International Profile

Whether in research, study and teaching, or transfer: Paderborn University’s profile is characterised by cooperation with partners all over the world. We are internationally mobile, develop projects in cooperation with foreign universities and research institutions, and maintain as well as expand our global international network. In the COLOURS university alliance, for example, we work closely with eight European universities and many other associated partners to tackle current social challenges together.

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Coming to Paderborn from Abroad

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De­gree Pro­grammes

Paderborn University offers international students a wide range of bachelors and masters degree programmes. We are looking forward to your application!

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Ex­change Stud­ies and Short Study Vis­its

As an exchange student at Paderborn University, you can deepen your subject knowledge, gain many exciting experiences, and broaden your horizons through intercultural exchange. We offer you our support through an extensive orientation and event programme.

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Doc­tor­ate

Various institutions at Paderborn University will be happy to support you in planning and carrying out your doctoral project. In addition, we offer a wide range of interdisciplinary qualifications.

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Ca­reer Op­por­tun­it­ies at Pader­born Uni­ver­sity

We warmly welcome international academics and professionals who would like to do research and work at Paderborn University. Information about job vacancies, the application process, and about living and working in Paderborn help you start your career.

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Refugees

Paderborn University supports refugees in re-entering or beginning their studies by offering various support programmes, language courses, and more.

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Going Abroad from Paderborn

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Study­ing Abroad

Semesters abroad do not only broaden and enhance your professional competencies and language skills – they are also very significant to your personal and professional future – and, above all, offer our students the experience of a lifetime.

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Re­search­ing, Teach­ing, or Work­ing Abroad

Our staff can gain international experience through research stays, advanced training, internships, and teaching assignments abroad.

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In­ter­na­tion­al Alumni

Our international alumni network is a vibrant global and cross-generational community that benefits everyone. By registering with the central alumni portal, you can stay connected with Paderborn University, receive invitations to interesting events, and network with other alumni.

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In­ter­na­tion­al Cam­pus

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At Paderborn University, we foster a warm, welcoming culture and enable to gain international experiences beyond staying abroad. We bring the world to Paderborn with a variety of intercultural activities, offers, and events.

 

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News

26.06.2025

New Head of the Cam­pus OWL Li­ais­on Of­fice in New York vis­its Pader­born Uni­ver­sity

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13.06.2025

Pader­born Uni­ver­sity sci­ent­ist hon­oured with in­ter­na­tion­al award

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10.06.2025

OTUS: New su­per­com­puter at Pader­born Uni­ver­sity breaks re­cords

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05.06.2025

3D print­ing, psy­cho­logy, sus­tain­able mech­an­ic­al en­gin­eer­ing, Ger­man as a second and for­eign lan­guage: Pader­born Uni­ver­sity ex­pands…

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30.05.2025

By­passing in­ter­net cen­sor­ship in coun­tries like China or Ir­an

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22.05.2025

Transat­lantic friend­ship: US Con­sul Gen­er­al vis­its Pader­born Uni­ver­sity

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15.05.2025

Bridge across the At­lantic: Pader­born Schools and Pader­born Uni­ver­sity in­tensi­fy co­oper­a­tion with the USA

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09.05.2025

Pader­born Uni­ver­sity cel­eb­rates 25 years of buddy pro­gramme for in­ter­na­tion­al ex­change stu­dents

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08.05.2025

May­or Mi­chael Dreier wel­comes in­ter­na­tion­al stu­dents to Pader­born

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02.05.2025

Loss of value for US com­pan­ies: Pader­born sci­ent­ists ana­lyse Trump's tar­iff policy

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17.04.2025

Ap­ply now for "Open Edu­ca­tion In­tern­ship Pro­jects": In­tern­ships for stu­dents

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15.04.2025

COL­OURS at the 25th European Con­fer­ence: Uni­ver­sity al­li­ances as bridges to the fu­ture of Europe

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Institutions & Contacts

International Office

The International Office does not only support international students at Paderborn University, but also coordinates studies abroad, organises exchanges with international universities, and fosters international cooperations.

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Welcome Services

The Welcome Services support international staff, doctoral and post-doc researchers, as well as their hosts with any questions regarding their stay in Paderborn.

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International Relations Office

The International Relations Office is the central coordination office for international affairs at Paderborn University. The Office is responsible for the strategic development and expansion of international relations and the organisation and implementation of central international projects.

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Jenny Aloni Center

The Jenny Aloni Center is the central organisation for doctoral students, postdocs, and junior professors at Paderborn University. It provides information, training, and qualification opportunities as well as advisory services.

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COL?OURS Uni?ver?sity Al?li?ance

Coordinated by Paderborn University, nine European universities have joined forces to form the ‘COLOURS’ alliance. The aim is to strengthen long-term cooperation in Europe, increase international visibility and promote mobility within Europe.

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