Worldwide less than 1% of all students go abroad within the scope of their studies. The Department of Computer Science tries to offer the best premises to integrate a stay abroad in your studies. Let us work together toward increasing the percentage mentioned above.
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When can I go abroad?
The optimal time to go abroad depends on your individual study plan. Passed achievements may be transferred to one of the following areas:
- the elective courses of the Bachelor's programmes
- the elective courses in our Master's programmes
- the application subject for the Master's programmes
- Studium Generale
A thesis cannot be conducted without a professorial supervisor from our department and is therefore not always possible during your semester abroad.
If you are enrolled in the Bachelor's programme, we recommend the last semesters for your exchange.
Current Exchange Opportunities
List of our current exchange possibilities (PDF file) (opens in new tab)
Information about the exchange possibilities can be found on the website of the International Relations Office.
Double Degree Programs
The department offers Double Degree Programmes with various partner universities. Information on Double Degrees in general, the current programmes, and the application process can be found on the website of the International Relations and Mobility Office.
If a Double Degree is an option for you, earlier planning is required compared to regular exchange programmes. We recommend making use of our advising services at an early stage – in particular, we encourage you to attend the international office drop-in hours.
For the Double Degree Programme with École Centrale de Lyon, it is necessary to apply as early as the third semester of the Bachelor's programme.
Virtual Exchange – International Experience from Home
Students who are not yet planning a physical stay abroad but still want to gain international experience can take advantage of the Virtual Exchange Credit Programme (VECP) offered by the university alliance Unite!. The programme allows you to attend online courses at partner universities across Europe and earn transferable ECTS credits – without leaving Darmstadt.
Course offerings cover areas such as project management, microelectronics, intercultural competence, and more, all taught in English. Several courses are offered by TU Darmstadt itself. The VECP is designed to complement – not replace – physical mobility, and can serve as a great first step for students considering an exchange later on.
An overview of all current VECP courses is available in the Unite! Catalogue for Students. Further information about the programme and credit recognition can be found here.
