Information for international students Before your application

Before your application please visit the website of the International Office of the University Duisburg-Essen. There you can find an information brochure, an admission data base and deadlines for foreign applicants.

• International Office

Required documents Checklist

To make sure your application is complete use the checklist of the International Office.

• Checklist of required documents for foreign applicants

A place to stay in Duisburg & Essen Accommodation

Admission to study in Duisburg-Essen does not, as it is common in other countries, automatically include the offer for a room in a residence hall. Therefore, you have to acquire your accommodation on your own. There are several options:

• Apply to the student residence service in Duisburg & Essen
• Look for private offers in our web-forum

Preparing for studies Language courses

• Information on language requirements and preparatory German courses

After your application Before your entry

• Information on visa and a checklist for enrolment for foreign students