Bachelor's Introduction Week
Useful links
Contact
- For questions about your introduction week,
please contact the introduction week coordinator at oecon-russek@econ.au.dk
- For questions about your degree programme,
please contact the student counsellors
Get a virtual introduction
You can prepare yourself by going through Aarhus University's online introductory course Study@AU which introduces you to digital platforms, counselling, support units, and life as a student.
The introduction consists of modules, which you can go through separately. The entire introduction takes about 2 hours. You can access the course in Brightspace from mid-August – under “My courses".
Welcome to your degree programme and introduction week
Welcome to your degree programme
I would like to welcome you to the economics programme at the Department of Economics and Business Economics, where you will have a unique opportunity to develop personally and professionally.
We will challenge you and provide you with knowledge and competencies that are in high demand in both the private and the public sector, in Denmark as well as abroad.
Starting a degree programme at the university might feel like quite a radical change. It calls for a completely different level of independence and responsibility for your own learning than an upper secondary education. The lecturers are researchers who will provide you with the latest knowledge during their teaching. You will learn to apply this knowledge when working with assignments and projects during your studies.
You will also become part of a large social community on your degree programme. There are many opportunities to participate in the various student associations which organise parties, academic events, trips abroad and much more.
To give you the best start at the university, we have organised a great introduction week for you. You will be introduced to the academic as well as the social aspects of your degree programme and get to know your fellow students.
I encourage you to engage in your studies both academically and socially. I am sure that doing so is the recipe for having five fantastic years at the Department of Economics and Business Economics.
Kind regards,
Michael Svarer
Director of studies for the degree programme in economics
Welcome to the introduction week
Dear future economics student
A warm welcome to you as you embark on your journey as a student of economics! Ahead of you lies an exciting student life at the Department of Economics and Business Economics, with an academic and social environment we look forward to introducing you to.
Over the coming years, you will develop both academically and personally. To help you get off to a good start, we have put together a team of 12 tutors – experienced students from your own degree programme – who are ready to guide you through your first steps as a university student.
The introduction programme, also known as introduction week, will take place in week 35 and offers a mix of academic sessions and social activities. It’s a great opportunity to get to know your fellow students and ease into university life. Introduction week is for everyone, and our goal is to give you a positive and unforgettable experience that lays the foundation for a strong social community.
We have also organised an autumn trip, which will take place from 26–28 September – so be sure to mark your calendar.
We look forward to meeting you and hope you’ll have a fantastic introduction week and a great start to your studies!
Kind regards
The introduction week coordinators
Sofie Midtgaard Havsteen & Mikkel Hytte Rasmussen
All about your introduction week
Programme for the introduction week
The commencement of studies begins with an introduction week, giving you the chance to get to know your fellow students. Your introduction week starts on Monday 25 August 2025 at 08:45.
Please be there 10-15 minutes before to get checked in.
There is an alcohol policy for the introduction week at Aarhus BSS to ensure that all activities are held in a responsible way. Read the alcohol policy here.
Monday
Bring sports wear
| 08:45 | Welcome and photos in Fuglesangssalen |
| Before noon |
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| Afternoon | Park Olympics in the Botanical Garden |
| 19:00–01:00 | Welcome party and dinner with ØF in Fuglesangssalen |
Tuesday
| 09:00 | Breakfast in teaching rooms |
| Before noon |
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| Afternoon | Student association crawl |
| Evening | Game night |
Wednesday
| 08:30 | Breakfast in teaching rooms |
| Before noon |
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| Afternoon |
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| Evening |
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Friday
| 09:15 | We meet in class rooms (bring your laptop) |
| Before noon | The Sports tournament at the soccer fields |
| Afternoon | Friday Bar |
Payment for the introduction week
Participation in the introduction week costs DKK 750,-.
This includes lunch Monday to Wednesday, breakfast Tuesday and Wednesday as well as dinner Monday and Wednesday. It also includes all the activities during the introduction week and the weekend trip.
You pay via this link: TBA
Deadline for payment: 18 August
A checklist for the introduction week
- Follow the Facebook page about the introduction week
- Follow us on Instagram: @oeconrussek
Here, we will give your practical information before and during the introduction week.
Important to know as a new student
How to stay informed as a student
Mystudies.au.dk
Mystudies.au.dk is your single point of access to study information and self-service systems, providing you with a personalised overview of your courses, timetable, announcements and events. You can use mystudies.au.dk on your phone or tablet as well.
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Brightspace
Brightspace is a learning management system, where you can communicate with lecturers and co-students. This is where your lecturer will inform you about changes to the timetable and upload teaching materials. Therefore, it is important that you check Brightspace often.
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The study portal
The study portal is this current website, where you can find all official information about your degree programme – e.g. academic regulations, student counselling, exam schedules and rules, everything related to your study environment, your schedule etc.
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Your AU email
All students at Aarhus University will receive an AU email address (studentregistrationnumber@post.au.dk). It is important that you use this email address when you contact the Student Counsellors' Office or similar recipients. It is also important that you check your AU email, as Aarhus University might send you important information – for instance about important deadlines.
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You can log on to your AU email at post.au.dk
Get help and guidance during your studies
Student Counsellors' Office
You are always welcome at the Student Counsellors' Office with study related issues – such as questions about exams, rules and requirements, leave of absence, parental leave, study planning, dispensations, social well-being, challenges etc. At the Student Counsellors' Office, we have a duty of confidentiality, so everything you tell us will remain confidential.
IT support, the bookstore and the library
IT support
Bookstore
Stakbogladen is Aarhus University's book store located on Ringgaden. Here you can find all the literature you need for the semester. You can also buy your books online at www.stakbogladen.dk, where you can find a list of all the literature you need for your degree programme. You receive 10% student discount.
It is also possible to purchase your books at our pop-up shop at Fuglesangs Allé 18, which is open twice a year at the beginning of the semester.
AU Library
At AU Library, you can:
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find academic information and literature
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find areas for studying and rooms for group work
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get assistance in how to search, assess and organise academic information.
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There are two libraries in Aarhus affiliated with Aarhus BSS:
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Bartholins Allé 11
Read more about the library
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Fuglesangs Allé 4
Read more about the library
Time table and course descriptions
Timetable
You can always find your timetable at MyStudies and here at your study portal under Teaching > Timetable. Changes may occur and therefore it is important to check your timetable on a regular basis.
Understand the organisation
Aarhus BSS is one of the five faculties at Aarhus University and home to the academic disciplines within business and social sciences. The official name is School of Business and Social Sciences’, commonly referred to as Aarhus BSS.
Aarhus BSS has six departments: Department of Economics and Business Economics, Department of Political Science, Department of Management, Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Department of Law, and Department of Business Development and Technology.
Code of Conduct and freedom of speech
The Code of Conduct describes some core values and expectations to student behaviour when on campus and/or when representing Aarhus BSS and Aarhus University.
A bit about your degree programme
Teaching
During your first two years at university, you will have about 20 hours of teaching per week. In addition, you will have to solve a number of assignments each week. A study group is a good place for discussing difficult theories and solving assignments.
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The Bachelor’s degree programme consists of two forms of teaching: lectures and classroom instruction.
- Lectures
Lectures are given in a lecture theatre by a lecturer who presents the key points of a certain subject. Usually, this is a matter of one-way communication, but it is also allowed to ask questions. A piece of good advice is to read the material for the lecture beforehand. This will give you a better understanding of the lecture. - Classroom instuction
From the very first day, everyone will be divided into classes. A class consists of 25-30 students. During the first year, there will be classroom instruction for all courses. An instructor (older student) will be responsible for the teaching. During classroom instruction, you will present and discuss your answers to a number of exercises. The instructor will help you solve difficult exercises and answer questions about the syllabus.
Get a virtual introduction
You can prepare yourself by going through Aarhus University's online introductory course Study@AU which introduces you to digital platforms, counselling, support units, and life as a student.
The introduction consists of modules, which you can go through separately. The entire introduction takes about 2 hours. You can access the course in Brightspace from mid-August – under “My courses".
Useful links
Contact
- For questions about your introduction week,
please contact the introduction week coordinator at oecon-russek@econ.au.dk
- For questions about your degree programme,
please contact the student counsellors