Current Information and Overview

Planungs‑Übersicht: Schritt‑für‑Schritt‑Planung Ihres Auslandsaufenthaltes

Your Path Abroad: We’ll guide the way. : Going Abroad Information Sessions

Next meetings for the stay abroad in the academic year 2027/28:

  • June 2026: Inspiration meeting with CogSci students with experience abroad. Target group: BSc. students in their 2nd semester and MSc. students
  • November 2026: The Mobility Office, together with the International Office, provides information about semester abroad opportunities, application procedures and funding. Target group: BSc. students in the 3rd semester and MSc. students

Application deadlines

Your stay abroad: Who can help you with which questions?

Your point of contact – from the Institute of Cognitive Science: : Mobility Office

  • Advises on abroad stays with respect to individual academic goals.
  • Reviews and recognises internships that are part of the mandatory abroad semester (and beyond).
  • Is responsible for the selection procedure for abroad semesters in Europe that applies specifically to students of the institute.
  • Develops new collaborations with partner universities in Europe at the faculty‑ or institute‑level.

The university's central point of contact for stays abroad : International Office

  • Provides overarching regulations, financial frameworks and administrative documents for all exchange programmes of the university.
  • Serves as the contact point for administrative matters that go beyond the purely academic side (e.g., general funding information).
  • Is responsible for the allocation of funding, for example through Erasmus+.
  • Handles the selection procedures for abroad semesters outside Europe.

Further information:

Both a semester abroad and an internship abroad are great for personal and professional growth, yet they offer distinct experiences. 

A semester abroad focuses on academic exploration and social immersion. It is your chance to dive into niche subjects, experience a new university culture, and build a global network of friends. This path is ideal if you want to broaden your intellectual horizons and develop independence within a vibrant student community.

An internship abroad focuses on professional application and career readiness. It bridges the gap between theory and practice, allowing you to gain hands-on experience in an international workplace. You will build a professional network, master industry-specific skills, and demonstrate the adaptability that modern employers value most.

 

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Semester abroad

Find the right place to study for your semester abroad in Europe via Erasmus+ or go worldwide to one of the Osnabrück Univerity's partners (HSP)!

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Internship abroad

Here you can find out what opportunities and funding options are available for internships abroad, and what schedule you need to take into account.

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FAQs about staying abroad

Do you have questions about studying abroad? You can find many answers here! If not, please contact the CogSci Mobility Office.