Current information about studying at Ulm University

Re-start of strongly limited on-campus operations on 04/27/2021

In the summer semester 2021, the rectorate has approved the following events within the meaning of § 2 Para. 1 of the Corona Ordinance Study Operations in compliance with the infection protection measures regulated therein:
•    Practical events that require special laboratory or work rooms at Ulm University, in particular laboratory practicals, practical training components with patient contact in compliance with the specifications of the clinics and teaching hospitals, dissection courses and events with predominantly practical teaching components,
•    laboratory work, especially in connection with final theses and doctoral dissertations,
•    meetings for university admission procedures, entrance examinations and selection procedures including aptitude tests, and
•    examinations in presence
•    post-exam reviews

According to the MWK's interpretation, all courses and examinations approved by us do not count as teaching and can be resumed from 27 April 2021. The subjects and course instructors will inform you about the new start date; most departments will resume the already scheduled or currently suspended courses this week and inform you about when any cancelled or postponed course dates will be made up from 04/27. Please take a look at the websites of the study committees.

Studying safely - on campus and online

For first-year students

Before the semester

  • Technical equipment for your study success

    Basic IT equipment for students (pdf-file)

  • Student ID card (chip card)

    You will receive your student ID card in the mail together with your enrolment documents. Your student ID card serves as a key card on campus, as a library card, and identifies you as a student of Ulm University.

    Further information about the chip card

  • Your personal access

    In the Portal for Study and Teaching you can register for or de-register from exams, edit your personal data, and view and print out your certificate of enrolment, transcript of records and module descriptions.

    The kiz web portal gives you access to services such as the telephone portal, library catalogue, etc.

  • Fees and deadlines

    The administrative costs and Studierendenwerk (student services) fee as well as the contribution to the institutionalised student body are due every semester and currently amount to € 170 per semester in total.

    Tuition fees

    Additional tuition fees are due for the following master's programmes:

    • Advanced Oncology
    • Actuarial Science
    • Innovation and Science Management
    • Sensor Systems Engineering

    In Baden-Württemberg, a tuition fee of € 650 per semester is also charged for second-degree studies.

    International students from non-EU countries, coming to Germany in order to study or students pursuing a second degree are liable to pay tuition fees of € 1.500 per semester.

  • Funding your studies

    The BAföG and Finances department of the Studierendenwerk Ulm (student services) advises and supports students in applying for BAföG (financial assistance for students), advises on alternative financing options (loans, student credit), as well as topics such as working while receiving BAföG.

  • International students

    The International Office is the central service institution for international students and offers support in areas such as visa matters, how to finance your studies, integration, and semesters abroad.

    For more information on the advisory and support services available, please visit the International Office website.

The semester begins

  • Semester opening

    With the beginning of April we will announce the semester opening here.

  • Online platform Moodle

    During the mosaic semester, the learning platform Moodle serves as the central platform. You will find your lectures, classes, scripts etc. in the different courses in Moodle. The course directory in the Portal for Study and Teaching shows you which courses are offered in the winter semester as well as the exact starting dates of the courses. All first-semester students are enrolled automatically in their courses.

    You can log into Ulm University's Moodle platform with your kiz account.

    Instructions and support for Moodle and other tools can be found on the kiz website.

  • Campus Navigation

    You are searching for a hearing room? You can use the Hörsaalfinder to find all places regardind your studies.

    Tip: You can use the "eduroam" or "welcome" network to find your way on your smartphone.

  • Student live at Ulm University

    You can choose among several sports courses at Hochschulsport, learn a new language at the School of Humanities and get in touch with other students.

    We give you further information about student live at Ulm University.

For students

General information - Update March, 17th

  • Central Library open with limitations

    Please inform yourselves about the conditions of the opening of the central library.

  • Automatically extend of deadline for submission of final theses

    The Studiensekretariat of the University of Ulm automatically extends the deadline for the submission of final theses (e.g. bachelor or master theses) by the period that the university library is closed. Therefore is currently no need for an action for students.
     

  • Courses in the summer semester - in April

    With the beginning of April you will find a complete list of courses in the summer semester.

  • Studying under corona conditions - Update January, 26th

    Please note the current safety and hygiene concept. New regulations from February, 1st on.

  • Moodle and Zoom

    Advice and help for Moodle and other tools.

  • Exams in the winter semester during the pandemic - Update January, 26th

    Special rules apply to the participation in examinations when studying under corona conditions. The Studiensekretariat (student administration and examinations office) provides information for students on examinations during the corona pandemic. Please inform yourselves about new regulations for in-person examinations on this webpage.

  • Study and examination regulations

    Please inform yourself about the regulations that apply to your study programme. Which exams must be completed by when? How often can exams be repeated? This information and more can be found in the respective study and examination regulations.

  • Advisory services

    The Zentrale Studienberatung (central student advisory services) is your first point of contact for all general questions in relation to choosing a pathway and studying at Ulm University. We are here to support you, including all challenges that might arise along the way and all the way to transitioning from being a student to being a professional. We actually provide our services by phone, video conference (WebEx) or mail - please send us a mail.

    Contact your course advisors with any questions concerning your studies. They will help you with your individual study planning and answer questions about course schedules the course sequence.

  • Tips for everyday student life during the mosaic semester

    Having a good structure for your days is crucial for your study success during the mosaic semester. We are happy to help you integrate digital courses and self-study components into your daily routine and make it all work for you.

    Daily structure

    You will quite possibly be spending a large amount of your free time and your study time in the same space. It is really important to have a clear structure for when you are studying and when you have free time, i.e. schedule fixed study hours in a daily/weekly planner.

    Be mindful when you sit down to start studying, rituals can help with this (e.g. putting a sign on your door in a shared apartment that says 'Please do not disturb' or telling yourself 'I'm starting now with...'). Identify time thieves and disruptions, have a notepad ready and write them down. Actively search for solutions to these problems and write them down as well. Are your strategies working or do you need to find new ones?

    Study breaks

    In order to better internalise what you have learned, schedule study intervals with breaks. Regular breaks allow you to work and stay focused for longer. The ideal ratio between learning and resting is highly individual. It is best to start with one of the following schemes and adapt it to your needs:

    • 25 min work – 2 min break
    • 45 min work – 5 min break
    • 3-4 hours work – 1 to 2 hours break

    It is important that you critically question how well your study/break scheme is working for you.  Things to do during your study break: move around, get some fresh air, eat and drink, stimulate other senses.

    Study environment

    Make sure that the place where you study/work has plenty of light and sufficient oxygen. It would also be ideal to create a tidy, structured workspace to avoid unnecessary searching. Define study/work goals for the next day (use a daily/weekly plan). Critically check whether your workplace really meets your requirements. The best thing to do is to take a photo of your workspace and check what needs to be improved. How does your workspace develop over time?

    Social activities

    Stay in contact with your fellow students, social exchange with other students is just as crucial during the mosaic semester. Form study groups; verbalising what you have learnt gives you the opportunity to check whether you have really understood the learning content (your study group will point out discrepancies and help you work out the kinks).

    However, social activities should not be limited to work and study. Host an online games night or a digital dinner, or just meet with your friends to talk. Stay in contact with each other!

  • Fees and deadlines

    The administrative costs and Studierendenwerk (student services) fee as well as the contribution to the institutionalised student body are due every semester and currently amount to € 170 per semester in total.

    Tuition fees

    Additional tuition fees are due for the following master's programmes:

    • Advanced Oncology
    • Actuarial Science
    • Innovation and Science Management
    • Sensor Systems Engineering

    In Baden-Württemberg, a tuition fee of € 650 per semester is also charged for second-degree studies.

    International students from non-EU countries, coming to Germany in order to study or students pursuing a second degree are liable to pay tuition fees of € 1.500 per semester.

  • FAQs Study & Teaching

    Answers to frequently asked questions around studying, exams and teaching at the University during the corona pandemic that are not on this page can be found in the FAQs Study & Teaching.

    The International Office answers frequently asked questions with regards to international students in the FAQs Study & Teaching.

  • Copyright for provided scripts, texts, graphics, etc.

  • International students

    The International Office is the central service institution for international students and offers support in areas such as visa matters, how to finance your studies, integration, and semesters abroad.

    For more information on the advisory and support services available, please visit the International Office website.

  • Student live at Ulm University

    You can choose among several sports courses at Hochschulsport, learn a new language at the School of Humanities and get in touch with other students.

    We give you further information about student live at Ulm University.

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