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September 2025
Info-Event: Teaching and Training Abroad (10. September 2025)
Title: Teaching and Training Abroad (Erasmus+)
Date: 10 September 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon)
Target group: Doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Sonja Zeggel
Venue: Webinar (Zoom session)
Registration: staff.mobility@uni-muenster.de
E-Mail address: staff.mobility@uni-muenster.deThis course will be held in German.
How to: Make it in German academia as an international researcher (18. September 2025)
Date: 18 September 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office), CERes Münster
Presenter: Audrey Busch
Venue: Webinar (Zoom session, Meeting-ID: 697 5911 2412)
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for an engaging roundtable discussion designed specifically for international researchers navigating the German academic landscape. Our expert speakers will share valuable insights and practical advice on successfully establishing your career in Germany. Topics will include understanding the academic system, building professional networks, and overcoming common challenges faced by international scholars.
This event is part of Postdoc Appreciation Week Germany 2025, a nationwide initiative celebrating the vital contributions of postdoctoral researchers. At the University of Münster, the participating institutions are proud to support this effort by offering meaningful opportunities that empower postdocs during this pivotal stage of their careers.
Find details here: PAW Germany 2025
Networking-Event: Drop-by Thursday (18. September 2025)
Date: 18 September 2025
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for a monthly gathering during summer to bring together international researchers, their families and hosting staff for casual conversations and hands-on help navigating their way around campus. These meetups are designed to drop by for a quick chat with Welcome Centre staff and and connect with fellow colleagues over some refreshments at Alexander von Humboldt-House/Europa House.
Oktober 2025
Meetup on Campus: Learn German In A Choir! (ongoing)
Date: 9 October 2025 - 18 December 2025 (on thursdays)
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office), Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deLearn German in a choir! No experience needed - all singing levels welcome. Join us for weekly choir practice and get connected with other international researchers while having the opportunity to practise German phonetics. Hosted by the Researchers & Staff Department (International Office) and the Language Centre, this event is aimed at international researchers, professors and university staff members. Practise will be led by Aline Klieber, an experienced singing teacher specialising in voice training and language learning, who's also part of the Language Centre team. During lessons you will learn the basics of singing, including proper breathing, training of listening skills and thus the ability to adapt language production. The participation is free of charge.
Sprachkurs: Deutsch A1 für Forschende und Mitarbeitende (Start 6. Oktober; Anmeldung jetzt möglich)
Date: 6 October 2025 - 28 January 2026 (Monday & Wednesday)
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum), Lehrgebiet DaF (German as a Foreign Language Department)
Presenter: Dr. Sabine Fischer-Kania
Venue: Lehrgebiet DaF, Bahnhofstraße 8-10, 48143 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: spzgastw@uni-muenster.deAre you interested in learning German together with other international researchers and staff of University of Münster? Then, our German courses are just right for you. Our courses prepare you to a range of common communicative contexts in everyday life and familiarize you with German culture and the local area. Whether you are looking for opportunities to improve your German skills for everyday life or for study/research and work, our courses and workshops have something for everyone.
Sprachkurs: Deutsch A2 für Forschende und Mitarbeitende (Start 6. Oktober; Anmeldung jetzt möglich)
Date: 6 October 2025 - 29 January 2026 (Monday & Thursday)
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum), Lehrgebiet DaF (German as a Foreign Language Department)
Presenter: Dr. Sabine Fischer-Kania
Venue: Lehrgebiet DaF, Bahnhofstraße 8-10, 48143 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: spzgastw@uni-muenster.deAre you interested in learning German together with other international researchers and staff of University of Münster? Then, our German courses are just right for you. Our courses prepare you to a range of common communicative contexts in everyday life and familiarize you with German culture and the local area. Whether you are looking for opportunities to improve your German skills for everyday life or for study/research and work, our courses and workshops have something for everyone.
Sprachkurs: Deutsch B1 für Forschende und Mitarbeitende (Start 6. Oktober; Anmeldung jetzt möglich)
Date: 6 October 2025 - 28 January 2026 (Monday & Wednesday)
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum), Lehrgebiet DaF (German as a Foreign Language Department)
Presenter: Dr. Sabine Fischer-Kania
Venue: Lehrgebiet DaF, Bahnhofstraße 8-10, 48143 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: spzgastw@uni-muenster.deAre you interested in learning German together with other international researchers and staff of University of Münster? Then, our German courses are just right for you. Our courses prepare you to a range of common communicative contexts in everyday life and familiarize you with German culture and the local area. Whether you are looking for opportunities to improve your German skills for everyday life or for study/research and work, our courses and workshops have something for everyone.
Sprachkurs: Deutsch B2 für Forschende und Mitarbeitende (Start 6. Oktober; Anmeldung jetzt möglich)
Date: 6 October 2025 - 29 January 2026 (Monday & Thursday)
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum), Lehrgebiet DaF (German as a Foreign Language Department)
Presenter: Dr. Sabine Fischer-Kania
Venue: Lehrgebiet DaF, Bahnhofstraße 8-10, 48143 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: spzgastw@uni-muenster.deAre you interested in learning German together with other international researchers and staff of University of Münster? Then, our German courses are just right for you. Our courses prepare you to a range of common communicative contexts in everyday life and familiarize you with German culture and the local area. Whether you are looking for opportunities to improve your German skills for everyday life or for study/research and work, our courses and workshops have something for everyone.
Sprachkurs: Deutsch C1 für Forschende (Start 6. Oktober; Anmeldung jetzt möglich)
Date: 6 October 2025 - 28 January 2026 (Monday & Wednesday)
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum), Lehrgebiet DaF (German as a Foreign Language Department)
Presenter: Dr. Sabine Fischer-Kania
Venue: Lehrgebiet DaF, Bahnhofstraße 8-10, 48143 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: spzgastw@uni-muenster.deAre you interested in learning German together with other international researchers and staff of University of Münster? Then, our German courses are just right for you. Our courses prepare you to a range of common communicative contexts in everyday life and familiarize you with German culture and the local area. Whether you are looking for opportunities to improve your German skills for everyday life or for study/research and work, our courses and workshops have something for everyone.
Info-Event: Teaching and Training Abroad (7. Oktober 2025)
Title: Teaching and Training Abroad (Erasmus+)
Date: 7 October 2025
Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Target group: Academics (doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members etc.)
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Sonja Zeggel
Venue: Webinar (Zoom session)
Registration: staff.mobility@uni-muenster.de
E-Mail address: staff.mobility@uni-muenster.deHow to: Register for University Sports Münster/Hochschulsport (7. Oktober 2025)
Date: 7 October 2025
Time: 6:00 pm -7:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Webinar (Zoom session)
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: guesthouse.support@uni-muenster.deCurious about the university sports programme? Join us for a Zoom session to get to know the over 150 sports to choose from at the University of Münster. In addition to that, Welcome Centre Guesthouse staff will walk you through the process of creating your personal profile, booking and canceling memberships via booking portal and university sports app. The participation is free of charge. To get started, please have your university ID ready and download the university sports app beforehand (available in the Google Play Store and Apple App Store).
Networking-Event: Welcome Talk on Campus (9. Oktober 2025)
Date: 9 October 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.de
Get informed about living on campus! Join us for a chance to personally meet the community management as well as the advisory team of the Researchers & Staff department (International Office). Come and get to know about life on campus by connecting with other international researchers while learning all the essential details of your stay in the guesthouse apartments at the University of Münster. The participation is recommended for newly arrived researchers.Taster Session: Learn German In A Choir! (9. Oktober 2025)
Date: 9 October 2025
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office), Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deLearn German in a choir! No experience needed - all singing levels welcome. Join us for weekly choir practice and get connected with other international researchers while having the opportunity to practise German phonetics. Hosted by the Researchers & Staff Department (International Office) and the Language Centre, this event is aimed at international researchers, professors and university staff members. Practise will be led by Aline Klieber, an experienced singing teacher specialising in voice training and language learning, who's also part of the Language Centre team. During lessons you will learn the basics of singing, including proper breathing, training of listening skills and thus the ability to adapt language production. The participation is free of charge.
Info-Event: Essential first steps at the University of Münster (14. Oktober 2025)
Date: 14 October 2025
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Audrey Busch
Venue: Webinar (zoom session)
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for an interactive workshop designed specifically for international researchers and staff, where we'll cover the essentials of settling into university life in Münster and navigating the German academia. This workshop is a great opportunity to ask questions, meet fellow international colleguages, and get a head start on your journey at the University of Münster.
The participation is free of charge; Zoom link will be sent after registration.
Take a Tour: Stadtführung/Guided City Tour (19. Oktober 2025)
Date: 19 October 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Schlossplatz 2, 48149 Münster (Meeting point: Main entrance Schloss Münster)
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deDiscover the city of Münster on a guided city tour! Explore major monuments and get to know about historical buildings, churches and neighborhoods with an English-speaking guide; insights & laughs included! The tour will take place regardless of weather conditions, so please come prepared (rain or shine). The participation is free of charge.
November 2025
Meetup on Campus: Learn German In A Choir! (ongoing)
Date: 9 October 2025 - 18 December 2025 (on thursdays)
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office), Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deLearn German in a choir! No experience needed - all singing levels welcome. Join us for weekly choir practice and get connected with other international researchers while having the opportunity to practise German phonetics. Hosted by the Researchers & Staff Department (International Office) and the Language Centre, this event is aimed at international researchers, professors and university staff members. Practise will be led by Aline Klieber, an experienced singing teacher specialising in voice training and language learning, who's also part of the Language Centre team. During lessons you will learn the basics of singing, including proper breathing, training of listening skills and thus the ability to adapt language production. The participation is free of charge.
Networking-Event: Staying in Germany (13. November 2025)
Date: 13 November 2025
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff, CERes Münster
Presenter: Audrey Busch
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: TBA
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deSave the date and find out how staying in Germany can boost your personal and professional growth during the upcoming information event hosted by the 'Researchers & Staff' department (International Office) and Münster CERes. Designed for international researchers, professors and hosting staff, this event aims to provide valuable insights and guidance on navigating careers and legal frameworks in Germany. Registration will be open asap.
Dezember 2025
Meetup on Campus: Learn German In A Choir! (ongoing)
Date: 9 October 2025 - 18 December 2025 (on thursdays)
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, university staff members
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office), Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Register now
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deLearn German in a choir! No experience needed - all singing levels welcome. Join us for weekly choir practice and get connected with other international researchers while having the opportunity to practise German phonetics. Hosted by the Researchers & Staff Department (International Office) and the Language Centre, this event is aimed at international researchers, professors and university staff members. Practise will be led by Aline Klieber, an experienced singing teacher specialising in voice training and language learning, who's also part of the Language Centre team. During lessons you will learn the basics of singing, including proper breathing, training of listening skills and thus the ability to adapt language production. The participation is free of charge.
Networking-Event: Seasonal Celebration on Campus (11. Dezember 2025)
Date: 11 December 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House plus inner court Europa House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: tba
E-mail address: welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for our 'Seasonal Celebration' event! We will mix a bit of Christmas market atmosphere with the singing of Christmas carols over hot drinks and tasty treats. Whether you're looking to expand your professional circle or just have some fun, our upcoming gathering has something for everyone. While socializing, all little ones can help decorate our Christmas tree for which childcare will be provided. Register now to soak up some holiday atmosphere with us! The participation is free of charge.
Register by 8 December 2025.
Januar 2026
Networking-Event: Drop-by Thursday (22. Januar 2026)
Date: 22 January 2026
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: https://welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for a monthly gathering during winter to bring together international researchers, their families and hosting staff for casual conversations and hands-on help navigating their way around campus. These meetups are designed to drop by for a quick chat with Welcome Centre staff and and connect with fellow colleagues over some refreshments at Alexander von Humboldt-House/Europa House.
Februar 2026
Networking-Event: Drop-by Thursday (3. Februar 2026)
Date: 3 February 2026
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: https://welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for a monthly gathering during winter to bring together international researchers, their families and hosting staff for casual conversations and hands-on help navigating their way around campus. These meetups are designed to drop by for a quick chat with Welcome Centre staff and and connect with fellow colleagues over some refreshments at Alexander von Humboldt-House/Europa House.
März 2026
Networking-Event: Drop-by Thursday (19. März 2026)
Date: 19 March 2026
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Target group: International doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, professors, hosting staff
Organiser: Dept. for Researchers & Staff (International Office)
Presenter: Hendrik Steinbach
Venue: Alexander von Humboldt House, Hüfferstraße 61, 48149 Münster
Registration: Not needed
E-mail address: https://welcome.centre@uni-muenster.deJoin us for a monthly gathering during winter to bring together international researchers, their families and hosting staff for casual conversations and hands-on help navigating their way around campus. These meetups are designed to drop by for a quick chat with Welcome Centre staff and and connect with fellow colleagues over some refreshments at Alexander von Humboldt-House/Europa House.