KOSEKO
KoSeKo - Cooperation and Self-Learning Competence
Mainz University of Applied Sciences, in cooperation with TH Bingen, strives to equip students with an optimal foundation for their academic persuits while offering continuous support throughout their studies.
The university supports students by offering complementary seminars on self-learning skills, helping them achive academic success. This initiative is open to bachelor's an master's students across all disciplines.
Winter semester 2025 Program
Registration is required!
Introduction to Digital Work* (online, in German)
October 9, 2025, 5:00–6:00 p.m.
An overview of essential university software and platforms, including OLAT, MS Teams, BigBlueButton, and InCampo, explained from a student perspective through peer learning.
Speaker: Lea Dunkel – TH Bingen
Location: Teams link will be provided before the session.
Stress and Time Management – Last-Minute Rush or a Relaxed Path to Success?* (Face-to-Face Event in German)
October 13, 2025, 3:00–5:00 p.m. (at Mainz University of Applied Sciences)
October 22, 2025, 3:00–5:00 p.m. (at TH Bingen)
Break free from study stress! Learn how to manage your time effectively, create a better work-life balance, and discover practical tips and strategies for handling stress.
Speakers: Tim Herrscher and Natacha Richter – Mainz University of Applied Sciences, General Student Advisory Service
Location: Mainz University of Applied Sciences, Room D0.08
Location: TH Bingen, Room 5-206.
KoSeKo Shorts (online, in German)
Math 1: Solving Equations
October 15, 2025, 6:00–6:45 p.m.
Solving equations sounds complicated? Not at all! After this workshop, you'll find x faster than you find your charging cable.
Math 2: Linear Equation Systems
November 26, 2025, 6:00–6:45 p.m.
More equations, even more fun! After this workshop, you'll solve any system of equations in no time.
Speaker: Ellen Maria Ernst – TH Bingen
Location: Teams link will be provided before the session.
Intercultural Competence Building, Interactive Webinar* (online, in German)
October 29, 2025, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Does “no problem” really mean “no problem” everywhere? And why punctuality is not binding everywhere. Whether in everyday university life, internships abroad, or working in a global context, intercultural competence is a key qualification. People from different cultural backgrounds teach and learn together, communicate, and work with each other. They all bring different life experiences, backgrounds, and expectations with them. This diversity and complexity are enriching, but they also need to be managed skillfully. This practice-oriented webinar provides an overview of the most important cultural dimensions and concrete strategies for respectful, confident, and effective interaction with others in everyday intercultural practice.
Speaker: Dr. Gabi Kratochwil, CrossCultures
Location: Zoom link will be announced before the event.
Introduction to LaTeX* (online, training, in German)
November 4, 2025, 3:00–4:30 p.m.
LaTeX is a powerful typesetting system primarily used for creating scientific and technical documents. As an open-source software, it offers precise control over document formatting, making it an essential tool for academic writing and research.
Speaker: Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Herbert Baaser –TH Bingen
Location: Teams link will be provided before the session.
Dealing with ADHD during your studies* (Face-to-Face Event in German)
November 5, 2025, 3:00–5:00 p.m.
Description to follow
Speaker: Dipl.-Psych. Götz Müller
Location: HS Mainz, Room B1.01/03
Literature Research* (Face-to-Face Event in English)
November 25, 2025, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
This seminar equips participants with essential skills for effective literature research. It covers everything from formulating precise research questions and identifying key databases to critically evaluating scholarly sources. You will learn how to manage and synthesize your research materials, enabling you to build a strong foundation for literature reviews and academic projects.
Speaker: Dana Söte – HS Mainz, Teaching Library
Location: Face-to-face event, HS Mainz, Room K3a
Presentation Training* (Face-to-Face Event in German)
November 26, 2025, 3:00–5:00 p.m.
This two-hour workshop trains participants in public speaking. They practice authentic presentation skills in a fun environment with clear structure and precise feedback, and develop awareness of their own style and confident presentation.
Our method does not aim to impose a specific presentation style on participants. Instead, we work with students based on their individual personalities. Together, and through direct feedback, we find an individual, authentic presentation style.
Speaker: Die Affirmative
Location: HS Mainz, Room B1.10
Scientific Writing: From Topic Identification to Outline Development* (Face-to-Face Event in English)
02.12.2025, 17:00-18:30
This seminar guides students through the complete process of scientific writing - from identifying a research topic to developing a structured outline. Participants will learn how to choose a suitable topic for essays and theses, formulate a research question and guiding inquiries, select an appropriate research method, and ultimately derive an effective outline for their academic work. Join us to enhance your research and writing skills.
Speaker: Dana Söte – HS Mainz, Teaching Library
Location: HS Mainz, Room K3a
Academic Writing: Research Question and Outline* (Face-to-Face Event in German)
December 9, 2025, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
The research question is the backbone of any academic paper – but finding it isn’t always easy. And what about structure? That’s part of the backbone, too. In this workshop, you’ll learn practical tips and tricks for crafting both effectively.
Speaker: Dana Söte – HS Mainz, Teaching Library
Location: HS Mainz, Room K3a
How first-generation students recognize their strengths and implement their skills* (Face-to-Face Event in German)
December 10, 2025, 2:00–5:00 p.m.
In Germany, social background still plays a significant role in determining educational paths. The likelihood of young adults choosing to pursue higher education is often linked to the educational level of their parents. Many first-generation students lack role models within their families or at universities, and accessing necessary information can be much more challenging for them. The non-profit organization ArbeiterKind.de supports prospective and current first-generation students in successfully navigating their studies. These students bring a wide range of strengths and competencies, including determination, perseverance, flexibility, and courage. The goal of this workshop is to help participants identify and leverage these strengths and competencies through biographical work, using them as resources to take charge of their own path.
Instructor: Antonia Diaco – arbeiterkind.de
Location: Mainz University of Applied Sciences, Room B1.10
Registration
Due to the limited number of spots available, we kindly ask you to register as soon as possible at koseko (at) hs-mainz.de.
Registrations will be accepted up to two days before each event. If an event takes place on a Monday, registrations must be submitted by the preceding Friday.
A working camera and microphone are prerequisites for online events.
*Certificate of participation can be issued upon request after the event.
WHO TO CONTACT
Hochschule Mainz: koseko (at) hs-mainz.de
Contact Person at HS Mainz: Natacha Richter
Technische Hochschule Bingen: koseko (at) th-bingen.de
Contact Person at TH Bingen: Marta Benko