Pros & Cons
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This is – by its nature – heavily opinionated. Take the following with a big grain of salt.
IMAPP is quite young. On one hand, this gives the professors (and, consequently, you) some freedom, on the other hand, organizational matters are usually tedious, procedures are unclear, and official communication is lacking at times.
lectures & exams
Some professors are difficult to work with; it often boils down to their idea of “respect”
Unfamiliar handling of exams: You have to take numerous exams in a short time, but you only need to pass “on average” (see for details) and some are “just math”, so don't require a profound understanding of the subject. You can retake exams of your choice if your GPA is below the passing limit, until it isn't.
on campus
Long breaks (~2 hours) between lectures without good spots to work
Few places in the library have chargers or allow for collaborative work
Crowded canteen with hardly enjoyable, yet cheap food
Note: Another spot is currently being renovated, so it might be less crowded soon
outside university
difficulty level: medium
You are surrounded by a nice landscape
Few people outside IMAPP speak English (and many aren't quite cooperative if you don't speak French)
Few cities with active nightlife in the region
on campus
More options for food that actually tastes okay, at comparable prices
outside university
Except if the Studierendenwerk doesn't send you an offer. In this case, do contact them – they might have messed something up!
Many people speak English; hardly anyone will judge you for not speaking German
Being in the Ruhrgebiet means you have many large cities and possibilities nearby – and public transport is included in your semester fee!
There is no single campus
difficulty level: easy
difficulty level: hard