# Counseling and Service
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**Parent**: https://tu-dresden.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/internationales?set_language=en
Whether you have questions about choosing or deciding on a course of study, have specific questions about studying with an impairment, want to combine your studies with family responsibilities, or are planning to study at the TUD as an international student - this will provide an overview of suitable services and opportunities for counseling for all stages of your studies.
**All offers can also be found in the [Counseling Compass](https://tu-dresden.de/studium/beratungskompass).**
## Table of contents
1. 1. [First information](#section-1)
2. [Counseling for Choosing a Study Program](#section-2)
3. [Application, admission requirements, admission](#section-3)
4. [International applicants](#section-4)
5. [Studying without high school diploma (Abitur)](#section-5)
6. [Studying with disabilities](#section-6)
7. [Studying with family](#section-7)
## First information
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The **ServiceCenterStudies (SCS)**is your central point of contact for all general questions regarding your studies at TU Dresden. We will try to answer all your questions and/or will forward your questions directly to the right contact person at our various service desks and departments. [ServiceCenterStudies](https://tu-dresden.de/studium/im-studium/beratung-und-service/servicecenterstudium)
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ServiceCenterStudies
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Visiting address:
SCS-Servicepoint
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im Foyer des Fritz-Foerster-Baus
Mommsenstr. 6
01069
Dresden
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Postal address:
TUD Dresden University of Technology
Dezernat 8
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ServiceCenterStudies
01062
Dresden
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SCS Service Hotline
Office hours:
Monday:
: 08:30 - 16:00
Tuesday:
: 08:30 - 18:00
Wednesday:
: 08:30 - 16:00
Thursday:
: 08:30 - 18:00
Friday:
: 08:30 - 13:00
Office hours by phone:
Monday:
: 09:00 - 15:00
Tuesday:
: 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday:
: 09:00 - 15:00
Thursday:
: 09:00 - 18:00
Friday:
: 09:00 - 13:00
## Counseling for Choosing a Study Program
Central Student Information and Counseling Service – There for you from start to finish.
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What are my interests and talents? How do I picture my future profession? Which courses suit me best? The choice is a long and often difficult process. In order to orientate and find the appropriate study path, the **Central Student Information and Counseling Service (Zentrale Studienberatung)** supportsall prospective students with counseling, information and projects.\
[Counseling for Choosing a Study Program](https://tu-dresden.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/beratung-und-service/studienwahl)
**[Tips for study orientation in the WhatsApp channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbB2sv0GJP8C4hnL7D3C)**
## Application, admission requirements, admission
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Is there an NC for my course of study? By when do I have to apply? What are the requirements for my desired degree program? The **Admissions Office** provides information on application, admission requirements, admission and enrollment.\
[Admissions Office](https://tu-dresden.de/studium/im-studium/beratung-und-service/immatrikulationsamt?set_language=en)
**For special target groups, there are the following additional services:**
## International applicants
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For international students, much is new and especially different in comparison to their home countries. The **International Office** informs you about required language qualifications, accepted high school diplomas for the enrolment, available scholarship programs and answers further questions about studying in Germany.\
[International applicants](https://tu-dresden.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/beratung-und-service/internationale-bewerber)\
## Studying without high school diploma (Abitur)
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If you have undergone vocational training and would like to study at TU Dresden without a high school diploma, there are several ways. In an individual consultation with the **Central Student Information and Counseling Service (Zentrale Studienberatung)**, you can ask questions regarding studies, learn about the challenges of everyday life at the university and evaluate your options.\
[Studying without a high school diploma (Abitur)](https://tu-dresden.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/beratung-und-service/studieren-ohne-abitur)
## Studying with disabilities
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If you are health impaired (disability or chronic illness), often specific questions and topics arise during the decision to study, the planning of studies and the preparation. Numerous support and counseling services are available for you in order to assure equal participation in the studies at TU Dresden.\
[Studying with disabilities](https://tu-dresden.de/studium/rund-ums-studium/studieren-mit-beeintraechtigung/index)
## Studying with family
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Studying with children and/or dependent family members requires strenght, good time-management and the courage to set priorities. Since 2007, TU Dresden has been certified as a family-friendly university. We are glad to support you with numerous counseling and service offers, in order for you to reconcile your academic life with your family.\
[Studying with familiy](https://tu-dresden.de/tu-dresden/universitaetskultur/diversitaet-inklusion/familienfreundlichkeit/index)