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Programme Details
Programme Details
Minimum mark 60%
Level Undergraduate
Language/s B1 German required
Agreement Scope History Department exchange
Exchange Places 1 student place for 2025/26
Overview
Overview
About:
The University of Göttingen, officially known as the Georg -August University of Göttingen, is a public research university that was founded in 1734. It is one of Germany's historic and traditional institutions. It has a great reputation among universities in Germany and the world and recently, 44 Nobel prize winners have been affiliated with the University of Göttingen as alumni, faculty members or researchers.
Highlights:
The University of Göttingen has plenty to offer, from sports to student groups and the cultural activities such as the orchestra and the theatre. The university has many facilities like the cafeteria and the botanical gardens. Another highlight is the city of Göttingen itself, which is considered a university city and is known for landmarks like the Old Botanical Garden and the Gänseliesel, which is an iconic fountain featuring a statue of a little girl with a goose.
Location:
Göttingen, Lower Saxony, Germany
Academic information
Academic information
Courses / Modules:
Consult the course offer webpage for information on specific courses.
Credit (Full-time Load per semester):
You must take a full credit load while on exchange. The University of Göttingen uses the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) to show credit values. 30 ECTS is the equivalent to 60 York credits, and 60 ECTS is the equivalent to 120 York credits.
Teaching Periods:
Semester 1: October- February
Semester 2: April- July
Language:
B1 German required
Student life
Student life
Accommodation:
Exchange students can apply for a room in a student residence via the accommodation service. Check out the accommodation service webpage for more information. on student residences and other accommodation options.
Orientation / Welcome week:
Consult the introductory week for all international students webpage for information on welcome events.
Support Services:
Check out the accessible studies webpage and the linked webpages: Compensation for disadvantages, Study assistance and technical assistance, and Accessibility at the University of Göttingen.
Visas:
You may need a visa to study in Germany. If you are a UK National you must refer to the Gov.uk Travel Advice page for Germany and its Living in Germany guide to check on any visa requirements, and raise any queries directly with the relevant embassy/consulate. If you are not a UK national you should check equivalent advice for your home country.
The University of Göttingen recommends checking whether you require a visa on the Federal Foreign Office website.
Travel insurance:
If you complete the Travel Authorisation process and are approved by the University of York to participate in this programme, you will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Policy. This is a complimentary policy to cover you for the duration of your University of York mobility experience. Please refer to the Insurance website for all travel insurance queries. You may be required to obtain health insurance valid during your exchange.
Health insurance:
Students travelling to Europe may be able to apply for a free UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) or in some circumstances a new UK-issued European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which gives the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the EU. You are strongly recommended to obtain a GHIC / EHIC if eligible. To check your eligibility and find out how to apply if you are eligible, go to the NHS page on Applying for healthcare cover abroad (GHIC and EHIC).
Health insurance is mandatory for all students in Germany. Check out the University of Göttingen's health insurance coverage for international students webpage for more details.
Student experiences
Student experiences
Marian, Study Abroad in Germany, 2019-20
"Pushing myself to go to events and meet new people also really helped me settle in, especially now I feel like I have a good network of friends. Also immersing myself in the culture, such as trying new foods and drinks and participating in German holidays (such as Karnival) is definitely important!"
Have a look at some more student stories on the Global Opportunities website.
Top Tips for Studying in Germany
Top Tips for Studying in Germany
Please note: these tips have been provided by students who have studied abroad in Germany - Global Opportunities recommends that you use these as a guide only and do your own research on what is best for you.
Money and Banking:
Banking: Get a card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees so that you can take cash out easily without opening a bank account. There are several companies that offer these cards, such as Caxton, Starling, Monzo and Moneycorp.
Staying Connected:
Make plans: Going to International events is a good way to meet people, especially the trips the international desk organise early in the term. A great way to connect with people is also by joining clubs, groups and societies.
Call or send a postcard to your friends and family at home: A little thing like sending a postcard to your friends or family or having a quick catch-up on the phone can make all the difference and can help you feel a bit more settled.
Food:
Food shopping: Prices for groceries are relatively moderate in Germany and supermarkets are generally open from Monday to Saturday between 8:00 and 20:00.
Local food markets: You can also buy good quality fresh fruit and vegetables at very reasonable prices at your local market. In Germany, all shops are closed on Sundays. Petrol station shops and the shops near the train station are the only places that remain open during the night as well as on Sundays and public holidays.
Paperwork and bureaucracy:
Be organised: There will be a lot of paperwork to do throughout the year, so be as organised as possible! Make a list of things that need to be done and by when and start working your way through it as soon as you can. The earlier you do it, the better, as sometimes it can take quite a while for documents to be signed and approved.
Remember your supervisor: They are here to help! If you are struggling with the amount of paperwork, both your supervisor in York and your host insition are there to support you if you feel stuck or overwhelmed.
What I wished I'd known...:
Making the most of your experience: I wish I'd known that you never know if your time abroad is going to be unexpectedly cut short so make the most of every second.
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