Find out more about our academic offer, the application procedure and our programmes on campus on this webpage.
We would be very happy to welcome you at Hochschule Niederrhein (HSNR) very soon.
+++Shoud you wish to study a full degree programme - i.e. from start to finish - as a regular student at HSNR, then please refer to this website +++
We offer a wide range of Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes.
Many of our German degree programmes include English-taught modules.
Irrespective of the programme language, exchange students have the opportunity - subject to the faculty's approval - to choose project modules or write their thesis at HSNR.
We offer four degree programmes taught in English:
If you have questions about the content of the individual degree programmes, the international coordinators of our faculties will be pleased to help you.
For all German-taught degree programmes, you need German language skills at B2 CEFR level (at least B1.2 CEFR at the time of application).
For all degree programmes taught in English, you need English language skills at level B2 CEFR (at least B1.2 CEFR at the time of application).
Please attach an appropriate certificate to your application or have your language level confirmed by a language teacher or a representative of your university.
Your university nominates you for one or two exchange semesters at HSNR by sending an email to international(at)hs-niederrhein.de.
The following information must be included in the email:
Name of nominee(s).
Degree programme
Duration of the exchange stay
Email address
Please note the following nomination deadlines:
For a stay beginning in the winter semester: 15th of May
For a stay beginning in the summer semester: 15th of October
As soon as we have received your nomination from your home university, we will send you a link to apply online.
These are the application deadlines:
For a stay beginning in the winter semester: 1st of June
For a stay beginning in the summer semester: 1st of November
This video tutorial explains the main steps of the application via the Mobility Online tool.
In case of a successful application, we will provide you with all further information by email.
The International Office has established a Buddy Programme to bring together newly enrolled international students as well as exchange students with experienced HSNR students.
This way new students will receive help and support from more advanced students and ease into student life more quickly.
Being a "buddy" is a voluntary activity and free of charge for international students.
Participating international and exchange students will benefit from
Students, who become HSNR-Buddies (mentors), will
For additional information, interested HSNR students can refer to the Buddy Programme Flyer and the Buddy Programme Guide.
Please register via the links below no later than:
October 15th (winter semester)
March 15th (summer semester)
The data to be provided for the buddy programme, will be used solely for the purpose of networking between buddies.
Should you have queries regarding the Buddy Programme please contact the International Office.
GLOBUS is HSNR's international student network and an initiative of the International Office.
Our student GLOBUS tutors put a lot of effort and committment into supporting and extending the network on campus.
The focus is on joint activities to facilitate exchange and dialogue between international students - also exchange students - from all semesters and disciplines.
The activities include Welcome Days for newly arrived students, excursions and various semester activities.
Your will find our new semester programme here shortly.
HSNR's GLOBUS teamers are looking forward to meeting you soon!
If you have queries in the meantime, please contact Karim, our GLOBUS teamer.
HSNR's International Office and our GLOBUS Teamers cordially invite you to our Welcome Days for the winter semester!
As always, our 2-day programme will offer plenty of room for exchange and time to get to know each other:
Welcome Day 1, Friday 20.09.24
Campus Mönchengladbach
Start: 9.30 a.m.
End: approx. 2.00 p.m.
Introduction to HSNR teams and life on campus
Informative sessions and workshops
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Welcome Day 2, Saturday 21.09.24 (limited places / waiting list)
Start: approx. 11.00 a.m. in Cologne, information to follow
End: approx. 5.00/6.00 p.m., information to follow
Trip to Cologne
City tours, visit to a museum, boat trip on the Rhine
If you have any questions or other concerns, please contact the GLOBUS teamers:
"For me, being a GLOBUS tutor means much more than supporting international students - it is an opportunity to foster community and collaboration.
My commitment as a tutor is deeply rooted in the belief that with more people, we can really improve things."
"I am always here for you and will be happy to help you to have an enjoyable and memorable time at HSNR
Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions."
"All dreams can come true if we have the courage to follow them.
We encourage and support you to make the most of your semester abroad and your first steps in Germany."
"Seeing how much the GLOBUS activities help to bring international students together at HSNR, whether they are here for a full degree program or just an exchange semester, is something very special every time."
Future Work Lab Petersstr. 122
Please arrange an appointment in advance.
The Hochschule Niederrhein has committed itself to this with its Code of Conduct. It has joined the "National Code for the Study of Foreigners at German Universities". The following brochure explains the contents of the Code of Conduct.
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