General events and training sessions at the beginning of your studies
Orientation Days at the University of Jena
Students on campus
Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)
General events at the beginning of your studies
We look forward to welcoming you to the University of Jena. For all new students, the Orientation Days always take place before the start of the lectures to make it easier for you to get started. For the winter semester 2025/26 these will take place from 1 to 10 October 2025. You will receive general and subject-specific information on the organization of your studies and you can make yourself familiar with offers and facilities of the University, and get insider knowledge from advanced fellow students in your subject.
In addition, students are very welcome to take part in the workshops in the introductory phase, which are offered as accompanying events during the first year of study.
SUPPORTING PROGRAMME - START OF THE WINTER SEMESTER 2025/26
01 October
Any questions about starting your studies? The Central Student Advisory Service is here to help.
Information stands of the University of Jena and its partner institutions
9:00 to 14:00 in the foyer (Campus, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3)
Numerous facilities such as the Central Student Advisory Service, the Master Service Centre, the International Office, the Language Centre and the student services organisation will be presenting themselves.
Polaroid photo campaign and sports activities (university sports, Thuringian Sports Youth) on campus
Start your studies digitally!
10:00 to 11:00 a.m., lecture theatre 1 (Campus, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3)
Which IT services 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. You also have the opportunity to ask specific questions about the technical handling of the FriedolinExternal linkcampus management system. For programme-specific questions, please contact the Academic Advisory Service.
Interdisciplinary information for teacher training students (Jena Centre for Teacher Training and Educational Research)
11:30 to approx. 12:30 in lecture theatre 1 (Campus, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3)
11:30 to 12:00 in lecture theatre 2 (Campus, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3)
International Studies (International Office)
13:00 to 13:30 in Lecture Hall 2 (Campus, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3)
Relaxed through your studies! - The Student Health Management will help you!
14:00 to 15:30, lecture theatre 4 (Campus, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3)
The Student Health Management (SGM) welcomes you to the University of Jena and introduces you to the free tenders for students. Join us in the interactive part of the event to learn how you can better understand, recognise and manage mental health crises. You will receive valuable tips on how to promote your own resilience and thus promote long-term academic success.
06 October
1. automatic course allocation (»place allocation«) in Friedolin
07 October
Friedolin question time
from 11:00 in lecture theatre 4 (Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3, 11:00 to 11:30 German and 11:30 to 12:00 English)
Ask specific questions about the technical handling of the FriedolinExternal link campus management system. For programme-specific questions, please contact the Academic Advisory Service.
City tour of the Green Office
from 14:00, meeting point: Zwätzengasse 3
Focus on sustainable places in Jena and at the university: Where are there drinking fountains? Where can students sit in the green? Where can I buy cheap second-hand clothes?
Karaoke night
from 19:30 in lecture theatre 4 (Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3)
The evening is organized by the Student Council's Culture Department, the Teacher Training Department and the German Studies Student Council.
09 October
Market of Opportunities
10:00 to 14:00 in the foyer (Campus, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3)
In Friedolin, you will find module descriptions, recommended study plansExternal link as well as the course catalogueExternal link for all bachelor’s, master’s, and teacher training study programmes. Enrolled students can organize their time tables via the ‘apply for modules’ / ‘schedule of classes’ menu, register for examinations, and view their grades.
Office hours:
We offer consultations in person, by telephone, and via Zoom. You can make an appointment by calling us on +49 3641 9-411111 (Mondays to Fridays from 9:00 to 11:00) or outside these office hours on +49 3641 9-411200. You can also use our remote help desk.
Consultation hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (9:00 to 12:20), Tuesdays (14:00 to 18:00), and Wednesdays and Thursdays (14:00 to 16:00).
