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Welcome to the Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg. All of the
faculty and admin staff, not to mention, the staff at the International
Office, are here to make your stay at the university a successful one.
As a member of the European mobility network EURAXESS, our university
strengthens and continuously develops active international
research and teaching contacts. We cordially invite you to become
part of this network.
We feel very strongly that, as a guest, you should feel comfortable
and welcome here in Magdeburg. There are many things to do when
planning your stay and shortly after you arrive here. This brochure
provides you with information on every facet of life and will help you
become orientated with the University of Magdeburg. You can also
refer to our website for foreign guest researchers.
Dr. Uwe Genetzke
Head of the International Office
OVGU International
The internationalisation of research and teaching is one of the
highest priorities at the Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg.
Integrated into a worldwide network of international relations
and research collaborations, the university has always been a bridge
between east and west. These international ties and partnerships
make possible and intensify collaboration in the areas of research,
teaching and further education.
In addition, student and scientist exchanges foster intercultural skills
and promote the countries’ technical developments through the transfer
of scientific knowledge.
More than 10 % of the student body is made up of international students
– the national average. In addition to this, the university welcomes
numerous international scientists every year. There are cooperation
agreements with around 200 institutions in more than 50
countries.
www.ovgu.de/en/international_agreements