Semester Program

New at TUHH? Join our Welcome Weeks!

Further info: https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/international/incoming-and-integration-services/welcome-weeks 

Intercultural Workshops for International Students

New to the university and interested in intercultural exchange? Join our intercultural workshop series for international and exchange students this summer semester. Together we will discuss stereotypes, culture shock, and university culture through interactive activities and conversations.

Through fun activities, discussions, and short exchange formats, we will get to know each other, reflect on cultural perspectives, and share experiences about studying and living in an international environment.

The first session, “Stereotypes and Prejudice,” will take place on Wednesday, April 8 at 16:00 in Room N 0009.  Dates for the other two sessions will be announced soon.

An open meeting in the art room for all students and employees who are interested in art, creativity, and intercultural exchange. Together we will pick topics to work on and explore the cultural life in Hamburg.

Here you can connect with others, get creative together, and develop your own ideas for artistic activities on campus.

No registration required: Just join us.

Start 17 April

Where: Building B; ArtRoom B 1013

When: Fridays 3- 5 pm

This art of movement takes over our main stage: Together with a group of skaters and dancers, choreographer Mette Ingvartsen transforms the K6 into a skatepark. She expands the traditional dance vocabulary with kickflips, 180s, and boardslides – a vivid reminder of her youth, when she was a skater herself.

This high-energy performance playfully pushes the boundaries of what’s possible and gives rise to a utopian community where skateboarding and dance merge into one shared, striking, and fast-paced choreography.

Where? Kampnagel

Registration required: https://intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/skatepark

At our Language Cafés, you’ll have the chance to improve your language skills in a relaxed setting, meet new people, and enjoy interesting conversations. Each session is led by native speakers, giving you the chance to experience the language and culture firsthand.

Please find further info on our website: https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/studying/during-your-studies/learn-a-language-at-tuhh/language-cafes

Join our Semester opening event on Thursday, 23 April, 5.30 pm. at LUK (building A)!  A great opportunity to meet interesting people, practice languages, and and learn more about the program.

Explore Art and Speak German – Together!

Come with us to the Hamburger Kunsthalle and discover how paintings can tell stories. In this relaxed museum tour, we’ll look at artworks side by side and share our impressions. We start with simple observations and step by step uncover the fascinating stories behind each piece.

Art gives us so many ways to talk, describe, and express ourselves. Together, we’ll practice describing what we see, exchanging ideas, and improving our German – all in a fun and interactive way. The focus is on curiosity, conversation, and the joy of storytelling.

This event is perfect for anyone with German skills from level B1 upwards. 

Seats are limited, so please register in advance:  https://intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/kunsthalle

The Art & Culture Lab is an inspiring platform for exchange and artistic collaboration at TUHH.
The current project „Quo Vadis“ invites you to explore your personal places of longing and express them artistically.
Join two relaxed workshops on Sunday, April 26, and Saturday, May 9, each from 2 to 5 pm in a studio near TUHH.
Together, we will try out different painting techniques, get inspired, and develop your own visual ideas.
No prior experience needed – just come by!
All materials are provided, and a professional artist will guide you. At the end, we will showcase your works in a small exhibition at TUHH.
Curious? Then join us and discover where your ideas will take you.

More dates to follow soon.

Places are limited. Please register here.

In our Language Cafés you’ll have the chance to improve your language skills in a relaxed setting, meet new people, and enjoy interesting conversations. Each session is led by native speakers, giving you the chance to experience the language and culture firsthand.

Further Info: https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/studying/during-your-studies/learn-a-language-at-tuhh/language-cafes 

An open meeting in the art room for all students and employees who are interested in art, creativity, and intercultural exchange. Together we will pick topics to work on and explore the cultural life in Hamburg.

Here you can connect with others, get creative together, and develop your own ideas for artistic activities on campus.

No registration required: Just join us.

Where: Building B; ArtRoom B 1013
When: Fridays 3- 5 pm

We are visiting the Hanseatic city of Lübeck, Germany’s most extensive UNESCO World Heritage Site. With six church towers surpassing 100 metres, Lübeck is the city with the highest number of tall church towers worldwide.
We take the train from Hamburg main station in the morning and return there in the early evening. 

Once we arrive, we’ll go on a guided sightseeing walk, followed by a lunch together in a restaurant with vegetarian / vegan options. After lunch we’ll enjoy the view of the city from the top of one of the church towers in Lübeck. In the afternoon, you’ll have some freetime in Lübeck, splitting in smaller groups and meeting again before our train to Hamburg departs.

This excursion is a great opportunity to get to know this beautiful city and conncet with fellow international students at the TUHH.

Your own contribution to the trip amounts to 10 Euros and must be payed in cash on the 20th of April between 09:30 and 10:30 in Building E, Room 0058 (Eva Turos). This amount is non-refundable, unless you cancel on time for us to arrange a replacement.

Registration required: https://intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/lubeckmai26

Join us for an evening of culture, community, and delicious food from around the world!

Bring a dish that represents your culture, your heritage, or simply a

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<p>    Street Food &amp; Nightlife – Discover Berlin's culinary scene</p>
<p>  Join us for Intercultural exchange, perfect German/English program, unforgettable memories!<br /> Cost: 62€ all included</p>
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favorite recipe you love and share it with others while tasting flavors from different cultures.

Registration: https://intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/international_potluck

Berlin Excursion May 8–10, 2026 – Discover the Capital!

3 days of pure inspiration in Berlin await you!

Highlights:

    Bundestag & Reichstag – Experience politics up close

    Brandenburg Gate & Museum Island – Icons of the world city

    Street Food & Nightlife – Discover Berlin's culinary scene

  Join us for Intercultural exchange, perfect German/English program, unforgettable memories!
Cost: 62€ all included

Places limited: register here

The ArtRoom project “Quo Vadis” is all about exploring your personal places of longing—and turning them into art.

Join us for relaxed workshop session in a studio near TUHH. Together, we’ll play with painting techniques, get inspired, and create your own visual ideas.

No experience needed—just come as you are. All materials are provided, and a professional artist will guide you along the way.

We’ll wrap things up with a small exhibition at TUHH, where you can showcase what you’ve created.

Curious? Come by and see where your imagination takes you.

Places are limited. Please register here.

Does this sound familiar? German isn’t your first language, you understand almost everything – and yet you sometimes feel unsure in everyday university life.

When is it appropriate to use “du” and when “Sie”? Why do some people seem so direct? And what’s simply a cultural difference – and what feels personal?

Our mini-workshops give you the space to explore these questions and many more. Together, we look at typical situations from university and daily life, clarify uncertainties, and strengthen your feel for both language and culture.

This is a place to ask questions, try things out, and keep learning – in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.

You can join at any time.
Requirement: German language skills at B2/C1 level.

Further dates:  6 May, 27 May, 3 June, 10 June, 24 June
Time: 13:30–14:30
Location: Room A 1.16

Further Info:  https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/studying/during-your-studies/learn-a-language-at-tuhh/translate-to-english-interkulturelles-fremdsprachentraining-deutsch

Intercultural Basics for studying at TUHH: Culture Shock

Ever wondered how different cultures influence our daily lives. Join our intercultural workshop series this summer semester—open to all students! Each session dives into a different aspect of studying and living in an international environment.

Our next session, “Culture Shock,” takes a closer look at the surprises, challenges, and adjustments that come with encountering new cultures. Through fun activities, discussions, and short exchange formats, we’ll share experiences, reflect on different perspectives, and learn from each other.

Date: Mai 28, 5.00 – 6.30 pm.

Location: A 0.19

Registration for the session "Culture Shock": https://intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/cultureshock 

Topics and dates for the rest of the series will be announced in the semester program.

In May 2025, choreographer Patricia Carolin Mai founded a company for people interested in dance and in the experience of community. This led to the creation of MAI:COMPANY, bringing together more than one hundred participants of different ages, professions, life contexts, biographies, and interests.

Since the beginning of the season, they have been meeting regularly to explore a shared question: What is my attitude toward my own body and toward the bodies of others? Where does this attitude come from—and what do I choose to do with it?

Where? Kampnagel

Registration required: https://intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/mai_company

In this interactive training, participants reflect on our own backgrounds and perspectives and explore different dimensions of diversity. Together, we examine unconscious biases, stereotypes, and discrimination, and develop practical strategies to foster a respectful and inclusive mindset in our studies, everyday life, and future careers.

The workshop aims to raise awareness, deepen understanding, and encourage conscious engagement with diversity.

The session will be held in English and is open to all TUHH students.

Participants will receive a certificate of participation issued by our partner, InterCultur Hamburg, who will facilitate the training.

Registration required: https://intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/diversity

In our Language Cafés you’ll have the chance to improve your language skills in a relaxed setting, meet new people, and enjoy interesting conversations. Each session is led by native speakers, giving you the chance to experience the language and culture firsthand.

Further Info: https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/studying/during-your-studies/learn-a-language-at-tuhh/language-cafes 

An open meeting in the art room for all students and employees who are interested in art, creativity, and intercultural exchange. Together we will pick topics to work on and explore the cultural life in Hamburg.

Here you can connect with others, get creative together, and develop your own ideas for artistic activities on campus.

No registration required: Just join us.

Where: Building B; ArtRoom B 1013

When: Fridays 3- 5 pm

Does this sound familiar? German isn’t your first language, you understand almost everything – and yet you sometimes feel unsure in everyday university life.

When is it appropriate to use “du” and when “Sie”? Why do some people seem so direct? And what’s simply a cultural difference – and what feels personal?

Our mini-workshops give you the space to explore these questions and many more. Together, we look at typical situations from university and daily life, clarify uncertainties, and strengthen your feel for both language and culture.

This is a place to ask questions, try things out, and keep learning – in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.

You can join at any time.
Requirement: German language skills at B2/C1 level.

Further dates: 6 May, 27 May, 3 June, 10 June, 24 June
Time: 13:30–14:30
Location: Room A 1.16

Further Info:  www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/studying/during-your-studies/learn-a-language-at-tuhh/translate-to-english-interkulturelles-fremdsprachentraining-deutsch

Are you curious about other cultures and languages?

The Language Café invites you to Chat & Chill!
Drop by, meet new people, and enjoy relaxed conversations in different languages.

We’re looking forward to seeing you!

📍 AStA Café, Building A

Our International Affairs team will be at the summer festival with its own booth. Stop by, get to know us, and have a chat!

We’re looking forward to connecting with you.

Intercultural Basics for studying at TUHH: University Culture

Ever wondered how different cultures influence our daily lives. Join our intercultural workshop series this summer semester—open to all students! Each session dives into a different aspect of studying and living in an international environment.

Our next session, “University Culture,” takes a closer look at the norms, expectations, and everyday experiences you encounter at TUHH. Through engaging activities, discussions, and short exchange formats, we’ll share experiences, reflect on different perspectives, and learn from each other.

Date & Location: t.b.a.

In our Language Cafés you’ll have the chance to improve your language skills in a relaxed setting, meet new people, and enjoy interesting conversations. Each session is led by native speakers, giving you the chance to experience the language and culture firsthand.

Further Info: https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/studying/during-your-studies/learn-a-language-at-tuhh/language-cafes 

Are you curious about other cultures and languages?

The Language Café invites you to Chat & Chill!
Drop by, meet new people, and enjoy relaxed conversations in different languages.

We’re looking forward to seeing you!

📍 AStA Café, Building A

Join us for a guided walk through Hamburg’s historic Grindelviertel, where we will explore the former sites of synagogues and other Jewish institutions that once shaped the neighborhood.

Along the way, we will hear about the stories and fates of Jewish residents who lived here, shedding light on their lives before and during the Nazi era. The tour will also reflect on different forms of remembrance, including the “Stolpersteine” (stumbling stones) — small memorial plaques placed in front of the last voluntarily chosen homes of those who were persecuted and murdered.

The tour will be in English. 

Registration required:  intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/grindel