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Studying with Disabilities

Are there aspects of your life that also require some of your attention and time in addition to your studies? In these life situations, studying can be an additional challenge. HU wants fair opportunities for everyone and supports you in successfully organising your studies.

Study family-friendly

Campus Adlershof. Abendsonne, ein Vater tr?gt sein Kind auf den Schultern.
Die Lange Nacht der Wissenschaften auf dem Campus Adlershof. Photo: Stefan Klenke

Are you looking after one or more children? Are you pregnant or are you considering starting a family while still studying? This brings with it numerous demands in everyday life - above all, you need planning security, time and flexibility. Humboldt-Universit?t supports you in a variety of ways to reconcile both.

Caring for relatives

Berlin Mitte. Ein P?rchen f?hrt Fahrrad und h?lt sich dabei an den H?nden.
Photo: Stefan Klenke

Do you look after or care for relatives? If so, you are taking on a responsible task that demands a lot of energy from you alongside your studies. Reconciling caring and studying is not only an organisational challenge, but also a major emotional one. Humboldt-Universit?t responds to this with flexible solutions and counselling services.

Study barrier-free

Ein Fu?boden mit einem Leitsystem für sichteingeschr?nkte Menschen.
Photo: Stefan Klenke

Humboldt-Universit?t supports students with disabilities with counselling and individual compensation for disadvantages. Restrictions in mobility, sight or hearing should not prevent you from studying, nor should chronic or mental illness. You can find a list of our barrier-free access, personal and technical support services here.

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Disadvantage compensation

Disadvantage compensation compensates for disadvantages caused by chronic illnesses, disabilities or family obligations. Those affected can submit an application to extend examination times or deadlines, for example.

Inclusion services

You can apply directly to studierendenWERK for inclusion aids such as personal assistance, communication support or technical assistance. You can find an overview here.

Hardship application

In special cases, prospective students who have not been offered a study place have the opportunity to submit a hardship application.

Service & advice

Studying with an impairment

Do you have questions about studying with a disability and/or chronic illness? Or would you like to make suggestions for improvement, wishes or criticism? Please feel free to contact our team.

Psychological counselling

Whether you have questions about your studies, personal challenges or psychological stress - you don't have to deal with them alone. Our psychological counselling service supports you with personal discussions and group offers.

Counselling on family issues

Pregnancy, maternity leave, parental leave, childcare, time for care, conflicts - at the Centre for Equal Opportunities you will find contact persons for advice and further information.