Too late for Ophase?

Although the primary information source for information and contacts is the orientation phase, there are situations where attending is impossible. For those cases, this page lists many ressources to successfully study at TU Darmstadt.


Recordings and slides of Ophase

Many ophase talks are recorded and subsequently made available. The following sections list and link slides and recordings of the last orientation phase.

Some slides are still missing, but will be available soon™.

Bachelor-Ophase

Primarily relevant to students enrolled in a bachelor program, these talks are available only in German. Additionally, some information was given during small groups, not recorded. Further information is available in written form in our Bachelor-OInforz (also in german).

Studienorganisation / Fachstudienberatung

  • Structure of B.Sc. Informatik
  • Most important course styles
  • Recognition of credits and useful information
  • Further support and information
  • 8 common high-stakes mistakes

eiiss / Mentorensystem

  • What is "Mentorensystem"
  • Compulsory Attendance
  • Schedule & Style
  • The team & next steps

Introduction to TuCAN

  • Overview, forms
  • Registering for modules, courses and exams

Introduction to Moodle

  • Overview and sign-in
  • Finding & registerung courses
  • Discussion forums, selecting groups und hand-in
  • Recommended settings

IT-Systems at TU Darmstadt

  • HRZ, eduroam, TU-ID, ShareLatex
  • ISP, Printers

Master-Ophase

Primarily relevant to students enrolled in a master program, these talks are available only in English. Further information is available in written form in our Master-OInforz.

Student Advisory Talk & Studying at TU Darmstadt

  • Overview of the study programes
  • Examination Related Topics
  • Multiple Studies, Imposed Conditions / Remedial Courswork
  • Part-Time Study, News
  • Examination Office, Student Advisory Service

Studying Abroad

  • Reasons, Possibilities
  • Important questions for a stay abroad
  • How to apply, next deadline

IT Systems

  • TUCaN (Vorlesungsanmeldung, Prüfungsanmeldung)
  • Moodle
  • ISP, printers
  • HRZ, eduroam, TU-ID, sharelatex

International Mentoring + Intercultural Talk

  • MasterPlus / compass
  • Leben in Deutschland
  • Housing, Accomodations
  • Health Insurance
  • German Stereotypes (Mülltrennung)

compass: Internationales Mentoring

Computer Science Peer Assistance & Student Support

The computer science department has established a mentoring framework for international master students (MasterPlus) since the summer of 2025. Here, you can ask and discuss topics especially relevant to international students in Darmstadt or the department, such as visas, housing, studying in Darmstadt, and so on. Participation is voluntary in contrast to the mentoring system for bachelors (eiiss). View the introduction during Ophase on YouTube.

Currently, initial contact to experienced mentors is arranged by Eva Kettel. Do not hesitate to send an inquiry: Eva Kettel