Bielefeld University is internationally well connected in research and academia. It strives to firmly anchor internationalisation experiences in all areas of the university. Focal points of internationalisation are: - the continuation of worldwide co-operation and deepening of international networking as well as the deepening of the European University Alliance NEOLAiA, - increasing mobility - physical and virtual - in studies, teaching and research and - supporting top international research The Erasmus+ programme is the central element of internationalisation. Bielefeld University and all its faculties have been participating in the Erasmus programme for 37 years. Management structures have been created that have a far-reaching impact on the university. All members of the university can benefit from mobility programmes. The overriding aim here is to acquire international experience, intercultural skills and foreign language skills. Key competences, digital skills and shared values should also be taught. In addition to individual mobility, participation in projects to strengthen European strategic cooperation is of great importance. The European University Alliance NEOLAiA aims to bring about far-reaching institutional change.