INFORMATION FOR FRESHERS

Semester times winter semester 2026/27: The semester begins on 1 October 2026 and ends on 14 March 2027.

Lecture periods winter semester 2026/27: The lecture period begins on 1 October 2025 and ends on 22 January 2027.

You can find more information about the semester times and the most important dates here: Overview of all semester times

We recommend moving near the campus. New students in particular should complete their semester close to campus in order to benefit from the campus facilities and the numerous events for students. You can also make contacts better on campus and get to know the university.

You can find information on finding accommodation on this page: Accommodation

If you can't find a flat in the immediate vicinity of the campus, we have put together some helpful tips on how to get to the campus quickly and easily: Mobility

Students can purchase the Deutschlandticket (German public transport system for 38€ per month) at a reduced price, you can find more information here: Deutschlandticket for students

It is best to clarify the financing of your studies before you start. Get information here and find the right funding or a suitable scholarship for you: Financing

After the first semester, you must re-register for each subsequent semester in which you wish to continue studying. To do this, you must transfer the student union fee and any service fees for the next semester by a set deadline. You can find the exact dates and information on the semester fee and payment here: Re-registration

As soon as the re-registration for the next semester is due, we will also inform you again by email, on my.th-deg.de and via our social media channels.

Would you like to get involved in a group and make new contacts? Then find out more about our:

• Student clubs
• Music groups on campus
• Student representation (student convention)

You can also find information about our various university sports groups and programmes on our Campus Life page. Take the opportunity to make new contacts and get the most out of your time at university.

The DIT communication guidelines provide you with general communication rules. Whether it's a face-to-face conversation, phone call, WhatsApp consultation or virtual events - the guide covers all areas. You will be perfectly prepared to communicate successfully on campus, at work or with strangers.

• Get an overview of our facilities and contact persons on campus: service centres on campus
• The Central Student Advisory service can advise you on general questions and problems relating to the university and your studies.
• The Centre for Studies will help you with questions about the application process and admission as well as matters relating to examination law and the completion of practical study periods during your studies.
• If you have any organisational questions or are looking for a specific form, your academic regulations or module handbook, you can find all the information you need on this page: Documents & organsation
• If you need technical support, please contact the Computer Center: either in person on the 2nd floor of the ITC2+ building (behind ITC2) or by email at it-support@th-deg.de
• At DIT, first-year students are supported by our first semester mentoring programme. Students in higher semesters are available to first-year students as contact persons and pass on their knowledge about studying and organization.

First-year students are supported by our first-semester mentoring programme . Students in higher semesters are available to first-year students as contact persons and pass on their knowledge about studying and organisation. Simply get in touch with your first semester mentor if you have any questions!