The taster programme during the Easter and autumn holidays offers pupils from Year 10 the unique opportunity to attend regular lectures alongside university students and thus gain an insight into everyday student life at the THU.
The next taster lectures will take place during the autumn half-term from 26 to 30 October 2026.
The introductory lectures take place during the current semester. That’s why it’s completely normal if you don’t understand every detail right away. What’s much more important is that you get a sense of how lectures are conducted at the university, how instructors present the material, and what topics you can expect to encounter during your studies.
Take this opportunity to explore different lectures, degree programs, and academic departments. This will help you get a better sense of which topics and fields of study align with your interests. Lab sessions and department tours are also particularly exciting—they let you take a look behind the scenes at Ulm University of Technology and, in some cases, get hands-on experience.
Since these are regular classes, you should arrive on campus about 15 minutes before they start, if possible. This will give you enough time to get your bearings, find the right lecture hall, or visit the information desk if you have any questions.
In the cafeterias run by the Ulm Student Services Association, you can only pay for food and drinks using cashless payment methods. Many students also bring their own water bottle and a small snack.
If you have questions about your studies, everyday life on campus, or specific degree programs, use breaks or the time after classes to talk to students. This will give you authentic, firsthand insights.
Ulm University of Applied Sciences has two campuses: the Albert-Einstein-Allee Campus and the Prittwitzstraße Campus. The trip by public transportation between the two campuses takes about 30–40 minutes. Be sure to plan your visit accordingly if you want to attend classes at both locations.