International Semester Programme 2026
Social Complexities and Creative Approaches: Diversity, Disability, Sustainability
Each summer semester, EvH Bochum offers an interdisciplinary semester-long programme in English for exchange students of Social Work, Welfare, and Inclusion, as well as related areas: the International Semester Programme (ISP).
The ISP 2026 at a glance
- Semester programme in English at Bachelor level
- Earn up to 30 ECTS credits in a blend of semester-long seminars and compact courses
- Exchange and connect with German and international students
Dates
6 April-31 July, 2026 (including exams); slight changes are still possible.
Contents
A blend of semester-long seminars, compact courses, and practical workshops, including visits to local and regional agencies and facilities of social work and health care, divided into three ‘modules’ or focus areas, as follows:
- Artistic Education and Media Competence (12 ECTS)
- Intercultural and International Social Work (12ECTS)
- Health, Disability, Diversity (6 ECTS)
Modules
Please find a detailed breakdown of the modules and courses for 2026 here.
Social and administrative support
The International Office organises an introductory week, offers support with accommodation and administrative matters and arranges student assistants to support the students. Participants are responsible for organising their own daily life (leisure activities, meals, etc.).
Finances
There are no tution fees, but there is a student contribution of approx. 360 euros which covers student services and a ticket for local and regional public transportation in the whole of Germany.
- Funding for EU students: You may apply for Erasmus+ funding via your home university.
- Funding for Non-EU students: In order to give students from non-European universities the opportunity to participate in the International Semester Programme, EvH Bochum is offering the following funding opportunities for the programme 2026:
- COME IN EvH support for a student from a non-EU partner university of EvH Bochum
- COME IN UEM support for students from member churches of UEM
- COME IN EKvW support for a student from a partner church of EKvW
International Students about the ISP
The programme is designed for students of Social Work, Welfare, and Inclusion, as well as related areas. Applicants must have completed one year of undergraduate study, have English language skills of CEFR level B1 or better, and a home university that cooperates with EvH Bochum. Free movers from other universities may be admitted on a case-by-case basis.
Please contact your home university to be nominated for the programme. After that, please follow the application procedure for exchange students.
Deadlines
Application deadline for non-EU students: 6 October 2025
Application deadline for EU students: 30 November 2025
Testimonials
Pictures and quotes from past ISPs can be found here.
EvH Bochum educates students for careers in social work, education, diaconal and care professions. Currently, six bachelor and two master degree programmes are offered, of which Social Work is the largest. Founded in 1971, the university is supported by the Protestant Churches in the region and is fully accredited by the State; with ca. 2,700 students, EvH Bochum is the largest Protestant university of applied sciences in Germany. Protestant in origin and ethos, it is an intercultural, inclusive and family-friendly university with what students value as a warm and communicative atmosphere.
The City
Once a centre for European coal mining and steel production, Bochum is now widely known as a centre for education and research, healthcare management and new technologies. With its lively cultural scene, in the heart of the Ruhr area and easy transportation links to other cities, Bochum is the perfect starting point to get to know the whole region of North-Rhine Westphalia. See also: www.evh-bochum.de/exchange-students-erasmus.html
Chris Lafleur-Klän
Coordination of the International Semester Programme ISP
Phone: 0234-36901-264
E-mail: Lafleur-Klaen@EvH-Bochum.de
Availability:
I will answer your questions on the phone, via e-mail, via video chat (Zoom) or in person at the office. Just give me a call or send an e-mail.
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