International

For aca­d­e­mics

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Research collaborations

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is a hub for international cooperation and maintains a wide range of collaborative relationships. Our individual collaborations extend across numerous international teaching and research projects, which are driven forward through the teamwork of individual scientists. HU's strategic partnerships reflect a university-wide, cross-faculty interest and play a significant role in building the university's international profile.

    • Co­op­er­a­tions

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    • Strate­gic part­ner­ships

      Cooperations

      Excellent research requires strong networks! Humboldt University collaborates with leading universities worldwide through its strategic partnerships to foster knowledge exchange and jointly address global challenges.

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Teaching abroad and study trips

Up to two weeks teaching and networking in Paris or Dublin? Up to twelve days abroad with students and doctoral candidates? No problem. Find out here what the requirements are and how to apply for funding.

    • Teach­ing mo­bil­i­ty

      Erasmus+ Europa

      If you teach at HU, you can visit a partner university for a short teaching period as part of the Erasmus programme. You can find out here which funding is available for your project and what to bear in mind.

    • Dig­i­tal teach­ing co­op­er­a­tions

      COIL stands for Collaborative Online International Learning and allows you to internationalise your courses. It can all be done from Berlin, in an unbureaucratic manner and with additional support for planning and implementation.

    • Study trips

      There are funding options available for group trips and excursions for students and doctoral candidates. The application must be submitted by a member of the teaching staff. Keep reading to find out how this works and what you need to take into account.

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Further training

HU employees can receive funding for vocational further training abroad. Possible formats include job shadowing, staff training weeks, workshops, language courses. The most direct option is offered by Erasmus+ Programme Countries (Europe). But further training with Erasmus+ Partner Countries (worldwide) is also possible outside the European Union if certain requirements are met.

    • Fur­ther ed­u­ca­tion

      Erasmus+ Europa

      Through the Erasmus+ programme, HU staff members can receive funding for workplace-related further education and training abroad. You can read here about how this works and which funding is available for your stay abroad.

    • Aca­d­e­mics & staff

      Erasmus+ worldwide

      With Erasmus+, you can go on business trips to Partner Countries as university staff members. You can find out here which projects are funded and how the application for the programme works.

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      16:00 — 18:30 ​

      Circle U.

      Cli­mate Change by Night: 4th Cir­cle U. Cli­mate Hub Hap­py Hour Event

      From rising night-time temperatures to artificial skyglow, this session will bring together researchers to examine the impacts on ecosystems, biodiversity and human health. HU researchers are invited to contribute by giving a poster presentation.

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    • 03.11.2025

      15:30 — 16:30 ​

      Online

      Circle U.

      Bridg­ing Bor­ders, Bridg­ing Gen­er­a­tions: COP30's Ap­proach to Cli­mate Ac­tion

      Interested in climate action and innovative, community-based approaches? Then we warmly invite you to our webinar! Join us to learn more about the concept of "Mutirão", a key concept of this year's COP30 climate conference in Brazil.

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    • 20.10.2025

      15:30 — 17:30 ​

      Online

      Circle U.

      Open Con­ver­sa­tion: Glob­al Health – What’s Next?

      How is global health evolving in an era of geopolitical shifts and financial uncertainty? Join students and experts for a thought-provoking online discussion to explore emerging global health dynamics and the roles of key international actors. Registration is open until 17 October.

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