Orientation Days

You will be given general and subject-specific information regarding the organization of your studies. Furthermore, you will be able to familiarize yourself with the University’s facilities, institutions and offers, and you will receive insider information from advanced fellow students.

Orientation days at Friedrich Schiller University

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Information about starting your studies
General events and training sessions
Subject-specific events
Teacher Training study programmes
Online survey
Additional events for international students
Advantages of Jena
Friedolin training sessions
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Welcome to the University of Jena!

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We are happy that you have decided to study in Jena! The Orientation Days took place until 15 October. If unanswered questions arise during the semester, our advisory and service institutions will be happy to assist you.

Welcome Days for all (new and advanced, international and German) students

Event schedules for all subjects and general events

Find the right information for your start of studies in Jena! We have planned general and subject-specific events for all new students.

How to find your events: Enter your desired degree at the University of Jena in the following form, indicate which information you are looking for and, if applicable, select your study programme from the list.

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Please note: If you are looking for information on the introductory events of study programmes not listed, please contact the relevant subject-specific academic advisor. You will find their contact information in the Study Programme Database.

As a first semester student, you might also be interested in:

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New university, new town and lots of questions? In this video, Niklas and Sarah explain what students at the University of Jena should consider before starting into the semester. Looking for accommodation, sending off the BAföG application, unpacking the starter package, browsing through the guide for freshers (Blauer Faden), attending precourses, registering at the citizens‘ service office – all this should be tackled before the lectures start.

Discover the city!

Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

Try out discovery tours

What exactly does it look like in the main university building or the main library? Do you fancy a walk? Our virtual discovery tours also make it possible online.

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Central Student Advisory Service

University Main Building / SSZ

Fürstengraben 1

07743 Jena

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+49 3641 9-411111

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To the advisory services

Office hours:

We will offer consultations and the handling of your concerns in person as well as by e-mail, video chat and telephone.

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 to 12:20, Wednesday 14:00 to 16:00

Appointments can be made by phone or via Service-Desk.

Video chat: