Information sessions for international students

Webinars on General Q&A

Moving to a new country to study may lead to a lot of questions and concerns! If you want to ask us at the university something, please log into this general Q&A session over Zoom and we can help you! Please note that we cannot answer very specific questions about your course or programme, for this we recommend contacting your course or programme coordinator.

• Monday 22 August, 10:00-11:00: Register and join via Zoom*
• Wednesday 24 August 24, 15:00-16:00: Register and join via Zoom*
• Thursday 25 August 25, 15:00-16:00: Register and join via Zoom*

Webinar: Discover Visby - Get to know your new home town!

Moving to a new city means a lot to discover! In this session, our university guide Mikael Norrby will share his highlights from Visby and Gotland. 

• Monday 22 August, 15:00-16:00: Register and join via Zoom*

University Library and The Language Workshop

Good research starts in the library! 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.

• Tuesday 23 August, 13:00-14:00: Register and join via Zoom*

UU Careers and Learning Swedish

Do you want to stay in Sweden and work after graduation, or are you maybe considering a research career? Regardless of your goals, our study- and career counselors are here to help you with tips and advice! 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.

• Tuesday 23 August, 15:00-16:00: Register and join via Zoom*

Stay active! Sports facilities and outdoor activities on Gotland

Being active is a great way to clear your mind after a long day of studying. In this session, you will learn about  ways to stay active through sports and discovering Gotland’s many outdoor activities.

• Wednesday 24 August, 13:00-14:00: Register and join via Zoom*

University studies in Sweden: What we expect from students, and what you can expect from us

Moving to a new country to study can be a daunting process. In this session, you will learn the basics about how university studies in Sweden work – and how they may differ from in other countries! Associate Professor Brian Palmer, who moved from Harvard to Uppsala, will give examples of ways to thrive here, followed by questions and discussion.

• Wednesday 24 August, 14:00-15:00: Register and join via Zoom*

Student Health Services: Sustainable Student Life

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!

• Thursday 25 August, 11:00-11:30: Register and join via Zoom*

Student Health Services: Cultural Adjustment, including advice from current students

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.

• Thursday 25 August, 13:00-13:45: Register and join via Zoom*

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*Zoom is a tool for online, real-time meetings, widely used on many courses for Uppsala University. You can attend lectures and take part in seminar discussions. Read more on Zoom for students.