Universität Münster

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Universität Münster is an exchange destination for Utrecht University Bachelor and Master students of the faculty of Humanities in Münster, Germany. 

"The Universität Münster is a great university to study. The Dutch-German relations are very interesting. There are a lot of students and people who can speak Dutch and are very enthousiastic about Dutch people and the language" - experience from a former exchange student 

Student experiences

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General information for exchange students

Practical information for exchange students

Course information

Academic calendar

Semester I (Winter Semester): approximately October – February
Semester II (Summer Semester): approximately April – July

Academic calendar

Requirements

Language requirement: a minimum language level of B2 (CEFR) in English/German is required for courses on BA level. MA courses require a C1 level.

More information (also about German language courses) 
 

Areas of study open to exchange students

Languages. Subjects taught here include:

  • German Language and Literature
  • Dutch Language and Literature
  • English Language and Literature
  • History
  • Zentrum für Niederlande-Studien*

Students are allowed to take some of their courses within other faculties of the university. However, this has to be discussed with the programme coordinator of the agreement.

*: Door een semester aan het Zentrum für Niederlande-Studien in de vredesstad Münster te studeren, krijg je als student de mogelijkheid om een gedifferentieerde blik te vormen over de Duits-Nederlandse betrekkingen binnen Europa. Tijdens het semester word je persoonlijk begeleid door een team van Duitse en Nederlandse docenten die de multidisciplinaire vraagstukken van de cursussen vanuit verschillende invalshoeken bekijken. Studenten moeten zowel Duits als Nederlands voldoende beheersen (B2).

Courses at Master’s level

Yes

Language of instruction

Most courses are taught in German, only very few lectures and seminars are taught in English or other languages.
There are no additional courses for exchange students. Please make sure to acquire some German skills before you arrive to Münster. 

Housing assistance

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Estimated living costs per month

For most students in Germany, the main expense is the monthly rent: In Münster, please calculate € 300-500 per month for your accommodation. 

Other expenses are usually around €300-400 per month, depending on your lifestyle.

Every student is required to pay a so-called "semester fee" each semester. Semester fees cost €342 each semester

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Credits

Normal study load per semester: 30 ECTS 

Number of places available

5 places

Additional information

Website

Do you have any questions about this partner university or about studying abroad? Contact the International Office of the Faculty of Humanities (details below).