All international students are required to attend a compulsory orientation meeting held by the International Office on Monday, 12 August.
Changes to the schedule may occur. Please check the schedule closer to the start of the orientation week for a most up to date version.
MONDAY - FRIDAY, 5 - 9 AUGUST 2019
12:00 - 13:00 Welcome Committee
Where: "Velkomsten" room A134 (entrance A, passed the stairs and the first door on your right hand-side)
Who: All new students
Between 5 - 9 August, 12:00 - 13:00, you have the opportunity to meet a representative of your study programme at Nord University. But also if you have any question or need help come along and speak to one of the students from Welcome Committee. They will be pleased to offer their assistance. Check out their webpage for more information here.
SUNDAY, 11 AUGUST 2019
18:00 Pre-study BBQ
Where: Outside the main canteen (find your way here)
Who: All new students
The student's welfare organisation "Studentinord" is hosting a BBQ party for all new students outside the main canteen, where the Rector and Deans at Nord University will be the Head Chefs for the evening and serve food;) This is an exciting event to meet new students.
MONDAY, 12 AUGUST 2019
10:00 - 14:00 Orientation meeting - International Office
The International Office at Nord University is holding an orientation day for all international students, which is packed with important information and useful events to help you get familiar with the university. The orientation day is mandatory for international students to attend. View full programme here.
14:00-15:00 Faculty Welcome - Faculty of Biosciences & Aquaculture
Where: 2448 (find your way) Having trouble finding the room? The International Coordinator at FBA will meet you after the orientation meeting held by the International Office.
Who: All new exchange students at FBA.
Meet the International Coordinator at FBA and your fellow exchange students. Get helpful information to ensure a smooth start to your studies as an exchange student at FBA and get familiar with the faculty and lab facilities. Norwegian "lefse" will be served during the meeting.
16:00
BBQ
The student's welfare organisation "Studentinord" is hosting a BBQ party for all new international students outside the main canteen. This is a great way to meet other international students.
TUESDAY, 13 AUGUST 2019
11:00 Opening new academic year 2019/20 - Official ceremony
Where: Outside the main entrance (find your way)
Who: All new students
Please note that the ceremony is held in Norwegian.
13:00 Opening new academic year - Faculty Welcome FBA
Where: A12 Elsa Laula Renberg (find your way)
Who: All new students at Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture (FBA)
Please note that the ceremony is held partly in Norwegian, partly in English.
14:15 Refreshments will be served outside the auditorium
14:30 Meet your buddy - Faculty's student union Nugla
Where: A12 Elsa Laula Renberg (find your way)
Who: All new students at Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture
Welcome from the student union Nugla. All new students meet the faculty's buddies and become part of a buddy group. The buddies will guide you through the coming weeks and help you settle in. For more information check out the buddy programme.
WEDNESDAY, 14 AUGUST 2019
11:00-12:00 Pizza lunch
Where: Main entrance "Gråsona" (find your way)
Who: All new students at Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture (FBA)
Eat as much as you want. Free pizza is served!
11:30-14:00 Safety at Sea course
Where: Meeting point - main entrance (find your way)
Who:
Exchange students at FBA
We will walk from campus to FBA's research station, which is located in Mørkvedbukta (approx. 20 mins). At Mørkvedbukta you will take part in a guided tour of the research station as well as a theoretical and practical safety course. Completion of the course is necessary in case you are going on excursions with our research vessel Tanteyen later during your studies.
Evening activity
The student union Nugla arranges activities in the evening. Tickets for sale
THURSDAY, 15 AUGUST 2019
08:00-10:00 Breakfast hosted by Studentinord
Where: Main canteen (find your way)
Who: All new students
Get a good start in the morning with delicious free breakfast. This is also a good way to meet fellow students.
09:30-10:15 Guided Laboratory tour
Where: Meeting point - main entrance (find your way)Who: Exchange students at Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture Our lab technician will take you on a tour around our labs and cutting-edge facilities on campus.
10:30-14:00 Tour de Nord
Where: tba
Who: All new students
Join your buddy group in a scavenger hunt, which takes you around campus. At the end of this not-to-miss event all participants can enjoy themselves with great music and free food.
FRIDAY, 16 AUGUST 2019
09:00-10:30 Hike to Hundstadtoppen
Where: Meeting point main entrance (find your way)
Who: Biology first-year students and exchange students
If the weather allows, you are going to the popular hiking destination Hundstadtoppen. This will be a 4 km well-marked path up a slight incline. At 218m above sea level you will enjoy a stunning 360 degree view. Dress according to weather. Wear hiking boots or sneakers. A snack and refreshment are included.
For more activities during the first weeks of the semester, please check out the buddy programme.