Here you will find an overview of the events and workshops offered by the International Office in the current semester.
Our events are mainly open to all international students and doctoral students who are new in Cologne and started to study at the University of Cologne, but all Cologne students and doctoral students (German and Internationals, beginners and advanced students) are very welcome to join.
The events take place in German and/or English. We are looking forward to receiving your registrations!
Historical City Hall of the City of Cologne
live in the "Aula", in the "Hörsaalgebäude" and via live stream
Mensa Zülpicher Straße, MG Süd
Event series: lectures, book presentations, film screenings and more!
organized by the Kölner Studierendenwerk
organized by the Kölner Studierendenwerk
Sharpen your skill set for the German labour market: In our workshops, you will deepen essential competencies such as communication and networking while further developing your professional profile.
Online via zoom | Monday, 7 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | in English Language
On-Campus | Friday, 11 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 02:00 PM | in English Language
On-Campus | Saturday, 10 – Sunday, 11 October 2026 | 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM | in English Language
Online via Zoom | Wednesday, 23 September 2026 | 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
On-Campus | Tuesday, 29 September 2026 | 9:30 AM - 13:30 PM
Our free German sessions are designed around your everyday needs to support your learning journey: Improve your German skills for studying, working and living in Cologne.
On-Campus | Monday, 31 August – Wednesday, 2 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
On-Campus | Monday, 31 August – Wednesday, 2 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
On-Campus | Monday, 14 September – Wednesday, 16 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
On-Campus | Monday, 14 September – Wednesday, 16 September | 10.00 AM – 2:30 PM
Team “Counselling for international students”
Consultation hours (online and in person):
Tuesday: 10 am - 12:30 pm
Registration for consultation hours
For all other inquiries, please use our contact form for enrolled students
SSC (Student Service Center) Universitätsstr. 22a (ground floor), 50937 Cologne
