What a degree programme actually looks like depends on the chosen course of study.
The content, daily routine and study organisation of a science degree, for example, differ in many ways from those of a humanities degree. However, there are some aspects that are fundamental to any university degree:
Self-organisation
You can tailor your studies to suit your needs with a wide range of options and freedoms. It is important to organise yourself well so that you don’t get stressed. The university offers numerous support services to help you do this.
Thirst for knowledge
The university is the ideal place to pursue your thirst for knowledge. Here, you can not only acquire sound basic knowledge that is constantly updated in line with the latest research findings, but also learn skills and tools for lifelong learning. In addition, the university offers opportunities for further study, such as master’s and doctoral programmes, which are prerequisites for a career in academia.
Personal responsibility
The programme requires independent learning and dealing with everything that is part of studying: planning your course of study with the help of academic advisors, registering for exams, keeping track of deadlines and adhering to them.
Scientific thinking and working
In addition to the specific subject knowledge of your own degree programme, you will acquire analytical and problem-solving skills as well as the corresponding methodological skills during your studies. Critical thinking and researching relevant facts also help in everyday life to classify the flood of information in many areas such as politics, economics and society.
Theory and practice
Studying mainly takes place in the university’s lecture halls, seminar rooms, laboratories and libraries. And, of course, at home: reading, learning and writing papers. Internships, excursions and practical exercises offer students the opportunity to combine the knowledge they have acquired with practical experience. Depending on the degree programme, it is important to gain practical experience independently during your studies in order to pursue your own interests and find out for yourself which direction you would like to take after graduation.
Professional qualification
Some professions are only possible with a university degree (doctor, judge, public prosecutor, secondary school teacher, scientist, pharmacist, etc.), while for many other occupations a university degree is an important prerequisite in terms of both specialist knowledge and other skills acquired during the course of study.
The most important factor for academic success …
… is your interest in the subject! Find out whether university is right for you and which subject inspires you.
Types of higher education institutions other than universities
Other types of higher education institutions include dual universities, universities of applied sciences, teacher training colleges, and art and music colleges. Here you will find an overview of the types of higher education institutions in Baden-Württemberg.