University studies – yes or no?

Are university studies right for me? What does a university degree involve? Where should I study? How do I pay for my studies? These are some of the questions people ask themselves when they're thinking about whether they should pursue a university degree. We've compiled the information you need to consider before you decide for or against going to university.

1. University degree, apprenticeship or cooperative degree programme?

What are the advantages of completing a university degree rather than an apprenticeship?

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What are the advantages of completing an apprenticeship rather than a university degree?

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Would a cooperative degree programme be right for me?

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What cooperative degree programmes are available?

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2. Are university studies right for me?

Which subject-related skills do I need in order to study successfully?

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Which personal skills do I need in order to study successfully?

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What if I'm not sure?

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3. What does doing a degree involve?

How is a degree course structured?

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Which degree can I study for?

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What does a typical semester look like?

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Where do I find more information about how the degree courses are organised and about the exams?

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What is a module?

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What is a lecture, a seminar, and an exercise?

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What are tutorials and lab courses?

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What are assessments?

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What are credit points?

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4. A university of applied sciences or a conventional university?

What are the differences between conventional universities and applied sciences universities?

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What type of university would suit me?

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5. What support is available?

What support services are available when I take up my studies at HAW Hamburg?

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Who can help me with questions about the content and structure of my degree course?

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How do I successfully organise my studies at HAW Hamburg?

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What if I fail an exam?

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Where can I get more information about doing a semester or an internship abroad?

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Can I study when I have a child?

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What support services are offered for students with a disability or a chronic illness?

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6. How much does it cost to study? Is there funding available?

What will I have to pay?

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How do I finance my studies?

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Can I work while studying?

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