Introductory phase of studies at the Faculty of Science

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Welcome to the University of Potsdam! We are delighted that you are starting your studies at the Faculty of Science. In addition to the wealth of information on starting your studies that you have already found on the university's central website, the following pages provide information on all the specific programs offered by the Faculty of Science. If you still have questions after reading this page, please feel free to contact the person listed below.

Offers for starting your studies

Starting your studies in the winter term of 2025/2026?

Here you will find information on timetable planning and study planning.

https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/studium/studying/information-on-starting-your-studies/introductory-events/upstart

Discover a wide range of services offered by the University of Potsdam to provide you with the right support at every stage of your studies and promote your academic success.

https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/studium/studying/information-on-starting-your-studies/introductory-events

All dates for the introductory lectures for each subject can be found here.

Bridge course in mathematics for all STEM subjects

At the start of the academic year in fall, the Faculty of Science offers a bridge course in mathematics for students of STEM subjects.

STEM-Room

In the STEM room, you will be supported by students in higher semesters who will help you with your independent study and worksheets and will clarify questions you have about your subjects.

https://openup.uni-potsdam.de/course/view.php?id=617

The bridge course provides you with an insight into programming and computational science. The aim is to prepare you for your first computational science lectures.

https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/mnfakul/minternational