Study and family

Existing offers
  • Childcare for students at the Zittau campus provided by the “Knirpshausen e.V.” childcare center, located in the immediate vicinity of the university
  • Priority consideration for student parents when registering for events with limited enrollment
  • Option to take a vacation semester in the event of pregnancy or parental leave
  • More flexible exam and coursework arrangements during the vacation semester. Students may attend classes and, upon request, also take exams
  • Extensions for exam deadlines (submit a request)
  • Online courses may also be offered upon consultation with the relevant official
  • In special cases, individual study plans (such as a semester abroad or a part-time study programme) may be arranged following consultation with the examination board and the Examination Office
  • Various advisory services for special life situations offered by the Student Services & International Affairs division (DSI)
  • Support from the equal opportunities officers on issues of equality
  • A wide range of activities offered by University Sports
Legal basis

Saxon Higher Education Act

Saxon Equal Opportunity Act

Guidelines for Supporting the Return to Academic Work (Return-to-Work Guidelines)

Women’s Advancement Plan of the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences

Downloads

Gender equality concept

Gender Guide

Brochure Studying with a child