Introducing the SDC

The Student Development Center (SDC) brings together a range of services to support students in diverse starting situations, particularly during the initial phase of their studies.

Through personal advice, tailored support, and early assistance, we create opportunities for a successful academic journey. Even in challenging times, we provide guidance, offer motivating impulses, and advise on all matters relating to study financing. Together, we shape prospects that promote equal opportunities and personal development in a sustainable way.

Talent Support: Students receive assistance with information on various scholarships and help with applications to suitable funding organisations. Additionally, a network of scholarship holders and sponsors is being established and expanded.

Early Warning System: Students who face difficulties with academic demands in their early semesters are proactively contacted through the innovative early warning system “students@risk” and invited to comprehensive counselling regarding available support options.

Orientation Programme: For prospective students still uncertain about their course choice, we offer the orientation programme prepareING. This allows them to take modules from different degree programmes over one or two semesters, helping them to confirm their decision for a particular course or to consider alternatives. PLEASE MIND: prepareING IS NOT a preparatory course in the sense of Studienkolleg. 

 

Current Events

The SDC has some exciting offers for you this winter semester... w


Staying calm during exam season. Strategies for dealing with exam anxiety and tips for efficient exam preparation (online, in German, questions can be asked in English)

Does the mere thought of exams make your heart race and your throat tighten? For many students, exam season means not only hard work, but also intense pressure to perform and sometimes even anxiety. But don't panic: you're not alone!

In the Expert Talk “Calmness for the exam period,” you will learn strategies and tips on how to deal with exam stress and anxiety. The speakers will explain what anxiety actually is, why it also has positive sides, and how you can reduce stress and worries.

📅 On December 3, 2025, at 5 p.m., you'll get exactly the tools you need to get through exam season feeling more relaxed!

Link to registration