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Student counselling services

What should I study? The first port of call for all those unsure of what to study is the Student Counselling Services of the HWR Berlin. Its staff can answer all your questions and advise you on your choice of degree programme.

Should I study for a Bachelor’s, Master’s, distance learning, cooperative studies or extra-occupational degree programme? The Student Counselling Services at the Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin provides advice, information and support in all phases of study − not just about your choice of subject. We provide advice and support for potential applicants, students, teachers and parents, covering a range of subjects from the choice of degree programme, issues experienced during study or questions surrounding changing university.

Advice on choosing a degree programme and withdrawal

All our advice is independent, confidential and tailored to your individual needs. We also provide advice on how to make the transition to a Master's degree programme or the world of work as smooth as possible. Come to the Student Counselling Services if you need information or assistance concerning the following issues:

Choosing a degree programme: You would like to find out about the degree programmes taught at the HWR Berlin and the qualifications on offer.
Orientating yourself at the university: You need help in getting your bearings at the university or do not yet know which degree programme is right for you.
Degree programmes: You have specific questions relating to the structure, contents or organization of our degree programmes.
Applying for a place on a degree programme: You have general questions about application deadlines, admission requirements, qualifying examinations or admissions procedures.
Changing degree programme: You are considering changing your degree programme or moving to a different university.
Withdrawal: You are experiencing difficulties in your studies, think you may have chosen the wrong degree or are considering withdrawing from university?
Financing your studies: You would like to learn more about the various forms of funding?
Discrimination: Get counselling if you are being disadvantaged at university!

FAQ about your studies

Frequently asked questions about choosing a degree programme, admission requirements, applying and starting your studies!

Getting the advice you need

The Student Counseling Service will not be on site from 23.12.24 to 03.01.25. We will be available again by telephone from 02.01.25. We wish you happy holidays and a good start into the new year!

On-site consultation (without appointment)

Telephone consultation

+49 30 30877-1919

Student Counselling
Contact form

Schöneberg Campus
Student Infopoint, House A, 1st floor
Mon, Tue, Thu 9.30–17
Wed 9.30–15.30

Lichtenberg Campus , Room 6A.007
Wed 10-12
Thu 14-16

Tue, Wed 11-12
Thu 14-15

Study without Abitur
Contact form

Schöneberg Campus
Student Infopoint, House A, 1st floor
Mon 15-17

Tue 11–12
Thu 14–15

Studying with a family
Contact form

Schöneberg Campus , Room A 3.32
Thu 15-16

Tue 11–12
Thu 14–15

First generation students
Contact form

Schöneberg Campus
Student Infopoint, House A, 1st floor
Mon 15-17

Tue 11–12
Thu 14–15

International prospective students /
Master
Contact form

Schöneberg Campus
Student Infopoint, House A, 1st floor
Mon 15-17

Tue 11–12
Thu 14–15

Psychological counselling
Online booking of appointments

Individual appointment

Mon 15–16

Counselling on studying with a disabilities / chronic illnesses
inklusion(at)hwr-berlin.de

Individual appointment

Mon 15–16

Students of the HWR Berlin give insight and advice

Instagram channel of the student counselling
hwr.students

Thu 10–11

Counselling for potential applicants

The first port of call for all those unsure of what to study is the Student Counselling Services of the Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin. They are experts on issues such as:

Choosing a degree programme: Which degree course best suits me?
Applications and admissions: How to apply.
Financing your studies: How can I finance my studies?
Selecting the right profession: What opportunities does each degree programme offer?
Admission without a university entrance qualification: How does that work?
Studying whilst working or with family responsibilities: How does that work?
Changing universities: How can I start in a higher subject-specific semester?

56 degree programmes: What to study at the HWR Berlin

Studying with family responsibilities

Studying with a disability or chronic illness

Financing your studies: Funding from Bafög or a grant

Counselling for students

The Student Counselling Services are happy to answer any questions at any point in your studies. They are expert in addressing the following issues:

Orientating yourself at the university: Who provides support when starting my studies?
Financing your studies: How can I finance my studies?
Organizing your studies: How should I plan my degree?
Studying whilst working or with family responsibilities: How does it work?
Changing degree programmes: What should I do if I decide I want to study something else?
Conflicts and problems: Examination nerves, arguments or discrimination? What can I do?
Having doubts: What should I do if I think university might not be for me?

Psychological counselling: Help with stress, conflicts and worries

Studying with family responsibilities

Studying with a disability or chronic illness

Organizing your degree programme

Financing your studies: Funding from Bafög or a grant

Services for teachers, schoolchildren and parents

The Student Counselling Services at the HWR Berlin enables teachers, pupils and parents to experience studying at the HWR Berlin.

Co-operation with schools: Experience an introduction to studying at the HWR Berlin.
Junior students: School children study Business and Economics.
A taster course: Visiting lectures like a real student.
Campus days: A revealing experience for groups! How a degree at the HWR Berlin works.
Workshops: Finding out together which subject suits you best.
Events and advice: Finding out what studying involves.