Welcome to the Central Student Advisory Service!

If you have any questions about studying, please contact us!

Students on their way to the Central Student Advisory Service

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Students on their way to the Central Student Advisory Service
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We provide advice and support for all aspects of studying!

Students in conversation

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The Central Student Advisory Service is often the first point of contact for questions about choosing to study, selecting a degree programme, as well as social and personal problems relating to university and student life. We provide advice on the following topics:

  • Choosing a degree programme and study orientation
  • Degree programmes at the University of Jena
  • Application and enrolment
  • Organization of studies
  • Dealing with doubts and challenges
  • Problems during your studies
  • Changing degree programmes
  • Career aspirations and finding your goals
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Services for prospective students

  • Individual study guidance

    This is primarily about you—the focus is on your situation and concerns. We offer confidential, open guidance and help you discover your personal strengths, interests, and career aspirations, so that you can find the right field of study for you.

    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:00–12:20, Tuesday 14:00–18:00, Wednesday and Thursday: 14:00–16:00.

    We are happy to discuss your queries about studying in person, via Zoom or by telephone. Simply submit your request via the service desk portalExternal link of the University of Jena or call us Monday to Friday between 9:00 and 11:00 on +49 3641 9-411111 to make an appointment.

    We also offer group drop-in sessions via Zoom: Monday to Friday from 12:30 to 13:00.

    Here, you can ask questions in an open setting, together with other students seeking guidance and academic advisors. Join the group consultation via the following link: https://uni-jena-de.zoom.us/j/93651258914External link (password: ZSB2020).

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  • Study talks

    What is it like to study in Jena? What should you consider when choosing a degree programme? And what is everyday life at the university like? Our students will answer your questions and share their own experiences. Ask away!

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  • Discovery Days

    Finding the right degree programme can be a long process. Take advantage of the various opportunities available to find out more about studying at the University of Jena.

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  • Orientation workshops

    Have you just finished school and are trying to find the right degree programme among 10,000 possible options? This can certainly be a daunting task, so we want to support you with our orientation workshops. These workshops are aimed at pupils in the final two years of school who are interested in studying at university.

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  • University Information Days

    At the University Information Day our University presents its comprehensive range of degree programmes.

Services for students

  • Individual study guidance

    Our key task is to provide guidance and support to students as they begin their studies. We also advise students when problems arise during their studies. In addition, we can help clear up you clarify questions about your career goals. To what extent can you apply what you have learned during your studies in a professional context? Please do not hesitate to contact us and arrange an individual appointment.

    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 9:00–12:20

    Tuesday: 14:00–18:00

    Wednesday and Thursday:14:00–16:00

    We are happy to discuss your questions about studying in person, via Zoom  or by telephone. Simply submit your request via the service desk portalExternal link of the University of Jena  or call us Monday to Friday between 9:00 and 11:00 on +49 3641 9-411111 to make an appointment.

    We also offer group drop-in sessions via Zoom: Monday to Friday from 12:30 to 13:00. 

    Here, you can ask your questions in an open group setting, together with students students seeking guidance and academic advisors. Join the group consultation via following link: https://uni-jena-de.zoom.us/j/93651258914External link (password: ZSB2020).

    Please read the information on data protectionpdf, 126 kb · de before using Zoom.

  • Open group video counselling

    Academic success? Of cpurse–but don’t stress! It often takes a good mix of different techniques, a little know-how and a dash of experience to satisfy your thirst for knowledge in the long term and stay motivated throughout your studies. You will find all these ingredients in our workshop series ‘Studier:bar’.

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  • Studi-Talks

    Starting university marks the beginning of a new chapter in your life, bringing many changes. To make it easier for you to settle into university life, we organize induction courses and study orientation days together with the faculties at the beginning of each semester.

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  • Discovery Days

    The introductory phase does not end when the lecture period begins. For this reason, we want to support you during your first year of study with specific activities These include providing knowledge about study-related methods and opportunities to reflect on the start of your studies.

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  • Orientation workshops

    As graduation day approaches, many students are faced with the same question: what should I do now after graduation? What career options do I have, and which of them appeal to me? Where can I find job vacancies and what is the correct application procedure? We can help you on your way towards your future.

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Projects and further information

Central Student Advisory Service

University Main Building / SSZ
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Support & Help
To Service-Desk
Mobile phone
+49 3641 9-411111
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Office hours:
You can make an appointment by calling us on +49 3641 9-411111 (Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 11:00) or outside these office hours, please call +49 3641 9-411200. You can also use our remote help desk.

Consultation hours:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (9:00 to 12:20), Tuesdays (14:00 to 18:00), and Wednesdays and Thursdays (14:00 to 16:00).

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