Departing from Dresden into the whole wide world! Semesters abroad, internships, or language courses – as a student, you will definitely benefit from a stay abroad. You can improve your professional and language skills, make contacts, find friends, get to know other cultures, and much more. To gain an overview of the many different options, check out our site. Erasmus+ Study Abroad

In addition to the ERASMUS program, TU Dresden offers other funding programs to finance stays abroad, such as PROMOS for stays outside Europe. Within the framework of the central exchange program TUDworldwide, students of the TU Dresden can apply for an exchange place at one of the numerous non-European partner universities across all disciplines.

Tips and Programs for a Stay Abroad during your Studies

To study at TU Dresden? Here you can find all information and possibilities related to scholarships and study visits at TU Dresden. Scholarships for Applicants and Students from Abroad

The first point of contact for internships abroad is the LEONARDO OFFICE SAXONY. The LEONARDO OFFICE offers a free all-round service: application workshops, intercultural preparation courses, internship placement and support, and the awarding of scholarships.

In addition to study visits, the Erasmus+ Program can also support study-related internships abroad.

University groups like AIESEC or IAESTE can help you with the placement or promotion of internships abroad and provide you with extensive support.

The Research Experience Program is an exclusive and competitive partnership program for selected institutions outside the European Union. It offers bachelor and master students from Australia, Canada, Israel, New Zealand, South Africa, and the USA the opportunity to gain first-class research experience with a selection from a wide range of subjects. The participants work together with doctoral students, scientists, and/or professors in current research projects at TU Dresden.

The DAAD program “Eastern Partnerships” strengthens and promotes partnership relations with universities in Central Eastern, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe as well as the countries of the South Caucasus and Central Asia. The “Eastern Partnerships” contribute to the development of international relations through education and research, to the dissemination and promotion of the German language abroad, and to crisis and conflict management.

Funding is available for shorter study and research stays. The purpose of the stay is to strengthen or initiate cooperation between (junior) scientists of TU Dresden and the partner universities in Central and Eastern Europe. In addition, research-related work may be conducted in archives, university libraries, and university-affiliated institutes during the stay.

Study Abroad in Taiwan - Semiconductor Talent Incubation Program

The "Semiconductor Talent Incubation Program" in Taiwan offers unique insights into cutting-edge production and research in the semiconductor industry and provides the opportunity to outstanding skills for a professional career. The Saxon-Taiwanese program is a joint initiative of the Free State of Saxony, TU Dresden and TSMC. It includes a study program and practical training at TSMC, a global leader in the semiconductor sector.

You will study at National Taiwan University (Taipei) from March to June 2025. More partner universities will be added from 2025. The course program consists of TSMC semiconductor modules (Device/Integration, Tool/Equipment Engineering, Intelligent Manufacturing). You will then complete a two-month practical training at the Newcomer Training Center & Fab at TSMC (Taichung) from July to August. You can earn up to 30 ECTS credits. The selected candidates will receive funding in the amount of 700,00 EUR per month for their living expenses in Taiwan, a travel subsidy of 1.500,00 EUR in addition to tuition and program fees. Housing will be provided but must be paid for by participants.

More info on the "Semiconductor Talent Incubation Program"

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