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For our students
What options do I have?
A semester in Europe, an internship overseas, or two weeks of summer school: There are many ways to study abroad. Here’s an initial overview.
Studying
You can study for one or two semesters at a partner university, either in Europe or anywhere in the world. An overview of our programs.
Internship or Thesis
You can complete an internship abroad or write your thesis there. To be eligible for funding, your stay must last at least 2 months. Learn more.
Short-term stays
Don’t have much time, or aren’t sure yet if you want to spend an entire semester abroad? Then a summer or winter school program might be right for you. Click here for more information.
Why go abroad?
There are many good reasons to study abroad during your college years:
- You’ll learn or improve a language.
- You’ll gain experience that will help you in your career.
- You’ll meet new people and learn about other cultures.
- You’ll grow as a person.
- And you’ll have what might be the best time of your college years.
Read about our h_da returnees' experiences abroad (in German) and be inspired by the adventures of fellow students.
You can also follow students who are currently studying abroad. The worldwide Correspondents Network of the "study worldwide - experience it" campaign reports on their stays abroad.
Here's how to get started
Start gathering information about a year before your stay. Come to our office hours and also talk to the international affairs coordinator in your department. You can apply through the MoveON portal.
Find out about the application deadlines for the various programs and funding opportunities.
Good to know
Safety: Please register your stay with the Federal Foreign Office (ELEFAND, for German citizens only). If a travel warning is in effect for a specific country or region, an exchange or funding is not possible.
See also our Practical Information from A to Z.
Going abroad as a queer person?
If you're a queer person considering a stay abroad, feel free to find more information here (currently only available in German): Infosheet LGBTIQA Studierende
Contact
Darmstadt Campus
Non-European mobilities
Ina Schnakenberg (she/her)
+49.6151.533-60073
global.int@h-da.de
Office: C23, 2.07
Darmstadt Campus
Erasmus+ / Europe mobilities (outgoing)
Britta Bruder (she/her)
+49.6151.533-67788
erasmus@h-da.de
Office: C23, 02.08
available: Tuesday - Friday
Dieburg Campus
Initial consultation outgoing mobilities
Ramona Straten (she/her)
+49.6151.533-60827
dieburg.int@h-da.de
Office: F01, 110