Semester start for International Business
We look forward to seeing you! Discover what awaits you as a new student.
Welcome as a new student
Congratulations on receiving a place at the master's programme in International Business!
We have compiled important information regarding the start of your study programme below.
Welcome to UiA and Campus Kristiansand!
See also:
- soogand.golesorkhi@uia.no
- Phone
- +47 38 14 14 17
- ingvill.rimstad@uia.no
- Phone
- +47 38 14 27 53
Semester start | 12 August 2024
Orientation programme
Welcome programme for all new international students starting their studies at UiA.
Arrival Day, Orientation Day and Welcome Weekend
Mandatory session
- Time: 12:30-14:00
- Location: B3 008, Campus Kristiansand
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 12 August!
The rest of the semester start
Tuesday 13 August
Course in English for new students
Get to know the systems and software you’ll need as a student.
More information about time and location will be provided.
Monday 19 August
Kick-off event
- Time: 12:00-14:00
- Location: Bygg 46, Campus Kristiansand
Reidar Fuglestad from Kunstsilo will give a short lecture for all students at the School of Business and Law! More information to come.
Important information about this study programme
Computer
For studies and exams at UiA, all students must have a laptop that either uses.
Check computer requirements
Here you can find videos that have been developed to answer everything you need to get started with your studies.
Systems and software
Line association
As a master student in International Business, you are a member of the line association Mercurius.
Line associations are student associations that are linked to specific study programmes. They organise both academic and social activities, and gather students who follow the same study programme, across cohorts.
Follow the School of Business and Law, UiA on social media
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