Children's University
Since 2002, the University of Tübingen has also opened its doors to children.
In lecture halls filled to capacity, researchers introduce eager young students—schoolchildren between the ages of 7 and 12—to their fields of study. Using language appropriate for children, they explain complex topics in an engaging way. Real professors have tackled questions such as "why stars don’t fall from the sky," "why volcanoes erupt," or "why people laugh at jokes."
Since the children's university operates much like the regular university, lectures start 15 minutes after the hour, following the academic convention of "cum tempore" (with time). Students receive a stamp card as proof of attendance, which is stamped before each lecture. Those who collect at least four stamps earn a "Children’s University Diploma" at the end. No prior registration is required, but seating is reserved for children. Adults accompanying them must stand.
More information about the Children's University can be found here.
Children's University: Research Day
On the Children's University Research Day, listening is not enough—participation is key. Children between the ages of 7 and 12 can take part in small events and workshops to explore university institutes and conduct their own research. On this day, researchers from the University of Tübingen open their laboratories and research facilities to give future academics a glimpse into their work. Participation is free, but prior registration is required.
More information about the Children's University Research Day can be found here.
Sport Center
The wide range of university sports programs is available to students and university members. Course prices vary depending on the type of class and participant status (students, staff, or guests). Early registration is generally recommended, and sign-ups take place directly through the course program.
Health Management for Staff Members (BGM)
The University of Tübingen also offers a workplace health management program. The website provides further details on available health promotion programs at the university. Workplace health management follows three key principles:
- Holistic approach: It encompasses occupational safety, health protection, addiction prevention, workplace reintegration management, and corporate health promotion.
- Participatory: It involves all university employees, encouraging them to contribute both to identifying health-promoting and health-inhibiting factors and to actively participate in health initiatives.
- Integration: Workplace health management functions at the intersection of various institutional departments focused on health-related issues. Through collaboration, these departments can achieve more together than individually.
