Workshops and events

Prüfungsstress – ich geh’s an! Motiviert & strukturiert in die Prüfungsphase (in German)

Kathinka Dettmer and Anna-Lena Lessle

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Wednesday, 17.06., 24.06. und 01.07.2026,
each day 18:00 – 20:00 Uhr (s.t.)

Service Center Studium, Sedanstr. 6, 79098 Freiburg, 1. Floor

This workshop will take place over three evenings and will focus on identifying our individual stress factors and learning and trying out specific ways of dealing with them. Self-organisation, time management, learning techniques, beneficial behaviours – all this and much more. And: deliberately held at this early stage in the semester so that the newly acquired methods, insights and knowledge from the workshop can be put to use with sufficient time before the examinations.

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Studienzweifel?! Impulse und Strategien für eine gute Entscheidung (in German)

Anna-Lena Lessle

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Tuesday, 09.06., 16.06. and 23.06.2026,
each day 18:00 – 20:00 (s.t.)

Service Center Studium, Sedanstr. 6, 79098 Freiburg, 1. Floor

A workshop organised by the Service Center Studium for anyone who is unsure (or no longer sure) whether they are on the right course. Over three sessions, we will look at various aspects of the decision-making process when it comes to doubts about your studies, consider good alternatives, share experiences and develop concrete strategies for your own situation.

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Das Aufschieben verschieben. Weniger prokrastinieren, entspannter studieren (in German)

Ingrid Bertleff and Alexandra Rüdell

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Monday, 18.06. and 15.06.2026,
each day 18:30 – 20:30 (s.t.)

Service Center Studium, Sedanstr. 6, 79098 Freiburg, 1. Floor

The exam is approaching and it’s high time to finally start studying, but the shared kitchen looks like …
In this workshop, we will explore the following questions over two consecutive sessions: How do I manage my time? What are my expectations, goals and motivations? What can I do to successfully complete my studies and enjoy myself in the process? And what do I need to be able to work well?

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Ich traue mich auf Deutsch
I dare to speak German (in German)

Gabriela Varela Lopez (Referentin), Vera Marx (Zentrale Studienberatung)

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Tuesday, 12.05. und 19.05.2026,
each day 16:00 – 18:00 (s.t.)

Service Center Studium, Sedanstr. 6, 79098 Freiburg, 1. Floor

This workshop is designed to help you build greater self-confidence, gain useful tools and tips for using the German language, and let go of the idea that you need to speak perfect German to succeed in your studies.
The workshop includes practical exercises and an open discussion with all participants from different countries and cultural backgrounds. It consists of two in-person sessions, each lasting two hours, and is conducted in German. The language level required is at least B1. We will speak very slowly so that all participants can understand the key points.

What to expect:
Session 1:
Why do I feel anxious when I speak in German?
What are the prerequisites for successful communication?
How can I clearly express my wishes and needs?
What strategies help me to express myself confidently and assertively?

Between the two sessions, you will have a week to put what you have learnt into practice

Session 2:
Discussion: What have I put into practice? What worked well? Where do I still need support?
How can I build up the courage to speak German with confidence?
How can I learn to appreciate my accent and my unique way of speaking German?

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Und was machst du dann damit?! – Gestalte deinen Weg ins Berufsleben! (in German)

Kathinka Dettmer and Anna Mielich

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Monday, 11.05., 18.05., 01.06.2026,
each day 17:00 – 19:00 (s.t.)

Service Center Studium, Sedanstr. 6, 79098 Freiburg, 1. Floor

Over the course of three evenings, we will prepare you for the transition to working life. You will develop a clear vision for your future, recognise the significance of your actions and your studies, and learn about practical research tools.
Start your journey towards working life now!

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Mentale Gesundheit – Gelassen(er) durch den Studienalltag (in German)

Anna Mielich, Universität Freiburg and Bettina Niebuhr, Universität Hamburg

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Tuesday, 21.04., 28.04. und 05.05.2026,
each day 18:00 – 20:00 (s.t.)

online

In this workshop, we explore questions such as how to strike the right balance between everyday demands and mental health, and what can help us achieve this. We offer methods from the fields of mindfulness, positive psychology and stress management. Through a combination of input and exercises, participants gain new insights into achieving a successful balance, develop individual strategies and strengthen their mental health.
Our workshop offers new ideas and space for self-reflection on the topic, but it is not a psychotherapeutic service. If you have any questions about whether the workshop is suitable for your individual situation, please feel free to contact us! The workshop consists of three consecutive sessions and takes place online via Zoom. However, it is also possible to register for individual sessions.
The workshop is a collaboration between the Central Student Advisory Services in Hamburg and Freiburg. It is run by two student advisors, Anna Mielich (University of Freiburg) and Bettina Niebuhr (University of Hamburg).

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Lernen lernen. Strategien und Methoden für dein Studium (in German)

Kathinka Dettmer and Anna Mielich

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Monday, 20.04. and 27.04.2026,
each day 17:00 – 19:00 (s.t.)

Service Center Studium, Sedanstr. 6, 79098 Freiburg, 1. Floor

This workshop will focus on how we can process our learning content effectively and efficiently, as sustainably as possible and with a focus on the essentials. We often feel resistance or strong motivators that make learning difficult for us. Over two evenings, we will explore our attitude to learning and helpful strategies for dealing with content, and offer a portfolio of different learning methods. The input from strategies and methods can be directly transferred and applied to the next learning phase.

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