Semester start for Bachelor's Programme in English

This is where you will meet your fellow students and lecturer/ student adviser. There is no teaching on this day, but rather an introductory session where we get to know each other and learn what to expect for the semester ahead.

Attendance is mandatory.

Opening ceremony

Welcome to the formal opening of the academic year on the lawn at Campus Kristiansand, Monday 10 August 2026!

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The rest of the week and find timetable

Tuesday 11 August: Course in digital tools

Course in Digital tools (in English)

Get to know the systems and software you’ll need as a student.

10:15-11:00: Digital tools

Tuesday 11 August: Kick-off seminar

Kick-off seminar for all first-year English students from 12:15 to 14:00 in room B3 001. Meet your lecturers, the student association Linguistica, and the mentoring programme God start. A light lunch will be served.

Monday 17 August: Lectures and seminars starts

Timeplan | Timetable

Thursday 20 August: Social event

Join us for a barbecue and get to know your fellow students and lecturers! The event is for all new bachelor’s students in the programme, from 16:00 to 18:00 in the staff canteen. Food will be served.

New student at UiA

Useful information for new students

Guidance and courses

We provide a wide range of courses, digital guides/courses, and personal guidance.

Academic support and career guidance
Essential systems and software
University Library: literature searches, academic writing, proper source citation, and more

All about semester start at UiA

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Semester start for Bachelor's Programme in English