Student advisory service

Our services are free-of-charge, confidential and result-oriented. We only provide support on personal and individual case-related terms – readily as pre-arranged appointments, as opposed to our normal consulting hours.

Consultation appointments

Your questions, quickly answered!

Do you have a specific question about your studies and are looking for a quick answer? Then simply book a short consultation with us. In a 15-minute personal consultation, we will help you find quick and specific answers.

Arrange an individual consultation appointment directly*:

*We have a high number of requests for counselling and many people are waiting for a free slot. Therefore, please remember to cancel your appointment if you are unable to attend and make it available for other people seeking advice.

Focus on your situation!

Sometimes questions are more complicated and clarification takes more time. In a 50-minute consultation, we take the time to sort things out with you, reflect and support you in finding a solution.

Arrange an individual consultation appointment directly*:

*We have a high number of requests for counselling and many people are waiting for a free slot. Therefore, please remember to cancel your appointment if you are unable to attend and make it available for other people seeking advice.

Orientation

We provide information on study contents, requirements and the application procedure. We help you sort through the information and come to a good decision.

Orientation programme

College or university? Find out what suits you with our Infomat (German).

Test your university knowledge in our university quiz (German). Enter room no. 4229 3095 in the registration window.

Support

We advise on the following topics at all stages of study:

  • Study goal(s) and strategies for success
  • Resources
  • Obstacles and ways of coping
  • Doubts
  • Interruption of studies
  • Excessive demands and exhaustion
  • private emergencies

We offer Study progress monitoring: After you have given your Einverständniserklärung (declaration of consent), we are given access to your exam results and invite you to a counselling interview if you have any problems. Further information on the programme can be found in issue 20 (German) of the University’s in-house newsletter, and on Youtube.

Self-organisation

Advice from students & lecturers

Experts for individual study programmes also help with study orientation and provide support during studies. In addition, they are the first point of contact when it comes to planning your studies.

Advice from students
Advice from lecturers

Events

Our offer incorporates workshops, informational events, visits to school classes, school appointments & educational fairs.

Telephone consultation

Phone number: +49.6151.533-5555

Day

Time

Tuesday

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Personal consultation (Darmstadt)

Building C23, 1st floor, 01.04

Day

Time

Thursday

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Personal consultation (Dieburg)

Building F01, 1st floor, 01.108

   *during the lecture period

Day

Time

Wednesday

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Dates for students

Your chance to find direction when you have doubts about your studies – Open Consultation by the Darmstadt Counselling Network!

Doubts about your studies? We’re here for you!
Many students go through periods of uncertainty – maybe your degree program no longer feels right, or you're wondering about alternatives to university.

Join our open consultation – every last Tuesday of the month!
Talk to experts from various advisory services, get initial guidance, and start rethinking your path.

Next date: Tuesday, 24 June 2025
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hochschule Darmstadt, Foyer of the Student House (C23), Schöfferstraße 3

These advisory services will be available:

  • Student Advisory Service of h_da
  • Student Advisory Service of TU Darmstadt (phone)
  • Career Counseling from the Employment Agency’s University Team
  • Further Education and Training Counseling from the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK)
  • Further Education and Training Counseling from the Chamber of Crafts (HWK)
  • Psychological Counseling from the Psychotherapeutic Counseling Center of the Studierendenwerk Darmstadt

Please note: Whether you’d like to speak with just one person or hear several perspectives – you’re free to choose. The consultation is confidential, personal, and non-directive.

This open session is primarily meant to clarify initial concerns. If you would like a longer or more in-depth conversation, you can always schedule an individual appointment with the Central Student Advisory Service (ZSB).

Important: If you need support or have questions about your studies, you don’t have to wait for the next appointment! The Central Student Advisory Service of Hochschule Darmstadt is always here for you.

Let us help you find your way – we look forward to meeting you!