Offers for international newcomers
Alice Salomon University supports international newcomers in their studies and career entry in Germany with various offers. These services range from advice, support and empowerment to language and specialist courses, skills-oriented workshops and networking events.
Information on all events and offers for international newcomers can be found on Moodle. With the key “newcomer” international students of ASH Berlin can register themselves and exchange offers, requests and information. Register now!
Events for international newcomers in the academic year
| Date | Topic | Target group | Language | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 18.08.25 | Introductory Event Pre-Study Program | Pre-Study Participants | German | Pre-Study Team |
| Mon, 25.08.25 | Start of German Pre-Study Program | Pre-Study Participants | German | Pre-Study Team |
| Wed, 17.09.25; 12:30-13:30 | Get-Together - semester planning | international newcomers (all semesters) | German, English | team for international newcomers |
| Tue, 23.09.25; 16:00-18:00 | Knowing residence law - opening up prospects of staying: Third-country nationals and consolidation of residence | all those interested in the topic at ASH Berlin | German | team for international newcomers with Emily Barnickel from Flüchtlingsrat Berlin e.V. |
| Wed, 08.10.25; 12:30-13:30 | Get-Together - Recognition of academic achievements | international newcomers (all semesters) | German, English | team for international newcomers |
| Tue, 14.10.25; 16:00-18:00 | Know your right of residence - open up your prospects of staying: Härtefallregelungen | alle an der Thematik interessierten an der ASH Berlin | deutsch | team für internationale Newcomerer mit Emily Barnickel vom Flüchtlingsrat Berlin e.V. |
| Wed, 15.10.25; 12:30-13:30 | Tips, tricks and tools for studying and working: Moodle | international newcomers, international alumni | german | team for international newcomers |
| Wed, 22.10.25, 12:30-13:30 | break power: creativity and energy at lunch | international newcomers (all semesters) | German, English | team for international newcomers |
| Mon, 10.11.25; 10:00-13:00 | Career planning from the first semester | international newcomers from the first semester | German | workshop of the team for international newcomers with Extern |
| Tue, 11.11.25; 10:00-13:00 | With a confident voice in your studies and career: Eloquent with an accent | international newcomers (all semesters) | German | workshop of the team for international newcomers with externals |
| Wed, 12.11.25; 12:30-13:30 | Get-Together - Scholarships | international newcomers (all semesters) | German, English | team for international newcomers |
| Sat, 15.11.25; 10:00-14:00 | Working freelance in the SAGE area 1: When is this a good option? | international newcomers from the 3rd semester onwards | German | workshop of the team for international newcomers with ASH alumnus |
| Tue, 18.11.25; 16:00-18:00 | Knowing the right of residence - opening up prospects of staying: further residence permits and transfer options | all those interested in the topic at ASH Berlin | german | team for international newcomers with Emily Barnickel from Flüchtlingsrat Berlin e.V. |
| Wed, 19.11.25; 12:30-13:30 | Tips, tricks and tools for studying and working: time management | international newcomers, international alumni | german | team for international newcomers |
| Wed, 26.11.25; 12:30-13:30 | break power: creativity and energy at lunch | international new | German, English | team for internati |
| Wed, 26.11.25; 13:00-17:00 | Freelance work in the SAGE area 2: Planning and marketing projects | international newcomers from the 3rd semester onwards | german | workshop of the team for international newcomers with ASH alumnus |
| Fri, 28.11.25; 10:00-13:00 | Entering the German Labor Market: build a career from the first semester | international newcomers | english | workshop of the team for international newcomers with Extern |
| Wed, 10.12.25; 12:30-13:30 | Get-Together - end of the year | international newcomers (all semesters) | German, English | team for international newcomers |
| Tue, 16.12.25; 16:00-18:00 | Knowing the right of residence - opening up prospects of staying: Conclusion with open questions | all those interested in the topic at ASH Berlin | German | team for international newcomers with Emily Barnickel from Flüchtlingsrat Berlin e.V. |
| Wed, 17.12.25; 12:30-13:30 | Tips, tricks and tools for studying and working: Excel | international newcomers, international alumni | german | team for international newcomers |
| Wed, 14.01.26; 12:30-13:30 | Get-Together | international newcomers (all semesters) | German, English | team for international newcomers |
| Wed, 21.01.26; 12:30-13:30 | Tips, tricks and tools for studying and working: format templates | international newcomers, international alumni | german | team for international newcomers |
| Wed, 28.01.26, 12:30-13:30 | break power: creativity and energy at lunch | international newcomers (all semesters) | German, English | team for international newcomers |
| Tue, 03.02.26; 10:00-13:00 | With a confident voice in your studies and career: Eloquent with an accent | international newcomers (all semesters) | german | workshop of the team for international newcomers with externals |
| Wed, 11.02.26; 12:30-13:30 | Get-Together | international Newcomers (all semesters) | German, English | team for international Newcomers |
| Wed, 18.02.25; 12:30-13:30 | Tips, tricks and tools for studying and working: networks | international newcomers, international alumni | german | team for international newcomers |
In October, there will once again be a whole series of events for international newcomers on Wednesdays. Register now for our Moodle course (registration code: newcomer) and stay up to date!
Are you one of the international newcomers at the ASH Berlin? Then these events await you in November!
Register now for our Moodle course (registration code: newcomer) and stay up to date!
Every second Wednesday of the month, we invite all international newcomers to ASH Berlin to a get-together in the Future Skills Workspace (K1.02): Here you can discuss all your questions about studying and everyday life at university. Come along and get to know other international newcomers and the university!
Register via the Moodle course for international newcomers (registration code: newcomer) or drop by spontaneously!
Every third Wednesday of the month, we invite all international newcomers to ASH Berlin to an online workshop: Here we want to discuss which tips, tricks and tools can make your life easier when it comes to organizing yourself during your studies and when starting your career. We look forward to hearing from you, your questions and your personal recommendations!
Register now via our Moodle course @international newcomers for any event that interests you. The registration code for the Moodle course is "newcomer":
- Mi, 15.10.25, 12:30-13:30 Uhr - Tipps, Tricks und Tools / Umgang mit Moodle - German
- Tue, 25/10/28, 2:30-4:00 pm - tips, tricks and tools / Moodle - ENGLISH
Registration: https://moodle.ash-berlin.eu/mod/scheduler/view.php?id=673754&forceview=1 (Code: newcomer) - Mi, 19.11.25, 12:30-13:30 Uhr - Tipps, Tricks und Tools / Zeitmanagement - German
- Mi, 17.12.25, 12:30-13:30 Uhr - Tipps, Tricks und Tools / Umgang mit Excel - German
- Mi, 21.01.26, 12:30-13:30 Uhr - Tipps, Tricks und Tools / Umgang mit Formatvorlagen - German
- Mi, 18.02.26, 12:30-13:30 Uhr - Tipps, Tricks und Tools / Netzwerken - German
Do you want more energy and creativity for your everyday life with your studies and/or job? Come to our power break every fourth Wednesday in the Future Skills Workspace (K1.02). Bring something to eat and be surprised how you can recharge your batteries with an active break.
Register via the Moodle course for international newcomers (registration code: newcomer) or drop by spontaneously!
The International Office offers a cultural program and international meet-ups for incoming students. The offers are open to international newcomers.
Study confidently in German!
The following offers are aimed at all international newcomers who would like to improve their language skills in an academic context during their studies and would like support in the use of German as a language of studies:
- Open language group and advice on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in room 236:
Understandig specialist texts and individual questions - Discussion group on Tuesday from 4-6 p.m. in room 232:
Focus on confident speaking and space for exchange - Individual coaching by arrangement
Registration and contact
- If you have any questions about the offer, please contact the lecturer Gudrun Brug: Brug@ASH-Berlin.eu
- Pre-registration for the open language group and the discussion group at Brug@ASH-Berlin.eu is welcome.
Prerequisite for participation
- Open to all international newcomers enrolled at ASH Berlin!
The ASH Language Center offers courses at various levels and in various languages throughout the semester - including German as a foreign language.
The Service Center for Writing and Study Skills supports students with individual counseling and workshops on understanding texts, writing term papers, developing a personal academic language, dealing with AI, research, and time management.
Contact specifically for non-native speakers is Marlene Pardeller: pardeller@ash-berlin.eu.
The writing and speaking workshop, especially for non-first language learners, will take place every Wednesday from 12 to 2 pm in the summer semester 2025.
Advice during studies
Psycho-social counseling is open to all international students at Alice Salomon University and complements the services offered by the Student Advisory Service. We advise and support international newcomers in their studies and everyday life and take into account the special adjustment processes that people with international educational biographies face.
Office hours
- Counseling in person: Tuesday and Wednesday
- Online counseling: Monday to Wednesday
Pre-registration by e-mail via rodriguezf@ash-berlin.eu is required.
In addition to the services offered by the Career Service, the team offers advice for international newcomers on starting a career with a focus on the specifics of the German labor market.
Consultation hours:
- Personal consultation: Wednesday, from 9-11 am
- Online consultation: Friday, from 12 am to 1 pm by appointment in the FITforFUTURE online consultation room
Pre-registration by e-mail at johanna.backes@ash-berlin.eu is necessary.
