MasterPlus – Success through Support
Support for international Master's students

Master your Master's!

As an international Master’s student in STEM, you’ll get more than just a world-class education. With the MasterPlus Programme you'll receive academic support from department, alongside personal guidance—helping you succeed in your studies and feel at home from day one.

What is MasterPlus?

MasterPlus supports international students from partner STEM-departments during their first Master’s semester. You’ll be matched with an experienced student buddy who can help with academic questions, bureaucracy, and settling in. From info sessions to social events, the programme helps you feel at home, even before you arrive.

Who can join the MasterPlus Programme?

Master’s students studying the following degrees:
Department 11 – Materials and Geosciences:
M.Sc. Materials Science
Including Double Degree exchange students AMIS, AMIR, FAME AIS, Double Master Tongji-TU Darmstadt
Department 13 – Civil & Environmental Engineering:
M.Sc. Civil Engineering
M.Sc. Sustainable Urban Development
M.Sc. Geodesy and Geoinformation
M.Sc. Environmental Engineering
Department 16 – Mechanical Engineering:
M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
M.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
Department 20 – Computer Science:
M.Sc. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
M.Sc. Autonome Systeme und Robotik
M.Sc. Computer Science
M.Sc. Informatik
M.Sc. IT Security

The MasterPlus Buddies

Starting your Master’s in a new country is exciting — but it can also feel overwhelming at times.

Our buddies are experienced Master’s students from your department who can help you navigate bureaucratic processes, understanding academic life, or simply settling in Darmstadt.

You willl be matched with a buddy from your department, who’ll contact you via your TUDa student email. There’s no fee to join MasterPlus. Check your inbox (and spam folder) regularly. You can opt out anytime by letting your buddy know.

You haven’t arrived in Darmstadt yet? Don’t worry — your buddy will support you online until you arrive.

Once you arrive in Darmstadt, your buddy will arrange a first meeting. You will receive all the key information about the MasterPlus programme and the next steps to help you settle in.

Buddies also organise social events to help you connect with other students, explore Darmstadt and experience German culture before your studies begin.

Are you arriving after the start of the semester? Don't worry — you'll still have the chance to meet your buddy. An online meeting will be arranged where you can ask questions and get started.

The orientation weeks (your department’s OWO and the ISS Kick-Off Days) are your first step to a successful start at TU Darmstadt. You’ll meet fellow students, connect with your department, and get to know the campus and city life. It’s the perfect chance to ask questions, build your community from day one and explore life on and off campus.

Don’t miss it—your buddy will keep you informed about all key events and activities!

Your buddies offer workshops on your department structure, guide you through course and exam registration, and show you how to use university platforms. You can also join consultation sessions where you’ll get tips and insights to help you succeed in your studies from the very beginning.

Social & Cultural Activities

MasterPlus offers a range of social events designed exclusively for MasterPlus participants. It’s a great way to meet new people and explore Darmstadt.

All events are free of charge for you — Dates will be announced soon.

Please note that you can register for all social events below. Select only those that are suitable for you. Please check whether your participation is realistic in terms of date, time, and location. Please note that cancellation is only valid via email; otherwise, you may be placed on a blacklist.

Date Weekday Beginning Event
24.04.2026 Friday 17:00 – 20:00 Board Game Evening
05.05.2026 Tuesday 12:00 Konaktiva
12.05.2026 Friday 17:00 Brewery Trip (Darmstädter Privatbrauerei)
22.05.2026 Friday 17:00 MasterPlus Picknick
01.06.2026 Monday 12:00 – 13:30 ESOC Tour
11.06.2026 Thursday 16:00 Hessisches Landesmuseum Darmstadt
20.06.2026 Saturday 10:00 Climbing park (Kletterwald Darmstadt)
22.06.2026 Monday 11:00 Merck Tour
register here
Picture: Britta Hüning

Let's hear from our Buddies!

Want to know more about what our buddies have to stay about our programme? Check out our blog post to get the inside scoop!

MasterPlus Blogpost