Introduction and start of studies
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The most important dates and offers for the start of studies
At the University of Kassel there is not the an introductory event. Rather, there is an extensive offer of different "Veranstalter:innen":
- On the one hand, the departments offer an official program. This type of introductory event is about the subject of study: What is this subject thematically about? Which majors are offered in Kassel? Which professors and subject areas determine the content? So: by all means attend and ask questions!
- For some (not all) courses and subjects we recommend participation 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 introduction dates.
- Often the student councils also offer introductory courses. 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, the organization of learning and examinations. The student councils thus offer help with the question of how best to study this subject.
- In addition, there are "welcome events": First semester welcome, offers for students with children, offers for international students.
Monday, 07.10.24
from 10.00 a.m.
Location: Diagonale 3 - Lecture hall 2
Welcome by the Dean of Studies Prof. Eis
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 cafeteria?
- How do I get access to online seminars?
- 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 StudiesProf. Eis on 07.10.24 at 10.00 am in Diagonale 3 - Lecture Hall 2!
Please register for your orientation tutorial here Registration form
For 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 History 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 meeting you!
Tuesday, 15.10.24 (History major)
2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Campus Center - Room 1112
Lecturers: All lecturers of the subject
Introduction of the lecturers of the subject History
for the minor subject History
Wednesday, 16.10.24
12 - 2 p.m.
Location: Campus Center - Room 1112
Lecturer(s): All lecturers of the subject
Introduction of the lecturers of the subject History
Info Desk
From Tuesday, 15.10.24 to Thursday, 24.10.24 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.
Course period: 22.04.25 - 25.07.25
In the summer semester 2025, the introductory events will take place on Tuesday, April 22. The courses will also begin on this day. The introductory events are to be given priority over the courses in any case.
Tuesdays after Whitsun (8-9 June 25) and so-called bridge days (Fridays after Ascension Day 29.05.25 and Corpus Christi 19.06.25) are not event-free.
Introduction of the minor subjects
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 10:00-12:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 0020
Lecturer: Dr. Murat Sezi
Introduction by the lecturers. We look forward to seeing you there!
Overview
- 08-10.10.24 Introduction of the student council
- 16.10.24 Introduction of the lecturers
Dear first semester students,
Welcome to the University of Kassel and to Faculty 02! To make the start of your studies a little easier, this year we are once again offering a three-day student first semester introduction including a campus tour and joint timetabling. This introduction will take place from October 8 to 10.10.24 from 10 am to 4 pm.
We will meet on the first day at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1 and then go to the room designated for the next part. Please note that the different parts of the introduction may take place in different rooms and you may be divided into groups.
We look forward to seeing you!
Tuesday, 08.10.24
Meeting at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1
Time: 10:15 - 16:00
Location: N.N.
- General introduction to everyday university life with all new students of the subject
- Short introduction to
- Campus tour
- Creation of the university account
Wednesday, 09.10.24 - Please bring your laptop or tablet!
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location: N.N.
- Introduction to the Moodle and eCampus platforms
- Introduction to the module examination regulations
- Creating the timetable
- Campus rally
Thursday, 10.10.24
Time: 15:00 - open end
Location: N.N.
- Clarification of open questions
- Joint activities
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Location: Henschelstraße 2, Room 1140
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Tom Kleffmann
Introduction by the lecturers
We look forward to seeing you there!
Overview
- 08-10.10.24 Introduction of the student council
- 16.10.24 Introduction of the lecturers
Dear first semester students,
Welcome to the University of Kassel and to Faculty 02! To make the start of your studies a little easier, this year we are once again offering a three-day student first semester introduction including campus tour and joint timetable preparation . This introduction will take place from 08. to 10.10.24 from 10 a.m. to approx. 4 p.m. .
We will meet on the first day at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1 and then go to the room designated for the next part. Please note that the different parts of the introduction may take place in different rooms and you may be divided into groups.
We look forward to seeing you!
Tuesday, 08.10.24
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location: Meet at 10 am in front of Diagonale 1
Part 1: 10:15 - 12:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 0019
- General introduction to everyday university life with all new Romance students
Part 2: 12:00 - 16:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 1020
- Allocation to degree programs, brief introduction
- Campus tour
- Creation of the university account
Wednesday, 09.10.24 - Please bring your laptop or tablet!
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 1020
- Introduction to the Moodle and eCampus platforms
- Introduction to the module examination regulations
- Creating a timetable
- Campus rally
Thursday, 10.10.24
Time: 15:00 - open end
Location: to be announced
- Clarification of open questions
- Joint barbecue
Introduction of the teachers
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 12:00-14:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 4004
Lecturer: Larissa Werle
We look forward to seeing you there!
Overview:
- 08.-10.10.24 Introduction of the student council
- 14.10.24: Introduction by lecturers
Dear first semester students,
Welcome to the University of Kassel and to Faculty 02! To make it a little easier for you to start your studies, we are once again offering a three-day student first semester introduction this year, including a tour of the campus and joint timetabling. This introduction will take place from October 8 to 10.10.24 from 10 am to 4 pm.
We will meet on the first day at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1 and then go to the room designated for the next part. Please note that the different parts of the introduction may take place in different rooms and you may be divided into groups.
We look forward to seeing you!
Tuesday, 08.10.24
Time: 10:00-16:00
Meet at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1
Part 1:
Time: 10:15-12:00
Location: Location: Moritzstraße 18 (Campus Center), lecture hall 6
- General introduction to everyday life at the university with all new students of the subject
Part 2:
Time: 12:00-16:00
Location: Georg-Forster-Straße 4, Room 2004
- Allocation to degree programs, brief introduction
- Campus tour
- Creating your university account
Wednesday, 09.10.24 - Please bring your laptop or tablet!
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location:Nora-Platiel-Straße 5, Room 0109/0110 (writing boards)
- Introduction to the Moodle and eCampus platforms
- Introduction to the module examination regulations
- Creating the timetable
- Campus rally
Thursday, 10.10.24
Time: 15:00-open end
Location: to be announced
- Clarification of open questions
- Joint barbecue
Introduction of the teachers
Monday, 14.10.24
Time: 10:00-12:00
Location: Georg-Forster-Straße 4, Room 0005
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Nikola Roßbach
Introduction by the lecturers. We look forward to seeing you there!
Overview
- 08-10.10.24 Introduction of the student council
- 15. or 16.10.24 Introduction of the teaching staff
Dear first semester students,
Welcome to the University of Kassel and to Faculty 02! We have prepared a three-day program for you to make the start of your studies easier. We will meet on the first day at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1 and then go to the room designated for the next part of the program. Please note that the different parts of the introduction may take place in different rooms and you may be divided into groups.
We look forward to seeing you!
Your student council 02
Further information:
Tuesday, 08.10.24
Time: 10:00-16:00
Location: Meeting at 10:00 in front of Diagonale 1 / from approx. 10:15: Henschelstraße 2, Room 0151
- General introduction to everyday life at the university with all new students of the subject
- Short introduction
- Campus tour
- Creation of the university account
Wednesday, 09.10.24 - Please bring your laptop or tablet!
Time: 10:00-16:00
Location: Henschelstraße 2, Room 0151
- Introduction to the Moodle and eCampus platforms
- Introduction to the module examination regulations
- Creating a timetable
- Campus rally
Thursday, 10.10.24
Time: 15:00 - open end
Location: N.N.
- Joint barbecue and clarification of open questions
Introduction of the lecturers
You only need to attend one day. The dates are identical in terms of content and are intended to provide alternatives for overlapping dates.
Tuesday, 15.10.24
Time: 12:00-14:00
Location: Henschelstraße 2, Room 1127
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Ilse Müllner
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 10:00-12:00
Location: Henschelstraße 2, Room 1127
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Ilse Müllner
Introduction by the lecturers. We look forward to seeing you there!
We would like to welcome you to Art Studies! Here you have the opportunity to get a first insight into the subject and get to know your fellow students.
Tuesday, 15.10.2024
Time: 14:00
Location: Menzelstraße 13-15, Kunsthochschule / Seminar room 3140/ Südbau, 3rd floor
Lecturer: Dr. Susanne Märtens, Ms. Hardt, Mr. Steinke
or
Wednesday, 16.10.2024
Time: 12:00 noon
Location: Menzelstraße 13-15, Kunsthochschule / Seminar room 3140/ Südbau, 3rd floor
Lecturer(s): Dr. Susanne Märtens, Ms. Hardt, Mr. Steinke
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 14:15 - 15:15
Location: Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 1409
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Torsten Mütze
Introduction to the minor course in mathematics
The introduction to the Bachelor's degree program in Mathematics is also suitable for students of the minor subject Mathematics/Statistics .
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 10:00-16:30
Location: Kassel Institute for Sustainability, Mosenthalstr. 8 (at HoPla, entrance next to DominoPizza), Room 3001
Lecturer:innen: Benjamin Matoff, Damaris Müller and lecturers
Welcome to the new minor in Sustainability Studies!
We meet on Wednesdays to get to know each other, to get to know the content and people behind Sustainability Studies, to introduce you to all organizational questions about the study plan and timetable and, above all, to combine the start of your studies with a lot of fun.
If you have any questions in advance, please contact us at nachhaltigkeitsstudien@uni-kassel.de.
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 12:00 - 14:00
Location: Arnold-Bode 8 - Room 0113/0114
Lecturers: all lecturers of the subject
Introduction of the lecturers of the subject Political Science
Dear first semester students,
First of all, a warm welcome to the BA Political Science 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 meeting you!
Overview
- 10-12.10.24 Introduction of the student council
- 16.10.24 Introduction of the lecturers
Dear first semester students,
Welcome to the University of Kassel and to Faculty 02! To make the start of your studies a little easier, this year we are once again offering a three-day student first semester introduction including campus tour and joint timetable preparation . This introduction will take place from 08. to 10.10.24 from 10 a.m. to approx. 4 p.m. .
We will meet on the first day at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1 and then go to the room designated for the next part. Please note that the different parts of the introduction may take place in different rooms and you may be divided into groups.
We look forward to seeing you!
Tuesday, 08.10.24:
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Meet at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1
Part 1:
Location: Arnold-Bode-Straße 12, Hörsaal 5
General introduction to everyday life at the university with all new students of the subject
Division into study programs, brief introduction
Part 2:
Location: Location to be announced
- Allocation to degree programs, brief introduction
- Campus tour
- Creating a university account
Wednesday, 09.10.24 - Please bring your laptop or tablet!
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location: Location to be announced
- Introduction to the Moodle and eCampus platforms
- Introduction to the module examination regulations
- Creation of the timetable
- Campus rally
Thursday, 10.10.24:
Time: 15:00 - open end
Location: Location to be announced
- Joint barbecue
- Clarification of open questions
Introduction of the teachers
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 14:00-16:00
Location: Nora-Platiel-Straße 6, Room 0210
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Philip Hogh
Introduction by the lecturers. We look forward to seeing you there!
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 12:00 - 14:00
Location: Holländischer Platz, Arnold-Bode 2, Room 0401
Lecturer: all lecturers
Introduction of the lecturers
We look forward to seeing you there!
Pre-course/Propaedeuticum
30.09.-04.10.24 Pre-course Spanish
In order to be able to study successfully, it is important that you develop your language skills quickly after starting your studies so that you can easily use Spanish at level B1, both in order to successfully complete the individual modules of language practice and to participate in the courses of the subject-specific sciences. We support you in this by offering special language practice courses, known as propaedeutic courses, which are taught exclusively by native speakers: Within the first winter semester, you will reach B1 level through a combination of block courses and regular weekly sessions.
I do not yet have a B1 language level.
If you do not yet have a B1 language level at the start of your studies, you can catch up on the necessary skills in a preliminary course and during the semester. To the Spanish preliminary course
I have language level B1 or higher
If you can already prove that you have level B1, it is possible to attend the courses of the first module of the language practice directly.
If you have an even higher language level, please take the placement test scheduled immediately before the start of the semester in order to find a suitable starting point for the language practice modules:
Placement test
Registration is not required.
Date: 16.10.2024
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Location: Campus Holländischer Platz, Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 0020
Lecturer: Dolores León Munoz
You can find out more about Spanish language practice on the department's homepage: Spanish language practice
Overview
- 10-12.10.24 Introduction of the student council
- 16.10.24 Introduction of the lecturers
Dear first semester students,
Welcome to the University of Kassel and to Department 02! To make the start of your studies a little easier, we are once again offering a three-day student first semester introduction this year including campus tour and joint timetable preparation . This introduction will take place from 08. to 10.10.24 from 10 a.m. to approx. 4 p.m. .
We will meet on the first day at 10 a.m. in front of Diagonale 1 and then go to the room designated for the next part. Please note that the different parts of the introduction may take place in different rooms and you may be divided into groups.
We look forward to seeing you!
Tuesday, 08.10.24
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location: Meet at 10 am in front of Diagonale 1
Part 1: 10:15 - 12:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 0019
- General introduction to everyday university life with all new Romance students
Part 2: 12:00 - 16:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 1020
- Allocation to degree programs, brief introduction
- Campus tour
- Creation of the university account
Wednesday, 09.10.24 - Please bring your laptop or tablet!
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 1020
- Introduction to the Moodle and eCampus platforms
- Introduction to the module examination regulations
- Creating a timetable
- Campus rally
Thursday, 10.10.24
Time: 15:00 - open end
Location: to be announced
- Clarification of open questions
- Joint barbecue
Introduction of the teachers
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 12:00-14:00
Location: Kurt-Wolters-Straße 5, Room 4004
Lecturer: Larissa Werle
We look forward to seeing you there!
There is no separate introductory course for a minor in statistics.
Students with a minor in statistics can either attend the introductory courses of the Bachelor's degree program in Mathematics or the minor in Mathematics . You can find the dates below:
Bachelor Mathematics
Monday, 14.10.24
Time: 14:00-15:00
Location: Location Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 1409
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Torsten Mütze
directly afterwards:
Time: 15:00-15:15
Location: Location Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 1409
General introduction of the student council
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 10:15-12:00
Lecturers: Professors of the Institute of Mathematics
Location: Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 1403
Introduction for Bachelor/Master students from the 3rd semester, presentation of the subject areas for advanced Bachelor and Master students
Mathematics minor
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 14:15-15:15
Location: Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40, lecture hall 1409
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Felix Lindner Introduction to the minor subject Mathematics
Monday, 14.10.24
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Moritzstr. 18, Campus Center, Lecture Hall 2 (Room - 1122)
Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Christian Klein, Benedikt Engel
Welcome and tutorials for first semester students
Tuesday, 15.10.24
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Moritzstr. 18, Campus Center, Lecture Hall 2 (Room - 1122)
Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Christian Klein, Benedikt Engel
Introduction to the examination regulations and tutorials for first semester students
Wednesday, 16.10.24
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Location: Moritzstr. 18, Campus Center, Room 1112, Seminar Room 3
Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Christian Klein, Benedikt Engel
Introduction to economics for minor students
Dear first semester students,
Welcome to the Bachelor's degree program in Economics at the University of Kassel.
During 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. You will also be divided into small tutorial groups in which you will learn how to create a timetable, register for an exam or find your way around campus.
We look forward to meeting you!
