Start Smart – Leibniz University Hannover

Start Smart accompanies you from before the start of the semester with a series of changing online events. So you can start your studies well informed.

You can participate in all or only individual events. Registration is not required.

The events are aimed at both Bachelor's and Master's students who are new to Leibniz University Hannover.

The programmes are held in German. Information for international students in English is provided by the International Office:

Orientation days for international students

To the info page

11 March | 15.00 - 16.00 | Student funding and housing

In this first event, we give advice on how to finance your studies and find accommodation in Hannover.

Event presentation: Student funding and housing

PDF, 3 MB

Download (German language only)
11 March | 16.15 - 17.45 | A well informed start to university: First steps at university
Student ID card – LeibnizCard

Overview on online services and online login details

Insight into the structure of the university as well as key contact persons and services

Information on introductory events

Information on the system of Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees (structure, modules, ECTS)

as well as the opportunity to ask any questions you may have regarding starting out at university.
Event presentation: A well informed start (bachelor's)

PDF, 3 MB

Download (German language only)
11 March | 18.00 - 19.00 | Studying with a disability and/or chronic illness

Studying with a disability and/or a chronic illness or a specific developmental disorder, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD or autism, is often associated with some insecurities. We will give you information e.g. about the accessibility of the university, the compensation for students with disadvantages, the general organization of studies ...

And in addition to the given information, there is enough time to answer all your questions, so that you can start your studies the right way!

Event presentation: Studying with a disability and/or chronic illness

PDF, 1 MB

Download (German language only)
18 March | 15.00 - 16.30 | Online services (Stud.IP, QIS, MELT)

Everything online! Internet access, university network, course planning and registration, registration for examinations, etc. – nothing goes without an LUH-ID and identity management.

We introduce you to the key services and offers from the online world of Leibniz University Hannover, and answer any questions you may have.

Event presentation:Online services

PDF, 3 MB

Download (German language only)
18 March | 16.45 - 17.45 | New at the library?
The TIB is your university library. In this event we will show you:
all information you need in order to use the library
what kind of training and self-study courses you can use
where and how you can find the literature you need, regardless of whether print or electronic resources
Catalogues, databases and portals
Tips and tricks for your research
Event presentation: New at the library?

PDF, 2 MB

Download (German language only)
18 March | 18.00 - 19.00 | Studying competently: preparing for exams & practical experience

Your first semester may bring some obstacles: managing your learning time, reading and understanding scientific texts, taking notes in lectures, writing your own scientific texts and questions about your future: What to do after your studies and how to get practical expirience?

You can get tips and answers to these questions in the Learning Workshop, from the Writung Team or the Career Service of the ZQS Key Competences.