Routes abroad
Routes abroad
Europe (Erasmus+)
Studying German Studies is of course not limited to the Oldenburg Institute for German Studies, to Germany or the German-speaking world, but is possible worldwide. German language and literature is therefore not only represented at domestic universities. This makes ERASMUS+ interesting not only for other subjects, but also for students of German Studies.
You can find an overview of the Erasmus+ partnerships of the Oldenburg Institute for German Studies on the Mobility Online portal:
Further general information on ERASMUS+ can also be found on the website of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
Australia
The Institute for German Studies also has a co-operation with the University of New England (UNE) in Armidale (Australia). You can study both Bachelor's and Master's programmes at UNE.
You can find detailed information and experience reports on the website of the International Office: uol.de/wege-ins-ausland/ausserhalb-europas/australien/university-of-new-england
Application information
Study abroad at a European university
The Institute for German Studies has established the following eligibility criteria for the allocation of study places within the Erasmus+ programme:
- Motivation or previous experience in the target country
- Academic achievements
The application deadline for the coming academic year (winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027) ends on 15 January 2026 (12 noon), the late application deadline for the summer semester 2027 ends on 1 June 2026.
Please submit the following application documents (to germanistik.exchange@uni-o by the above deadline:
- the completed and signed Erasmus+ online application
- a curriculum vitae in tabular form
- a letter of motivation (approx. 1 page) explaining why you are applying for the study place
- if applicable, proof of language skills (you can find out which proof of language skills are required in the counselling service, see contact)
Study abroad outside Europe
Different conditions and deadlines apply to applications for a study exchange place outside Europe than for the Erasmus+ programme. Please submit your application for 2026 to Roman Behrens in the International Office (see below) at (please note the application deadline).
You can also find general information on planning your stay here: uol.de/wege-ins-ausland.
Counselling
If you have any questions about studying abroad, please get in touch with the following contact persons:
- Expert advice and submission of the Erasmus+ application:
Internationalisation Officer: - Submission of the application for Armidale:
Roman Behrens (International Office), - Questions regarding the recognition of credits:
- Financing and organisation:
International Office, further information - German Studies Institute Partnership (GIP) with Olomouc:
Prof. Dr Albrecht Hausmann (GIP spokesperson),