Welcome new student

Soon your time at Utrecht University will begin. Here you can read a guide on how to prepare for your studies. From joining the orientation programme to installing digital tools. Come read along, step by step!

Join the orientation programme

In September it's time for the orientation programme. A programme filled with activities to get to know not only the university and your studies, but also your fellow students. Below you'll find the orientation programme. International students can also join the UU Welcome Week. 

Know what to expect

Take a look at your curriculum and the year calendar. Your timetable will be online from mid-August.

Install digital tools and login to platforms

When you start at Utrecht University, you will receive a Solis ID and e-mail address, with which you will have access to various educational platforms that are important for your studies. For example, the MyUU app, Outlook or Brightspace. The MyUU app also contains your digital student card. 

Find it on students.uu.nl

The student website for the MA Intercultural Communication students.uu.nl/en/hum/intercultural-communication is one of the most important digital tools during your studies. Here you will find information on, for example, your curriculum, study advisor or course registration.

Know who to turn to

Studying comes with challenges. Need support? Check Support and development. Contact your Programme Coordinator for programme-related matters. Your Study Advisor helps with personal matters. The Student Information Desk handles practical questions. You can download the Campus Compass for an overview of our buildings and whom to contact for various matters.

Campus Compass

Studying with a disability?

Please contact your study advisor as soon as possible so that facilities can be arranged on time and you can use them right from study period 1.

Are you an international student?

Starting at a new university in a new country can be overwhelming, but we're here to help you make the most of it. Visit our Welcome to Utrecht website to prepare for your arrival as well. 

Studying in Utrecht

  • Campus Compass Check the Campus Compass to find your way at Utrecht University
  • Student life Possibilities for a booming student life in Utrecht
  • Housing Tips for finding student housing in Utrecht

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More about the Faculty of Humanities

Your programme is part of the Faculty of Humanities, the largest faculty at Utrecht University. The Humanities are divided into four areas of expertise:

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