Saturday, 26 September 2026
© Marc Frick
Eucor Running & Hiking Challenge 2026
Belchen (Deutschland)
The Eucor Running & Hiking Challenge 2026 unites the university community through cross-border running and hiking experiences across three historic peaks in France, Switzerland, and Germany. The official community events will take place on June 13, July 4, and September 26, 2026.
Thursday, 01 October 2026
© pexels
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, 07 October 2026
17:15 - 19:30
International Café
Informationsveranstaltung
Vielmettersaal im Studentenhaus, Adenauerring 7
The International Buddy Program invites you to the International Café – a monthly event where you can meet new people, make international friendships, and discover different cultures in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Learn more about opportunities in Karlsruhe and throughout Germany while enjoying a pleasant evening with other students.
The House of Competence (HoC) and the Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe cooperate in this event and will be present with an information table to answer your questions and assist you.
Join our International Café on every first Wednesday of the month.
Please note that registration on ILIAS is required for this event!
Thursday, 08 October 2026
© Wellhäusser, Mona
Science Meets Stage: Join the Eucor Science Slam Competition! - Strasbourg
Straßburg
The Eucor Science Slam offers early-career researchers the opportunity to creatively present their research on stage through storytelling and performance workshops. The event series includes dates in Karlsruhe, Strasbourg, and Freiburg, followed by a grand finale on December 1, 2026.
Dates: October 8, 2026 (Online Training) & October 15, 2026 (On-site Coaching)
Registration deadline: October 1, 2026
Monday, 12 October 2026
© INTL
12:30 - 14:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: First Career Steps in Germany - Exploring Opportunities During Your Studies
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
10.50 Seminarraum 102
…
Starting your studies at KIT comes with many new opportunities and challenges, including finding ways to finance your studies and gain experience alongside your academic coursework. If you are new to KIT, you may be unsure which jobs are available to international students, where to find them, and how to decide which opportunities are right for you.
From student assistant (HiWi) and tutoring positions at KIT to part-time jobs, internships, and working student roles, there are many ways to earn money, develop valuable skills, and build professional experience during your studies. This session will help you understand your options and take your first steps with confidence.
In this infosession, you will:
explore different opportunities to earn money, gain experience, and build your professional profile during your studies
learn where to find HiWi-Jobs, internships, working student positions, and other opportunities at KIT and beyond
understand how recruitment and application practices in Germany differ from those in other countries
discover how early work experience and the support services of the KIT Career Service can contribute to your long-term career success in Germany
By the end of the session, you will have a clearer picture of how to combine studying, working, and career development in Germany and be able to identify the opportunities that best fit your goals and current stage of studies.
This session will be lead by Julia Neer, career orientation expert, trainer and systemic coach at the KIT Career Service.
Target group: international students new at KIT
This event will take place in English and in person.
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 13 October 2026
© INTL
12:30 - 14:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Museum and City Tour
Introduction Event
Treffpunkt:
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.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
15:00 - 17:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Workshop Crossing Cultures
Introduction Event
International Student Hub
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.
Workshop Language: English
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 14 October 2026
© INTL
13:00 - 14:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Ask Me Anything
Introduction Event
online via Zoom
We happily answer questions from admitted international students at KIT.
No registration required!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
16:30 - 18:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Studying with a Plan
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
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.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 15 October 2026
© INTL
10:00 - 11:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: How to Survive in Karlsruhe
Introduction Event
online via Zoom
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
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© pexels
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).
© INTL
14:00 - 15:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Living on a Budget - Financial Planning from Semester Start to Graduation
Introduction Event
International Student Hub
Kaiserstraße 14
…
Starting your studies in Germany also means adapting to a new financial system. This workshop supports international students in managing their finances confidently by providing guidance on typical living costs, building a realistic budget, financing their studies, planning for unexpected expenses, avoiding debt and scams, and identifying reliable financial support services at KIT and beyond.
Workshop Language: English
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
16:30 - 18:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Studying with a Plan
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
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 German.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 16 October 2026
© INTL
10:00 - 12:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Workshop Everyday Life in Germany
Introduction Event
International Student Hub
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 Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
17:00 - 20:00
Start of Studes for Internationals: Game Night @ Z10
Introduction Event
Z10
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.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 19 October 2026
© INTL
12:00 - 14:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Workshop Housing Basics in Germany - Rights, Rules and Responsibilities
Introduction Event
online via Zoom
This workshop offers international students an introduction to housing in Germany. It covers key terminology and required documents for finding accommodation, as well as tenants’ rights and responsibilities. In addition, participants will learn essential housing rules and practical everyday tips to help them start living in their first home in Germany with confidence and good preparation.
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
16:00 - 17:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: How to Survive in Karlsruhe
Introduction Event
online via Zoom
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
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 20 October 2026
© INTL
12:30 - 14:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Museum and City Tour
Introduction Event
Treffpunkt:
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.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
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)
…
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 Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 21 October 2026
© INTL
13:00 - 14:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Ask Me Anything
Introduction Event
online via Zoom
We happily answer questions from admitted international students at KIT.
No registration required!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
16:30 - 18:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Studying with a Plan
Introduction Event
online via Zoom
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.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 22 October 2026
© INTL
11:00 - 12:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Workshop Finding Accommodation
Introduction Event
online via Zoom
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.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
14:00 - 16:00
Start of Studies for Internationals: Welcome Café
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
50.20 Raum 003
…
Welcome to KIT!
Feel free to drop by our Welcome Café, say hello, and enjoy a coffee or tea with us. We are also very happy to answer any questions you may have. Staff members from the International Students Office and students are looking forward to meeting you.
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 23 October 2026
© INTL
14:00 - 16:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Welcome Event
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
30.95 Seminarraum Forum
…
KIT welcomes international students from 14:00 hrs onward with informative presentations in German and English. From 15:30 hrs to 16:30 hrs, the Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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.
© INTL
16:30 - 18:30
Start of Studies for Internationals: Campus Rally
Introduction Event
KIT, Campus Süd
30.95 Seminarraum Forum
…
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.
Registration will open soon!
About Studienstart International:
The Student Team of International Welcome Office (IWO) 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, 29 October 2026
© Wellhäusser, Mona
Science Meets Stage: Join the Eucor Science Slam Competition! - Freiburg
Freiburg
The Eucor Science Slam offers early-career researchers the opportunity to creatively present their research on stage through storytelling and performance workshops. The event series includes dates in Karlsruhe, Strasbourg, and Freiburg, followed by a grand finale on December 1, 2026.
Dates: October 29, 2026 (Training & Coaching)
Registration deadline: October 20, 2026
Friday, 30 October 2026
11:00 - 12:00
ERASMUS+ information events (EN)
Online
Our monthly information events offer:
Information on opportunities to study abroad with the ERASMUS+ program
Explanations on application procedures, internal deadlines of the faculties, requirements and various funding options etc.
Opportunity for questions and a Q&A segment
Wednesday, 04 November 2026
17:15 - 19:30
International Café
Informationsveranstaltung
Vielmettersaal im Studentenhaus, Adenauerring 7
The International Buddy Program invites you to the International Café – a monthly event where you can meet new people, make international friendships, and discover different cultures in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Learn more about opportunities in Karlsruhe and throughout Germany while enjoying a pleasant evening with other students.
The House of Competence (HoC) and the Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe cooperate in this event and will be present with an information table to answer your questions and assist you.
Join our International Café on every first Wednesday of the month.
Please note that registration on ILIAS is required for this event!
Thursday, 05 November 2026
© pexels
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
Thursday, 19 November 2026
© pexels
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, 25 November 2026
16:00 - 17:00
ERASMUS+ information events (DE)
InformatiKOM
Our monthly information events offer:
Information on opportunities to study abroad with the ERASMUS+ program
Explanations on application procedures, internal deadlines of the faculties, requirements and various funding options etc.
Opportunity for questions and a Q&A segment
Thursday, 26 November 2026
Tuesday, 01 December 2026
Wednesday, 02 December 2026
17:15 - 19:30
International Café
Informationsveranstaltung
Vielmettersaal im Studentenhaus, Adenauerring 7
The International Buddy Program invites you to the International Café – a monthly event where you can meet new people, make international friendships, and discover different cultures in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Learn more about opportunities in Karlsruhe and throughout Germany while enjoying a pleasant evening with other students.
The House of Competence (HoC) and the Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe cooperate in this event and will be present with an information table to answer your questions and assist you.
Join our International Café on every first Wednesday of the month.
Please note that registration on ILIAS is required for this event!
Thursday, 03 December 2026
Thursday, 10 December 2026
© pexels
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
