Equitable study opportunities
Studying at TU Dresden means that different realities of life, abilities, and needs are taken into account. Inclusion is not an add-on, but part of university quality. TU Dresden is committed to providing study conditions that enable diversity - non-discriminatory, equitable,e and accessible.
Advice centers
- Commissioners for Students with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses Advice on compensation for disadvantages, study organization, and support services.
- Working group "Services Disability and Studies" (AG SBS): Working group to improve study conditions for students with disabilities. Advice for students and lecturers.
- Peer counseling/ISL: exchange at eye level with other students with disabilities or chronic illnesses.
- Student health management: health promotion and prevention services for all students.
- Central Student Advisory Service: General student advisory service, including information on barrier-free study paths.
- ServiceCenterStudium: First point of contact for organizational questions about studying.
- Studentenwerk Dresden: Advice on housing, financing, and psychosocial support.
- Student Council (StuRa): Political representation of students' interests - incl. department for inclusion.
Service and support offers
- Disadvantage compensation regulations for students with disabilities and chronic illnesses: Individual adjustments to examinations and academic achievements.
- Handbook "Studium und Behinderung (ed. Deutsches Studentenwerk) Guide with legal principles and practical tips.
- Inclusion loan pool: Loan of (technical) aids to improve accessibility, e.g., Braille keyboard, FM system, wheelchair, etc.
- TU DresdenWriting Center Support for academic writing - inclusive thinking, taking into account neurodivergent needs (e.g. ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia).
- ERASMUS Social top-up: Additional financial support for stays abroad for students with GdB from 20 or a certified chronic illness.
- Inclusive library - SLUB support services: such as barrier-free literature formats, screen reader workstations, and specialist advice