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  • Information on the licence fee

    Information on the licence fee

    First own accommodation – what students need to know about the licence fee. Students moving into their first own flat, a shared flat or a student hall of residence at the start of the winter semester 2022/23 may also have to pay the licence fee for ARD, ZDF and Deutschlandradio for the first time. Regardless of…

  • Welcome to winter semester 2022/23!

    Welcome to winter semester 2022/23!

    The new semester is about to begin: We are pleased to welcome all Leipzig students – especially first-semester students and new international students! The Studentenwerk Leipzig welcomes all new students and returning students for the winter semester 2022/23! For most of our counselling services, students can choose between face-to-face appointments with prior booking and video…

  • New events of our tutors

    New events of our tutors

    In the winter semester 22/23, the tutors of the Leipzig Studentenwerk will once again offer numerous events to get to know other students as well as Leipzig and the surrounding area. 12 October 2022 Speed friendship Without pre-registration; 5-minute rounds to get to know each other with moderation by the tutors; non-alcoholic drinks are provided…

  • In all Mensas: Orientation week 10 – 14 October

    In all Mensas: Orientation week 10 – 14 October

    From 10 to 14 October, the orientation week will take place in all Mensas of the Studentenwerk. In the second week of the orientation week will take place in all Mensas of the Studentenwerk.semester The programme includes: Monday, 10 October: FFP2 mask free with lunch as a "starter kit". Tuesday, 11 October: Free apple during lunch…

  • Bicycle check-up

    Bicycle check-up

    Get your bike ready for the dark season! Our check-up will make it easier. For many Leipzig students, the bicycle is a constant companion through the city, even in autumn and winter. Our experts at the Do-It-Yourself Bicycle Repair Shops recommend at least one check-up before each season. Particularly during the time of year when the…

  • Register for AutoLoad directly in the Mensa & load the card automatically at the cash desk

    Register for AutoLoad directly in the Mensa & load the card automatically at the cash desk

    Register for AutoLoad on site: We will be touring the Mensas & Cafeterias with an information stand in October and November 2022. In addition, the normal Mensa card service is available there.

  • Information on the heating cost allowance and the energy price flat rate

    Information on the heating cost allowance and the energy price flat rate

    As questions about the heating cost allowance and the flat-rate energy fee keep coming in, we have summarised some basic information and further links. The heating cost subsidy and the energy price flat rate (EPP) are different allowances. Therefore, if you are eligible for both subsidies, you can also receive both subsidies. Heating cost subsidy…

  • Particularly climate-friendly food for the climate strike on 23.9.

    Particularly climate-friendly food for the climate strike on 23.9.

    Climate-friendly & delicious cuisine: On Friday, 23 September 2022, all Mensas will serve mainly KlimaTeller dishes.

  • Info event for prospective refugee students in Leipzig

    Info event for prospective refugee students in Leipzig

    Studentenwerk Leipzig and Leipzig University will offer an online event on 21 November 2022 around the questions:  Am I allowed to study in Germany? What can I study in Leipzig? What universities and academies do exist in Leipzig? What documents do I need to apply? How can I finance my studies? How do I prepare for…

  • Halls Of Residence: Very high demand for the winter semester

    Halls Of Residence: Very high demand for the winter semester

    Places in our student halls of residence in high demand / Waiting list procedure takes effect if too many applications are received The demand for affordable student accommodation is also very high in the winter semester 2022/2023 and the coveted places in our student halls of residence are quickly allocated. In the current allocation phase,…

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