Information for new students

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Welcome email

You will know that your enrolment has been successful when you have received a welcome email. You will get this about 2-3 weeks after submitting all documents and transferring the semester fee. It contains instructions on how to activate your HTW account. Check your email inbox and spam folder regularly.

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Important tools

Three tools will play an important role during your studies:

You can log into the tools via your HTW account.

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Study organisation

You can find important information from the start of your studies to graduation under Study organisation. Our "A to Z” page explains lots of important words that might be useful during your studies at HTW Berlin.

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Guidance and service

Do you have a question? The Student Advisory Service will be happy to help you with matters relating to the organisation of your studies, while the Student Service Centre will help you with your application and enrolment.

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Financing

Information on scholarships can be obtained from the Study Advisory Service. Ask about special programmes for international students.

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Finding accommodation

Not yet found an apartment or room in Berlin? You can apply for a dormitory place through StudierendenWERK Berlin.

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Sports & activities

More to life than just studying? Of course there is! There are plenty of ways to take a break from your studies on campus. Sign up for a sports course through the university sports programme. Get involved in the student initiatives such as einleuchtend e.V. or the Tonkollektiv music group.

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Social Media

Follow HTW Berlin on social media — on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and Facebook.