HGK (Har Gay Kar)

Hocheschule fur Gestaltung und Kunst
Thats where we're studying. The main building is situated in the shadow of Gutsch, next to the river, duel carriage way and train lines. Its a largish hollow square shape with a central courtyard. Inside is quiet and spacious, nobody shouts and students are happy to work in their own time in studios together. There is a community feel to the space, people gather together and talk about work and music. The cafeteria makes great, healthy food and the seating area is reminiscent of a minimal Japanese restaurant. There is all the usual facilties you would expect except that they are larger and better equiped than the ones that I'm use to. Despitet he size, there seems to be relatively few students here, typically classes are only 15-20 people strong. Before arriving here our school pitched the idea of English speaking classes, I'm not sure how I came to believe this, but there not. Yes 95% of people speak good conversational English, but lessons are conducted in German, and this is obvious now we're here. Provisions are made for us and things are explained, but when you sit through a 2 hour lecture and recieve a 2 minute summary, its a little frustrating. But we empathize also. This aside, the people are friendly and very helpful, its a very positive atmosphere.