Impact of the coronavirus pandemic on students

Last update: 23 August 2021

Semester: 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022
Lecture period: 11 October 2021 to 29 January 2022
Winter break: 19 December 2021 to 2 January 2022

Last update: 15 September 2021

The recently passed 50th Hamburg containment provisions (Hamburgische Eindämmungsverordnung) allow the University to once again offer in-person classes. On the basis of the prevailing statutes, the University has formulated 4 principles for offering in-person classes:

1. You must comply with the 3G rule (vaccinated, recovered, or tested)—you can attend classes in person only if you present proof that you have been vaccinated against, have recovered from, or have tested negatively for the coronavirus.
2. The mandatory 1.5-meter distancing rule is no longer required in classrooms.
3. Everyone is required to wear a medical mask covering their mouth and nose in all buildings and classrooms.
4. The general hygiene regulations (regularly washing hands, observing sneezing and coughing etiquette, etc.) still apply.

Nevertheless, all students should be prepared to participate in in-person classes at the University. In addition to in-person teaching, there will continue to be digital instruction in the winter semester. Thus, you will need to take changing locations into account when planning your semester. Planning the curriculum under pandemic conditions poses a great challenge to everyone. We ask for your understanding if an individual course plan does not fulfill all of your wishes.

Note the following: Teaching staff are not required to provide additional digital courses for students who are not in Hamburg. You can find out whether a course is planned to take place in person or in digital format in the course description in the online course catalog in STiNE.

Of course, this information is subject to developments in the pandemic. Therefore, if stricter protections measures are required in the winter semester (e.g., in compliance with distancing regulations), it will be necessary to return primarily to a digital semester.

Last update: 15 September 2021

Currently, the coronavirus containment regulations in Hamburg stipulate that class attendance or participation in other activities held in closed rooms require proof of a negative coronavirus test, vaccination, or recovery (“3G rule”).

Currently, instructors and/or the people responsible for a given activity check 3G status. For teaching operations in the upcoming winter semester, Universität Hamburg is seeking a centrally organized solution for checking 3G status. Information on the implementation of the 3G rule and the checks that go along with it will be published here in the FAQ at the beginning of October.

Last update: 23 August 2021

Students can register for their courses online in STiNE.

Watch the online information video on registering.

General registration period: 1 September, 9 am, until 16 September, 1 pm
Late registration period 1 September, 9 am, until 16 September, 1 pm

General registration period for first-semester students: 4 October, 9 am, until 7 October, 4 pm

Changes and corrections phase: 11 October, 9 am, until 21 October, 1 pm

Last update: 17 September 2021

When planning their semester during the general registration period, students often register for too many courses to be on the safe side.

You must cancel your registration for courses you are unable to or no longer want to attend as soon as possible and no later than during the changes and corrections phase. This especially applies to courses that take place in person, are in high demand, or limit the number of participants.

Only by canceling your registration does your place become free so that another student can take part.

Last update: 18 June 2021

In principle, summer semester classes will be taught in digital form.

The University has undertaken 3 steps for recommencing in-person courses, which can be conducted in compliance with the specific protective and hygiene measures:

1. Recommencing classes with a focus on practical training or the learning of certain skills that cannot be conducted digitally (e.g., laboratory internships)
2. Recommencing additional courses with a significant practical component (e.g., field training, practical sports courses)
3. Recommencing in-person classes in seminar rooms and lecture halls

Students will be notified by the teaching staff or by the academic office responsible for their degree program about any courses requiring attendance.

Last update: 30 March 2021

Semester start: 1 April 2021
Lecture period: dated 5 April and 10 July 2021
Semester end: 30 September 2021

Last update: 11 December 2020

Unfortunately, as the start of the winter semester was delayed, the Whitsun holidays for 2021 have to be canceled. This is due to the tight time frame available between Easter and the Hamburg school holidays to work in the required 14 weeks of the lecture period.

The Executive University Board is aware that teaching staff and students want and need to be able to spend the school holidays with their children. As the summer holidays in Hamburg begin very early in 2021 also, the Executive University Board decided—when weighing up the Whitsun holidays and summer holidays—to allow for more time in the summer holidays shared by the University and Hamburg’s schools. If the Whitsun holidays had been scheduled, the lecture period would have needed to run until 17 July, which would have taken up all but 2 weeks of the summer holidays.

Last update: 18 June 2021

In-person courses may only be conducted in compliance with the protective and hygiene measures. Because the specific protective measures required for each course with practical components sometimes differ and must be agreed upon with the Occupational Safety and Environmental Protection Unit, students will be notified by the teaching staff about the required measures.

Protective measures include the following:

• Attendance lists must be kept.
• The number of participants may not exceed the room capacities set forth under coronavirus conditions and is limited to 100.
• Testing requirements for courses, field trips, and examinations This does not apply to vaccinated individuals who provide a coronavirus vaccination certificate pursuant to Section 2 subsection 5 of the HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO or to recovered individuals who provide proof of recovery pursuant to Section 2 subsection 6 of the HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO.

Hygiene measures

The University has already implemented comprehensive hygiene measures. Disinfectant dispensers have been placed in all highly-frequented receptions areas at all University locations. In addition, shared-use rooms, such as toilets, will be cleaned more frequently.

To protect against infection, observe the general coughing and sneezing etiquette and maintain personal hygiene—especially with regard to regular (and correct) handwashing. Maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 meters from other people. This also applies to queues and groups of people (e.g., in front of elevators). People with current respiratory infections may not enter University premises.

The relevant hygiene rules are displayed in the entrance areas of all Universität Hamburg buildings.

Wherever possible, avoid physical contact with other employees, students, and patrons. Refrain from standard greetings such as handshaking and hugging. Signs to this effect are displayed throughout the University.

Face masks / respirator masks

In University buildings, you must as a rule wear a medical mask (MNS) or a protective mask of high technical quality. Intentional or negligent violations of this mask requirement constitute an offense pursuant to Section 39 of Hamburg’s ordinance on the containment of SARS-CoV2 (HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO) and may result in a fine.

Upon entering University buildings, employees will be provided a surgical face mask by the University for the respective working day. The building’s custodial staff will hand out the face masks. Employees working in buildings without custodial staff can collect a surgical face mask from a neighboring building with custodial staff or from the concierge at Von-Melle-Park 5. Employees are free to wear their own surgical face mask or respirator (FFP) mask. Lecturers can remove their masks during a lecture, as can students during a presentation.

Medical masks of a comparable standard are also permitted. Labels such as “non-medical use” sometimes appear on packaging due to the export regulations in individual countries. This does not provide any indication of the masks’ protective effect or rule out their use as medical masks within the sense of the ordinance on the containment of SARS-CoV2. The word “sterile” is printed on the packaging of sterile masks.

If you cannot wear a mask covering your mouth and nose due to a disability or for other medical reasons, you are exempt from the face mask requirement. However, you are required to wear a face visor inside University buildings instead.

Where a specific risk assessment has determined that face masks, respirator masks, or disposable gloves are required, these will be provided by the place of work.

Protective and hygiene measures must also be strictly observed during required breaks.

Last update: 18 June 2021

Regular airing contributes to hygiene and better air quality—in closed rooms, the number of pathogens in the air can increase. Frequent airing may reduce the concentration of potentially virus-contaminated aerosols. To air effectively, air more often or for longer periods, or increase overall air volume flow.

In principle, you need to observe a room’s design when airing. There are rooms that can be aired using windows and rooms equipped with ventilation systems.

Rooms with window ventilation

Window ventilation should begin before any activities take place and take place at regular intervals; this is usually every 60 minutes for office spaces. The most effective method is to open windows completely to let in a large surge of air. Keep windows open for anywhere from 3 to 10 minutes in accordance with the weather conditions (take particular note of outdoor temperatures and wind pressure) and local factors. If possible, you can air even more effectively by opening the door.

Furthermore, after windows have been opened completely, they can be kept open at a slight angle to ensure the steady flow of air; this can reduce sudden and temporary increases in the concentration of virus-containing aerosols.

Those using the rooms are obligated to ensure that rooms with windows are properly ventilated. Tips for this are included in the corresponding risk assessment.

Rooms with ventilation systems

All University building ventilation systems use fresh air only. In addition, ventilation systems have been checked to ensure they are in working order. There are a few exceptions where, due to specific requirements (e.g., dryness), 100% fresh air cannot be used—namely, labs and special properties. In these cases, measures—such as additional filters—have been taken in line with the risk assessment to ensure that spaces can be used safely.

Last update: 2 August 2021

Many of you will be familiar with the tools used for digital teaching: they are well established at Universität Hamburg already—for example, various learning management system platforms such as CommSy and OpenOLAT. The exact tools used depend on the specific course. You will find out everything you need to know from your teachers.

Technical requirements

The basic requirement for using Universität Hamburg’s Internet-dependent applications (e.g., email) is a functioning Internet connection (e.g., via a private DSL connection or public Wi-Fi).

The following instructions apply to both Windows and macOS operating systems as well as to both computers and mobile devices (e.g., smartphones).

• Universität Hamburg web portals—for example, STiNE, Sharepoint, Staff Service Portal—can be accessed from any computer with any Internet browser (with your login data). You can also access your student mail address. Just use your surfmail.
• Access to Universität Hamburg offers that are only available via the University’s network (e.g., the library’s electronic journals) is possible outside of the University’s network via a virtual private network (VPN) tunnel with the program Cisco AnyConnect, which you install on your computer and must start along with an existing Internet connection. If in doubt, set up this software as a precaution.

Files

• UHHDisk is a platform that enables you to upload files to access them from home. NB: use your uni username ([BA1] B-Kennung) to sign in. If you still have a user login in the format “uvnv288” (UHH-Kennung), use that login and the corresponding password to sign in.
• With UHHShare, files can be shared for editing by others. NB: use your uni username (B-Kennung) to sign in. If you still have a user login in the format “uvnv288” (UHH-Kennung), use that login and the corresponding password to sign in.

Video conferences

Universität Hamburg also operates 3 video conferencing platforms that are licensed for use by all employees and students:

DFNconf

The German National Research and Education Network (DFN) offers its members (German universities and research institutions) its video conferencing service DFNconf for audiovisual conferencing, streaming, and recording through a private cloud, fully secure and in line with data protection regulations. All employees of Universität Hamburg can log into DFNconf using their uni usernames and invite any Internet users to video or telephone conferences. DFNconf requires only a conventional webcam with an integrated microphone and an audio output device (e.g., headphones or a speaker). It can also use the combined camera, microphone, and speaker systems that are integrated into laptops and smartphones. You can access DFNconf from any web browser or download the free app. Users on telephones or in high-quality conference systems can join calls, too.

DFNconf is currently experiencing an unusually high level of demand, which has had an impact on its performance. The DFN is working on expanding its capacities. It is further planning to incorporate functions akin to those of Zoom into its portfolio and make them available to its member institutions. Universität Hamburg is already pursuing such additions and has acquired licenses.

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams (the successor program of Skype for Business Online) is a collaborative platform that combines text chat with telephone and video conferences and additional functions. All Universität Hamburg staff and students can use it as part of their Office 365 license. Microsoft Teams can be used to organize synchronous, location-independent collaborations. Before you can use the program, register your university email address (forename.surname@uni-hamburg.de) with Microsoft.

Zoom

Zoom is an alternative to DFNconf and Microsoft Teams, both of which are struggling to cope with current levels of demand. It is permissible to use Zoom only by using Universität Hamburg’s Zoom services, which you can access via the University’s Zoom home page. This is the only way to ensure that communication takes place via the server operated by the RRZ and that data remains confidential.

Please adhere to the Instructions for Using the Zoom Video Conference System of 30 July 2021 when using Zoom (regulations on, among other things, limiting the number of participants, deleting minutes, prohibiting recordings, and data protection in general).

NB: data security

• Always think twice before entering your user login (UHH-Kennung) or uni username (B-Kennung) and password into a website. Only do so if you are certain that the website is on the official Universität Hamburg domain. If you suspect that your login information may have been compromised, immediately change your password in the user administration tool or contact the service hotline of the Regional Computing Center (RZZ). Do not forget to enter your mobile phone number into the system to ensure that you can use the password reset process if necessary.
• To prevent attacks on your computer and your data, be especially careful when using email. Think carefully before opening attachments or links in emails or links in attached documents. Sender addresses and email text can be faked. See the information and recommendations provided by the RZZ (PDF). Take note, in particular, of the information about the Emotet malware.

Last update: 6 July 2021

Courses with practical components and laboratory internships may be conducted in person in accordance with the current risk assessment. This also applies to practical sports courses in human movement science.

In-person courses may only be conducted in compliance with the protective and hygiene measures. Because the specific protective measures required for each course with practical components differ considerably and must be agreed upon with the Occupational Safety and Environmental Protection Unit, students will be notified by the teaching staff about the required measures.

In principle, everyone attending, including teaching staff, must regularly take an antigen self-test. This does not apply to vaccinated individuals who provide a coronavirus vaccination certificate pursuant to Section 2 subsection 5 of the HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO or to recovered individuals who provide proof of recovery pursuant to Section 2 subsection 6 of the HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO.

Teaching placements and core internships for teacher training students are to be carried out in accordance with the conditions set by the municipal authority responsible. Universität Hamburg does not prohibit participation.

Last update: 18 June 2021

Field trips can be conducted after course instructors have prepared and agreed upon a risk assessment with the Occupational Safety and Environmental Protection Unit and notified the respective office of the dean.

Field trips may only be conducted in compliance with the protective and hygiene measures. Because the specific measures required for each field trip differ considerably and must be agreed upon with the Occupational Safety and Environmental Protection Unit, students will be notified by the teaching staff about the required measures.

As a general rule, the following applies: Everyone attending, including teaching staff, must regularly take an antigen self-test. This does not apply to vaccinated individuals who provide a coronavirus vaccination certificate pursuant to Section 2 subsection 5 of the HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO or to recovered individuals who provide proof of recovery pursuant to Section 2 subsection 6 of the HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO.

For excursions outside of University locations, the protective and hygiene plans of the external site (e.g., shipping companies for maritime internships) as well as the regulations in the University’s current instructions apply.

For excursions longer than one day, participants must be housed in single rooms. Housing in shared rooms must be determined on a case-by-case basis and depends on the current infection rate and the protective and hygiene measures on-site.

Last update: 18 June 2021

Individual workspaces for students are being prepared and can shortly be booked via the Conference Management and Lecture Hall Allocation Unit’s booking tool. They may only be used under compliance with the protective and hygiene measures. Individual workspaces should be used primarily for the purpose of taking and preparing for examinations.

Also, in the event that students provide proof that they are unable to take part in digital examinations, they should—in individual cases—be provided with a workspace on the University’s premises to take their examinations. Students can register for this through their respective academic office. The Conference Management and Lecture Hall Allocation Unit is responsible for preparing the rooms.

Protective measures:

• For multiple workspaces per room, there must be at least 10 square meters per person, and everyone present must wear a medical face mask or a respirator (FFP) mask covering the mouth and nose for the duration of their stay.
• A minimum distance of 1.5 meters must be guaranteed.
• Sufficient ventilation must be ensured. Particularly in rooms with window ventilation, begin by opening windows before any activities take place and also at regular intervals; this is usually every 60 minutes for office spaces.
• Workspaces must be cleaned and/or disinfected before and after each use.

Last update: 18 June 2021

All advising services, including scheduled office hours, will continue to be provided via telephone, videoconference, or email for the time being.

The Campus Center at Alsterterrasse 1 will remain closed to the public until further notice. Please contact staff in writing or by telephone.

Last update: 8 June 2020

Teachers and students may contact the Office for Students with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses (website in German only) and the Family Office if they have any questions. Find more advice and information in this comprehensive handout (PDF).

Last update: 15 June 2021

Students can book and work at individual workspaces in the University’s departmental libraries using a digital booking tool.

When entering a library, and throughout your stay, you must wear a medical mask or respirator (FFP) mask that covers your nose and mouth, including at your individual workspace. Contact tracing for people physically in attendance will occur by means of an online tool or attendance sheets.

After 22 May 2021, you do not need proof of a negative coronavirus test to enter the library pursuant to the amended general ruling on the containment of SARS-CoV-2 in Hamburg (Hamburgische SARS-CoV-2-Eindämmungsverordnung).

Consult the websites of the various departmental and institute libraries for their individual regulations and to book a time slot. 

In general, much library material is available online (eBooks and eJournals) and can thus be accessed by students where and when they wish. To conduct a literature search, use Katalogplus. This lists all print and electronic media.

International students at Universität Hamburg who have not entered the country can use the University’s digital library services via VPN or with an “e-only status.” You can use the library system even if you do not yet have a residence permit. See the FAQs on the State and University Library Carl von Ossietzky (“Stabi”) pages or the student council (“AStA”) pages for international students (in German).

Last update: 15 June 2021

See the  Covid-19 FAQ of the State and University Library Carl von Ossietzky (in German) for information about working at the library and borrowing and returning materials.

In general, much library material is available online (eBooks and eJournals) and can thus be accessed by students where and when they wish. To conduct a literature search, use Katalogplus. This lists all print and electronic media.

International students at Universität Hamburg who have not entered the country can use the University’s digital library services via VPN or with an “e-only status.” You can use the library system even if you do not yet have a residence permit. See the FAQs on the State and University Library Carl von Ossietzky (“Stabi”) pages or the student council (“AStA”) pages for international students (in German).

Last update: 23 August 2021

Semester reenrollment for Winter Semester 2021/22 will proceed as usual upon transfer of the semester contribution by 1 October 2021.

Last update: 7 January 2021

Students affected by these conditions automatically receive a 6-month extension. They do not need to submit a request and, provided they reenroll for the semester as usual, will remain enrolled. The deadline to submit proof of the first degree has been extended to 30 September 2021. 

Last update: 23 August 2021

The bridge funding from the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) has been reactivated from November 2020 to the end of September 2021 to provide immediate relief to those students who can prove acute, pandemic-related financial need. The application and review process in the new round of bridge funding has been adjusted and made easier, to allow all students—including first-semester students—more easily demonstrate pandemic-related need with less red tape.

Domestic and international students enrolled at a public or state-recognized university in Germany can apply for bridge funding. Students already drawing on loans, scholarships, or similar in the month in question can nonetheless receive bridge funding. Depending upon need, anywhere from €100 to €500 can be paid out monthly as a non-refundable subsidy. Students must apply online. Studierendenwerk Hamburg also provides information in its FAQs.

The new round of non-refundable bridge funding replaces the interest-free loan from the Hamburger Hilfsfonds that was available from the end of October.

In case of hardship (e.g., loss of a job), you can also withdraw for Winter Semester 2021/22 and then enroll again (without having to reapply) in Summer Semester 2022. To enroll again, you will need to submit proof of hardship (for example, a termination notice from your employer). Bear in mind that even temporary withdrawal will result in the loss of your student status. This may have a substantial impact on other matters (for example, social security, labor law, residence status). Make sure to contact the the respective institutions for information before withdrawing

Last update: 27 March 2020

If necessary, Universität Hamburg will issue confirmation indicating the period in which exams and course attendance were not possible.

No disadvantages with regard to BAföG due to coronavirus

As soon as educational institutions offer online courses to ensure that teaching continues, you must take part in these courses in accordance with the BAföG funding guidelines.

If you still experience a delay that you cannot make up in the course of your studies, you can formally request an assessment by the BAföG authorities to see if you can be granted a BAföG extension or earn your course certificates later.

Read more on the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) pages.

The Studierendenwerk Hamburg provides information on the federal student loan scheme (BAföG) and relevant advice services in its own FAQ.

Last update: 23 August 2021

People entering Germany from abroad must inform themselves about the current requirements regarding testing, providing proof of a negative test, vaccination, or recovery, and quarantining in their federal state. Anyone returning from a high-risk region or a region of a variant of concern must report their return in advance and enter quarantine. Find the up-to-date regulations on testing; providing proof of a negative test, vaccination, or recovery; and quarantining on the Federal Foreign Office website.

See the RKI’s current list of high-risk areas. See the Federal Ministry of Health website for more information.

For students in regions of a variant of concern, travel to Germany has been possible since 1 August 2021 with a conditional or unconditional acceptance letter from Universität Hamburg. This also applies if, for example, a language course, internship, or Studienkolleg precedes the student’s studies.

Last update: 23 August 2021

People entering Germany from abroad must inform themselves about the current requirements regarding testing, providing proof of a negative test, vaccination, or recovery, and quarantining in their federal state. Anyone returning from a high-risk region or a region of a variant of concern must report their return in advance and enter quarantine. Find the up-to-date regulations on testing; providing proof of a negative test, vaccination, or recovery; and quarantining on the Federal Foreign Office website.

See the RKI’s current list of high-risk areas. See the Federal Ministry of Health website for more information.

For students in regions of a variant of concern, travel to Germany has been possible since 1 August 2021 with a conditional or unconditional acceptance letter from Universität Hamburg. This also applies if, for example, a language course, internship, or Studienkolleg precedes the student’s studies.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many student jobs have disappeared. International students especially should check whether they can finance their studies in Hamburg even without a part-time job. Contact the Campus Center if you have more questions. In urgent cases, contact the advising service for international students directly(international.student.support.uhh"AT"uni-hamburg.de).

Last update: 30 October 2020

Apply by email to extend your permit before it lapses! Contact your local registration office for foreigners.

Your permit remains valid until the registration office makes a decision on your application (presumption of law pursuant to Section 81 subsection 4 of the Act on the Residence, Economic Activity and Integration of Foreigners in the Federal Territory [Residence Act]). Probationary certificates in paper form are now being issued again. If you leave the territory of the Federal Republic of Germany without a valid residence permit or probationary certificate, you may not simply return.

Please check any recent changes online.

Contact the Campus Center if you have more questions. In urgent cases, email the advising service for international students(international.student.support.uhh"AT"uni-hamburg.de) directly.

Last update: 23 August 2021

In principle, it is possible to begin in-person studies at a later date. Ask your academic office about delayed entry to the country, and arrange an individual study plan. Many courses will take place digitally in Winter Semester 2021/22.

International students at Universität Hamburg who have not entered the country can use the University’s digital library services via VPN or with an “e-only status.” You can use the library system even if you do not yet have a residence permit. See the FAQs on the State and University Library Carl von Ossietzky (“Stabi”) pages or the student council (“AStA”) pages for international students (in German).

Last update: 12 March 2021

Generally, students are not obliged under examination law to complete their studies within the regular period of study. The regular period of study does not place any requirements on students on the part of the University; rather, it requires the University to design degree programs and curricula in such a way that students can complete their studies within the regular period of study (cf. Section 53 subsection 2 of the Hamburg higher education act [Hamburgisches Hochschulgesetz, HmbHG]). The HmbHG allows for consequences for students only if they have long exceeded the regular period of study.

Universität Hamburg has informed all students that they will not be held to account for delays to the course of their studies that result from the coronavirus pandemic. The duration of the pandemic has resulted in delays to the course of studies, particularly practical courses that cannot be conducted digitally, which may mean that it is no longer possible for students to complete their studies in the standard period of study.

Last update: 23 August 2021

The amended regular period of study at Hamburg’s higher education institutions was also extended for Summer Semester 2021. Students receiving financial support under the federal student loan scheme (BAföG) were granted an extension of their funding period if their studies were delayed by the pandemic. The reason for this is that the 2021 summer semester started largely in digital form in April due to the concerning infection rate at that time.

Last update: 24 March 2020

With immediate effect, requests that a student attend subject advising because they have exceeded the regular period of study (as per Section 51 subsection 2 of the Hamburg higher education act (Hamburgisches Hochschulgesetz, HmbHG)) and requests by the faculty to make an appointment for subject advising for the same reason are deemed without purpose. Faculties will write to students again when the situation allows. Students will not be forced to withdraw from their studies.

Last update: 26 August 2020

Activities that could not be completed due the corona crisis (for example, internships), should be continued after the crisis ends or as soon as possible where compliance with the respective guidelines issued by the health authorities can be ensured.

Under certain circumstances, students may have fulfilled their qualification objectives within the shortened period. Such instances are to be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This could be the case, for example, if the student was very close to completing an internship or similar course. This would be the exception rather than the rule, however. All decisions must ensure that the binding qualification objectives set forth in the module descriptions have been achieved and all other guidelines have been observed. Otherwise, an internship or similar format cannot be deemed as successfully completed. Of course, no student will be required to restart their internship or any other course from the beginning once the crisis ends. Any completed study time and coursework must be duly recognized.

Last update: 6 July 2021

Oral, practical, and written examinations may be held in digital form or in person. In-person examinations must be conducted in compliance with current risk assessments.

For these examinations, the following protective measures apply (in addition to the general hygiene regulations):

• Students may take examinations in person only if they present proof of a negative coronavirus test (test certificate from an authorized center attesting to a negative PCR test result in the previous 48 hours or a negative antigen rapid test in the previous 24 hours).

• Proof of a negative coronavirus test is akin to the submission of a coronavirus vaccination certificate pursuant to Section 2 subsection 5 of the ordinance on the containment of SARS-CoV2 (HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO) or proof of recovery pursuant to Section 2 subsection 6 of the HmbSARS-CoV-2-EindämmungsVO.

• As a rule, everyone present during the entire stay in the room must wear a medical mask to cover their mouth and nose or a respirator (FFP) mask.

• Attendance lists need to be kept.

• A minimum distance of 1.5 meters must be guaranteed.

• The number of participants may not exceed the room capacities set forth under coronavirus conditions.

In the event that students provide proof that they are unable to take part in digital examinations, they should—in individual cases—be provided with a workspace on the University’s premises to take their examinations. Students can register for this through their respective academic office. The Conference Management and Lecture Hall Allocation Unit is responsible for preparing the rooms.

Last update: 18 June 2021

When you register for term papers, final theses, or other written examinations, you do so in awareness of the restrictions resulting from the current situation. Registration during the period that these restrictions apply to does not constitute grounds for requesting a blanket deadline extension. The rules for compensating for disadvantages remain unaffected.

Last update: 24 March 2020

Due to the closure of academic offices to the public, work should be submitted by post and/or by email. At the moment, the only option available to academic offices is electronic confirmation of submissions sent via email. If you are required to submit written work with a declaration of oath, send the work via email and include the signed oath as a PDF. Submitting written work digitally may also enable evaluators to assess your work earlier. If you can no longer send your work in the post, you can submit the print version at a later date. If you submit via email, you must adhere to the deadline. Contact the academic office responsible for your degree program to find out about their preferred procedure.

Last update: 26 August 2020

If you have any questions about withdrawing from examinations, contact the respective academic office.

Last update: 6 July 2021

Students who wish to see their examination results should contact their academic office for clarification.

Last update: 18 June 2021

Universität Hamburg buildings are open but may only be entered for compelling reasons (e.g., to take an in-person examination, to visit a library, or to use an individual workspace).

The Campus Center at Alsterterrasse 1 will remain closed to the public until further notice. Please contact staff in writing or by telephone.

Last update: 16 July 2021

The following events are permitted:

Committee meetings

• student representative committee meetings
• AStA and student parliament meetings

Student events

• discussion events
• lectures
• information sessions
• student seminars
• reading groups/evenings
• lectures
• workshops
• film screenings

To register an event:

• You must submit an application to use a room or space at least three weeks before the planned event to the Conference Management and Lecture Hall Allocation Unit (Team TH) by email to: veranstaltungsplanung"AT"uni-hamburg.de.
• The Conference Management and Lecture Hall Allocation Unit will give permission to use a room upon consideration of the available capacity of the room, the ability to ensure room-specific protective and hygiene measures, including cleaning and airing, and the availability of a specific risk assessment.
• Organizers must send attendance lists immediately following the course or event to teilnehmerliste.th"AT"uni-hamburg.de.
• The list of participants will be stored for a maximum of 4 weeks for infection tracing purposes.

Last update: 16 December 2020

See the Studierendenwerk Hamburg website for details of which cafés, student cafeterias, and pizzerias will be open.

The counseling centers for student financing, housing, and social and international affairs, as well as the federal student loan scheme offices in Grindelallee and Nagelsweg, will be closed to visitors until further notice. Contact us by telephone or email or use BAföG-online.

The Studierendenwerk Hamburg provides information on all available services in its own FAQ.

Last update: 6 July 2021

University Sports can resume sports activities with some restrictions. The protective and hygiene measures set forth in Appendix 15 of the instructions apply. Visit the University Sports web pages for information on the sports courses currently being offered.

Last update: 18 June 2021

Rehearsals for University Music or the University’s theater groups may take place in compliance with the defined protective and hygiene measures. Furthermore, Section 19 subsection 2 of the containment regulations are to be observed.

Last update: 18 June 2021

University museums and collections can start to operate again in compliance with containment regulations and if the operating conditions have been created in accordance with the risk assessment. The Loki Schmidt Garden is open to the public. The defined hygiene regulations apply.