Studying at the University of Applied Sciences, Living in Potsdam
In addition to a full timetable, the topics of living, leisure and relaxation are also part of everyday life at the university. We have compiled useful information for you on living and housing in Potsdam, participation opportunities at the university as well as university sports. In our job and internship exchange, you can find the job that suits you and your studies.
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Library
The main building houses the academic library of the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam with extensive analogue and digital offerings for all departments. Numerous (computer) workstations are available for your use.
Eating & drinking on campus
In the main building of the FHP you will find our canteen and the Coffee Nerds cafeteria.
The current canteen menu with information on allergens and ingredients is available online. With the Campus.Card you can eat at discounted student prices. The Coffee Nerds offer a changing lunch menu, snacks and hot drinks. Payment is possible in cash or by debit card. Current offers can be found on the Coffee Nerds Instagram channel.
Coffee and drinks are also available in the Casino (House 17). You will also find bakeries, snack bars and restaurants in the neighbourhood.
Student self-administration
The interests of the students are represented by the general student committee (AStA) and the student councils of the departments. Every student can get involved in these bodies and actively shape the university.
Job and internship exchange
In our job and internship exchange you will find current job advertisements from employers from the region and beyond – suitable for your degree programme. The University of Applied Sciences Potsdam also regularly offers jobs directly at the university.
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ZDF Investigates in Havelland - and the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam Plays Along!
On the 9th of May 2026, the "Havelland-Krimi" will start on ZDF - if you can't wait, you can already peek into the ZDF Mediathek.
The Campus will Change in April - Start of Construction for New Building "V"
On the 20th of April 2026, construction work will begin on the new building "V" on the campus of the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam. The construction site is located between the Kiepenheuerallee access road, House 17/Casino and the solar pavilion.
The Department of Social and Educational Sciences is now represented on Instagram
The Department of Social and Educational Sciences is now also represented on Instagram. The channel is intended to provide insights into studying, teaching, research and everyday life at the department - from the perspective of students, teaching staff and employees.
Exhibition of student works from the Picture Book Lab in the University Library
Students from the Department of Design at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam will be presenting the picture books for children and adults they have developed in the Picture Book Lab at the University Library.