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Studying: An Overview

Study and live well – in the following, you find all the information you need!

Great having you here! Are you interested in studying at Osnabrück University? Initial orientation can be found under  Tips for Choosing a Study Program.

If you have any questions or are looking for somone to contact, our  Student Information Service (StudiOS) is the first place to go!

The team at the  Osnabrück Central Study Counseling Service (ZSB) will answer all your questions about the courses on offer.

You can also find lots of information at the  Departments and Institutes.

AI in Studies and Teaching

Here you will find  Practical Recommendations!

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Language courses: The registration phase starts soon!

From Chinese to Farsi to Swedish: the University Language Center is once again offering a wide range of language courses in the winter semester! The registration phase starts on October 8 and ends on October 14!

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Apply via uni-assist

Application deadline for many non-European prospective students: The application procedure via uni-assist is running! You have until December 15 to apply for the summer semester 2026.

Our Topics

10 reasons to study in Osnabrück

Why it absolutely has to be Osnabrück University!

Our study programs

Study programs from A-Z, information on degrees, tips for choosing a course, offers for international students and much more!

Application and start of studies

Everything you need to know about access requirements, application and enrollment, allocation of study places and a good start to your studies!

Internationals welcome!

First orientation for our international students!

Contacts and advice

Most common concerns of students and relevant contacts in our facilities!

Organization of studies

Dates and deadlines, digital applications, Campuscard, re-registration, leave of absence, change of personal data, and exmatriculation!

Costs, scholarships, and funding

Study costs and scholarships & funding opportunities!

Examinations

Examination offices and examination regulations!

Key qualifications

Our portfolio covering key skills, "StudierenPlus", and “Balu und Du”!

Your stay abroad: go global!

Study abroad, internships abroad, and international short-term programs!

Career paths

Doctorate, mentoring, founding & start-ups, and working in Germany!

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Event tip: our HIT!

★★★ On November 20, 2025, you can explore our campus and get advice on all aspects of studying at the  HIT University Info Day!