Orientation semester
Try out studying - with the orientation semester
The orientation semester is a modular course in which you can get a taste of campus life, get to know one or more degree programs with a completely individual timetable and, if you wish, even take your first exams.
"We would recommend it to anyone who is unsure about their choice of course or between studying and training."
Student Advisory Service and Career Service
You can choose modules from the fields of Natural Sciences, Engineering & Computer Science, Building & Design (limited, see FAQs), Social Affairs & Health and Business. An orientation semester is possible in the winter and/or summer semester. You decide which degree programs and how many courses you want to try out!
For all enrolled students in the orientation semester, we offer an online introductory event on 02.03.2026 at 10:00 and 17:00, in which the module selection and the opening of the semester are explained and we answer any open questions. We recommend that you attend this introductory event so that you can start your orientation semester smoothly.
Here you will find the modules for the orientation semester in summer semester 2026:
The most important thing
Benefit from student status
With your student ID card, you can use the semester ticket, canteen, library and all additional university services such as sports or language courses during the orientation semester. The only cost is the semester fee. You also benefit from student status when it comes to health insurance, child benefit and student accommodation.
No admission restrictions
There are no admission restrictions for the orientation semester, i.e. if you complete all the formalities by the deadline and have a valid university entrance qualification (Abi or Fachabi or a professional qualification), you will definitely be offered a place.
We support you
For all students enrolled in the orientation semester, we offer an online introductory event before the start of the semester to explain the module selection, introduce important service points and online platforms and answer open questions. You will receive the dial-in details in advance by email.
Registration and enrollment for the orientation semester
Module selection and timetabling
Schedule for the orientation semester in summer semester 2026
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