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Advantages of Student Status

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As an enrolled student, you enjoy a multitude of advantages and opportunities that benefit you not only on campus but also in your leisure time.

For example, students often receive attractive discounts on cultural and leisure activities, such as theatre, cinema, and museum tickets, as well as special rates on subscriptions for magazines or streaming services.

UniCard (student identity card)

  • Identity card for the SemesterTicket for public transport
  • Cashless payment at cafeterias, cafes, and copy machines
  • Library card for the University Library, also for cashless payment of small fees
  • Key card for accessing buildings and rooms
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Freiburg University Library

Use of educational resources, databases, and study rooms at the University Library.

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Insurance

University of Freiburg students enjoy extensive insurance coverage:

  • accident insurance
  • theft insurance
  • personal liability insurance
  • leisure time accident insurance
  • home contents insurance
  • Other types of insurance coverage can be applied for (for placements/study abroad, etc.).

Counselling Services of the Studierendenwerk Freiburg (SWFR)

The Studierendenwerk Freiburg is your main point of contact for all questions regarding student life in the Freiburg region, e.g.:

  • Psychotherapeutic counselling (PBS)
  • Legal advice
  • Mediation
  • Social counselling