The X-Weeks
for international exchange students

Ready to get started at TU Darmstadt

Welcome events, important information and exciting activities to get to know other students and prepare yourself for your exchange in Germany – that's what the X-Weeks are all about!

Slides

1. X-Weeks Welcome Day – Slides (opens in new tab)

2. X-Weeks The Essentials! – Slides (opens in new tab)

Learn more about finding a job and financing your studies on our website.

The X-Weeks are not over yet! Take part in the exciting events that we have organised for you with our partners.

Don't forget to check our ISS website regularly for news and follow us on social media.

Late Arrivals Consultation Hour

Are you going to miss the X-Weeks welcome events because you're arriving late in Darmstadt? Come to our Late Arrivals Consultation Hour at the International Counter in karo5 with our student advisor and institutional coordinators.

Tuesdays from 10 a.m. (10:00 h) – 12:00 p.m. (12:00 h). (from 17 March to 21 April 2026)

We’re here to support you!

Find out more about the many services offered by TU Darmstadt at the information fair.
Find out more about the many services offered by TU Darmstadt at the information fair.

TU Darmstadt officially welcomes its new exchange students on Welcome Day. A panel of key contacts will provide information on the most important points of contact and offer personal advice. You will also have the opportunity to meet other students, as well as representatives of various university services and groups. They organise lots of exciting activities for the upcoming semester.

When: Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 14:00 h (opens in new tab)

Where: Campus Stadtmitte, S1|01 (opens in new tab), Karolinenpl. 5, 64289 Darmstadt

Programme

  • 14:00 h: Welcome and Introduction
    Building S1|01, Room A4
  • 15:30 h: Info Fair
    Building S1|01, karo 5 Lounge
Get essential information on day two and seek advice if you are unsure about anything.
Get essential information on day two and seek advice if you are unsure about anything.

On the second day, you will receive all the important information that exchange students need during their stay. You will learn how to register in your new city, open a bank account, and apply for a residence permit. After these sessions you can get individual advice and ask your questions. Afterwards, you will have the chance to get to hang out with the other exchange students.

When: Wednesday, 4 March 2026, 14:00 h (opens in new tab)

Where: Campus Stadtmitte, S1|05 Maschinenhaus (opens in new tab), Magdalenenstrasse 12, 64289 Darmstadt

Programme

  • 14:00 h: Info Sessions - Good to know, registering with the residents' registration office, opening a bank account, applying for a visa/residence permit
    in Building S1|05, Room 122
  • 15:00 h: Consultant Desks – Experts will answer your questions about ISS, Foreigners Office, City Registration and health insurance.
    in Building S1|05, Rooms 22 – 24
  • Get-Together with TUtor International

Find more X-Weeks 25-26 pictures here

The intensive German courses are organised by the Language Resource Centre (Sprachenzentrum – SPZ).

Learn more about the placement tests and courses on the SPZ homepage.

Social and Cultural Events

Look forward to a variety of events including city tours, social gatherings and exciting excursions. Get ready to explore, connect and have fun!

Connect and Feel at Home with TUtor International

Our TUtor International (TI) (opens in new tab) team is primarily responsible for making sure you enjoy your time here. They organise social and cultural events, among other things. They ensure that your stay is exciting, help you to connect with other students and enable you to quickly feel at home at TU Darmstadt.

TI works closely with the Exchange Student Network (ESN) Darmstadt (opens in new tab) in Darmstadt. They organise events specifically for exchange students.

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