The International Side of the University of Greifswald

Hand-made raft on the Ryck – Photo: Kilian Dorner

Why Greifswald?

Five good reasons for coming to the University of Greifswald.

Main University Building of the University of Saskatchewan Canada – Photo: Julia Balk

Partnerships Across the Globe

The University of Greifswald maintains partnerships throughout the world. Contact the International Office if you would like to set up a new partnership.

Exchanges in Greifswald

Whether you're a degree-seeking student, exchange student, or doctoral student, come to the University of Greifswald to do a short or long period of study.

Internationals go Greifswald

Read more about what international exchange students say about their period of stay in Greifswald.

Research & Teach in Greifswald

International academics, doctoral students and postdocs are more than welcome at the University of Greifswald!

Portrait of the DAAD Award Winner 2023, Diclehan Ulucan, © Patrick Geßner, 2023

DAAD Prize 2023 at University Greifswald

The doctoral candidate Diclehan Ulucan from Turkey has been awarded the University of Greifswald’s DAAD Prize 2023. The prize, endowed with 1,000 euros, was presented by Dorthe G. A. Hartmann, the Pro-Rector for Teaching, Teacher Training and Internationalisation during the dies academicus on 24 May 2023. The prize from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) honours international students, who have accomplished outstanding achievements both in their studies and in community efforts.

Summer School SustainMV

SustainMV is jointly presented by all universities in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Academics from all MV universities, who are all experts in their respective fields of sustainability, present their work and research. Joint Summer School SustainMV - We Make Sustainability a Priority.

The Deputy Consul General of the U.S. Consulate General Hamburg, Mahvash Siddiqui (left), and Rector Prof. Dr. Katharina Riedel (right), © Patrick Gessner, 2023

Deputy Consul General of the U.S. Consulate General Hamburg Visits the University of Greifswald

Mahvash Siddiqui, Deputy Consul General of the U.S. Consulate General Hamburg visited the University of Greifswald on 1 June 2023. She informed herself about the university, in particular the work and offers provided by the American Studies and Ukrainian Studies sections. She also signed the university’s guest book.

International Partnerships all Over the World

With over 20 international partnerships with universities all over the world and more than 200 university partnerships within the Erasmus+ network, the University of Greifswald is connected to all four corners of the globe, providing excellent opportunities for exchange and collaboration.

Current News International

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18.09.2023

Larger bats in a warming climate - long-term field study shows influence of warmer temperatures on body size

04.09.2023

Ukrainian Ambassador Joined by Minister-President and Minister of Science on Visit to the University of Greifswald

23.08.2023

Taking DNA Swabs from Leaves Verifies Diversity of Wild Animals in Rainforests and the Risk of Transmission of Infectious Diseases to Humans

17.08.2023

How Major Volcanic Eruptions Influence the Temperature at an Altitude of 100 km

15.08.2023

Making Sustainability a Priority: Sustainability at the Heart of the International Summer School Hosted by MV’s Universities

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International Office

The International Office (IO) is the central point of contact at the University for all international issues. We coordinate international partnerships and the university’s cooperation projects, develop and implement programmes with international partners.

Stay connected in Greifswald

How can you stay connected in Greifswald? Check out the contact options listed here.

International Degree Courses

The University of Greifswald currently provides seven international degree courses that can be studied entirely in English.

International students at the Welcoming Session - photo: Kilian Dorner

International Statistics

The number of international students at the University of Greifswald has risen by more than 20 % since winter semester 2010/11, meaning that 744 international students from more than 90 countries are currently enrolled at the university.

International Profile

In the face of increasing globalisation, demographic developments and the worldwide competition for the brightest minds and limited means for research, the University of Greifswald sees the internationalisation of research and teaching as both an obligation and a chance. In order to make the most of this opportunity, the University of Greifswald cooperates with international partners in a global network, strengthens its collaboration with partner institutions and is continually expanding its international ties.