For First-Year Students
This page will provide you with the information you need to start your studies in Sociology at the School of Social Sciences. For further information, please go to the section for first-year students in the portal of the University of Mannheim.
Welcome to the School of Social Sciences at the University of Mannheim!
I am delighted that you have chosen our university. You are about to enter a new stage of your life full of opportunities, but also challenges. The dean’s office of our School will provide you with services and support during your studies, from the beginning to the end. We hope you will make the most of your time here with lots of pleasant experiences to look back to.
I wish you a great start at the university and in Mannheim and all the best for your studies!
Prof. Michael Diehl, dean of the School of Social Sciences
Orientation week
The lectures begin on Monday, 5 September 2022.
General information to the start of the lectures and introductory events can be found online.
- Bachelor Students Introduction: 1 September 2022, 11.00h, room B 243 in A5, 6 (Building B)
- Master Students Introduction: 29 September 2022, 11:00h, room B 143 in A5, 6 (Building B)
We highly recommend to take part in the orientation events.
On 6 September 2022, Prof. Dr. Michael Diehl, the Dean of the School of Social Sciences, will welcome all first semester students in room A 001 in B6, 23 – 25.
We wish you a good start and all the best for your studies!
Orientation Week Schedule
B.A. Sociology
Monday, 29 August 2022:
- 14:00 – 16:00 – Fair of minor subjects, catacombs
Thursday, 01 September 2022:
- 11:00 – 12:00 – Introduction event B.A. Sociology, Room B243 in A5, 6 (Building B)
Thursday, 01 September 2022:
- 13:00 – 14:00 – Introduction events minor subjects, Room depending on minor subject
Tuesday, 06 September 2022:
- 17:30 – First-Year Student's Welcome Event with Dean Prof. Dr. Michael Diehl, room A 001 in B6, 23 – 25 (Building A)
M.A. Sociology
Examination regulations and module catalogs
You can find comprehensive information on your program (e.g., degree plan, examination regulations, module catalog) here:
