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 seperately. The entire introduction takes about 2 hours. You can access the course in Brightspace from mid-August – under “My courses".
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
A warm welcome to you, a new fellow student of economics.
Student life is just around the corner, and we look forward to introducing you to the unique student life here at the Department of Economics and Business Economics, which you will certainly be happy to be a part of. To guide you into the degree programme and student life, we have selected 12 tutors who are experienced students within your own field of study.
The introduction week takes place in week 35 and will include a mix of academic and social events around the Fuglesangs Allé campus. These days will give you the opportunity to be introduced to the university environment that you will be a part of. The introduction week is for everyone, and the most important thing is that all new students have a positive and memorable experience. The introduction week contribute to the basis for the social community at the university.
In addition, we have planned an introduction trip in September. The trip takes place from 27-29 September; so please save the date.
We hope that you have a great introduction week and a great start to your degree programme.
Kind regards,
The introduction week coordinators
Mathilde Larsen og Mollie Kongsbak Fossaberg
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 26 August 2024 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 |
Tuesday
09.00 | Breakfast in class rooms |
Before noon |
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Afternoon | Student association crawl |
Evening | Game night |
Wednesday
08.30 | Breakfast in class rooms |
Before noon |
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Afternoon |
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Evening |
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Friday
09.30 | We meet in class rooms (bring your laptop) |
Before noon | The Sports tournament at the soccer fields |
Afternoon | Friday Bar |
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: 19 August
Here, we will give your practical information before and during the introduction week.
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.
You can log on to your AU email at post.au.dk
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.
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.
At AU Library, you can:
find academic information and literature
find areas for studying and rooms for group work
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:
Bartholins Allé 11
Read more about the library
Fuglesangs Allé 4
Read more about the library
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.
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.
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.
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.
There are many different student organisations at campus which enrich everyday life for many students. As part of an organisation, you can help develop exciting events of an academic as well as social nature. You will be presented to the organisations in the ‘organisation run’ during the introduction week.
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 seperately. The entire introduction takes about 2 hours. You can access the course in Brightspace from mid-August – under “My courses".