Leave of absence

A leave of absence from your studies is possible due to

• a prolonged illness.
• the need for care of a family member.
• the forthcoming birth and subsequent care of the child as well as parental leave.
• the start of a practical activity that serves the study goal.
• exam preparation.
• other important reasons.
  
  
  As a rule, the period of leave of absence should not exceed two semesters.
  Different regulations apply to childcare or the care of close relatives. Please contact the family service at Heilbronn University, familie@hs-heilbronn.de.
  
  Please fill out the application for leave of absence, sign it from the dean of studies, and hand it in to the student secretariat or send it by mail to the correct contact person in the registration office. The application for leave of absence should be submitted before the start of lectures.

MI: Students of medical informatics please also submit 2 copies of the application for leave of absence for the University of Heidelberg.

Further general information on examination law:
- It is not possible to take a leave of absence during the practical semester.
- During the semester off, students may only take exams that are not part of a course. This means that students cannot take exams for it, for example, LKBK courses or seminars.