- Changed registration deadlines for the
Summer semester 2026 - Notification of permissible aids
(including AI) in exams
Revised registration deadlines for the summer semester 2026
ATTENTION: Changed registration deadlines for the summer semester 2026
The Senate of THM , in its meeting on December 3, 2025, approved the 12th amendment to the General Regulations for Bachelor's and Master's Examination Regulations. As part of this amendment, the registration deadlines for the summer semester of 2026 were changed due to the introduction of the new examination administration system.
Are there any changes to the registration deadlines for the summer semester of 2026?
Yes. For the summer semester 2026 Section 4, paragraph 4 of the General Provisions is suspended. Special registration deadlines for examinations apply during this period.
When will the amended regulation come into effect?
The amendment will come into effect on April 1, 2026 and This applies exclusively to the summer semester 2026 (April 1 – September 30, 2026).
What are the registration deadlines for make-up exams and exams without lectures (KoV) in the summer semester of 2026?
Registration for make-up exams and exams without lectures (KoV) is possible. From: April 1st – April 22nd, 2026
What are the registration deadlines for regular exams in the summer semester of 2026?
The following applies to regular exams: Deadline: June 10 – July 10, 2026
Is there anything else I need to be aware of as a student?
The special registration deadlines only apply in the summer semester of 2026. All registrations must still be submitted via the usual systems by the deadline. Afterwards, the regular regulations of the General Terms and Conditions will apply again.
What will happen after September 30, 2026?
The special regulation will automatically expire after September 30, 2026. From the winter semester 2026/27 (October 1, 2026) onwards, Section 4 Paragraph 2 of the General Provisions will apply again without restriction and the regular registration deadlines will apply again.
What are the regular registration deadlines?
The registration period for exams offered during the exam event weeks begins one month after the start of the semester and ends three weeks before the start of the first exam event week.
Individual registration deadlines – for example, for block courses – remain unaffected. These will be communicated to students by the Department in a suitable manner, usually at the start of the course.
Who can I contact for support if I have further questions about this?
The colleagues of Department secretariats as well as the team of Central Examination Office We are always happy to answer any further questions you may have.
Notification of permitted aids (including AI) during examinations
Notification of permitted aids (including AI) during examinations
The Senate of THM adopted the 12th amendment to the General Provisions for Bachelor's and Master's Examination Regulations at its meeting on December 3, 2025.
As part of this amendment, the disclosure of permissible aids, including AI systems, was introduced.
Are students allowed to use AI systems in written exams?
The use of AI systems (e.g., ChatGPT, image AI, analysis tools) is only permitted if the reviewing person expressly allows it.
What does the new regulation on the notification of permissible aids entail?
The new regulation of § 11a (declaration of independence, deception, disruption, breach of order) obliges examiners to inform students in a timely and binding manner about the following:
- which aids – including AI systems – are permitted,
- to what extent these aids may be used.
The aim is to create transparency and legal certainty so that students know exactly which support resources they are allowed to use without violating the examination regulations.
From when does the new regulation of § 11a apply?
The regulation comes into effect from 01.04.2026 (Summer semester) in effect.
When and how will information about permissible assistive devices, including AI, be provided?
The examiners decide when, in what form and via which communication channel the information is provided.
However, they are obliged to students in time for the exam to inform them which aids are permitted in their examinations and to what extent these may be used.
What happens if my examiner does not specify any permitted aids?
If no information is provided regarding permitted aids, the following applies: No aids are allowed.
Examiners must provide students with clear information. Students should contact the examiner as soon as possible if anything is unclear.
What do students need to consider when using AI?
When AI systems are used for written exam performance:
- All AI systems, tools and software used must be specified.
- All content derived from AI (literally or in substance) must be clearly identified.
This obligation arises from Section 11a Paragraph 1 of the General Provisions for Bachelor's Examination Regulations (valid since summer semester 2024).
For which examinations do these regulations apply?
The regulations relate to written examination performance, in particular:
- Homework
- seminar papers
- Project reports
- Bachelor's and Master's theses
Exams are not affected, as different forms of examination and supervisory rules apply there.
What supporting documents does THM provide?
The following documents are available for guidance:
- Overview of the admissibility of AI applications in written examinations
- RECOMMENDATION: Identification of AI-generated content in written exams
- Template of the university-wide standard Declaration of independence