Preparation for studies
Preparation for studies
How can I prepare for my degree programme?
Studying at university often represents a completely new stage in your life. You may be wondering what you will have to face during your studies and what competences and skills are expected of you. You may not have attended sixth form and/or you may have left school a long time ago, so you are unsure whether your knowledge is sufficient for starting university.
In any case, it is worth preparing for your studies at an early stage. Below you will find tips and further information on preparing for university.
Study preparation before enrolment
Many university lecturers expect students to have knowledge acquired during the upper secondary school years, for example in subjects such as mathematics, English or subjects closely related to your chosen degree programme. This also includes reading, working through material, summarising, writing academic texts and justifying your own position.
Find out well in advance what knowledge is required. Books and study materials designed to help you prepare for your A-levels offer one way of refreshing the required basic knowledge. You can also contact adult education providers to find out how you can prepare academically for your degree programme in subjects such as English and mathematics.
Study preparation after enrolment
Starting university can present a few challenges – after all, for most students, university is uncharted territory. But that also means you’re not on your own!
Check the website of your degree programme’s student body to find out what support is available to you as a first-year student. The student body provides a range of resources to help you find your feet, such as freshers’ guides, course overviews, introductory videos, podcasts and interviews with students offering tips on getting started. The student body is also on hand to answer any questions you may have about starting your degree.
On the ‘InfoPortal Studiums’ pages, you’ll find all the key information on starting your studies as a first-year student in one place (e.g. dates, video highlights, information on accommodation in Oldenburg).
Information for first-year students
To provide the best possible support as you begin your studies, the University of Oldenburg offers a wide range of services for new students. Find out in good time on your degree programme’s website about:
- Preparatory courses
- Orientation week
- Learning workshop programmes (academic writing)