Universität Vechta / University of Vechta
University’s presentation
The University of Vechta looks back on a long and eventful history that started in 1830. It has been shaped by political changes, willingness for reform, and various other dynamics. Cosmopolitan, personal, and familial – the university represents its philosophy “Responsibility is Key” and wants to be a source of inspiration for the future. Its self-image is characterised by a close connection to the region, with a focus on internationality, interdisciplinarity and intercultural competence. The close connection of research, academic teaching, and transfer of knowledge in combination with specific key profiles in the fields of teacher training, social and human services, agriculture and food, and cultural studies at the University of Vechta aims to prepare future generations to cope with complex challenges in a globalised world. The University of Vechta especially focuses on transformation processes in rural areas. Digitalisation, internationalisation, sustainability as well as gender and diversity are among its cross-cutting issues. The future-oriented approach to relevant topics in the fields of education, ageing, social and cultural change, business and ethics, agriculture and food, combined with an openness to new and unusual ways of thinking and proceeding, is one of the special characteristics of the University of Vechta. The human being is the centre of all actions. The university particularly commits to the democratic principles of our society and to universal, inalienable, and indivisible human rights.
Address
Driverstr. 22
49377 Vechta
Website
www.uni-vechta.de
Social Network
Twitter @univechta
Instagram @univechta
Facebook @univechta
Fields of Education
- Arts and Humanities
- History
- Economic and Social Sciences
- Geography
- Other
Contact person for the incoming exchange students
Dr. Frauke Schumacher
Other fields of education
Social Work / Gerontology / Social Service Management / Transformation Management in Rural Areas / Cultural Studies
Please see: www.uni-vechta.de/en/study/degree-programmes
Do you have a Buddy system?
Yes
Academic calendar (link)
Number of students in the institution
4.088
Proportion of international students
6,13%
Main language of instruction for the courses open to international students
German
Level required
- B1
Official certification
Official certification not asked
Other languages of instruction
English
Level required for the other languages
- B1
Official certification for the other languages
Official certification not asked
Catalogue of courses taught in English
Clarifications about the courses
Students are also invited to select English-taught courses from our Certificate of International Management and Practical Ethics (CIME) programme. These courses are on business studies and/or ethics and as such are often interesting for social welfare students. See https: www.uni-vechta.de/internationales/cime/ and click on the information brochure on the right.
Information about Online Courses & Distance Learning
The courses are generally offered on a face-to-face basis. Online courses are the exception.
Linguistic support
Yes, we offer free linguistic support.
During the orientation weeks before the start of the semester (Smoother Start Programme), exchange students have the opportunity to attend a German intensive course. During the semester itself, the Language Centre also offers German courses at various levels and other foreign language courses that are open to all students.
Equivalence of university credits
Credit Points (CP)
Credit conversion table
Additional fees
Yes
Use of additional fees
The semester fee is about EUR 250 per semester for exchange students and includes the semester ticket (to use local buses and trains).
Services available on the campus
University library
Language Centre
Dining Hall
University sports centre
Smoother Start Programme
Mentoring Programme
Specific support or facilities for students with disabilities or ALD
Study culture is very important at the University of Vechta, especially when it comes to creating framework conditions that include everyone. We are striving to enable every student with a disability or chronic health conditions to study equally and independently and, beyond that, participate in student life. Our aim is to achieve the highest possible degree of personal independence for the students, and we are constantly striving to further develop the study conditions. There are numerous information and advisory services available to you.
Please see: www.uni-vechta.de/studium/studienorientierung/studium-mit-handicap
On-campus accommodation solutions?
Yes
Accommodation solutions and amounts
The International Office maintains a housing database for international exchange students. The housing database contains furnished rooms in the halls of residence and in private shared flats.
Please see: www.uni-vechta.de/en/international-office/coming-to-vechta/exchange-studies