Step 2: Get specific

Get specific

Where can I get reliable information? How can online tests and assessments help?
Step 2: Get specific
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Where can I get reliable information?

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Higher Education CompassExternal link This database contains the entire range of degree programmes offered in Germany and has very good filters.
StudienwahlExternal link Here you will find all you need to know about bachelor’s and master’s programmes, different institutions of higher education and the university application process.
AbiExternal link The Federal Employment Agency provides a portal for upper secondary school leavers to learn more about degree programmes, training schemes and other options. 
It can also be helpful to look beyond your studies and think about your future plans. You can find reliable information about different occupations and the job market here:
BerufeTVExternal link The Federal Employment Agency presents a wide range of career opportunities in its video library. 
BerufenetExternal link The Federal Employment Agency has put together a comprehensive encyclopaedia of professions so that you can learn more about different fields of study, careers and jobs. 

How can online tests and assessments help?

There are lots of different self-assessments for you to gauge your skills and interests. Most of them are free and available online. The results might open your eyes to completely new opportunities and help you broaden your search for degree programmes. While the suggested degree programmes may help to confirm your decision, they could also encourage you to reflect on your own expectations and ideas. We usually recommend the following self-assessments:

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Study Interest Test (SIT)External link

This is a self-assessment that allows you to gauge your own interests and identify degree programmes that match your interests. It was created by the German Rectors’ Conference (HRK) and ZEIT ONLINE.
A step-by-step guide to finding the right degree programmeExternal link This is a self-discovery tool provided by the Federal Employment Agency.
Check-UExternal link This is a tool developed by the Federal Employment Agency. It allows you to explore different degree programmes and vocational training schemes.
Orientation testExternal link

This is a service provided by the federal state of Baden-Württemberg with various tests designed to gauge your skills and interests. Of course, the results can also be transferred to other federal states, e.g. through www.hochschulkompass.deExternal link.

Career Councelling for TeachersExternal link

This portal contains lots of useful information and a test for people interested in teacher training.

 

More information and services for prospective students

Central Student Advisory Service

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

Office hours:
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).

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