Welcome to Karlsruhe and the Department of Mechanical Engineering!
Prof. Thomas Böhlke, Dean of Studies for Mechanical Engineering (International), warmly welcomes all new students to the 2024/25 winter semester and invites you to the following orientation events. These events will provide valuable information, useful insights, and the opportunity to make first contacts.
University Events
- Welcome Event by the International Students Office (IstO) and Central Student Advisory Service (ZSB)
When: 18.10.2024 from 14:00-16:30pm
Meeting Point: Tulla Lecture Hall, Englerstr. 11, KIT Campus South, Building 11.40
Info: Interesting presentations about the university and its student services. - Campus Rally
When: 18.10.2024 from 16:30-18:30pm
Meeting Point: Main entrance of the Student House (Building 01.12)
Info: Get to know the campus and other new students through fun group activities.
Student Council Events
- Information Session for Freshmen
When: 09.10.2024 from 16:00-18:00pm
Meeting Point: Redtenbacher Lecture Hall, Building 10.91
Info: Facts about your studies. - Information Session for Freshmen in Mechanical Engineering (International)
When: 15.10.2024, to be announced
Meeting Point: Foyer of the Mechanical Engineering Building 10.23
Info: Information on the course structure, meeting other MEI freshmen, food & drinks.
Use additional tips and offers to organize your new student
life efficiently:
Campus Map: As a new student, it’s important to find your way around, and the KIT Campus Map is a great help with that. It is a detailed layout of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) that covers the entire campus area. The map provides information about the locations of buildings, facilities, lecture halls, libraries, dining halls, labs, and other important points. It also often includes transport routes, parking areas, and green spaces. The KIT Campus Map is available in both printed form and digitally, and it is regularly updated to reflect new construction projects and changes.
Mensa (Refectory): The Mensa on Adenauerring is open daily, even during semester breaks. You can choose from pasta, skillet dishes, soups, side dishes, and desserts, as well as vegan or vegetarian meals. The average cost for a meal is EUR 3.50 for students. Enjoy your meal!
KIT Library: The central lending and service library of KIT is located on the South Campus. It offers media on all academic disciplines of KIT, as well as over 950 individual and group workstations, which are often used by students for studying. Through the reservation system Anny, you can easily book seats for individual work. Another advantage of the library is its opening hours: 24/7, meaning it is open around the clock!
University sports: University sports at KIT offer a wide range of sports in over 70 different disciplines. More than 300 courses spread across a total of 30 properties in Karlsruhe allow participants to find the perfect balance to their everyday work and student life. Over 500 instructors and the entire university sports team look forward to seeing you! Courses for the winter semester will be available for booking from the beginning of October.
Student Life at KIT and in Karlsruhe: Student life at KIT and in Karlsruhe is vibrant and diverse. The city offers a high quality of life and a pleasant atmosphere. Many students use the well-developed network of cycle paths for their mobility. The Schlosspark (palace garden) located right next to KIT, is a perfect spot for relaxing, jogging, and unwinding. Shops for daily needs are easily accessible by foot or bike. The proximity to the Black Forest and the Palatinate Forest also offers great opportunities for nature excursions.
The open and friendly culture of the city, along with numerous student initiatives and events at KIT, fosters a strong sense of community. Overall, student life at KIT provides a great balance between academic demands and leisure activities.
