Language of instruction
The University of Tübingen (German: Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen) is one of Europe’s oldest universities, dating back to 1477. The latest chapter of the University’s history is marked by its success in the German government’s Excellence Initiative, and in its position within the top 100 universities worldwide.
The city of Tübingen today remains a place of research and teaching. The city combines the authenticity of a medieval town centre with the bustle and atmosphere of a young university town – about 1 in 3 Tübingen residents is a student.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring/Summer Semester | April–July |
| Semester 2 | Fall/Winter Semester | October–February |
View the University of Tübingen academic calendar.
Guides and additional information
The University of Tübingen has online resources to help get more from your exchange:
Campuses
The University of Tübingen is part of a University Town, meaning it has campuses scattered throughout the city.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Student testimonials
- B Business Management and CommerceSemester 2, 2019
Going on an exchange in Tubingen allowed me to do more than just travel such as make friends and experience different cultures.
- B International StudiesSemester 1, 2019
I cannot recommend exchange enough - the travel, the people you meet and the cultural experiences make it a once in a lifetime opportunity!
- B Arts/Law (Hons)Semester 1, 2019
My exchange experience allowed me to not only learn more about German culture, but also myriad others from the friends I made.
Full-time study load
24 ECTS* credits per semester at University of Tübingen is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
*From Semester 1, 2020 onwards
Minimum academic requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at the University of Tübingen.
Study Options
Not applicable to this university. You can choose courses from any of the faculties at Tübingen which are open to exchange students, however, there are numerous course restrictions outlined below.
Other Requirements
The University of Tübingen will accept advanced 3rd and 4th year UQ students into the postgraduate level courses.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.
Find courses
Search the University of Tübingen course finder to search for undergraduate courses and postgraduate courses
Search the Credit Precedent Database to find courses offered by your host university that have been previously approved for credit at UQ. The database should be used as a general guide only.
You must still check the host university course catalogue to see if courses from the Credit Precedent Database are still on offer and in the correct semester of your exchange.
Study areas taught in English
Course restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Accommodation
As the private housing market is expensive and highly competitive in Tübingen, the University of Tübingen recommends that exchange students live in the student dormitories.
As the University does not own the dormitories, they cannot guarantee rooms for exchange students. However, if your application is received in time, it is highly likely that you will obtain a room.
Cost of living
The cost of living in university towns is usually a bit more expensive than in non-university towns. The university provides an estimate of minimum student expenses in Tübingen.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Students studying at the University of Tübingen may be eligible for the Baden-Württemberg Scholarship, DAAD Scholarships or any other financial aid they may be eligible for.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on UQ’s Travel Insurance web page (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
You can be exempted from buying German health insurance if you can prove that you are insured adequately abroad.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
The University of Tübingen provides visa information for incoming exchange students in their application and preparation page.
Contact the German Federal Foreign Office for more visa information.
Travel risk levels
The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow UQ Abroad students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, UQ Abroad programs to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice for your host country on the Smartraveller website.
Register your travel plans
We recommend that you register your travel plans on the Smartraveller website so that the Australian Government can contact you or your family in an emergency.
Non-Australian citizens should register with their closest consulate.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 17 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 22 June (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 18 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 23 November (for Semester 2 of the following year)