Start of Studies
To ensure that your studies run smoothly right from the start, we have made your start at JLU one of our central tasks. The orientation week and Master's orientation days are an essential part of a successful start to the academic world.
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Missed the Orientation Week? Have you received a study spot at short notice or were you unable to take part in the orientation programme for another reason? Find important information about the start of your studies here.
Orientation Events
Orientation Weeks for First-Semester Students
The orientation weeks offer you the opportunity to discuss the most important questions about starting your studies in a small group with mentors and future fellow students, to get to know the university and the departments and to deal with important formal matters together.
The Orientation Weeks during the winter semester 2024/2025 take place from 30 September to 11 October 2024 as an all-day programme.
Learn More...Orientation Days for Master's Students
The aim of the orientation days is to ensure the smoothest possible transition to the new study phase and a successful start to the Master's programme. You will be accompanied by mentors in small groups and supported in clarifying important organisational matters.
The Orientation Days during the winter semester 2024/2025 take place on 10 and 11 October 2024 as an all-day programme.
Learn More...Orientation Week for International Students
The International Office organises numerous introductory and orientation events for international students as part of the Orientation Week for International Students (OWIS) so that you can get to know important contact persons and facilities at JLU as well as other institutions in Giessen.
The Orientation Week for International Students during the winter semester 2024/2025 takes place from October 7 to October 10. The majority of the programme is conducted online.
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More Offers
Market of Opportunities
The Markt der Möglichkeiten (Market of Opportunities (MdM) offers the opportunity to discover numerous facilities of the university and of the city of Giessen.
More...Preliminary Courses
Pre-courses offer you the opportunity to acquire basic knowledge and skills for your chosen degree programme in advance. The courses are usually voluntary and only compulsory for a few degree programmes.
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Further Information
Information for Mentors
We are delighted that you are interested in working as a mentor for the Orientation Weeks (StEW) or Master's Orientation Days (StET). Please read the information on the following page carefully. If everything fits: Let's get started with your application!
Become a MentorEverything about your Studies from A-Z
All beginnings are difficult. This is certainly also true at the beginning of your studies. You are not only confronted with a new university environment and people, but also with all kinds of new vocabulary. To help you orientate yourself in this jungle of terms, the most important academic terms for starting your studies are briefly explained here.
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