Start of Studies
We look forward to welcoming you to Potsdam University of Applied Sciences for the winter semester 2024/25. On this page you will find all the important information you need for the start of your degree programme.
The semester starts on 30th of September 2024 for all programmes. The enrolment ceremony and orientation events will take place afterwards.
However, some courses start at the end of September (see Start of studies in detail).
Matriculation ceremony
On the 30th of September 2024, the matriculation ceremony will take place at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam.
President Prof. Dr. Eva Schmitt-Rodermund and other members of the University Board will welcome you at the ceremony. Take the opportunity to get to know students from other departments who will accompany you during your studies. Participation in the ceremony is voluntary, but offers an ideal setting to start the semester together.
In addition to the event on campus it will be also held online in ms teams.
Due to limited seating, one ticket per student only.
Registration here
Start of studies in detail
Please check the start page of your degree programme or department for upcoming dates. It is worth attending all introductory events. A look at your university emails before you start your studies is also recommended.
Social and Educational Sciences
Social Work, Social Work | Dual-Digital (BA) and Early Childhood Education
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Systems and Urban Water Management
CITY | BUILDING | CULTURE
Architecture and Urban Design
To the study start page of the degree programme →
Conservation and Restoration
To the study start page of the degree programme →
Cultural Work
To the study start page of the degree programme →
Design
Product Design, Communication Design and Interface Design
Information Sciences
Archival Sciences, Library Sciences and Information Studies
International Office
Welcome and Orientation Day for International Students
Useful tips for starting your studies
Semesterticket Germany
Please note: Your semester ticket is only valid from 1 October 2024 onwards.
For the introductory events on Monday, 30 September 2024 and attendance events in some degree programmes starting at the end of September, you will need to purchase a regular ticket for public transport to get to the campus.
Getting to know the university and Potsdam
Come by and discover the sights of Potsdam or meet for a coffee in the city centre. We would also like to invite you to take a look at the campus. Feel free to sit down at the Casino, the student pub on campus, and exchange ideas with students. Or come to the campus garden, a green community project in the middle of campus.
