Orientation programme and roll-call in Alnarp
Last changed: 20 March 2025
Welcome to SLU! On this page, you will find information about the orientation programme and roll-call day. We kindly ask you to check this page regularly for important updates.
The orientation programme - 25-29 August 2025
During the orientation programme, you will receive valuable information about Sweden and studying at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. The programme is designed for international master's and bachelor's students, as well as exchange students. While attendance is not compulsory, we strongly recommend that you take part, as it provides essential insights into studying in Sweden, along with the opportunity to meet fellow students and enjoy some fun activities.
The orientation programme will be organised partly online and partly on campus.
A schedule will be published here at the beginning of May.
The roll-call day - 1 September 2025
Master's programmes and the bachelor programme Forest and landscape
If you have been admitted to a master's programme or the bachelor programme Forest and landscape the first day of the semester is 1 September. The roll-call day starts with a joint welcome ceremony for programme students and programme-specific roll-calls. Detailed information will be published here at the beginning of June.
Attending roll-call day is compulsory for all newly admitted programme students. Compulsory attendance at digital roll-calls applies to students admitted to distance learning programmes.
Exceptions are possible if a student has special reasons for not attending. Students who cannot attend and have special reasons must inform SLU of this by emailing admissions@slu.se no later than 09.00 on 1 September. If you stay at home due to special reasons, you are also encouraged to contact your program coordinator. You can find the contact information on the program page.
Freestanding or distance courses
If you are accepted to a freestanding course, you are usually able to register online. Online registration will be open in Ladok one week before the course starts. To be able to register online, you need to activate your student IT account first (See "How to activate your student IT account" in the checklist). If you cannot register online, your teacher can also register you at the first lecture.
You will find your course schedule on the course pages.
You are also welcome to attend the orientation programme, see information above.
Exchange students
It is mandatory for exchange students to attend the course start. At the first class, you will receive important information about the course and the requirements in relation to examination and grading. Registration to the course is required to be able to attend classes, and will activate your insurance and student account.
