Reality Check

In our reality check, you have the opportunity to consider whether this degree program corresponds to your interests and abilities and what motivates you personally for your studies. Use our information offers on campus and talk to students, the Central Student Counselling Service, or attend a lecture. That will help you to check your expectations and get an idea of what studying in Hohenheim is like!

Does the degree program suit me?

You’ve read all the information? Then check whether the degree program you’ve chosen is the right one for you. The following questions will help you:

Subject-area interest

  • Are you interested in the content of the degree program?
  • Did you have fun reading the texts about the degree program?

Requirements

  • Do you understand what is expected of you in the program?
  • Do you feel that you can meet the requirements in the program?
  • Do you already fulfill the requirements?
  • Do you think you can develop the required skills?

Motivation

  • What are your reasons for wanting to study in this degree program?
  • What fascinates you?
  • What do you want to achieve with your studies?

Career choice

  • Do you see yourself reflected in the professional fields listed?
  • If you already have a desired career: Will this degree program enable you to work in your desired career?

Gut feeling

  • Are you excited about starting the program?
  • How do you feel about the decision for this degree program?
  • Do you have hesitations?

Are you still unsure?

If you are still unsure about your decision, the University of Hohenheim’s Central Student Counselling Center (ZSB) can offer you assistance.

Taster course

Use the University of Hohenheim’s offer to attend a real lecture: In the taster course you can learn a bit about the program content in a few selected lectures, talk to students, discover the campus, and get to know everyday life at the University and find out what it means to study.

Where and when: you can find the time, location, and start of the respective lectures in the Pupils’ Course Catalog.

Registration: Registration is not necessary unless it is explicitly noted or if you want to attend a course with a larger group (more than 5 people). If you have questions, please contact the Central Student Counselling Center (ZSB).

Student for a Day

If you have a specific idea about your desired degree program, you can get a realistic look at everyday life studying at the University of Hohenheim as a “Student for a Day.”

Our student mentors answer your questions about studying, take you to the lectures, and show you around campus.

Further information and registration: Contact the mentors in your desired degree program using the contact information on the website and agree on a date for your day together at the University of Hohenheim. If you have more questions, please contact Katrin Renschler via email.

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Reports on experiences

Isabel Bürschgens

Isabel Bürschgens wanted to be a pastry chef, but then she decided to do the Bachelor's program in “Food Science and Biotechnology” at the University of Hohenheim - today, she lives in New Zealand and works for the flavor manufacturer Sensient.

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Bastian Hörmann

Bastian Hörmann completed a Bachelor’s in Food Science and Biotechnology at the University of Hohenheim followed by a Master’s in Food Science and Food Technology. Today, he works in Product Management with the food producer ADM Wild.

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Claudia Gras

Claudia Gras completed her Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Biotechnology at the University of Hohenheim and stayed for her Master’s and doctorate. Today, she works in the area of research and development with Döhler, a manufacturer of technology-based, natural food additives.

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