Welcome Centre
Information for Doctoral Students, Postdocs and Professors
The Welcome Centre aims to support internationally mobile Researchers, the host Faculty and research institutions as well as staff, people who are international doctoral candidates with all questions related to the organisation of their stay in Germany. At the Welcome Centre, you will not only receive information on all the formalities that need to be taken care of, such as visa applications and health insurance. We will also be happy to answer your questions about everyday life in Bielefeld and Germany and help you find a place to live. You can find initial answers to the most pressing questions on our website.
Please inform us as early as possible about your planned stay at Bielefeld University and register via the online registration. This primarily enables us to advise and support you individually before your arrival and to prepare for your arrival.
Hear all about the logistics of researching at Bielefeld University in this episode of the "Chances and Challenges" Podcast made by the Bielefeld Graduate School in History and Sociology : Starting a PhD in Germany - The logistical Side of Life
Advice and Service
Infopunkt International
Monday - Friday: 11.00-13.00
Student Service Center: A0-307 (Site Map)
Consulting hours via Zoom and phone
Monday and Thursday: 11.00-13.00
Zoom
Phone: +49 521 106 67766
Fax: +49 521 106 154880
(If required and by arrangement, counselling is also available in French, Italian, Russian or Spanish).
Email: welcome@uni-bielefeld.de
For emergencies, please contact the following:
Information for Doctoral Students
Are you planning your doctorate/Phd studies at Bielefeld University and have questions about organising your stay?
Information for Researchers
Are you an internationally mobile Researcher planning a research stay at Bielefeld University?
© Universität Bielefeld Online Registration
Please inform us as early as possible about your planned stay at Bielefeld University and register online. This primarily enables us to advise and support you individually before your arrival and to prepare for your arrival.
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