Münster is situated in the north west of Germany an hour away from the Dutch border. The winters are relatively mild and snowfall is unusual. The University of Münster is ranked in the top 200 university’s worldwide according to the THE rankings showing a high standard there.
Who can study here?
The following subject areas have an exchange partnership with this university:
- History
- Law
Spaces are not guaranteed, can be limited and all students on a semester/year abroad programme are subject to a university-wide, competitive selection process.
Important information
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COSTS: The cost of living in Munster will vary depending on the type of accommodation you select and your lifestyle. More information on cost of living can be found here.
VISA: You may need a visa and/or residence permit for your stay in Germany, please refer to the German Embassy website to find out if you should apply before you travel. Your host university will provide you with the most up to date visa and immigration information.
ACCOMMODATION: Student accommodation is in high demand and the University does not operate residence halls of its own. Exchange students can apply for a room in a student hall of residence operated by the Studierendenwerk Münster. Due to a limited number of rooms, you should apply as soon as possible and before the end of July.
HEALTH INSURANCE:
You will be required to purchase mandatory health insurance for your time at Munster. More information can be found here.
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