Tips for a successful start to your studies in Hamburg

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Starting a degree program is always exciting and connected with many new insights and experiences. This new phase of life brings other challenges and questions in addition to the demands of studying in the STEM subjects of math, physics, chemistry, and computer science. These might include topics such as student advising, financial aid, housing searches, and free-time activities. But you should also get answers to your questions about the differences between studying at school and at university; for example, how can I achieve my learning goals? Who can answer subject-specific questions related to my degree program? Below is a list of helpful websites where you can find answers to these questions and information other general programs.

Helpful information about the higher education institutions in Hamburg

UNIVERSITÄT HAMBURG

Campus Center: answers to general questions about studying at Universität Hamburg
Academic Orientation: first point of contact if you are interested in studying at Universität Hamburg
Self-Assessment Tests: help you determine which subjects best suit your interests and aptitudes
Organizing Your Studies: important semester dates, forms, and everything you need to get organized
Information for First-Year Students: resources to help you get started with your studies (e.g., orientation dates and checklists)
Workshops: find helpful workshops related to your studies here (text isn't in English available).
Academic Offices in the MIN Faculty: here you will find an overview of all Academic Offices for the MIN degree programs, where you will always get an answer to questions you have about your studies.
STINE: the study information network for organizing your studies—the place to find course catalogs, course and exam registration, exam results, and more.
Faculties: curricula, courses, grades, and certificates—your faculty or department can answer the questions you have about your studies.
Asta: representation and a voice for students in all matters (text isn't in English available).
Unsure about Your studies?: helpful information for students who are having doubts about their studies (text isn't in English available).
Information on Transferring or Changing Degree Program: you’ll find the information you need if you are considering a change in institution or program.
Psychological Counseling: Do you need someone to listen to your problems? If so, you’ve come to the right place.
Studying with Disabilities: you’ll find the advising services here that are relevant for students with disabilities (text isn't in English available).
Regional Computing Center (RRZ): help with technical questions, especially your login details for using Stine, computer labs, Wi-Fi, and other services (text isn't in English available).
University and State Library (StaBi): find specialist literature for your studies here.
Campus Navigator: find your way around campus using this campus map that includes all important facilities.
SUMO (Studier- und Medienkompetenzen Online): watch these helpful tutorials to improve your academic skills (text isn't in English available).
Finding Accommodation in Hamburg: you’ll find everything you need to know about shared apartments and housing in Hamburg.
Fees and Funding: you’ll find information here about funding options for students.
Extracurricular Activities: you’ll find a range of free-time activities that are open to Universität Hamburg students.

HAMBURG UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES (HAW)

Information about Studying at HAW Hamburg: answers to general questions about studying here.
For Prospective Students: you’ll find all the information you need here about studying at HAW Hamburg.
Discovery Program: opportunity for you to find out more about HAW Hamburg (text isn't in English available).
Advising: find out about the wide range of advising services at HAW Hamburg (text isn't in English available).
Preparing for Your Studies: information to help you prepare for your studies (text isn't in English available).
Starting Your Studies: information about programs and services to help you get started with your studies
Organizing Your Studies: the most important information about organizing your studies—including timetables, examination and study regulations, and module handbooks
Learn2gehter: find a study partner here.
Subject Advising: find out who can help with subject-related questions (text isn't in English available).
Self-Management: helpful tips, information, and materials on the topic of learning and studying (text isn't in English available).
myHAW: the portal for organizing your studies—the place to find course catalogs, course and exam registration, exam results, and more
Studying with Disabilities: you’ll find the advising services here that are relevant for students with disabilities (text isn't in English available).
Asta: representation and a voice for students in all matters
Career Service: you’ll find information here on transitioning to a professional career.
HAW Library Catalogs: find specialist literature for your studies here.
Finding Accommodation in Hamburg: you’ll find information here about shared apartments and housing in Hamburg.
Life in Hamburg: find out more about living in the City of Hamburg.
Tuition Fees, Living Expenses, and Scholarships: you’ll find a range of free-time activities that are open to Universität Hamburg students.

HAMBURG UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (TUHH)

Information about Studying at TUHH: answers to general questions about studying at TUHH
Student Counseling Center: here you’ll find information, guidance, and advice on studying at TUHH as well as information about group and individual advising/counseling sessions.
Academic and Student Services: a variety of services related to teaching and studies are offered here (text isn't in English available).
Schools of Study: here you’ll find an overview of all offices of the dean, where you will always get an answer to questions you have about your studies.
StartING@TUHH: your weekly companion while starting your studies at TUHH
Finishing@TUHH: a program for students in the core and final stage of their studies
Skills for Your Studies: you’ll find helpful tips here for learning and studying (text isn't in English available).
Academic Writing: on the following page you’ll find information about the writing consultations available at TUHH.
Repetitorien plus (Revision Courses plus): helpful information about what you should do if you fail an exam
Fishing for Experience: this program gives you the opportunity to gain practical experience during your studies.
Career Center: your one stop for career guidance
StudIP (e-learning at TUHH): the online portal for organizing your studies—the place to find course catalogs, course and exam registration, exam results, and more (text isn't in English available).
Studying with Disabilities: you’ll find the advising services here that are relevant for students with disabilities.
Welcome@TUHH - Integration Program: information and opportunities for international students
Student Representatives: here you’ll find a list of general student representatives as well as student representatives in the degree programs (text isn't in English available).
Asta: representation and a voice for students in all matters
Joint Program for Math: on this page you’ll find course packets, exercises, and old exams for the field of math (text isn't in English available).
Computer Center: go here to get help with your technical problems (text isn't in English available).
University Library: find specialist literature for your studies here.
ZLL (Zentrum für Lehre und Lernen): you’ll find many helpful offerings here for your studies, for example, the LearnING Centrum, where tutors are always available during opening hours to help you with issues related to your studies (text isn't in English available).

HAFENCITY UNIVERSITÄT HAMBURG (HCU)

Information about Studying at HCU: answers to general questions about studying here.
Degree Programme Advisory Service: find out information about all of the degree programs at HCU Hamburg.
For Prospective Students: you’ll find all the information you need about studying at HCU Hamburg.
Counselling and Contact: find out who is the best point of contact for your questions.
Ahoi: the online management and e-learning portal for organizing your studies - the place to find course catalogs, course and exam registration, exam results, and more.
Student Council: a list of all the student representatives.
Asta: representation and a voice for students in all matters (text isn't in English available).
Psychological Counseling: Do you need someone to listen to your problems? If so, you’ve come to the right place.
Social Counseling: support for social, personal, and financial issues that arise in connection with your studies.
Studying with Disabilities: you’ll find the advising services here that are relevant for students with disabilities.
Vacation | Sabbatical Semester | Leave of Absence: find information here about taking academic leave.
Support: go here to get help with your technical problems.
Library: find specialist literature for your studies here.
Interdisciplinary Programs: you’ll find additional offerings here that you can take part in as a student (text isn't in English available).
Institutions: find your way around campus using this campus map that includes all important facilities (text isn't in English available).

UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER HAMBURG-EPPENDORF (UKE)

Information for Prospective Students: information about studying at the UKE
Contact and Advising: you’ll find important information related to studies and teaching (for students, prospective students, and lecturers)
iMED-Campus: the portal for organizing your studies—the place to find course catalogs, course and exam registration, exam results, and more (text isn't in English available).
Extracurricular Courses: you’ll find interesting courses that are offered in addition to regular credit courses (text isn't in English available).
Learning Environment: a variety of places are listed here where you can go to study (text isn't in English available).
Central Medical Library (ÄZB): find specialist literature for your studies here.
Campus Life: information about organizing your studies at the UKE (text isn't in English available).

STUDYING AND STUDENT LIFE

LIVING IN HAMBURG

The following websites provide information about housing searches and other activities in Hamburg:

Studentenjobs 
Alstersport (website isn't in English available)
Hochschulsport (website isn't in English available)
Sportspaß (website isn't in English available)
Studentenwerke
Studenten-WG
Studierendenwerk Hamburg
WG-Gesucht
WG-Suche
WG-Zimmer

For those interested in studying

On the following websites, you’ll find a lot of information on study orientation:

Arbeitsagentur
Aubi-Plus
(website isn't in English available)
Bachelor and more
(website isn't in English available)
Byte Challenge
Campus Compass
(website isn't in English available)
Das richtige Studieren
(website isn't in English available)
Einstieg
(website isn't in English available)
Hochschulkompass
Nach dem Abitur
(website isn't in English available)
Studienwahl
StudiScan
(website isn't in English available)
Studis-Online
(website isn't in English available)
Studium-Ratgeber
(website isn't in English available)

DURING YOUR STUDIES

On the following websites, you’ll find tips for the time during your studies:

How can I prepare for my exams?

Pearson Studium
Studieren im Netz (website isn't in English available)
Studis-Online (website isn't in English available)

How do I overcome my fear of exams?

Karrierebibel (website isn't in English available)
Lernen.net (website isn't in English available)
Studienstrategie.de (website isn't in English available)

Having second thoughts about studying? How can I motivate myself to continue with my studies?

Campusjäger (website isn't in English available)
Next Carrer (website isn't in English available)
Studybees (website isn't in English available)

Who can help me with personal, social, and financial issues during my studies?

Deutsches Studentenwerk - Soziale Beratungsangebote
Unicum - Soziale Beratungsangebote (website isn't in English available)
Studierendenwerk Hamburg - Studienfinanzierung
Deutsches Studentenwerk - Studienfinanzierung
Deutsches Studentenwerk - Studium mit Kind (website isn't in English available)
Deutsches Studentenwerk - Studium mit Beeinträchtigung
Deutsches Studentenwerk - Studium mit Migrationshintergrund (website isn't in English available)

How do I write a term paper?

Mentorium (website isn't in English available)
myStipendium (website isn't in English available)
Schreiben.net (website isn't in English available)
Scribbr (website isn't in English available)

What does good group work look like?

iamstudent (website isn't in English available)
Sofatutor (website isn't in English available)
Studitemps (website isn't in English available)

How can I network during my studies?

Campushunter (website isn't in English available)
Orange by Handelsblatt (website isn't in English available)
Ute Blindert (website isn't in English available)

AFTER YOUR STUDIES

On the following websites, you’ll find tips for the time after your studies:

Absolventa (website isn't in English available)
Avantgarde Experts (website isn't in English available)
Der Akademiker (website isn't in English available)
Jobbörse.de (website isn't in English available)
Jobsora (website isn't in English available)
Jooble (website isn't in English available)
Karriereführer (website isn't in English available)

NEWSPAPERS AND ONLINE MAGAZINES

On the following websites, you’ll find lots of information related to studying and student life:

Audimax (website isn't in English available)
ARD-Alpha (website isn't in English available)
Bonding (website isn't in English available)
CampusMag (website isn't in English available)
Staufenbiel (website isn't in English available)
Studentenwerke
Studentenwiese (website isn't in English available)
Studierendenwerk Hamburg
Studium-Ratgeber (website isn't in English available)
Studycheck (website isn't in English available)
Unicum (website isn't in English available)
Uniscene (website isn't in English available)
Zeit-Campus (website isn't in English available)