How to apply for study leave
If you are prevented from continuing your studies for an important reason in accordance with the enrollment regulations of Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, you can apply for a leave of absence.
Important reasons are in particular:
- An illness that precludes proper study,
- Completion of an internship,
- A period of study abroad,
- Being called up for military service,
- An active membership of university committees and student councils,
- Pregnancy, maternity leave, parental leave,
- Caring of close relatives
The request is made via the myOVGU portal. Instructions for applying for a leave of absence can be found here.
A Leave of absence is only granted for an entire semester. The period of leave of absence should not exceed two consecutive semesters. As a rule, you cannot be granted a leave of absence for more than 4 semesters during the duration of your studies in one degree program. A leave of absence in an undergraduate degree program is not granted for the first semester, a leave of absence for the first semester in a Master's degree program is possible. A retrospective leave of absence for a semester that has already been completed is not possible.
As a rule, the application must be submitted within the official re-registration period. However, approval of the leave of absence does not automatically change your enrolment status. Further conditions for this are the payment of the mandatory fees and charges and that there are no other obstacles to re-registration for the semester applied for.
Students' rights and obligations are generally suspended during the leave of absence. Examinations and assessments can only be completed with the approval of the relevant examination board. Please contact your examination office in advance for further information.
If you are receiving benefits from the Studentenwerk (BAföG, accommodation in halls of residence), you must notify them immediately of your leave of absence.
If international students (non-EU) are planning to spend more than 6 months abroad, please inform the Foreigners' Registration Office before leaving Germany. Further information can also be obtained from the International Office.
Please ensure that your health insurance cover remains valid. During your leave of absence, you are still obliged to pay insurance and contributions. Therefore, please contact your health insurance provider in good time to clarify your insurance status during your leave of absence.