Central Student Counseling

Personalized counseling on questions and concerns related to college and academic decisions.

We're here to support you.

The Central Student Counseling Office (ZSB) at RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau is a professional advising center for all questions related to your studies. Whether you’re interested in studying at our university, are already in the middle of your studies, or are about to graduate— we’re here for you.

Our goal is

  • to support you in finding your way before and during your studies,
  • to work with you to develop a suitable solution,
  • to guide you through challenging situations and/or connect you with appropriate resources .

 

Topics we provide counseling on include

  • Academic orientation and choosing a major
  • Admission and starting your studies
  • Getting started with your studies
  • Changing majors and reorientation
  • Academic Progress and Prospects
  • Transition to the Workforce and Career Paths

How We Provide Consulting Services

Information on Consultations and How to Contact Us

Are you a student at RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau with a question or concern about your studies? If so, feel free to take advantage of our walk-in office hours, either in person or online. The open office hours are particularly well-suited for brief and organizational matters. You can simply drop by without an appointment or schedule one on-site.

In person
Monday10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Online
Thursday1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

You can find all the information about our office hours or any last-minute changes here.

You can schedule an individual counseling appointment with us at any time. Please use our contact forms (see below), and we’ll get back to you with a suggested appointment time. Individual counseling appointments can be held by phone, online, or in person. Each appointment lasts up to 45 minutes. We’ll take the time to address your personal concerns regarding your studies and work with you to develop a solution. For more complex issues, we’ll be happy to schedule a follow-up appointment. If you’d like, you’re welcome to bring a trusted person with you to the meeting.

We share GIBeT e.V.’s approach to counseling.

  • All concerns are handled confidentially, impartially, and without preconceptions
  • Counseling is voluntary and free of charge for those seeking advice
  • We take a client-centered approach—your personal concerns are our top priority
  • Together, we strive to develop a strategy for finding a solution so that you can make an informed decision

Open Office Hours - Latest Information

Dear Students,

Please note the following change:

On October 12, 2026, October 14, 2026, and November 18, 2026, there will be no open office hours at either location .

You can still request an appointment using the contact forms.

Thank you for your understanding!

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Use our target-group-specific offerings as a guide

Wie finde ich den passenden Studiengang für mich? HIer finden Sie hilfreiche Tipps sowie Beratungsangebote, die Sie bei Ihrer Studienentscheidung unterstützen können.

The ZSB Team

Denise Scharwatz

Director of the Central Student Counseling Office

Tamara Tschersich

Student Advising Office, Landau

Dominik Geissler

Student Advising Office, Kaiserslautern

Anna-Lena Hebel

School Contacts

Contact us

ZSB in Kaiserslautern

Erwin-Schrödinger-Straße
Building: 37
67663 Kaiserslautern

ZSB in Landau

Marktstraße 40
Room: 009
76829 Landau