Checklist for starting studying
- Request information from institution/research on Internet;
- Applying;
- Wait for reply from uni-assist, the institution or the ZVS;
- Sort out health insurance;
- Find a flat or a room in halls of residence;
- After receiving an invitation to enrol, pay the semester fees;
- Enrol in person on the specified date;
- Attend introductory events at the institution;
- Obtain a copy of the course and examination rules;
- Obtain the lecture timetable;
- Sort out your timetable;
- Register for the seminars;
- Obtain a library card;
- Apply for Internet access (if required);
- Buy specialist literature;
- Apply for a scholarship / find a job;
- Talk to the student advice service...
Further information can be found at www.allstudents.de
Another checklist for an optimum start to university life is available from e-fellows.net. Once you have a definite place on a course, follow the heading "Starting Uni"/Roadmap to starting studying.
