Orientation ​Days for International Degree-Seeking Students

Target group: First semester international degree-seeking students 

Please note that there is a separate orientation programme for international exchange students (incomings). If you are an international exchange student, please contact the International Office.

Organiser: International Student Support

Location: Online

Registration: The registration link has been sent to students by e-mail. If you have not received a registration link, please contact International Student Support.

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Orientation Programme

Monday, 24 February 2025

10:00 - 11:00  First Steps: Arriving & Starting Your Studies at HHN

Tuesday, 25 February 2025

13:00 - 13:40 Tips for a Successful Start to Your Studies at HHN from the Central Student Advisory Service

13:40 - 14:15 Equality and Diversity Services at HHN (including Family Service and Study with Disabilities)

Wednesday, 26 February 2025

13:00 - 14:00 Digital Campus: Helpful Tools and Platforms for Your Start at HNN

Thursday, 27 February 2025

11:00 - 12:00 Services of the Heidelberg Student Union | Studierendenwerk Heidelberg (including Living in the Student Dormitories)  
(especially recommended for students who have applied or are planing to apply for a room in the student dormitories of the Studierendenwerk Heidelberg)

Tuesday, 4 March 2025

10:00 - 11:00  First Steps: Living in Germany (Tips for Everyday Life such as Transportation, Waste Separation and Introduction to German Сulture)

Thursday, 6 March 2025

14:00 - 15:00 Financing Your Studies: Working as an International Student and Scholarship Opportunities

Monday, 10 March 2025

16:00 - 17:00 Digital Campus: Helpful Tools and Platforms for Your Start at HNN 
(Alternative date. Only if you did not attend the orientation session on 26 February or if you have further questions about digital platforms)

​Coming soon

Online Infosession with the Immigration Office Heilbronn

TBD

Target groups: 

  • Students registered in Heilbronn from countries with visa requirements 
  • Students registered in Heilbronn who come to Germany without a visa but need to apply for a residence permit within 90 days of entering the Schengen area

Further Introductory Events for First Semester Students at HHN

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Central Orientation Events

An overview of all orientation events at Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences.

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Library Orientation Events

  • Guided library tours
  • Training sessions
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More Student Events

Offered by the General Students Committee (AStA):
- 11/03/2025: Freshman Meet & Greet
- 14/03/2025: Freshers’ party
- From March 18 every Tuesday: Students Afterwork