Central induction session
We welcome all students to their first semester at our university. During the central induction session, we provide guidance on starting your studies and familiarise you with the key fundamentals of university life.
- Date: 5 October 2026
- Time: 8.30 am to 10.00 am
- Venue: Lecture Theatre A in the New University Library, Winklerstr. 3
Please note: The event will be held in German. For orientation sessions in English, please attend the induction for international students.
Orientation sessions for international students
The International Office provides information on formalities following your arrival in Freiberg, useful information about living and studying here, and cultural norms in Germany.
Information Exchange for First-Year Students
At the information fair, you will have the opportunity to meet the contact persons from our support services.
- Date: 5 October 2026
- Time: 10.00 am to 12.00 pm
- Venue: Foyer of the New University Library, Winklerstr. 3
University Library (UB)
Registration to use the library
Information on services and facilities
Central Student Advisory Service
Support with timetable planning
Advice on organising and progressing through your studies
University Computing Centre (URZ)
Help with setting up Wi-Fi
Information on IT services such as email, campus network and software
Student Council of the Faculty of Chemistry, Physics and Life Sciences
Sale of lab coats and safety goggles
Points of contact for subject-specific queries and support
International University Centre (IUZ)
Learning languages whilst studying
Exchange programmes, international opportunities
Student Council (StuRa)
Information on student life, student initiatives and events
Start-of-term events
‘Ersti-Rucksack’ campaign
– Distribution of free university rucksacks to first-year students
Take part in the survey
At the information fair, all new students who took part in our first-semester survey will receive the popular university rucksack. The freshers’ rucksack isn’t just a great companion for your studies – it’s also packed with interesting information and freebies to help you get started.
The first-year student survey is now available:
Please note: Please give the staff at the distribution point at the Info-Börse the code that appears at the end of the survey. Thank you very much!
Subject-specific introductions in the faculties
Introductory sessions are organised by the faculties for all degree programmes. These sessions explain organisational matters relating to the degree programme, outline the examination and study regulations, and present the timetable.
Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science
Introduction to Bachelor’s and Diplom degree programmes
Applied Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics in Business, Engineering and Computer Science, Robotics, Smart Systems Engineering, Business Mathematics
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in seminar room UBH-0208 (University Library, Winklerstraße 3).
Introduction to Master’s degree programmes
Applied Computer Science, Mathematics in Business, Engineering and Computer Science, Mathematical Economics
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in seminar room UBH-0208 (University Library, Winklerstraße 3).
Mathematics for Data and Resource Sciences
Date to be confirmed.
Faculty of Chemistry, Physics and Life Sciences
Introduction to Bachelor’s and Diplom degree programmes
Applied Natural Sciences and Chemistry
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in lecture theatre LES-1001 (Lessing Building, Lessingstraße 45, 1st floor)
Introduction to Master’s degree programmes
Applied Natural Sciences and Chemistry
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in Lecture Theatre LES-1001 (Lessing Building, Lessingstraße 45, 1st floor)
Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geotechnical Engineering and Mining
Introduction to Bachelor’s and Diplom degree programmes
Geoinformatics and Geophysics
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in room MEI-211 (Meißerbau, Gustav-Zeuner-Straße 12).
Geology/Mineralogy
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in Lecture Theatre WER-1045 (Werner Building, Brennhausgasse 14, 1st floor).
Environmental Systems Sciences – Geoecology
On 5 October 2026 at 1.15 pm in Lecture Theatre UBH-0205 (University Library, Winklerstraße 3).
Geoengineering
On 5 October 2026 at 1.15 pm in Lecture Theatre HHB-1035 (Helmut-Härtig-Bau, Gustav-Zeuner-Straße 1, 1st floor).
Space Resources – Space Technologies
On 5 October 2026 at 2.30 pm in Lecture Theatre WER-1045 (Werner Building, Brennhausgasse 14, 1st floor).
Introduction to Master’s programmes
Geophysics
On 5 October 2026 at 3.00 pm in room MEI-211 (Meißerbau, Gustav-Zeuner-Straße 12).
Geoinformatics
Date to be arranged. Please contact Ms Unursaikhan: Dulamjav [dot] Unursaikhan [at] tbt [dot] tu-freiberg [dot] de
Geoecology
On 5 October 2026 at 1.15 pm. The room will be confirmed.
Geosciences
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in Lecture Theatre WER-1045 (Werner Building, Brennhausgasse 14, 1st floor)
Sustainable Mining and Remediation Management
On 5 October 2026 at 2.30 pm in room TGB-22TT (Open-Cast Mining Centre, Gustav-Zeuner-Str. 1A).
Groundwater Management
On 5 October 2026 at 1.30 pm in room TGB-22TT (Open-Cast Mining Centre, Gustav-Zeuner-Str. 1A).
Applied Geoscience
On 5 October 2026 at 2.00 pm in room MEI-2122 (Meißerbau, Gustav-Zeuner-Straße 12).
Geomatics for Mineral Resource Management
On 5 October 2026 at 2.30 pm in room KNB-003 (Karl-Neubert-Bau, Fuchsmühlenweg 9).
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering and Energy Technology
Introduction to all Bachelor’s and Diplom degree programmes
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in lecture theatre WEI-1051 (Weisbach Building, Lampadiusstraße 4, 1st floor)
Introduction to all German-taught Master’s programmes
On 14 October 2026 at 2.00 pm in the Faculty 4 meeting room (Leipziger Straße 30, 1st floor)
Faculty of Materials Science and Materials Technology
Introduction to Bachelor’s and Diplom degree programmes
Foundry Engineering, Materials Science and Materials Technology, Nanotechnology
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in lecture theatre MET-2065 (Metallurgy Building, Gustav-Zeuner-Straße 5, 2nd floor)
Introduction to Master’s degree programmes
Foundry Engineering, Materials Science and Materials Technology, Nanotechnology
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in Lecture Theatre MET-2065 (Metallurgy Building, Gustav-Zeuner-Straße 5, 2nd floor)
Faculty of Economics
Introduction to Bachelor’s and Diplom degree programmes
Business Administration, Law and Economics, Industrial Engineering
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in lecture theatre SPQ-1301 (Prüferstraße 4, Dietrich-von-Freiberg Building, lecture theatre on the 1st floor)
Introduction to Master’s degree programmes
Business Administration, Industrial Engineering
On 5 October 2026 at 1.00 pm in Lecture Theatre SPQ-1301 (Prüferstraße 4, Dietrich-von-Freiberg Building, lecture theatre on the 1st floor)
Data Literacy and Business Analytics
Energy and Resource Management
The Dean of Studies, Prof. Rübbelke, is offering a personalised, subject-specific introductory session. Please contact him by email: Dirk [dot] Ruebbelke [at] vwl [dot] tu-freiberg [dot] de (Dirk[dot]Ruebbelke[at]vwl[dot]tu-freiberg[dot]de)
WIN Foundation Programme
On 12 October 2026, from 10.00 am to 11.30 am in seminar room SPQ-0302 (Prüferstraße 4, ground floor).
