Information & Orientation for Everyday Student Life
Studying comes with numerous organizational, legal, and personal questions. On this website, we (the Student Council of TUD Dresden University of Technology) pool essential guides, support services, and contacts. The goal is to provide transparent orientation through the university maze – from the first orientation week to graduation.
Core Topics
- Study Organization & Academics: Instructions and regulations for enrollment, re-registration, leave of absence, as well as changing degree programs and exmatriculation. Overview of examination matters, deadlines, changing degree programs, and academic accommodations (Nachteilsausgleich).
- Financing & Social Security: Guidance on BAföG, scholarships, housing benefit (Wohngeld), and student jobs. Information on the emergency funds of the Student Council as well as information on student health insurance.
- Advice & Support: Direct contact details for the free advice services of the constituted student body. These include legal advice, social advice, BAföG advice, as well as confidential contact points for cases of discrimination, harassment, or academic conflicts.
- Mobility & Semesterticket: All details about the Semesterticket, its validity, tariff zones, as well as the use of the VVO network and rail-bound local transport. Additionally, information on refunds or exemptions in cases of hardship.
- Equal Opportunities & Inclusion: Specific services for studying with children or caregiving responsibilities, accessible studying for people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, as well as services for international students.
- Campus Life & Getting Involved: Insights into the work of the Faculty Student Councils, the Student Council, and other university committees. Overview of university initiatives, cultural tickets, university sports, and opportunities to actively shape campus life.
Keeping Things Up to Date Together
Higher education law and framework conditions are constantly changing. Although the content is reviewed regularly, there is no claim to legal guarantee.
Suggestions, corrections, or requests regarding missing topics can be submitted by e-mail at any time: