In order to study at Heilbronn University or to change study programmes, students must officially apply and provide all documents required.

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Change of study programme

The academic calendar provides HHN students with important dates, such as the start and end of each semester, as well as holiday and examination periods. It is published by the university and contains all relevant dates.

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The Central Student Advisory Service offers an academic calendar containing all relevant dates to support your time management.

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Learning

The Academic Counselling helps with any subject-specific questions and concerns you may have about your study programme. Academic advisors are the professors or (academic) staff members of a study programme.

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If you change your study programme after the second semester, you must provide proof that you have attended an academic counselling session.

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Examination Office

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Registration Office

In order to make the HHN premises accessible and usable for everyone, the university adheres to the principles of accessibility. Information on accessible entries and routes for students with disabilities and students with children at all Heilbronn University campuses is available at the provided link.

You can also contact the HHN representative for students with disabilities. The contacts are provided under “Disability”.

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Sign Language

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Disadvantage Compensation

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Studying with Disabilities

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Studying with Children

Studying can be challenging, but students at HHN aren't alone. The Advisory Services at HHN support students who are doubting their choice of study programme, worried about their financial situation or searching for an internship.

The Career Service offers a free application check, regardless of whether you are applying for an internship semester, a working student position or a job. The International Career Service provides support to students applying for positions abroad.

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Career Service

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International Career Service

Students choose specific subject areas in which to specialise as part of the study programme. Areas of specialisation allow students to gain in-depth knowledge of a field and prepare for their future careers. The compulsory or optional areas of specialisation offered vary depending on the study programme. Information on the areas of specialisation can be found in the Study and Examination Regulations of the respective programmes.

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Study and Examination Regulations

The university grounds are known as the campus. Heilbronn University has four locations: TechCampus in Sontheim, Bildungscampus Heilbronn, Campus Schwäbisch Hall as well as the Campus in Künzelsau. The Campus maps help with orientation.

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Campus maps

HHN students can rent a bike from CampusBike for up to two hours free of charge to go to Bildungscampus and Campus Sontheim. All you need to do is register once, also free of charge.

All students enrolled at HHN with a valid university account (including students of the TechCampus, Künzelsau and Schwäbisch Hall) are entitled to request a CampusCard. The CampusCard serves as an ID card, access key and means of payment. To obtain the CampusCard, you need to register first.

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Campus

There is a Campus Map for each location of Heilbronn University that helps with orientation. The website also includes the addresses, contact details and opening hours of the buildings.

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Campus

HHN’s canteen is run by the Studierendenwerk Heidelberg. Students, staff and guests can enjoy lunch or a snack here. Food and drinks can be paid for using the canteen card or the CampusCard. You can recharge the cards at charging stations using cash or a debit card.

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Career Service

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Job Portal

A service for HHN students and graduates offering guidance on career and professional topics. The job portal features job vacancies and information about employers. Events such as talks and workshops support students with applications and starting their careers. The advisory services cover the entire application process, including interview preparation, application strategies, career orientation and career planning.

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International Career Service

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Students with Caregiving Responsibilities

The Central Student Advisory Service provides independent advice on various topics related to student life.
This advice is confidential, neutral and open-ended. The focus is on your interests, goals, perspectives and questions. The Central Student Advisory Service will support you in finding individual solutions and developing your skills. We recommend making an appointment for more in-depth individual consultations by phone, email or via our online booking system.

The Centre of Study and Teaching (ZfSL) coordinates all extracurricular teaching and further education activities for HHN students, as well as initiatives that promote teaching. The aim is to improve the quality of study conditions and outcomes and to foster the personal, social and cultural development of students and lecturers across faculties.

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Studium Generale

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Enrolment certificate

Certificates for successfully completed courses must be submitted to the examination office as a prerequisite for continuing or completing the study programme. While courses and examinations taken are documented in digital systems, paper certificates of completion are the exception. A Certificate of Completion is a document showing which course has been passed, the grade achieved and the ECTS credits obtained. Students receive (digital) certificates of completion after successfully completing the course.

Students may change their study programme for various reasons. To do so, they must apply for a different programme via the standard procedure. Students who are in their fourth semester or higher and want to change their study programme must submit proof that they have attended an academic counselling session for the new programme.

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If you have any questions about the recognition of coursework and examinations, you can contact the academic counselling service responsible for your study programme.

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Academic Counselling 

The Family Service offers childcare during both the semester and holidays at HHN. This service enables parents to pursue their studies or jobs while their children are looked after, promoting the reconciliation of family, student and professional life.

The university pastors offer confidential counselling and support on issues such as stress management, financial emergencies, pregnancy, worries and in times of grief.

A colloquium is a seminar at a university during which students or researchers present and discuss their research findings. It provides participants an opportunity for critical reflection and feedback to improve the quality of their research.

Committees at a higher education institution are decision-making bodies made up of representatives from various groups. The members of the committees are elected or appointed and generally have a say in important decisions.

Unless otherwise stipulated in the special part of the Study and Examination Regulations, all individual grades within the subject grade (module grade) can be compensated if the overall grade is at least “sufficient”.

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Study and Examination Regulation

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Module handbook

Discrimination and bullying are not tolerated at HHN. Students have the right to lodge a complaint in such cases. This is based on the General Act on Equal Treatment (Allgemeines Gleichbehandlungsgesetz, AGG) and the statutes on protection against discrimination and bullying. The Complaints Office According to Section 13 AGG and the points of contact will provide you with support.

The Computer Centre is responsible for hosting the university’s WiFi network, managing student email accounts and providing printing infrastructure, among other things. The computer centre is also here to advise and support you with any technical queries you may have regarding your account, email, file exchange and VPN.

The Consultation Hours at Heilbronn University give students the chance to talk to professors and staff members about any questions or concerns they may have. Appointments can be booked in person, by email or online. The time slots are usually listed on the websites of the contact points.

SWS indicate how many hours a course comprises during the lecture period each week. For example, a value of 2 SWS means 2 hours per week. Students can find the corresponding SWS value for each course in the study and examination regulations for their study programme.

In cooperation with companies in the region and the Heilbronn-Franken Chamber of Commerce and Industry, HHN offers the Cooperative Study Model—Study Programme PLUS Training. It combines a traditional vocational training with an engineering study programme. Students can achieve the double qualification in around five years.

A course is a set of classes on a specific topic taught within a degree programme. The design of a course can vary depending on the degree programme, the type of course and the teacher’s qualifications; it can take the form of a lecture, seminar, exercise course, etc. Courses comprise a set number of contact hours per week and are credited with ECTS credits.

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Contact Hours per Week

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ECTS

Coursework and Examinations refer to graded work completed as part of a study programme to demonstrate learning progress or the level of knowledge. These can take the form of written, oral, practical or other examinations and count towards the module or final grade of a study programme.

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ECTS

ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) is the European system for recording student achievements. ECTS credits are calculated on the basis of the estimated time and workload required on average to complete individual courses, modules, etc.

HHN offers WiFi for all members at all locations. When connecting to the WiFi network, you will be asked to enter your user name and password. The user name must be entered in the format ‘loginname@hs-heilbronn.de’.

Enrolment is the process of registering as an official student at a higher education institution. Only after enrolment are students allowed to attend lectures and take exams. Enrolment is completed once the semester fee has been paid.

An enrolment certificate or certificate of study serves as proof of enrolment at a higher education institution in addition to the student ID card. The certificate is usually valid for one semester and is issued by the registration office.

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International Office

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Events Calendar

The events calendar lists all upcoming events at Heilbronn University, providing detailed information such as dates and registration details.

Inner restlessness, palpitations and negative thoughts that occur before or during an exam are symptoms of exam anxiety. Exam anxiety can lead to blackouts and affect students’ daily lives. In consultations and workshops, students can learn how to manage exam anxiety and approach exams with a positive mindset.

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Church on Campus

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Psychosocial Counselling Centre

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Central Student Advisory Service

Students must register in order to sit examinations. They can register online before the deadlines set by the higher education institution. Students can register for a maximum of 18 exams online. Further registrations can be made using the PDF form.

If you miss the registration deadline, you can register for the relevant exams at a later date for a fee. The fee is EUR10.00 per exam (with a maximum of EUR40.00 per registration period, regardless of the number of late registrations).

Go to the request form.

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De-registration from exams

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Exam withdrawal

If students are unable to sit an exam on the scheduled date for compelling reasons, they must submit the exam withdrawal form to the Examination Office immediately, along with relevant evidence (e.g. a medical certificate). If they fail to do so, an unsuccessful attempt will be recorded.

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Exam registration and de-registration from exams

Each department has an Examination Committee that monitors compliance with the examination regulations and ensures that examinations are conducted properly. The committee also decides on recognitions, individual regulations and appeals against decisions in the examination process.

The Examination Office can answer questions relating to examinations, grades, theses, disenrolment and certificates. In consultation with the academic counselling service, it is also responsible for recognising and registering credits, registering final theses and extending deadlines.

There are various deadlines that must be observed. These include application deadlines for study programmes, re-registration deadlines for enrolled students and deadlines for exam registrations and de-registrations. It is important to adhere to these deadlines, otherwise you may face disadvantages.

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Please also take into account the deadlines for the basic and advanced study periods.

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Advanced Study Period

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Basic Study Period

As of the winter semester 2017/2018, the Land of Baden-Württemberg introduced tuition fees for international students from countries outside the EU/EEA (except for exchange students) as well as for students pursuing a second degree. Under certain conditions, the obligation to pay tuition fees may be waived.

HHN values diversity and welcomes everyone regardless of their gender, age, biography, ethnicity, religion or physical ability. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory environment at our university, where all individuals are treated with respect.

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Protection Against Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying

A group of selected students forms the General Students' Committee (AStA), which represents the interests and concerns of students at the university level and advocates on their behalf in decision-making processes. They also organise sports courses, cultural activities, advisory services and various events.

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Use the AStA App on your mobile phone to explore study-related topics.

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Laptop Rental Service

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Borrowing Equipment

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Legal Advice

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Tax Advice

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Consumer Protection Advice

The General Studies programme includes seminars and courses at HHN that are not part of the standard curriculum. All HHN students and staff members are permitted to participate in the General Studies programme. There is a wide range of options on offer, from language courses to art and additional qualifications.

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Check your Study and Examination regulations to see if you can have General Studies courses recognised as part of your study programme.

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Study and Examination Regulations

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Centre of Study and Teaching

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Transcript of Records

A Graduation Ceremony is a formal event held at a higher education institution to celebrate graduates’ academic achievements and the completion of their studies. During this ceremony, the graduates receive their degree certificates.

Guest students attend courses without being officially enrolled at a higher education institution. They have limited rights and obligations compared to students, can gain knowledge and experience and attend lectures and seminars without aiming for an academic degree.

ILIAS is an online study management system that higher education institutions use to provide e-learning content. It also provides a communication platform for students and professors. Students register for courses on ILIAS and receive study materials and information.

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International Office

The Individual Part-Time Study Programme enables students who have additional private or professional responsibilities to successfully complete a degree. Reasons for this could include a job, care work or health issues. The part-time study programme is offered in all bachelor’s and master’s programmes.

International students who would like to apply for a job in Germany are supported in the application process and provided with an overview on the job market. Students who would like to apply for an internship abroad receive information and support in preparing their search for an internship and in the application process.

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Career Service

The International Office at HHN is responsible for the internationalisation of the university and is an important point of contact for students, partner universities, professors and staff. It is the point of contact for students interested in spending a semester abroad.

The International Student Support offers comprehensive support services for international students seeking a degree at HHN. These include support and counselling before entering the country, when arriving in Germany and throughout the completion of the study programme at Heilbronn University.

An internship is a temporary activity that focuses on deepening knowledge in a specific area through practical or professional application. All HHN study programmes include an internship semester, which students usually complete in their fifth semester.

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Internship Semester

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Internship

During the internship semester, students gain insight into professional practice, test their skills and apply the knowledge they have acquired. All bachelor’s programmes at Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences include an internship semester, usually in the fourth or fifth semester. The internship semester lasts six months, during which students work exclusively in a company.
Further information is provided by the respective faculty.

A master’s programme is a Graduate Degree Programme you can usually complete after you have obtained a bachelor's degree. It usually takes two years and qualifies you to pursue a doctorate.

Various Math Courses are available to help students refresh and improve their mathematical knowledge. From the math bridge course to the Mathematics Learning Centre—Courses can be attended before or during the study programme.

The LIV’s e-media Lab and Podcast Studio is equipped with all the professional tools you need for video and sound recording, including cameras, microphones, teleprompters and green screens. For post-production, there is a production room, a podcast/sound studio and two editing workstations equipped with the necessary software.

Mentoring involves experienced individuals providing personal support and sharing their knowledge and experience to help students with their personal or professional development. The aim is to provide guidance, nurture talent and face challenges together. Mentors support their mentees in these regards.

The Mission Statement outlines the shared understanding of roles and core values of all members of Heilbronn University. The mission statement and its underlying core values serve as guidelines for decision-making and prioritisation in day-to-day work, helping to create and maintain a vibrant values-based culture at Heilbronn University.

A Module Catalogue provides an overview on the modules taken in a study programme and serves as a guideline. Depending on the study programme, students can choose when to take the respective modules. Students pass the study programme when they have successfully completed all modules.

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Module Examination

A Module Examination can take the form of graded coursework, a written or an oral exam or a term paper and completes a module. The examination is graded and credit points are awarded. The grade awarded for a module examination is included in your overall bachelor’s/master’s grade.

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Big Band

HHN has Opening Hours during which the buildings are open to students, staff and guests. Different opening hours apply during the semester and during the semester breaks.

The Otto Rettenmaier Cross-Faculty Research Laboratory at TechCampus is an institution that provides state-of-the-art equipment for teaching and research in the fields of robotics and automation.

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International Office

The individual examination boards are responsible for the Recognition of Coursework and Examinations (e.g. in case of studies abroad or previous studies). Following a prior request, the examination board decides on the recognition of coursework and examinations. The examination office is in charge of the processing. If coursework and examinations are recognised, you do not need to take the examinations in your degree programme.

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If you have any questions, please contact the respective person in charge of Academic Counselling.

Everything you need to know about examinations, the recognition of coursework and examination as well as relevant request forms and documents are provided at:

The information page for prospective and current students provides more detailed information on the recognition of coursework and examinations:

The rector is the head of a higher education institution. They are responsible for developing and implementing the institution’s strategy, as well as representing the university externally. The rector is elected by the university council and the senate. The rectorate comprises all members of the university’s management team.

The Registration Office is the point of contact for all (prospective) students who have questions about the application process, admission, enrolment and re-registration.

In order to continue their studies in the next semester, students must re-enrol. To do this, they must pay the semester fee on time. Failure to re-register will result in disenrolment. Re-registration is only possible during the period specified by HHN.

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Semester Fee

Research is a systematic process of inquiry aimed at discovering and acquiring new knowledge in a specific field. Researchers follow a structured methodology and use critical analysis to answer research questions.
Heilbronn University has a strong research profile in various fields.

International full-time students require a residence permit for study purposes, which they can apply for at the local foreigners authority in charge. It depends on your registered address which foreigners authority is in charge: city of Heilbronn, district of Heilbronn, Schwäbisch Hall, Künzelsau etc.

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Foreigners authority

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If you have any questions on your visa, please contact the International Student Support team.

The Room of Silence is open to everyone and can be used by people of all religions or by anyone seeking peace and quiet. It is open during the buildings’ opening hours.

Term Papers and Final Theses are pieces of academic writing and research produced by students at higher education institutions. Term papers typically focus on a specific topic from the course. Final theses (bachelor’s or master’s theses) are required for obtaining an academic degree.

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Examinations

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Final Thesis

Students can view all the courses of the selected study programme and semester in the timetables.
They will also receive information about the room, time and lecturer.

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The Faculty of Engineering has created an informative website for first-year students about starting their studies, as well as a video about creating a timetable. It is worth taking a look!
www.hs-heilbronn.de/de/erstsemester-te

We are happy to provide you with a written introduction on how to create your timetable.

Step 1: 
Log in at www.splan.hs-heilbronn.de.

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Click on “Configure Timetable”.

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Select your study programme, e.g. SEB

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Select your semester, e.g. SEB 1 (1 stands for the first semester).

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Choose the courses you will be attending this semester. The course times are now displayed in the timetable. Remember to check your study and examination regulations for guidance.

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Pay attention to the colour of your course: Does your chosen course take place weekly or as a block seminar during the semester?

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Click on “Stay Informed”. This will ensure that you are kept up to date if anything changes in your course.

The Transcript of Records confirms and summarises the grades achieved in the study programme up to a certain point. The Transcript of Records can be downloaded from the HIS online system.

In some cases, students must pay tuition fees in addition to the semester fee. This applies to students completing a second degree, international students and students on part-time study programmes for working professionals.

Tutors are students from higher semesters who support students with their studies in tutorials. In some cases, tutorials are offered for individual lectures or to provide help and support with practical projects.

Tutorials accompany lectures, providing an opportunity to review and deepen your understanding of the material covered through exercises. The faculties provide information on the tutorials offered. For example, there are mathematics tutorials for mathematics courses.