The university is located in Bamberg in Bavaria an hour north of Nuremberg and under 2 hours from the Czech border. A large part of the town has been declared a UNESCO world heritage site. Winters are cold with temperatures in the minuses summers are generally warm. There are plenty of outdoor activities for students to get involved in away from the University.
Who can study here?
The following subject areas have an exchange partnership with this university:
- Translation/German
Spaces are not guaranteed, can be limited and all students on a semester/year abroad programme are subject to a university-wide, competitive selection process.
Important information
ACADEMIC YEAR: Runs from October to mid-July.
COSTS: The cost of living in Bamberg will vary depending on the type of accommodation you select and your lifestyle. More information on cost of living can be found here.
VISA: You may need a visa and/or residence permit for your stay in Germany, please refer to the German Embassy website to find out if you should apply before you travel. Your host university will provide you with the most up to date visa and immigration information.
ACCOMMODATION: Student residences are available and the International Office at Bamberg can assist in finding you a room. You will need to submit the "Wohnen in Bamberg" form and send it to the International Office before the deadline.
HEALTH INSURANCE: You will be required to purchase mandatory health insurance for your time at Bamberg. More information can be found here.
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