Welcome to the University of Konstanz
We are very pleased that you are interested in studying abroad in the Faculty of Sciences!
Everybody at the University of Konstanz was warm and friendly. I really loved the campus, cafés and study places. I also was super surprised how much professors loved what they did and enjoyed teaching.
In each of the six departments of the Faculty of Sciences, there are numerous offers for international students. Whether you come to the University of Konstanz for a study abroad programme or a research internship, you will encounter a warm and open welcoming culture across all sections. The Faculty of Sciences is characterized by international and excellent research with close supervision, personal advising within the departments, so that it is taken care of all your needs.
On this webpage you will find all possibilities for your stay abroad. The departments are in charge of any academic issues and the International Office will additionally support you in preparing your very individual stay abroad.
Are you wondering how life is as international student in Konstanz? Then have a look at this short image movie: Science in Paradise
Information of the Departments
Department of Biology
In the Department of Biology there is a wide range of courses on bachelor's and master's level, as well as the possibility of a research internship in a research group of a local researcher.
If you have any further questions, you can contact the Erasmus coordinator Dr. Sascha Beneke.
Department of Chemistry
In the Department of Chemistry, in addition to the courses offered in pure chemistry at the bachelor's level, there is also the possibility to study interdisciplinary courses such as Nano Science and Life Science.
If you have any further questions, please contact the Erasmus coordinator Jutta Gutser-Bleuel.
Department of Computer and Information Science
The Department of Computer and Information Science offers a wide range of courses in English at bachelor's and master's level, as well as a master's programme in Computer and Information Science, which is taught entirely in English.
If you have any further questions, please contact the Erasmus coordinators Maria Hesse and Katrin Winkler.
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
In the Department of Mathematics and Statistics you can attend courses from the Mathematics and Financial Mathematics programmes at bachelor's and master's level.
For further questions you can contact the Erasmus coordinator Volker Bürkel.
Department of Physics
The Department of Physics is characterized by a broad spectrum in research, from basic principles to cutting-edge applications, which is also reflected in the teaching at bachelor's and master's level.
If you have any further questions, please contact the Erasmus coordinator Anke Sieb.
Department of Psychology
In the Department of Psychology there are a variety of research groups with different research foci, which you can gain insight into during an exchange study.
If you have any further questions, please contact the Erasmus coordinator Serpil Hummel.
Information about internships at the University of Konstanz
In all departments of the Faculty of Sciences, research is conducted at a high level. Within the framework of a research internship, you have the opportunity to actively work in a laboratory or a research group. In this way, you can either further specialize in an area or broaden your scientific profile. The Welcome Centre of the University of Konstanz supports you in planning non-academic matters for an internship.
Offers of the International Office
The International Office provides you with an overview of all academic offers for international students at the University of Konstanz. Furthermore, you can get all important and necessary information about applying, studying and living in Konstanz. The Incoming Team of the International Office will be happy to help you by mail or in person.