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Experience a semester abroad with Interrail

Study abroad

A semester abroad? Or would you prefer a whole year? An experience abroad during your studies is an enriching experience both on a personal and professional level.​

Experience a semester abroad with Interrail

Studying abroad broadens your horizons, increases your career prospects, enhances your intercultural skills and improves your language skills. You will also get to know students from all over the world and make friends for life.

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Advantages of a semester abroad

Get to know the benefits
  • Personal growth :
    A semester abroad strengthens your independence and self-confidence as you find your way in a new environment and overcome challenges on your own. You will be challenged to leave your comfort zone and explore new, unknown paths. These situations promote your resilience and strengthen your ability to deal with change. Physical distance gives you new perspectives on your own values and goals and helps you develop personally. 
  • Academic benefits: :
    At our partner schools, you will have the opportunity to experience different teaching methods and content that will help you expand your academic knowledge. You will also improve your language skills through everyday life, contact with fellow students, and language courses on site. New academic challenges give you the chance to look at your studies from a different perspective.
  • Increase career opportunities:
    A semester abroad is a valuable asset on your CV, as employers value international experience and intercultural skills. By working with people from different cultures, you will improve your teamwork and communication skills. You will learn to negotiate effectively and solve challenges in an intercultural context. You will build a global network that can open professional doors for you and get to know potential international job markets. This experience will make you more attractive professionally and help you stand out from other applicants.
  • Gain cultural experience:
    Living in another country allows you to immerse yourself deeply in its culture and experience traditions, festivities, and everyday life. You form new and lasting friendships with students from all over the world, which broadens your horizons. You will also discover the culinary specialties of your host country, which is an enriching and enjoyable experience.

Our partner network
Our partner network includes universities all over the world that offer you a wide range of study opportunities. Whether Europe, Asia, America or Australia - our partner schools assist you in gaining international experience as well as valuable academic and cultural insights.

Application process*

  1. Inform yourself and choose your desired destination/partner school: Visit our world map and get an overview of our partner schools. You are also welcome to contact the International Office of your School to find out about possible destinations.
  2. Contact the International Office of your School to receive the link to the Mobility Online Tool.
  3. Internal application via Mobility Online Tool: Use your Switch edu-ID. Depending on the degree program, different documents are required (transcript of records, letter of motivation, proof of language proficiency, etc.).
  4. Nomination by the International Office: As soon as your application has been accepted, the International Office will nominate you to the desired partner school.
  5. Application to the partner school: Once you have been nominated, you will be contacted by the partner school and informed about the further process. In most cases, this will also include an application, as we will not forward any of your documents.
  6. Inform the International Office of the partner school's decision.
  7. Prepare yourself as soon as possible for your stay abroad (visa process, accommodation, travel, etc.)
     

*This application process may vary depending on the school you are studying at.


How we support you:

  • Information events: Our International Offices or the degree programs organize information events in your School about a semester abroad. Ask your International Office when the next event is taking place.
  • Advice: You are welcome to visit the International Office of your School and ask for advice about your stay abroad. We will be happy to help!

Ready to start your adventure?
The International Office of your School will be happy to support you:

School of Engineering and Architecture

School of Business

School of Computer Science and Information Technology

School of Social Work

School of Design, Film and Art

School of Music