Credits completed abroad can generally be fully recognised. A proposal must be submitted for this purpose. The aim is to recognise the foreign credits in the compulsory-elective, area of specialisation and area of specialisation modules in such a way as to avoid extending the duration of the degree programme. Overall, the experience with credit recognition following study abroad has been positive. Extended study periods can be avoided, provided that a sufficient number of credit points are earned abroad.

As many modules in the BSc Uwi span two semesters and the semester or lecture periods abroad can vary considerably, careful planning is required. Where appropriate, it may be advisable to speak directly to the module lecturers or the academic advisory service.

Under the ERASMUS programme, learning agreements are drawn up. However, it is recommended that you seek advice from the academic advisory service regarding credit recognition beforehand. Applications for credit recognition can be submitted independently of the learning agreements.

The following options, which can be combined, are available for the crediting or recognition of credits completed during a semester abroad:

The subject-specific modules for study abroad (mar991, mar992 and mar993) are used to recognise modules studied abroad within the compulsory-elective or specialisation areas, equivalent to one or two Oldenburg modules (corresponding to 9, 10, 19 or 20 CP). A maximum of one compulsory-elective module may be substituted. This means it is possible to complete 1 compulsory-elective, 1 specialisation, 1 compulsory-elective plus 1 specialisation, or 2 specialisation modules in this way. There is no requirement for the content to be equivalent to Oldenburg modules. However, the modules must contribute to the achievement of the programme’s learning outcomes; that is, they must generally have a connection to environmental science. The modules mar991, mar992 and mar993 are listed on the transcript as ‘study abroad’, with the original module title(s) specified. With regard to the number of credit points, it is possible to balance the total across several recognised modules, or to combine smaller modules.
These modules have been available since the winter semester 2019/20, but they can also be used retrospectively to recognise modules already completed abroad.

Credits completed abroad are recognised as equivalent to an Oldenburg module , provided there are no significant differences in the competences acquired. This means that there must be a suitable Oldenburg module which, in addition to its scope (number of credit points), corresponds to or is similar to the modules studied abroad in terms of the competences acquired. There is no limit on the number of credit points. Only the Oldenburg module is listed on the transcript.

In the area of specialisation, credits completed abroad may be recognised within the‘Study Abroad’ module (with the original titles stated). This format is also suitable for non-subject-specific modules (languages, cultural studies, etc.). The Examinations Office is responsible for recognition; it processes proposals and makes the final decision.

In general, the number of credit points earned abroad should roughly correspond to the scope of the modules to be recognised. Smaller modules may be combined. As part of an overall assessment, credit points may be grouped together or split up; slight variations in the number of credit points may be possible where appropriate. This is applied for on a case-by-case basis and decided by the Examinations Office.

In the European Credit Transfer System (and therefore also in Oldenburg), 1 credit point (ECTS) corresponds to a workload of 30 hours; the workload in one semester amounts to (on average) 30 credit points; the degree programme comprises 6 semesters and 180 credit points.

Credit points earned abroad outside the ECTS system usually need to be converted. The Examinations Office is responsible for this. Some foreign universities (outside the ECTS) provide conversion factors. If these are not available, they must be determined by the Examinations Office. It may be advisable to provide the Examinations Office with evidence of your own conversions or to present a plausible explanation. This can be done, for example, on the basis of the credit points or hours (workload) per semester, or by reference to the scope of the degree programme as a whole.

The University of Oldenburg awards mobility grants of up to EUR 500 for study visits abroad (internships, specialised courses, language courses). The mobility grant is to be used to cover additional material expenses in the context of study-related stays abroad.

Short stays (less than 14 days) in Germany and abroad by students on Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes at School V can be supported by centrally acquired study quality funds. The stay should be meaningfully related to the degree programme. It is possible, for example, to support a conference visit or a summer school in Germany or abroad. Proposals must be submitted to the Office of the Dean of Studies before the stay; the maximum funding amount is 400 euros after proof of the study-related costs. Please contact your supervisor or the Office the .

Further information on funding opportunities can be found on the university website at the International Office.