Guide to Advising

Find out who you need to talk to! The University of Hohenheim offers a wide range of advising and information services. Use the Guide to Advising to quickly find the information you need: First, pick the topic you have questions about. You will then find initial information on the respective website. There you will also find the contact persons if you have further questions.

Get quick and targeted answers to your questions
You can’t find your question or topic here? In our overview of the central contact persons you will find all institutions and their responsibilities in alphabetical order

Overview of central contact persons | Contact Central Student Counselling Center (ZSB)

Interested in studying

What can I study at the University of Hohenheim?
Where can I find information about the degree programs?
I still have unanswered questions, who can I contact?
Can I study without a secondary school diploma? What documents do I need?

Information and answers on these topics

Application and admission

How and when do I apply for a degree program? What documents do I need?
What are the deadlines for application and admission?
I am from a non-EU country and have questions about my application.
I got an admission letter! How do I enroll?

Information and answers on these topics

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Contacts

Student Counselling Center
We are happy to help you!

Contacts

Student Counselling Center

We are happy to help you!

Open office hours (in person)
Mon, Thurs 2 - 4 p.m.

Telephone office hours
+49 711 459 22064
Mon, Thurs 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Tues 2 - 4 p.m.

Email service
zsb@uni-hohenheim.de

WhatsApp
01522 6247 075

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Your start in Hohenheim

There are many unanswered questions when you’re getting started:

What introductory events and semester dates apply to me?
How do I create my personal schedule? What do I do if I missed the introduction days?
How do I get Internet access and a library account? What if I have IT problems?
Lost on campus? Where is the Audimax?
How and where do I have to re-register? Where can I get initial information on campus?

Information and answers on these topics

Managing your studies

Do I have to register or re-register for each semester?
How can I change my personal data such as my address?
How do I apply for a semester leave of absence?
I would like to de-register. What should I do?
Am I insured against accidents during my studies? What do I have to do in case of an accident?

Information and answers on these topics

Exam organization

What are the exam dates and periods?
How do I register for or cancel an exam? Can I withdraw from exams?
What formalities do I have to observe with regard to my thesis? Where and how can I hand it in?
I need a transcript / degree certificate. What should I do?
Where can I find examination regulations?

Information and answers on these topics

Studying flexibly

What options do I have for making my studies flexible, for example if I do an internship?
I would like to go abroad for one or more semesters. What do I need to do? Who can I contact?
I have a physical or psychological impairment. How can I still participate in everyday study life on an equal footing?
I'm planning to start over. How can I change my degree program or my university?

Information and answers on these topics

International students

What can international students study at the University of Hohenheim?
I am not from Germany and want to study at Hohenheim and obtain a degree - how do I apply?
I would like to study at the University of Hohenheim as part of a double degree program - what do I have to do?
How can I come to Hohenheim for a semester abroad?
What language courses are offered and how can I participate?
How do I apply for a Summer School at the University of Hohenheim?

Information and answers on these topics

International visiting scientists

I am a visiting scientist. Where can I live if I am conducting a research project in Hohenheim?
Are there childcare options for my children?
What language courses are offered?

Information and answers on these topics

Refugees

I am a refugee. What requirements do I have to meet to study at the University of Hohenheim?
Where can I find support and advice?
What language courses are offered?

Information and answers on these topics

Financing your studies

How can I finance my studies?
Is there a job board?
What scholarships are available?

Information and answers on these topics

Housing

How can I find a room or apartment?
Is there an apartment portal?
I have a spare room. Where can I offer it for students?

Information and answers on these topics

Legal advice

Where can I get legal advice - for example, for rental disputes or problems with a part-time job?

Information and answers on these topics

Studying with child

I have one or more child(ren) and have questions about childcare and organizing my studies with a family.

Information and answers on these topics

Master’s informational events

I am interested in a Master's degree program. Where can I find out more?

Information and answers on this topic

Doctorate

How can I start a doctorate?
Who is the contact person for questions about formalities?

Information and answers on these topics

Career entry and career paths

I'm not sure yet what career path I should take. How can I find out what suits me?
How can I find an internship? What should be considered for a mandatory internship? Can I get credit for voluntary internships?
What jobs can I apply for with my profile? Where can I find suitable positions?
How can I get into contact with companies while I’m still studying?

Information and answers on these topics

General questions

Do you have general questions that do not fit in any of the above topics? Then feel free to contact the Student Counselling Center (ZSB)! As your first point of contact, we will answer any questions you may have about starting and carrying out your studies. We are also happy to support you in crisis situations and with individual questions.

Student Counselling Center (ZSB) for current students

Student Counselling Center (ZSB) for prospective students

Learning languages

What languages can I learn while studying? When do the courses take place?
Are there also intensive language courses?
What placement tests are offered and what language certificates can I obtain?

Information and answers on these topics

Psychological counselling

I have serious anxiety about exams. I don’t know how I can study for them properly. What can I do?
I have psychological problems and need help - who can I contact?

Information and answers on these topics

Sexual harassment

Who can I contact if I am being harassed?
I am being sexually discriminated. What can I do?
I observed sexual discrimination or violence. What should I do?

Information and answers on these topics

Mentoring program for female students

How can I find a female mentor who can support me as I start my career?
What career-related activities are there at the University of Hohenheim?

Information and answers on this topic

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Central contact persons from A to Z

In the following overview you will find a list of all relevant contact points you can turn to with your questions.

Are you not sure about who to contact with your topic? Then get in touch with the Student Counselling Center (ZSB).

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I/J | K | L | M | N | O | P | R | S | T | U | V | W | Z

Akademisches Auslandsamt

Auslandsaufenthalte (Studium, Praktikum, Forschung)
Bewertung und Anerkennung ausländischer Qualifikationen (bspw. internationale Studienbewerber:innen, Universitätswechsel aus Ausland, Studienkolleg)
Studienformalitäten und Studiengebühren
Betreuung während des Studiums in Hohenheim (Degree-seeking, Incomings)
Aufenthalt in Hohenheim als Gastwissenschaftler:in bzw. gefährdete:r Wissenschaftler:in

Zum Akademischen Auslandsamt

Career Center Hohenheim (CCH)

Berufsorientierung
Bewerbungsunterlagencheck
Profilbildung
Kompetenzcoaching

Zum Career Center Hohenheim

Fachstudienberatung

Studienbegleitende fachliche Beratung
Bei Fragen zum Studienverlauf und bei
Anlaufstelle bei inhaltlichen Fragen zum Studium und den Modulen
Unterstützung bei Fragen zur Profilwahl

Zur Übersicht der Fachstudienberatung

Gleichstellungsbüro

Beratung
Information und
Unterstützung zur Vermeidung von Nachteilen für Frauen und zur Herstellung der verfassungsrechtlich gebotenen Chancengleichheit.

Zum Gleichstellungsbüro

Graduiertenakademie

Interesse an einer Promotion
Antrag auf Annahme als Doktorand:in
Immatrikulationsprozess für Promovierende
Antrag auf Eröffnung der Promotion
Karriereberatung für Promovierende

Zur Graduiertenakademie

KIM

Das Kommunikations- Informations- und Medienzentrum (KIM) bietet Bibliotheks- und IT-Services für

Studierende
Beschäftigte und Promovierende sowie
Besucher:innen

der Universität Hohenheim.

Ombudsperson

Ansprech- und Vertrauenspersonen bei

wissenschaftlichem Fehlverhalten
Konfliktsituationen während der Promotion
Schiedsprozessen im Zuge von Konfliktsituationen

Zu den Ombudspersonen

Praktikantenamt

Anrechnung von Praktika
Praktikumsorganisation

Zum Praktikantenamt

Prüfungsamt

Prüfungstermine und -zeiträume
Prüfungsanmeldung
Prüfungsrücktritt
Zeugnisse und Bescheinigungen
Prüfungsordnungen
Abgabe von Abschlussarbeiten
Ansprechpartner für Prüfer und Modulverantwortliche

Zum Prüfungsamt

Studieninformationszentrum (SIZ)

Erstinformationen rund ums Studium
Unterlagen abholen und abgeben
Verweisen Sie bei Bedarf an die richtigen Ansprechpartner:innen

Zum Studieninformationszentrum

Sprachenzentrum

Deutsch lernen
Fremdsprachen lernen
Sprachprüfungen

Zum Sprachenzentrum

Studiensekretariat

Bewerbung
Einschreibung / Rückmeldung
Exmatrikulation

Zum Studiensekretariat

Studierendenwerk Tübingen-Hohenheim

Wohnheime
BAföG
Rechtsberatung
Psychologische Beratung

Zum Studierendenwerk Tübingen-Hohenheim

Zentrale Studienberatung

Studienwahl
Schwierigkeiten im Studium
Prüfungsangst
Persönliche Krisen
Wenn Du nicht weißt, an wen Du Dich wenden sollst

Zur Zentralen Studienberatung für Studierende

Zur Zentralen Studienberatung für Studieninteressierte

Before studying

Starting studies

International Matters

Before studying

Interested in Studying

Informational events for the degree programs (Central Student Counselling Center (ZSB))
Advising for prospective students (Central Student Counselling Center (ZSB))
Studying without an Abitur (Central Student Counselling Center (ZSB))

Program for school/teacher visits (Central Student Counselling Center (ZSB))

Application and admission

Information on application and admission (Registrar's Office)
Information for international applicants (Office of International Affairs)

Starting studies

Information on enrollment (Registrar’s Office)

Events for new students (Central Student Counselling Center)

Getting started: Hohenheim user account, Library account, ILIAS (KIM)

Advising for new students (Central Student Counselling Center)

During studies

Basic information about studying at Hohenheim (Student Information Center - SIZ)

Curriculum and examination schedule

Information about administrative matters (Registrar’s Office)
Information about taking exams (Examinations Office)
Information on final theses (Examinations Office)

Advising during your studies

Academic advising by field of study (Faculties)
Advising on flexible study arrangements (Central Student Counselling Center)
Advising for students having difficulties during their studies (Central Student Counselling Center)
Psychological counseling and exam coaching (An offer of the Central Student Counselling Center)
Information on mandatory internships, internships abroad, and voluntary internships (Internship Office)
Advising on career orientation and profile building (CareerCenter Hohenheim)
Application coaching for internships in Germany and abroad (CareerCenter Hohenheim)
Advising on equal opportunity and gender issues (Gender Equality Office)
Mentoring program for female students (MentHo)
Advising for disabled and chronically ill students (Representative for Disabled Students)
Information for students with children (Gender Equality Office)
Psychological counselling center for students (Student Services Tübingen-Hohenheim)
Legal advice for students (Student Services Tübingen-Hohenheim)
Protection against sexual harassment (Contact persons)
Information on financing your studies
Information on accommodation (Office for Sports, Music, and Accommodation)
Start-up consulting (Research Support Department)

Seminar program for key competencies and additional competencies (F.I.T. program)

Graduating

Orientation advising and application coaching for career entry (CareerCenter Hohenheim)

Master’s informational events for prospective students (Central Student Counselling Center)

International Matters

Hohenheim students going abroad - Outgoings

Information on stays abroad (Office of International Affairs)
Group advisory sessions (Office of International Affairs)
Information on recognition of exams from abroad (Examinations Office / Dean's Office Faculty W - Studies and Teaching)

International students in Hohenheim - Incomings

Information for international applicants (Office of International Affairs)
International exchange students (Office of International Affairs)
Double Master’s (Office of International Affairs)
Summer Schools (Office of International Affairs)

Learning languages (Language Center)

Welcome Center for international researchers (Office of International Affairs)