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Bucerius Law School is a private institution with the mission to enable freedom of thought, reformation of higher education and social responsibility. One of the best law schools in Germany,听Bucerius is an academic community of students and faculty, in which constructive-critical thinking, creativity and leadership skills, as well as a sense of team spirit and openness are cultivated.听The academic program at Bucerius is characterised by the close collaboration and academic exchange that takes place between faculty and students.
The Law School鈥檚 campus is located in between Hamburg's downtown area and the popular "Planten un Blomen" city park. Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany and a major cultural hub.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Exchange not available | n/a |
| Semester 2 | International Exchange Program | 厂别辫迟别尘产别谤鈥揇别肠别尘产别谤 |
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Guides and additional information
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Student testimonials
- B Arts / Laws (Hons)Semester 2, 2025
Go on as many of the organised trips as possible - it鈥檚 a great way to experience the city and surrounds for cheap and in a community, and most of all have fun!
Full-time study load
16 ECTS credits plus the mandatory听"Introduction to German Law" course at Bucerius is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at Bucerius.
Study Options
The exchange program听at Bucerius Law School is open to law students only.
Semester Restrictions
Bucerius Law School is only available to exchange students during the Bucerius International Exchange Program in UQ semester 2.
Other Requirements
Undergraduate students must have completed a minimum of two years of study before commencing听their听study at Bucerius Law School.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.
Find courses
The course list for the Bucerius International Exchange Program is generally published in December, and a full course catalogue (including course descriptions) generally becomes available in March the following year.
You will find the most up-to-date course information via the .听 You may also search the 听from the previous year as a guide.听
Crosscheck the courses you found in the host course catalogue with the to see if UQ credit has previously been granted. The database should be used as a general guide only. Few courses from each host will be in the database and many course precedents in the database may have expired. Note, the credit precedent database does not replace the host course catalogue. If a course is not listed in the CPD, you can still ask for it to be assessed on your study plan.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Accommodation
Bucerius does not have any on-campus or dormitory housing of its own. However, the campus is easily accessible by public transportation and the International Office assists you in .
Cost of living
To prepare for your stay, Bucerius provides an estimate of .
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Students may consult the听听to find further information on scholarship possibilities.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ鈥檚 Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
while in Germany is required for visa purposes. You can purchase travel health insurance in your home country or ask your current provider whether your policy covers them abroad.
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Bucerius provides for incoming exchange students.
Contact the听听for more visa information.
Travel risk levels
51吃瓜网 cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the .
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October