In the frame of this cooperation students from Germany and China have the opportunity to study at the respective partner university abroad. You attend international courses in marine sciences, can gain an additional language qualification and extend your intercultural communication skills. Learning on an interdisciplinary scientific basis and an exceptional experience abroad strengthen your chances in the employment market! All courses are held in English. Your successful participation will be certified by the partner university and after your return you continue your studies at your home university. You have the possibility to apply for a grant to cover travel costs and the stay of eleven months abroad.

The following disciplines are involved in the exchange programme between Qingdao and Kiel:

• at OUC: Marine Biology and Physical and Environmental Oceanography

• at CAU: Biological Oceanography and Climate Physics