Advice at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences

At times when everything seems to be “too much”, you feel down, or need support, we will be at your side with personal talks and advice. During your studies, sudden and unexpected difficulties can often arise. Some typical problems are:

• motivational and coping crises
• pressure to achieve and exam anxiety
• conflicts in group work
• conflicts with teaching staff
• thinking about dropping out or changing your degree course
• threatened or actual withdrawal of your right to take exams
• procrastination, i.e. chronic putting things off

We can also offer you talks at short notice and anonymously if required. Of course, we are bound by confidentiality and will not undertake any steps without your express permission.

The following points are intended to offer help and orientation in organising one’s life to pregnant students, students with children or other family responsibilities (for example, caring for a dependent relative).

Studying with a child

The decision to study with a child requires enormous organisational talent and often throws up questions about the family’s livelihood. Nearly all parents who are studying ask themselves if it is possible to complete their degree quickly and efficiently despite having childcare responsibilities.  

In § 34, the Federal State University Law states that any students with childcare responsibilities have to be allowed flexible deadlines. Furthermore, any claims to maternity and parental leave must be granted. Esslingen University of Applied Sciences is committed to applying these regulations to make it possible for students with childcare responsibilities to complete their degree. Further information can be found on the Internet site Family-friendly university.

In the Student Advice Centre, you will receive comprehensive and individual advice tailored to your specific situation. You will find out everything you need to know about the general regulations to do with studying as well as important information about financial options, accommodation and support services. Of course, we are bound by confidentiality and will advise you anonymously if required.

Esslingen University of Applied Sciences is committed to helping students with a chronic illness or disability complete their degree course. You can also get in contact with Prof. Dr. Arnold Pracht, the representative for people with disabilities.  

The Student Advice Centre can also help you with problems that at first sight do not appear to have anything to do with your studies, for instance: 

• family crises
• psychological problems or addiction
• pregnancy conflicts
• pressure to achieve and fear of failure
• suicidal thoughts
• conflicts in your personal life

Such difficulties always affect your studies; they usually mean that you cannot study to your full capacity.

In the Student Advice Centre, you will find understanding and qualified advisors who are expressly bound by confidentiality and will take enough time to help you with your problem. If your problem is very intensive or complex, we will be happy to help you find alternative support options.  

Do you come from a foreign country and would like to study at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences or are you already studying here?

For people who want to study in Germany there are a lot of questions that need to be addressed. How can I get financing? How good does my German have to be? How and where should I apply? The Student Advice Centre offers information, coaching and advice for international students and students with a history of migration, whether personally or in their family.   

Further information under Studying in German as an international student.

For more information or an appointment, please write an e-mail to the Student Advice Centre.