Start of studies
A warm welcome to h_da!
You can find the start of the courses and other important dates of the semester under semester dates. The introductory events specific to the degree programme usually take place in the first weeks of studies.
We have compiled initial, important information regarding the start of studies on this page.
First steps in your studies
1. activate account
You should already be familiar with the university portal my.h-da from your application. After enrolment, you will need to activate your student account in order to access important functions, e.g. retrieving certificates or changing contact details.
To activate it, you will need your matriculation number and your master password, which will be displayed in your application account on my.h-da.de. Log in to the application portal one last time and when you have found the master password, follow the steps to activate the account.
2. keep access data
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Master password |
Is always displayed in the application portal and is required to activate your student account. You should keep your master password in a safe place. It allows you to reset your account if necessary. |
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Own password |
Set when you activate your account. With this password and in most cases with your user ID, which you will receive with your welcome email, you will immediately have access to the university portal and other applications in your degree programme. |
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Matriculation number |
You will receive this in your welcome email. It is best to remember this short number straight away, as it is important for most organisational matters during your studies. |
3. check your e-mails!
Your student e-mail address will be generated automatically and sent to you with your welcome e-mail. You can access your mailbox at webmail.stud.h-da.de. In the h_da tutorials you can find out how to set up your student mailbox on your mobile devices.
4. activate nationwide semester ticket
The nationwide semester ticket is available to all regular students. The ticket is digital, is always valid for the official period of the respective semester and must be reactivated before the start of the semester. On the AStA website you will find all the information you need to activate the ticket - have a good journey!
events
Introductions by study programme
The introductory events are specific to the degree programme and provide initial, very important organisational information for first-semester students.
Central events
In addition to the introductory events in the degree programmes, there are central events for all first-semester students. These provide a good opportunity to get to know the central services and offers for students and to network beyond your own degree programme:
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Event |
date |
location/info |
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Preliminary maths course |
23.09. - 27.09. 2024 |
Registration |
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Preliminary physics course |
30.9. - 07.10.2024 |
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Online-Infosession for international students (DE) |
02.10. at 11.30 am |
Link follows |
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Online-Infosession for international students (EN) |
02.10. at 2.30 pm |
link to follow |
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h_da PREMIERE (German) Darmstadt |
14.10. from 10:30 |
Staatstheater Darmstadt |
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h_da PREMIERE (German) Darmstadt |
15.10. from 10:30 |
Campus Dieburg, auditorium |
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h_da campus day |
05.11. 9 am to 2 pm |
moreinformation |
Good to know
ABC of studying at h_da
We have listed the most important study terms on the page Studies from A to Z (in German).
Questions about the residence permit?
On the following pages you will find specific information for international students.
Guidance for all those who are the first in their family to study
Are you one of the first in your family to start studying? With the study start program from ArbeiterKind Hessen (German), you will be accompanied through the first months of your studies.
Campus tour Darmstadt: Studying with disabilities (StuB)
At the start of the semester, the StuB team at h_da offers a campus tour. This is ideal for getting your bearings on the central Darmstadt campus before the semester starts. The tour includes the central buildings C10, C11, C19, C23 and D10 and takes place on the following dates
Friday, 20/09/2024 - 10:00 to 11:00 and 12:00 to 13:00
Monday, 23/09/2024 - 14:00 to 15:00
Friday, 27/09/2024 - 14:00 to 15:00
Register by 17.09.2024 by e-mail at student.support@h-da.de
A good basis for successful studies
Reflect on your own study goals, become aware of your ideas and expectations and get to know yourself better as a student: the handout from the Central Student Advisory Service helps you plan your studies.
Fit for Maths!
MatheFit is an additional offer of Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences and consists of the three modules Maths Pre-Course, Maths Learning Center and Maths Intensive Day. The preliminary course serves to make it easier for first-year students to start their studies. The learning centre and the intensive day offer the possibility of support in mathematical subjects beyond the lectures and tutorials.
Making contacts beyond the h_da
With the ITT (international team of tutors of the Studierendenwerk) you can get to know Darmstadt and new people.
Pre-course in physics
In the preliminary physics course, you brush up on the basics from your school years that you will need for your studies. The physics pre-course is a voluntary additional offer from your university. Please decide for yourself whether you need a refresher. A refresher is recommended for the following degree programmes: Automotive Engineering, Chemical and Biotechnology, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Building Systems Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Optotechnology and Image Processing, Sound and Music Production, Environmental Engineering. You can find more info on the website of the Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences.
Contact
+49.6151.533-5551
helpdesk@h-da.de*
*Contact via student e-mail account stating the matriculation number
Availability over the holidays
We will not be available from Monday, 23.12.2024 to Friday, 03.01.2025, due to the public holidays. Our office hours will also be cancelled during this time. From Monday, 06.01.2025, we will be available again as usual. We wish you a Merry Christmas and a good start to the New Year.