During Your Studies

We are happy to support you if you have questions at the beginning of your studies, during your studies or around the time you finish your studies.

Information for first-year students

Tips for a perfect start

Tram, Bus and Bike

Getting around in Mannheim in no time at all

Organizing your studies

Enrollment, fees, academic leave of absence, etc.

Studying the Healthy Way

Coaching, advisory and support services

Dates

Academic calendar and examination deadlines

Examinations

Examination dates, rooms, and degree certificates

Spending a semester abroad

450 options all over the world

Advice Services Directory

Find the right contact person

How to make the most of student life

Vocational training and cooperative study programs

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Student Organizations and Departmental Student Committees

Get involved in a student organization or departmental student committee and get to know students with similar interests.

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University Sports

At university sports, you can wind down and get active together with others or just for yourself.

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Music and Theater

Join the university’s orchestra, theater, Big Band, or choir and get involved in music.

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A Colorful City

Mannheim has a lot to offer for students: Discover the lively and colorful side of the city of squares

Managing your academic journey

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Feeling unsure about your studies?

You are unsure about your degree program, the university or you are considering terminating your studies altogether? We support you as you make your decision, and provide various advisory services.

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How to learn efficiently

Learning methods, self-management and time management skills are study techniques that help you to succeed in your studies. We support you with our course program and individual coaching sessions.

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Pursuing a master’s degree

You have almost completed your bachelor’s degree. What comes next? We are happy to provide advice for the transition from a bachelor’s to a master’s program.

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Get started after your studies

You have earned your bachelor’s or master’s degree. What comes next? A degree opens up various job opportunities. Get inspired by our career reports or take a look at the job opportunities.

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Embracing diversity

Our aim is to make the university a place where we actively oppose discrimination and stand up for diversity. On our diversity website, you will find services and contact persons offering advice and support.

Diversity at the university

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Studying the Healthy Way

We would like to encourage you to take good care of yourself while pursuing your degree. If you feel your strength and energy waning, do not hesitate to seek help! On the Studying the Healthy Way pages, you find all support and counseling services at a glance.

Studying the Healthy Way at the University of Mannheim

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University e-mail account

Lecture hall plan

University Library

Student Services