Information sessions online

All who register for an information session will be able to participate in a live Zoom, and will also receive a recording of the event. If you're not available for all the sessions that you'd like to attend, we will record them so you can always watch them afterwards. We will also offer a live Q&A sessions where you can ask any of your questions to the student recruitment team.

Information sessions online about Uppsala, autumn 2024

Founded in 1477: Get to know your new university!

Monday 26 August 10:00-10.45

Uppsala University has a long and rich history and in this session our University Guide Mikael Norrby will introduce you to your new university and share some highlights from our 500 years of history.

General Q&A's

Monday 26 August 14:00-15:00

Moving to a new country to study may lead to a lot of questions and concerns! If you want to ask us a question, log into this general Q&A session over Zoom and we can help you! Please note that we cannot answer specific questions about your course or programme, this zoom session is more for generic everyday life questions.

Discover Uppsala: Get to know your new home town!

Tuesday 27 August at 10:00-10:45

Moving to a new city means a lot to discover and see! In this session, our university guide Mikael Norrby will share his highlights from Uppsala. Please note that this session is for students admitted to programmes at one of our Uppsala campuses.

Student Health Services: Sustainable Student Life

Tuesday 27 August at 11:00-11:45

Studying and living abroad can be challenging in many ways especially with lots of expectations coming from several different directions. It is important to manage your stress and lifestyle so that you can continue to achieve your goals and enjoy your time here. Join us to get tips to create a sustainable and enjoyable student life!

Stay active! Sports facilities and outdoor activities in Uppsala

Tuesday 27 August at 13:30-15:00

Being active is a great way to clear your mind after a long day of studying. In this session, you will learn about how to join our campus gym, as well as ways to stay active by going outside and discovering Uppsala’s many hiking trails, lakes and forests.

Student Health Services: Cultural Adjustment, including advice from current students and religions in Sweden

Wednesday 28 August at 11:00-12:00

Welcome to Sweden! It is common to face many differences when you move to a new place and it can help to understand more about the new culture to enjoy it. It can require a lot energy and time to adapt and find your way. Join us to get tips on how to adjust to Swedish culture.

UU Careers and Alumni

Wednesday 28 August at 13:00-13:45

Do you want to stay in Sweden and work after graduation, or are you may be considering a research career? Regardless of your goals, the study- and career counsellors at UU Careers are here to support your career planning. Also, our Alumni department will give you a brief guide on how to become an alumnus and the benefits of this after your studies

Get involved! Uppsala Student Nations and what they can offer to students

Wednesday 28 August 15:00 -15:45

You’ve probably heard a lot about the student nations, but what are they really? Join this session to learn about Uppsala’s student nations and what they can offer you!

University Library and The Language Workshop

Thursday 29 August at 09:15-10:30

Good research starts in the library and in this session, you will learn about all the resources available at university libraries. You will also learn about the resources available at The Language Workshop to help students master their writing and speaking skills.

Basic Swedish

Thursday 30 August at 10:00-10:45

If you’re considering a career in Sweden after graduation, learning Swedish is also an advantage, so this session also contains information on the Swedish language courses available through the university.