hejmint offers you the chance to explore various STEM disciplines under real university conditions. You’ll attend lectures, work on practical projects, receive personalised support and gain guidance to help you decide on your course of study.
The orientation programme can be particularly helpful if you …
hejmint starts at the beginning of each summer or winter semester and combines orientation programmes with regular courses at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences.
1. Arrival & Orientation
Get to know the university and other participants; coaching sessions on academic and career guidance
2. Discover STEM
Gaining an insight into the faculties and degree programmes at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences
3. Strengthening the basics
Refreshing subject-specific fundamentals in various STEM preparatory courses
4. Experience university life and career fields
Attend lectures, go on excursions to businesses and experience everyday university life
5. Preparing your decision
Reflection, coaching and support in choosing a degree subject
6. Industry placement
Gain an insight into professional life through a placement at a company of your choice
By combining guidance, practical experience and everyday student life, hejmint helps you to better assess your interests and strengths and make an informed decision about your studies.
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Duration: |
7 months (full-time) |
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Start: |
- 1 September 2025 (winter semester 2025/26) |
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Aim: |
Guidance and preparation for a degree in STEM subjects |
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Content: |
- guided academic and career guidance |
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Entry requirements: |
(Specialised) A-levels or equivalent university entrance qualification |
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Status: |
Enrolment at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences with the student status ‘Pre-degree’ |
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Costs: |
Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences semester fee |
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Application deadlines: |
- by 15 August for the winter semester |
During your orientation programme, you will be enrolled at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences. Like regular students, you will be issued with a Campus Card. This gives you access to discounted meals in the canteen, a term ticket, university sports facilities and free entry to various theatres in Darmstadt and the Landesmuseum (Kulturticket).
If you’re interested in degree programmes or modules beyond STEM subjects, please feel free to mention this during your introductory meeting. We’ll then work with the relevant departments to find ways for you to find out more about them.
The industry placement is an optional component and is therefore voluntary. It’s a great opportunity to gain a realistic insight into the professional world of your choice, get to know potential employers and tick off the pre-placement requirement.
Exams you sit during the trial period may be recognised as part of your subsequent degree programme. This means you won’t have to retake these modules later, allowing you to start your degree more relaxed thanks to a less demanding timetable.
For every exam you have sat and passed, you will receive written confirmation. You can submit this to Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences or other universities for recognition.
Important: The decision on whether to recognise academic achievements and examination results is made by the respective higher education institutions. Recognition is usually granted upon application to the relevant examination board for the degree programme in question.
If you’ve already decided on a degree course or vocational training programme during your taster programme, you don’t need to attend the courses and sessions right to the end. Just let us know when your time with us is over, and we’ll help you make the transition to your chosen vocational training programme or degree course.
Do you have any questions about hejmint?
Write us an e-mail or simply give us a call.
hejmint@h-da.de
06151.533-5679
Staff member
Rosanna Jering
