Dropout? Doubt?
On this page you will find important information on the subject of university dropouts including counselling and support offers.
Perspective Counselling
Do you have doubts about your studies and are not sure whether you want to continue studying? You don't know what alternatives you have after dropping out of your studies? We will be happy to support you in your decision and advise you on your options for action. The counselling is confidential, value-neutral and independent.
If you consider continuing your studies but changing your subject or university, feel free to contact the General Counselling Service.
When: Monday–Thursday by appointment
Where:?phone or Zoom, with or without video
How: Write us your request and possible time slots to: studienabbruch@hu-berlin.de
Please note the information on Zoom and data protection.
When:?Tuesday–Thursday by appointment
Where: main building, Unter den Linden 6
How: Write us your request and possible time slots to: studienabbruch@hu-berlin.de
Self-assess your dropout risk
The online self-assessment tool is designed for students to identify their individual drop out risk. The assessment might help you to deliberate your situation. You can consider bringing along your results to the counselling.
It also offers detailed feedback and an e-learning center on motivation, academic resilience, self-regulated learning, social networks and personal career management. Furthermore, it offers useful orientation for students who have already decided on dropping out of university.
Information
Tools & support
- Tree of perspectives: Vizualization tool for possible options when considering dropping out (in German)
- FAQ: The Psychological Study Counselling on study problems (in German)
- University Health Management (Hochschulisches Gesundheitsmanagement): Studying healthily (in German)
Frequently asked questions
It makes sense to think carefully about the decision to drop out. To do this, it is helpful to know the causes of the current unsatisfactory situati