Your Start in Hohenheim

Welcome Week for International Students

The Office of International Affairs at the University of Hohenheim offers various info sessions, workshops, and events at the start of the semester to help you organize your studies and find your way around campus. Take the opportunity to get to know your fellow students and find out about studying in Hohenheim, residence permits, and much more.

Drei Studierende vor dem Schloss Mittelbau der Universität Hohenheim, einer winkt in die Kamera.

Please note: The Welcome Week is for international students who are studying full-time (degree seekers), carrying out a stay abroad (exchange students), or spending a self-organized stay for one or two semesters (free movers) at the University of Hohenheim. The language for all events is English.

For each Master's degree program, there is a separate welcome and introduction event – either in advance or during the lecture period.

Welcome Guide

In the Welcome Guide you can find all important steps you should take care of just before and just after you arrive.

Download Welcome Guide (pdf, 11 MB)

Podcast News4Internationals

You're already curious about Hohenheim and what awaits you in Germany? With our podcast and News4Internationals blog you can get a taste of what's to come.

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Everyday life

You're looking for more information about housing, financing and organizing your studies, and advising sesions?

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Helpful tips

Setting up a library acount

Ms. Weinelt from the Library explains the various functions of your library account and how you can sign in for the first time. English subtitles are available.

Doctor's visit

How do I find a doctor in Germany? What do I need to bring with me? What is a “Hausarzt”? What should I do in an emergency? I don't speak German - can I still find a doctor? This video answers these questions and more. The video is in English with German subtitles.