Are you an international student studying a degree programme in German, even though it's not your native language?

Then StudyBuddy@TUHH is the right place for you!

At StudyBuddy

•     you get to know your international fellow students and make contacts
•     get information about other programs and support services at TUHH
•     you can take part in workshops on intercultural topics and German as a foreign language and improve your skills
•     receive support during the examination period

Get together:

It's a great opportunity to get to know your fellow students and make contacts. We also give you tips and addresses on how and where you can find further support for your studies.

Fit for the TUHH -  exchange of experiences for international students

Studying in a foreign language and in a new place is a challenge. Many things will be very different from what you are used to. On top of that, the language requirements are high, because the German on campus is often different from what you learned in your language course.

Why is it so difficult to understand the professor in the lecture? Do you feel insecure when you have to go to a consultation and how do you actually write an email to a teacher? Why is it difficult to get in touch with others?

Share your experiences with others who are in the same situation. You are not alone! Our regular meetings give you the opportunity to talk to others. We also give you tips for everyday life on campus and language support for your studies.

Our topics:

• Kulturschock

Was ist ein Kultuschock, warum hatte wohl schon jeder*r einen und was kann man dagegen machen?

• Lern- und Lehrtraditionen

Wie unterscheiden sich die Lern- und Lehrstile in einem akademischen Umfeld. Warum führt das manchmal zu Missverständnissen und warum man keine Angst vor Fehlern haben darf.

• Kommunikation & Konflikte auf dem Campus

Welche Konventionen gibt es in der Kommunikation zwischen Lehrenden und Studierenden. Warum kann es schnell zu Missverständnissen führen und wie lassen sich Konflikte lösen?

Deutsch für die Uni

Deutsch an der Uni ist anspruchsvoll. Du musst die Fachsprache beherrschen, selbst wissenschaftliche Arbeiten verfassen und mündlich Ergebnisse präsentieren.

Gar nicht so einfach, wenn man dies alles in einer Fremdsprache meistern soll. Wir geben dir  Tipps, wo du hilfreiche Materialien findet und weitere Unterstützung im wissenschaftlichen Arbeiten bekommst.