Master's Introduction

Welcome to Aarhus BSS
Economics

Welcome to
Aarhus BSS

Economics


Welcome to your new Master's degree programme

Below, you will find all the information relevant to your commencement of studies.

The introduction Day is for new Master's degree students from other universities. Please stay informed on this page, as the programme and dates might change.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Get a virtual introduction

You can prepare yourself by going through Aarhus University's online introductory course Study@AU which gives you answers to several practical questions.

You will be introduced to digital platforms, counselling and support units, and life as a student. This online 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".

Introduction day

Introduction meeting

The introduction day is for students who do not have a Bachelor’s degree programme from Aarhus University. Please stay updated on this site, as the programme may change

Friday 1 September
Meeting point: Main entrance, Fuglesangs Allé 4, 8210 Aarhus V (use the app "AU Find")

9.00 We meet and introduce ourselves Main entrance Aarhus BSS
9.30 Introduction games Building 2628- room M107
10.00 First part of presentation on academic requirements (ECTS requirements, types of courses, examination
methods)
  • Please bring your own computer in order to set up the account
11.00 Tour of campus Fuglesangs Allé
11.45 Lunch –  bring your own or buy it in the canteen
  • Choose your pizza for dinner (if you don't want pizza, you can bring your own food for the last activity)
BSS Canteen
12.20
  • Second part of presentation
  • Working with Brightspace – BSS’ E-Learning system (course registration/deregistration, course subscription, student ID)
  • Individual schedule
2628-M107
13.20

Bike tour – optional (approx. 10 km – remember to bring a bike.)

Places: Studenterhuset Aarhus, University Park,
Det Kongelige Bibliotek, Dokk1, Inner City, Åen,
Mølleparken and Botanical Garden
15.00 Rest at home or attend the semester’s first Friday bar! (We will provide a little snack.)
18.00
  • Pizza and beverages
  • Bring your own drinks
  • Bring a fun outdoor game if you have one
  • For those who are up for it, we can go to a bar in the city center.
Botanical Garden or if it rains 2628-M107

Find your way

Find your way to the campus at Fuglesangs Allé 4.

You can download the app AU Find to help you find your way around campus at Aarhus University.

Important platforms, counselling, support and bookstore

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. It also gives you direct access to other platforms such as the Student Self-Service and Brightspace. You can use mystudies.au.dk on your phone or tablet as well.

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Brightspace
Brightspace is a learning management system, providing teaching staff and students with one shared online platform. The platform supports easy access to group work and lets you send and receive messages. 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. You can find all information via the menu on the left, e.g. academic regulations, student counselling, exam schedules and rules, everything related to your study environment, your time tables etc. We encourage you to check the study portal if you need information about your degree programme.

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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 write to 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.

Studen coulselling and help

Student Counsellors' Office
You are always welcome at the Student Counsellors' Office with questions regarding your life as a student. We are happy to answer any 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. This means that everything you tell us will remain confidential.


Aarhus BSS Student Services
At Aarhus BSS Student Services, you can get help and guidance on any practical and administrative questions  in relation to your degree programme. We can help you with print transcripts of your grades, verify that you are actively enrolled, register for courses and exams, and apply for exemption, etc.


Bookstore, library and it-support

Bookstore

Stakbogladen

Stakbogladen is Aarhus University's book store and you can buy your books online at www.stakbogladen.dk. You can find a list of the literature you need for the semester. It is also possible to purchase your books at our pop-up shop at Fuglesangs Allé 18, wich is open twice a year in the beginneing of the semester. You receive 10% student discount.


AU Library

At AU Library, you can:

  • find academic information and literature
  • find areas for studying and rooms for working in groups
  • 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:


IT support

IT is an integrated part of your ife as a student, and you are always welcome to contact the IT support. The IT support can help you with a broad range of services, including usernames and passwords, your student email and accessing the wireless network via eduroam.

You will find the IT support at Fuglesangs Allé (building 2628) and Bartholins Allé (building 1322). 

Understand the organisation

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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 ‘Aarhus University, 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 expression

The Code of Conduct for students at Aarhus BSS aims to describe the school’s core values and expectations to student behaviour when on campus and/or when representing Aarhus BSS and Aarhus University. 

All students are expected to adhere to the values represented in this Code of Conduct.

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Aarhus University is committed to safeguarding freedom of expression and the individual’s opportunity to realise their potential. Open dialogue and tolerance for different views constitute the very foundation of the university’s activities.

Read more about the freedom of expression at Aarhus University

Get a virtual introduction

You can prepare yourself by going through Aarhus University's online introductory course Study@AU which gives you answers to several practical questions.

You will be introduced to digital platforms, counselling and support units, and life as a student. This online 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".

Contact