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Welcome to Aalborg University
Master’s Programme in Tourism
Autumn 2018
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Table of Contents
1. Welcome to Aalborg University ................................................................................. 3
2. Introduction Program – September 4th, 2018 ............................................................... 4
3. Study Coordinators and Secretariat............................................................................. 5
4. Map of Aalborg and the Different Locations of Aalborg University .............................. 6
5. AAU Map – APP ...................................................................................................... 7
7. Relevant Offices and Bodies at Aalborg University ................................................... 10
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1. Welcome to Aalborg University
This pamphlet serves as an aid to all new students enrolled in the tourism programme. We have
included information concerning academic as well as practical and social matters in relation to your
study period at Aalborg University.
In the pamphlet you will find the programme for the introduction day, September 4th, a number of
useful addresses and names of contact persons, and information about University facilities such as
the library, it services, social events, etc.
If you cannot find answers to your specific questions in this pamphlet, please feel free to contact us
and we will be glad to assist you.
We hope you will enjoy your study at Aalborg University, and look forward to seeing you in
September.
Best regards,
Laura James
Study coordinator
Maria Langendorff Hansen
Secretary
Study Advisor
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2. Introduction Program – September 4th, 2018
Kroghstræde 3, room 2.130, 10:15-15:00
September 4th Agenda Place
10:15 – 11:00 Breakfast provided by the University
Introduction to the Tourism Master’s Programme
(by study coordinators Laura James & Karina M. Smed)
Kroghstræde 3,
Room: 2.130
11:15 – 11:30 Intro to Arctic Studies Specialization
(by coordinator Lill Rastad Bjørst)
11:30 – 12:00 AAU Career (by Andre Bjørn Nielsen) Kroghstræde 3,
Room: 2.130
12:30 – 13:15 Academic Information Searching
Langagervej 2
AUB (University
Library), room
Darwin
13:30 – 15:00 Lunch (pizza) provided by the University and guided tour
around Campus
Kroghstræde 3,
Room: 2.130
Welcome to the University
In addition to the Tourism introduction programme the University will also host a welcome
introduction event.
There will be one for Danish students and one for international students.
Welcome reception International students: 31 August
https://www.newstudents.aau.dk/masters-aalborg/information/arrival-welcome/
Welcome reception Danish Students: 4 September, 16.00-17.30
https://www.studiestart.aau.dk/digitalAssets/379/379981_invitation.pdf
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3. Study Coordinators and Secretariat
Study Coordinator 7th, 8th, 9th semester Laura James Phone: 9940 Office Kroghstræde 1, room 2.029 E-mail: [email protected] Contact hours: On demand, send me an e-mail I can help you with: Academic issues related to your studies
Study Coordinator - 10th semester Karina Madsen Smed Phone: 9940 9809 Office Kroghstræde 1, room 2.033 E-mail: [email protected] Contact hours: On demand, send me an e-mail I can help you with: Academic issues related to your studies
Secretary, Maria Langendorff Hansen Phone: 9940 8434 Office: Kroghstræde 1, 1 room 2.013 E-Mail: [email protected] I can help you with: Practical issues on: timetable, Moodle, exam-registration etc.
Secretary, (on maternity leave) Katrine Sandø Stevn Phone: 9940 8434 Office: Kroghstræde 1, 1 room 2.013 E-Mail: [email protected] I can help you with: Practical issues on: timetable, Moodle, exam-registration etc.
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4. Map of Aalborg and the Different Locations of Aalborg University
1) Kroghstræde
2) Fibigerstræde
3) Pontoppidanstræde
4) Frederik Bajers Vej
5) Langagervej
6) Sohngårdsholmsvej
7) Strandvejen/Badehusvej
8) Gammeltorv (Studenterhuset)
Billedet kan ikke v ises.
Tourism studies
located here
Kroghstræde 1-3
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5. AAU Map – APP
Find your way around Aalborg University:
With AAU Map you may easily find your way to
classrooms, work spaces, canteens, libraries and
other relevant locations at Aalborg University.
The app makes it easy to navigate around AAU -
simply use the search function and let the app
guide you to an address or a specific room.
How does AAU map work?
AAU Map works similarily to other navigation apps via GPS. You can search for addresses or
specific room numbers at AAU, and once you have entered a location, the route shows on a map
that guides you from your current position to your desired destination.
Get the app in App Store or Google Play.
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6. Useful Information
Social security number
You will be assigned a provisional social security number, when are enrolled at the university. Once
you have received your official social security number from the municipality, please let the University
know. You just have to send an email to [email protected] including your provisional
number which one you got from the International Office (your birthday + three letters and one
number) – and the real one from the yellow security card you get from the municipality. It is important
to do this so that you have the correct information on your diploma when you graduate!
Timetable and Courses
You will be able to find the timetables and courses for fall 2017 on Moodle:
https://www.moodle.aau.dk/
Aalborg University Library (AUB)
In the library you will find literature relevant for your studies at Aalborg University, as well as the
latest issue of academic journals (a plethora of these available via online databases), international
newspapers, computers, reading room, CD listening facilities, etc. Furthermore, you can use the
Internet for free on the library’s computers. Opening hours: Monday - Friday: 9am – 5.30 pm,
Saturday - Sunday: closed. Or visit the homepage www.aub.aau.dk. The central library is located at
Langagervej 2, and smaller divisions of the library are spread around campus. For further information,
visit the homepage www.aub.aau.dk. Join the introduction to the library and information/literature
search session (see schedule above for date and time)
Moodle
Moodle: https://www.moodle.aau.dk/ Moodle is the place where you can find all information about
your study. Your timetable is there and possible cancellations will be announced here. Much of the
course literature is also available online via Moodle. Information from the Study Secretary can also
be found on Moodle such as list of supervisors for project writing and exam schedules. During your
study, Moodle is your most important source of information – use it and enrol to the information
forums.
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University Bookstore
In the bookstore − at Fibigerstræde 15 − books needed for courses offered at the Tourism Programme
will be made available. The bookstore also sells stationary that you might need as a student at Aalborg
University. For further information, visit: http://ftu.dk/
Curriculum
You can find the electronic version of the Curriculum on the Faculty of the Humanities' website:
http://www.fak.hum.aau.dk/uddannelse/studieordninger/turisme/
Copy Rooms
Each building has at least one copy room with high-speed copying machines available for students.
If you need to make several copies of your project and have them bound, you can contact the
University’s printing service, UniPrint, at Myrdalsstræde 268 or on telephone 9940 9672.
Access to AAU IT systems
You should already have received a letter explaining how to access the IT system and how to create
your own user profile.
Information is also available at http://www.en.its.aau.dk/, e-mail: [email protected]
University Canteens
Five canteens belong to the University; one of the canteens is at Kroghstræde 3. They sell lunch
meals, sandwiches, snacks, coffee, soft drinks, etc.
Exams
Via STADS you have to register for the courses and exam between September 15th – October 1th
for fall semester. By doing so, you will be registered for the exam. All students must register for a
total of 30 ECTS each semester (equivalent to one complete semester). STADS homepage:
http://www.students.stads.aau.dk/. It is your own responsibility to register for the exam. If you need
assistance, contact the study secretary.
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Digital exam
All of your exams will be conducted in Digital exam. You can read more and see video guides in the
link.
http://www.en.de.aau.dk/students
7. Relevant Offices and Bodies at Aalborg University
The Study Board
The Board of Studies for Cross-Cultural Studies is the main administrative body for students enrolled
in the Tourism Programme. Some of the tasks of the Board are to plan each semester, to evaluate the
past semester and to grant exemptions from the curriculum. Students occupy two out of four seats of
the study board. Check out the homepage to find out who represents the students at the moment:
http://www.en.cgs.aau.dk/education/postgraduate-programmes/the-Study-board-of-Cross-cultural-
studies
International Office
The International Office assists both foreign and Danish students. They help foreign students with
many of the practical issues related to being a foreign student at Aalborg University. Among other
things they arrange for you to have a Danish “buddy” assisting you with practical issues. Moreover,
the International Office can assist you in finding an internship placement or a mobility stay abroad
for your 9th sem. For further information visit their homepage: http://internationaloffice.aau.dk/.
The Career Centre
The Career Counselling Centre is useful for students that are completing their studies and in that
connection are looking for job opportunities. The Career Center offers individual counselling, and it
also offers job-seeking courses for small groups. The office is located at Fibigerstræde 15, 1 floor.
Opening hours: Monday through Friday 10 pm – 3 pm. For further information visit:
http://www.en.aau.dk/
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Student Counsellor
The Study Advisor provides information about the different educations, rules of admission, job
opportunities, leave-of-absence, how to change your study, how to resign from the university – just
to mention a few.
Furthermore, the Student Counsellor for the Tourism Programme e-mail: [email protected]
is available for individual counselling concerning private issues.
The University Chaplaincy
The Chaplaincy is available for counselling - or just for a talk, whenever you need somebody to
discuss an issue with - be it related to faith or not. The chaplains have offices with regular office hours
at the campus area in Fibigerstræde 15, room 2.233 and in Studenterhuset, Gammel Torv 10, 1st floor.
Studentersamfundet (The Student Society)
Studentersamfundet is an organisation for all students at Aalborg University run by volunteer students
for the purpose of making your time of study as good as it can possible be. Studentersamfundet is a
leading actor in student policies at AAU, and is in dialogue with central actors at the university.
Studentersamfundet also has an international branch with info for international students:
http://studentersamfundet.aau.dk/. It is also the organisations behind bars and cafés around campus
(see Mærkbar below).
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8. Social Events
Mærkbar
You will find Mærkbar in Kroghstræde 1, ground floor. The bar is open every Friday from 12 to 8
pm. In Mærkbar you can buy beer and drinks. Many students often hang out in Mærkbar on Fridays
as it is a nice way of relaxing after a hard week at the University.
Studenterhuset (Student House)
Studenterhuset in Aalborg is another place where students meet. Studenterhuset is situated on
Gammel Torv 10, right next to the post office and Budolfi Church in central Aalborg. Studenterhuset
offers various events as e.g. lectures and concerts.
Throughout the year several concerts will take place at Studenterhuset. The entrance price varies from
concert to concert – some are even for free!
Moreover, Studenterhuset also contains a café/bar where you can meet new people from other studies
or just hang out with your fellow students. The café is open Monday and Tuesday: 11.30 am – 23 pm,
Wednesday: 11.30 am through 1.00 am, (Wednesday is International Night), Thursday: 11.30 –
midnight (concerts until 2 am), Friday: 11.30 am - 2 am and Saturday: 3 pm – 2 am, Sunday closed.
For more information, visit Studenterhuset at Gammel Torv or visit the Home page at:
http://www.studenterhuset.dk/
