Calender of Events: International Affairs
Thursday, 29 January 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Wednesday, 04 February 2026
17:30 - 19:30
International Café
Meeting
Vielmetter-Saal (Studentenhaus)
International Café - cooperation between International Buddy Program, HoC, StudierendenWerk
A place for making new connections with students from all over the world.
A time for you to relax, socialise in an open and inclusive environment, and enjoy a surprise drink.
An opportunity to find out about events and services at KIT which make your life easier.
A place for making new connections with students from all over the world.
A time for you to relax, socialise in an open and inclusive environment, and enjoy a surprise drink.
An opportunity to find out about events and services at KIT which make your life easier.
Thursday, 05 February 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany)-
17:30 - 19:00
Infoveranstaltung Studierendenaustauschprogramme Übersee
Informationsveranstaltung
Geb. 50.19, Seminarraum 2
Cornelia Stoll, INTL-IStO
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
During the lecture period, we offer information sessions approximately once a month - sometimes as online webinars, sometimes in person.
Unsere Infoveranstaltungen geben Ihnen einen Überblick über die Übersee-Austauschprogramme des IStO: Geklärt werden hierbei allgemeine Fragen zu den Programmen und den jeweiligen Voraussetzungen sowie Details über das Bewerbungsverfahren und die optimale Vorbereitung.
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
Die Teilnahme an den Online-Terminen erfolgt über den Kursraum "Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium" in ILIAS. Wählen Sie bitte den entsprechenden Ordner "Infoveranstaltungen Übersee". Eine Anmeldung ist nicht notwendig.
Bitte informieren Sie sich vorab auf unserer Webseite - in der Veranstaltung wollen wir uns Zeit für Ihre anschließenden Fragen nehmen.
Diese Veranstaltung ist Teil der Reihe Veranstaltungen INTL ISTO
During the lecture period, we offer information sessions approximately once a month - sometimes as online webinars, sometimes in person.
Unsere Infoveranstaltungen geben Ihnen einen Überblick über die Übersee-Austauschprogramme des IStO: Geklärt werden hierbei allgemeine Fragen zu den Programmen und den jeweiligen Voraussetzungen sowie Details über das Bewerbungsverfahren und die optimale Vorbereitung.
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
Die Teilnahme an den Online-Terminen erfolgt über den Kursraum "Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium" in ILIAS. Wählen Sie bitte den entsprechenden Ordner "Infoveranstaltungen Übersee". Eine Anmeldung ist nicht notwendig.
Bitte informieren Sie sich vorab auf unserer Webseite - in der Veranstaltung wollen wir uns Zeit für Ihre anschließenden Fragen nehmen.
Diese Veranstaltung ist Teil der Reihe Veranstaltungen INTL ISTO
Monday, 09 February 2026
9:00 - 11:00
Good Morning, Karlsruhe!
Consulting
IScO-Büro Campus Süd
Gebäude 50.25 …
Gebäude 50.25 …
Every second Monday morning, we invite you to our welcome event “Good Morning, Karlsruhe!”. The event is aimed at international researchers and academic guests and offers an easy first orientation, personal support, and opportunities for exchange.
Get to know the IScO team in person over a cup of coffee or tea, ask your questions directly, and connect with other international researchers.
Please register.
Program at a glance
Welcome by the Head of the IScO, Song Utz, and introduction of the researchers First orientation in Karlsruhe and Germany as well as important information about the KIT institutes and the services of the IScO Individual consultation and exchange with the IScO team
Get to know the IScO team in person over a cup of coffee or tea, ask your questions directly, and connect with other international researchers.
Please register.
Program at a glance
Welcome by the Head of the IScO, Song Utz, and introduction of the researchers First orientation in Karlsruhe and Germany as well as important information about the KIT institutes and the services of the IScO Individual consultation and exchange with the IScO team
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
17:00 - 20:00
Presentation of the 'International Excellence Award of KIT' and the 'Fellowship of SCHROFF Foundation'
KIT, Campus Süd, Gebäude 11.30, Senatsaal (Engelbert-Arnold-Str. 2, 76131 Karlsruhe)
Prof. Dr. Ron Kikinis (B. Leonard Holman Professor of Radiology at Harvard Medical School (HMS) and founding director of the Surgical Planning Laboratory (SPL), Department of Radiology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston) will receive this year’s "International Excellence Award of KIT" and the "Fellowship of SCHROFF Foundation." KIT is thus honoring the internationally recognized expert in the fields of medical image processing, image-guided therapy, and biomedical informatics. In addition to the research visit, the award includes a scholarship for accompanying early-career researchers from the awardee’s group, lasting up to twelve months, as well as funding of up to 50,000 euros for carrying out a research project at the hosting institute of KIT. The award is part of the International Excellence Grants (IEG), an initiative within KIT's successful excellence university concept. The goal is to promote international collaborations in cutting-edge research and to attract international researchers to KIT.
The award ceremony is open to the public; registration by email to elena.pfeifer@kit.edu by February 5, 2026, is required.
The award ceremony is open to the public; registration by email to elena.pfeifer@kit.edu by February 5, 2026, is required.
Wednesday, 11 February 2026
11:30 - 14:00
Eucor Information Stand
Consulting
Mensa am Adenauerring
On February 11, 2026, Eucor will once again be offering information on cross-border studies in the foyer of the Mensa am Adenauerring.
Between 11:30 am and 2:00 pm, students can look forward to personal advice as well as a Wheel of Fortune.
Between 11:30 am and 2:00 pm, students can look forward to personal advice as well as a Wheel of Fortune.
Thursday, 12 February 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 19 February 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
14:30 - 15:30
Monthly info session for Erasmus+ in English
online über den Kursraum 'Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium' in ILIAS
The info session aims to provide basic knowledge for students that are interested in going abroad with Erasmus+ and have not applied yet.
Monday, 23 February 2026
9:00 - 11:00
Good Morning, Karlsruhe!
Consulting
IScO-Büro Campus Süd
Gebäude 50.25 …
Gebäude 50.25 …
Every second Monday morning, we invite you to our welcome event “Good Morning, Karlsruhe!”. The event is aimed at international researchers and academic guests and offers an easy first orientation, personal support, and opportunities for exchange.
Get to know the IScO team in person over a cup of coffee or tea, ask your questions directly, and connect with other international researchers.
Please register.
Program at a glance
Welcome by the Head of the IScO, Song Utz, and introduction of the researchers First orientation in Karlsruhe and Germany as well as important information about the KIT institutes and the services of the IScO Individual consultation and exchange with the IScO team
Get to know the IScO team in person over a cup of coffee or tea, ask your questions directly, and connect with other international researchers.
Please register.
Program at a glance
Welcome by the Head of the IScO, Song Utz, and introduction of the researchers First orientation in Karlsruhe and Germany as well as important information about the KIT institutes and the services of the IScO Individual consultation and exchange with the IScO team
Thursday, 26 February 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Monday, 02 March 2026
14:00 - 15:30
Infoveranstaltung Studierendenaustauschprogramme Übersee
Informationsveranstaltung
Geb. 50.20, Seminarraum 148 (1.OG)
Cornelia Stoll, INTL-IStO
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
During the lecture period, we offer information sessions approximately once a month - sometimes as online webinars, sometimes in person.
Unsere Infoveranstaltungen geben Ihnen einen Überblick über die Übersee-Austauschprogramme des IStO: Geklärt werden hierbei allgemeine Fragen zu den Programmen und den jeweiligen Voraussetzungen sowie Details über das Bewerbungsverfahren und die optimale Vorbereitung.
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
Die Teilnahme an den Online-Terminen erfolgt über den Kursraum "Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium" in ILIAS. Wählen Sie bitte den entsprechenden Ordner "Infoveranstaltungen Übersee". Eine Anmeldung ist nicht notwendig.
Bitte informieren Sie sich vorab auf unserer Webseite - in der Veranstaltung wollen wir uns Zeit für Ihre anschließenden Fragen nehmen.
Diese Veranstaltung ist Teil der Reihe Veranstaltungen INTL ISTO
During the lecture period, we offer information sessions approximately once a month - sometimes as online webinars, sometimes in person.
Unsere Infoveranstaltungen geben Ihnen einen Überblick über die Übersee-Austauschprogramme des IStO: Geklärt werden hierbei allgemeine Fragen zu den Programmen und den jeweiligen Voraussetzungen sowie Details über das Bewerbungsverfahren und die optimale Vorbereitung.
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
Die Teilnahme an den Online-Terminen erfolgt über den Kursraum "Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium" in ILIAS. Wählen Sie bitte den entsprechenden Ordner "Infoveranstaltungen Übersee". Eine Anmeldung ist nicht notwendig.
Bitte informieren Sie sich vorab auf unserer Webseite - in der Veranstaltung wollen wir uns Zeit für Ihre anschließenden Fragen nehmen.
Diese Veranstaltung ist Teil der Reihe Veranstaltungen INTL ISTO
Wednesday, 04 March 2026
17:30 - 19:30
International Café
Meeting
Vielmetter-Saal (Studentenhaus)
International Café - cooperation between International Buddy Program, HoC, StudierendenWerk
A place for making new connections with students from all over the world.
A time for you to relax, socialise in an open and inclusive environment, and enjoy a surprise drink.
An opportunity to find out about events and services at KIT which make your life easier.
A place for making new connections with students from all over the world.
A time for you to relax, socialise in an open and inclusive environment, and enjoy a surprise drink.
An opportunity to find out about events and services at KIT which make your life easier.
Thursday, 05 March 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 12 March 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 19 March 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 26 March 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Tuesday, 07 April 2026
12:30 - 14:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Museum and City Tour
Introduction Event
Treffpunkt:
Erdgeschoss des Museums beim Markt …
Erdgeschoss des Museums beim Markt …
Karlsruhe - what kind of city is it? The Badisches Landesmuseum welcomes international students to the museum near the market! Here you will learn about the city of Karlsruhe and Art Nouveau with its innovative design language. In the second part of the event, we will leave the museum and use our new app "Ping! - Your date with democracy" to discover important places in the city center together.
Note: The tour is divided into two parts. The first part includes a museum tour in German, and the second part is a city tour in English.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Note: The tour is divided into two parts. The first part includes a museum tour in German, and the second part is a city tour in English.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
14:00 - 15:30
Infoveranstaltung Studierendenaustauschprogramme Übersee
Informationsveranstaltung
als Zoom Seminar in ILIAS
Cornelia Stoll, INTL-IStO
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
During the lecture period, we offer information sessions approximately once a month - sometimes as online webinars, sometimes in person.
Unsere Infoveranstaltungen geben Ihnen einen Überblick über die Übersee-Austauschprogramme des IStO: Geklärt werden hierbei allgemeine Fragen zu den Programmen und den jeweiligen Voraussetzungen sowie Details über das Bewerbungsverfahren und die optimale Vorbereitung.
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
Die Teilnahme an den Online-Terminen erfolgt über den Kursraum "Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium" in ILIAS. Wählen Sie bitte den entsprechenden Ordner "Infoveranstaltungen Übersee". Eine Anmeldung ist nicht notwendig.
Bitte informieren Sie sich vorab auf unserer Webseite - in der Veranstaltung wollen wir uns Zeit für Ihre anschließenden Fragen nehmen.
Diese Veranstaltung ist Teil der Reihe Veranstaltungen INTL ISTO
During the lecture period, we offer information sessions approximately once a month - sometimes as online webinars, sometimes in person.
Unsere Infoveranstaltungen geben Ihnen einen Überblick über die Übersee-Austauschprogramme des IStO: Geklärt werden hierbei allgemeine Fragen zu den Programmen und den jeweiligen Voraussetzungen sowie Details über das Bewerbungsverfahren und die optimale Vorbereitung.
Wir bieten während der Vorlesungszeit ungefähr monatlich Infoveranstaltungen an - mal als Online Webinare, mal in Präsenz.
Die Teilnahme an den Online-Terminen erfolgt über den Kursraum "Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium" in ILIAS. Wählen Sie bitte den entsprechenden Ordner "Infoveranstaltungen Übersee". Eine Anmeldung ist nicht notwendig.
Bitte informieren Sie sich vorab auf unserer Webseite - in der Veranstaltung wollen wir uns Zeit für Ihre anschließenden Fragen nehmen.
Diese Veranstaltung ist Teil der Reihe Veranstaltungen INTL ISTO
Wednesday, 08 April 2026
13:00 - 14:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Ask Me Anything
Introduction Event
online
Representatives of the International Students Office (IStO) happily answer questions from admitted international students at KIT.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
16:30 - 18:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Studying with a Plan
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
50.20 Raum 003 …
50.20 Raum 003 …
Every degree program has certain rules. Being familiar with them can be very helpful, for example, in finding the right lectures. Or it can be important if your studies are not going as you had hoped.
This workshop consists of three parts:
In the first part, you will learn the basics of studying at KIT:
What does KIT require in order for you to receive a bachelor's or master's degree? What is KIT's role in this? At what points in your studies might it become difficult to continue studying? So what should you pay attention to?
In the second part, you will learn specifically how you can use these regulations to create your timetable. A student will explain the university's own Campus Management Systems and Ilias programs, which you can use together with the module handbook to organize your studies. The student will also inform you
what you need to pay attention to and where you are free to make your own decisions. Here you can also share your experiences with each other. We will help you with specific cases.
In the third part, we would like to draw your attention to important places at KIT where you can get various kinds of help with your studies.
The event will be held in English and, if necessary, in German.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
This workshop consists of three parts:
In the first part, you will learn the basics of studying at KIT:
What does KIT require in order for you to receive a bachelor's or master's degree? What is KIT's role in this? At what points in your studies might it become difficult to continue studying? So what should you pay attention to?
In the second part, you will learn specifically how you can use these regulations to create your timetable. A student will explain the university's own Campus Management Systems and Ilias programs, which you can use together with the module handbook to organize your studies. The student will also inform you
what you need to pay attention to and where you are free to make your own decisions. Here you can also share your experiences with each other. We will help you with specific cases.
In the third part, we would like to draw your attention to important places at KIT where you can get various kinds of help with your studies.
The event will be held in English and, if necessary, in German.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Friday, 10 April 2026
11:00 - 12:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Workshop Everyday Life in Germany
Introduction Event
International Student Hub
Kaiserstraße 14 …
Kaiserstraße 14 …
This workshop provides essential everyday knowledge about life in Germany—such as shopping, transportation, waste separation, and cultural etiquette—to help international students quickly adapt to daily life.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
17:00 - 20:00
Start of Studes for Internationals: Game Night @ Z10
Introduction Event
Z10
Zähringerstraße 10 …
Zähringerstraße 10 …
Bring your favorite game or discover a new one - Game Night is the perfect opportunity to have fun and feel welcome at KIT.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Monday, 13 April 2026
12:00 - 14:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Workshop Housing Basics in Germany - Rights, Rules and Responsibilities
Introduction Event
International Student Hub
Kaiserstraße 14 …
Kaiserstraße 14 …
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
16:00 - 17:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: How to Survive in Karlsruhe
Introduction Event
online
KIT student's life from a student's perspective.
How to have a good time at KIT and in Karlsruhe Informative games Time for your questions
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
How to have a good time at KIT and in Karlsruhe Informative games Time for your questions
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
12:30 - 14:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Museum and City Tour
Introduction Event
Treffpunkt:
Erdgeschoss des Museums beim Markt …
Erdgeschoss des Museums beim Markt …
Karlsruhe - what kind of city is it? The Badisches Landesmuseum welcomes international students to the museum near the market! Here you will learn about the city of Karlsruhe and Art Nouveau with its innovative design language. In the second part of the event, we will leave the museum and use our new app "Ping! - Your date with democracy" to discover important places in the city center together.
Note: The tour is divided into two parts. The first part includes a museum tour in German, and the second part is a city tour in English.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Note: The tour is divided into two parts. The first part includes a museum tour in German, and the second part is a city tour in English.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
15:00 - 17:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: University Sports Kick-off
Introduction Event
Sparda Sportpark (auf den Außenanlagen)
Institut für Sport und Sportwissenschaft (IfSS) …
Institut für Sport und Sportwissenschaft (IfSS) …
Hochschulsport at KIT presents all their sport offers before the registration and course start for the summer semester 2026. Come by and get to know the many sports and fitness programs and the walk-in health center at various hands-on stations and information booths.
Find out more: Homepage des Institut für Sport und Sportwissenschaft (IfSS).
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Find out more: Homepage des Institut für Sport und Sportwissenschaft (IfSS).
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Wednesday, 15 April 2026
13:00 - 14:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Ask Me Anything
Introduction Event
online
Representatives of the International Students Office (IStO) happily answer questions from admitted international students at KIT.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
16:30 - 18:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Studying with a Plan
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
50.20 Raum 003 …
50.20 Raum 003 …
Every degree program has certain rules. Being familiar with them can be very helpful, for example, in finding the right lectures. Or it can be important if your studies are not going as you had hoped.
This workshop consists of three parts:
In the first part, you will learn the basics of studying at KIT:
What does KIT require in order for you to receive a bachelor's or master's degree? What is KIT's role in this? At what points in your studies might it become difficult to continue studying? So what should you pay attention to?
In the second part, you will learn specifically how you can use these regulations to create your timetable. A student will explain the university's own Campus Management Systems and Ilias programs, which you can use together with the module handbook to organize your studies. The student will also inform you
what you need to pay attention to and where you are free to make your own decisions. Here you can also share your experiences with each other. We will help you with specific cases.
In the third part, we would like to draw your attention to important places at KIT where you can get various kinds of help with your studies.
The event will be held in English and, if necessary, in German.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
This workshop consists of three parts:
In the first part, you will learn the basics of studying at KIT:
What does KIT require in order for you to receive a bachelor's or master's degree? What is KIT's role in this? At what points in your studies might it become difficult to continue studying? So what should you pay attention to?
In the second part, you will learn specifically how you can use these regulations to create your timetable. A student will explain the university's own Campus Management Systems and Ilias programs, which you can use together with the module handbook to organize your studies. The student will also inform you
what you need to pay attention to and where you are free to make your own decisions. Here you can also share your experiences with each other. We will help you with specific cases.
In the third part, we would like to draw your attention to important places at KIT where you can get various kinds of help with your studies.
The event will be held in English and, if necessary, in German.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Thursday, 16 April 2026
11:00 - 12:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Workshop Finding Accommodation
Introduction Event
online
The International Student Center of Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe offers a workshop regarding the challenge „How to find a room in Karlsruhe?“ Here all questions regarding finding accommodation in Karlsruhe will be answered in English.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
14:00 - 16:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Workshop Crossing Cultures
Introduction Event
International Student Hub
Kaiserstraße 14 …
Kaiserstraße 14 …
Intercultural competences means more than just being polite. In an increasingly diverse world, understanding cultural differences - and navigating them with awareness and respect - is key. This interactive workshop offers tools to reflect on your own cultural lens, recognize potential misunderstandings, and build confidence in communicating across cultures.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
16:00 - 17:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: How to Survive in Karlsruhe
Introduction Event
online
KIT student's life from a student's perspective.
How to have a good time at KIT and in Karlsruhe Informative games Time for your questions
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
How to have a good time at KIT and in Karlsruhe Informative games Time for your questions
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Friday, 17 April 2026
11:00 - 12:00
Monthly info session for Erasmus+
online über den Kursraum 'Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium' in ILIAS
The info session aims to provide basic knowledge for students that are interested in going abroad with Erasmus+ and have not applied yet.
14:00 - 16:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Welcome Event
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
30.46 Foyer (Neue Chem) …
30.46 Foyer (Neue Chem) …
The International Students Office (IStO) welcomes international students from 14:00 hrs onward with informative presentations in German and English. From 15:30 hrs to 16:30 hrs, the Welcome and Integration team invites attendees to a reception with drinks, where various units of KIT and the Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe will present themselves at information booths and be available for questions. This will be followed by the campus rally.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
16:30 - 18:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Campus Rally
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
30.46 Foyer (Neue Chem) …
30.46 Foyer (Neue Chem) …
The new semester is just around the corner. Many new students are moving to Karlsruhe to start their studies. Therefore, we offer a campus rally, filled with fun activities that you can complete within your group.
It's never too late to learn new things about where you study. This will give you the best opportunity to do so and expand your own circle of friends.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
It's never too late to learn new things about where you study. This will give you the best opportunity to do so and expand your own circle of friends.
About Studienstart International:
The Welcome & Integration team of the International Students Office (IStO) warmly welcomes you to KIT. We offer various welcome and information events at the beginning of both the winter and summer semesters. Here, you will have the opportunity to make your first contacts with other students and receive important information. For international students arriving late, we offer additional workshops.
Thursday, 23 April 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 30 April 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 07 May 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Wednesday, 13 May 2026
16:00 - 17:00
Monthly info session for Erasmus+ in English
im Präsenz, Foyer des InformatiKOM.
The info session aims to provide basic knowledge for students that are interested in going abroad with Erasmus+ and have not applied yet.
Thursday, 21 May 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 11 June 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 18 June 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Friday, 19 June 2026
15:00 - 16:00
Monthly info session for Erasmus+
online über den Kursraum 'Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium' in ILIAS
The info session aims to provide basic knowledge for students that are interested in going abroad with Erasmus+ and have not applied yet.
Thursday, 25 June 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 02 July 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 09 July 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 16 July 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Tuesday, 21 July 2026
17:00 - 18:00
Monthly info session for Erasmus+
online über den Kursraum 'Infoveranstaltungen Auslandsstudium' in ILIAS
The info session aims to provide basic knowledge for students that are interested in going abroad with Erasmus+ and have not applied yet.
Thursday, 23 July 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 17 September 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 24 September 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 01 October 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 08 October 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 15 October 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 05 November 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 12 November 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 19 November 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 26 November 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 03 December 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
Thursday, 10 December 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please have all required documents ready (proof of language proficiency, secondary school certificate/university degree certificate, residence permit in Germany).
Thursday, 17 December 2026
14:00 - 16:00
Online Advising for prospective students with a refugee or migration background
Consulting
Adenauerring 2, Gebäude 50.20, Raum 005
Are you interested in studying at a German higher education institution? In our advising sessions, we answer all your questions regarding admission. Please arrange an appointment with us in advance for the online consultation by email (migrants@intl.kit.edu).
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