Event program
LUH offers a diverse event program that gives you the opportunity to discover interesting places and network. From trips to nearby cities to cultural experiences in Hannover, there is something for everyone to get to know the region and establish new contacts.
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12.04.2026 - Excursion to Celle Castle
As the region of Hannover is rich in monarchic history, an underrated gem lies just nearby Hannover. Celle Castle is the old seat of the dukes in renaissance time is a beautiful palace to explore. Just outside the region of Hannover, it is a nice rural place in southern Lower Saxony.
Time: 10:45 am
Place: Hannover Main Station
Registration: At the Welcome Centre of the International Office (Payment with LeibnizCard or Cash)
Fee: 5鈧
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23.04.2026 - Welcome & Connect
An event to give doctoral candidates who have been here for some time a space to get to know more people, as well as to give newcomers the chance to get an introduction to their stay abroad and to exchange ideas with other international doctoral candidates on site!
Time: 6:30 pm
Place: International Office
Registration: Here
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02.05.2026 - Geocaching
Do you like little riddles? Do you like being outside in the summer? Then geocaching is the perfect activity for you! This modern scavenger hunt involves exploring the outdoors and discovering the hiding place of a puzzle solved via GPS.
Time: 3:30 pm
Place: TBA
Registration: Here
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31.05.2026 - Visit of the Herrenhausen Gardens
The Herrenhausen Gardens were built in the 17th century for Electress Sophie and now serve as a backdrop for popular festivities (fireworks competition, "Kleine Fest im Gro脽en Garten", etc.). In addition to the baroque "Gro脽er Garten", we will also visit the "Berggarten" including the botanical park.
Time: 11:00 am
Place: Entrance 鈥淕ro脽er Garten鈥
Registration: Here
German Language Course
LUH offers German language courses for international doctoral candidates, researchers, and postdocs to facilitate their entry into academic life. These courses help to deepen existing language skills and to better navigate life in Germany.
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German Language Course Level A1.2
The International Office offers a German course level A1.2 in cooperation with the Leibniz Language Center (LLC). This course comprises 30 teaching units and is designed for International doctoral candidates, researchers and postdocs.
Participation fee: 150鈧 per person + work materials for class
Venue: LLC
Time: Monday & Wednesday, 5:30-7:45 pm
Start: From 04.05.2026
Registration: If you are interested in the course, please contact Lena.Benjes@zuv.uni-hannover.de with your full name, nationality and institute at LUH. Places will be allocated on 24.04.2026 at the latest.
Workshops & Informative Sessions
LUH offers English-language workshops on German academic culture and intercultural competence. These courses are ideal for international researchers and doctoral candidates.
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22.04.2026 - "Bleiben wollen - bleiben k枚nnen": Starting your Career after Graduation in Germany
Would you like to stay in the Hanover region?
The German Federal Employment Agency can inform you about the following subjects:- right of residence and immigration law
- job placement
- best practice
- financial coverage
- job application
In addition to encouraging testimonials and a lot of information (incl. from the Foreigners鈥 Registration Office), there will once again be the opportunity for one-to-one discussions with a large supporting network.
Time: 5 pm
Venue: BiZ of the Hanover Federal Employment Agency (Escherstr. 17, 30159 Hanover)
You can find more details .
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09.05.2026 - Research in International Teams 鈥 Improve your Intercultural Competences
This workshop is all about intercultural communication and the key to successful research work with colleagues from all over the world. It is a great opportunity for international PhDs to learn more about the German way of communication and doing research but it is also important for German doctoral candidates who, although doing research in Germany, will have to work with people from all over the world. The workshop is nothing like a 鈥渂oring鈥 presentation but rather a pleasant sharing of experiences and searching for strategies on how to work best in an international environment.
The workshop is led by a intercultural trainer who has spent a lot of time abroad herself and has been running workshops at the International Office for many years. Participants in her workshop can not only improve their intercultural skills, but also learn a lot about themselves.
Venue: International Office
Language: English
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Registration: here
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14.11.2026 - Research in International Teams 鈥 Improve your Intercultural Competences
This workshop is all about intercultural communication and the key to successful research work with colleagues from all over the world. It is a great opportunity for international PhDs to learn more about the German way of communication and doing research but it is also important for German doctoral candidates who, although doing research in Germany, will have to work with people from all over the world. The workshop is nothing like a 鈥渂oring鈥 presentation but rather a pleasant sharing of experiences and searching for strategies on how to work best in an international environment.
The workshop is led by a intercultural trainer who has spent a lot of time abroad herself and has been running workshops at the International Office for many years. Participants in her workshop can not only improve their intercultural skills, but also learn a lot about themselves.
Venue: International Office
Language: English
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Registration: here
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Counseling at the International Office
Appointments can be made at any time by email or telephone. Counseling is available on the following topics: visas/residence permits, enrollment, cotutelle, course programs, stays abroad during doctoral studies, and general questions about your stay. Contact details are provided below.
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Counseling at the Mechanical Engineering Campus in Garbsen
As the university is divided into several campuses, some of which are quite far apart, the International Office regularly offers consultation hours for doctoral students in Garbsen. These take place in room 001 (building 8132). Please make an appointment in advance.
Date: 16 April, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (further dates will be announced)
Offer for postdocs
LUH offers an onboarding program for postdocs to provide them with quick orientation and networking opportunities within the university. The meetings take place every third Thursday at 12:30 pm.
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Onboarding for Postdocs
This programme is designed to provide new postdocs with quick orientation and good networking within LUH. The programme takes place every 3rd Thursday at 12:30 pm on various dates. Further information can be found here.
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