Welcome to Helmut Schmidt University (HSU)!
Thank you for your interest in joining HSU as part of your exchange experience abroad!
We are pleased to welcome applications from:
- Students enrolled at one of our ERASMUS+ partner institutions
- Faculty members or staff from our ERASMUS+ partner institutions
- Students from universities with which we maintain a bilateral exchange agreement
- PhD candidates from our partner institutions
If you fall into one of the above categories, we would be delighted to host you for a semester or year abroad at HSU. Our team is committed to making your stay in Hamburg a valuable and memorable part of your academic journey.
At HSU, you’ll find a wide range of study programs taught in both German and English, as well as access to cutting-edge research opportunities. Explore our faculties and academic offerings here.
Curious about what life at HSU or in the city of Hamburg is like? Discover more here.
For details on how to apply, please refer to our step-by-step application guide.
If you have any questions or require assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Incoming Coordinator or any member of our International Office team.
Important Note for Freemover Applicants
We appreciate your interest in studying at HSU. However, due to limited resources, we are currently unable to accept freemover or independent exchange applications.
As one of only two universities providing academic education to members of the German Armed Forces, we are only able to host exchange students from institutions with which we have a formal partnership agreement.
We remain committed to fostering international collaboration and providing our exchange students with the opportunity to engage in academic and cultural exchange at the highest level.
You can find a list of our partner institutions here.
Letzte Änderung: 2. September 2025