Introduction and start of studies
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The most important dates and offers for the start of your 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.
Monday, 05.10.26
Time: 10.00 a.m.
Location: Moritzstr. 18 Campus Center - Lecture Hall 2
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 2
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
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.
During the 2026–27 winter semester, the orientation sessions for your respective degree programs will take place between Monday, October 12, 2026, and Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Attendance at these orientation sessions is strongly recommended.
Regular classes begin on Thursday, October 15, 26
The semester ends on February 12, 27
Lecture-free period: December 19, 2026, through January 10, 2027, inclusive
Introduction of minor subjects
Wednesday, October 14, 26
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Holländischer Platz, Campus Center, Room 1112
Instructors: All faculty members
Dear first-year students,
First of all, a warm welcome to the BA in History program at the University of Kassel.
During the orientation days, you’ll get your first glimpse into student life and have the opportunity to meet and network with your new classmates.
We look forward to meeting you!
Welcome event for all first-semester students beginning their studies at the Kassel Art Academy in the winter semester 26/27:
Tuesday, October 13, 26
Time: 2:00–5:00 p.m.
Location: Menzelstraße 13–15 campus, Kunsthochschule, South Building, 3rd floor, Seminar Room 3140
Faculty: All faculty members of your degree program
Introduction by the Faculty
We warmly welcome you to Art History! Here you’ll have the opportunity to meet all your instructors and fellow students, as well as gain an initial insight into the field and the examination regulations.
Wednesday, October 14, 26
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Holländischer Platz Campus, Arnold-Bode-Str. 8, Room 0113/0114
Instructors: Verena Hucke and faculty
Dear first-year students,
A warm welcome to our new degree programs featuring (integrated) sustainability studies!
By choosing an interdisciplinary degree program, you’ll spend part of your studies with students from various disciplines. We’d like to warmly welcome you to our introductory event to explore the unifying element of sustainability studies. In addition to an introduction to the course content and organizational details, there will be opportunities for discussion and networking with your fellow students. We’ll also be available to answer any questions you may have.
We look forward to seeing you!
Wednesday, October 14, 26
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Nora-Platiel 5, Room 0109/0110
Instructors: All faculty members in the Political Science department
Introduction by the Political Science faculty
Dear first-year students,
First of all, a warm welcome to the BA Political Science program at the University of Kassel.
During the orientation days, you’ll get your first glimpse into student life and have the opportunity to meet and network with your new classmates.
We look forward to meeting you!
Campus Holländischer Platz
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