Study Advisory Services
Which field of study is the best one for me? How to organise my course of studies? What do I do afterwards? Heidelberg University offers a wide range of advisory services and support services for questions around studying and career planning, from initial orientation on studying to doctoral studies and building a career.
Service Portal für Students
The service portal for students is the first point of contact for any questions around studying. It bundles the information, counselling, and administrative services of the Student Administration and Student Advisory Office for students and prospective students. Contacts will be available to provide anything from initial information at the information desk and the student administration service to student and teacher training advice and advisory services specifically for international students, IT support, and heiCO support.
Contact us with your requests by calling +49 (0) 6221 54-5454 or emailing: studium@uni-heidelberg.de.
Services of the student advisory office
Brief information on application, enrollment, change of degree programme, etc. can be provided by phone, email, or on site in the Service Portal for Students. You can also drop by during the daily open office hours. No appointments are necessary for a brief consultation in person or online. More detailed advice on study orientation and study organisation can be provided in individual counselling sessions. Our workshop programme “Stark im Studium” offers group activities on challenging topics during your studies.
Services for orientation and study phases
Study orientation
Are you uncertain of whether a course of studies is the right one for you? Are you looking to learn more about individual degree programmes? Heidelberg University offers many services to support you in your choice of study, from personal one-to-one counselling to workshops on study orientation and the annual study information day.
Offers at the start of studies
A warm welcome to all those starting their studies at Heidelberg University! Many questions arise, especially at the beginning of your studies. How do I plan my courses? What can I do in my free time? Who can help me with questions about my studies?
Periods of studies
Students have many questions during their course of studies – from management of studies to time management and finding internships. Heidelberg University has your back and will support you throughout your studies with workshops, personal advice, and events.
Career Development
The Career Service at the heiSKILLS Competence and Language Centre at Heidelberg University supports students, graduates, and doctoral candidates at the beginning of their careers. The broad range of events and counselling services comprises courses and information evenings on the challenges of finding a career and acquiring skills.
Current offerings
The monthly newsletter of the Central Student Advisory Office provides information on news from the service and advisory centres. The upcoming dates will also be announced in the calendar of events. heiPod regularly provides new episodes on individual subjects and relevant topics relating to studying. The student community exchange platform contains search requests for support and networking, as well as advertisement of student jobs and participation in studies.
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Offerings for International Students
Heidelberg University has more than 5,000 international students and doctoral candidates. Studying in a foreign country frequently comes with special challenges of cultural, linguistic, or administrative nature. We have many offerings to support you in your decision to study in Heidelberg.
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Service and counselling for ERASMUS and exchange students
The exchange coordinators offer advisory services and support for Heidelberg students who are planning a stay abroad and for international students who come to Heidelberg University as part of an exchange agreement.
Offerings for students with children
Heidelberg University, the student services organisation (Studierendenwerk), the local authority and the state offer a wide range of support and relief measures for students with children. Financial support, mentoring and counselling opportunities are provided in addition to some special provisions regarding your own studies. The programme is aimed at expectant parents as well as at students who already have children.
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Studying with Children
The Heidelberg student services organisation (Studierendenwerk) has been offering all-day childcare since the late 1960s to ensure that the little ones are well looked after while their parents concentrate in the lecture theatres. Heidelberg offers loving care for children aged eight weeks to school age.
