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Go Global

Are you thinking of spending one or two semesters abroad, but have no idea where to start? The Department of International Affairs invites you to learn more about going abroad during your studies in various Zoom sessions from November 2nd to 6th, 2026.

Whether you want to study at a partner university in Europe via the Erasmus+ program, find out more about exchange and funding opportunities outside Europe, complete an internship abroad or share your own experiences - we have the right information event for you.

Go Global is a regular event to which we invite you every semester (in general in April and November).

The dial-in details and links will be published here one week in advance. When registering, please provide your first name and surname. Aliases are not permitted.

The presentations from the sessions can be found on ILU afterwards. You must first log in to ILU. Then click on Referate --> R02 Internationale Angelegenheiten --> Outgoings --> Outgoings from TH Köln --> Ab ins Ausland.


Detailed information about the sessions on offer will be published here from October onwards!

What sessions are offered?


Monday, 2nd November 2026

+ 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: PIONEER Roadshow

PIONEER on site – What opportunities are available? How does studying abroad work? What does PIONEER have to offer?

Would you like to find out what opportunities for studying abroad the PIONEER Alliance and our other partner universities offer you? Then do pop by our information stand. We look forward to speaking to you!

The event will be held in person! 

Location: Südstadt Campus, Claudiusstraße 1

+ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.: Go Global - what options do I have?

Studying in Europe sounds appealing, but so does an internship in Asia, and what about a language courses or a double degree? Are you interested in spending time abroad but don't yet have a clear idea of how and when you can make it happen? 

Here you can get an overview of the most common options for spending time abroad and, of course, ask questions.

By the end of the session, you will know what types of stays abroad are available, where you can apply for them, and what financing options exist.
The session marks the start of the “Go Global” event series. To gain a deeper insight into the opportunities presented in the session, please feel free to attend the follow-up events on the individual topics.

The event will be held in German, but questions can also be asked in English. In addition, students from the Conference Interpreting program will simultaneously translate the entire session into English on a separate audio channel.

The same session is offered on Thursday, 5th November. 

Login details:

ZOOM-Link

Meeting ID: 610 1967 7453
Passcode: GoGlobal_1


Tuesday, 3rd November 2026

+ 10 a.m. - 12 noon: Internship abroad + "meet our returnees"

In this event, we will provide you with important information and tips for planning and preparing an internship abroad. We will also give you an overview of funding opportunities.

In the second half, students who have already completed an internship abroad will share their experiences with you and answer your questions. 

The event will be held in German, but questions may also be asked in English. 

Students from the Conference Interpreting programme will simultaneously interpret this session into English and Spanish on separate audio channels.

Login details:

ZOOM-Link

Meeting ID: 642 6709 4754
Passcode: Praktikum

+ 12 noon - 2 p.m.: Go Global with PIONEER - Information fair at U48

Since 2025, TH Köln has been part of the European university alliance PIONEER, consisting of 10 European partner universities. Find out more about the opportunities offered by the alliance in personal conversations. At our information stands, you will have the chance to talk directly to representatives of our PIONEER partner universities and learn more about the respective universities. Drop by and discover your opportunities with PIONEER!
- Avans University of Applied Sciences (NL)
- Bern University of Applied Sciences (CH)
- Iscte University Institute of Lisbon (P)
- Iuav Universitá di Venezia (I)
- Laurea University of Applied Sciences (FIN)
- Tomas Bata University (CZ)
- Université Gustave Eiffel (F)
- University of Huelva (E)
- University of Žilina (SK)

The event will be held in person! 

Location: Südstadt Campus, Ubierring 48

+ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.: Preparation is half the job


Wednesday, 4th November 2026

+ 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: PIONEER Roadshow

PIONEER on site – What opportunities are available? How does studying abroad work? What does PIONEER have to offer?

Would you like to find out what opportunities for studying abroad the PIONEER Alliance and our other partner universities offer you? Then do pop by our information stand. We look forward to speaking to you!

The event will be held in person! 

Location: Deutz Campus

+ 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.: PIONEER I

Experience a semester abroad at Iscte - University Institute of Lisbon (P), Laurea University of Applied Sciences (FIN), Università  IUAV di Venezia (I) or at Tomas Bata University (CZ)  – become a PIONEER! 

Since 2025, TH Köln has been part of the Erasmus University Alliance PIONEER, which offers you a wide range of exchange opportunities at nine partner universities in Europe. In this Zoom session, representatives from Iscte - University Institute of Lisbon (P), Laurea University of Applied Sciences (FIN), Università  IUAV di Venezia (I) and Tomas Bata University (CZ) will introduce you to their universities and show you the opportunities and experiences a semester abroad at their institutions has in store for you.
You will also hear first-hand how other TH Köln students experienced their semester abroad at these universities and be inspired to plan your own semester abroad.

Login details:

ZOOM-Link

Meeting-ID: 645 4586 2118
Kenncode: PIONEER

+ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.: Study in Europe

Studying in Europe sounds good - but still no clear idea how? Here you will get a brief but comprehensive overview of your options.

The event will be held in German, but questions may also be asked in English. 

Students from the Conference Interpreting programme will simultaneously interpret this session into English and Spanish on separate audio channels.

Login details:

ZOOM-Link

Meeting ID: 624 5193 4549
Passcode: Europe


Thursday, 5th November 2026

+ 10 a.m. - 12 noon: Study worldwide + "meet our returnees"

In this session, you will learn about the various options for completing a semester abroad with a university partner outside the Erasmus area. You'll also receive information on the PROMOS and HAW.International scholarship programs, as well as on the option of organizing your semester abroad yourself as a freemover.

The event will be held in German, but questions may also be asked in English. 

Students from the Conference Interpreting programme will simultaneously interpret this session into English and Spanish on separate audio channels.

Login detail:

ZOOM-Link

Meeting-ID: 664 8093 4833

Passcode: Weltweit

+ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Go Global: what options do I have?

Monday's session will be offered a second time for anyone who couldn't make it on Monday.

Studying in Europe sounds appealing, but so does an internship in Asia, and what about a language courses or a double degree? 
Are you interested in spending time abroad but don't yet have a clear idea of how and when you can make it happen? 
Here you can get an overview of the most common options for spending time abroad and, of course, ask questions.
By the end of the session, you will know what types of stays abroad are available, where you can apply for them, and what financing options exist.
 

The event will be held in German, but questions can also be asked in English. In addition, students from the Conference Interpreting program will simultaneously translate the entire session into English on a separate audio channel.

The event will be held in German, but questions may also be asked in English. 

Students from the Conference Interpreting programme will simultaneously interpret this session into English and Spanish on separate audio channels.

Login details:

ZOOM-Link

Meeting ID: 610 1967 7453
Passcode: GoGlobal_1

+ 3.30 p.m. - 5 p.m.: PIONEER II

Experience a semester abroad at Universidad de Huelva (E), Bern University of Applied Sciences (CH), University of Žilina (SK), Avans University of Applied Sciences (NL) or at Université Gustave Eiffel (F)  – become a PIONEER! 

Since 2025, TH Köln has been part of the Erasmus University Alliance PIONEER, which offers you a wide range of exchange opportunities at nine partner universities in Europe. In this Zoom session, representatives from Universidad de Huelva (E), Bern University of Applied Sciences (CH), University of Žilina (SK), Avans University of Applied Sciences (NL) and Université Gustave Eiffel (F) will introduce you to their universities and show you the opportunities and experiences a semester abroad at their institutions has in store for you.
You will also hear first-hand how other TH Köln students experienced their semester abroad at these universities and be inspired to plan your own semester abroad.

The event will be held in English. 

Login details:

ZOOM-Link

Meeting ID: 699 1974 7275
Passcode: PIONEER

+ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m: "Chosen Ones" (incl. "How to LA") - Mandatory for all students who have already been selected to participate in an Erasmus+ semester abroad starting in the winter semester 2026/27

This mandatory event is aimed at all students who have already been selected to participate in an Erasmus+ semester abroad starting in the summer semester 2027. The Erasmus+ team will thoroughly explain the process in Mobility Online, the responsibilities involved, and will guide you through the "Before the Mobility" section, including the Learning Agreement. This will help you start your time abroad well prepared.

The event will be held in German, but questions may also be asked in English. 

Students from the Conference Interpreting programme will simultaneously interpret this session into English and Spanish on separate audio channels.

Login details:

ZOOM-Link

Meeting ID: 619 8557 7428
Passcode: Erasmus+


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