Please note, that the general introductory sessions are offered mainly in German.
If your chosen study program is in English, the specific introductory sessions for your program will of course be offered in English. The student councils may switch languages during the sessions for new students if needed.
If you are unsure about an offer's language, do not hesitate to get in touch with the respective contact person!
Prep Courses & Introductory Sessions
Prep Course in Mathematics | optional math prep course to refresh high school math skills | 28.09.–09.10.2026
Prep Course in Biology | optional prep course for biology education majors to refresh high school biology knowledge | from 01.10.2026
Prep Course in Informatics | optional prep course for computer science education majors with little programming experience | 05.10.–09.10.2026
Introductory Sessions | each academic program introduces itself to its new students separately | from 01.10.2026
UP.Start| all of the University of Potsdam's contact points will introduce themselves and answer your questions | 05.10.2026, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Griebnitzsee Campus, bldg. 6 & in front of bldg. 1
Library Orientations | introduction to the Library, Literature Research, and Literature Management | from now & online
By Students, for Students
Freshman events organized by the Student Councils (= Fachschaftsräte/ FSR):
