Doubts about studying
Doubts about studying
Lack of motivation to study
You imagined your degree programme to be different. You are enjoying your studies less and less or you are not really interested in the content. You ask yourself ...
- What exactly is making me doubt and how can I get to the bottom of my doubts?
- Have I chosen the right degree programme? Is a degree programme even right for me?
- Are the study conditions right for me or would another type of university perhaps be more suitable?
- Would it make sense to take time out to gain practical experience or find out about alternatives?
Overload
You feel overwhelmed by the academic demands, are dissatisfied with your performance and/or your degree course leaves you no time for other things...
- I find the material too theoretical and the demands too high. What can I do?
- How can I improve my time management?
- What study strategies can help me cope better with the workload?
- Can I study for longer than the standard period of study of six semesters?
- I’m an international student and studying in Germany is different from what I’d imagined. What can I do?
Examinations not passed
You have failed some exams (at the first attempt) and have doubts as to whether you can successfully complete your degree programme. You want to know ...
- How can I prepare better for the exams?
- Am I entitled to an alternative type of examination?
- How can I deal with my exam anxiety or who can help me?
- What should I do if I finally fail an exam?
Pressure to perform in the final phase
You are about to finish your studies and realise that everything is getting too much. The pressure is increasing and weighing you down more and more, so you consider ...
- How can I successfully organise my graduation phase?
- What happens if my study time is extended?
- The greater the pressure, the less I can concentrate. What can I do?
- Is it worth studying at all?
Current events
UniReflect: Time to switch?
Information on changing degree programmes and withdrawing from a degree programme
Do you ever wonder
- whether you’re still on the right track?
- whether university is still the right fit for you?
- whether it’s time for a change of perspective?
If so, this event is probably just what you need.
The reasons behind such questions can be varied, as can the possible solutions. This session therefore offers a wide range of information on the following topics:
- Challenges during your studies
- Information on changing subjects and universities
- Stories from students who have dropped out
- Information on switching to vocational training and further education
- Information on finances
The event concludes with an informal get-together, offering opportunities for discussion and one-to-one conversations for those who wish to take part.
Speaker: joint event with the Oldenburg Job Centre, the Oldenburg Chamber of Crafts, the Chamber of Agriculture and the Oldenburg Chamber of Industry and Commerce
Registration: not required
The event is intended exclusively for students.
ZSKB study counselling service
If you have any of these concerns, please come along to the ZSKB’s walk-in office hours or book an appointment.
Advice from the International Office
If you have any questions regarding residence permits, please contact the International Office.
Internal co-operations
If we are unable to resolve your enquiry with you, we will refer you to the relevant departments within the university, for example, for questions
- student finance or
- psychosocial support or
- career planning