Information Events of the ISS

This Info2 Workshop event provides students with an overview about the different ways and possibilities of going abroad.  The various programs will be presented and what you need to consider if you intend to study abroad.
 
What will be addressed?
The event is primarily aimed at students who would like to apply for:
∎ Overseas Study Abroad
∎ ERASMUS + including “Restplätze for summer semester 25
∎ Application for the academic year 2025/26 (WS 25/26 and SoSe 26)
∎ Application procedure and general conditions
∎ your questions, of course
 
 
This Workshop is relevant for all students in the KIT Department of Informatics who are pursuing a KIT degree may participate in the program regardless of EU nationality.
 
You can ask questions in english or german.

The “Kick off to the Semester” -International Student Roundtable will address important information for international students who are at the start of their studies in KIT Department of Informatics.  Vital information and tips to navigating your start at KIT will be discussed including:
∎ Organizing your studies effectively and Module selection
∎ CAS, ILIAS and Wiwi-Portal
∎ How to register for Tutorials if you missed the registration period
∎ University resources
∎ Life in Karlsruhe and KIT
∎ German language and cultural adjustment
∎ Learning Agreements (only for Exchange students)
 
There will be several points during the Workshop to ask questions as well as at the end to talk with the peers and ISS Adviser.
 
Exchange students as well as international students starting off their studies at the KIT Department of Informatics should attend this workshop.
 
You can ask questions in english or german.

A member of the "Übungsleiter"-Team for Programming will facilitate the workshop.  Vital information regarding best practices for Programming, where common errors are made and answer student questions will be addressed.
 
At the end of the workshop students will have an opportunity meet with other students who are looking for a study partner/group.  This will be held in the room where the workshop takes place.
 
You can ask questions in english or german.

Redefining Hollywood's Virtual Production with Real-Time Rendering

How can the advancements in real-time rendering technology address the challenges encountered by film directors, cinematographers, virtual art departments, and VFX teams in Hollywood?
 
Dive into this session and discover :
The Chaos Innovation Lab’s exploration of the real-time path-tracing technology's role in revolutionizing in-camera visual effects (ICVFX) for virtual production environments. Chaos's latest breakthroughs in this technology. The technical challenges encountered when creating a solution that not only achieves realistic outputs but also ensures adaptability for real-time modifications on set.  
Topic presenter:
Vladimir Koylazov, Head of Innovation and co-founder of Chaos

This event is about the topic of CV. A well-designed resume is often the first impression that potential employers get of you, so it is even more important that it leaves a positive first impression.

“Fit for exams and Preparing to return Home"- International Student Roundtable will address important information regarding exams and returning home after studying at KIT. 
 
You should attend, if you are an exchange student in Bachelor and Master who is enrolled in the KIT Department of Informatics.  Of course other international students are welcome to participate in this workshop.
 
Vital information and Tipps regarding registration, preparation and taking Exams in this semester will be addressed. In addition there will be critical information for exchange students who are completing theirs studies at the end of this semester.
 
∎ Overview of Exams
            ∎ Exam Registration and withdraw (de-registration)
            ∎ Preparing for Exams and resources
            ∎ Procedure/Structure of an exam
            ∎ Tipps regarding Exams
∎ Wrapping up your studies and returning home (for Exchange Students)
∎ Other important information
 
There will be several points during the Workshop to ask questions as well as at the end to talk with the peers and ISS Adviser.
 
You can ask questions in english or german.

In this event, students of informatics and information systems who intend on writing their final theses. This workshop provides an overview to doing a thesis offers practical tips and valuable advice to guide you through the thesis process.
 
You can ask questions in english or german.

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