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Welcome! – Information and Support for Refugees from Ukraine
Right now, many people from Ukraine are forced to flee their country to escape from a horrible war. The universities of Lower Saxony stand against war and violence, and in solidarity with the people of Ukraine.
If you had to flee from Ukraine and would now like to study or continue your studies from Ukraine, the universities of Lower Saxony welcome you. Many universities have set up contact points for Ukrainian students or prospective students. They will answer your questions, give you guidance and all the necessary information.
Contacts and Guidance
All refugees with questions about studying in Lower Saxony can find guidance at a university near them. Look out for the Student Advisory Services ("Zentrale Studienberatungsstelle", often "ZSB" for short) or the International Office (sometimes also called "Akademisches Auslandsamt").
Here we have listed all the counsellors and contacts designated to guide those students and prospective students who had to flee from the war in Ukraine. On this map you will find an overview of all universities in Lower Saxony. All contacts are listed below the map. If you are unsure about which university to contact, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. We will forward your enquiry to the right contact person.
University Admission or Recognition?
University Admission for Refugees
On our webpages you will find information regarding university admission for refugees. Whether your completed school education qualifies you to study in Germany directly depends on your school-leaving qualification and your knowledge of the German language. Many universities offer a preliminary assessment of your educational qualifications, so please do not hesitate to get advice!
Application, Foundation Course/"Studienkolleg" and University Entrance Examination
If you are qualified for direct university admission in Germany, you can apply for a study programme at the universities in Lower Saxony – in some cases through the uni-assist website, in other cases directly through the university. If you do not yet meet the admission requirements, then the Foundation Course provided by "Niedersächsisches Studienkolleg" and the University Entrance Examination ("Feststellungsprüfung") may be an option for you to gain university access. Please inform youself about these options as early as possible and make use of the guidance services provided by the universities.
Further Information
On the university websites you will also find lots of information regarding local initiatives and support programmes, such as language courses or twinning programmes. The universities understand how difficult the current situation is for refugees from Ukraine, and there are numerous university projects which are very committed to the support of persons concerned.
Many universities also provide contacts for students who would like to get involved in supporting refugees from Ukraine. If you are interested, please consult your university’s website!
The information on this page are updated regularly.