30. March 2023

Doors wide open: University inspires over 750 guests

Diverse program and high response at the Open University Day

Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences can look back on a successful Open University Day. Last weekend, over 750 prospective students and their parents visited the two campuses in Zittau and Görlitz to find out about the wide range of courses on offer and campus life.

Visitors had the opportunity to take advantage of the extensive program on offer at both campuses. The Zittau campus offered guided tours of laboratories, lectures and workshops, among other things. The Görlitz campus also presented itself with a wide range of events that offered a comprehensive insight into the courses on offer and the university's facilities. Rector Alexander Kratzsch was delighted with the great response:

"We are delighted with the large number of prospective students and their families who visited our Open University Day. This shows that our university is perceived as an attractive place to study and that there is great interest in our wide range of courses."

More than 130 dedicated employees from the faculties, institutes, administration and staff units helped to make the day an experience for the more than 750 visitors. Prospective students from Berlin, Brandenburg, Thuringia, Bavaria, Saxony-Anhalt, Saxony as well as Poland and the Czech Republic were guests, which underlines the great appeal of the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences beyond the borders of the federal state and the federal states.

In addition to the presentation of the degree programs, interested parties were also able to have personal discussions with university lecturers, students and staff, thus obtaining valuable first-hand information. The Student Advisory Service also offered individual counseling sessions to help students choose a course and answer questions about their studies.

Studentenwerk Dresden was on site and offered detailed advice on financing options and housing in Zittau and Görlitz to help prospective students get off to a smooth start to their studies.

Another highlight of the day was the culinary offer, which was organized in cooperation with regional partners and the student council. Visitors had the opportunity to enjoy regional specialties and chat about studying and life in Zittau and Görlitz over a relaxed get-together.

The campus tours gave prospective students a comprehensive insight into the university's premises and facilities. In addition, city tours were also offered, giving guests the opportunity to get to know the cultural and historical features of the two cities. In Görlitz, for example, there was an alternative city tour led by members of RABRYKA (Center for Youth and Socioculture). This special tour allowed participants to experience the city from a different perspective.

The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is delighted with the positive feedback from visitors and sees the successful Open University Day as confirmation of its continuous work to increase the attractiveness and quality of its study programs.

Prospective students who missed the Open University Day still have several opportunities to get to know Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences in person.

Personal opportunities to get to know each other: Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences represented at numerous trade fairs

Various trade fairs offer prospective students an excellent opportunity to get to know Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences in person. Over the next few months, the university will be represented at several trade fairs, including Konventa in Löbau on May 13 and Insider on June 10, Vocatium in Leipzig/Halle from May 9 to 10, in Regensburg on July 5 and 6, in Dresden on June 13 and 14, and in Magdeburg from May 27 to 28. From 23 to 24 September, interested parties will have the opportunity to talk directly to staff and students at the university and find out about the various courses on offer and campus life.

Girls'Day: Get to know Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences live on site

Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is once again inviting girls to Girls' Day on April 27 this year. On this nationwide career orientation day for girls from the fifth grade onwards, the university offers an exciting program where schoolgirls can get to know the university and gain initial experience in technical and scientific fields.

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Individual advice: Personal appointments at the university to get to know each other

Alternatively, they can simply send an email to studierhier(at)hszg.de or send a message to the WhatsApp number 0173 2086748 to arrange a personal meeting at the university. The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is looking forward to advising prospective students individually in this way and helping them make decisions about studying and campus life.

The successful Open University Day illustrates the commitment and cooperation of all those involved, who contributed to offering prospective students and their families an informative and inspiring day. The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences would like to thank all those involved and looks forward to the next event, when it will open its doors to future students.

Photo: M.A. Antje Pfitzner
M.A.
Antje Pfitzner
Office of University Development and Communication
02763 Zittau
Theodor-Körner-Allee 16
Building Z I, Room 1.65
1st floor
+49 3583 612-4560