If you want to study in Germany, you need health insurance. You cannot be enrolled without health insurance. There is statutory health insurance (GKV) and private health insurance. Which insurance can and may be taken out depends on various factors.

Health insurance - what do I have to do?

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The University of Oldenburg is located in the Northwest of Germany. Public transport from the airports in Bremen (BRE), Hamburg (HAM) and Hannover (HAJ) is comfortable and effective. The following bus lines run from the central train station in Oldenburg to the University:

• 306 going to "Universität" or "Uni/Campus Wechloy"
• 310 going to "Wehnen", "Famila" or "Dürerstr."
• 324 going to "BBS Wechloy"
• 350 going to "Bad Zwischenahn" or "Westerstede"
• S35 going to "Westerstede"

Useful links:

• Getting to the University
• Train travel in Germany
• Bus timetables in Oldenburg (VWG)
• Public transport from Bremen to Oldenburg (VBN)
• University of Oldenburg on Google maps

In order to open a bank account in Oldenburg, you will need a passport/ID, as well as your registration form from the City of Oldenburg. For students up to 27 years of age, bank accounts are usually free.

As soon as you arrive in Oldenburg, you can enrol at the Admissions Office. Please come during the office hours. The enrolment requirements are specified in your admission letter.

If you are already enrolled, please keep in mind that you have to re-registrate (that is: pay your semester contribution) in order to continue your studies in the following semester.

Non-EU students need a residence permit for their stay in Germany. Students need to apply for their residence permit at the latest two months before their visas expire. Getting or renewing your residence permit

With your enrolment documents, you receive access to the University's online platform Stud.IP. Here you can find a catalogue of all lectures and seminars offered at the University of Oldenburg, and you can register for lectures, seminars, and tutorials. If you are doing a full degree course in Oldenburg, then you will also use Stud.IP to manage your examinations and grades.

How to create your timetable

Networking and new contacts, sharing information, learning about the country, fun, and entertainment are all important parts of being a student. Join our events for international students and discover the charming city of Oldenburg!