FAQ
The application period runs from December 1 through January 15 for the upcoming academic year. This means that if you are planning to study abroad during the winter semester of 2026/27 or the summer semester of 2027 (or both semesters), you must apply by January 15, 2026.
This applies only to our partner universities within the Erasmus program; it does not apply to freemovers or students interested in studying overseas.
Yes. All applicants are required to attend a counseling session regarding studying abroad for a semester. You can find the dates here.
You must submit your application through the MoveOn platform. You’ll need to register there once beforehand. During the application period (December 1 – January 15), you can then fill out the “Application for Housing” form.
Once you have been offered a spot (mid-February), you must fill out and submit the second follow-up form from the portal.
- Resume
- Cover Letter (preferably in English)
- Language Certificates
The letter of motivation should be about one page long. It is written for the initial selection process and may be written in German or English.
Possible content of the letter of motivation:
- A particular interest in the country/city/university because...
- Academic focus of the department
- Improvement of language skills
- Desire to travel
- Interest in specific courses not offered at TU Dortmund University
We strive to ensure that all students have a successful study abroad experience. However, there may be instances where we are unable to offer any of the three preferred destinations you’ve listed. This makes it all the more important to attend the mandatory counseling session regarding your semester abroad.
Whether you already have specific ideas about your study abroad experience or are still open to various possibilities, we’ll support you in the planning process. During the counseling session, we’ll discuss together how realistic your preferred destinations are and whether it makes sense to consider alternative options as a Plan B.
If, at the end of the application period, your application is still rejected, we’ll explore other possibilities: Often, there are still remaining spots available at certain partner universities. In addition, we’ll do our best—whenever possible—to place you at a suitable partner university based on your minor.
Our goal is to work with you to find a suitable solution for your study abroad experience.
No. This is not possible because the "Semester Abroad" module counts as an exam. However, you can submit a request to Asta to have the semester ticket refunded.
- 1 language course in the local language
- Courses in sociology or the social sciences
- No required courses to be taken here (e.g., statistics)
You can find the link to the OLA here.
Helpful information from our returning students
A Coruña: Our students have found shared rooms via websites such as Idealista or the real estate agency D7.
Kaunas: It is helpful to have a Facebook account, as you can find apartments via various Facebook groups.
Copenhagen: There are many offers on HousingAnywhere or in Facebook groups.
Trento: We were informed that the university does not offer housing options for students from Europe, but the university's website and the Erasmus Student Network's social media channels refer to various housing portals.
Trondheim: Here too, our students found what they were looking for in Facebook groups (e.g. "Trondheim til leie hus"). NTNU points out that places in halls of residence cannot be guaranteed for EU students, but it is still worth applying there, as most of our students were offered a place in previous semesters.
Enschede: Shared rooms available via Facebook groups (e.g. "Enschede Housing, Rooms, Apartments" or "Rooms Enschede for students").
Université libre de Bruxelles: We were informed by our students that many professors are obliging and allow some exams (e.g. essays, oral exams) in courses originally taught in French to be held in English.
Universidade da Coruña: Important: Lectures are held entirely in Spanish!
Università degli Studi di Salerno: There are no English-language courses here either. Please attend a language course at the zhb beforehand!
Universidad de Salamanca: Language courses here are subject to a fee, it is advisable to attend the courses in advance at the TU Dortmund University Language Center.
Uniwersytet Wrocławski: Unfortunately, language courses are also subject to a fee here (approx. 100€), it is advisable to attend the courses in advance at the TU Dortmund University Language Center.
University of Copenhagen: A residence permit is required to confirm your student status. The document can be applied for online at the immigration authority SIRI. Once you have the permit, you can apply for a Danish personal residence number (CPR). Private landlords may require you to register officially via CPR. This also gives you access to medical care. However, it is not compulsory to apply for CPR for stays of less than six months. For longer stays, however, it is, and it can also give you access to cheaper public transport fares.
Università degli Studi di Salerno: You will need a "Codice Fiscale" (Italian tax number), which may be important for local landlords. This can be applied for at the Italian embassy.
Universidad de Salamanca: You will need a "Travel Insurance".
Università di Trento: In the past, our students have received the Italian tax number ("Codice Fiscale") by e-mail from the university.