Introduction and start of studies

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The most important dates and offers for the start of your studies

Monday, October 5 through Friday, October 9, 26
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Str. 5, Room 0020
Instructors: Sebastian Niemczyk

The orientation week for the Master’s program in Social Law and Social Economy provides all the information you need to get started with your studies. In addition to an orientation to the University of Kassel campus, the Fulda University of Applied Sciences campus, and federal social law, you’ll be introduced to all the key contacts relevant to your program. You’ll also gain a foundation in legal knowledge and receive an introduction to legal scholarship, including legal research.

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

The department introduces itself

Welcome to the Department of Economics!
We offer you a wide range of future-oriented degree courses based on business administration and economics with exciting links to law, education, engineering, sustainability, psychology, social and health care. With a degree from the Faculty of Business and Economics (FB07), you will gain a first-class academic qualification and open up successful career opportunities in science/research or business practice.
Our department consists of 4 institutes:

Institute for Vocational Education and Training (IBB),
Institute of Business Administration (IBWL),
Institute of Economics (IVWL),
Institute of Business Law (IWR).

Let our dedicated team of top-class Professors and academic and administrative staff support you. Our faculty has around 7,000 students and offers you an inspiring environment for your studies.
Immerse yourself in our interdisciplinary research profile and discover fascinating focus areas such as "Economic Behavior and Governance (EB&Go)", "Digital Transformation (DITRA)", "Skills Acquisition & Entrepreneurship (KENT)" and "Sustainability, Energy and Environment (NEU)". We maintain a close exchange with companies, public administration and vocational schools in order to jointly advance research and teaching. With us, you can expect a wide range of opportunities to exchange ideas with students and scientists internationally.
Ready for an exciting journey into the world of business? Discover your passion at FB 07, expand your knowledge and launch your career with us.

We look forward to getting to know you personally during our induction week and laying the foundations for your successful studies together!

The department introduces itself: To the department website

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Campus Holländischer Platz

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Go-Link of this page: www.uni-kassel.de/go/m_sozialrecht_studienbeginn