Syrian students on International Day - photo: Katrin Heyding

Refugees

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 refugees 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.

Student Offers for Refugees

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.

Intercultural Café

Intercultural Café

People of all ages and nationalities are welcome to meet new people over cake and coffee, table tennis and board games. The Intercultural Café takes place every Wednesday, alternating between the Klex youth centre and the St. Spiritus socio-cultural centre in Greifswald.
ParaGreif

ParaGreif

Greifswald law students at ParaGreif e.V. advise refugees and others on questions relating to civil and asylum law. The legal advice is free of charge.
Information from the district

Information from the district

On the following page, the district publishes up-to-date information for refugees from Ukraine and for people who want to help.
Offer of help for people psychologically affected by the war of aggression against Ukraine

Offer of help for people psychologically affected by the war of aggression against Ukraine

Psychosoziale Unterstützung für belastete Studierende und Mitarbeitende sowie Angehörige mit ukrainischen aber auch russischen und belarusischen Wurzeln