Embedded Files
Programme Details
Programme Details
Minimum mark 60%
Level Undergraduate
Language/s B1 German required
Agreement Scope Physics and Education departmental exchanges
Exchange Places 2 full year Physics student places for 2025/26
Education student places for 2025/26 to be confirmed
Overview
Overview
About:
The University of Münster is a public research university located in the city of Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany. With more than 43,000 students and over 120 fields of study in 15 departments, it is Germany's fifth largest university and one of the foremost centres of German intellectual life.
Highlights:
Thanks to its extensive range of degree programmes, multifaceted research profile, and the atmosphere and quality of life in Münster, the University attracts students and researchers from Germany and around the world. Münster itself is one of Germany's most appealing smaller cities, with a 1,200-year history, a town centre that blends the medieval with the modern, and the lively atmosphere that comes from having a university with 39,000 students.
Location:
Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Academic information
Academic information
Courses / Modules:
The University of Münster offers a wide variety of courses, some of which are taught in English. For more information about the courses offered, visit this link.
Credit (Full-time Load per semester):
You must take a full credit load while on exchange. The University of Münster 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:
Winter semester tends to begin at the start of October, with the semester ending late March. Summer semester tends to begin at the start of April, with the semester ending late September.
Language:
German language level of at least B1 is required, although some of the modules offered by the University of Münster are taught in English
The University of Münster offers an intensive German course at the start of their academic year.
Student life
Student life
Accommodation:
The University of Münster is not a campus university and does not operate its own residence halls, but there are several options for incoming students, such as flatshares or other private residence halls. For more information on accommodation in Münster, visit this link.
Student services:
The International Office is the first point of contact for exchange students and can provide advice on a range of matters. In every faculty there are designated subject coordinators who can answer questions on academic matters. See the Academic Advice page for more details. The University of Münster also offers support for students with disabilities, and gives more details on their Studying with a disability page. The Buddy Programme offers you the chance to team up with a student mentor who can answer your questions and help you get acquainted with Münster and the University.
Welcome week:
At the beginning of each semester, the International Office of the University of Münster organises a Welcome Week for all exchange students. The programme introduces you to the important facilities of the University and explains the formalities of academics and life in Münster.
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.
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).
Student experiences
Student experiences
Amy, Study Abroad in Germany
"I have enjoyed the whole Erasmus experience. It has been a fantastic year and I have had the chance to do so much more than I would have if I had stayed at York."
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 the University of Münster or by former exchange students- 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:
Costs and Financing: The University of Münster details costs and financing on their website, where they outline information on the expenses of university study and various consultation and support services available at the University. For more information on costs and financing, visit this link.
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:
Groceries: Prices for groceries are relatively moderate in Germany and supermarkets are generally open from Monday to Saturday between 8:00 and 20:00.
Supermarkets: generally I went to Rewe, Aldi or Lidl, and I didn't eat out often. there are a lot of Kebab shops, and there is a good Vietnamese takeaway near the station.
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 institution 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.
Learning German: I wish I'd have learnt more German, so that I would have been less intimidated to make friends with the German people I met on the trip, and learning German wouldn't have been something else on the to-do list.
Useful links
Useful links
The University of Münster social media links:
Facebook: @wwumuenster https://www.facebook.com/wwumuenster/
Instagram: @wwu_muenster https://www.instagram.com/wwu_muenster/?hl=en
Twitter: @WWU_muenster https://twitter.com/WWU_Muenster?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
If you find any broken links, please email us at global-opportunities@york.ac.uk
Contact Global Opportunities
Contact Global Opportunities
Global Opportunities - Find us in Derwent College
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter @GoGlobalUOY
Click here to make a virtual appointment to speak to one of our advisors
Page updated
Report abuse