Syrian students on International Day - photo: Katrin Heyding

Asylum Seekers

Students and prospective students who have been forced to flee their own countries are welcome in Greifswald and receive support for any issues related to studying, their legal rights and social matters.

German language courses – photo: Kilian Dorner

Preparatory German Language Courses/DSH

In preparation of studies at the University of Greifswald, we provide you with the opportunity to take part in German language courses/DSH for free.

Guest students in Greifswald - photo: Kilian Dorner

Free Admission for Guest Students

The University of Greifswald invites asylum seekers to get to know the University and attend regular classes as guest students.

Language courses in Greifswald

German Language Courses During your Studies

The Department of Teaching German as a Foreign Language provides German language courses, intensive courses and subject-specific language courses during term time.

Students in the city - photo: Till Junker

Degree-Seeking Students

You can study for a degree at the University of Greifswald. Further information on this topic is available on the International Office’s webpages.

Contact

The International Office (IO) is the central point of contact for all international issues. Together with the Department of Teaching German as a Foreign Language, the International Office provides an extensive language, support and cultural programme.

Telephone Office Hours

  Lecture period Non-Lecture period
Tuesday 9.30 a.m. – 12.00 p.m. 9.30 a.m. – 12.00 p.m.
  2.00 – 4.00 p.m. 2.00 – 4.00 p.m.*
Thursday 9.30 a.m. – 12.00 p.m. 9.30 a.m. – 12.00 p.m.
  2.00 – 4.00 p.m.  
Personal appointments by prior arrangement    

Student Offers for Asylum Seekers

You can take part in the various events hosted by Greifswald International or the offers provided to the general public by student and local initiatives.

Greifswald hilft

Greifswald hilft is a society that supports asylum seekers. From advice related to the asylum seeking procedure, to childcare, a bicycle or just someone to play football with. Greifswald hilft will be pleased to help.

Intercultural Café

People of every age and any nationality are more than welcome to get to know new people at coffee and cake and whilst playing table tennis and board games. The Intercultural Café takes place every Wednesday, alternating between the Jugendzentrum Klex and the St. Spiritus Socio-Cultural Centre in Greifswald.

ParaGreif

ParaGreif e.V. is a society comprising law students from Greifswald that advise asylum seekers and others in questions related to civil and asylum law. The legal advice is free.