Language of instruction
Ìý ÌýGenerally available as a second or third preference.
TheÌýUniversity of °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô (German:ÌýEberhard Karls Universität °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô) is one of Europe’s oldest universities, dating back to 1477. The latest chapter of the University’s history is marked by its success in the German government’s Excellence Initiative, and in its position within the top 100 universities worldwide.
The city of °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô today remains a place of research and teaching. The city combines the authenticity of a medieval town centre with the bustle and atmosphere of a young university town – about 1 in 3 °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô residents is a student.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring/Summer Semester | ´¡±è°ù¾±±ô–J³Ü±ô²â |
| Semester 2 | Fall/Winter Semester | °¿³¦³Ù´Ç²ú±ð°ù–F±ð²ú°ù³Ü²¹°ù²â |
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Guides and additional information
The University ofÌý°Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô has online resources to help get more from your exchange:
Campuses
The University ofÌý°Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô is part of a , meaning it has campuses scattered throughout the city.
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’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s 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/Law (Hons)Semester 1, 2019
My exchange experience allowed me to not only learn more about German culture, but also myriad others from the friends I made.
Full-time study load
24 ECTS creditsÌýper semester at University ofÌý°Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at the University of °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô.
Study Options
Not applicable to this university, however you will need to specify which faculty you wish to study under. You can choose courses from any of the which are open to exchange students, however, there are numerousÌýcourse restrictions outlined below.
Language Requirements
You must have at least B1 level language proficiency in the language of instruction (English or German).Ìý
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The University of °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô will accept advanced 3rd and 4th year UQ students into the postgraduate level courses.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.Ìý
Find courses
Search the Ìýor browse the English-taught undergraduate andÌýpostgraduate .
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’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s 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
As the private housing market is expensive and highly competitive in °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô, the University of °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô recommends that exchange students live in .
As the University does not own the dormitories, they cannot guarantee rooms for exchange students. However, if your application is received in time, it is highly likely that you will obtain a room.
Cost of living
The cost of living in university towns is usually a bit more expensive than in non-university towns. The university provides an in °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô. Students must also pay an EUR 88.30 services fee per semester.Ìý
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Students studying at the University of °Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²ÔÌýmay be eligible for the ,ÌýÌýor any other financial aid they may be eligible for.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s 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.
You can be exempted from buying if you can prove that you are insured adequately 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’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s 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.
The UniversityÌýofÌý°Õü²ú¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô provides for incoming exchange students in their application and preparation page.
Contact theÌýÌýfor more visa information.
Travel risk levels
51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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’s Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ’s 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