They come from Brazil, Spain or Indonesia: just over 500 international students are starting their studies in Oldenburg this semester – either as degree-seeking students or as part of an exchange programme. 

The Erasmus Mundus programme is funding the EMMIR (European Master in Migration and Intercultural Relations) degree programme for a further five years. The university is coordinating this project, which involves nine partners from three continents.

The University of Oldenburg is international. Here we introduce people from all over the world who have chosen to come to Oldenburg. The following academics are or have been guests at our university to conduct research on various topics.

The rain didn't put off this year's participants at the International Summer Fest. They enjoyed delicacies such as poffertjes and dorayaki, and a programme of stage performances, ranging from Ukrainian folklore to pop-rock from Oldenburg.

How does the reintroduction of border controls affect the attitudes of people in border regions? This is being investigated by Hannah Arendt Fellow Marije Michel from Groningen, in collaboration with Juliana Goschler, a German studies scholar from Oldenburg.

Birgit Klostermann spent the last winter semester in Sweden. This was made possible by funding from Erasmus+. She wouldn’t have missed the experiences she had during that time for the world.

The Universities of Oldenburg and Bremen maintain close ties with numerous academic institutions worldwide. A key partner in this network is the Nelson Mandela University in South Africa.

Doctoral students can write their doctoral thesis at the University of Groningen and the University of Oldenburg - and receive a recognised title in both countries at the end. Three of those involved tell their stories.

They come from Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East: 23 young university managers are currently participating in the UNILEAD continuing education programme. It is an experience that will advance them both personally and professionally. 

The Consul General of the People's Republic of China, Dong Lin, visited the University. He spoke with President Bruder about German-Chinese academic exchange.

The master’s programme Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies collaborates closely with partner universities in Ghana and Colombia. Working together in a living lab, students are planning ways to supply remote communities with renewable energy.

For three decades, the University has been offering language courses for students, researchers and staff. In this interview, Maike Engelhardt, head of the Language Centre, explains its important role in campus life.

Karina Moritzen has been awarded the 2025 DAAD Prize for outstanding achievements of international students. In addition to her academic research in Game Studies at the University of Oldenburg, she is involved in a number of social projects.

As part of the Northwest Alliance, the University of Oldenburg has just presented itself at the annual conference of the German Academic International Network. The aim: to enter into dialogue with researchers working in the USA.

Marine science, education, and staff and student exchange are among the key areas of the university's partnership with the Mandela University. At this year's board meeting, the partners reviewed existing collaborations and envisaged future paths.

Delicious food, a great atmosphere and a variety of acts on stage - that was the International Summer Fest 2025 at the University of Oldenburg! Here you find a selection of pictures.

The CERM-ESA education research project brings students from African countries and researchers from Oldenburg together. Two participants talk about their experiences – and about how their time in Oldenburg has inspired their research.

The University does many things to make settling in easier for international students in Oldenburg. Intercultural facilitators listen to their problems and offer support and guidance – and there’s also plenty of fun to be had.

Matheus Silveira Mendes has been awarded the 2024 DAAD Prize for Outstanding Achievements by International Students. Beyond his academic achievements, he is also involved in many activities at the Institute for Social Sciences.

Three Oldenburg students set off for their semester abroad in an unusual way – by bike. Carmen Sroweleit, Jil Gagelmann and Jasper Laschinger report on their trip to Cádiz respectively Sogndal.