Internationalise your studies

We offer international and interdisciplinary courses with a social science focus, in which exchange students can participate just like regular students.  This allows you to expand your international experience, gain new perspectives and improve your English skills. This can be particularly useful if you later want to work in an international environment, prepare for a semester abroad or make new contacts. Even if you are not studying at Faculty 02, you are welcome to register for the listed offers. Registration for courses can be done via Jogustine.

Information for exchange students can be found here.

Upcoming events in the Sommer semester 2025

Summer School 2025: War in Ukraine (3 ECTS)

In the Summer School ‘War in Ukraine: Conflict Research, International Law, and Pathways to Peace’, participants will take a look at the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. The programme will focus on conflict research and international law with an increased focus on dealing with war crimes, the reactions of international actors as well as peace processes and the reconstruction of destroyed structures.

The course will be held in English and is aimed at all students at Johannes Gutenberg University as well as students from Ukraine and Cardiff and from our partner universities in Finland, France, Great Britain, Italy, Latvia, Norway, Poland, Romania and Spain. Read more

 

Current events in the Winter semester 2024/25

Seminar: International Career Planning

This course can be credited towards module 1 of the certificate of international competence

This course is offered by SoWi?So! and is part of the "Certificate for International Competence" program. If you wish to participate in the certificate program, you are required to enrol in this course. The seminar is aimed at students who wish to pursue an international career. It offers practical insights into various international professional fields and provides students with professional support, networking opportunities and personalised mentorship to enhance their career planning in an international work environment. The key components of the course are profile building, practice talks and a mini-mentoring. Read More


International Soft-Skills Training

This course can be credited towards module 2 of the certificate of international competence

As part of the "Certificate of International Competence" program, SoWi?So! offers an international soft skills training every winter semester. Trained skills can be e.g. intercultural communication, presenting in English, resilience in international contexts or international self-marketing. It can be credited towards the second module of the certificate.

Details of the content of this years training will follow shortly. Read More

 

 

Seminar: Psychology of Political Relations

This course can be credited towards module 3 of the certificate of international competence

The seminar aims at giving an overview of the various psychological aspects of political relations, political leadership, conflict and cooperation, psychological influence implementation and methods of countering it. Special attention will be given to the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine and the resulting international political tensions. Read More

Dr. Olesia Zvezdova

                                                                                  (Department of Internationals Relations an Foreign policy,                                                                               Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University, Ukraine)

Seminar: Political Developments in Israel

This course can be credited towards module 3 of the certificate of international competence

This course aims to explore the current political developments in Israel. With five national elections in five years, with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the war in Gaza, tensions on the Israel-Lebanon border and in the West Bank, inner-Israeli disputes expressed through weekly demonstrations, traditional and social media, and new political alliances, and influential court rulings and legislation, it seems Israelis are currently debating their most fundamental beliefs and ideas. Students of this course will explore the system, the players, the issues, and the ongoing events in Israeli politics as they unfold. Read More

 

Seminar: Perspectives on Society - Exploring Germany and Beyond

This course can be credited towards module 3 of the certificate of international competence

Participants will explore interdisciplinary perspectives on various social aspects in Germany, Europe, and beyond. Students are encouraged to actively share their experiences and ideas, fostering a highly interactive seminar environment. The seminar is application-oriented and includes excursions to governmental and non-governmental organizations, subject to availability. Read More

Workshop: Term Papers - Academic writing for internationals

You come from abroad and need information and advice on writing term papers? This workshop provides international students (regular and exchange students) with information and individual advice in English. Participants will learn the common requirements for "Hausarbeiten" (term papers) and receive help to find and correctly use suitable literature and develop an outline. Participants can also clarify remaining questions and receive individual guidance.

Past seminars and lectures

To get an impression of what kind of courses we offer, you can find an overview of our past seminars and lectures here. Read more

Certificate for international competence

Preparing for an international career? Take part in the international competence study-programme! Get professional advice in strategic career planning, network with employees from international organisations and companies, train your international soft skills and English language proficiency. Document your international profile with the certificate. Read more

Further internationalisation offers at JGU

ISSK - Learning languages from home

The ISSK offers numerous language courses for beginners and advanced learners. Whether you want to brush up on your language skills for your next holiday or internship, or learn a completely new language, studying at the ISSK is a great opportunity to do so. In some degree programmes, language courses are also recognised as compulsory additional qualifications. Read more

Studying abroad

Would you like to experience living on other countries and get to know new cultures? Then your studies offer numerous opportunities for this. You can find out on the website of the International Affairs Department what kind of stay abroad (semester abroad, internship, research stay...) is possible for you and what funding opportunities there are within and outside of Europe. In addition, you can subscribe to the mailing list of the International Affairs Department so that you don't miss any opportunities. It is also recommended to make use of a free counselling appointment there. Read more

You can also find helpful information on all kinds of topics related to studying and internships abroad on the "studieren weltweit" webpage. Read more

FORTHEM is a network between different universities across Europe. Their aim is to bring students from different countries together and to promote exchange. They offer various programmes, including short-term stays of one week at the partner university. The aim is usually to exchange ideas on important issues for the future of Europe and to work on projects. Additionally, individual funding is also possible (for example scholarships for research projects abroad). Read more

International study programmes at JGU

At JGU, and in particular at Faculty 02 - Social Sciences, Media and Sport, there are a large number of international degree programmes. Here you have the opportunity to spend part of your studies abroad and - depending on the degree programme - even obtain degrees from several universities. Read more

ICON - International Student Conference

ICON is a conference organised by students for students. It offers students from all over the world - regardless of their nationality or discipline - a platform to exchange ideas and broaden their horizons. You can present and discuss your research results and network across disciplinary boundaries. ICON aims to promote students' research and show that they can make a valuable contribution to science and society. Read more

Join our team!

We at SoWi?So! are regularly looking for tutors and research assistants to join us. As a member of our staff, you will also have contact with students from different cultures and can directly have an impact on making studies at JGU more international. Read more