Before your studies

On the following pages, you can find out everything you need to know about study orientation, various events and advice on choosing the right degree programme.

Prospective students on campus

Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

Study orientation: how to make the right choice!

Are you are looking for a new challenge after completing your secondary education? Would you like to learn more about your favourite subject or perhaps continue your education after vocational training? There are many different reasons for studying. No matter why you decide to study, you are about to make a huge decision for your future so you should make sure you have all the information you need. That’s why Friedrich Schiller University Jena offers numerous events and services for prospective students. You can get more information by browsing our website, attending our University Information Days or taking part in one of our orientation workshops. You can also learn more about the content of various degree programmes through our Discovery Days.

Illustration: Wiebke Lückert

Choosing a degree? As easy as 1-2-3! We will help you find a degree programme and make the right decision. We have put together a list of options where you can get more information – find out which of our events and services can help you.
Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

Discovery Days You can get to know the lecture theatres and seminar rooms at the University of Jena through a range of events for groups and individuals. You can also find out which specific topics are covered in each subject.
Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

University Information Days We open our doors to all prospective students each year at our University Information Days, where our staff and students present their degree programmes and offer personal advice – in virtual events or live on campus.
Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

We offer advice on all aspects of studying! If you have any questions about studying, you can talk to our student advisors in person, via Zoom or by phone. We also offer open group consultations several times a week.
Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

Orientation workshop for undecided applicants Register now for our online orientation workshop! We will help you recognize your talents and identify your academic and professional aspirations.
Image: Christoph Worsch

Infomobil: our service for schools Have you already heard of Infomobil, our mobile information centre? We drive to schools around the country to offer pupils advice and support. Are you planning a career guidance day at your grammar school? You can count on us! We will set up our information stand and present our wide range of degree programmes.

Central Student Advisory Service

University Main Building / SSZ
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Office hours:
Please note: The Central Student Advisory Service will not be available from 21.12.2024. We will be back for you on Monday, 06.01.2025.

We offer consultations in person, by telephone, and via Zoom. You can make an appointment by calling us on +49 3641 9-411111 (Mondays to Fridays from 9:00 to 11:00) or outside these office hours on +49 3641 9-411200. You can also use our remote help desk.

Consultation hours:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (9:00 to 12:20), Tuesdays (14:00 to 18:00), and Wednesdays and Thursdays (14:00 to 16:00).

Video chat: To the video chat – Zoom Videochat ZeitenMondays to Fridays (12:30 to 13:00) Password ZSB2020 Data protection informationpdf, 101 kb

Student Service Centre

University Main Building, Room E065
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Opening hours:
Mondays (10:00 – 12:00)
Tuesdays (13:00 – 15:00)
Wednesdays (10:00 – 12:00)
Thursdays (13:00 – 15:00)
Fridays (10:00 – 12:00)

You can also use our remote help desk at
www.uni-jena.de/service-ssz
or send us your enquiries by post.

Telephone hours:
Mondays to Fridays
(9:00 – 11:00)

Postal address:
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Studierenden-Service-Zentrum
07737 Jena

Master Service Centre

Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Office hours:
+++The Master Service Centre will be closed from 23.12.2024 to 03.01.2025. On 19 December, we will be available by telephone and for personal consultation for the last time this year. On 20.12. you can only contact us via ticket. We will be fully available for you again from 06.01.2025 onwards.+++

Telephone consultation:
Tuesday - Thursday
10 am - 11 am

Personal consultation:
Tuesday - Thursday
2 pm - 3 pm

Live chat:
mondays
10 am - 12 noon

Ticket enquiries via Service Desk at: www.uni-jena.de/service-msz

Postal address:
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Master Service Centre (MSZ)
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena

Video chat: To the video chat – Zoom Videochat ZeitenTuesday - Thursday
3:15 pm - 4 pm Password Master Data protection informationpdf, 101 kb

International Office

University Main Building
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link