Degree students

There are very good reasons to study in Paderborn. We have a wide variety of bachelor and master degree programmes on offer for international students. Many master programmes are taught in English. We are looking forward for receiving your application!
The staff International Office is happy to meet you in person, but please note the opening hours of the "Info Point" and comply to the rules for personal consultation.
To ensure that  e-mail inquiries are processed as soon as possible, please always quote your matriculation number (if available) and your full name when corresponding with the International Office. 

Study pro­grammes and de­grees

You want to know which subject areas you can study at Paderborn University

Eng­lish Mas­ter Pro­grammes

Would you like to study a Master's programme in English? You can find all our English programmes here.

Hous­ing, fin­ance and in­sur­ance

How much does it cost to study in Paderborn? What health insurance do I need? Where are scholarships available?

Spe­cial­ised ad­mis­sion re­quire­ments

What professional requirements do I need to fulfil? Which exams do I have to take? What certificates do I need?

Lan­guage re­quire­ments

Which language test must be taken before studying? What language level do I need to study?

Ap­plic­a­tion pro­ced­ure and dead­lines

What is the application procedure? Do I apply directly to the university or via Uni-Assist?

Form­al­it­ies and ser­vices

Information on enrolment, changing degree programmes and other university services.

Ger­man courses and more

You would like to acquire the language requirements for studying in German or improve your German language skills during your studies.

Spe­cial­ised study pre­par­a­tion

You would like to attend a preparatory college or preliminary courses because you still lack the specialised knowledge required for studying in Paderborn.

Refugees wel­come

You are a registered or recognised refugee in Germany from a crisis region and want to study in Paderborn.

Friends, job and pro­fes­sion

Project to integrate foreign students into the region and the regional labour market.

Ori­ent­a­tion

Information about studying at Paderborn University.