Projects for the transition from school to university
Equal opportunity is a societal process that begins long before someone starts university. To address this, it’s important to introduce pupils at an early age to study paths and career options where their gender is underrepresented.
The h_da’s school-to-university transition projects are designed to spark interest in these fields among young people. For example, initiatives for girls focus on showcasing the wide range of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) programmes available at the Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences. Meanwhile, Boys’ Day encourages young men to explore the Faculties of Social Work and Social Sciences. The Darmstadt orientation year for social professions (DasDoris!) speaks to young people who are qualified to study at universities and are interested in social professions but are not yet sure whether they want to start vocational training or a study programme. The goal of the orientation programme is to give school graduates authentic insights into the diverse fields of social work. Together, these projects encourage pupils to consider study paths that may not be typical for their gender, empowering them to choose a field that aligns with their interests and abilities—free from gender stereotypes.