Problems in studying

What kind of support do you need?

Difficulties during your studies can take many forms. Studying can push you to your limits – hopefully only temporarily. We would like to support you with information and tips on how to find a solution.

You can find direct contact persons for the respective counseling services. If you can't find what you're looking for there, you can find contact persons at the central students advisory service who will work with you to develop an individual plan. All conversations are, of course, confidential!

There are also always current updates Workshop offeringsCurrent offers can be found in the Events calendar on the THMWebseite or summarized with many tips in the portal Study 360°.

Study organization

"I'm having trouble organizing my daily student life! I need support in better structuring my learning material. Balancing work, family, and studies is difficult for me."

Which Support services Can you use it?

InfoCenter THM
The InfoCenter is the central first point of contact at THM. Here you can get support, for example, if you are having trouble understanding your timetable, need applications or forms, or simply don't know who to contact. >> Read more

Central students advisory service
Are you unsure where the difficulties lie? The consultants will review your current situation with you and work together to identify potential problems and what needs to be changed. >> Read more

Exam coaching
Exam coaching supports you with questions and uncertainties regarding exams, learning techniques, and motivation. You can also schedule an appointment to discuss time management, procrastination, or stress management. >> Read more

International Office
Have you come to Germany to study and are having difficulty settling into your new surroundings (university, study location)? The International Office advises and supports international students with numerous questions. These include, for example, residency rights, finding accommodation, financing your studies, and settling in at the university or study location. Individual support for a successful course of study is also available through the coaching programme InternationalTalents@THMstudies.You can also find more information in the events organized by the International Office. >> Read more

Academic advising
Academic advising is offered by the Department 's faculty. They support students with questions regarding course design, study techniques, and specializations within the degree programme, and answer questions about specific course content in individual subjects. Contact information can be found on the respective course page Study programme page under the menu item "Specialized Advice" or in your Department secretariat, which can also help with initial formal questions regarding the organization of studies.

university library
For example, if you are looking for help with the scheduling of a thesis, the staff of the writing advice service can assist you. >> Read more

Study 360°
Here you'll find numerous tips on the topic of learning. Key words include "motivated," "organized," and "methodical"! >> Read more

Family-friendly university
Do you have family responsibilities in addition to your studies? The Family-Friendly University Service Center is the first point of contact for this, offering guidance and support. >> Read more

Student Union Giessen
For difficulties outside the lecture hall, the social counseling service of the Giessen Student Union can provide support. Students with children can receive support from the Student Union's family service center. >> Read more

Exams

Doubts about the study

"Sometimes I think my studies aren't right for me at all. I'd rather study something else or maybe do an apprenticeship, but then I'd have this gap in my CV, and my parents wouldn't know about it yet. Besides, you always have this feeling of having somehow failed."

Perhaps you've had similar thoughts before. That's not unusual; it's perfectly normal to have doubts about yourself and your chosen field of study during your studies. However, if these doubts persist or even intensify over time, they can impact your academic success. In the worst-case scenario, the doubts become so overwhelming that you lose all sense of purpose in your studies and.. Dropping out of university Doubts about one's studies are a real threat. It's a topic no one likes to talk about, yet statistically it's one of the most frequent concerns at the students advisory service at THM.

Often, the reasons for doubt lie in various problems. Therefore, it's important to first find out what is actually causing the doubt about one's studies. Doubt doesn't always stem from an unsuitable choice of studies; sometimes the problems lie in the organization of the studies or the exams...

Which Support services Can you use it?

Central students advisory service
In a personal consultation, we will review the current situation and possible courses of action together and clarify questions such as "How much doubt is okay, when should I look for alternatives? And how does that even work?" >> Read more

International Office
Changing your course of study or university will also affect your residence permit. The Incoming Team at the International Office will be happy to advise you individually and answer your personal questions. >> Read more

Network with the university team of the Employment Agency
The central students advisory service in cooperation with the university team of the employment agency in Giessen offers an information session every semester. Dates are published in the THM events calendar. >> Read more

Future questions