Academic catalog
Private Music Instruction
Private Music Instruction is designed for music majors. Please inform Salzburg College as soon as possible of needs and/or requirements so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Students need to send Salzburg College their music repertoire, information on previous studies, their study plans for Salzburg, and a letter from their current instructor(s). Arrangements for earning credit from private music instruction in Salzburg must be made ahead of time with the Music Department of the home uni-versity.
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Study Abroad Courses Semester Program
To support the overall Austrian experience, two courses are required of all students studying at least one semester at Salzburg College:
– The European Experience: History, Politics and Culture OR Cross-Cultural Communication and understanding OR Austrian History, Politics, Society & Culture OR History of the Western World II (for credit)
– One German language course (for credit or audit)
The required minimum number of semester credit hours is 12-15. For a course load above 15 credit hours, prior approval from Salzburg College is necessary. Students are welcome to audit courses as long as they attend regularly and do not disrupt class. Prior approval from Salzburg College must be obtained to audit a course. Most courses do not have prerequisites and are open to all students. Please see individual course descriptions for more details.
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Independent Study
In case a student needs to fulfill a special requirement not offered in this catalogue, please contact Salzburg College. Arrangements for independ-ent study can be made for various academic fields such as Business Ad-ministration, Social Sciences, History, Music, etc.
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Study Abroad Courses Academic/Gap Year Program
During their 2 semesters at Salzburg College, students typically complete 24-27 credit hours.
Semester 1:
To support the overall Austrian experience, two courses are required of all students during their first semester at Salzburg College:
– The European Experience: History, Politics and Culture OR Cross-Cultural Communication and understanding OR Austrian History, Politics, Society & Culture OR History of the Western World II (for credit)
– One German language course (for credit or audit)
The required minimum number of semester credit hours is 12-15. For a course load above 15 credit hours, prior approval from Salzburg College is necessary. Students are welcome to audit courses as long as they attend regularly and do not disrupt class. Prior approval from Salzburg College must be obtained to audit a course. Most courses do not have prerequisites and are open to all students. Please see individual course descriptions for more details.
Semester 2:
Students are expected to enroll in three academic courses as well as the internship course for a total of 12 U.S. credit hours.
– Another German Language Course
– Intercultural Communication OR Leadership Development
– Another elective course
– International Internship (Preparation Module plus 150 hours hands on work experience)
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Honors Programs
In-course honors credit is available for qualified students in most courses. Requests must be made to Salzburg College within the first week of clas-ses. The in-course honors contract specifies additional readings and/or field work to be evaluated by the respective instructor. Students who are in formal honors programs at their home institutions should receive ap-proval in advance from their honors program directors.
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Study Abroad Courses Summer Sessions
There are no mandatory courses during the summer sessions. Students may choose any one of the courses offered at Salzburg College for a total of 3 credit hours per semester. For prerequisites, please see individual course descriptions.
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Independent Study/Break Period During the Semester
It is expected that students will continue to pursue course-related re-search during the Independent Study/Break Period. In courses where ex-cursions constitute a significant part of the grade (e.g. History of Western (European) Art, Music History Survey II – Baroque, Classical, and Roman-tic Periods, Intercultural Communication, Economics and Politics of the EU) semester projects may include travel research as well.
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Study Abroad Courses Internship Program
Internship students are expected to enroll in three academic courses as well as the internship for a total of 12 U.S. credit hours.
– The European Experience: History, Politics, Society and Culture
– German Language Course
– Intercultural Communication OR Leadership Development
– International Internship (Preparation Module plus 150 hours hands on work experience)
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Student Code of Conduct
At Salzburg College (SC), the student Northern Illinois University (NIU) Student Code of Conduct, when and if applicable and in compliance with Austrian/EU laws applies.
For details please visit: https://www.niu.edu/conduct/process/index.shtml
The Northern Pact for Students
The Northern Pact outlines the expectations we (NIU & SC) have for members of our community. With each individual making a commitment to uphold these principles, we will have the collective benefit of a culture of care, accountability, pride and connectedness.
Curiosity and Creativity
I am actively involved in the learning experience.
I am open to new ideas and creative problem-solving.
I am interested in innovative research, artistry and scholarship.
Equity and Inclusion
I seek and appreciate the diverse perspectives of the NIU & SC communi-ty.
I consider how my actions and words affect other people.
I respect all members of the university community.
Ethics and Integrity
I value global perspectives and the work of building a better society.
I behave ethically in and out of the classroom.
I am accountable to myself and my community.
Service and Responsibility
I work to learn about and address local, national and global challenges and take responsibility for creating change.
I share the knowledge I gain and use it to support my community.
I explore opportunities to achieve my academic, personal, and profes-sional goals.
Pride in My Pack
I take pride in my pack. I support the values of the NIU & SC community with my words and actions. By taking care of myself and others, I support the health and well-being of the entire SC community.
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