Introduction and start of studies

The Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences offers you the opportunity to take a non-binding online self-study unit in chemistry before the start of your first semester. The unit is offered as a Moodle course and is a voluntary offer to all students who have a chemistry component in their first semester or in their degree program and would like to refresh their chemistry knowledge.

Information on pre-course recommendations

Monday, 13.10.25

Time: 9:00 - 18:00
Location: Witzenhausen, Nordbahnhofstraße 1a, Kleine Aula
Lecturer: Tutors, Prof. Dr. Gunter Backes (Head of degree program)

Welcome to the Department of Organic Agricultural Sciences!
We are pleased to provide you with important information for your studies at the beginning of the semester. First semester students will receive a general introduction to their studies with a tour of the campus and city and cultural events.
You will find the detailed schedule of the introductory days here from August.

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