At the start of the academic year, the HfM Würzburg offers all new students the opportunity to find out about degree programmes, explore the university and get to know lecturers and fellow students.

On Onboarding Day, new staff members have the chance to get their first impressions, meet colleagues and even take part in a workshop with Oliver Berger.

The ‘Welcome Day’ for new international students kicks off the programme of information events:
Friday, 9 October 2026, from 10.00 am in the multi-purpose room (Hofstallstraße building).

On Tuesday 13 October 2026, the following events are on the programme for all new students to mark the start of the academic year:

9.30 am | H Main Hall | Hofstallstraße Building
Enrolment ceremony

11.30 am – 1.00 pm | B U 08 | Bibrastraße building
Introduction to the Bachelor’s degree programmes in art and education

1.30 – 3.00 pm | B U08 | Bibrastraße Building
Introduction to the Bachelor’s degree programmes in the arts

1.30 pm – 2.15 pm | R 224 | Residenzplatz Building
Introductory session for Master’s programmes in the arts and education (EMP/Vocal Music Practice/Inclusion/Community Music)

3.30 pm – 6.00 pm| R Chamber Music Hall | Residenzplatz Building
General meeting of the Jazz Department for all jazz students and teaching staff

3.00 pm – 4.30 pm | B U 08 | Bibrastraße Building
Introduction to the Master’s programmes

On Monday, 19 October 2026:
2.00 pm – 3.00 pm | H Small Hall | Hofstallstraße Building
Chamber music information session
Prof. Denise Benda | Prof. Theodor Nüßlein | Wolfgang Nüßlein

On Tuesday, October 20 2026:
12.30 pm – 2.00 pm | B U 08 | Bibrastraße Building
General Assembly on School Music for all school music students and teachers
Prof. Dr. Gerhard Sammer | Prof. Dr. Alexis Kivi

The ceremonial opening of the academic year on Wednesday, 23 October 2026, at 6.00 pm in the Great Hall (Hofstallstraße Building) will mark the highlight and conclusion of the events to kick off the academic year. Alongside informative speeches, an engaging musical programme will ensure an entertaining evening.