Choosing a degree program

Find the right program

Are you looking for the right degree program for you? Maybe you already know what subject you want to study, but you don't yet know which specific program is right for you? Finding the right degree program is not always easy! After all, there are over 20,000 degree programs in Germany. Many aspects have to be considered and weighed against each other when choosing a course of study. So how do you get off to a good start? We would like to support you in your choice of studies and show you possibilities for getting a first impression of which programs might suit you.

Study orientation at the University of Hohenheim | Online self-tests | Study information portals | BEST training | My choice of program

Study orientation at the University of Hohenheim

Comparing degree programs

You already know what you want to study, but you're not sure yet which degree program is right for you and how the content of the programs differ from each other? We compared our Bachelor's programs in the three disciplines of Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Business, Economics, and Social Sciences using the example of an apple. In the comparison, we explore how a particular degree program views an apple. This way you can see the similarities and differences of the programs at a glance and compare them.

Comparison: Bachelor's study programs

Get informed about individual programs

In order to give you a clear picture of the individual Bachelor's programs at the University of Hohenheim, the program pages offer insights into the structure and content of the programs, information on practical relevance in the studies, and gives ideas about career opportunities. Former students report on their studies and career entry.

Discover our degree programs and find the one that best suits you.

Get informed about individual programs

Events on choosing a degree program

To support you in your study orientation and decision, we offer various events throughout the year and also participate in external events. From education fairs to information events to trial studies - you have numerous opportunities to find out about the degree programs and the University of Hohenheim.

Bachelor’s Information Day
Campus tours
Fairs
Try out studying
Prospective student information day
Open Day
Event for prospective student orientation

More on getting to know Hohenheim

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Online self-tests

With around 10,000 undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree programs in Germany at present, it is not always easy to keep track of them all. Online self-tests can provide initial guidance and help determine which degree programs might fit your skills, interests, and goals. They are free of charge and you can do them any time and anywhere!

Good to know: Anyone wishing to begin a Bachelor's degree program in Baden-Württemberg must provide proof of a study orientation process when enrolling.

We recommend the following two tests for study orientation and for proof of the study orientation process, but there are many other self-tests available.

Orientation Test (OT)

With the orientation test www.was-studiere-ich.de you test which degree program and which occupation best fits you. The test determines your personal interest and ability profile and provides corresponding program recommendations at all universities in Baden-Württemberg. Those who take the orientation test will receive a certificate of participation in the test - no test score will be shown on it.

We recommend the Orientation Test (OT) as evidence for a study orientation procedure for the Bachelor's degree programs at the University of Hohenheim.

Teacher Orientation Test (Teacher Test)

With the online self-test Career Counselling for Teachers, you can find out for yourself whether a teaching degree is a good fit for you. In five stages, you will explore the job profile of teachers and whether this fits you, your personal prerequisites for the teaching profession, and your previous experience working with children and young people. At the end you will receive a summary of your test results as well as ideas for further steps.

Students who wish to study Biology Teacher Program for Gymnasium, B.A. or Education for Business and Economics, B.Sc at the University of Hohenheim must prove that they have taken the teacher test as a study orientation procedure.

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Study information portals

There are numerous study information portals where you can search for degree programs, fields of study, but you can also search by location. Here are some helpful platforms:

Hochschulkompass.de: Information portal of the German Rectors' Conference (HRK) with official information of German universities and a study place market
Studieren-in-BW: Information for studying in Baden-Württemberg
Choice of program: Online study guide from the Federal Employment Agency and Hochschulstart.de
Studieren.de: Search engine for degree programs with detailed database
Zeit Campus: Search engine for degree programs and study interest test from ZEIT publishing house
StudyCheck: Evaluation portal and program database

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BEST training

BEST is a two-day decision-making training program for students at general and vocational high schools in Baden-Württemberg on the topic of "career and study orientation.” The training is designed to enable students to make self-directed, informed career and study choices that reflect their personal abilities and interests.

You can find an overview of the BEST trainings offered in your area and information about registration, costs, number of participants, access to seminar evaluation and certificate at: www.bw-best.de.

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My degree program

You have informed yourself online about the degree programs at the University of Hohenheim and also participated in an information event? You are about to make a decision? Then check again if the program you have chosen is the right one for you. The following questions will help you:

Subject-area interest

Are you interested in the contents of the degree program?
Did you enjoy reading the texts about the degree program?

Requirements

Did you realize what is expected in the degree program?
Do you feel up to the demands of the program?
Do you already meet the requirements?
Can you imagine developing these required skills?

Images

For what reasons do you want to study this degree program?
What fascinates you?
What do you want to achieve through your studies?

Career choice

Can you imagine yourself working in the professional fields mentioned?
If you already have a career aspiration: Does this degree program enable you to pursue the profession of your choice?

Gut feeling

Are you excited to start this program?
How does your decision for this program feel?
Do you feel any hesitation?

Are you still unsure?
If you are still unsure about your decision, the Central Student Counselling Center at the University of Hohenheim will be happy to help you.

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