Open University / Ready to Study 2026
Ready to start your studies? On June 13, 2026, the Open University will take place again from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Schlossplatz of the Campus Unteres Schloss in Siegen.
At the study fair "Ready to Study", you will find all the information you need about studying for a Bachelor's or Master's degree at the University of Siegen. Citizens, students and alumni as well as all members of the university are also warmly invited. Students, researchers and employees will provide an insight into their work.
At 46 booths and interactive stations, visitors can explore what university life has to offer and get involved themselves. The day is accompanied by plenty of music—from the university big band to pop and rock bands.
One highlight will be the lecture by Mirko Drotschmann (also known as MrWissen2Go), who will discuss the topic "Military service or compulsory military service?
How does Germany want to defend itself better in the future?".
The "Ready to Study" program at a glance
Ready to start your studies? At the study fair "Ready to Study" you will find all the information you need about studying for a Bachelor's or Master's degree at the University of Siegen.
Click here for the Bachelor's program.
Click here for the program for Master's courses.
Here you can download the program flyer for "Ready to Study":
Site plan
What can you expect at the various booths and stations?
Stand 3 // Organic? - logical!
The future remains alive.
Stand 4 // Studying health with a system
Find out first-hand from students and lecturers what the degree programs "Digital Health Sciences & Biomedicine (B. Sc.)" and "Biomedical Technology (M. Sc.)" have to offer!
Booth 5 // CivilING
As a civil engineer, you are in demand in all areas of civil society
- housing, infrastructure, climate change and mobility are looking for innovative engineering solutions today and tomorrow.
Stand 6 // The fascination of mechanical engineering
From innovative materials to technology with a future: we make it possible to experience
what mechanical engineering in Siegen is all about.
Stand 13 // Forgotten Siegen architecture
Historically significant buildings in the city have disappeared from the public consciousness
. Attempts are being made to make lost or "forgotten" buildings from recent history visible again.
Stand 14 // Institute for Social Pedagogy and ZPE
Researching social issues? Enabling participation!
Training for practice and higher education, regional and (inter)national research at the Institute of Social Pedagogy and the Center for Planning and Development of Social Services!
Stand 22 // Teacher training program
The Center for Teacher Training and Educational Research provides information about the
teacher training courses. Staff from the teacher training workshop
are available to answer individual questions.
Stand 24 // Department of Architecture
The Department of Architecture presents all 14 teaching areas and the two laboratories for materials science and model making with selected works from teaching and research.
Stand 27 // Didactics of Physics
Welcome to the didactics of physics! We introduce ourselves, provide information about the
teacher training program for physics and subject teaching and are happy to answer all your questions about studying. Come and have a look!
Booth 31 // Media Studies
Information to follow
Stand 33 // Institute of Music - Music studies in Siegen
Information about studying music in Siegen. Insights into study programs, ensembles and performance opportunities as well as discussions with students and teachers. Live music from students and try out acoustic and digital instruments.
Stand 35 // phil: Student advisory service
Are you interested in social issues, history, literature, media, culture(s) or languages? Then get to know our diverse and international Bachelor's and Master's degree programs at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.
Stand 1 // Experience STEM
Scientific and technical experiments for the whole family.
Here you can carry out exciting experiments yourself and take the results home with you at
.
Stand 2 // FAMS - Robotics and Automation Up Close
What can a robot do? How exactly does 3D printing work?
And what exactly are sensors?
All questions are answered here interactively and with live demos!
Stand 28 // The fascination of solid state physics
Discover the crystal structures
"Nicely arranged, isn't it?
Solid-state physics describes how materials are made up of individual atoms
. You can make and rebuild crystals yourself at the stand.
Stand 29 // Visual Computing Kicker
Students show how camera & Raspberry Pi track the ball of a kicker, measure speed and count goals. Discover technology, talk about studying computer science - or simply play table football!
Stand 40 // Quantum science leads to new technologies
Learn the basics about quantum physics phenomena and new technologies such as quantum computers and quantum sensors.
Stand 41 // Particle physics, the universe and me
What is matter made of? What forces act between particles? How did the
universe come into being? What we know about it and what we are researching.
Stand 7 // Innovation in action: the production of the future
From laser cladding to AI breweries: at the Buschhütten campus,
the IPEM Chair shows how production
is being redefined together with students.
Stand 9 // Perspective CaLL
Knowledge transfer for society at large: We give an outlook on
our future campus for attractive lifelong learning.
Discover, for example, our House of Science with a program
for curious people of all ages!
Stand 20 // FUSION - Transformation of the rural-industrialized area
Various sub-projects of the project are researching
ways to make our region fit for the future
Stand 21 // AI meets theology
We ask how AI challenges our view of humanity and faith.
Join us to discuss the ethics of tomorrow!
Stand 25 // Central information stand
Here you can find all the information you need about the Open University, register for a
library tour or purchase popular items from our university store.
Stand 26 // Center for Information and Media Technology (ZIMT)
IT, media and support from a single source. We make studying, teaching and research digitally simple.
Stand 38 // Build Your future @Uni Siegen
Let's talk - information about studying and training at the University of Siegen
Stand 39 // Ready to Study - well advised for your studies
Info presentations about our Bachelor's degree programs, talks with the Central Student Advisory Service
, student life and much more.
Stand 8 // Studierendenwerk Siegen - making studying a success!
We make sure that you can devote yourself fully to your studies.
Sign up for a guided tour of the canteen or spin our wheel of fortune!
There's a creative offer for kids.
Stand 11 // Study & Consult
The student consultancy Study&Consult offers students
consulting projects, workshops and a strong network of companies for
valuable practical experience - in addition to club life.
Stand 15 // UniversitätsSCHULE Siegen
The UniversitätsSCHULE combines school & teaching development, research and teacher training in all three phases. It opens up new paths for innovative practice, research and training.
Stand 16 // Psychology Student Council
Learning together. Growing together.
Booth 30 // Get involved in your studies with your FSR SLM
Whether it's about individual courses and work, general study conditions or
student life - we represent your interests and support you!
Stand 44 // OASE-Lernwerkstatt - Learn what you want!
Lernwerkstatt means self-determined learning in a democratic, stimulating environment. We show you our projects and how OASE enables participation for primary school children and students.
Stand 46 // From prison to library - guided tour and presentation
The special character of the US branch library will be highlighted and the eventful history of the building illustrated.
Guided tours: 12:00 and 14:00 (approx. 60 min.)
Register at the information pavilion.
Stand 46 // Publish and make it findable - 25 years of universi - Universitätsverlag Siegen
Under the motto "Publishing with the University Library", universi, the university publishing house Siegen, will be presenting services offered by the University Library Siegen and a selection of its publishing program.
Booth 46 // Academic writing during studies with ZefaS
The Center for Academic Writing (ZefaS) presents its
support services for students and pupils and invites all interested parties to discuss key topics (e.g. the use of
AI in the writing process).
Stand 23 // The International Office and the Language Center
We provide information on studying and internships abroad, language learning
and international activities in Siegen - you can also win Siggis.
Stand 45 // Siegen in Europe - Europe in Siegen
The ATHENA university alliance of the University of Siegen provides information about study and exchange opportunities in Europe for prospective students, undergraduates and doctoral students - with a Europe quiz and creative painting activity.
Booth 34 // CampusTV - DeinCampus. Your TV"
Whether from New York, Berlin or the festival grounds - we deliver exclusive reports and entertaining formats such as our own game show! There will be exciting insights and games at our stand.
Stand 42 // Radius 92.1
Find out how your campus radio is made at the University of Siegen and put your music knowledge to the test in the song quiz!
Stand 43 // Project seminar readings and literature festivals
We present the projects of the seminar, e.g. readings at vielSeitig-Festival. With hands-on activities, book prizes, coffee and reading fun, we bring literature and the teaching of literature to life.
Stand 10 // All In! Diversity is our profession
The Department of Equal Opportunities shows how diversity, equality, inclusion,
diversity and family friendliness are practiced at the University of Siegen and invites kids to join in with activities.
Stand 12 // Experience the psychology of digital media
Discover the effects of digital media in a playful way: What positive and negative effects do they have? What do "likes" on social media do to us? And how does problematic use arise?
Stand 18 // Fab Lab Siegen
The Fab Lab Siegen is a creative workshop at the University of Siegen that is open to everyone and where (almost) anything can be made. Come by and learn 3D printing with us!
Booth 32 // Speeding Scientists Siegen The Future of Performance
The Speeding Scientists Siegen is an initiative of the University of Siegen.
Students from various disciplines work together to develop and build an electric racing car for international competitions.
Booth 46 // Escape Game "The Secret in the Library
Solve puzzles and discover the library in the process.
Meeting point: circulation desk
Duration: approx. 30 minutes / possible at any time from 10:00-16:00
Stand 17 // Innovation & Start-up
Everything here revolves around innovation, start-ups and entrepreneurship. Meet people who are on the scene every day and get inspired!
Stand 19 // Studying for/Working in SMEs
Medium-sized companies offer a variety of career opportunities.
Learn about the paths into this exciting career field at the "Studying for/Working in SMEs" stand.
Stand 36/37 // 36/37 Planning - Building - Operating - We make space for the future - Department 5 Working where the future is made - Your job for a strong university
Take a look behind the scenes with us - we offer technology and
building tours. We will answer your questions about our diverse tasks and exciting career opportunities.
Stage program Open University 2026
On June 13, 2026 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the square of the Lower Castle
10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Uni Bigband (conducted by Martin Reuther)
10:30 - 10:50 a.m.
Official opening of the event by the Rector of the University of Siegen, Stefanie Reese, and the Mayor of the City of Siegen, Tristan Vitt
10:50 - 11:00 a.m.
Uni Bigband (conducted by Martin Reuther)
11:20 - 11:50 a.m.
JazzRockPop-Ensemble of the University of Siegen (conductor Mario Mammone)
12:05 - 12:15 p.m.
K-Pop dance group Celestient (@celestient)
12:35-13:05
Mosaik - A rock and pop band that unites the colorful diversity and personal stories of the band members through unique sounds and perspectives to create a mosaic of passion and community
13:25 - 13:55
A small combo: three basses without a fret
- one bass-baritone is included, the rest have nothing to do with it
14:10 - 14:20
K-Pop dance group Celestient (@celestient)
14:40 - 15:10
"Com Felipe Quartet"
15:30 - 16:00
Do Not Cross - Blues and rock covers from Freudenberg
(@Do_not_cross_band)
12:00 - 13:45 //
Lower Castle Campus Auditorium Center / US-C 116
Germany has had a "new military service" since January 2026. Although compulsory military service has not been reactivated, it can be easily reinstated through the back door if necessary. What does this mean in concrete terms for young people in a world that seems to be coming apart at the seams? Could it be that Bundeswehr soldiers will have to defend European values in the foreseeable future, for example as part of a 'peacekeeping force' in Ukraine? In his lecture, Mirko Drotschmann alias MrWissen2go explains what has changed in military service, what the consequences are - and what would happen in an emergency.
- Haus der Wissenschaft - Saturdays at 12 with Mirko Drotschmann (also known as MrWissen2go)