Support of international teaching

3rd call for proposals for teaching in English published

The pilot funding program supports the development of English-language courses at the University of Münster as well as the introduction of English-language degree programs. Interested departments can apply for grants to expand English-language offerings within German-language degree programs and to introduce English-language degree programs, either independently or in cooperation with international partners.

English-language courses enrich the academic offerings at the University of Münster. A broad range of English-language courses allows students to expand their subject-specific language skills and international experience, as well as to better understand the international context of their own field. These courses offer valuable opportunities, particularly for students who are unable to study abroad themselves. Additionally, they represent an attractive academic offering, especially for international exchange students.

English-language degree programs appeal to highly qualified international students (so-called “degree seekers”). They increase the international visibility of the University of Münster and are also of interest to German-speaking students, as they offer a global orientation and can facilitate international career paths. The funding measures serve to internationalize teaching, enhance the international profile of the University of Münster, and secure international partnerships.

Application deadline: 27 May 2026

All information relevant to the call can be found here:

• 3rd Special Call Teaching in English
• Application Form

• Funding conditions

  Integration of English-language teaching in German-language degree programmes/year

  • 05 to 10 LP/ECTS = €5,000
  • 10 to 20 LP/ECTS = €10,000
  • up to 30LP/ECTS – only for long-term integration into the curriculum (English Track) = €15,000

  • Extension/expansion of English Track: up to € 5,000

  • Duration: max. 12 months (including interim and final reports)

  Development of international, English-language degree programmes

  • € 30,000 - for newly developed degree programmes
  • up to € 10,000 - for programmes already at an advanced stage of development, particularly for funded projects
  • Duration: max. 15 months (including interim and final reports)

   

  Requirements:

  • The planned English-language courses are subject-specific courses and not purely language courses.
  • The courses are compulsory or compulsory-elective modules.

  • The courses will be published (Course Catalogue/website).

  • This is an additional course; a new subject-specific extension of the course offering.
  • The courses are also open to international exchange students, either virtually, in a hybrid format or in person.

  • Degree programmes are offered entirely in English (no additional knowledge of German required) as degree programmes of the University of Münster (not affiliated institutions, such as Professional Schools) or in collaboration with international partners (joint programmes).

  • A departmental decision has been taken to introduce the degree programme.

• Application

  Professors and lecturers at the University of Münster are eligible to apply, but their applications must be endorsed by the department chair or the head of the central unit. The aim is to distribute the funds widely so that as many departments as possible benefit from the funding by the end of the program period. Applications from departments that currently offer no or only a very limited number of courses or programs taught in English will be given preference. Departments that are already implementing measures may apply for funding to expand them.

  Applications from the Faculty of Medicine cannot be considered.

Contact:
International Office
Schlossgarten 3
Team Internationalisation

Sandra Wiegand
Phone: +49 251 83-22602
sandra.wiegand@uni-muenster.de

Jana Masselink
Phone: +49 251 83-22405
jana.masselink@uni-muenster.de