Intercultural preparation for your semester abroad

For those who would like to gain intercultural experience before their stay abroad or would like to get involved in the intercultural field after their own experience abroad, there are a number of programmes available.

In addition, students who are unable to spend time abroad also have the opportunity to improve their language skills and intercultural competence through various intercultural programmes.

Buddy programme

The Buddy Programme offers international degree-seeking and exchange students a helping hand during the settling-in phase.

The buddies, experienced students from the University of Erfurt:

  • help the international students on their arrival
  • show them their first routes on campus
  • show them their study city
  • help them to make contacts
  • support them with questions and challenges

Buddy programme

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Swap Shop

Swap Shop

You couldn't bring any household items from abroad? No problem!

The Swap Shopis a sustainable exchange centre for household items. International students who come to Erfurt to study can borrow household items there for the duration of their stay. The puzzle box is located in the basement of C07 - teaching building 2, room 3b (-112).

Sample items (subject to availability!):

  • Cups and glasses
  • Pots and pans
  • Plates and bowls 

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University group International Campus Erfurt

International Campus Erfurt (ICE) was founded in 2013. ICE works closely with the International Office and is committed to

  • the increased involvement of international students in socio-cultural activities
  • the internationalisation of campus life

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Learning languages as a team

The Language Learning in Tandem project is organised by the Language Centre. In tandem, two people can support each other in learning a language. Tandem learning is a form of open learning in which two people with different first languages work together to teach each other the other language.

Advantages:

  • individual time management
  • free choice of topics
  • flexible learning
  • linguistic and intercultural exchange

Tandem programme

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Café International - Journey around the world

Café I is an event organised by the Studierendenwerk Thüringen. Typically, a student presents an aspect of the respective country, culture or language. Typical dishes from the country are also brought along.

What does Café I offer?

  • interesting presentations and networking with other students
  • typical dishes from the country
  • traditional dances

The Café International programme is organised by student scouts from Erfurt's universities.

When does it take place? Every Tuesday at 8 pm during the lecture period

Where does it take place? Cafeteria Hörsaal 7 (University of Erfurt, Campus, C02 - Administration Building)

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AEGEE

The AEGEE university group at the University of Erfurt is part of the Europe-wide AEGEE network (Association des Etats Généraux des Etudiants de l'Europe / European Students' Forum), which campaigns for the interests of young people in Europe and promotes their growing together.

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