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

Who or what is TEACH?

TEACH stands for “Traditional First-Semester Orientation on Campus and in the Lecture Hall.” We’re a group of teacher education students from all teaching tracks and subjects who offer support to first-semester students during their exciting first days at the University of Kassel. As part of the teacher education student council, we organize the orientation days for first-semester teacher education students from a student perspective and plan informational events as well as a varied program of activities for you! We look forward to seeing you!

Thursday, October 8, 2026

City Scavenger Hunt Time: Starting at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Kurt-Wolter-Straße 3, 34125 Kassel (Glaskasten)

Explore Kassel together with other freshmen! In small groups, the rally will take you to various stops around the city, where a variety of mini-games, exciting challenges, and little surprises await you. Not only will you get to know Kassel better, but you’ll also have the chance to make new friends right away.

Friday, October 9, 2026

Campus Tour + Cafeteria Visit
Time: Starting at 11:00 a.m.
Location: Kurt-Wolter-Straße 3, 34125 Kassel (Glaskasten)

Get to know the University of Kassel campus! Together, you’ll explore the most important spots on campus, get helpful insider tips for your everyday student life, and tackle some fun mini-games along the way. To wrap things up, we’ll head to the cafeteria together.

Campus Garden Chillout
Time: starting at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Universitätsplatz 10, 34127 Kassel (Campus Garden)

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the Campus Garden! Over drinks and snacks, you can get to know other freshmen, ask questions about your studies, and try out games together like Viking chess, Spikeball, Frisbee, badminton, Flunkyball, or board games.

Monday, October 12, 2026

Welcome for All Teacher Education Students / General Introduction to Teacher Education Programs + Freshman Goodie Bag
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Moritzstraße 18, 34127 Kassel, Lecture Hall 1, Room -1139 (Campus Center)

Let’s kick off your teacher education program together! At the big welcome event, you’ll be officially welcomed to the University of Kassel, meet key contacts, and receive helpful information to ensure a successful start to your studies. Afterward, you’ll receive the TEACH welcome bags filled with cool goodies.

Small-group activities + visit to the cafeteria
Time: 12:00–2:00 p.m.
Rooms:

• L1 - Moritzstraße 18, 34127 Kassel, Lecture Hall 5, Room 1101 (Campus Center),
• L2 - Arnold-Bode-Straße 12, 34127 Kassel, Lecture Hall 4, Room 0508,
• L3 - Arnold-Bode-Straße 12, 34127 Kassel, Lecture Hall 5, Room 0506
• L4 - Georg-Forster-Straße 4, 34127 Kassel, Room 3004,
• L5 - Georg-Forster-Straße 4, 34127 Kassel, Room 2004

Kick off your exchange program together with TEACH! Grouped by your teacher education programs (L1–L5), you’ll receive practical tips and important information for the start of your studies and have the chance to ask any questions you may have. You’ll also have the opportunity to take a short break and visit the cafeteria together before moving on to the introduction to the core curriculum.

Welcome Party at the Kater Bar
Time: starting at 8:00 p.m.
Location: Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 58b, 34119 Kassel (Kater Bar)

After taking in all that exciting information, it’s time to celebrate together! At our Welcome Party at the Kater Bar on Kassel’s Fritze party mile, you can expect a great atmosphere, drink specials, and the perfect opportunity to get to know your new classmates better.

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

InfoCafé / Course Schedule Counseling
Time: 12:00 PM–4:00 PM
Location: TBD

Putting together your first class schedule can be challenging at first—we’re here to help! At the InfoCafé, you can ask any questions you have, create your class schedule together with us, and go over your plans. Snacks and drinks will be provided in a relaxed atmosphere.

Bar Hopping / Pub Crawl
Time: starting at 6:30 p.m.
Meeting point: Universitätsplatz 2, 34127 Kassel, in front of LEO Lernort

Discover Kassel’s most popular bars and pubs! During our pub rally, you’ll tackle exciting tasks and challenges as you explore the city’s best bars and pubs in small groups. To wrap things up, we’ll all celebrate together at a big wrap-up party at the Tofufabrik and bring the evening to a fitting close.

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Lefa Creative Afternoon
Time: TBD
Location: Nora-Platiel-Straße 6, 34127 Kassel, Room 0210

Game Night
Time: starting at 6:00 p.m.
Location: TBD

Come spend a fun-filled evening with plenty of variety and a great atmosphere! You can look forward to lots of activities, including board games, Mario Kart, karaoke, “Beat the TEACH,” beer pong, and flunkyball. Get to know other freshmen and enjoy a relaxed game night together.

More detailed information about the student-organized orientation events hosted by TEACH can be found here.

Monday, October 12, 26
Welcome & Information for all teacher education programs
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Holländischer Platz Campus, Campus Center, Moritzst. 18, Lecture Hall 1

• Welcome from the ZLB Executive Board, Introduction to ASTA, Introduction to the Language Center, Introduction to Teach
• Information from the Teacher Education Advising Office (Carolena Papanikolau)

Division into groups: L1 Elementary School, L2 Secondary School (Haupt- and Realschule), L3 High School (Gymnasium), L4: Vocational and Business Education, L5: Special Education
Introduction to the individual teacher education programs, Q&A session, and break
Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
L 1: Campus Center, Moritzstr. 18 (Lecture Hall 5)
L 2: Arnold-Bode-Str. 12 (Lecture Hall 4)
L 3: Arnold-Bode-Str. 12 (Lecture Hall 5)
L 4: Georg-Forster-Str. 4 (Room 3004)
L 5: Georg-Forster-Str. 4 (Room 2004)

followed by a joint lunch break with TEACH

Introduction to the Core Curriculum for All Teacher Education Programs
Time: 2:00–4:00 p.m.
L1, L2, L3, L4, L5 Holländischer Platz Campus, Campus Center, Moritzst. 18, Lecture Hall 1

Student Evening Program / TEACH / Kater Bar
Time: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Meeting point: Friedrich-Ebertr-Str. 58b, Kassel

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
TEACH Course Schedule Café & Course Schedule Counseling
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
L1, L2, L3, L4, and L5:
Locations: Henschelstr. 2, Room 1140 / Kurt-Wolters-Str.Str. 5, Room 1029 / Georg-Forster-Str. 4, Room 0005

“Does this work?” “Have I registered for all the courses I need to take?” If you’re still unsure, we’re happy to offer help and support in creating your class schedules. We can provide you with all the important information about your teacher training program and studies. And if you still have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re happy to help!

Email: Lehramtsfachschaft@uni-kassel.de

Student Evening Program / TEACH / Bar Hopping
Time: starting at 6:30 p.m.
Meeting place: Holländischer Platz Campus, Universitätsplatz 2 in front of Leo

Tuesday, Oct. 13, 26, and Wednesday, Oct. 14, 26
Course Introductions for Courses L1–L5:

Generally, subject introductions for the individual courses will be offered at various times on Tuesday (October 13, 26) and Wednesday (October 14, 26) at. Participation is required for only one session (time and location are listed online under “Elective Course Schedules”).

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT AT THE CAMPUS CENTER FOR ALL FIRST-SEMESTER STUDENTS (Introduction to all facilities, raffles, and free drinks)

Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Campus Center, Moritzstr. 18

Followed by a game night hosted by TEACH
Time: starting at 6:00 p.m.
Location: TBD

Monday, October 12, 2026

Introduction to the Core Curriculum for All Teacher Education Programs
Time: 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Location: Holländischer Platz Campus, Campus Center, Lecture Hall 1

Welcome and introduction to the core curriculum
from approx. 2:00 to 2:30 p.m.
followed by program-specific tutorials
from approx. 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.

This program-specific introduction is led by experienced students. Time is also set aside to answer your questions.

We look forward to seeing you!

Tuesday, 13.10.26

Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Arnold-Bode 12, Lecture Hall 5 (Room 0506)
Lecturer:innen: Mr. Goller and all colleagues involved in the organization and / or implementation of teaching

General welcome of new students

Time: 10:45 a.m.
Location: Arnold-Bode-Str. 2, Room 0408
Lecturer: Ms. Molina Fuentes Ms. Molina Fuentes

Subject introduction
MA Business Education

Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Meeting point not yet announced
Lecturers Tutors

Tour in groups, guided tour of the Holländischer Platz campus

We warmly welcome you to our degree program!

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