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Introduction programme

Before the start of the academic there will be a compulsory introduction for all incoming international students.

Date
Event
26-28 August 2025
Festivities in and about the city of Groningen – Bommen Berend
27 August 2025
Faculty of Law Introduction for incoming law students (mandatory) and registration for non-EU (visa etc.)
28 August 2028
University introduction programme (mandatory) for all incoming international students
28 and 29 August 2025
Faculty of Law (mandatory) induction sessions (where we will discuss your course selection)
1 September 2025
Start of lectures (Fall semester)
29 January 2026
University introduction programme (mandatory) for all incoming international students (Spring semester)
30 January 2026
Faculty of Law introduction for incoming exchange students 2nd semester (Spring semester)
2 February 2026
Start of lectures (Spring semester)

Part of the introduction programme is the official University of Groningen Welcoming Ceremony, with an information market where organisations such as the municipality, bank, student associations etc. will be present.

In addition, a Law Faculty introduction session is held, with afterwards an informal drink or lunch to get to know each other.

At the beginning of each semester ESN wil organise an Introduction Weekend for international students in Groningen. More information can be found on the ESN website.

Last modified:15 April 2025 6.25 p.m.