At the University of Oldenburg, you can study to become a teacher for five different types of school (primary schools, secondary modern schools, grammar schools, special needs education and vocational [...]
Taster day for individuals
Taster day for individuals
What is it actually like to study at the University of Oldenburg? How does a lecture or seminar work? What does the campus look like? What tips do students have for starting a degree programme?
Prospective students can get answers to these and other questions at the taster day.
At the taster day, participants have the opportunity to spend a day getting to know the University of Oldenburg, talk to others and get a taste of regular lectures and seminars.
A special taster day tailored to the teaching profession is offered for those interested in teaching.
The taster days are offered during the lecture periods (summer semester: April to July; winter semester: October to January).
Overall, I really enjoyed the day. I found the programme in particular to be extremely varied. I thought it was very good that a lot of consideration was given to individual interests, both in the lecture and in the free choice of courses. I also found the opportunity to make direct contact with students in the Q&A session very helpful.
Dates and registration
04.06.2026
09:00
–
17:30
Study to become a teacher: Taster day for prospective teachers - Experience university for a day
Studienorientierung und -entscheidung
Schnuppertag
Sample programme for a full-day / half-day taster day (may vary slightly):
| Full day | Half-day |
|---|---|
| 09-09:45: Welcome and campus tour | |
| 10am-12pm: Visit to selected courses | |
| 12-12:45 p.m.: Lunch break | 13-13:45: Welcome and campus tour |
| 12:45-13:45: Introductory lecture "Studying at the University of Oldenburg" | 2-4 p.m.: Visit to selected courses |
| 2-4 p.m.: Attendance at selected courses | 4:15-5 p.m.: Introductory lecture "Studying at the University of Oldenburg" |
| 4-5 p.m.: Discussion round with students | 5-5:45 p.m.: Discussion round with students |
| 5-5:30 p.m.: Conclusion / Q&A session | 6-8 p.m.: Visit to selected courses |
Participation in the taster day is open to all prospective students. We recommend participation from grade 12.
Limited number of participants. Registration is required.
A series of events organised by the Central Student and Career Counselling Service. Please get in touch if you have any questions.
I liked the mixture of authentic/genuine events to get a taste of the programme and specific events for us prospective students. I was also happy to have the chance to look at course formats other than a lecture.