New at RPTU?
The start of your studies marks a new chapter in your life. So you probably have a lot of questions. What formalities do I need to complete before starting my studies? Where do I get my student ID? How do I get digital access to information or set up my e-mail account? What introductory and familiarization events and other support services are available for first-semester students at RPTU? How do I create my timetable?
We have compiled the necessary information here to ensure that your start at RPTU goes smoothly.
First steps
First semester events
AI compass
Start your studies with the AI Compass at RPTU! You will be immersed in the world of artificial intelligence right from the start: You will learn technical basics, discuss ethical issues and use AI tools in practice. Interdisciplinary, close to research and future-oriented.
The course takes place as part of the introductory and orientation activities (preliminary courses, orientation weeks) and is offered as a face-to-face format with supplementary online offerings.
Student representatives
are student representatives of the respective subject / department elected by students, similar to a student council. The student council is often abbreviated to "Fachschaft".
They are a good first point of contact for questions about your own subject or the organization of your studies. Student councils also mediate between students and lecturers and organize various events for students.
Student councils
Create timetable
You put together your own timetable in KIS / KLIPS. Information and support on which courses are best taken in the first semester can be found in the first semester events.
For the first timetable you will need
- Module handbooks of the subjects (overview of which courses are available)
- KIS / KLIPS(current course catalog + booking)
Mathematics pre-courses
The goal of the preparatory courses is to bring students’ prior academic knowledge up to the required level and, in particular, to provide the mathematical tools that are expected early on in courses outside the field of mathematics. You’ll also have the opportunity to make your first connections and form study groups.
Kaiserslautern
The mathematics preparatory course begins on October 1, 2026. You can find all information about the course and registration here.
Landau
The preparatory mathematics course begins on September 29, 2026. You can find all the information and the registration link here.
All information for first-year students at a glance
- Information for LandauDownload 14 MB
- Information about KaiserslauternDownload 16 MB
Campus life
What makes RPTU special? Not only studying and research, but also a unique campus life! Whether Kaiserlautern or Landau - we do everything we can to make you feel at home at RPTU. From culture to sports and wellness to student associations, you will find suggestions for your leisure activities and student involvement here.
And how do students experience their time at RPTU? What makes their studies special? How do they get involved at their university? You can find out in our "Stories" section. Here we also show you what RPTU has to offer to support you in your everyday student life.
Contact points
>> StudentServiceCenter
Our Student Service Centers provide support for all questions relating to your studies.
>> Computer Center
The computer center supports digital access to RPTU - from accounts to e-mail and software.
>> University Library
In addition to print and e-literature for studying, the UniBib also offers courses under the motto "fit to study".
>>General Students' Committee Kaiserslautern
>>General Students' Committee Landau
The AStA represents the interests of students towards the university, politics and society.
>> Student councils
The student councils are contact points organized by students for subject-related matters concerning their studies.