International students

International students are very welcome at the University of Münster! Whether you're interested in spending just one semester here or wish to enrol as a full-time student in an undergraduate, graduate or PhD programme, we can provide you with all the information you need about programmes and services at the Münster UNiversity and life in Münster.

The International Office is the central advice office for international students in bachelor's, master's and state examination programmes. You can find more information below.

The Graduate Centre is the advice office for international doctoral students. You can find more information under the heading Research above.

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International prospective students

Would you like to complete a full course of study or a DSH course at the University of Münster?

You can find detailed information on study opportunities at the University of Münster under the heading prospective students.

For those applying from abroad, the International Office has compiled all (additional) information which is relevant to international applicants.

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Exchange students

Are you interested in spending a semester or two studying at the University of Münster through an exchange programme?

If you wish to enrol at the University of Münster through an exchange programme such as Erasmus+, please read the following information provided by the International Office.
 

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International degree seeking students

Are you already enrolled at the University of Münster?

International students pursuing a degree at the University of Münster can obtain a wide range of information and specific advice on questions about studying and everyday life from the International Office.

National Code of Conduct on Foreign Students at German Universities

The National Code of Conduct was drawn up in the spring of 2010, taking as its model similar documents from the Netherlands, Australia, UK, France, USA, Canada and New Zealand. Its aim is to guarantee the quality of support given to international students at German universities. To this end, the Code formulates quality standards with respect to information on studying, advice, advertising, admission procedures, academic supervision and follow-up support measures.

The National Code of Conduct on Foreign Students at German Universities represents a voluntary commitment by the participating signatories. The University of Münster adopted the Code in June 2010. Foreign students can contact the office at their host university if they believe university officials are not adhering to the Code. At the University of Münster, this is the Vice-Rectorate for International Affairs.

National Code of Conduct on Foreign Students at German Universities