Student and staff mobility in vocational education and training
Our international activities
International mobility is a central part of our educational approach.
We organise and participate in a wide range of activities, including student exchanges, study trips and staff mobility programmes. These activities are closely linked to our vocational training in logistics and security.
STUDENT MOBILITY
International exchange programmes
Canada – Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)
Description:
Long-term cooperation with NSCC including student mobility and practical training experiences in Canada.
Activities:
- practical insights into port and maritime logistics
- exchange with Canadian students and staff
- training in real working environments
Links:
- 2025 Exchange
- 2024 Exchange – Part 1 & Part 2
- Schüleraustausch 2024 Teil 1: NSCC in Hamburg - BS27 Hamburg
- Schüleraustausch 2024 Teil 2: BS27 in Nova Scotia - BS27 Hamburg
- Partnership Development:
European study visits
Port study trip: Rotterdam – Antwerp – Zeebrugge
Description:
Annual study trip for vocational students focusing on the comparison of major European ports.
Activities:
- visits to port terminals and logistics facilities
- analysis of international logistics processes
- cooperation with partner institutions
STAFF MOBILITY
Job shadowing and training
Description:
Teachers regularly participate in international job shadowing and training activities.
Examples:
- Spain (Basque Country)
- France
- other European partners
Focus:
- exchange of teaching practices
- development of vocational training concepts
- strengthening international cooperation
LONG-TERM EXPERIENCE
BS27 has a long tradition of international activities and mobility.
Example: Nicaragua (until 2017)
Description:
Long-term international cooperation and study visits, currently paused due to the political situation in the region.
FUNDING & PROGRAMMES
Our international activities are supported by various programmes, including:
- Erasmus+
- Joachim Herz Stiftung
- national and international funding initiatives
- long-term institutional partnerships
VERKNÜPFUNG ZU COOPERATION
All activities are based on strong partnerships with international institutions.
Learn more about our partners