Good to know

Here you can find some interesting information regarding your stay!

 

The Center for International Relations (ZIB) and the International Office

In  the beginning the organizational  tructure at the University of Cologne might seem a bit confusing. You will be in touch with the central International Office of the University of Cologne and us, the Center for International Relations at the Faculty of Human Sciences.

The ZIB (Center for International Relations) is the Center for most of the International aspects at the Faculty of Human Sciences. We work on the internationalisation of research and teaching for the Human Sciences. We are also coordinating most of the international activities here at the Faculty and are taking care of international students, teachers, and research guests. We are strongly cooperating with the central International Office of the University of Cologne.

Regarding your Erasmus+ stay the International Office will be in charge of the whole application and registration process, while the ZIB at the Faculty of Human Sciences will help you with everything that is related to the Faculty, i.e. your courses, Learning Agreement etc.

 

ERASMUS Student Network

The ERASMUS Student Network (ESN) is a student association which provides exchange students with local support and organizes cultural and social events in Cologne.

 

Buddy Program

The first days in a new city and at a new university can be really overwhelming. In order to help you settle in Cologne and at the University, we will provide you with a Buddy. A Buddy is a local student who is happy to help you with all kinds of questions regarding your stay. Moreover, your Buddy can help you improve your language skills and show you student life in Cologne. Most of the students have also made the experience of being an ERASMUS student abroad, and she or he will be happy to meet you!