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Academic Calendar

Semester 1: Early September to late February

Semester 2: Early March to late August

 
 
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Module Catalogue

The University has details of the modules available.

View VSB Module Catalogue
 
 
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Student Guide

You probably have plenty of questions about your destination. You can find some of the answers in Aachen's student guide.

View Student Guide
 
 
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Accommodation

The largest provider of student accommodation in Aachen is the Studentenwerk. Private accommodation is also available if you wish to organise this yourself.

Explore your accommodation options
 
 
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Financial Support and Living Costs

Find out your estimated monthly expenses and learn what forms of financial support may be available to you.

As a UK Erasmus student, for the 2021/22 academic year you are entitled to receive an Erasmus Grant. Guidance on funding for students undertaking exchange in the 2022/23 academic year will be added soon.

View cost of living information
 
 
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Transport

From the airports, you can travel to Aachen by train with Deutsche Bahn. In Aachen, there is a good network of public buses - ASEAG.

Find out more about travelling to Aachen