A Warm Welcome to the University of Salzburg!
From 22 September to 4 October 2025, we warmly welcome all first-semester students to the Welcome Weeks. During this period, new students will gain a comprehensive insight into life and studying in Salzburg.
Look forward to a diverse programme featuring helpful information about starting your studies, exciting events to get to know the university, as well as a wide range of services and support offers. In addition, there will be numerous events designed to ease your transition and help you make your first connections.
Programme
You can find an overview of all planned events here. Please note that changes may occur at short notice. Some sessions will be offered multiple times to allow for flexible participation.
Week 1 | 22 to 26 September
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Tuesday, 23.09.2025
Welcome to Salzburg (English)
2:00–2:30 p.m.
online: MEETING LINK
No registration required!
This short lecture is the digital kick-off of the Welcome Weeks and offers a compact orientation for your start into studying in Salzburg. You will receive helpful information about organisational steps that are particularly relevant in the first days of your stay – from registering your residence, to important facilities, and mobility offers.
Presentation slides
Information on language courses at the Language Centre (English)
3:30–4:00 p.m.
online: MEETING-LINK
No registration required!
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Thursday, 25.09.2025
ÖH Compact – Representation & Services for Students (English)
2:30–3:00 p.m.
online: MEETING LINK
This short presentation offers a concise overview of the responsibilities, participation opportunities, and services provided by the Austrian Students’ Union (ÖH) at the University of Salzburg. It introduces key support services such as advisory programmes and financial assistance, and explains the ÖH’s role as the official student representative body at both university and national level.
No registration required!
PLUSorientiert – well informed for your studies (english)
4:00-4:30 p.m.
online: MEETING LINK
No registration required!
In this meeting, you will learn about the orientation course for the first semester and online tools for your studies, as well as helpful tips about student life in Salzburg.
Week 2 | 29 September to 3 October
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Monday, 29.09.2025
Guided Tour of the Main Library
1:00 p.m.
Main Library, Hofstallgasse 2–4, Meeting point: entrance/rental desk
Registration at: REGISTRATION LINK
Guided City Tour (in English)
4:00 PM
Meeting Point: Entrance UNIPARK | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
Registration via: REGISTRATION LINK
Our professionally guided city tours offer you fascinating insights into Salzburg’s baroque Old Town, hidden alleyways, historic squares, and key locations for your studies and everyday life in the city. Whether it’s Mozart, the fortress, or the university – here you will discover what makes Salzburg truly special.
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Tuesday, 30.09.2025
Official Welcome (in german)
10:00–11:00 a.m
UNIPARK | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
No registration required!
Welcome Fair
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
UNIPARK | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
At various information stands, as well as through short talks and workshops, you can learn about the wide range of opportunities and services available at the university. You’ll also receive all the key information you need to get started with your studies.
No registration required!
Short presentations & workshops as part of the Welcome Fair
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
UNIPARK | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
Due to the limited number of participants, advance registration for the short presentations and workshops is required – you will find the link to the registration form for each presentation/workshop!
The following presentations will be given in english:
A) Your rights as a student – orientation in student law
This short presentation provides a concise overview of the key rights and obligations of students. Among other things, it focuses on the regulations governing the organization of studies and examinations. In addition, the ÖH Advisory Center will be presented as the first point of contact for questions relating to student law.
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
B) From advice to participation – the ÖH at your side
The Austrian Student Union (ÖH) at the University of Salzburg presents its wide range of support services – from advice on tenancy law to the Social and Mental Health Fund and funding for student projects. In addition, it shows how the ÖH actively shapes diverse student life and how students can get involved in university politics and help shape the university.
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
C) Student Life in Salzburg – Your Start to University Life
This short lecture introduces student life in Salzburg and at the university and shows how students can actively shape their everyday student life. Among other things, it presents digital support services such as the PLUSTRACK platform and personal experiences of students that bring various facets of student life to life.
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
D) Sportworkshops: Hip-Hop & House Dance
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
No prior knowledge is required for the sports workshops. All you need to bring is comfortable clothing.
E) Sportworkshops: Capoiera
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
No prior knowledge is required for the sports workshops. All you need to bring is comfortable clothing.
Speedfriending
Start: 5:30 p.m.
Location: tbd
Are you new to the University of Salzburg and looking to make your first connections with ease? We warmly invite you to our Speedfriending event! In a relaxed setting, you’ll meet fellow students and get to know the university community.
Register here: LINK TO REGISTRATION
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Wednesday, 01.10.2025
Short presentations and workshops
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Unipark Nonntal, Erzabt Klotz-Straße 1
During short presentations and workshops, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about key topics related to studying at the University of Salzburg. Due to the limited number of participants, advance registration for the short presentations and workshops is required – you will find the link to the registration form for each presentation/workshop!
The following presentations will be given in english:
A) Your rights as a student – orientation in student law
This short presentation provides a concise overview of the key rights and obligations of students. Among other things, it focuses on the regulations governing the organization of studies and examinations. In addition, the ÖH Advisory Center will be presented as the first point of contact for questions relating to student law.
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
Time: 10 am
Room: 1.008 (first floor)
B) From advice to participation – the ÖH at your side
The Austrian Student Union (ÖH) at the University of Salzburg presents its wide range of support services – from advice on tenancy law to the Social and Mental Health Fund and funding for student projects. In addition, it shows how the ÖH actively shapes diverse student life and how students can get involved in university politics and help shape the university.
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
Time: noon
Room: 1.008 (first floor)
C) Student Life in Salzburg – Your Start to University Life
This short lecture introduces student life in Salzburg and at the university and shows how students can actively shape their everyday student life. Among other things, it presents digital support services such as the PLUSTRACK platform and personal experiences of students that bring various facets of student life to life.
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
Time: 11 am
Room: 1.001 (first floo)
D) Level Up Your Future: Kickstart Your Career During Your Studies
Are you new to university? Your future starts now! In this interactive workshop, you’ll gain initial insights into how to strategically use your studies to achieve your career goals. Together, we’ll explore what “career” means to you and how to use your interests and strengths as a compass for your journey. Perfect for anyone who wants to get more out of their university experience.
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
Time: 10:30 am
Room: 1.005 (first floor)
E) Equality in higher education: the Family, Gender, Disability & Diversity department presents its services
Not all students are the same – everyone has different backgrounds and living conditions. How can we create the best possible conditions for all students to succeed in their studies? The FGDD department offers information, support and events on topics such as studying with disabilities/chronic illnesses, balancing studies and childcare or care work, gender diversity and career advancement for women, as well as respectful coexistence in a diverse environment. In this presentation, the department will introduce its work and services for students, as well as contact details.
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
Time: 11 am
Room: 1.008 (first floor)
F) Information on language courses at the Language Centre
Registration & event details via: REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
Time: 10 am
Room: 1.005 (first floor)
Campus Tours
Start time: 14:00
Campus tours will take place at the following locations:
UNIPARK | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1 – Meeting point: in front of the main entrance to UNIPARK
FREISAAL | Hellbrunner Straße 34 – Meeting point: fountain at the main entrance of the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, Hellbrunner Straße 34
SOCIAL SCIENCES | Rudolfskai 42 – Meeting point: foyer between lecture halls HS 380 and 381, Rudolfskai 42
TOSKANATRAKT | Churfürststraße 1 – Meeting point: passageway between the two courtyards of the TOSKANATRAKT, near Entrance 3
Following the campus tour, there will be a short library tour at the respective location (except at the TOSKANATRAKT site).
Please note: The tour at the ITZLING location | Techno-Z, Jakob-Haringer-Straße 2 will start at 15:00, deviating from the other times. The meeting point is in front of lecture hall T01.
At 14:00, the “Welcome at the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences” will take place in lecture hall T01.
No registration is required for the campus and library tours!
Guided City Tour (in English)
4:30 PM
Meeting Point: Entrance UNIPARK | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
Registration via: REGISTRATION LINK
Our professionally guided city tours offer you fascinating insights into Salzburg’s baroque Old Town, hidden alleyways, historic squares, and key locations for your studies and everyday life in the city. Whether it’s Mozart, the fortress, or the university – here you will discover what makes Salzburg truly special.
Evening at the Bar
8 p.m. in various bars in Salzburg
Get to know the city of Salzburg and network with other first-year students – even beyond your own studies: the bar evening for first-year students offers you this opportunity. The first drink in a bar is on us, of course. So don’t miss out on this first Wednesday of your studies!
Registration & further information at: LINK TO REGISTRATION
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Thursday, 02.10.2025
Campus Tours
Start time: 11:00
Campus tours will take place at the following locations:
UNIPARK | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1 – Meeting point: in front of the main entrance to UNIPARK
FREISAAL | Hellbrunner Straße 34 – Meeting point: fountain at the main entrance of the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, Hellbrunner Straße 34
SOCIAL SCIENCES | Rudolfskai 42 – Meeting point: foyer between lecture halls HS 380 and 381, Rudolfskai 42
TOSKANATRAKT | Churfürststraße 1 – Meeting point: passageway between the two courtyards of the TOSKANATRAKT, near Entrance 3
Following the campus tour, there will be a short library tour at the respective location.
Please note: The Campus tour at the ITZLING location | Techno-Z, Jakob-Haringer-Straße 2 will start at 12:00, deviating from the other times. The meeting point is in front of lecture hall T01.
At 11:00, the “Welcome at the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences” will take place in lecture hall T01.
No registration is required for the campus and library tours!
Welcome Party
From 10 p.m.
City Beats, Griesgasse 23
No registration required!
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Friday, 03.10.2025
Guided Tour of the Botanical Garden
10:00 a.m.
Entrance to the Botanical Garden, FREISAAL | Hellbrunner Straße 34
Registration: REGISTRATION LINK
Open Afternoon at the University Fitness Centre (UFZ)
from 1 p.m.
USI/UFZ | Otto-Holzbauer-Straße 3
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Saturday, 04.10.2025
Autumn Hike
9:00 a.m. – approx. 3:30 p.m.
Easy hike on the Gaisberg. In case of bad weather, the autumn hike will be postponed to Sunday, 5 October.
Registration via: REGISTRATION LINK
Contact
If you have any questions about Welcome Weeks, please contact:
Additional Welcome Events at the Faculties and Departments
In addition to the university-wide events, various faculties and departments at the University of Salzburg will also be hosting their own welcome events. You can find an overview of all these events here:
Weeks 8 to 28 September
Digital Welcome Day – Law and Business
Date/Time: 9 September 2025, 5:00 PM
Location: online
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in Law and Business
Welcome Day – Diploma Programme in Law
Date/Time: 16 September 2025, 5:00 PM
Location: Hybrid – Lecture Hall 213, Toskanatrakt | Churfürststraße 1 & online
For the following programmes: Diploma Programme in Law
Short Excursion to the Glasenbach Gorge
Date/Time: 26 September 2025, 2:00 PM
Location: Glasenbach Gorge car park, Meeting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WCXkDNSjGtUZAb1U9
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in Geology
Organised by: Student Representation Geology
Further information: A short excursion through the Glasenbach Gorge offering insights into Salzburg’s geology. Afterwards, there will be a social gathering at the “Weisse” pub. This is a great opportunity to meet your student representatives and fellow students before the semester begins.
Week 29 September to 6 October
Welcome Day – Fascination Biology
Date/Time: 30 September 2025, 1:00–3:00 PM
Location: Lecture Hall 403 (Green Lecture Hall), Freisaal | Hellbrunner Straße 34
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in Biology
Welcome Symposium – Introductory Course in Medical Biology
Date/Time: 30 September 2025, 7:55–11:30 AM
Location: Lecture Hall 401 (Audimax), Freisaal | Hellbrunner Straße 34
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Biology
Further information: Lectures by professors on current topics in Medical Biology. The symposium presents and discusses various aspects, questions, and objectives of research content that shape teaching in Medical Biology at the University of Salzburg. Attendance is mandatory for students enrolled in the introductory course (614.001).
Placement Test for B.Ed. English Teaching Subject, BA English and American Studies + Info Session
Date/Time: 1 October 2025, 9:00–11:00 AM
Location: Lecture Halls E.002 and E.004, Unipark | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
For the following programmes: B.Ed. English Teaching Subject, BA English and American Studies
Further information: The placement test lasts 60 minutes and is mandatory. The info session lasts another 60 minutes and is optional. Without passing the placement test, students cannot be assigned to continuous assessment courses in the department.
Welcome at the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences
Date/Time: 1 October 2025, 2:00 PM
Location: Lecture Hall T01, Itzling | Techno-Z, Jakob-Haringer-Straße 2
For the following programmes: Programmes of the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences
Semester Start – Bachelor’s Degree in Pedagogy (in German)
Date/Time: 1 October 2025, 3:00–7:00 PM
Location: Lecture Hall E.001, Unipark | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree Pedagogy
Further information: Welcome by Prof. Gniewosz (Head of Department) and initial information by Dr. Paschon (Chair of the Curriculum Committee), followed by a brief introduction by the student representatives. Prof. Seichter will then lead the first academic session on “Theories of Education and Learning”. The day concludes with a guided tour of the building in small groups, ending at the student meeting point in the foyer with drinks and snacks for informal exchange and networking among first-semester students.
Welcome for First-Semester Students – Slavonic Studies
Date/Time: 2 October 2025, 1:00 PM
Location: Lecture Hall 3.409, Unipark | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in Slavonic Studies
Meet-and-Greet – Philosophy at the Faculty of Social Sciences
Date/Time: 2 October 2025, 5:30 PM
Location: Entrance Wallistrakt | Franziskanergasse 1
For the following programmes: for new students of the department of Philosophy at the Faculty of Social Sciences
Welcome at the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences
Date/Time: 2 October 2025, 11:00 AM
Location: Lecture Hall T01, Itzling | Techno-Z, Jakob-Haringer-Straße 2
For the following programmes: Programmes of the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences
Week 6 to 12 October
Welcome for First-Semester Students – Master’s Degree in Geography
Date/Time: 6 October 2025, 10:00–12:00 PM
Location: Room SE Geogr (H34OG3.A-012), 3rd Floor, Freisaal | Hellbrunner Straße 34
For the following programmes: Master’s degree in Geography
Semester Kick-Off – Faculty of Law and Economics
Date/Time: 6 October 2025, 6:30 PM
Location: Lecture Hall 206, Toskanatrakt | Churfürststraße 1
For the following programmes: Programmes of the Faculty of Law and Economics
Welcome for First-Semester Students – Bachelor’s Degree in Geography (in German)
Date/Time: 7 October 2025, 10:00–11:30 AM
Location: Room C-006, 3rd Floor, Freisaal | Hellbrunner Straße 34
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in Geography
Welcome Day (as part of the STEOP Lecture “Politics – A Scientific Perspective”) (in German)
Date/Time: 7 October 2025, 9:15 AM
Location: Lecture Hall 380, Social Sciences | Rudolfskai 42
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in Political Science
Kick-Off – History of Art
Date/Time: 7 October 2025, 11:30 AM
Location: Seminar Room 2.133, Unipark | Erzabt-Klotz-Straße 1
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in History of Art
Further information: Welcome for first-semester students by members of the department and student representatives
Welcome Day – Sociology and Social Geography
Date/Time: 9 October 2025, 11:15 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Lecture Hall 381 (11:15–2:00 PM) / Lecture Hall 387 (12:45–2:00 PM), Social Sciences | Rudolfskai 42
For the following programmes: Bachelor’s degree in Sociology
Week 13 to 19 October
EBG Autumn Festival 2025 (in German)
Date/Time: 13/10/2025, 5:15 PM
Location: HS E.001 and Lower Ground Foyer, Unipark Nonntal, Erzabt Klotz-Straße 1
For the following programme: BA Nutrition–Exercise–Health
Further info: Social gathering as part of the lecture series “Introduction to EBG” and the subsequent EBG Autumn Festival (from 7:00 PM) for first-semester students
