Central introductory event
We welcome all students to their first semester at our university, provide guidance on starting your studies in the central introductory event and familiarise you with the important basics of studying.
- Date: 5. October 2026
- Time: 08:30 to 10:00
- Location: Lecture hall A in the New University Library, Winklerstr. 3
Note: The event language is German. For orientation events in English, please visit the introduction for international students.
Introductions for international students
The International Office provides information about formalities after arriving in Freiberg, interesting facts about living and studying in Germany and about cultural standards in Germany.
Information exchange for first semester students
At the information exchange you will get to know the contact persons of our service facilities.
- Date: 5 October 2026
- Time: 10.00 to 12.00
- Location: Foyer of the New University Library, Winklerstr. 3
University Library (UB)
Registration to use the library
Information on services and offers
Central Student Advisory Service
Support in drawing up the timetable
Advice on study organisation and progress
University Computer Centre (URZ)
Help with WLAN setup
Information on IT services such as e-mail, campus network, software
Faculty Council of the Faculty of Chemistry, Physics and Biosciences
Sale of lab coats and protective goggles
Contact person for subject-specific questions and support
International University Centre (IUZ)
Learning languages during your studies
Exchange programmes, international opportunities
Student Council (StuRa)
Information on student life, student initiatives and events
Semester kick-off events
"Ersti-Rucksack" campaign
- distribution of free university rucksacks for first-year students:inside
Take part in the survey
At the information exchange, all first-year students who took part in our first semester survey will receive the popular University backpack. The first semester backpack is not only a great companion for your studies - it is also full of interesting information giveaways for the start of your studies.
Here is the link to the first semester survey:
Note: Please tell the staff at the information desk the code that appears at the end of the survey. Thank you very much!
Subject-related introductions in the faculties
Introductory events are planned in the faculties for all degree programmes. Here, organisational issues relating to the degree programme are explained, the examination and study regulations are explained and the timetable is presented.
The exact dates will be published here in September 2026.
Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science
Introduction to Bachelor's and Diploma degree programmes
Applied Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics in Business, Engineering and Computer Science, Business Mathematics, Robotics
Introduction to Master's degree programmes
Applied Computer Science, Mathematics in Business, Engineering and Computer Science, Business Mathematics
Mathematics for Data and Resource Sciences
Faculty of Chemistry, Physics and Biosciences
Introduction to Bachelor's and Diploma degree programmes
Applied Science
Chemistry
Introduction to Master's degree programmes
Applied Science
Chemistry
Faculty of Geosciences, Geotechnics and Mining
Introduction to Bachelor's and Diploma programmes
Geoinformatics and Geophysics
Geology/Mineralogy
Environmental Systems Sciences - Geoecology
Geoengineering
Space Resources - World Space Technologies
Geoengineering
Space Resources - Space Technologies
Introduction to Master's programmes
Geophysics
Geoinformatics
Geoecology
Geosciences
Sustainable Mining and Remediation Management
Groundwater Management
Applied Geoscience
Geomatics for Mineral Resource Management
Faculty of Mechanical, Process and Energy Engineering
Introduction to Bachelor's and Diploma degree programmes
Additive Manufacturing
Engineering
Ceramics, Glass and Building Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Process Engineering and Chemical Engineering
Introduction to all German-language Master's degree programmes
Faculty of Materials Science and Technology
Introduction to Bachelor's and Diploma degree programmes
Foundry Technology
Material Science and Materials Technology
Nanotechnology
Introduction to Master's degree programmes
Material Science and Materials Technology
Nanotechnology
Foundry Technology
Material Science and Materials Technology
Nanotechnology
Learning room MET-2065: Haus Metallkunde, Gustav-Zeuner-Straße 5, on the 2nd floor. OG
Faculty of Business Administration and Economics
Introduction to Bachelor's and Diploma programmes
Business Administration, Business and Law, Industrial Archaeology, Industrial Engineering
Introduction to Master's programmes
Business Administration, Industrial Culture, Technical Law, Industrial Engineering
Data Literacy and Business Analytics
Energy and Resource Management
WIN orientation programme
16 October 2025 at 9:00 am
Seminar room SPQ-0302, Prüferstraße 4 on the ground floor
