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Study abroad during your master's degree

Apply at the beginning of your degree in Mannheim and study abroad as an exchange student in your third or fourth semester. More than 100 exchange programs are available to MMM students, many MBAs and specialized programs among them. Increase your profile, expand your professional network and strengthen your intercultural skills!

The semester abroad at a glance

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Partner universities

We offer a great variety of exchange programs on the master's level that cater for a wide range of interests – there's something for everyone! Learn more about exchange options for MMM students by searching the International Office's database, where you will also find experience reports of former exchange students.

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Support

Whether it's about applying, funding opportunities, course choice or credit transfer – if you plan on studying abroad, you will have plenty of questions. The university's Central International Office and the departmental exchange coordinators of the Business School are happy to help. An outline of the most important information and to-dos can be found on our e-learning platform ILIAS.

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Application

Apply during your first semester in Mannheim for an exchange placement in your 3rd or 4th semester. You can also consider applying directly to a foreign university as a “freemover” – this means organizing the stay yourself, but we are happy to provide advice.

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Credit Transfer

Discuss your coursework with your advisor in Mannheim before you leave and submit it to the Examination Committee after your return. You can find details on the recognition process, previously recognized courses and grade transfer on our e-learning platform ILIAS.

Want to study abroad for longer than one semester and obtain a second degree?

Apply for one of our double degree programs with leading partner universities!

Any questions regarding a semester abroad overseas and in UK?

Cathrin Rieger, M.A.

Manager International Affairs, Master-Level Exchanges & Special Programs

At the moment, I can’t be reached via phone. Please schedule an online appointment.

University of Mannheim
Dean's Office Business School
Schloss – Room EO 393 (3rd floor)
68161 Mannheim

E-mail: cathrin.riegeruni-mannheim.de

Consultation hour(s):
Please note: Only online consultations are offered currently. Please make an appointment at https://www.bwl.uni-mannheim.de/en/online-consultation/cathrin-rieger/

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Any questions regarding a semester abroad in Europe?

Janna Ried, M.A.

Manager International Affairs, Master-Level Exchanges & Special Programs

At the moment, I can’t be reached via phone. Please schedule an online appointment.

University of Mannheim
Dean's Office Business School
Schloss – Room EO 388 (3rd floor)
68161 Mannheim

E-mail: janna.rieduni-mannheim.de

Consultation hour(s):
Please note: Only online consultations are offered currently. Please make an appointment at https://www.bwl.uni-mannheim.de/en/online-consultation/janna-ried/

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