Start at Ansbach University of Applied Sciences

The start of the semester is just around the corner and your studies at UAS Ansbach will begin soon.

Have you thought of everything?

On the following pages, we have summarised the most important information for the beginning of your studies so that you can find your way around.

Orientation week

The International Student Advisory Service and the International Office are organising an orientation weekfor international students (exchange and full-time students) for the summer semester 2022 in order to contribute to a successful start to their studies. The summer semester starts on March 15th, 2022 and the orientation week takes place from March 7th to March 13th, 2022. Further information as well as the programme can be found here.

Participation in the orientation week is strongly recommended and is requested in advance for better planning. During these days, you will have the opportunity to make first friends, learn more about the city and the university, and receive valuable tips on studying, working and student life.

Check your health insurance coverage and take out statutory health insurance, if necessary. You can find more information and addresses of local health insurance companies here.
Register your flat at the Citizens' Office within the first two weeks after your arrival. For that, you need the signed confirmation of accommodation provider as well as your passport / identity card. You can find more information as well as contact details and address here.
Make an appointment at the Immigration Office, if necessary (especially relevant for students who require a visa). You can find more information as well as contact details and address here.
Register your flat for the license fee for radio and television. If you live in a shared flat (WG), find out more about the fees from your flat mates. You can also find more information on this topic here.
Open a bank account (= Girokonto) if you have not already done so because of your blocked account (for students who require a visa). There are often student discounts. (Important: You can only open a bank account after you have registered at the Citizens' Office)
You can also make a mobile phone contract or buy a prepaid SIM card. There are many cell phone providers. This also applies to an internet contract.