Orientation days at Friedrich Schiller University

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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Quick start: Straight to the content.
Information about starting your studies
General events and training sessions
Subject-specific events
Additional events for international students
Advantages of Jena
Friedolin training sessions
Questions about starting your studies de
Guide for new studentsExternal link

We are happy that you have decided to study in Jena! The Orientation Days took place until 31 March. 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:

Discover the city!

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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.
Central Student Advisory Service
University Main Building / SSZ
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena
Google Maps site plan
+49 3641 9-411200 +49 3641 9-411111
To Service-Desk
To the advisory services
Office hours:
We offer consultations and the handling of your concerns in person, via video chat or telephone. Appointments can be made by phone or via service desk.

Consultation hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00 to 12:20, Tuesday 14:00 to 18:00 and on Wednesday and Thursday from 14:00 to 16:00.
Video chat:
Videochat Zeiten
Monday to Friday 12.30 to 13:00
Videochat Passwort
ZSB2020