Starting at a new university brings with it many new experiences. International students not only have to find their feet in their chosen subject, but also have to familiarise themselves with a new higher education system, new ways of learning and sitting exams, as well as organisational and language requirements.
TU Darmstadt supports international students right from the start and throughout their studies. Various programmes offer targeted preparation for university life, support with starting your studies and achieving academic success, as well as opportunities to launch your career in Germany.
Programmes for international Bachelor's students
PreCIS and PreBachelor support international Bachelor’s students in preparing for their studies and settling in at TU Darmstadt. The programmes help you to prepare academically and linguistically, familiarise yourself with the German higher education system, and develop key skills for a successful degree programme. These include, amongst other things, technical German language skills, subject-specific knowledge, study organisation and learning strategies.
Programmes for international Master's students
MasterPlus is a support programme for international Master’s students in the STEM disciplines at TU Darmstadt. The programme makes it easier to settle into your studies and helps you find your way around the German higher education system. As well as providing academic support, the programme focuses on developing intercultural skills and ensuring you progress successfully through your studies.
PALS supports international Master’s students on English-taught degree programmes in successfully managing their studies. The programme strengthens academic skills and helps you to communicate confidently and effectively with lecturers and fellow students. This enables you to further develop your academic performance and play an active role in your studies.
Studying and starting a career in Germany
The Future Engineering Career Programme (FEC) supports international STEM students throughout their studies and as they prepare to enter the world of work. At the FEC, you can further develop your soft skills, prepare specifically for starting your career in Germany and establish contacts within the world of work. The programme thus combines academic success, skills development and career preparation, and supports international students on their path to a successful professional future in Germany.
Further support to help you succeed in your studies
In addition to the specialised programmes for international students, TU Darmstadt offers a wide range of training courses on academic and key skills. Among other things, you can learn how to study more effectively and prepare for exams, organise your studies and your time more efficiently, conduct academic research, develop important study and learning strategies, and further develop your personal and cross-disciplinary skills.
What support is right for you?
Whether you’re studying for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, just starting your studies or embarking on your career: TU Darmstadt offers targeted support to international students at various stages of their studies. Find out more about the individual programmes and discover the support that suits your stage of study, your goals and your individual needs.
