Presentation of the Bachelor and Master Biogeosciences degree programmes

We will briefly introduce you to the degree programmes and you can ask both teaching staff and students any questions you may have about the structure of your studies or other topics relating to studying and student life. Typical for Geosciences students, who are often on the move, there is also the opportunity to have lunch outside in the institute's garden - with self-catering. The lunch break is a great way to get to know new colleagues. In the afternoon, the programme continues with current students.

Teaching staff and students introduce you to this degree programme together. Find out how to skilfully commute between the EAH and the University of Jena, how to build your time table and who to contact if you have any problems. Welcome to the UGM community! From 12-13 o'clock there is the possibility for a common lunch (self-catering) with all degree programmes in the institute garden.

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Lehramt German BA German Studies,
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

Meeting on campus
10:00 a.m. Presentation at Ernst-Abbe-Platz
12:00 (university) canteen
14:00 Presentation of the IAW university) chairs (F¨¹rstengraben 25)

You are welcome to contact our student council in advance by email (fsr-altertum@uni-jena.de).

All the information you need to start studying Art History and Film Studies in a nutshell, followed by a Q&A session.

Chatting and eating: a cosy start to a day
informative day. Delicious brunch for flexitarians, vegetarians and vegans - there's something for everyone. Free food sponsored by FSR! In this context, we would like to briefly introduce you to the student council
for Sociology, Social Theory and Applied Ethics.
Feel free to bring your own snacks and crockery.

Are you starting your degree in Speech Studies and Phonetics? Then we have just the thing for you: a varied introductory programme organised by students for students. Here you'll get first-hand tips, get to know the university and your subject - and of course your fellow first-year students.

The programme includes:

• First meeting & tour - we'll show you the most important places and tell you what to expect during your studies (including a (university) canteen test & coffee break).
• Friedolin Q&A session - navigate the university's online portal together, build time tables and check the necessary software.
• Games evening - relaxed round to get to know each other and ask questions (you are welcome to bring your own games!).
• Quiz & barhopping - clarify last questions before the start, then off into the Jena evening world.

Whether you need information, are looking for company or want to explore Jena - you've come to the right place! Come along, we look forward to seeing you.

for all Bachelor's, teacher training and Master's students

Questions and answers, tips for organising your studies, Zoom, Moodle, Friedolin

Welcome to the first day of study at the Institute of Sports Science! On this day, we would like to welcome all new students to our institute, provide them with important information for a successful start to their studies and get to know student life together.

On this day, the Academic Advisory Service will give a presentation to introduce you to your studies and point out particularly important aspects of starting your studies. The student representatives (Fachschaft) will accompany the whole day and, above all, give an introduction to creating an individual time table using the Friedolin system. A guided tour of the institute will familiarise participants with the teaching rooms|instruction rooms, sports facilities and research laboratories. In the afternoon, there will be a city rally through the university city of Jena and a pub crawl in the evening. With this comprehensive programme, the new students will be well prepared for their studies so that they can really get started on 13 October 2025.

Programme:

10.30 a.m. - Induction and advisory service(s)|consultations in the SR Mittelbau (Prof. Puta)
11.00 a.m. - Enrolment in Friedolin with help in the SR Mittelbau
11.45 a.m. - Guided tour of the institute, meeting point foyer
from 15.30 - City rally followed by a pub crawl

Welcome to the first day of study at the Institute of Sports Science! On this day, we would like to welcome all new students to our institute, provide them with important information for a successful start to their studies and get to know student life together.

On this day, the Academic Advisory Service will give a presentation to introduce you to your studies and point out particularly important aspects of starting your studies. The student representatives (Fachschaft) will accompany the whole day and, above all, give an introduction to creating an individual time table using the Friedolin system. A guided tour of the institute will familiarise participants with the teaching rooms|instruction rooms, sports facilities and research laboratories. In the afternoon, there will be a city rally through the university city of Jena and a pub crawl in the evening. With this comprehensive programme, the new students will be well prepared for their studies so that they can really get started on 13 October 2025.

Programme:

10.30 a.m. - Induction and advisory service(s)|consultations in SR Anbau (Dr M¨¹ller)
11.15 a.m. - Guided tour of the institute, meeting point foyer
11.45 a.m. - Enrolment in Friedolin with help in the SR Mittelbau / SR Anbau
from 15.30 - City rally followed by a pub crawl

Welcome to the first day of study at the Institute of Sports Science! On this day, we would like to welcome all new students to our institute, provide them with important information for a successful start to their studies and get to know student life together.

On this day, the Academic Advisory Service will give a presentation to introduce you to your studies and point out particularly important aspects of starting your studies. The student representatives (Fachschaft) will accompany the whole day and, above all, give an introduction to creating an individual time table using the Friedolin system. A guided tour of the institute will familiarise participants with the teaching rooms|instruction rooms, sports facilities and research laboratories. In the afternoon, there will be a city rally through the university city of Jena and a pub crawl in the evening. With this comprehensive programme, the new students will be well prepared for their studies so that they can really get started on 13 October 2025.

Programme, Group 1:

10.30 a.m. - Guided tour of the institute, meeting point in the games hall
11.30 a.m. - Induction and advisory service(s)|consultations in SR 1 (Dr Esipovich)
12.30 p.m. - Enrolment in Friedolin with help in SR 1
from 15.30 - City rally followed by a pub crawl

Programme, group 2:

10.30 a.m. - Briefing and advisory service(s)|consultations in the lecture theatre (Dr Esipovich)
11.30 a.m. - Enrolment in Friedolin with help in the lecture theatre
12.00 p.m. - Guided tour of the institute, meeting point in the games hall
from 15.30 - City rally followed by a pub crawl

Welcome to the first day of study at the Institute of Sports Science! On this day, we would like to welcome all new students to our institute, provide them with important information for a successful start to their studies and get to know student life together.

On this day, the Academic Advisory Service will give a presentation to introduce you to your studies and point out particularly important aspects of starting your studies. The student representatives (Fachschaft) will accompany the whole day and, above all, give an introduction to creating an individual time table using the Friedolin system. A guided tour of the institute will familiarise participants with the teaching rooms|instruction rooms, sports facilities and research laboratories. In the afternoon, there will be a city rally through the university city of Jena and a pub crawl in the evening. With this comprehensive programme, the new students will be well prepared for their studies so that they can really get started on 13 October 2025.

Programme:

10.30 a.m. - Induction and advisory service(s)|consultations in SR 2 (Mr Voigt)
11.15 a.m. - Enrolment in Friedolin with help in SR 2
11.45 a.m. - Guided tour of the institute, meeting point foyer
from 15.30 - City rally followed by a pub crawl

Any questions about starting your studies? The Central Student Advisory Service is there to help you.

Lunch break in the institute garden Burgweg 11, self-catering

Bring your Thoska, charge it up and come and eat with us in the Philo-Mensa.

At our welcome event for the Master's programme in Political Science, you will get to know our Institute Director Prof. Dr Olaf Lei?e and our student council. You will be presented with all the important information about your degree programme, such as the recommended study plan. You will also have the opportunity to get an introduction to the online study administration system Friedolin from mentors and ask questions about timetabling.

Tour of the institute in groups

Welcome to the first day of study at the Institute of Sports Science! On this day, we would like to welcome all new students to our institute, provide them with important information for a successful start to their studies and get to know student life together.

On this day, the Academic Advisory Service will give a presentation to introduce you to your studies and point out particularly important aspects of starting your studies. The student representatives (Fachschaft) will accompany the whole day and, above all, give an introduction to creating an individual time table using the Friedolin system. A guided tour of the institute will familiarise participants with the teaching rooms|instruction rooms, sports facilities and research laboratories. In the afternoon, there will be a city rally through the university city of Jena and a pub crawl in the evening. With this comprehensive programme, the new students will be well prepared for their studies so that they can really get started on 13 October 2025.

Programme:

1.00 p.m. - Welcome in the games hall (Prof T?pfer)
1.15 p.m. - Instruction and advisory service(s)|consultations in the SR extension (Dr Wanjek)
14.00 - Guided tour of the institute, meeting point foyer
2.30 p.m. - Enrolment in Friedolin with help in the SR extension or lecture hall
from 15.30 - City rally followed by a pub crawl

Presentation of the chairs and departments of the Institute of Classics

At our welcome event, you will get to know our Institute Director Prof Dr Olaf Lei?e and our student council. We will also provide you with all the important information about your degree programme, such as the recommended study plan and the Academic Office for Student Affairs and Examinations (ASPA).

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Lehramt German BA German Studies,
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

In this event, you will learn everything you need to know about timetabling.

Welcome and introduction to the Bachelor of Sociology (major subject/supplementary subject) degree programme by Dr Erik Hirsch (Institute Management and Student Advisory Service).

Hike together (please bring weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes)

Meeting point: Burgweg 11, in front of the building

Study plan and modularisation
Timetable creation (please bring your URZ login for Friedolin and, if possible, a laptop)
Question and answer session: The allocation to the rooms will be announced at the welcome event in a lecture theatre [information to follow].

At our welcome events, academic advisor Ilka Maria Hameister will introduce you to the teaching specialisation Civic Education, including the
recommended study plan and the first semester modules.

Here you have the opportunity to ask all your questions about your studies and get an introduction to the online study administration ?Friedolin? and information on timetabling from the mentors.

Here we offer you a personalised introduction to the online study and examination administration system Friedolin. Together with the mentors, you will learn how and where to register for course|classes in Friedolin in good time and can ask further questions.

for students in the B.Sc. in Economics and Business Administration-Focus: Business Analytics (all study profiles) and the B.A. in Business & Languages (all languages)

The university management and the student department warmly welcome all first-semester students.

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Lehramt German BA German Studies,
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

Get to know Jena's pub culture. Students have the choice: either spend the evening at "Tillis", where you can try out almost every board and parlour game imaginable. However, this costs €4 admission. Or you can join the pub crawl and get to know several Jena bars.

for all Bachelor's, teacher training and Master's students

for students in the B.Sc. programme in Economics (all study profiles), in the B.A. programme in Economics and Business Administration-Focus: Business Analytics, in the B.A. programme in Business & Languages (all languages) and in the teaching degree programme at grammar schools (Economics/Law)

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy welcomes the prospective students of its Bachelor's and teacher training programmes. Please also have a look at the faculty website.

Part 1: After a brief welcome, we will explain the Study and Examination Regulations and the Friedolin campus management system.

for students in the B.A. Business and Languages (all languages)

Some facilities such as the Central Student Advisory Service, the Master Service Centre, the Å·ÖÞ±­Í¶×¢µØÖ·_Ã÷ÉýÌåÓý-¾º²Ê×ãÇò±È·ÖÍƼö Office and the student services organisation will be presenting themselves. A Polaroid photo campaign is planned on campus, and University Sports and the Thuringian Sports Youth will also be offering various tenders.

Which IT services will support me during my studies? Where can I find information and get help? The University Computer Centre offers you initial support and answers your questions. We will also give you a brief insight into the technical handling of the Friedolin campus management system.

City and university tour, mixed groups from Biogeosciences and Geosciences

Meeting point: Ernst-Abbe-Platz

for students in the B.Sc. in Economics and Business Administration-Focus: Business Analytics (all study profiles)

for students in the B.A. Business and Languages (all languages)

Welcome and introduction to the start of the programme by apl. Prof. Karina Weichold (Head of the Department of Youth Research and Vice President for Studies and Teaching) and the STET mentors of the supplementary subject Psychology (BA).

11:00 am:
Welcome and presentation of the degree programme

12:00 pm:
- Discussion of all important study contents and organisational procedures
- Timetabling (please bring your URZ login for Friedolin and, if possible, an electronic device)
- Time for questions

from 13:00 hrs:
Joint lunch followed by a tour of all study-related buildings.

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy welcomes the prospective students of its Bachelor's and teacher training programmes. Please also have a look at the faculty website.

Part 2: You will get to know our campus in a playful way and gain exciting insights into modern physics laboratories.

The Career Point can tell you how this can be achieved.

Lecture by the Jena Centre for Teacher Training and Educational Research

Meeting point: Schlossgasse 1 (university) canteen main building)

You can obtain information about your study options from the Å·ÖÞ±­Í¶×¢µØÖ·_Ã÷ÉýÌåÓý-¾º²Ê×ãÇò±È·ÖÍƼö Office.

for students in the B.A. Economics and Business Administration-Focus: Business Analytics

for students in the teaching profession (economics/law)

Timetable construction Bachelor (SR 307) Timetable construction teaching degree (SR 308)

for all Master's students

for students in the teaching profession (economics/law)

Health Management welcomes you to the University of Jena. Get to know us and our free tenders at a ?Tea and Coffee - Break?! You will receive valuable tips on how to study healthily and can put together your own health management starter kit.

An event for those who were unable to attend the introduction to the degree programme/start of studies support on the previous day.

Study plan and modularisation
Timetable creation (please bring your URZ login for Friedolin and, if possible, a laptop)
Question and answer session

Welcome and introduction to the Master's degree programme in Sociology by Dr Erik Hirsch (management of the institute and student advisory service), support at the start of studies by the STET mentors MA Sociology.

- Introduction to the institute and the degree programme
- Information about the start of the programme
- Question and answer session

Welcome and support at the start of the programme by Dr J?rg Oberth¨¹r (Master's in Social Theory programme coordinator) and mentors from the Master's in Social Theory.
Introduction to the Master's in Social Theory degree programme and information on the course of study and study organisation

for Master's students in Business Administration, Business Administration for Engineers and Natural Scientists, Business Information Systems and Economics Education

Get to know each other while playing various sports games such as spikeball, badminton, table tennis and much more. We get together on site in informal groups to get a bit of exercise together. Fitness levels or knowledge of sports are not important! Everyone is welcome!
The event takes place outside, so please remember to wear suitable clothing and footwear.
In case of bad weather, we will keep you up to date in the Telegram group on how we will organise the programme.

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

Please bring your URZ login for Friedolin and, if possible, a laptop!

Please bring your URZ login for Friedolin and, if possible, a laptop!

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy welcomes the prospective students of all its degree programmes with a joint barbecue evening.

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• MA Literature - Art - Culture
• MA German Literature in a European Context

with Johanna Bohley and Alexander L?ck from the Institute of German Literature

Meeting point: L?bdergraben 24a (UFG institute building)

We want to watch an interesting film with you and then discuss it from a sociological perspective. This is intended as a first introduction to the content of Sociology in Jena - as a relaxed ?taste? of what students can expect in seminars etc.
Anyone can come, previous knowledge or the like is absolutely not required.

Casual get-together in the pub. Meeting point: Ernst-Abbe-Platz

for all Bachelor's, teacher training and Master's students

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy welcomes the prospective students of its Bachelor's and teacher training programmes. Please also have a look at the faculty website.

Part 3: Students from the student council tell you how to get through a physics degree programme and what else Jena has to offer.

Get to know your fellow students and Jena's beautiful landscape on a short excursion.

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy welcomes the prospective students of its Bachelor's and teacher training programmes. Please also have a look at the faculty website.

Part 4: You will get to know all the important places in the city centre and can look forward to some puzzles.

Optional: We hike with you up one of the many mountains in Jena. Perfect opportunity to get to know other fellow students!

If you live in Jena, you must have been to the Landgrave! That's exactly what we'll do with you: together we'll hike through the city's surroundings and enjoy the view over Jena.
We will be walking for about 2 hours - the perfect opportunity to meet new people and have good conversations in a relaxed environment, far away from university and time table stress ;-). You don't need any special hiking experience, but there will be a longer ascent at the beginning and some stairs to walk. Be sure to take something to drink with you and remember to wear sturdy shoes.
If the weather forecast is bad, we will inform you via Telegram whether the hike will take place.

Optional: We spend a cosy evening playing board and card games with you. Perfect opportunity to get to know other fellow students!

Welcome of the first-year students by the faculty management, the Law Library of the Thuringian University and State Library, the Alumni Association and the student representatives ?Law?.

All first-year students (Bachelor's, Master's and teacher training programmes) in Geography are cordially invited to attend.

Introduction to the MA degree programme, questions about study and time table, presentation of the student council (FSR)

Introduction to the Bachelor's degree programme German as a Foreign and Second Language (study and time table); presentation of the student council (FSR)

Meeting point: F¨¹rstengraben 1 (main entrance to the main university building)

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

All first-year students (Bachelor's, Master's and teaching degree programmes) in Geography are welcome.

12pm-1pm: Lunch together in the university) canteen on Philosophenweg

1-4 p.m.: Get to know each other in a relaxed atmosphere in the garden of the Mensa am Philosophenweg

2-4 p.m.: Guided tour of the city and distribution of first-year student bags (meeting point: Mensa am Philosophenweg)

We want to show you another (university) canteen, right in the University Main Building.

Where you will often be for art history.

You can obtain further information from your mentors at the induction days.

The mentors will support you with the time table.

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

City rally with handing out the first semester bags with the mentors

Meeting point: Campus ?Ernst Abbe-Platz?

Meeting point: Am Pulverturm (Johannistor)

At the end of the day we want to have a barbecue with you. Food and drinks will be provided.

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

You can obtain further information from your mentors at the induction days.

for students in the B.Sc. programme in Economics (all study profiles), in the B.A. programme in Economics and Business Administration-Focus: Business Analytics, in the B.A. programme in Business & Languages (all languages) and in the teaching degree programme at grammar schools (Economics/Law)

Ask specific questions about the technical handling of the Friedolin campus management system (11:00 to 11:30 German and 11:30 to 12:00 English). For programme-specific questions, please contact the Academic Advisory Service.

How do I create a time table? What exactly are modules? What is a weekly semester hour? And how many ECTS points do I have to collect?

Focus on sustainable places in Jena and at the university: Where are there drinking fountains? Where can students sit in a green space? Where can I buy cheap second-hand clothes?

Technology consultation hour - introduction to the systems
of the university with the mentors

from 4 p.m.: Timetable counselling, introduction to Friedolin and the study administration systems with the mentors.

What is where? Across the university!

The first allocation of places is over and you didn't get into all the courses? Then come back to our open question and answer session.

Meeting point: Paradiespark ?Rasenm¨¹hleninsel?

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

Meeting point: F¨¹rstengraben 25 (Institute of Classics and Ancient History)

All first-year students (Bachelor's, Master's and teacher training programmes) in Geography are welcome.

Meeting point: Kernbergsch?nke, Jenaplan 3

The film club has a themed programme every semester. This semester it's all about scandalous films. The programme will kick off at our Freshers' Days with ?Wizard Of Oz?. Admission is free.

Office of the Dean for Student Affairs|Dean for Student Affairs Office and other subject representatives

Office of the Dean for Student Affairs|Dean for Student Affairs Office and other subject representatives

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

Welcome of the first-year students by the Dean of Studies, the decentralised equal opportunities team of the faculty as well as the student university groups paralegal e.V., ELSA Jena e.V. and the Refugee Law Clinic Jena e.V.

In addition, the Law & Language Centre presents itself and its facultative study programmes.

for students in the B.Sc. programme in Economics (all study profiles), in the B.A. programme in Economics and Business Administration-Focus: Business Analytics, in the B.A. programme in Business & Languages (all languages) and in the teaching degree programme at grammar schools (Economics/Law)

Round table

You can obtain further information from your mentors at the induction days.

Moodle, Friedolin, VPN & Co - get to know all the tools for studying here!

Guided tour of the city centre and the university with the mentors

Meeting point: Campus ?Ernst-Abbe-Platz?

All first-year students (Bachelor's, Master's and teacher training programmes) in Geography are cordially invited to attend.

Meeting point: Institute of Geography, inner courtyard,
L?bdergraben 32 (access via Grietgasse)

End and award ceremony in Paradiespark

On the last day of our introduction days, we want to have a picnic with you in the afternoon. There will be some drinks and blankets, but you are welcome to bring your own.

We will meet at 3 pm at the Paradiesbahnhof.

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

All first-year students (Bachelor's, Master's and teacher training programmes) in Geography are cordially invited to attend.

9:30 am: Meeting

10:00 am: Start of the hike

Largest fair for volunteering and commitment at the University of Jena with 90 exhibitors

for students in the B.Sc. in Economics (all study profiles), in the B.A. in Economics as a supplementary subject, in the B.A. in Business Administration and Languages (all languages) and in the teacher training programme at grammar schools (Economics Business Administration and Law)

Once again a bit of movement around Jena.

Subject-specific event for students of the degree programmes

• Teacher Training German BA German Studies
• BA German Linguistics
• BA German Literature
• BA Linguistics

Introduction to the pub scene
Jena with the student council

Meeting point: Campus ?Ernst-Abbe Platz?

Meeting in the Off Bar with mentors, FSR & Co.

for students in the B.Sc. programme in Economics (all study profiles), in the B.A. programme in Economics and Business Administration-Focus: Business Analytics, in the B.A. programme in Business & Languages (all languages) and in the teaching degree programme at grammar schools (Economics/Law)

Relaxed get-together in Paradise Park and answer questions about studying

• Spikeball
• Viking chess
• Frisbee

Meeting point: Rasenm¨¹hleninsel in the Paradiespark

All first-year students (Bachelor's, Master's and teaching degree programmes) in Geography are cordially invited to attend.

Hike to the Landgrave (sturdy shoes) with the mentors

Meeting point: Campus ?Ernst-Abbe-Platz?

The lectures of the foundation studies|undergraduate studies are accompanied by working groups in which the legal case-solving technique is taught. Registration takes place via the electronic schedule of classes ?Friedolin? and is possible until 26 October 2025.

All working groups start in the 3rd week of lectures.

Welcome of all first semester students by the institute management and lecturers

The teaching staff welcome the new year; exchange in the World Caf¨¦ and subsequent GET-TOGETHER (from 19:00).
First-year students are very welcome, as important details about some courses will be announced. All other year groups are cordially invited to a get-together for an hour from 7 pm.

All first-year students (Bachelor's, Master's and teacher training programmes) in Geography are cordially invited to attend.

Meeting of the entire new cohort for the first basic training in the module ?Speech training?.

The tutorial teaches first-year students of all Law degree programmes the legal methodology based on practical cases and aims to familiarise them with the correct approach and handling of legal media in Law studies.

Further information can be found in the course on Friedolin.

This event will take a closer look at the hurdles, but also the opportunities that the decision|ruling|judgement in favour of studying holds for first-generation students. People who are themselves the first in their family to study or have studied will share their experiences, draw attention to support programmes and provide an overview of options for financing studies, such as BAf?G or scholarships.

Admission from 20:00, opening at 20:30

We celebrate your entry into our university, the ?Alma Mater Jenensis?, together with you. The Executive Board welcomes all newly enrolled students to the University of Jena in the winter semester at a ceremony in the Volkshaus Jena.