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Hey there, we’re the #studentsofTUdarmstadt! We can help you find the degree programmes that match your interests perfectly and introduce you to TU Darmstadt. In our blog posts, we’ll introduce you to our bachelor’s degree programmes and give you lots of tips and tricks on applying, organising your semester, being a student at TU Darmstadt and lots more. Become a fan of TU Darmstadt and soon you’ll belong to the #studentsofTUdarmstadt! Already have a bachelor’s degree? Then take a look at our blogs on our master’s programmes.

Starting a degree at TU Darmstadt – FAQs

Whether you’re starting a bachelor’s or master’s degree, you probably have a lot of questions. It is very easy to lose sight of things among all the options, deadlines, requirements etc. We have therefore collected some of your questions (and answered them!) to ensure the transition is as smooth as possible!

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Interesting and helpful facts about your bachelor's programme

The bachelor’s and teaching degree programmes at TU Darmstadt
The bachelor’s and teaching degree programmes at TU Darmstadt
Central Student Advisory Service
Central Student Advisory Service
The application process for NC-free degree programmes
The application process for NC-free degree programmes
Applying for degree programmes with admission restrictions (NC)
Applying for degree programmes with admission restrictions (NC)

How to earn money as a student

Working alongside studying – for many students this is not just an option to gain work experience but essential to finance their studies. Even though there are no tuition fees at German state universities, living expenses need to be covered. Moreover, working alongside studying is the perfect opportunity to get to know potential work areas. Our ambassadors from the #studentsofTUdarmstadt have collected different personal experiences how to earn money at TU Darmstadt.

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The Alliance of Rhine-Main Universities

Study at three universities at the same time? Yes, it is possible at the Rhine-Main Universities (RMU). RMU is a strong alliance of three regional universities that work closely together for you and your studies. These universities are jointly committed to a strong Rhine-Main research region. Find out how this works and what else this research cooperation offers you here!

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Winter Activities in Darmstadt

Winter is cold, dark, and wet! No wonder you prefer to stay at home, drink tea, and watch one series after another in bed. But even in winter there are plenty of activities you can do! Because sometimes you need a little variety and most importantly exercise. Especially in winter, outdoor activities in the fresh air can give you a boost of energy and have a very positive impact on your mental and physical health. The Ambassadors of #studentsofTUdarmstadt want to inspire you with their suggestions and ideas so that you can get through the cold season!

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Finding the right course of study – this is how it works!

Natural sciences, social sciences, or teaching – there are so many specializations and courses of study that the choice can be really difficult. Even if you already have a rough idea, there are often still several study programmes that come into question. In addition, you are laying the foundation for your career with this choice. That can build a lot of pressure. Ambassador Richard knows what you’re are going through. He shares his experiences in choosing a study programme and, together with Franziska Ritter from the Central Student Advisory Service (ZSB), offers concrete tips on how to make an informed decision about your academic future.

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Studying in hybrid at TU Darmstadt: The best of online and face-to-face courses

Online meets face-to-face: At TU Darmstadt, students are coming back on campus for the winter semester 2021/22. After three semesters of almost exclusively being online, we are venturing a responsible return to the lecture halls this semester. On-site presence will once again be possible with a sophisticated hygiene concept. Among other things, TU students and employees talk about what they missed most about campus life and which elements of online teaching they would like to keep in the future.

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Our TU Darmstadt Campus Tour: Finding your way around the campus

New City, new university, new life? University life is certainly exciting and there’s a lot to discover. But… where’s the cafeteria again? And which room exactly is the next class in? You want to take a look around campus in advance? No problem: Our ambassadors have prepared a campus tour for you that you can find on our blog to make sure you won’t get lost when the semester starts.

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Materials Science – one degree course, countless possibilities

Big things sometimes come in small packages! The interdisciplinary Materials Science degree course at the Materials and Earth Sciences department comprises not one, but all STEM disciplines, with a focus on physics and chemistry. We interviewed some of our #studentsofTUdarmstadt to find out what this means for you on a daily basis and what opportunities are available after your degree. Are you ready for pure science power? Then let’s go!

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How do I eat healthy during my studies without spending a lot of money?

Students only eat pasta and toast? This happens at times, especially during the exam period. However, it is still worth paying attention to what you eat! Our #studentsofTUdarmstadt ambassadors have put together a list of reasons why. They show you what is important to them when it comes to food, what you should look out for and what else they noticed when eating in Germany or in their home countries. Because – as the proverb goes: you are what you eat!

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UNITE! Studying together from Finland to Portugal

Internationality is very important at TU Darmstadt! It is therefore not surprising that the university has joined forces with six other European partner universities to form the Unite! network at the end of 2019. In this article, #studentsofTUdarmstadt and Unite! representatives talk about the advantages Unite! can offer in student life.

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The perfect start of your studies at TU Darmstadt

Your first semester at a new university – that comes with many new challenges. But TU Darmstadt does not abandon you. The departments and study areas offer a wide range of support services before and at the start of your studies. Check out all the options and make use of the extensive offers right from the start.

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Materials Sciene – Best of STEM

“Mat Sci“, what‘s that?! Well, it’s Materials Science! What may sound rather unspectacular at first is actually pure natural science power. So, we shouldn’t ask what Materials Science can do, but rather what it can't do: From electromobility to 3D-printed organs – sciene is being tackled at every turn and innovative solutions are being developed for our future. Sounds interesting? Then let's dive deeper!

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Studying a STEM subject as a woman

Unfortunately, women in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) are still more or less in the minority. Nevertheless, that does not mean anything, as four female students from different fields of study will display here. They share their stories and what they experienced studying a degree programme as a woman that is stereotypically studied by men.

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How to survive the exams

Every semester ends with an exam period. Online exams are different from what you are used to and bring new challenges. The studentsofTUdarmstadt have summarised their experiences and collected tips and tricks for you so that you are perfectly prepared!

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Our Housing Guide – How to find your new home as a student in Darmstadt

The Rhine-Main region is almost notorious for its turbulent housing market. But don't worry, in international comparison, renting in Germany is not bad at all! So whether you're interested in your own apartment, a shared apartment, a dorm, or are still completely undecided – we've summarized the different options for you in our #studentsofTUdarmstadt Housing Guide!

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Think big and go green: Mechanical Engineering – Sustainable Engineering

Mechanical Engineering and sustainability: Can this be brought together? At TU Darmstadt it can, because our mechanical engineering programme is super versatile and offers lots of opportunities to research and develop future technologies or increase the efficiency of existing processes. And that's why mechanical engineering at TU Darmstadt is now called Mechanical Engineering – Sustainable Engineering! Theresa, Erik and Marvin are here to tell you everything about the exciting Bachelor's programme.

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We are researching the technology of tomorrow – today

Artificial intelligence, energy transition, biomedical engineering: technology across all sectors is being developed at a rapid pace! Do you also want to be a part of technological progress? Then you’ve found the perfect department here: Electrical Engineering and Information Technology.

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In the fast lane with etit

A robotics seminar here, a medical technology placement there – doesn’t sound much like electrical engineering and information technology, does it? We’re here to clear things up! This department comprises an unbelievable amount of exciting technical areas with a special focus on practical and future-orientated content. So, it’s definitely worth taking a closer look at electrical engineering. Do you want to find out more? Then let’s go!

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Suddenly exclusively digital – our studies during a pandemic

In the spring of 2020, German universities switched to digital learning with haste. For some departments that heavily work with students in the lab, this transition was a difficult feat! And certainly no one would have expected that there would be almost exclusively online events to this day. How did the #studentsofTUdarmstadt experience their digital semester between video conferencing, online teaching materials, and self-study? Six students report their experiences.

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TU Darmstadt: The right choice for my future

Anyone who’s interested in universities knows: TU Darmstadt has been ranked one of the top universities by several different rankings for many years. But let's be honest, a few more aspects are important when finding the right university – a programme that is forward-thinking and research-oriented while giving you excellent job prospects once you graduate. Do you want to know more about how I came to my decision?

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Feeling stressed? Take care of your mental health

Feeling worn and stressed out? Not having enough motivation and energy to combat the stress? If YES is your answer, then know that you are not alone! You are seen, we are feeling you and we are with you. We, Students Of TU Darmstadt wanted to throw a glance at this very important subject.

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Our favourite places in Darmstadt

Explore Darmstadt together with the Ambassadors. The #studentsofTUdarmstadt show you their favourite places!

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How Women Rock the STEM Field at TU Darmstadt

Women and technology? Well, absolutely! Where once near exclusively men were found, today an increasing number of women in STEM fields are determining technical developments and scientific progress – and that's a good thing. Do you want to know what it's like to enter the STEM field at TU Darmstadt as a woman? Here you'll find the answer from 5 women who are part of our #studentsofTUdarmstadt community.

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Term paper easy writing – Tips from students

Writing a term paper may indeed seem overcomplicated and a bit scary. At least it always does for us, Masha, Catalina and Sooyeong, when we are about to start writing one. But once we have done the first step, we actually get a taste of it and when the work is completed, we can benefit from the feeling that we have done a good job and learned a lot of useful stuff. That’s why we are sharing a few tips on how to manage your term paper.

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Tips for a successful presentation – by Ons and Aravind

You have to do a presentation? But you’re still floundering and wondering where to start? Don't worry, we’ve got you covered! StudentsofTUdarmstadt thought of you! Ons and Aravind have prepared their top tips for presenting like a boss.

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Boost your productivity – 6 tips from Julia

It's really not easy to focus on exams right now. Julia can relate to that. Some days are better and others worse, but she tries to see it as an opportunity. She is learning to manage her own schedule and tasks, and she saves time because she doesn't have to commute to uni (even though she would like to). Student of TU Darmstadt Julia has more tips for in her new blog post!

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Arya’s 5 simple tips to succeed in the upcoming written exams

As the exam period approaches, you've probably been wondering how you can successfully complete the exams. Student of TU Darmstadt Arya has some helpful and simple tips for you.

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Learning from and with others

Imagine a lecture hall filled with students studying philosophy, German linguistics and literature, future teachers, my classmates in digital philology, a professor and me. A fairly unusual combination, you might be thinking. But this scenario has been completely routine for me since I started at TU Darmstadt! Learning with and from each other, even across fields, is a big deal at TU Darmstadt. How this works exactly from day to day in a student’s life, I'll tell you here!

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TU Darmstadt: a strong partner for professional development and career opportunities

Studying at the TU Darmstadt can give you the best start of your career. The university offers practice-oriented, interdisciplinary, and future-oriented programmes as well as a great deal of support to help you land your dream job. Here I'll tell you what opportunities await you!

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The TU Darmstadt turns leisure time into fun time

For me, the college experience is more than just going to lectures and studying, but everything else that is going on around me. The TU Darmstadt has a wide variety of extracurricular activities, which makes it very easy to meet new people, take part in different sports and pursue your interests in different clubs. In the current Corona crisis, the university has managed to create an online alternative for several activities. Do you want to know more? Perfect, then you've come to the right place!

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Off into the world: Gaining international experience with the TU Darmstadt

You’ve already decided what degree programme to take and now you’re wondering whether you should maybe spend some time abroad? Great idea! TU Darmstadt has a lot on offer for students: ranging from a semester abroad in Europe as part of the Erasmus+ programme or at one of its partner universities worldwide, through to summer or winter schools, internships, all the way up to double degree programmes.

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Darmstadt: a top location for science – young, innovative, versatile

While searching for the right university in Germany for me, I quickly decided on the TU Darmstadt because of its top ratings. After doing a little research it became clear that the city in southern Hessen has a lot more to offer. Numerous well-known companies and research institutions are located there – so it's a really cool perspective for me as an international student. What makes Darmstadt so interesting as a place to study and as a business location? Let me tell you!

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Student life in the South Hesse city of science

When you think about the college experience, it's not just about the actual hours you spend on campus. For me, it’s much more than that: enjoying the freedom in this phase of your life, exploring the city you live in and experiencing lots of exciting stuff in your spare time. Would you like to learn a little more about student life in the city of science in southern Hessen? Then you’re in the right place!

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