Study start

Useful information for first time students

Your checklist for starting university

Starting your studies at BTU marks the beginning of a new chapter in your life – an exciting, challenging time full of opportunities. In what can sometimes feel like an overwhelming situation, we’re here to support you with introductory sessions and a step-by-step checklist to help you get off to a successful start.

Before starting your studies

Ready for university? At our online information sessions for freshers, you’ll find out everything you need to know to start your studies fully prepared.
Get ready! Attend preparatory courses or test your subject knowledge.
Enrol! You’ll find all the information you need about enrolment here.
Stay mobile during your university life – download your semester ticket.
Where do I belong? Before taking the next steps, make sure you know your correct campus and faculty.
Other important things: Find a flat, find out about possible scholarships, apply for BAföG and follow our Instagram account!
Any questions? No problem – our FAQs for freshers have you covered!

Induction week

Your first week at BTU! You’re wondering: where do I need to be and when? Make the most of the wide range of events on offer, including subject-related introductory lectures and interdisciplinary activities.
Where can I find what? Use the campus maps to find your way around!

Start of the term

Where is my timetable? You’ll need the examination and study regulations for your study programme and the Teaching Information Portal. More information: FAQs
Stay on top of things with the BTU CampusApp on your smartphone.
Start your lecture full of energy – you can fuel up for the day at your campus canteen.
Important online platforms! With the various BTU portals*, you’ll be well equipped. *(Please link here to the ‘Important Portals’ section on the current Start Your Studies page)
Know where to find it! The library on your campus offers suitable reading material on every topic and is a great place to study.
Get connected at BTU – Active in the Student Council? Working out at the university sports centre? Learning a new language? The choice is yours!
Mini University Lexicon

End of term and exam period

Exam preparation – Your student guidance and counselling service offers helpful workshops to help you achieve good exam results.
Welcome back! – Don’t forget to register for the following semester!
Reporting sick –but do it properly! Exam day and you’re ill? Find out here how to handle the situation correctly.
Semester off – we’ve summarised all the information for you here.
Semester break –what now? Find a job via our job board. Talk through your worries in a counselling session or get to know the Lausitz region and its wide range of leisure activities.

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