Introduction and 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.

Important terms explained

Monday, 05.10.26

Time: 10.00 a.m.
Location: Moritzstr. 18 Campus Center - Lecture Hall 3
Welcome by the Dean of Studies Prof. Dr.Tuider

In the orientation tutorial, you will be supervised by two experienced students together with other first-year students. These experienced students offer you information and advice on all questions that are important for a successful start to your studies, such as

• Which courses can and should I attend in the first semester?
• What are seminars actually? What is the difference between a preparatory course, lecture, seminar or tutorial?
• How do I create my timetable?
• What are module examination regulations?
• How do I find my way around campus? Where can I find my seminar room, lecture hall, library or canteen?
• How do I log into the university's W-Lan? How do I configure my university mailbox?
• What do I have to do in lectures, seminars and tutorials? What are study and examination achievements?

The orientation tutorials also give you the opportunity to get to know the university and the city of Kassel together with other first-year students.

Experience shows: Friendships made during the orientation days often last a lifetime.

The orientation tutorials start with a welcome by the Dean of Studies Prof. Dr. Tuider on 05.10.26 at 10.00 a.m. in the Moritzstr. 18 Campus Center - Lecture Hall 3

Please register here for your orientation tutorial Registration from 15.06.26

If you have any further questions, please contact

Tanja Schöttner

Nora-Platiel-Str. 1 , Room 2307 (2nd floor)

+49 561 804-3440

@ studienkoordination-fb05[at]uni-kassel[dot]de

Dear first semester students,

First of all, a warm welcome to the BA Sociology program at the University of Kassel.

On the introductory days, you will get your first insights into life as a student and have the opportunity to exchange ideas and network with your new fellow students.

We look forward to seeing you!

For all students majoring in BA Sociology:

Tuesday, 13.10.26

Time: 14:15 - 15:45
Location: to be announced
Lecturers: all lecturers of the subject
Introduction of the lecturers of the subject Sociology

Info Desk

From Monday, 12.10.26 to Thursday, 22.10.26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the foyer of the Campus Center

in the foyer of the Campus Center, experienced students from the department will be available to advise you on your studies and timetable.

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