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Programme Details
Programme Details
Minimum mark 60%
Level Undergraduate
Language/s B2 German required
Agreement Scope Language & Linguistic Science
Exchange Places 3 full year places for 2026/27
Overview
Overview
About:
The University of Regensburg, founded in 1962, is located on a modern campus at the southern edge of a historic city dating back to the Roman Ages. The university provides a broad variety of disciplines alongside excellent teaching facilities across its campus.
Highlights:
The old town of Regensburg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has the status of the 'only authentically preserved large medieval city in Germany'. Regensburg offers a wide variety of cultural and historic attractions, but with a growing student population, the city also offers many bars, cafés and restaurants for young people to enjoy.
Location:
Regensburg, Bavaria Germany
Academic information
Academic information
Courses / Modules:
The University of Regensburg offers a wide variety of courses. 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 Regensburg 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 lectures starting mid-October. Lectures usually finish early February with the semester ending late March. Summer semester tends to begin at the start of April, with lectures beginning late April. lectures usually finish in late July, with the semester ending late September.
Language:
German language level of at least B2 is required. The University of Regensburg offers an intensive German language course. For more information about the preparatory German course visit this link.
Student life
Student life
Accommodation:
Exchange students can apply for a room in a student residence through the online application portal for exchange students. The International Office is usually able to find a room for all exchange students as long as they have applied within the official application deadlines. For more information about student residences, visit the University of Regensburg Accommodation page. Information about private accommodation is also provided.
Student services:
The University provides a series of online resources including campus activities, health services and student support on its Living in Regensburg pages, and its UR for Everyone page gives more information about the support the university offers for students with additional needs.
Orientation course:
The University of Regensburg offers a compulsory orientation course to help you settle into life as a Regensburg student. For more information about the orientation course visit this link.
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, University of Regensburg
"I have enjoyed the whole Erasmus experience. ...Not only have I travelled and seen so many wonderful places, I have also made some great friends from different countries and backgrounds that I am already looking forward to meeting up with again."
Learn more about Amy's experience in Regensburg by visiting this link.
Top Tips for Studying in Germany
Top Tips for Studying in Germany
Please note: these tips have been provided by the University of Cologne 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:
Monthly budget: the estimated cost of living per month for a student in Regensburg is around € 850, including rent. Visit this link for a cost breakdown per month.
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.
On-campus: There is a canteen and several cafeterias at the university. For information about eating on-campus visit this link.
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: That I wouldn't be spending as long as I hoped there - you never know what'll happen. So go all out all the time, because it could end when you least expect it!
Useful links
Useful links
The University of Regensburg social media links:
Facebook: @UR.Regensburg https://www.facebook.com/UR.Regensburg/
Instagram: @uni.regensburg https://www.instagram.com/uni.regensburg/?hl=en
Twitter: @uni_regensburg https://twitter.com/uni_regensburg?lang=en
If you find any broken links, please email us at global-opportunities@york.ac.uk
Contact Global Opportunities
Contact Global Opportunities
Global Opportunities - Drop in and see us at Derwent College D/A/023, Tuesdays-Thursdays 11-1pm
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter :@GoGlobalUOY
Book a virtual appointment with one of our advisors: Emily or Stephanie, or email global-opportunities@york.ac.uk for further support.
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