It has become clear that there are many questions and need for networking on a wide range of topics related to “barrier-free studying”. This is why the Coffee Hour: barrier-free was created. "We want to give our students the opportunity to get information, exchange ideas and get in touch with us, Student Support, as easily as possible," explains Nicole Kretschy, Disability Officer at TU Wien.

Dates for the winter semester

• October
  October 21, 2025 / 1:00–2:00 p.m. Arnold Schmidt Raum (formerly Kontaktraum)
• November
  November 25, 2025 / 1:00–2:00 p.m. Arnold Schmidt Raum (formerly Kontaktraum)
• December
  December 16, 2025 / 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Arnold Schmidt Raum (formerly Kontaktraum)
• January
  January 20, 2026 / 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Arnold Schmidt Raum (formerly Kontaktraum) 

There will also be English-speaking people in the seminar room with whom you can talk to.

A networking group for autism spectrum and ADHD takes place before every Coffee Hour barrier-free: The aim of the group is to exchange information and experiences for those affected. Special emphasis is placed on practical life assistance and support during studies, as well as on mutual emotional support and motivation. It is open to students with an autism spectrum diagnosis or suspected/self-diagnosis.