Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get around in Bremen?
Public transport by tram and bus brings you almost everywhere. The station at the university is called "Universität/Zentralbereich", the tram going there (e.g. from the main station, the airport and the city center) is tram number 6. Information and schedules can be found here: https://www.bsag.de/en/information.html
Do I need to bring anything?
A laptop with the required software already installed is preferred. However, computers are available, too.
Do I have to bring a poster?
The presentation of a poster is not obligatory, but the poster session will be part of a reception on Monday evening.
Posters need to be registered with a title and a short abstract.
How can I apply for the summer school?
You simply fill out the application form. You will receive a summary of the submitted information via email and (later) a notice of acceptance.
What is the language of the workshop? Do I need to speak German?
No, you do not need to speak German. The official language is English.
Is it possible to pay with a credit/debit card or should I take cash with me?
In the cafeterias of the university you will be asked to use cash.
In all supermarkets (certain) cards are accepted.
In restaurants cards are usually accepted.
If you buy the public transport tickets in the tram or bus, then you will need cash. If you buy them in a BSAG-Center, then you can use the card.
In addition, as (almost) everywhere, cash dispensers can be found in the whole city.
I am vegan. Will I starve in Bremen?
Absolutely not! First of all, in the cafeteria of the university there is always a vegan option. You can check the menu on the following website: https://www.stw-bremen.de/en/food-and-drink/uni-mensa
If you do not find something you may want for lunch, then you can also try another cafeteria (https://www.stw-bremen.de/en/food-and-drink). In these webpages a symbol preceding each dish can be found, which indicates if it is vegan, vegetarian, etc.
To have dinner in the city is also not a problem, since many restaurants are vegan friendly and there are also several which are vegan, like ZeN, Vegefarm or Veganbar.
In supermarkets, plenty of vegan products are available. You can try Edeka and Aldi, for example. If you go to Rewe (and maybe others), then pay special attention when buying some bread, since there are, occasionally, types which include pieces of ham...!
What is included in the summer school fee?
The fee includes all lectures, talks and exercises, coffee breaks, joint summer school dinner, mathematical city tour, poster session with reception and a letter of attendance.
What is not included in the summer school fee?
Accomodation, travel costs, meals and drinks (except coffee breaks and joint dinner), cultural and/or leisure time activities which are not mentioned in the official program.
How are coffee breaks organized?
The coffee breaks take place in room MZH 1460. Coffee, tea, water, ..., and snacks will be served.
How is the breakfast, lunch and the dinner organized?
For lunch, we can go to the university's cafeteria ("Mensa"). Breakfast and dinner has to be organized by yourself (except the joint dinner on Wednesday).
Can I receive any certificates or confirmations?
You receive a certificate of attendance and a payment confirmation on site at the registration desk.