Advice and orientation services for (prospective) students

We are the primary contact at TU Darmstadt for all questions about studying and orientation and counsel pupils/prospective students and students, but also teachers, schools, parents and professionals. We provide information on all topics related to study decisions, planning and organisation, and we support students in finding solutions for any difficulties which might arise during the academic progress.

Counselling and mental health support

When in need of personal counselling, or in an acute mental crisis, you may contact the following offices, even at off-peak times.

Temporarily reduced ZSB reachability

In May and June, the availability of the ZSB is limited due to education fair acrtivities. Replying to emails in particular may take longer than planned.

We thank you for your understanding.

Central contacts for the formal application process

If you have further questions regarding your current application process, please contact the relevant offices directly:

International prospective students: International Admission .

Applicants with a German university entrance eligibility and application number: Student service

Consultation with the ZSB

Tel. +49 6151 1627015

General open telephone consultation, without previous booking, Tuesdays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Individual appointments by direct booking

For your individual appointment, choose between consultation on-site, by telephone, or by video. On-site appointments can alternatively also be held via telephone or video, if you wish so. In this case, please contact your student advicer directly. It is helpful for us if you use your registration mail for giving us some initial information about your concerns. We will usually answer your request within 2 working days.

Buchen Sie hier Ihren individuellen Beratungstermin. / Book your consultation appointment here.

Network for students in doubt

Lost in your studies? We offer advice if you have doubts about your studies, about changing degree programmes or switching to vocational training. Counselling takes place monthly (exception: December) on the last Tuesday of the month from 14:00 – 16:00 or from 16:00 – 18:00, depending on location.

Wann und wo / Where and when

Students' talk on student life

What is student everyday life like at university? What do you do in a lecture? How do I organize my studies well? How difficult is it really to find a room? How do I make friends at university? Where can I get involved? And, and, and… First-hand information on student life: From students for future students. Where: In Zoom, Meeting-ID: 665 6460 5471, Code: 824945 When: April 23, 2025, 5-7 p.m.

Studi-Talk zum Studi-Leben / Students' Talk on Student Life

We provide information, orientation and support services for all non-specific, general questions about studying. If necessary, we refer you to the relevant office. Our counselling has an open outcome and is always confidential.

Examples of our wide range of counselling topics:

Before studying:

  • Deciding on a degree programme
  • Study options/Courses offered
  • Admissions procedure
  • Preparing for studies

During studies:

  • Learning and work difficulties
  • Change of degree programme
  • Studying abroad
  • Change of university
  • Withdrawal/de-registration

General concerns:

  • Financial needs
  • Family problems
  • Contact difficulties, identity problems
  • Support service also for parents and teachers

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