Your Start in Hohenheim

Welcome to studying at the University of Hohenheim

We’re happy you’ve decided to study at the University of Hohenheim! To make it easier for you to start your Bachelor's or Master's studies and to get used to everyday life at university, we have compiled all the important information about starting your studies at the University of Hohenheim on this page. Here you will find the introductory events, important links for organizing your studies, support services for a successful start to your studies and much more.

Roadmap for starting your studies

Introductory events | Support services | Important links to start your studies

Latest news

Infopoint: If you have any questions, you can find the Student Counselling Center (ZSB) at an information stand in front of the Mensa from 2 to 5 April from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The Student Information Center (SIZ) is open on Tuesday, 2 April from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon and from 3 April to 5 April from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. daily.
The program of introductory events for the summer semester 2024 is now online.
Orientation sessions for international students will be held digitally and on campus between 27 March and 6 April.
Lectures will begin in the summer semester on 2 April 2024.

Support courses

Bachelor's degree programs require certain fundamentals in mathematics and chemistry in order to successfully follow the content of the degree program. To help you get started with modules in mathematics and chemistry and to help answer your questions, we offer courses and tutorials for new students – both before and during the first semester.

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Overview of Studies

University studies require more independence and initiative than is needed at school. In addition, things run differently from university to university. We would like to accompany you on your way at the University of Hohenheim and support you with lectures, workshops, videos, and learning materials - for a successful study experience.

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Flexible design of studies

Studying at the University of Hohenheim offers you many opportunities to flexibly organize your studies depending on your motivation to study, your career prospects, or your family, health, or financial situation. With different study scenarios, we would like to show you how you can adapt your studies to your personal needs.

Additional information

Housing

Find a suitable apartment - whether it's a dormitory, shared apartment, or single apartment. The Studierendenwerk has several residence halls within walking or biking distance of campus.

Costs & funding

In addition to the semester fee, there are also living expenses. Think about how much money you need and how you can finance your studies.

Mobility

Plan your way onto campus.

Advising

Find the contact person responsible for your request.

Organizing your studies

Student portal (HohCampus)
In HohCampus you can compile your schedule, view module descriptions, manage contact details, request study certificates, and much more. Timetable creation info video

Hohenheim user account
The Hohenheim user account is your personal key to internet, email, intranet, ILIAS, and many other services.

Curricula
Information about modules, coursework, and examinations in your study program.

Semester dates
All information about semester breaks, lecture times, important deadlines, and dates.

Central e-learning system (ILIAS)
Via the learning platform ILIAS, you can access course material and event content online and communicate with other students and lecturers.

Email (Webmail)
Read and send emails with your Hohenheim email address.

WiFi
Information on internet access at the University of Hohenheim.

Libraries & research
Everything about the libraries, literature research, and borrowing media.

More IT services from the Communication, Information, and Media Center (KIM)

Learning spaces
You will find working environments with different equipment and group workstations at various locations on campus.

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Student activities & student life

Studying is not just about learning - experience a lively campus life at Hohenheim. Join a student group, get involved in a Fachschaft, or try a new sport.

Practical experience & continuing education

Discover the many opportunities to further your education, learn a language, or do an internship alongside your studies and thus prepare yourself for starting a career.