We build you a bridge between school and university!
Are you drawing a blank when it comes to study and career orientation? You have no idea what to expect and what you should look out for?

We want to support you with our mentoring program:
Mentoring is a highly personalized relationship between an experienced person (mentor) and a somewhat less experienced person (mentee). The primary focus is on the needs of the mentee, but this does not exclude the opportunity for both parties to share their knowledge and experiences during the mentoring period. Communication between the mentee and the mentor is at the core of mentoring. It all revolves around passing on knowledge and experience. Mentoring is a personal learning process that takes place in a safe environment. The relationship between the two partners is voluntary and should proceed on the basis of equality and trust, despite differences in age and experience.

It is crucial to note that the development of the relationship does not come about by the mentor presenting the mentee with pre-made solutions, but by jointly discussing and critically observing the mentee’s expectations and perceptions.

And you can make use of our Study Bridge from home if Dresden is too far away to visit!

Are you looking for mentoring in one of these fields of study? Then you’re in the right place!

Mathematics and Natural Science

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Engineering Science

Humanities and Social Sciences

Medicine

Teacher Training

Study Bridge is open to all pupils in grades 10 to 13 who attend a Gymnasium secondary school in a region surrounding Dresden and want to study at university.
The program is free of charge and you can register at any time. Our courses are offered each semester in spring (starting in April) and in fall (starting in November).

All you need to do is read through our  terms and conditions, print out the registration form, fill it out and if you are under 18, have your parent or guardian sign it for you.  Then send the registration form back to us via email or post. You’ll find our contact details at the end of this page.

If you are still unsure after completing the program, you can register again – you can participate in the program as many times as you like.

Are you a young woman attending a school in Dresden and you want to know more about pursuing a degree in science? Then take a look at our mentoring program for girls!

Within 7 days, you will get a confirmation from us that we received your application and we will invite you to the next kick-off event at TU Dresden.

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At the event, you can expect a program orientation and you will receive initial information on your chosen degree program. You will also get to know all of the other program participants and many of our student mentors.

At the end of the event, one of our experienced students will be assigned as your mentor and you can design your personal mentoring program as suits both of you.
During the next six months (for the duration of a semester) you can either meet up online or you could come to the university when you have time and participate in a few events.

You and your mentor can plan the program as best suits you both. Meet whenever you both feel like it and have time – this could be in the afternoon or during school vacations. Would you like to visit a lecture in the morning with your mentor? Let us know about  10 days in advance, and we can provide you with a certificate of participation to submit to your school.

After completing the program, you’ll get a certificate from us!

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Work together with your mentoring partner to set up your own personal mentoring program. Define the goals of your mentoring program and discuss how much time you can and want to invest.  Keep your schedule in mind – you still need to leave enough time for your schoolwork and hobbies.
 

Our recommendations for your personal mentoring program:

• Discuss topics relevant to your chosen program
• Discuss how to start, pursue, and organize your chosen program
• Get to know TU Dresden’s campus and visit a Faculty you’re interested in
• Visit a lecture or seminar – either in person or online
• Visit the SLUB and the Mensa canteens

Our mentors are friendly, dedicated young women who are eager to help you decide what to study. 

• We know each mentor personally.
• They have all been trained and prepared for mentoring.
• They serve as volunteers.
• They are familiar with your chosen program – with all of its ups and downs –
• and can provide you with insider tips if you end up studying at TU Dresden.
• They are ready to answer all of your questions. (There is no such thing as a stupid question!)

You will receive the following documents from us:

• Guidelines for a successful mentoring program
• TU Dresden study program flyer with relevant information on your chosen program
• Your mentor’s study schedule / timetable
• Flyer on degree program types, such as Bachelor’s, Master’s, and state examinations
• Program participation certificates so that you can be released from class at your school
• 5 MINT-EC points if you attend a MINT-EC school
• Certificate from TU Dresden for participating in the program

Further resources:
Checklist on financing your studies
Information on the Deutschlandstipendium scholarship
Links to major scholarship programs

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Find out about today’s exciting topics in the world of science. Gain direct insight into TU Dresden’s latest research projects and chat with researchers. Experience the world of science for yourself!

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Attend an excursion to one of TU Dresden’s research facilities. You will gain fascinating insights into the world of work and research and will be much better equipped to gauge what life might be like after completing your studies.

Possible excursions:

• Visit selected Collaborative Research Centers
• Visit the A 320 flight simulator at the Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences
• Visit the train simulator at the Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences
• Visit the low-speed wind tunnel at the Faculty of Mechanical Science and Engineering
• Visit the Chair of Foundations in Art and Architecture at the Faculty of Architecture
• Visit the LernLaborsFarbe (“Learning-Lab-Color”) lab at the Faculty of Education
• Visit the Medical Interprofessional Training Center at the Faculty of Medicine
• Visit the DLR School Lab
• and much more...

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Hone your skills for a good start to your studies and discuss various topics with students and researchers. You can participate in the following workshops and networking events:

• Resilience training for women – How can I manage challenging situations?
• Self-management – time management and work strategies
• Student financing in collaboration with Studentenwerk Dresden – from BAföG to scholarships How much does a degree program cost and how can I finance this?
• “Fit for Abi” or “How will I survive this?”
• Fireside chat with students and researchers 

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Discover the uni’s campus during Dresden Science Night or on UNI-DAY. Get up close and personal with research!

The Study Bridge for school pupils is a cooperation program of TU Dresden and TUDIAS. In addition, we are a member of Forum Mentoring and the Lise Mentoring Network.

Saxony's Higher Education Pact Funding is used to support pupils from rural areas throughout Saxony, preferably virtually.