International online Semester at the Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences (HSWT) in German
Dear student,
Be an exchange student at the Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition of the University of Applied Sciences Weihenstephan-Triesdorf!
In the upcoming winter term, from 1 September 2025 to 14 March 2026, Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences (HSWT) in Germany invites you to join our English, French, Spanish and/or Ukrainian-taught study programme in the field of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition. In addition, students can also choose from a variety of lectures offered at the Virtual Bavarian University (vhb).
HSWT is known as one of the leading Universities of Applied Sciences in Life Sciences in Germany with a strong international network. Guided by our experienced teaching staff, you will have the opportunity to learn online about basic and advanced topics in agriculture, food and the farming industry. You will gain profound insights into current trends and developments in these fields.
Studying in our international student community will be an exciting and effective learning experience. As students enrolled at the HSWT you will have the opportunity to gain European Credits, which can be acknowledged by your home university.
HSWT has extensive experience with online classes and can offer a stable and efficient online learning environment.
Participation Requirements
» Enrolment in Agriculture, Food Stuff Management or related fields at a university outside of Germany
» Undergraduate students in their 2nd or later year
» For Foreign language modules (English, French, Spanish): Language proficiency of at least level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) - or native speaker
» For Ukrainian language modules: Ukrainian language proficiency of at least level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) - or native speaker
» Willingness to learn and work
» Team spirit
How to apply
If your university and HSWT have a cooperation agreement, please ask your department coordinator or International Office coordinator to nominate you for the programme (by 15 May at the latest). Once we have received your nomination, we will send you information on our online application procedure. If there is no agreement between the universities in place, you may study with us as a Freemover. In this case, please send an e-mail to Ludmilla Kamsin Этот адрес электронной почты защищён от спам-ботов. У вас должен быть включен JavaScript для просмотра. by 15 May 2025 at the latest. All documents needed for the enrolment have to be sent by 1 June 2025.
Costs
HSWT does not charge any tuition fees. A student union fee of 72 Euro has to be paid upon enrolment.
Poster International Online Semester
Contact for questions
Ludmilla Kamsin
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Coordinator online semester
FK LT Campus Triesdorf
International Summer Programme
Agriculture, Food and Nutrition - B.Sc. Agriculture
28 April - 20 July 2025
Dear students,
In the upcoming summer term Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences (HSWT) in Germany invites you to join our English-taught study programme in the field of Agriculture, Food, and Nutrition at our campus in Triesdorf.
Guided by HSWT’s experienced teaching staff, you will learn about the general structure of the agricultural, food and farming industry in Germany and gain profound insight into current trends and developments. By employing varied teaching methods such as seminars, group learning, online courses and excursions, students are given the opportunity to develop their personal as well as professional skills. Studying in our international student community will be an exciting learning and cultural experience.
Classes take place at our Triesdorf campus, which forms an integral part of the Triesdorf Educational Centre for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (‘Bildungszentrum Triesdorf’), the only one of its kind in Germany. The centre’s close integration with state-of-the-art infrastructure creates valuable synergies that provide many benefits for our university and its departments.
Participation Requirements
» Enrollment in Agriculture, Food Stuff Management or related fields in a university outside of Germany
» Undergraduate students 2nd year or advanced
» English language proficiency of at least level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for
Languages (CEFR)
» Willingness to learn and work
» Team spirit
How to apply
If your university and HSWT have a cooperation agreement, please ask your department coordinator or International Office coordinator to nominate you for the programme. Once we have
received your nomination, we will send you information on our online application procedure. If there is no agreement in place, you may study with us as a Freemover. In this case, please send an e-mail to the International Office at HSWT (see below) by December 10th.
For further information see also: https://www.hswt.de/en/international/ways-to-the-hswt/exchange-students
Costs
HSWT does not charge any tuition fees. A semester fee of approx. 72 Euro has to be paid upon enrollment.
Non-EU students, should refer to our website for information on the required financial proof in order to obtain
a visa for studies in Germany.
Accommodation
There are various student residences and private rooms for rent. The International Office at HSWT will support
students in finding accommodation. The rental rate per month will be approximately 250-350 Euro.
We look forward to welcoming you at HSWT!
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Miriam Ferstl-Trotzky
International Office
Campus Triesdorf
Prof. Dr. Ralf Schlauderer
Coordinator Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition