Starting Your Studies at KIT

Information, contact, study organization - important topics at a glance

The start of your studies marks the beginning of a new chapter in your life. At the beginning, there are many questions: What do I have to consider? Which courses do I have to attend? How can I finance my studies? In addition, there are everyday matters outside of university life, such as finding a place to live or sports and cultural activities. In order not to forget anything, we would like to guide you to the most important information about studying at KIT in a clear and compact way.

Drei Studierende schauen gemeinsam auf einen Laptop und diskutieren darüber.

Arriving

Orientation phase, preparation, financing your studies, mobility and anything else that is important.

Zwei Studierende sitzen vor einer Tafel nebeneinander. Die Studentin hält ein Tablet, auf dem sie dem Studenten etwas zeigt.

How to Ersti

In short clips on YouTube, we explain in German the most important things new students need to know at KIT.

Playlist

Drei Studierende stehen eng beieinander und unterhalten sich.

Advice and help

An overview of the information and counseling points at KIT: Where to go with my request? Who can help me with my problems?

Advisory Services

Mehrere Studierende posieren mit Ordnern und Heften in der Hand vor einem Haus.

Getting involved

AStA, university groups, student councils - there are numerous ways to get involved in your studies and beyond

Overview

Die Sonne scheint durch einen großen Baum hindurch. Im Hintergrund sind Gebäude und weitere Pflanzen.

Living and learning

In addition to organizational matters, such as the housing market, you will find information on the many opportunities Karlsruhe offers.