Degree Students: Orientation Days

Digital Meetings: Summer semester 2024

Below you find the dates and times for our online meetings:
Get to know us and your fellow students, exchange ideas and ask us your questions.

Date	Time (CEST)	Topic	Language	Link / Presentation
08.03.2024	1 p.m.	Preparation for your arrival	Mixed	Presentation
12.04.2024	1 p.m.	First steps in Siegen (For students who cannot participate in the Orientation Days)	Mixed	https://uni-siegen.webex.com/uni-siegen/j.php?MTID=md084933f63b7c4ef0411dfd75e9b05d0

All digital events can bei participated without registration. The link will be posted shortly before the event.

PLEASE NOTE: After your arrival in Siegen you have to register at the city hall of the city. You need the registration for example, to open a bank account. They might have less free appointments during the semester start. Therefore, please book an appointment before your arrival: Stadt Siegen - Bürgerdienste (For more information see "First Steps").

The winter semester is planned entirely with face-to-face teaching. If you are not able to arrive on time because you are still waiting for your visa, please contact the coordinator of your study program and clarify if a later arrival is possible. It might be better to postpone your enrollment as you need to proof a certain amount of credit points each semester. 
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You find information on registration and enrollment here. If you have any questions, please contact the department STARTING.

  This presentation includes information on your first steps after arrival, such as:
» Health Insurance Coverage / other Insurance Policies 
» Registration 
» USiCars
» Registration at the City Office and opening of a bank account (current information here) 

For further information see also our homepage here.
Additional introductory events and orientation programs for all students are listed here. 


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This presentation is all about accommodation and includes information for students who are still looking for an accommodation as well as for students who have already found a place to live:

» Search for Accommodation  
» Rent
» Rental Agreement
» Notice Period
» Insurance Policies
» Radio and TV License Fee
» Rules and Regulations
» Waste Disposal
» Support

Click here for further information.  

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Knowing the requirements for a residence title is very important! Check the presentation and read the information carefully. 

If you are facing questions or problems, contact the department International Student Affairs.
Additional information are provided on our Residence Title website. 

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The university provides various technical and media services to help you document, plan and complete your studies: 

» ZIMT
» Student Email
» WiFi
» moodle
» sciebo
» University Library
» Additional Offers


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unisono is the campus management system of the University of Siegen and includes a number of different functions: 

» Course Catalogue
» Course Registration 
» Exam Registration
» Print Enrolment Certificate
» Change Address and Personal Information
» Search for Staff 

Further information and instuctions are provided in the unisono tutorial. 

Moodle is the learning management system of the University of Siegen, which makes it possible to support courses in a web-based way, i.e. virtual course rooms can be used to accompany classroom teaching. You can log in to Moodle with the login data of the ZIMT (also for your mail account) and search for your courses there.  Not all courses can be found on Moodle.

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The German uni system and learning experience might differ from your experience at your former university or school abroad. Learn more about what is required and expected from students in Germany: 
 
» Structure of Studies
» Types of Courses
» Achievements 
» Communication



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The Language Center offers you  to improve your German language skills as well as learn and train other languages. Besides language courses, there are language tandems, language cafés and much more. 

A German course is definitely advisable, whether you are studying in English or in German. There are German courses at every level. 
 

If you are studying in German and have already passed the DSH or TestDaF, you should still continue to work on your language skills, for example in the course "Deutsch nach DSH/TestDaF" or in courses such as scientific writing or similar. 

All courses of the Language Center can be found under unisono -> Additional offers -> Veranstaltungen des Sprachenzentrums.

The University of Siegen has a number of small campuses which sometimes make it difficult to find the right building or room. Here you get the campus maps for the biggest campuses as well as the bus connections:

» Adolf-Reichwein-Straße (AR)
» Hölderlinstraße (H)
» Paul-Bonatz (PB)
» Unteres Schloss (US)
» Emmy-Noether-Campus (ENC)

Have a visit of our campuses here. 

Studying at a university can be challenging, especially for international students. There are a number of service units and contacts who will provide information and support whenever you are facing problems or having concerns. Do not hestitate to contact us, we are always here to help! 

 
» Service Units for International Issues
» Student Counseling 
» ZIMT
» University Library 
» Equal Opportunity Office
» Parent and Family Services
» Psychological Counseling
» AStA
» Student Services Organisation Studierendenwerk
» Language Centre Sprachenzentrum
» House of Young Talents
» University Organisation

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The Deparment of International Student Affairs and the Department STARTING provide help and guidance. If you have any questions, please make an appointment. You find us in the Student Service Center (SSC) on Adolf Reichwein Campus.

Budgeting is important to keep your finances under control and avoid financial hardship at the end of your studies. Here you find additional information on finances.

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Make the most of your time in Siegen, join a student group, sign up for activities and meet fellow students. It is much easier to complete your studies successfully if you are a part of the community.
 

Learn more about services and groups waiting for you on and off campus: 
 
» Erasmus Student Network
» Stammtisch
» Tandem Programs
» Uni Sports
» Religious Groups 
» Music
» Media
» Language Courses 
» Career
» etc.

You find additional information on our Student Groups website

Off campus there is a lot to do for leisure. Various activities allow you to meet new people and experience the city and region together or to enjoy some quiet time all by yourself.  
» Sports
» Associations and Societies
» Culture and Social Activities 
» Region

Additional information are provided here

You can also still register for participation in the project Model United Nations (SiegMUN).

Join us for Siegen City Tour, experience your new environment and feel at home right from the start. 
 

Prepare for your studies in Germany and sign up for the online course  "How to study in Germany" free of charge.

Also the DAAD guide provides you a lot of useful information.