We are TU Kaiserslautern's central support facility for national and international research funding (third-party). We also provide support for early-career researchers, university networks, and international research marketing.
The TU offers a diverse curriculum: Even before the start of official studies, there is an opportunity to apply for early admission, perhaps during the last year of secondary school or after a voluntary year of service or semester abroad. The traditional classroom education path is available to pursue your Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. degrees. Also, enrollment at the Distance and Independent Studies Center can be accomplished parallel to a professional career.
The University of Kaiserslautern offers many exciting opportunities for doctorate and post-doctorate candidates in Germany and other countries. The International School for Graduate Studies can assist you with all your questions – regarding everything from funding of individual research to organizing your private visit.
The Kinder-Uni and Senior Studies round out the programs offered at the TU Kaiserslautern and clearly illustrate that "lifelong learning" is not just a Kaiserslautern slogan but is actively supported.
TU Kaiserslautern facilitates self-study preparation before the start of the regular semester courses. This is achieved within the framework of distance learning, the so-called early admissions program. This can be initiated even before starting the official term, for example, during the last year of secondary school or after a voluntary year of service or semester abroad.
Those using the early admissions option receive valuable insight into the particular subject area and an easier transition to their university studies. During this time, the examinations can be credited to subsequent in-class courses, thereby shortening the resident study time. However, no credit is awarded for a failed examination, and the semester does not count towards graduation.
TU Kaiserslautern offers various teacher training programs and teaching subjects. The teacher training program is structured on three levels. The teacher program offers courses in two teaching subjects and the educational sciences. The courses prepare students who hope to teach at the Gymnasium, Realschulen plus, or vocational school level one day. Starting as early as the first semester, a student teaching requirement develops a functional relationship to the future professional career field. A series of lectures, seminars, and practical exercises from the courses offered by each department is open to all students and outside guests. To attend these events, guests must show a guest student pass, which indicates what event will be attended.
The event schedule can be viewed in the KIS online course descriptions (click on the semester in the left menu bar). The schedules also include special events for the "Senior Studies" or "Studium Integral" programs.
The applications for guest student passes can be requested by anyone who wants to further their knowledge of a particular subject area and already understand the lecture material. The applications must be submitted to the office of student affairs at the start of the respective semester.
Guests may attend the desired course on the condition that an adequate number of seats are available. Full-time students naturally have priority placement.
The approved application as a guest participant entitles the guest to attend specified classes for the entire semester. A guest pass will be issued as student identification. The guest pass is only valid for entry to the classes listed on the pass.
Classes attended as a guest student are not governed by the examination and graduation regulations. Guest students are not generally permitted to take exams. Only a certificate of attendance can be issued for these registered courses.
After completing a Bacherlor's degree or equivalent at your home university, you can choose from various high-quality international master programs.
On the subsequent pages, you can inform yourself about these programs and the required application procedures.
Furthermore, the International School for Graduate Studies pages provides useful details for a smooth start. Just browse our websites and do not hesitate to contact us if you have got further questions.
You can nearly complete your first degree at TU Kaiserslautern without paying any tuition because in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. However, each semester there are some payments that all students are obligated to make.
Additional costs are incurred for the purchase of study materials as well as the general living expenses. Every course of study requires course materials to be purchased – no matter what school – but in Kaiserslautern, the housing and living conditions are more reasonably priced than in other university cities. TU Kaiserslautern represents the optimal combination of outstanding education and reasonable living expenses.
BAföG and scholarships provide financial student aid.
We support the internationalization process at TUK as a mediator between students, departments & external partners. ISGS promotes the TUK's international graduate programs & research options, advises students on studying abroad & assists international students before, during & after their stay in Kaiserslautern.
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