IO International Office
International Office at klu
Our International Office is the contact point for everybody who is seeking information on KLU's exchange programs. We maintain a network with our partner universities and whether you are a KLU student, an incoming student from our partner network or a free mover, we have all the details you’ll require for your semester abroad. KLU was awarded the Erasmus University Charter of the European Union and participates in the ERASMUS+ program, which facilitates the exchange of students and staff in Europe.
Your International Office Team
Madlen Hebeler
Hamaidi Stulos
Melissa Gürtler
Mersida Mokci
Friederike Bölle-Kutscher
How to reach us:
You are welcome to reach out to the International Office at any time by sending an email to exchange@klu.org. Our team is always available to assist you with your queries and provide the support you need. Additionally, you can visit us in person at the Student Info Point. The times for our in-person consultations are listed on the right. If these times are not convenient for you, we encourage you to make an appointment with us. This will ensure that we can dedicate sufficient time to address your problems and questions and provide personalized assistance.
Exchange programs at KLU
Here at KLU you have the free choice on how to spend your semester abroad. Either at a partner university within the European Union and the Erasmus+ exchange programm or on one of our partner universities worldwide. And if you still haven't found what you're looking for: we will support you, if you want to do a Freemover mobility at any other university.
Click the boxes below to learn more about the different exchange programmes.
Frei
We have established a broad network based on exchange agreements with more than 60 partner institutions around the world.
There are limited numbers of places available at the partner universities, for more detailed information on each partner university and experience reports visit our Mobility Online portal or contact us.
You can have a look at some of the experiences former students have made at their semester abroad in our Semester Abroad Gallery.
Our Partner Universities
Partner Universities worldwide
Partner Universities in Europe
Partner Universitites outside of Europe
Student Mobilities per year
Exchange period and recognition
Bachelor Standard Track
The mandatory semester abroad for Bachelor students at KLU takes place in their fourth semester.
Students of the standard track are required to gain 18 ECTS during their semester abroad - consisting of 12 ECTS in relevant fields and 6 ECTS in general studies. ECTS earned for language and culture courses will not be transferred.
The grades of your semester abroad will not count to your GPA - only pass/fail.
Bachelor Intensive Track
The mandatory semester abroad for Bachelor students at KLU takes place in their fourth semester.
Students of the intensive track are required to gain 24 ECTS during their semester abroad - consisting of 18 ECTS in relevant fields and 6 ECTS in general studies. ECTS earned for language and culture courses will not be transferred.
The grades of your semester abroad will not count to your GPA - only pass/fail.
Master Standard Track
Master students should check their Certificate of admission to identify whether they have a mandatory semester abroad. For students of the MSc GL&SCM as well as MSc MGT the third semester is reserved for this.
Students of the standard track are required to gain 20 ECTS during their semester abroad. Undergraduate courses do not count towards that. ECTS earned for language and culture courses will not be transferred.
MSc GL&SCM:
20 ECTS will be graded.
MSC MGT:
15 ECTS will be graded, 5 ECTS will be transfered as pass/fail.
The mobility process
Before the mobility
Search for Information
Application at KLU
Allocation to your host university
Nomination at the partner university
Application at the host university
Allocation to the exchange track in Mobility Online
Creating the Learning Agreement
Preparation of your stay
- Application at KLU
- Allocation to the Partner University
- Nomination at the Partner University
- Application at the Parter University
- Course Choice
- Prepare your stay
You need to apply internally via Mobility Online.
You will receive an email from KLU´s International Office in due time announcing:
• The application period
• The link to the application form
Be prepared to enter your:
• Personal data
• Choice of three partner universities, ranked from 1st (first priority) to 2nd and 3rd
choice
• Motivation letter (max. 1 page, 3000 characters incl. space)
• Proof of language skills, if planned to study in another language than English
(recognized test, language school, university teacher). It is YOUR responsibility to
verify a specific level of English (or any other language of instruction) at preferred
partner university is necessary.
During the mobility
Welcome at the host university
Changes to the Learning Agreement
Enjoy your stay
Confirmation of Stay
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After the mobility
Fill in the questionnaire
Submit the Confirmation of Stay
Upload the Transcript
You've done it!
Upon completing your stay abroad, you are required to submit a student report to the Kühne Logistics University (KLU). This report is a vital part of documenting your international experience and provides valuable feedback for both the university and future students.
Additionally, if you have received funding through an EU program, you must also complete and submit the EU participant report in Mobility Online. This report is essential for meeting the requirements of the EU funding program and ensuring continued support for future participants.
Both reports should detail your academic experiences, personal growth, and any challenges or successes you encountered during your time abroad. Your insights will help improve the program and guide other students who are planning similar journeys.
Please ensure that these reports are thorough and submitted promptly after your return.