Introduction and start of studies
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This course starts in the winter semester.
Dates for the start of the course in October 2026 will be posted in mid-August 2026.
Until then, you can get an impression of the courses offered last year.
Further dates and offers for the start of studies
There is not just one introductory event at the University of Kassel. Rather, there is an extensive range of different "organizers":
- On the one hand, the departments offer an official program. This type of introduction is about the subject: What is the subject about? What specializations are offered in Kassel? Which Professors and subject areas determine the content? So: be sure to attend and ask questions!
- For some (not all) degree programs and subjects, we recommend attending preliminary courses. Pre-courses are aimed at first-year students who would like to refresh their knowledge in certain subjects. The preliminary courses start before the introductory dates.
- The student councils often also offer introductory events. The student council is part of the student self-organization and deals with the specific questions of the students of a department. In terms of content, it deals with questions about the course of studies, the organization of the curriculum, learning organization and examinations. The student councils therefore offer help on how best to study this subject.
- There are also "welcome events": First semester welcome, offers for students with children, offers for international students.
What are preliminary courses?
For some degree programs and subjects, we recommend attending preliminary courses. Pre-courses are aimed at first-year students who would like to refresh their knowledge of mathematics. There are several preliminary courses. The courses last between four and six weeks and take place before the actual start of lectures. The Intensive 3 orCompact 3 courses are recommended for the elementary school teaching degree and the subjects of mathematics and general studies:
Monday, 12.10.26
Introduction to core studies for all teacher training courses
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Location: Campus Holländischer Platz, Campus Center, Lecture Hall 1
Welcome and introduction to the core curriculum
from approx. 14:00 to 14:30
followed by degree-specific tutorials
from approx. 14:30 to 16:00
Experienced students will design this introduction, which is tailored to your degree program. There will also be time to answer your questions.
We look forward to seeing you!
Tuesday, 13.10.26
Time:10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Nora-Platiel-Str. 8, Room 0422
Lecturer:innen: Prof. Dr. Susanne Jurkowski, Prof. Dr. Timo Lüke, Julia Heiderich
Dear students,
We would like to welcome you to the degree program "Teaching Qualification for Special Needs Education with a Focus on Inclusion (L5)". In this introduction, you will receive information on the structure and content of the entire L5 degree program with a special focus on the "Special and Inclusive Education" sub-degree program. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and get to know teaching staff and other students.
We look forward to meeting you!
Contact for queries
Julia Heiderich
j.heiderich[at]uni-kassel[dot]de
Phone 0561 804-2039
In the winter semester 2026/27, the introductory events for your respective degree program will take place between Monday, 12.10.26 and Wednesday, 14.10.2026. Participation in the introductory events is highly recommended.
The regular courses begin on Thursday, 15.10.26
The lecture period ends on 12.02.27
Lecture-free period: 19.12.26 up to and including 10.01.27