TU Darmstadt - International Student Services

Your X Weeks are here!
Welcome to TU Darmstadt, exchange students! From the Welcome Day to various socio-cultural events, these first days are all about getting you settled, informed, and connected before the semester kicks off.
Meet fellow students, get answers to your questions, pick up your welcome bag, and start exploring everything Darmstadt has to offer. And don't forget, ISS and their team is here to help you feel at home and make new friends along the way.
Campus Stadtmitte, S1|03
2 to 3 September 2026
We can't wait to meet you! Check out our X-Weeks website (profile) for more info

Summer is the perfect time to explore beyond Darmstadt. Whether you're after medieval castles, forest trails, or a quiet old town with almost no tourists, there's something within easy reach for every kind of weekend.

The best part? Your Semesterticket covers most of the journey.

Heidelberg in 40 minutes. Odenwald in 30. Idstein in about an hour. Swipe for what to see, do, and keep in mind for each.

We know, we know, taking a break feels impossible when your to-do list is endless. But here's the thing: breaks are not a reward for finishing. They're part of what makes finishing possible.

Your brain needs rest to consolidate what you've studied. Pushing through for hours without stopping actually makes you less effective, not more.

So close the tab, put down the highlighter, and do something that actually recharges you. You'll come back sharper

Scholarship for More Equal Opportunities!
The International Student Services at TU Darmstadt are awarding the DAAD-Scholarship, providing financial support to international students. This includes students with a refugee background, disabilities and/or chronic illnesses, gender-specific challenges, or caregiving responsibilities. Apply now!

Application deadline: 10 September 2026.

More info at: www.tu-darmstadt.de/financial-assistance
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Stipendium für mehr Chancengerechtigkeit!

Die International Student Services der TU Darmstadt vergeben das DAAD-Stipendium, das internationale Studierende finanziell unterstützt. Dazu gehören Studierende mit Fluchthintergrund, Behinderung und/oder chronischer Erkrankung, geschlechtsspezifischen Herausforderungen oder Betreuungspflichten. Jetzt bewerben!

Bewerbungsfrist: 10. September 2026.

Mehr Infos unter: www.tu-darmstadt.de/financial-assistance

Exam season is well underway, and we know it's a lot.

Whether you're juggling multiple subjects, studying in your second or third language, or just feeling the pressure, you're not alone. Here are a few evidence-backed tips to help you study smarter, not just longer.

The biggest one? Sleep. Please sleep. No amount of last-minute cramming makes up for a brain running on empty.

You've put in the work. Now trust the process.

And if you're looking for more structured support, TU Darmstadt's HDA offers free workshops, wellbeing tools, and self-study courses designed specifically for students. Link in the last slide.

With Heinerfest taking over the city centre from 2–6 July, several TU Darmstadt buildings in Stadtmitte will have special closing times.
Affected buildings: Stadtmitte Süd (S3/6, S3/11, S3/21, S3/12–15) and Stadtmitte Mitte (S1/01, S1/02–03, S2/02)
Thu 2 & Fri 3 July: Normal hours until 20:00, then closed
Sat 4 & Sun 5 July: Closed all day
Mon 6 July: Normal hours until 17:00, then closed
No classes or room rentals will take place during the closures. Plan your campus visits accordingly.
Enjoy your time at the festival for the people of Darmstadt!