Calender of Events: International Affairs

Intercultural competences means more than just being polite. In an increasingly diverse world, understanding cultural differences — and navigating them with awareness and respect - is key. This interactive workshop offers tools to reflect on your own cultural lens, recognize potential misunderstandings, and build confidence in communicating across cultures.
 
Workshop Language: English

We meet to speak Italian once per month during the lunch break in the KIT campus south main canteen.

Vieni a parlare italiano in un'atmosfera semplice e spensierata, partecipa a KITaliano!
Ci incontriamo ai tavoli vicino all'uscita della linea 1 nella mensa del KIT (campus sud).

Learning German can be exciting and is often essential in everyday life – but it can also be challenging.
 
The German Conversation Group is not a traditional language course, but an open, weekly opportunity for international researchers at KIT to practise German and connect with others. The focus is on regular conversation practice, building confidence and meeting other international researchers.
 
All language levels are welcome.
No registration required.
 
What to expect 🗣️ Regular opportunities to practise speaking German
💬 Support with grammar questions and other language-related challenges
🤝 An open, welcoming and supportive international community
🌍 Opportunities to connect with researchers, doctoral researchers and postdocs with similar international experiences
👩‍🏫 Professional support from German language instructor Maike Schröder, who is available to provide guidance, explanations and helpful tips when needed

Our monthly information events offer:
Information on opportunities to study abroad with the ERASMUS+ program Explanations on application procedures, internal deadlines of the faculties, requirements and various funding options etc. Opportunity for questions and a Q&A segment

Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).

The excursion will take place on November 27, 2026, and is organized by the Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe. The program includes exploring the Alsatian capital, Strasbourg, with its unique blend of French and German culture. Afterwards, participants will visit the Strasbourg Christmas market. This varied day trip offers a great combination of history, culture, and festive Christmas flair.

On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the EGTC Eucor – The European Campus, a special anniversary concert will take place on November 28, 2026, in the Audimax of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). Various ensembles from the Eucor universities will jointly create a diverse musical program that is open to the interested public.

The Studierendenwerk Freiburg-Schwarzwald, in cooperation with the Franco-German hip-hop duo Zweierpasch, is offering a hybrid songwriting workshop. The event is aimed at students from universities and student services in Strasbourg, Mulhouse/Colmar, Basel, Karlsruhe, and Freiburg. The focus is on songwriting techniques, rapping, studio recording, and video clip production. To conclude the project, participants will perform their own song live. The project will take place from November 30 to December 20, 2026.

The Eucor Science Slam offers early-career researchers the opportunity to creatively present their research on stage through storytelling and performance workshops. The event series includes dates in Karlsruhe, Strasbourg, and Freiburg, followed by a grand finale on December 1, 2026.
 
Dates: 1 December 2026

Learning German can be exciting and is often essential in everyday life – but it can also be challenging.
 
The German Conversation Group is not a traditional language course, but an open, weekly opportunity for international researchers at KIT to practise German and connect with others. The focus is on regular conversation practice, building confidence and meeting other international researchers.
 
All language levels are welcome.
No registration required.
 
What to expect 🗣️ Regular opportunities to practise speaking German
💬 Support with grammar questions and other language-related challenges
🤝 An open, welcoming and supportive international community
🌍 Opportunities to connect with researchers, doctoral researchers and postdocs with similar international experiences
👩‍🏫 Professional support from German language instructor Maike Schröder, who is available to provide guidance, explanations and helpful tips when needed

Just arrived at KIT and feel like you missed a few important things? Don’t worry - we’ve got you covered.
 
Our Workshop for Latecomers is your fast-track guide to starting your studies at KIT with confidence. In just two hours, you will get the key information every international student needs to settle in and navigate university life.
We will cover four essentials for a smooth start:
 
Immigration & Enrollment – residence permit, housing registration, health insurance Home Sweet Home – tips for finding accommodation in Karlsruhe Academic Toolkit – CAS, KIT ILIAS and your KIT e-mail Social Life & Networking – meeting people and getting involved on campus  
Participation is free, but spots are limited to 20 students per session. Sign up via Campus Plus and secure your place. Please select the best session that fits you!

The International Buddy Program invites you to the International Café – a monthly event where you can meet new people, make international friendships, and discover different cultures in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Learn more about opportunities in Karlsruhe and throughout Germany while enjoying a pleasant evening with other students.
The House of Competence (HoC) and the Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe cooperate in this event and will be present with an information table to answer your questions and assist you.
Join our International Café on every first Wednesday of the month.
Please note that registration on ILIAS is required for this event! 

Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).

We meet to speak Italian once per month during the lunch break in the KIT campus south main canteen.

Vieni a parlare italiano in un'atmosfera semplice e spensierata, partecipa a KITaliano!
Ci incontriamo ai tavoli vicino all'uscita della linea 1 nella mensa del KIT (campus sud).

Learning German can be exciting and is often essential in everyday life – but it can also be challenging.
 
The German Conversation Group is not a traditional language course, but an open, weekly opportunity for international researchers at KIT to practise German and connect with others. The focus is on regular conversation practice, building confidence and meeting other international researchers.
 
All language levels are welcome.
No registration required.
 
What to expect 🗣️ Regular opportunities to practise speaking German
💬 Support with grammar questions and other language-related challenges
🤝 An open, welcoming and supportive international community
🌍 Opportunities to connect with researchers, doctoral researchers and postdocs with similar international experiences
👩‍🏫 Professional support from German language instructor Maike Schröder, who is available to provide guidance, explanations and helpful tips when needed

Learning German can be exciting and is often essential in everyday life – but it can also be challenging.
 
The German Conversation Group is not a traditional language course, but an open, weekly opportunity for international researchers at KIT to practise German and connect with others. The focus is on regular conversation practice, building confidence and meeting other international researchers.
 
All language levels are welcome.
No registration required.
 
What to Expect 🗣️ Regular opportunities to practise speaking German
💬 Support with grammar questions and other language-related challenges
🤝 An open, welcoming and supportive international community
🌍 Opportunities to connect with researchers, doctoral researchers and postdocs with similar international experiences
👩‍🏫 Professional support from German language instructor Maike Schröder, who is available to provide guidance, explanations and helpful tips when needed

Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).

The workshop will take place on December 11, 2026, in German and French at KIT. The event is aimed at students from Eucor universities. It focuses on intercultural exchange, discovering new perspectives, and meeting fellow students across cultural boundaries. The workshop will be conducted by the Centre Culturel Franco-Allemand Karlsruhe. Afterward, there will be a joint visit to the Karlsruhe Christmas market. Registration is open until November 27, 2026. The workshop is free of charge for students from Eucor universities.

Learning German can be exciting and is often essential in everyday life – but it can also be challenging.
 
The German Conversation Group is not a traditional language course, but an open, weekly opportunity for international researchers at KIT to practise German and connect with others. The focus is on regular conversation practice, building confidence and meeting other international researchers.
 
All language levels are welcome.
No registration required.
 
What to expect 🗣️ Regular opportunities to practise speaking German
💬 Support with grammar questions and other language-related challenges
🤝 An open, welcoming and supportive international community
🌍 Opportunities to connect with researchers, doctoral researchers and postdocs with similar international experiences
👩‍🏫 Professional support from German language instructor Maike Schröder, who is available to provide guidance, explanations and helpful tips when needed

Learning German can be exciting and is often essential in everyday life – but it can also be challenging.
 
The German Conversation Group is not a traditional language course, but an open, weekly opportunity for international researchers at KIT to practise German and connect with others. The focus is on regular conversation practice, building confidence and meeting other international researchers.
 
All language levels are welcome.
No registration required.
 
What to Expect 🗣️ Regular opportunities to practise speaking German
💬 Support with grammar questions and other language-related challenges
🤝 An open, welcoming and supportive international community
🌍 Opportunities to connect with researchers, doctoral researchers and postdocs with similar international experiences
👩‍🏫 Professional support from German language instructor Maike Schröder, who is available to provide guidance, explanations and helpful tips when needed

Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).

An opportunity to meet new people, escape the winter cold and indulge in some delicious traditional German snacks before the winter break.

The info session aims to provide basic knowledge for students that are interested in going abroad with a KIT Overseas Exchange Program and have not applied yet.
Let's address general questions about the programs and their respective requirements, as well as details on the application process and how to best prepare. 
This event will be in german language. 
Please review the information on our website beforehand - during the Info Session, we want to dedicate sufficient time to answer your questions.

Entdecken Sie Ihre Möglichkeiten und gestalten Sie Ihren Weg ins Ausland
Ein Auslandsaufenthalt kann das Studium bereichern, neue Perspektiven eröffnen und zur persönlichen Weiterentwicklung beitragen. Der Outgoing Day richtet sich sowohl an Studierende, die bereits konkrete Pläne für ein Semester oder Praktikum im Ausland haben, als auch an Studierende, die sich zunächst orientieren und herausfinden möchten, ob und welche Form eines Auslandsaufenthalts zu ihren persönlichen und studienbezogenen Zielen passt.

Das vielfältige Workshop-Angebot bietet Informationen, praktische Hinweise und persönliche Einblicke rund um die Planung und Gestaltung eines Auslandsaufenthalts. Darüber hinaus ermöglichen ausgewählte Formate, eigene Erwartungen, Wünsche und mögliche Hürden zu reflektieren und Orientierung für die persönliche Entscheidungsfindung zu gewinnen. Die Studierenden können sich ihr individuelles Workshop-Programm zusammenstellen und die Angebote auswählen, die für ihre jeweilige Situation und ihre Fragen besonders relevant sind.

Bei aktiver Teilnahme am gesamten Outgoing Day und dem Besuch von vier Workshops können Studierende 1 ECTS-Punkt im Bereich der Schlüsselqualifikationen erwerben. Der Erwerb eines ECTS-Punkts ist nicht verpflichtend. Auch Studierende, die keine Studienleistung benötigen, sind herzlich eingeladen, einzelne Workshops auszuwählen und am Outgoing Day teilzunehmen.

Ergänzt wird das Workshop-Programm durch gemeinsame Programmpunkte, die Raum für Begegnung, Austausch und Vernetzung bieten. Beim Poster Walk, in den gemeinsamen Plenumsveranstaltungen und in den Pausen haben die Studierenden Gelegenheit, mit anderen Studierenden, den beteiligten Einrichtungen und den Referierenden ins Gespräch zu kommen, Erfahrungen auszutauschen und neue Kontakte zu knüpfen.

We meet to speak Italian once per month during the lunch break in the KIT campus south main canteen.

Vieni a parlare italiano in un'atmosfera semplice e spensierata, partecipa a KITaliano!
Ci incontriamo ai tavoli vicino all'uscita della linea 1 nella mensa del KIT (campus sud).

Whether it happened in a lecture hall, the cafeteria, the library, on the subway, or at the supermarket - come and talk to others who have been through similar experiences in a safe space.
 
Note: The course will be held in German and English. No registration is required.
German students with a background of migration are also warmly welcome.

The info session aims to provide basic knowledge for students that are interested in going abroad with a KIT Overseas Exchange Program and have not applied yet.
Let's address general questions about the programs and their respective requirements, as well as details on the application process and how to best prepare.
The event will be in english. 
Please review the information on our website beforehand - during the Info Session, we want to dedicate sufficient time to answer your questions.

We meet to speak Italian once per month during the lunch break in the KIT campus south main canteen.

Vieni a parlare italiano in un'atmosfera semplice e spensierata, partecipa a KITaliano!
Ci incontriamo ai tavoli vicino all'uscita della linea 1 nella mensa del KIT (campus sud).

The info session aims to provide basic knowledge for students that are interested in going abroad with a KIT Overseas Exchange Program and have not applied yet.
Let's address general questions about the programs and their respective requirements, as well as details on the application process and how to best prepare. 
This event will be in german language. 
Please review the information on our website beforehand - during the Info Session, we want to dedicate sufficient time to answer your questions.

We meet to speak Italian once per month during the lunch break in the KIT campus south main canteen.

Vieni a parlare italiano in un'atmosfera semplice e spensierata, partecipa a KITaliano!
Ci incontriamo ai tavoli vicino all'uscita della linea 1 nella mensa del KIT (campus sud).