Study in Berlin as an exchange student!
Are you enrolled at one of the partner universities of SRH University of Applied Sciences Berlin and would like to spend one or two semesters studying with us? We look forward to welcoming you!
How do I apply?
STEP ONE:
Contact the International Office at your home university to obtain a nomination to study at SRH. They will inform you of the requirements for the participation in the exchange program, and inform us of your intention to submit an exchange application.
STEP TWO:
Prepare your application documents:
o Current Transcript of Records
o Passport Copy (photo page only)
o Curriculum Vitae
o Learning Agreement (please discuss your course choices with the Departmental Coordinator at your home university)
o Nomination Letter from your home university
All application documents must be prepared in English. Application deadlines: May 31 for the fall/winter semester, and October 31 for the spring/summer semester.
You have three options to submit your application documents:
By Email: ulrike.scharmann@srh-hochschule-berlin.de
By Fax: +49 (0)30 922 535 57
By Mail: SRH University Berlin/International Office, Ernst-Reuter-Platz 10,
10587 Berlin, Germany
STEP THREE: Speak with the German Embassy in your country to find out visa requirements. If you have questions or need help with this, please contact our Visa Services representative, Gloria Thiller.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is May 31 for fall/winter semester and October 31 for the spring/summer semester. Please note we will only process complete applications. We gladly accept early applications.
What happens after I submit my complete application?
Within two weeks after receiving your complete application, we will start reviewing your documents. You will receive an email from us should there be a problem with your application or in case we have any questions. Once your application has been approved, we will sign your Learning Agreement and issue an official Acceptance Letter. Both documents will be scanned and emailed to you. We will also mail the originals to the International Office of your home university. Should you require a study visa for Germany, we will additionally send a “Zulassungsbescheid” which you will need for the visa process.
Do I need a visa for my stay in Berlin?
Citizens of the European Union, of EEA states or of Switzerland: You may enter Germany and study here without a visa.
Non-citizens of the European Union, of EEA states or of Switzerland: You must apply for an entry visa for study purposes at the German Embassy in your home country BEFORE you come to Germany.
Please contact the German Embassy in your home country to find out whether or not you need a visa. They will also be able to inform you about the visa application process, rules and regulations as well as all other related information. Keep in mind that visa applications usually take several weeks or even months to complete so the earlier you apply the better.
For further information, you may take a look at our Visa Services page.
What are the language requirements for studying at SRH Berlin?
At SRH Hochschule Berlin, you may attend classes in English or in German, depending on the program. In order to follow classes and be able to pass the exams, it is absolutely crucial that your language skills are at a very advanced level. The lower your language skills are, the more challenging the classes will be and the more difficult it will be for you to pass the classes. We expect your English/German language level to be at least B2 (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
I have a question. Who can I contact?
For all general (non-academic) questions, Bachelor and Master students should contact Ulrike Scharmann at ulrike.scharmann@srh-hochschule-berlin.de.
For all academic matters (class choices, learning agreements, grades), Bachelor students may contact Carina Vallo at carina.vallo@srh-hochschule-berlin.de and Master students may contact Frank Wittig at frank.wittig@srh-hochschule-berlin.de.
For Visa Services, all students should contact Gloria Thiller gloria.thiller@srh-hochschule-berlin.de.
We are here to help.
Visa? Accommodation? Transport?
There are so many questions when you plan to study abroad... The comprehensive “Guide for International Students“ will provide answers and advice for your stay at our university in Berlin. We've created this document to help you prepare for your trip.
To receive this free PDF guide, please send an e-mail to our International Coordinator, Ulrike Scharmanne at ulrike.scharmann@srh-hochschule-berlin.de.