studentnummer

A studentnummer is a unique identifier assigned by an educational institution to a student. It is used to identify and link a student’s records across administrative systems, including registration and enrollment, exams and transcripts, finances, library accounts, and IT services. The number helps maintain consistent data and facilitates access to services attached to the student’s profile.

Typically issued at the start of enrollment or admission, the studentnummer remains associated with the student for the duration of their studies. Formats vary by institution and country; it can be numeric or alphanumeric and may incorporate elements such as the year of admission, campus code, or department.

Common uses include logging in to student portals, registering for courses, viewing grades, accessing library resources, and handling tuition payments or financial aid. It may also serve as a primary key in student information systems and as a basis for communications and service provisioning on campus.

Privacy and security considerations are important. Because a studentnummer is personal data, educational institutions protect it under data protection laws and best practices. It should be kept confidential and used only through authorized channels. When possible, it should not be shared publicly, and strong authentication should accompany access to systems that use it.

In some contexts, a national or regional student identifier exists in addition to or instead of a university-issued studentnummer. In English, the term is often translated as “student number” or “student ID,” while the concept and practices may vary by country and institution.