costs € 2,00 and can be purchased from
machines or directly from the bus driver (extra charge). t is also possible to take a taxi.
www.salzburg-airport.com/
When a direct flight to Salzburg is not possible, most people fly into either Vienna or Munich, Germany,
and then continue on to Salzburg via the Österreichischen Bundesbahn (ÖBB = Austrian Railway Company)
or with the Deutschen Bahn (DB = German Railway Company).
From the Vienna-Airport, there are many opportunities for transportation to the Central Railway Station,
Wien-Westbahnhof. The Vienna AirportLines (Nr. 1187) travels for example from the airport to the train
station every thirty minutes. The trip takes around 35 minutes and costs € 6,00. From Wien-Westbahnhof
trains depart for Salzburg every hour from 5:00 a.m. until midnight. The journey takes from 2 to 3 1/2
hours and costs approximately € 45,00 one way, 2nd class.
www.viennaairport.com/
In Munich, the central railway station (“Hauptbahnhof”) can be reached from the airport via the S-Bahn
lines S1 and S8. S-Bahn tickets cost € 9,00 each way. Connections to Salzburg are also possible at Munich’s
train station “Ostbahnhof.” Trains depart from Munich to Salzburg approximately every hour and tickets
cost
€ 25,50 (with regional trains), € 20,00 (with the Bayern Ticket Single, incl. S-Bahn, with time restrictions), or
€ 29,00 (with slightly faster trains).
The most convenient way to get from the airport Vienna or Munich to Salzburg is with the pick up service
of “Salzburger Mietwagen und Reise-Service GmbH“. This service will transfer you from the airport to the
address of your choice in Salzburg. This service costs from Vienna € 78,00 and from Munich € 49,00 one
way and needs to be booked three working days in advance:
www.munich-airport.de/
www.mietwagenservice.at
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Travel Information

to Salzburg
Because of its location, Salzburg is very easy to reach by train.
The Salzburg Central Train Station (“Hauptbahnhof”) is close
to the city centre. Many local and regional buses stop at the
plaza in front of the station for passenger pick-up and drop-off
(5:00 a.m. to 11.30 p.m.).
www.oebb.at/
By Car
The Austrian motorways, so-called “Autobahnen“ provide the
best access to Salzburg by car. The Westautobahn A 1 from
Vienna via Linz provides access from the East. The A 8 (Munich,
Germany / Innsbruck, Austria) provides access from the
West and the A 10 Villach/Graz comes from the South (Italy
and Slovenia).
Public Transportation
Salzburg’s public
transport system is
very well-developed.
All of the city’s major
areas are accessible
by one of the
environmentally
friendly city buses.
Bus stops are clearly
indicated by signs.
Single tickets have to
be validated at the
validating machine
on the bus before
each trip. Weely- and
monthly tickets need
to be validated only
once. You can reach our campus by bus (bus – trolleybus) Nr 3, 5
and 8 heading southbound. Our bus stop is called “Akademiestraße”
(3, 8) or “Erzabt-Klotz-Strasse” (5).
The Salzburg Public Transportation Service Center is located in
the basement of the Central Station, Salzburger Lokalbahnhof,
Südtiroler Platz It is there that you can get tickets, information
and info materials.
Their office hours are Mon – Fri 6.00-18.45, Sat 7.30-14.45
www.stadtbus.at/
Taxis in Salzburg:
Funktaxi 8111, Taxi 2220
Travel InformationBy Train
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Important Information
for Your Stay in Salzburg
Health System and Insurance
In order to be eligible for free health care, you will need the European
Health Insurance Card (e-Card). A visit to the doctor here on campus,
Dr. Helmut Lang, is also free of charge. It is also possible to purchase
supplemental insurance through the Salzburger Gebietskrankenkasse.
A tick vaccination is highly recommended.
www.sgkk.at/
Hospitals
Landeskrankenanstalten Salzburg St. Johannsspital
www.salk.at Tel. 0662 44820
Krankenhaus der Barmherzigen Brüder,
www.barmherzige-brueder.at Tel. 0662 80880
Unfallkrankenhaus
www.auva.at Tel. 0662 65800
Visas and Residence Permits
No visa is required for students from other EU countries. Students from non-EU countries may have to apply
for and receive a validated visa and residence permit from the Austrian diplomatic representatives in their
home countries.
For your stay in Austria, it is necessary to arrive with a valid passport / identity card.
Accommodation and Living Expenses
Your accommodation expenses will cost you roughly around 300 to 400 Euro a month. Your living expenses
will roughly come to 250 Euro a month. These prices are for simple accomodations usually consisting of a
private room and light housekeeping. Our International Office Staff will help you with your search for
accommodation.
You may also wish to contact: housing-salzburg@oead.at
If you are looking for a short-notice, simple and cheap accommodation, please contact the Jugendgästehaus
Salzburg;
Josef-Preis-Allee 18, Tel. 0662 / 84 26 70
Fax 0662 / 84 11 01
salzburg@ifgh.
Post Office and Telephone
The post offices are usually opene Mon - Fri from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and then from 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
They are closed on Saturday and Sunday. The mailboxes are yellow and can be found on most streets.
Emergency Numbers:
Euro emergency number 112
Fire Department: 122
Police Department: 133
Ambulance: 144
Banks
The opening hours vary from bank
to bank, but in general they are open
Mon - Fri from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and
then from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. They are closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Tourist Information
Salzburg Tourism,
Mozartplatz 5,
5020 Salzburg
www.salzburg.info/
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Important Information
University of Education Salzburg
The academic year consists of 2 terms / semesters
The winter semester begins on October 1st and ends in the middle of February.
The summer semester begins the last week in February and ends on June 30th.
Days off:
Winter Holiday Break: December 23 - January 7
Semester Break: February 8-12
Easter Holiday Break: begins 1 week before Easter Sunday and ends on the Tuesday after Easter
Monday
Whitsun/Pentecost: Saturday - Tuesday
Summer Break: July 1st - September 30th
State Holidays:
Austrian National Holiday: October 26
All Saints and All Souls Day: November 1 & 2
Immaculate Conception: December 8
Labour Day: May 1
Ascension Day:Thursday before Whitsun/Pentecost
Corpus Christi: 2nd Thursday after Whitsun/Pentecost
The University of Education Salzburg offers the
following teacher education programmes:
The University of Education Salzburg (PH Salzburg) offers a wide variety of study programmes in the
field of teacher education, continuing education and further education for all types of schools. (www.
phsalzburg.at)
Primary Education
Closely practice related course with hands-on primary classroom experience, subject matter methodology,
humanities, science education and the social sciences. 6 semesters and Bachelor degree
Special Needs Education
Closly practice related course with hands-on special needs classroom experience. 6 semesters and
Bachelor degree
Lower level Secondary Education
Closely practice related course with hands-on secondary classroom experience, 2 subjects, humanities,
methodology. 6 semesters and Bachelor degree
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International Studiesat the
University of Education Salzburg in English
In addition to the teacher education study programs every term we offer a free of charge International Studies
Programme In English for incoming Erasmus students as well as Austrian students. There are 6 courses
resulting in 20 EC.
Target Group:
• International Student Teachers at Partner Colleges and Universities whose command of German is limited
• Outgoing Students
• Students Wishing to Experience International Communication and Cultural Diversity
Course 1: Cultural and Social Field Activities – Visits and Discoveries (4 EC)
• History and Museums
• Music and Concerts
• Sport Events and Activities
• Salzburger Land and Regional Landmarks
• Traditions and Folklore
Course 2: Educating for Europe - International and European Perspectives of Teacher
Education (3 EC)
• Chances and Challenges
• Teaching across Cultures and Values
• Societies in Close-Up
Course 3: Austria - Heart of Europe! ? Mozart Chocolates, White Horses, and Skiing!
What else is there to Austria? (3 EC)
Learning about Austrian
• People
• Values
• Economy
• Societies
• Cultures
• Arts
• Traditions
• …
Course 4: German as a Foreign Language. Beginners’ and Intermediate Levels (4 EC)
3 Weeks of Intensive German Survival Practice
Course 5: School Placements for Student Teachers. Putting Teaching into Practice
(3 EC)
Teaching English as a Foreign Language in
• Primary School Classrooms
• Secondary School Classrooms
• Special Needs Classroom
Course 6: International Project Management (3 EC)
Implementing school projects by Open Learning Methods and project management.
• Theory of Project Management
• Teambuilding
• Classroom management and learning environment for projects.
• Controlling and Evaluation
• Presentation
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Organisation:
The programme is offered in the winter and summer semesters of each academic year. Students can earn
credits according to their own choice and workload
Teaching Methods:
Teaching is conducted in various forms such as lectures, seminars, group work, field work and independent
study. Group work is common as well as the writing of essays, keeping portfolios, etc.
Attendance is expected and at most seminars attendance is mandatory. Both the student’s active participation
in discussions and papers presented often make up a part of the credits awarded for the course.
Examination:
Examinations can be in written form towards the end of each course. The examination can also be oral in a
small group, or in the form of presentation of a paper/ essay/memorandum/portfolio. Students who do not
pass the examination are given an opportunity to retake the exam at a later date.
For further information do not hesitate to contact the International Office staff.
www.phsalzburg.at/international
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University of Education Salzburg
Plan of Buildings see www.phsalzburg.at/kontakt/lageplan/index.html
Library and Media Centres
70 000 books and more …. The main function of the library is the provision
of information, literature and audio-visual material for students and teachers
who need more detailed data in various fields of pedagogy, primary, secondary
and special needs education, for research related academic work
projects.
Browsing for and borrowing books can be done online (PH Card, OPAC), but
our library staff are also available to assist you in your search.
Building B (behind the canteen.)
Hours: Mon - Thur 07:30 - 17:00 Fri 07:30 - 13:00 .
+43(0)662-6388-1016
bibliothek@phsalzburg.at
Canteen
You can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals in the canteen in Building A, on
the ist floor.
Hours: Mon - Thur 07:30 - 17:00 Fri 07:30 - 13:00 .
Student Union
Every year the students elect their representatives, the Studierendenvertretung
(Student Union).
The Austrian Student Union (Österreichische Hochschülerschaft ,
www.oeh-salzburg.at) is the student organization in Salzburg that offers
assistance to students attending the universities of Salzburg. They assist students
with employment, accommodation and selection of courses.
Building C, Room 109.
http://www.phsalzburg.at/organisation/studentenvertretung/index.html
Tel.: 0043 662 6388 1057
Computer Labs
You find freely accessible internet connected computers in Building B
(2nd floor)
Hours: Mon - Thur 07:30 - 17:00 Fri 07:30 - 13:00 .
PH Salzburg Card
Upon successful registration, students get their “PH Salzburg Card.” (Building
A, room 104 ) This is the official student identification (I.D.) card.
The Card is equipped with a micro-chip that allows students to load money
onto the card, f.e. to use fotocopying machines. (“ServicePoint Terminal” Building
A, 1st floor) It is NOT necessary to bring a foto when obtaining your PH
Salzburg Card because these fotos will be taken on site (free of charge).
Key Features of the PH Salzburg Card:
• Internal Identification Document (Student’s I.D.):
• Internal Identification for the Library
• Printing and photocopy services on the PH Salzburg campus
• External Identification: Student discounts (e.g., admission
to events, museums, lectures, clubs, etc.)
Student Facilitiesat the
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