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The University of Passau is an internationally oriented university that stands for academic freedom, responsible teaching and research, as well as respectful coexistence. We recognise that international crises and conflicts can also have an impact on our university community – particularly on students, staff and researchers who are personally affected by them.
We see ourselves as a community based on solidarity and are committed to supporting those affected in difficult situations. This involves recognising individual hardships, offering guidance and facilitating access to support and counselling services.
At the same time, we expressly commit ourselves to the values of a democratic, free society governed by the rule of law. These values form the basis of our coexistence and collaboration at the University and guide our actions.
The University of Passau is committed to a discrimination-free environment in which all members, regardless of their background, nationality or personal circumstances, are protected and able to fulfil their academic and professional responsibilities. There is no place for discrimination, exclusion or violence at our university.
We would like to encourage all those affected to make use of the support services available and to contact the relevant departments if necessary.
The option of a late arrival and the associated deadlines are regulated on a case-by-case basis depending on the degree programme. For specific information, please contact the International Support Services team.
If the current situation in your home country is affecting your studies, your research or your personal circumstances, and you are concerned about issues relating to your study period or your residence permit, the International Support Services team is here to help. Please contact us to arrange a confidential consultation (istudicoach@uni-passau.de for full-time international students, researchmobility@uni-passau.de for researchers).
It is possible to apply for a leave of absence.
Students are welcome to contact the Student Advisory Service for personalised advice on which option is most suitable for them. Applications for a leave of absence must be submitted to the Student Registry. In addition, the University’s Psychological and Psychotherapeutic Counselling Service and the Psychological Counselling Service of the Studierendenwerk offer easily accessible support in dealing with mental health issues and concerns.
Leave of absence and residence status: If you hold a residence permit for the purpose of studying, the Foreigners’ Registration Office must be informed in all cases; in some instances, it must explicitly approve the leave of absence. For further information and recommended next steps, please contact the Team at International Support Services.
Under certain circumstances, it is possible to apply for an extension of the deadline.
The Student Advice Service advises students on general academic matters and helps them with decisions relating to their studies.
Consultations can take place in person, by telephone or online (via Zoom).
Please book a consultation by telephone or via the contact form on the website.
There is also an open consultation hour on Wednesdays.
The University of Passau’s Psychological and Psychotherapeutic Counselling Service offers students facing difficult life situations or mental health challenges free and confidential individual counselling and support.
Further information about the Psychological and Psychotherapeutic Counselling Service, as well as a contact form for booking a counselling appointment, can be found on the website.
Students can also contact the Student Services psychological counselling service.
Staff and students facing difficult circumstances also have the option of speaking to the University of Passau’s psychosocial counselling service.
The International Support Services team provides support and advice to international full-time students and researchers on all non-academic matters relating to living, studying, working and conducting research in Passau or Germany (such as issues concerning residence permits, insurance, finance and banking, accommodation, campus life and much more).
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The Student Life Advisory Service run by the Studierendenwerk Niederbayern/Oberpfalz (STWNO) is here to provide you with information, advice and support on a wide range of uncertainties and problems relating to your studies, including financial difficulties and issues concerning tenancy law.
The Advisory Service for Students with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses offers personalised advice to students with disabilities and/or special needs at every stage of their studies, to support them in successfully completing their degree.
Appointments can be arranged by telephone (Tel. +49 (0)851/509-1154) or by email.
For employees with disabilities, the Representation for People with Severe Disabilities serves as a point of contact.
It provides support and advice, and welcomes suggestions.
In acute crisis situations, the Bavarian Crisis Service is an important point of contact. It provides free telephone counselling round the clock to those seeking advice, as well as to relatives and professionals. Counselling in languages other than German (120 languages) is available via an interpreting service.
Phone: 0800 655 3000
