Welcome Weeks

Orientation on your study start

The Welcome Weeks program is specifically designed to support international students in starting their studies at TUHH, settling into Hamburg, and integrating into life in Germany. Our multilingual team accompanies you from your arrival and helps you get off to a successful start at TUHH.

In your first days and weeks here, we offer in collaboration with TUHH service units and student initiatives:

  • Individual advice and practical support upon your arrival in Hamburg
  • Assistance with essential administrative steps, especially tailored to international students
  • Orientation on the university system and information about studying and living in Germany
  • Intercultural networking events to meet fellow students from around the world
  • The module "Exploring Hamburg" to discover the city, its culture, and northern German specialities

Through our intercultural activities and excursions, you will build an international network and gain valuable insights into diverse aspects of German and northern Germany.

WELCOME WEEKS PROGRAM

Please note that the Welcome Weeks program will be updated regularly. Dates and times are subject to change. Please check back regularly to stay up to date. The events are generally held in English, unless otherwise stated in the program.

 

SUMMER SEMESTER 2026

Online-Infosession: Pre-Arrival meeting for exchange students in summer semester 2026

Further information will follow shortly. 

20 March, 6 pm. - Info Session: How to create your individual time table by using the TUHH IT System

Just starting out at university and not sure how to build your timetable? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! In this online session, our tutors will walk you through the basics, show you how to pick the right courses, and share tips for planning a smooth semester.

It’s free, relaxed, and the perfect chance to ask all your questions and connect with other students.

Zoom link: 

https://tuhh.zoom.us/j/88339042162?pwd=8kAnZLg3aBLEQirs1rBOW5AhaUK9t4.1

Meeting-ID: 883 3904 2162

Kenncode: 264451

23 March, 2 pm. - Online - Infosession: How to register an address in Hamburg?

In this information session, you will learn how to register an address in Hamburg and what steps are required. We will briefly explain the process and which documents you need.

Zoom link: 

https://tuhh.zoom.us/j/87195617952?pwd=BroUwhewILpcaKaDXdx9sPyXIZlGri.1

Meeting-ID: 871 9561 7952

Kenncode: 836324

**CANCELLED** 25 March, 11 -12 am. - Online Infosession: Learning German. Info about German courses & tips and tricks

This meeting is aimed at anyone who is learning or wants to learn German. There will be information on language courses at the TUHH and other opportunities to learn German at the TUHH and externally.

Due to technical difficulties, the info session was unfortunately unable to take place. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

You can find the slides of the presentation here.

A replacement session will take place on Monday, March 30 at 9:00 AM. 

Zoom link: 

https://tuhh.zoom.us/j/84537890467?pwd=cb5xDmYseF1qE420U5anhKtfQUSWij.1
Meeting-ID: 845 3789 0467
Kenncode: 329835
 

If you have any questions about learning German, please feel free to reach out to us.

27 March, 12.30 - Info Session: How to create your individual time table by using the TUHH IT System

Just starting out at university and not sure how to build your timetable? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! In this online session, our tutors will walk you through the basics, show you how to pick the right courses, and share tips for planning a smooth semester.

It’s free, relaxed, and the perfect chance to ask all your questions and connect with other students.

Zoom link: 

https://tuhh.zoom.us/j/88339042162?pwd=8kAnZLg3aBLEQirs1rBOW5AhaUK9t4.1

Meeting-ID: 883 3904 2162

Kenncode: 264451

30 March, 9 - 10 am. - Infosession Learning German

Replacement session: 

This meeting is aimed at anyone who is learning or wants to learn German. There will be information on language courses at the TUHH and other opportunities to learn German at the TUHH and externally.

Zoom link: 

https://tuhh.zoom.us/j/84537890467?pwd=cb5xDmYseF1qE420U5anhKtfQUSWij.1
Meeting-ID: 845 3789 0467
Kenncode: 329835

1 April – TUHH Student Counseling Center invites you: Online orientation session for Master's students in the German-language Master's programs

On April 1st 2026 will take place an online orientation session for Master's students in the German-language Master's programs for the summer semester 2026 (held in German).

Further info: https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/education/contacts/student-counseling-center 

2 April, 9.30 - 10.30 am. - Certificate of Arrival

Are you an exchange student and need a signature for your Certificate of Arrival?
Then just come to office E 0.058.

2 April, 10.30 - 12.00 am - City walk Harburg

We invite you to a City Walk in Harburg, the district where the TUHH is located. Explore the local area, discover its highlights, and learn more about the neighborhood surrounding the university. It’s a great chance to get to know the area better and enjoy a pleasant walk in the heart of Harburg.

Meeting point, 10:30 am.: Building E, entrance 1. 

 

 

2 April, 12.30 - International Lunch

After the Harburg walk, we'll go in the canteen and have lunch together. Everyone pays for their own food and drinks. There are no reserved tables, but we'll try and sit in one group to enjoy lunch and the international vibe. 
Meeting point: in front of the canteen (Mensa) - Building I at 12:30

8 April, 11 am. + 2 pm. - Campus Rally: Getting to know TUHH Campus Facilities

Join the event (no registration reguired)  to get to know the important university facilities and to use the opportunity to meet your fellow students.

Meeting Point: Building E

 

8 April. 4 - 5.30 pm. - Workshop Stereotypes and Prejudices

Intercultural Workshop 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.

11 April, 8.30 am. - Rally through Hamburg City, Speicherstadt & Hafencity

Where is the Hamburg Palace? What does the Inner Alster Lake have to do with a miller? And how long does it take for a message in a bottle to reach the North Sea? Is the water in the harbour salty and how many containers can fit on the largest container ship?
In this combination of city walk, quiz and scavenger hunt, we show you the city centre with the town hall and the stock exchange, the Speicherstadt and Hafencity and take the ferry from the Elbphilharmonie to the Landungsbrücken. During this varied and dynamic Hamburg-Tour, the teams discover the harbour city in a playful way – and, eventually, there is a little surprise for the winning group!

Registration is required: 

https://intranet.tuhh.de/anmeldung/cityrallyesose26

15 April, 1.00 - 5.00 pm. - Hamburg City Hall + St. Nikolai

Join us for a guided tour of the impressive Hamburg City Hall. Discover its historic rooms, learn about the building's fascinating history, and gain valuable insights into local politics. The tour will be in English.

Afterwards, we will take a short walk to St. Nikolai Church, where you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of Hamburg from the tower. The church ruins, once the city’s main church, now serve as a memorial to the victims of the Second World War and offer a meaningful connection to Hamburg’s past.

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

23 April, 5.30 -7 pm. - Language Cafe Semester Opening

Join our semester opening of the language cafés.

Meet new people and chat in different languages in a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere.

Where? LUK (Building A)

25 April, 11 am. - Urban Sketching Walkshop

Join us for a Sketching Walkshop and create your sketching diary with an instructions by professional comic artist.

No prior knowledge required. All materials will be provided!

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

During the semester

Just join our ongoing semester program, have fun and make friends!

 

Consultation hours and contacts

Our Team is available for you:

Monday 10:00 - 12:30 and

Thursday 13:00 - 15:00 in person

and on zoom by appointment!

 

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