Schedules and timetables

Building timetables

The subject-specific introductory events provide tips on timetabling as well as module and exam registration to all first-semester students. We therefore strongly recommend that you attend the relevant introductory events.

Of course, everyone wants to know the dates of the seminars and lectures as quick as possible. For this reason, we suggest to check the websites of the faculties and institutes or Stud.IP (the digital course catalogue) from the beginning of September to inform on modules offered and recommended. Many departements also set up special websites for first-semester students. In some degree programmes, students can already view the dates of the courses and register for them via Stud.IP.

The average number of academic hours per week is between 20 and 25. For modularised degree programmes, students should take an average of 30 CP of modules per semester.

Important information

first-semester students on single degree programmes

• Bachelor with 180 CP
• Master with 120 CP
• State examination (except teacher training)

Students on these degree programmes are usually provided with a fixe schedule. This is important, as many internships and laboratory work are involved - especially in natural sciences. Modules often correspond each other. On the positive side, students can graduate within the standard period of study almost without delay.

first-semester students on combined degree programmes

• Bachelor with 120/60 CP or 90/90 CP
• Master 45/75 CP
• Teacher training programmes

Combined degree programmes usually won’t indicate or require ready-made timetables. As a rule, there is corresponding information for each subject on the websites of the respective institutes (study and examination regulations, module handbook, etc.). Any fresher could also find ‘their’ modules in Löwenportal. Students use this information to create their own personal timetable. Freshers may prepare a first draft of their schedule before attending the subject-specific introductory event. Most questions can then be clarified there. If there are any overlaps between courses, the institute’s academic advisors or student councils may advise help in case of doubt.

Timetable counselling for all student teachers

Students studying to become teachers are given important information on timetabling in the introductory events. However, support is also available in the subject-specific events of the individual subjects from student advisors and student councils.

The Centre for Teacher Education (ZLB) offers subject-specific support in terms of planning your schedule. All information can be found at https://www.zlb.uni-halle.de/studium/studienberatung/studienbeginn/

Additionally the tutorial ‘How do I build my timetable?’ is a hepful tool.