University of Greifswald

From left: Rector Prof. Dr. Katharina Riedel, prizewinner Aliya Mironova and Dr. Hasmik Hunanyan, Head of the International Office in front of guests at the award ceremony
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DAAD Prize 2026

This year's DAAD Prize was awarded to Aliya Mironova at the Dies Academicus on 30 June 2026. Ms. Mironova was honoured for her high level of commitment and her contributions toward student life and university politics which have seen her take on various roles, including in the AStA and ESN Network, at the University of Greifswald. Further activities include medical relief projects and solidarity events for those affected by the war in Ukraine.
Drei Menschen stehen in einem eleganten Raum, eine Frau wurde geehrt und hält eine Urkunde in der Hand.
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Honorary Doctorate for Ursula Gather

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences awarded Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Ursula Gather an honorary doctorate at their 75th anniversary celebrations. The internationally renowned mathematician and Chair of the Board of Trustees at the Krupp Foundation was honoured for her scientific contributions and immense efforts to foster Greifswald as an academic location.
Zwei Personen sitzen an einem Tisch und arbeiten mit einer Roboterhand. Auf dem Laptop ist ein Code zu sehen, der die Steuerung des Roboters zeigt.
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International Master's Degrees

From Bioversity, Ecology and Evolution to Data Science and from Earth Sciences to the History and Culture of the Baltic Sea Region - several of our master's degree courses can be studied in English.

Drei Studierende stehen auf dem Campus Loefflerstraße.
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Degree-Seeking Students

Are you thinking of studying for a degree in Germany? Our University has a wide range of possible courses and Greifswald is a vibrant student town on the Baltic Sea Coast. Find out more about study opportunities here.

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Exchange Students

The University of Greifswald has a lot to offer exchange students, whether you are on the Erasmus+ programme or from one of our many international partner universities. Find out more about the requirements, the application process, studying, and enjoying your time here in Greifswald here.

Dr. Franziska Tanneberger in der Mesokosmenanlage
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Research Domains

In its new Research Strategy, the University of Greifswald defined three research domains: the Baltic Sea Region, One Health, and Prevention. These are supported by the 12 well-established interdisciplinary key research topics. More about our research can be found here.

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International Brunch

The International Office has introduced a new exchange format for all international members of the university community and those interested in foreign cultures. Bring a dish from your home country and add it to the diverse buffet held on the last Sunday of every month at 10 a.m. in the STRAZE.

Broaden your Horizon in Greifswald

Discover more about our University in this short video that provides several reasons why you should choose Greifswald for your studies or as a work location. Historic buildings and centuries of tradition meet cutting-edge research and teaching facilities on the shores of the Baltic Sea.

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Logo Charta Familie in der Hochschule
Logo European University Alliance KreativEU
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