Central Student Advisory Service

What is the difference between a university and a university of applied sciences? How is studying different from school? What is expected of me?

What do I enjoy and what am I good at? What do I definitely not want? Which qualities matter for my desired study programme?

How much does studying cost and where can I get financial support? How long does a degree take and what does “standard period of study” mean? How can I study and work at the same time? What are my options with family responsibilities?

What can I do later with my desired study programme? Do I see myself in this profession? Which study programme leads to my career goal?

Which study programmes have restricted admissions and which are not restricted? What does dual mean, and what is a work-based degree programme? Where are the content priorities in each programme?

How do I choose between vocational training and a degree, or between two study programmes? What matters when choosing the place of study?

How does my study programme work? Who are my contacts? Where do I find the study plan and key information? How do I meet other students? What student initiatives exist on campus?

How do I organise myself to get things done? What must I consider when planning my studies? What happens if I fail a written exam?

What can I do if I feel overwhelmed? Where can I get support when things go off track? Which methods help against procrastination? What happens if I need to repeat graded work?

What helps with exam anxiety? Where can I find support if I suffer from it?

How do I organise myself to learn well? Have I met all prerequisites? Is there support for academic writing? What can I do if contact with my examiners is difficult?

How do I choose between a Master’s degree and a job? Which Master’s degree programmes fit? What if I do not get a place on the degree programme? How do I bridge the time between bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree? How do I plan my career entry? How do I network with companies and organisations in the field? Where do I find job vacancies?

Can I interrupt my studies? What is a leave of absence and when can I apply? How do I re-enter my studies after a break?

What if I am unsure about my study choice? Can I simply drop out? Will my credits be recognised if I switch university or study programme at HAWK? What happens if I have finally failed?