Introduction and start of studies

At the University of Kassel, there is no introductory event the . Rather, there is an extensive range of offers from various "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 taking part in  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 study, 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" at : First semester welcome, offers for students with children, offers for international students.

Important terms explained

You can find all information about consultation hours here

The Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences offers you the opportunity to take a free preliminary course in mathematics before the start of the first semester. A total of seven different mathematics pre-courses (tailored to the respective degree course) are offered. The courses last between four and six weeks and take place before the actual start of lectures.

The Intensive 4 or Compact 4 preliminary course is recommended for this degree program.

More information

Wednesday, 09.10.24

General introduction to studies by the student council and subject-specific introduction by students from higher semesters

Time: from 15:00

Location: Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 0282

Thursday, 10.10.24

Location rally AVZ

Time: from 15:00

Location: Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 0282

Friday, 11.10.24

Pub evening

Time: from 5 p.m.

Location: Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, main entrance

We look forward to your participation

Your student council FB 10

Monday, 14.10.24
Time: 08:45 - 09:45
Location: Oberzwehren site, Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 0282
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Markus Maniak (course coordinator for biology courses)
Introduction to the bachelor's degree course in biology by lecturers

Time: 09:45 - 10:00
Location: Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 0282
General introduction by the student council

Time: 13:15 - 15:00
Location: Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 0282
Lecturers: Prof. Dr. F. Herberg (Biochemistry), Prof. Dr. J. Kleinschmidt (Biophysics)
Further information on the Bachelor's degree course in Biology
Interdisciplinarity and exemplary presentation of the subject areas

Lecture period: 14.10.24 - 14.02.25

The regular courses begin on Thursday, 17.10.24

Lecture-free period: 21.12.24 up to and including 12.01.25