Out­go­ing

We show you different ways to study abroad: semesters abroad, internships, summer schools or double master's programmes. There are numerous opportunities open to you to expand your specialised knowledge and get to know new cultures.

In­com­ing

Whether for one or two semesters or an entire degree programme - we welcome international students at all stages of their academic career and support them to make their time in Paderborn unforgettable.

In­ter­na­tion­al­isa­tion@Home

You can also gain international experience in Paderborn. For example, you can take modules in English. Many of the courses are taught by guests from all over the world. Or you can take part in tandem language courses and short-term programmes or help with the integration of exchange students.

B. Sc. and M. Sc. In­ter­na­tion­al Busi­ness Stud­ies

What is the difference between Spanish and German corporate culture? What should I bear in mind when negotiating with a French company? And how can I open up a new market and organise a multinational company?

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M. Sc. In­ter­na­tion­al Eco­nom­ics and Man­age­ment

How do companies and entire economies operate in globalised markets? And what do you have to bear in mind if you want to live, work or do research in a different culture and economic area?

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Pro­grammes with a fo­cus on Asia

Asi­an Stud­ies in Busi­ness and Eco­nom­ics Pro­gramme

The central element of our Asian focus is the Asian Studies in Business and Economics programme. Here you will immerse yourself in the Asian economic region and Asian culture as a specialisation and attend a partner university in China, Korea or Japan for six months.

Double Mas­ter's pro­gramme with the Uni­ver­sity of To­hoku in Ja­pan

In our M. Sc. International Economics and Management programme, you have the opportunity to study simultaneously at Paderborn University and Tohoku University in Japan. The first and fourth semesters take place in Paderborn, while you study the second and third semesters in Japan.

Building bridges and connecting

The International Students Forum (ISF) brings together students from different economic regions and cultural backgrounds to strengthen international partnerships and forge friendships.