Incoming Exchange Students at the University of Bucharest
Before applying to the University of Bucharest as an exchange student, candidates must be officially nominated by their home university. Only students nominated by a partner institution may proceed to the application and admission stage.
Quick Facts
Minimum English language proficiency: B2
Autumn Semester (Semester I): beginning of October - mid February
Spring Semester (Semester II): mid February - mid July
Academic Information
Exchange students may select courses from both Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programmes according to their academic background, study cycle, and learning objectives. Course selection is completed through the Exchange Mobility Agreement in consultation with the home university.
Students interested in Romanian language studies may also apply for the Romanian Language Programme, available exclusively to students enrolled in Romanian language and literature studies at their home institution.
The Romanian language course is offered exclusively to partner universities that have concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Bucharest for Romanian language studies. Students nominated under this type of agreement will be enrolled in the Romanian Preparatory Year programme and will follow the complete curriculum established for this programme throughout the academic year.
As the study plan is predefined and all students attend the same Romanian language and cultural courses included in the Preparatory Year curriculum, students applying for this programme are not required to complete or submit an Exchange Mobility Agreement during either the nomination or the application process.
To complete the Exchange Mobility Agreement, please consult the available Bachelor’s Degree course offer for exchange students, using the buttons below.
Course availability and ECTS credits may be subject to change. If modifications are required after arrival, students must consult the faculty secretariat and notify the International Relations Office to update their Exchange Mobility Agreement accordingly.
The revised document will be signed and sent to the home university for approval.
To complete the Exchange Mobility Agreement, please consult the available Master’s Degree course offer for exchange students, using the buttons below.
Course availability and ECTS credits may be subject to change. If modifications are required after arrival, students must consult the faculty secretariat and notify the International Relations Office to update their Exchange Mobility Agreement accordingly.
The revised document will be signed and sent to the home university for approval.
Practical Information
Step 1: Nomination by Home University
Nomination Deadlines
Autumn Semester:
June 1st of each academic year
Spring Semester:
October 15th of each academic year
Nomination Procedure
During the nomination phase, the home university and the student must complete the Exchange Mobility Agreement, indicating the proposed study programme and preliminary course selection.
The completed agreement must be uploaded through the nomination platform before the applicable deadline.
Following the evaluation of the nomination, the University of Bucharest will inform students and partner institutions of the outcome. Successfully nominated students will receive the Exchange Mobility Agreement signed by the University of Bucharest.
Students are advised to keep a copy of all submitted documents, as some of them may be required again during the application stage.
Step 2: Application by nominated students
Application Deadlines
Autumn Semester:
July 1st of each academic year
Spring Semester:
November 15th of each academic year
Application Procedure
Students whose nomination has been approved by the University of Bucharest may proceed with the submission of their application documents.
At this stage, applicants must upload the Exchange Mobility Agreement signed by the University of Bucharest, together with all required supporting documents and the Accommodation form (if accommodation is required) through the application platform.
Applications are reviewed by the University of Bucharest and subsequently forwarded to the Romanian Ministry of Education for academic recognition and final approval.
After obtaining the Letter of Acceptance nominated students must apply for the study visa (if required).
Required Documents
Below you will find the documents required for your admission.
Download the checklist to keep track of your progress and review the complete document requirements.
Application Documents
- Application Form
- Exchange Mobility Agreement
- Accommodation Form
- Student Certificate confirming the enrolment at the Home University (and certified translation)
- Academic Transcripts from Home University (and certified translation)
Identity Documents
- Birth Certificate (and certified translation)
- International Passport (valid at least 6 months after day of application)
- Proof of Permanent Residence in country of origin (and certified translation)
Academic Documents
Applicable for Bachelor's Degree candidates:
- High School Diploma (and certified translation)
- High School Transcript of Records (and certified translation)
Applicable for Master's Degree candidates:
- High School Diploma (and certified translation)
- High School Transcript of Records (and certified translation)
- Bachelor's Degree Diploma (and certified translation)
- Bachelor's Degree Transcript of Records (and certified translation)
Medical Documents
- Medical Certificate confirming fitness for study (issued within the last 30 days prior application; and certified translation)
- Documents issued in countries that are part of the Hague Convention must bear the Hague Apostille.
- Documents issued in countries that are not part of the Hague Convention must be superlegalized by the competent authorities.
All study documents that are not originally issued in Romanian, English, or French must be accompanied by an authorized translation and legalized by a public notary.
Documents originally issued in Romanian, English, or French do not require translation; however, any required legalization procedures remain mandatory. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in delays or the rejection of your enrolment file.
What Happens During Enrolment?
At the International Relations Office:
Submit your original documents
Sign the Study Contract
Complete the enrolment process
Receive your Student ID Card and your Public Transport Card (where applicable)
Important Information
All documents submitted during the admission process must be presented in original at enrolment, alongside 4 photos (size: 3/4 cm) and a new medical certificate confirming fitness for study (issued within the last 30 days prior enrolment).
Failure to present the original documents may result in the impossibility of completing the enrolment process.
For candidates under age 18: Candidates under the age of 18 must be accompanied during enrolment by one or both parents. As minors cannot independently sign enrolment documents in Romania, the required parental authorisations must be provided. If a parent is unable to attend, a notarised power of attorney/declaration from the absent parent (or from both parents, where applicable) must be presented.
Already Enroled?
After activating your University of Bucharest email account, you will be able to access the International Students Area and all available student resources.