Direktkooperationen

Auf der Basis langjähriger Zusammenarbeit hat das KIT mit verschiedenen internationalen Hochschulen bilaterale Kooperationsverträge abgeschlossen. Diese ermöglichen KIT-Studierenden, ein Auslandssemester oder Auslandsjahr an einer Partnerhochschule im Ausland zu verbringen, ohne dass Studiengebühren gezahlt werden müssen.

Diese Möglichkeit besteht für KIT-Studierende an den folgenden Partnerhochschulen:

Argentinien

Instituto Tecnológico Buenos Aires (ITBA)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Engineering, Technology and Management
Fields of study	All open to exchange
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Most courses at ITBA are taught in Spanish. Students should have learned Spanish for two years or have an equivalent of a B1-level in Spanish. If students do not fulfill this requirement, they have to successfully pass an intensive Spanish language course at ITBA to be accepted. More information
Courses	Students need to reach 12 ITBA credits per semester. More information
Semester dates	March – July (Semester 1); August – December (Semester 2)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Information for foreign students	Fact Sheet Website Exchange Students
Number of students for exchange	approx. 4/year

Universidad de Buenos Aires (FIUBA)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Engineering
Fields of study	only at the Facultad de Ingenieria
Participating campuses	All open to exchange, undergraduate and graduate level
Language and other requirements	All courses at ITBA are taught in Spanish. Spanish level B1+ (certified according to the Common European Framework of Reference)
Courses	Course Catalogue
Semester dates	1st semester: March to July 2st semester: August to December
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt Students may enter as tourists and manage their Students Residence visa application process under FIUBAs direction upon arrival. More information will be provided during the application process at FIUBA.
Information for foreign students	Instructivo Subject election Programs of Subjects Academic calendar
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/year

Universidad Tecnológica Nacional (UTN Cordoba)

Short description of the institution	The National Technological University has two characteristics that distinguish it from the rest of the national college system: UTN is the only university in the country whose academic structure has engineering as a priority. UTN is federal in nature, covering all regions of Argentina. It has 30 Regional Colleges/ Campus, a Higher National Institute of Technical Teachers, one Academic Unit and extensions geographically distributed throughout the territory of Argentina.
Profile of partner institution	It is important to remark that, since the creation of the National Technological University –Law 14.855 in 1959 - over 82,000 professionals have been graduated from its 15 degree programs. Moreover, geographical coverage translates into an absorption capacity of students - 85,000 students - 66,000 engineering students, equivalent to more than 40% of all engineering students in the country. The UTN academic offer in numbers: 10 PhDs; 21 Master's degree; 28 Specializations; 17 Degree Careers; 109 Accredited Degree Courses; 21 Bachelor's degree Cycles; 55 Undergraduate technique careers The research and technological development efforts of the UTN are empowered by the collaboration with other public and private universities, and through agreements with national and provincial science and technology promotion agencies. More than 1800 teacher-researchers with graduates and students carry out the projects, which are distributed in 14 thematically organized programs with research and development priority.
Fields of study	Engineerings
Participating campuses	30
Language and other requirements	Spanish (B1)
Courses (Course catalog link)	http://utn.edu.ar/secretarias/academica/planes.utn
Semester dates	1st Semester: March to August 2nd semester: August to December
Visa Information	http://www.rrii.utn.edu.ar/?page_id=1398
Information for foreign students	https://utn.edu.ar/es/secretaria-rrii
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3/year
Official Webpage	http://www.utn.edu.ar/ https://utn.edu.ar/es/secretaria-rrii

Australien

University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Short description of the institution	UTS is a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney. One of Australia’s leading universities of technology, UTS has a distinct model of learning, strong research performance and a leading reputation for engagement with industry and the professions. UTS is the top ranked university in Australia in the 2018 THE Young University Rankings.
Profile of partner institution	Focus Business, Engineering, IT, Science, Design and Architecture, Communications; and Health.
Fields of study	Most areas of study are open for exchange, with the following exceptions: Not available Nursing clinical and Education placements Midwifery all Graduate Health subjects MBA Executive Chinese Medicine Engineering internships Limited availability Animation and Media Arts Production
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Applicants have to prove a sufficient knowledge of the English language. TOEFL (internet-based) 79 DAAD Certificate in combination with English Language Proficiency Assessment Form (ELPA)
Academic requirements	GPA better than 2.5 on a 4.0 Scale or "C"
Courses	Exchange students have to receive 18-24 credits per semester. The *Study Abroad and Exchange Subject Guides* at the following link provide an overview of popular subjects and guidance on how to navigate the online Handbook: Step-by-step-guide to finding subjects
Semester dates	March– June (Autumn Semester) July – November (Spring Semester) Please note students studying Education subjects may be required to commence in February, instead of March.
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional Information for exchange stundents	International Students Fact Sheet Quick Guide
Number of students for exchange	Approx. 3/year

Brisbane - Queensland University of Technology (QUT)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Business, Engineering, Science and Technology ()
Fields of study	All open to exchange, undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	TOEFL minimum of 90 points or DAAD language certificate minimum of B2 level. Be advised that the DAAD language certificate is not listed on the QUT website under valid english language proficiency tests, but is still valid due to an agreement between QUT and KIT. More information
Courses	The approved unit lists for inbound study abroad and exchange (STAE) students. These lists provide specific guidance on what students can study at QUT in our upcoming semesters. There are two distinct groups of approved units: 1. Approved study units = All students can study these units, regardless of your academic background. 2. Units requiring approval = You can only enrol in these units if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. The Australian government requires for Exchange students a minimum of 3 courses per semester (36 credits). The normal number of courses at QUT is 4 courses per semester (48 credits). More information
Semester dates	February – June (Semester 1); July – November (Semester 2) Academic calendar
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Application procedure	Application procedure Applicants need a minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 2.5 on a 4 point scale.
Additional Information for exchange stundents	Exchange Guide International Students Guide https://www.qut.edu.au/international https://www.qut.edu.au/
Number of students for exchange	Approx. 2/year

Brasilien

Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Engineering. (More information)
Fields of study	All open to exchange, undergraduate and graduate level (More information: UFRJ_CAMPUSES.pdf)
Language and other requirements	Sufficient knowledge of the Portuguese language, because most of the courses at UFRJ are taught in Portuguese. (More information)
Courses	Course Catalogue
Semester dates	March – July (Semester 1); August – December (Semester 2)
Visa information	Auswärtiges Amt and Student Visa Registration Guide
Information for foreign students	International Students Office
Additional information for exchange students	Practical information
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3/year

Centro Universitário da Faculdade de Engenharia Industrial (FEI de São Paulo)

Short description of the institution	The Centro Universitário FEI, is formed by high-profile teaching staff and courses strongly focused on theoretical knowledge and experimental/practical activities providing the students excellent development conditions in their areas of study. The campuses located in São Bernardo do Campo and São Paulo offer excellent infrastructure, which comprises a computerized library with several databases available, laboratories with high technology equipment and research, and computer centers. The Centro Universitário FEI encourages the development of teaching and academic projects by students and professors.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Administration, Engineering, Technology and Innovation. More information
Fields of study	All open to exchange, undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	All open to exchange; The São Paulo campus only offers courses in Business Administration (undergraduate, master and doctorate). All the other programs, including also undergraduate in Business Administration, is offered in the São Bernardo do Campo campus.
Language and other requirements	Sufficient knowledge of the Portuguese Language. All the courses at FEI are in Portuguese. In order to follow the classes an intermediate/advanced level in Portuguese language is strongly recommended. No Celpe-Bras proficiency test is required.
Courses	Course Catalogue
Semester dates	February – June (Semester 1); August – December (Semester 2)
Visa information	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	International Students Office Factsheet Institutional Video Brochure (PDF)
Number of students for exchange	approx.3/year

Universidade de São Paulo (USP)

Short description of the institution	Universidade de São Paulo is one of the largest and most important institutions of higher education and research in Brazil and Latin America. Founded in 1934, USP is a public state institution and has campi placed in eight cities spread throughout the state of São Paulo.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Business, Humanities, Science and Engineering
Fields of study	All open to exchange, the School of Architecture and Urbanism and the School of Economics, Business and Accountancy are not recommended due to a large number of applicants
Participating campuses	All open to exchange, USP has campuses in seven different cities
Language and other requirements	Sufficient knowledge of the Portuguese language (minimum B1), because most of the courses at USP are taught in Portuguese. (More information)
Courses	Large number of applicants in the School of Architecture and Urbanism and the School of Economics, Business and Accountancy, therefore the students are recommended to concentrate on other subjects. (More information)
Semester dates	February – June (Semester 1); August – December (Semester 2)
Visa information	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	International Cooperation Office Overview Brochure Factsheet Brochures/statistics ready to download
Number of students for exchange	Approx. 3/year

Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP) - Vertragsverlängerung in Abstimmung; vorauss. Plätze für 2020/21 verfügbar

Short description of the institution	Universidade de São Paulo is one of the largest and most important institutions of higher education and research in Brazil and Latin America. Founded in 1934, USP is a public state institution and has campi placed in eight cities spread throughout the state of São Paulo.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Science, Economics and Engineering
Fields of study	All open to exchange, undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	All open to exchange (Link)
Language and other requirements	Portuguese is the language of instruction at UNESP. Some internship programs can be offered in English. Students must have sufficient knowledge of Portuguese or Spanish to be able to attend our courses. (4 semesters of academic Spanish / Portuguese or a level B2 certificate)
Courses	International courses in Agricultural Sciences, Alternative Energy, Dentistry, and Literature and Linguistics Undergraduate Courses
Semester dates	February - June (Semester 1); August – November (Semester 2)
Visa information	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	Fact Sheet Application Instruction unsep Overview International Students Guide International Courses Graduate Program
Number of students for exchange	Approx. 3/year

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS)

Short description of the institution	The Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, UFRGS (Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul) is a century-old educational institution nationally and internationally recognized. It is centered in Porto Alegre – the capital city of the State of Rio Grande do Sul – and it offers academic programs from all different fields of knowledge, for all stages of education, ranging from elementary to graduate school. More than 30 thousand people circulate its facilities in search of receiving one of the top 10 most qualified educations in Brazil. This, combined with its leading research programs and expressive community outreach, grants UFRGS to be ranked among the best universities in the country.
Participating campuses	Areas and number of places for undergraduate exchange students are described in the agreements, available at Link. For graduate students, the requirements to apply to MDs or PhDs vary for every graduate program. Please visit the website http://www.ufrgs.br/ufrgs/ensino/pos-graduacao/mestrado (for MD) or http://www.ufrgs.br/ufrgs/ensino/pos-graduacao/doutorado (for PhD) and contact directly the Graduate Program Coordination (Programa de Pós-Graduação) in order to verify application and admission conditions and procedures.
Language and other requirements	An intermediate level of Portuguese is strongly recommended, since all the classes are held in Portuguese. However, UFRGS offers a course of Portuguese as a second language to its international students with competitive prices.
Courses	List of undergraduate programs
Semester dates	March - July (Semester 1); August - January (Semester 2)
Visa information	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	Useful information after arrival Information for MD Information for PhD Fact Sheet 2019
Number of students for exchange	Approx. 4/year

Chile

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC)

Profile of partner institution:	Focus on Business, Science, Economics, Architecture and Engineering
Fields of study	all open to exchange, except Medicine and Music; undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Spanish proficiency Level B2 because most of the courses at UC are taught in Spanish.
Academic requirements	GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 score
Courses	Undergraduate students should complete in one semester between 30 and 50 UC credits (most of the courses at UC are 10-credit courses). Exchange students are allowed to register for courses from different areas. Course book
Semester dates	March – July (Semester 1) August – December (Semester 2)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt Bewerbung Visa More Information
Information for foreign students	Fact Sheet http://relacionesinternacionales.uc.cl/en/ Undergraduate Exchange Program UC Virtual Campus Tour
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/year
Offical Webpage	http://www.uc.cl/

Universidad de Chile (UChile)

Profile of partner institution:	Focus on Business, Science, Economics and Architecture
Fields of study	all open to exchange undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Certificate proving command of Spanish language to at least B1 level, or 6 semester of Spanish language studies
Courses	Catalogue
Semester dates	Early March – Mid July (Semester 1) Late July – early December (Semester 2)
Information for foreign students	Factsheet English Factsheet Español International Students Office Programa de movilidad estudientil
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/year
Offical Webpage	http://www.uchile.cl/english

Universidad de La Frontera (UFRO)


Profile of partner institution	Focus on Business, Science, Economics and Engineering
Fields of study	all open to exchange; undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Sufficient knowledge of the Spanish language (4 semesters of academic Spanish or a level B2 certificate), because most of the courses at Frontera are taught in Spanish.
Courses	Catalog
Semester dates	March – July (Semester 1) August - December (Semester 2)
Information for foreign students	International Students Office Fact Sheet Furhter Information (English) Furhter Information (Spanish) I Further Information (Spanish) II
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3-4/year
Offical Webpage	http://en.ufro.cl/

Universidad de Concepción (UDEC)

Bild

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Business, Science, Economics and Engineering
Fields of study	all open to exchange; undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Sufficient knowledge of the Spanish language (4 semesters of academic Spanish or a level B2 certificate), because most of the courses at UDEC are taught in Spanish.
Courses	Course list; Undergraduate Programmes
Semester dates	March - July (Spring Semester) August - December (Fall Semester)
Information for foreign students	Information for foreign students
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/year
Offical Webpage	http://www.udec.cl/pexterno/

Universidad Austral de Chile (UACh)

Bild Bild

Short description of the institution	Universidad Austral de Chile UACh is a private University founded in 1954. It is located in Valdivia, south of Chile. It has beautiful campuses in Valdivia, one called Isla Teja and the other Miraflores, and 3 others in Puerto Montt, Osorno and Coyhaique (Chilean Patagonia).
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Business, Science, Economics and Engineering and Humanities
Fields of study	Forestry Sciences and Philosophy & Humanities, undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	Isla Teja (Valdivia)
Language and other requirements	Sufficient knowledge of the Spanish language (4 semesters of academic Spanish or a level B1 certificate). B2 highly recommended. Most of the courses at UACH are taught in Spanish. (Only exception)
Courses	Courses
Semester dates	February - July August - December
Visa	Bewerbung Visa Auswärtiges Amt
Information for foreign students	Information for foreign students
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3-4/semester
Official Webpage	http://www.uach.cl/internacional/principal/movilidad http://international.uach.cl/

Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María (USM)

Bild Bild

Short description	Founded in 1931, the USM is recognized as one of Latin America's best universities for its scientific and technological excellence. The USM is a Nonprofit Private Foundation, with the character of private university, belonging to the Chilean Universities President Council (CRUCh). In the latest Times Higher Education (THE), the USM was ranked in the range 251-300 (1st in Latin America and Chile). Its professionals are as valued for their leadership as they are for their broad knowledge in science and the humanities. To study at USM is a unique and unforgetable opportunity, for international students and Chilean students alike. The USM offers 84 programs at Undergraduate (17.000 students) and Postgraduate level (3.000 students). Its institutional accreditation given by CNA-Chile is for 6 years (2016-2022).
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Engineering, Science and Technology. Although humanistics courses are also offered. (More information)
Fields of study	all open to exchange; undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	Valparaiso (main campus) and Santiago (San Joaquin and Vitacura).
Language and other requirements	Spanish B1 (CEFR) with a certified test (for example DELE). Alternatively, Spanish B1 proficiency can be provided by KIT via having completed corresponding language courses or via a certificate from the language center at KIT.
Courses	Catalogue
Semester dates	March – July (Semester 1) August – December (Semester 2)
Information for foreign students	International Office Factsheet (english) Factsheet (spanish) promo video
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/semester
Offical Webpage	http://www.usm.cl/

Universidad de Santiago de Chile (USACH)

Profile of partner institution:	Focus on Business, Science, Economics and Engineering
Fields of study:	all open to exchange; undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses:	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements:	Sufficient knowledge of the Spanish language (3 semesters of academic Spanish or a level B2 certificate), because most of the courses at USACH are taught in Spanish.
Courses	Catalog
Semester dates	March – July (Semester 1) August – December (Semester 2)
Information for foreign students	International Students Office
Number of students for exchange	approx. 10/year
Offical Webpage	http://www.usach.cl/en Formuar Spanish Infoblatt FAQ

China

Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT)

Profile of partner institution:	Focus on Management, Science and Engineering.
Fields of study:	all open to exchange, undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses:	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Sufficient knowledge of the Chinese language, because most of the courses at BIT are taught in Chinese. BIT cannot accept Chinese students with Chinese Nationality. If the student has a German Passport, he may be recruited as exchange student. BIT opens more and more courses that are taught in English for bachelor and master students. So it accepts students who want to take courses taught in English.
Courses	Courses for Undergraduates
Semester Dates	September – January (Fall Semester), February – July (Spring Semester)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Further Information for exchange stundens	International Students Office Admission Book
Number of students for exchange	approx. 4/year
Offical Website	http://english.bit.edu.cn/

Tsinghua University (THU)

Exchange students with Chinese nationality cannot apply.

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Management, Economics, Science and Engineering.
Fields of study	all open to exchange, except the Department of Art, Design and Sport, undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Applicants, who are interested in visiting courses taught in Chinese, need a HSK certificate with band 5. Applicants, who are interested in visiting courses taught in English, need a proof of fluent English. KIT students with Chinese nationality can not apply.
Courses	Most of the courses are taught in Chinese, some departments also offer courses in English: School of Economics and Management, Department of Civil Engineering, Department of Industrial Engineering, School of Life Sciences, School of Journalism. Courses hosted by Academy of Arts and Design and Physical training courses are not open for Exchange students. (More information) Courses in English
Semester dates	September – January (Fall Semester) February – June (Spring Semester)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Further Information for exchange stundens	International Studens Office School of Economics Fact Sheet THU Fact Sheet
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3/semester

Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Economics, Science and Engineering.
Fields of study	Undergraduate and graduate level. KIT exchange students can apply to all academic fields at SJTU except courses in Medicine and MBA Program, EMBA Program, MIB Program, Master of Finance. Antai College of Economics and Management does not accept master level students from the University-level exchange programs.
Participating campuses	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	SJTU offers an increasing number of English-taught courses. Knowledge of Chinese is not required. TOEFL Minimum Score: 90
Academic requirements	GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 Score
Courses	For the available English course list, you may take a look at this website.
Semester dates	September – January (Fall Semester) February – June (Spring Semester)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Further Information for exchange stundens	Factsheet International Students Office
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/year

University of Michigan - Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU)

Profile of partner institution	The UM-SJTU Joint Institute (JI) was jointly established by Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the University of Michigan in 2006. Focus on Engineering
Fields of study	Undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	UM-SJTU offers all courses in English. All interested students are welcome to apply. Knowledge of Chinese is not required. TOEFL minimum: 88
Courses	Available courses you can findhere
Semester dates	September – December (Fall Semester) May – August (Summer Semester)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Further Information for exchange stundens	Website Factsheet
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/year

Tongji University (Shanghai)

Exchange students with Chinese nationality cannot apply, which also includes students from Taiwan, Hongkong and Macao. This also applies to students with two nationalities.

Bild Bild

Short description of the institution	Tongji University is a key research-intensive university in China and has a history dates back to 1907 when German doctor Erich Paulun established Tongji German Medical School in Shanghai. Currently the university has grown into a comprehensive and internationally known university with ten major disciplines, i.e. sciences, engineering, medicine, humanities, law, economics, management, philosophy, arts and pedagogy.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Economics, Science and Engineering.
Fields of study	all open to exchange; undergraduate and graduate level (but not all subjects offer courses in English, please check it with the program coordinator before your application)
Participating campuses	all open to exchange; 2 Main campuses in Shanghai: Siping Campus: Siping Road 1239 and Jiading Campus: Cao'an Highway 4800 Language requirements: Sufficient knowledge of the Chinese language is advised, because many of the courses at Tongji are taught in Chinese. Courses in English and German are also offered. Exchange students with Chinese nationality cannot apply. This also applies to students with two nationalities.
Language and other requirements	The School of Economics and Management (SEM) requires additional qualification: - Academic Transcript from Home University: GPA 3.0 and above (full mark is 4)，corresponding to 3.75 of 5 in Tongji University - English Proficiency: TOEFL Internet-based 79
Courses	Tongji offers more and more courses in English and German every semester. Not all the colleges and all majors of Tongji University offer courses in English. For more information on courses in advance, please refer to the English course list or contact Ms. Wang Yiyang, International Office Tongji University. Exchange Students can only choose courses from the college/department they are registered in. The International School offers general courses about Chinese Culture and Chinese language courses for all international students (within 6 credit points free of charge).
Semester dates	September – January (Fall Semester) February – July (Spring Semester)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Information for foreign students	International Students Office None-Degree Exchange Programmes Fact Sheet
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/year

Dalian University of Tecnology (DLUT)

Profile of partner institution	The Dalian University of Technology focuses on Economics, Science and Engineering.
Fields of study	Students in the fields of science, engineering and technology; undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	all open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Knowledge of the Chinese language is recommended.
Courses	For Chinese Learning: Students are expected to undertake 22~24 hours of compulsory courses and 2~8 hours of selective courses per week from Monday to Friday.
Semester dates	September – December (Fall Semester); March - July (Spring Semester)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Information for foreign students	Factsheet International Students Office International brochure
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2-5/year

Hongkong

Chinese University of Hongkong (CUHK)

Short description of the institution	The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a leading comprehensive research university. It has a total of 61 departments under the Faculties of Arts, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, and Social Science. CUHK is the only university in Hong Kong with a college system. Each undergraduate student is associated with one of the nine Colleges. The Colleges are responsible for informal learning, and for academic and cultural immersion for students. CUHK is committed to general education and whole-person development. The spacious 137-hectare campus is Hong Kong’s largest university campus and offers an inspiring and ever-changing view of Tolo Harbour and the hills beyond.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Economics, Science and Engineering. CUHK has identified four strategic areas of research: China Studies Translational Biomedicine Information and Automation Technology Environment and Sustainability
Fields of study	all open to exchange; with the exception of professional courses offered by the Faculty of Education, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Medicine, and the MBA programmes.
Participating campuses	The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong
Language and other requirements	English TOEFL ibt 71 DAAD Sprachzertifikat. Knowledge of the Chinese language is not necessary. KIT students with Chinese nationality can also apply.
Courses	Applicants need a minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.0 on a 4 point scale. The courses in the faculty of Business Administration and Faculty of Law are very popular; therefore applicants should be flexible in their course choices. Exchange students are requested to receive 9-18 credits per semester. (More information)
Semester dates	September – December (First Semester, including final examination) January – May (Second Semester, including final examination)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Further Information for exchange students	International Students Office Official Website Fact Sheet
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2/year

City University of Hong Kong (CITYU)

Fields of study, Departments:	From Business, liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering to Energy and Environment and Law. Selected courses offered by each College/School will be open for exchange students.
Short description of the institution:	The University was is one of eight government-funded degree ranting tertiary institution. It offers 50 bachelor degree programs and is ranked Place 55 on the QS World University Rankings.
Language and other requirements	Minimum language requirement: TOEFL 79 (internet-based test) or Chinese Mainland’s College English Test Band 6(total score ≥ 450), if English is not the medium of instruction at your institution. No acceptance of the DAAD Sprachzertifikat.
Courses	Course Catalogue
Semester dates	September - December ( Semester 1) January - May (Semester 2) More information
Visa	Visa Information can be found on www.immd.gov.hk and www.cityu.edu.hk/gso. Students are encouraged to apply for student visa to Hong Kong via CityU. CityU may act as local sponsor of exchange students who are accepted for admission and meet Hong Kong visa application requirements. Visa Information
Additional information for exchange students	Factsheet http://www.cityu.edu.hk/gso/
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2-3/year

Indien

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Science and Engineering.
Fields of study	Fact sheet
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Good English knowledge, language of instruction: English
Courses	Academics Courses
Semester dates	July – December (Semester 1); January – May (Semester 2); Calender
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Information for foreign students	International Relations Fact Sheet
Number of students for exchange	approx. 5 / year

Israel

Technion, Israel Institute of Technology (Technion)

Bild Bild Bild

Short description of the institution	Technion is one of the world’s leading institutes of science and engineering in Israel and the world, consistently ranked among the world’s top 50. Technion International offers students from countries around the world an opportunity to join Technion academic programs in science and technology taught entirely in English.
Profile of partner institution	Focus is on Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Entrepreneurship
Fields of study	Courses at Technion are taught in Hebrew with courses offered by Technion International in English in Civil and Mechanicel Engineering. Graduate level courses are also available for those students who meet the requirements.
Participating campuses	Main campus, Haifa
Language and other requirements	TOEFL - minimum score: 80 – or equivalent level on DAAD certificate for students whose language of instruction at school was not English. If students wish to take courses on undergraduate level at faculties other than Civil and Mechanical Engineering, then knowledge of Hebrew on B2 is required. The language of graduate level courses (including other faculties as well) may be changed to English with the approval of the lecturer.
Courses	Winter semester abroad Summer semester abroad
Semester dates	October – February (Winter Semester) March - July (Spring Semester)
Visa Information	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	Fact Sheet with Contact web-based fact sheet Student Guide Information for foreign students
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2-3 / year

Japan

Kyoto University

Profile of partner institution	Comprehensive university for all Humanities/Social and Natural Sciences
Fields of study	All open to exchange except medical studies
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	At Kyoto University there are two types of Exchange Programs. Applicants for the KUINEP Program (Undergraduate) need a TOEFL certificate, most of the courses are taught in English. Applicants of the General Exchange Program (Undergraduate/Graduate) need also a 1st Level Japanese certificate, because most of the courses are taught in Japanese. For applicants only interested in visiting courses taught in English, they can also apply with a minimal knowledge of Japanese.
Courses	Undergraduates have to take 7 courses per semester. Graduate students are asked to take 4 courses per semester. Graduate students have also the possibility to stay without taking any courses lectured in a classroom and are able to do research. (Special Research Student Program). Upon approval by the home university, students interested in the Special Research Student Program shall directly contact the provisional academic advisor under whom they wish to conduct their research and request the issuance of a letter of provisional acceptance.
Semester dates	October – March (Semester 2), April – September (Semester 1)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	International Students Office
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3 / year

The University of Tokyo (School of Engineering)

Profile of partner institution:	School of Engineering
Fields of study:	School of Engineering, undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses:	All open to exchange; Hongo campus and Komaba campus in Tokyo and Kashiwa campus in Chiba
Language and other requirements:	Undergraduate applicants need a JLPT1-level certificate. Graduate applicants do not need a proof of Japanese, but knowledge of Japanese is recommended. (More information)
Courses:	Most of the courses are taught in Japanese. Especially Graduate courses are also taught in English. (More information)
Semester dates:	September - March (Winter Semester), April - August (Summer Semester)
Links:	Online Application Student Exchange Program Flowchart of EAP Exchange Program Global Initiative Visa information
Number of students for exchange	Approx. 2-3 / year

Osaka University

Fields of study	Letters, Law, Foreign Studies, Economics, Human Sciences, Science, Medicine, Allied Health Sciences, Dentistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, Engineering Science, Language and Culture, International Public Policy(OSIPP), Information Science and Technology, Frontier Biosciences Institutes of Microbial Diseases, Scientific and Industrial Research, Protein Research, Social and Economic Research, Joining and Welding Research
Language and other requirements:	Varies by program - typically TOEFL iBT 80+ for English; JLPT N1 or N1 for iExPO Japanese-based program; N3-N4 for Maple language program
Links:	Courses Information for foreign students Official Webpage Fact Sheet
Semester dates	Fall&Winter: Late September to February (15 course work weeks) Spring&Summer: April to August (15 course work weeks)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Number of students for exchange:	approx. 4 / year

Tohoku University

Bild Bild

Short description of the institution:	Tohoku University has been committed to its "Research First" principle and "Open Door"policy for over a century, earning international recognition for both educational and research excellence. The university continues to find ways to improve lives around the world, by grooming the next generation of leaders, and arming them with the most innovative technology that the world’s best research teams can produce.
Profile of partner institution:	Comprehensive Research University, famous for the strength in the field of Science and Engineering. (More information)
Fields of study:	All open to exchange, undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses:	All open to exchange (More information)
Language and other requirements:	Applicants for the JYPE, COLABS and IPLA Programs need a proof of fluent English language, but knowledge of Japanese is recommended. Undergraduate applicants for the DEEp Program need a JLPT 1- Levels/A1 certificate. DEEP-Bridge is an exchange program for students in humanities and social sciences who have a TTBJ/SPOT 65 score or higher. (More Information)
Courses:	Most of the courses in the JYPE, COLABS and IPLA programs are taught in English. Most of the courses in the DEEP program for undergraduate are taught in Japanese. The number of COLABS applicants has been increasing and it is becoming quite a competitive program. After successful application for exchange program at KIT and nomination by KIT to Tohoku University, students interested in COLABS program are therefore required to 1. Find a prospective academic supervisor in the preferred field. 2. Contact potential academic supervisor to get their consent with a COLABS Consent of Acceptance Request Form. 3. Inform your program coordinator at KIT (cornelia.@kit.edu and overseasXvc8∂intl kit edu) once you receive consent from your prospective academic advisor. 4. Then complete application for exchange students at Tohoku University through T-cens. 5. Q&A
Semester dates:	Summer: April - September Winter: October - March
Links:	Visa information International Support Office Information for foreign students Exchange programs University Guide Pocket Guide
Number of students for exchange:	Approx. 2 / year

Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST)

Profile of partner institution	Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST) is a Japanese national university founded in 1991, located in Kansai Science City, a border region between Nara, Osaka, and Kyoto. The university's objectives are to conduct cutting-edge research in frontier areas and to train students to become tomorrow's leaders in science and technology.
Fields of study	All open to exchange, only Graduate level students Information Science and Engineering Data Science Computational Biology Intelligent Cyber-Physical Systems Biological Science Bio-nano technology Materials Science and Engineering
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Applicants only need proof of English fluency, but knowledge of Japanese is recommended.
Courses	Division for Global Education Exchange students are mainly accepted to receive research instruction at a lab in NAIST.
Semester dates	October - February (Winter Semester), April –August (Spring Semester)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	International Students Office Guideline for Application NAIST Guidebook promo video
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3 / year

Kanada

University of Waterloo

Short description of the institution	Canada’s most innovative university. For 60 years, the University of Waterloo has been challenging conventions and turning heads. It has taken innovation beyond a buzzword and made it their identity. The University of Waterloo is designed to help you succeed in your academics, career, and life. Their 100+ world-ranking programs are infused with experiential learning opportunities to help you apply the knowledge you gain in real-world scenarios. They also offer extensive student services to help you adjust to university life in Canada and ensure you stay healthy and balanced throughout your studies. Waterloo is home to 6 distinct teaching faculties and more than 65 departments and schools. Faculties include: Applied Health Sciences, Arts, Engineering, Environment, Mathematics and Science.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Mechanical Engineering and Chemical Engineering
Student Life	Waterloo offers more than just classes. Go beyond academics and enjoy one of the largest campus recreation programs in Canada. Join any of our 300+ clubs, teams, or student interest groups. Our fitness facilities, athletics clubs, intramural sports, varsity teams and drop-in classes are available to help you stay in shape while connecting with other students.
Fields of study	All open to exchange
Participating campuses	Exchange students are invited to study at the main campus in Waterloo and the campus in Cambridge (School of Architecture). UWaterloo’s other campuses in Stratford and Kitchener are not open for exchange students.
Language and other requirements	Undergraduate Applicants need a Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) score minimum 90 overall; 25 on the writing and speaking section. Graduate Applicatants required scroes vary depending on the department one may want to attend. Please view here for more information.
Courses	Undergraduate The full-time course load is 5 courses per term (equivalent to 2.5 credits) with a minimum of 3 courses per term (equivalent to 1.5 credits). Most of the courses are assessed as a credit of 0.5 and are approximately 39 teaching hours per term. Some courses may include supplementary tutorials (TUT) or labs (LAB) in addition to lectures (LEC). One undergraduate course at 0.5 credits is equivalent to 6 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). Details of specific credit weights and teaching hours per course are available via undergraduate schedule of classes Graduate One graduate course at 0.5 credits would be equivalent to approximately 9-10 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). Details of specific credit weights and teaching hours per course are available via graduate schedule of classes. Most of the courses are assessed as a credit of 0.5 and are approximately 39 teaching hours per term. Some courses may include supplementary tutorials (TUT) or labs (LAB) in addition to lectures (LEC).
Semester dates	September - December (Fall Semester) January - April (Winter Semester) May – August (Spring Semester)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	Student Success Office Exchange Viewbook
Number of students for exchange	approx. 1 / year

Korea

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

Bild Bild

Short description about KAIST	Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, founded in 1971, has been the gateway to advanced science, technology and innovation. In order to meet the new demands of producing young talents who care for global citizenship and social responsibility, KAIST now offers cross-disciplinary academic and research. KAIST strives to address global challenges facing humanity through competitive research innovation and convergence.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Science, Engineering and Economics
Fields of study	All open to exchange, restriction for Business School
Participating campuses	The main campus, which is open to exchange students, is located in Daejeon and covers most of the courses and departments at KAIST. KAIST Seoul Campus (College of Business) is not open for exchange students.
Language and other requirements	Applicants need a TOEFL iBT 80 or equivalent DAAD language certificate. Applicants need a minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.0 on a 4.3 point scale. (More information)
Courses	Courses are taught in Korean and English. If there is at least one foreigner in the courses, the professor may teach in English. On the university's homepage applicants can find courses taught in English. Online course catalogue
Semester dates	September - December (Fall Semester), March – June (Spring Semester), July – August (Summer Semester)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	International Students Office Student Handbook International Students Fact Sheet
Number of students for exchange	approx. 5 / semester

Seoul National University (SNU)

Short description of the institution	Seoul National University(SNU) has achieved a great deal in its 70-year history. As an indisputable leader of higher education in South Korea, SNU is known for the outstanding achievements made by the school itself as well as by its graduates.
Profil of partner institution	www.useoul.edu/
Fields of study	Undergraduate studies Graduate studies Restriction for exchange students
Participating campuses	Exchange students are invited to study at Gwanak (main) campus.
Language and other requirements	Applicants need a minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale. Please note: due to a high number of applications, students who apply to SNU College Business Administration (CBA) might get rejected during the internal screening procedure of SNU.
Courses	Online Course Catalog
Semester dates	September – December (Fall semester); March – June (Spring semester)
Visainformation	Please note that each student should directly contact the Korean embassy for visa application. Students can get general info on visa at this website Auswärtiges Amt: Visa information
Website for foreign students	http://oia.snu.ac.kr (Korean) http://en.snu.ac.kr (English) Factsheet (English)
Additional information for exchange students	http://oia.snu.ac.kr/page/exchange_program_faq.php On-campus housing Off-campus housing Please note: Starting from Spring 2020's admission the Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) has decided to control the numbers of accepted exchange students on the undergraduate-level, due to lack of cousre capacity and placement. Undergarduate applicants for CSE must have earned at least 15 credits in CSE related courses (1 credit corresponds to 15 lecture hours or 30 lab hours). This must be explicitly shown on the official transcript. If not, additional proof must be prepared by the student. Please note: Applicants on the Graduate Level have to have completed at least one semester of their master programme. Exchanges during the first master semster are not possible.
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2 / year

Mexiko

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)

Bild Bild

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Physics, Mathematics and Engineering Sciences; Biological, Chemical and Health Sciences; Social Sciences and Humanities and Arts (More Information)
Fields of study	Physics, Mathematics and Engineering Biological Sciences and Health Social Sciences Humanities and Arts All open to exchange; undergraduate and graduate level; with restrictions on medicine/veterinary medicine: More information and check: https://www.unaminternacional.unam.mx/de
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Document proving an advanced level of Spanish, equivalent to level B2 of the Common European Framework for Languages (if applicable).
Courses	Most of the courses are taught in Spanish.
Semester dates:	January - June (Spring Semester) August - December (Fall Semester)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Links	Fact Sheet International office Website Information for foreign students Official Website
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3 / year

Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo Léon (UANL)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Science, Engineering and Economics (More information)
Fields of study	All open to exchange
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Sufficient knowledge of the Spanish language (minimum B2), most of the courses at UANL are taught in Spanish. (More information)
Courses	Most of the courses are taught in Spanish (Courses)
Semester dates	January – June (Spring Semester 1) August - December (Fall Semester 2) (Deadlines for applications differ every semester)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Information for foreign students	International Students Office Offical Website International Students Office Requirement Infomation
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3 / year

Russland

Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU)

Bild Bild

Short description of the institution	Tomsk Polytechnic University is one of the leading technical Universities of Russia with a rich history and highly developed study facilities. About 1000 international students from 40 countries currently attend TPU.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Science, Engineering and Economics
Fields of study	All open to exchange; undergraduate and graduate level
Participating campuses	All open to exchange
Language and other requirements	Applicants need a proof of fluent English language (minimum B1, DAAD language certificate or TOEFL euivalent) and a sufficient knowledge of Russian is recommended.
Courses	Courses are taught in Russian and English. (Course Catalogue)
Semester dates	September – December (Fall Semester), February – June (Spring Semester)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Information for foreign students	Exchange Program Guide Application Form Accademic calendar Accommodation
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3 / year

Singapur

National University of Singapore (NUS)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Science, Engineering and Informatics
Fields of study	Selected undergraduate modules are open to exchange students. Business and Law modules are not available. Therefore, students in Industrial Engineering and Management should prepare to focus on courses in Engineering. Suitable for students in their second and third year of undergraduate studies.
Participating campuses	Available courses for exchange students are found on NUS’ main campus at Kent Ridge
Language and other requirements	English is the main language of instruction in NUS. Applicants need a DAAD language certificate or TOEFL certificate for their application at IStO.
Courses	List of undergraduate modules available for exchange students are found here. The list is updated every March and August. Exchange students need to secure at least three Modules ( worth a total of 12 NUS Credits) per Semester in order to maintain the Student's Pass. Modules from the Department of Economics are extremely popular and cannot be guaranteed. Students should be choosing Level 1000 to 3000 modules. Courses of level 2000 and 3000 (equivalent to 2- or 3-year undergraduate) are normally open for Exchange students. Majority of the Level 4000 modules are reserved for graduating NUS students and have limited supply. Level 5000 and 6000 modules are usually not open to exchange students. The list of restricted modules can be found here (PDF) . (More information) For more information on modules, please refer to the following links: Info sheet Academic matters
Semester dates	August - December (Semester 1); January – May (Semester 2)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt Application Guide
Information for foreign students	Fact Sheet NUS Global Relations Office, Student Exchange
Number of students for exchange	approx. 1 / year. Only 1 semester place for 2020/21, no year long stay.

Taiwan

National Taiwan University (NTU)

Short description of the institution	National Taiwan University (NTU) is Taiwan’s flagship university. It was established in 1928 and has since been recognized as a global leader in research and education. NTU is ranked 38th worldwide for academic reputation and 76th for QS World University Ranking 2018.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Liberal Arts, Science, Social Sciences, Medicine, Engineering, Bio-Resources & Agriculture, Management, Public Health, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Law and Life Science.
Fields of study	All open to exchange NTU has 11 colleges which houses 56 departments and 112 graduate institutes, more than any other universities in Taiwan (more information)
Participating campuses	All open to exchange, NTU main campus locates in the middle of Taipei city. Most exchange students take courses here. Taipei is rich in leisure and recreation, cultural arts, heritage sites, and other attractions, it enjoys a superb geographical position and traffic environment. Upmarket shopping malls, multistory electronics centers and modern-traditional fusion dining are all connected by an MRT system regularly voted the best in the world. Taipei is convenience defined, with more 7-Elevens per capita than any place on Earth.
Language and other requirements	Applicants need to have at least B1 level of English on DAAD language certifcate of TOEFL equivalent; or Chinese proficiency according to CEFR.
Courses	Courses are taught mainly in Chinese and English. Exchange Students need to get at least 4 NTU credits per semester. NTU provides free Chinese courses (General & Enhancing) for exchange students. Course information and Free Chinese Courses Information
Semester dates	September – January (Fall Semester), February – June (Spring Semester)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt Bureau of Consular Affairs
Information for foreign students	Office of International Affairs Student Handbook Fact Sheet Overview for Exchange Student Program Overview for Visiting Student Program
Number of students for exchange	approx. 5 / year

National Tsing Hua University (NTHU)

Short description of the institution	NTHU is a renowned comprehensive research university in Taiwan and has established strategic partnerships with more than 300 universities globally.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Sciences, Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Technology Management Education & Arts
Participating campuses	Located in HsinChu City
Language and other requirements	N/A
Courses	Courses are taught in English and Mandarin (More information)
Semester dates	September – January (Fall Semester), February – June (Spring Semester)
Links	Visa information, Information for foreign students, Additional information for exchange students
Number of students for exchange	approx. 3 / year

USA

University of Kansas (KU), Lawrence Campus

Bild

Short description of the institution	Located on a scenic campus in the center of the United States, the University of Kansas (KU) is a comprehensive research and teaching university with nearly 200 undergraduate majors. The university earns excellent ratings in the top college guides. For more than a decade, the Fiske Guide to Colleges has awarded KU four‐star ratings in all categories – academics, quality of living, and social life. KU is famous for the natural beauty of its campus, the high quality of its academic programs, reasonable cost, and diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Business, Humanities, Science, Engineering and Economics
Fields of study	all open to exchange, Exchange students typically take courses in the following fields: Applied English Center; Architecture, Design & Planning; Arts (Visual Art, Film, Theatre and Dance); Business; Engineering; Journalism & Mass Communications; Liberal Arts (Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences)
Participating campuses	Lawrence, Kansas – Lawrence campus only
Language and other requirements	Internet‐based TOEFL certificate. More information
Courses	Undergraduate students are required to receive 12-15 credits per semester. Graduate students are required to take 9-12 credits per semester. (Online Course catalogue, more information)
Semester dates:	January - May (Spring Semester); May – August (Summer Semester); August - December (Fall Semester). Exchange students are only accepted for the fall or spring semesters or the academic year (August – May).
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	International Students Service Exchange Student Information Orientation Information
Number of students for exchange	approx. 1 /year

University of Georgia (UGA)

Profile of partner institution	Focus on Humanities, Science, Engineering and Economics
Fields of study	Mechanical Engineering and other open fields of study
Participating campuses	Athens campus (main campus)
Language and other requirements	Applicants need a TOEFL iBT 80 certificate.
Courses	Schedule of Classes offered per semester. UGA bulletin for course descriptions/Syllabus/Prerequisites Courses in Business, International Affairs, Journalism, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Engineering, Public Health, Forestry and Natural Resources, Arts and Sciences, Education, Environment and Design, and Family and Consumer Sciences available. Some course restrictions may apply. Exchange students are not permitted to take courses in Law, Pharmacy, and Veterinary Medicine.
Semester dates	August - December (Fall Semester), January - May (Spring Semester)
Visa	Auswärtiges Amt
Additional information for exchange students	UGA Exchange Program (StudyAway Website) Program Applications Global Engagement website
Number of students for exchange	approx. 2 / year

Purdue University (PU) - Wieder einen Platz für 2020/21!

Bild Bild

Short description of the institution	Purdue University is committed to student success, changing how classes are taught with greater focus on faculty-student interaction and creative uses of technology.
Profile of partner institution	Focus on Humanities, Science, Engineering and Economics, not all fields are open for exchange
Fields of study	This exchange program is open to students in most fields. There are some fields that are not open to exchange students: aviation technology, education/pedagogy, some health sciences specialties, pharmacy and veterinary medicine. The School of Management doesn't accept graduate students. Students with no chance to apply for the GEARE program (Mechanical Engineering) are preferred for the exchange program.
Participating campuses	West Lafayette
Language and other requirements	Applicants need a minimum TOEFL iBT 79. Students intending to enroll as graduate students: TOEFL scores must be no more than two years old at the time of admission by the Graduate School. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA equivalent to a U.S. 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (above average grades).
Semester dates	August - December (Fall Semester), January - May (Spring Semester)
Links	Visa information Courses Course Registration International Students Application Process
Number of students for exchange	approx. 1 / year

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK)

Fields of study	Exchange Program with "Graduate Teaching Assistantship" (GTA) for students in Germanistik
Participating campuses	Knoxville
Information of the Exchange Program	Information of Exchange program
Additional information for exchange students	International Students Office
Number of students for exchange	approx. 1 / year