Program overview for 2026 Open Day

Learn about our academic programs in information sessions, and explore the campus on guided tours!

Keynote

Shashi Matta

1.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m.: “AI and Your Future: Jobs, Skills, and What to Study” | Speaker: Prof. Dr. Shashi Matta | Location: Main Building D - Aula, Eichstätt

 

Artificial intelligence is already changing how we work, learn, and make decisions. What does this mean for your future career and for the degree you choose? In this session, we explore how AI is shaping jobs, which skills will become more important, and how students can prepare for a rapidly changing world. The talk offers practical insights to help you think about your studies and career path in the age of AI.

General information offer on studying

Keynote: AI & Your Future

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1.00 p.m. – 2.00 p.m.: AI and Your Future: Jobs, Skills, and What to Study | Speaker: Prof. Dr. Shashi Matta | Location: Main Building D - Aula

Artificial intelligence is already changing how we work, learn, and make decisions. What does this mean for your future career and for the degree you choose? In this session, we explore how AI is shaping jobs, which skills will become more important, and how students can prepare for a rapidly changing world. The talk offers practical insights to help you think about your studies and career path in the age of AI.

Go to degree program website

Interactive LEGO® Serious Play® Workshop

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11.00 a.m. – 12.00 p.m.: Discover Your Future Study Program – An Interactive LEGO® Serious Play® Workshop | Speaker: Prof. Dr. Shashi Matta | Location: Interim-209

This interactive workshop invites prospective undergraduate and graduate students, as well as their parents, to explore their future university studies in a creative and engaging way. Using the LEGO® Serious Play® method, participants build models and exchange ideas to better understand their own interests and hidden strengths—and thus find the right program of study. The workshop also promotes innovative and creative thinking and helps participants develop goals and discover opportunities for their future studies.

Please note: Places are limited. Those interested can pick up a free ticket at the central information desk in front of the KGD building.

Advice on studying abroad

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all day | Information booth: advice on studying abroad| International Office | Location: Interim-014

Information on staying abroad during your studies, as well as advice for prospective students from abroad.

Go to International Office website

Guided tour: KU campus

Discover the KU on a guided tour of the Eichstätt campus. Learn more about the University’s history, exciting academic programs, architectural highlights, and campus life. You’ll be accompanied by a student who will be happy to answer your questions firsthand. | University Communications | 10.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. | 11.00 a.m. – 12.00 p.m. | 12.00 p.m. – 1.00 p.m. | Guided Tour | Meeting point: at the fountain in front of Main Building D

Discover our campus in 360°

 

Guided tour: KU Main Library

The Library – Your Study Hub

The Library is the central hub for learning sessions during your studies. Take a guided tour of the Main Library to experience its award-winning architecture and get an exciting behind-the-scenes look. | Eichstätt University Library | 11.00 a.m. – 12.00 p.m. | 12.00 p.m. – 1.00 p.m. | Guided tour | Meeting point: at the fountain in front of Main Building D

Career advice

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11.30 a.m. – 12.00 p.m.: What’s Next After Graduation? Career Prospects for Graduates of the Humanities and Social Sciences | Speaker: Nina Savarini | Location: Interim-104 (the talk will be held in German)

Discover the career opportunities available after graduation! This presentation will provide an overview of the diverse career fields open to humanities and social sciences graduates. Learn where our alumni are working and get tips on what you can do while still in school to best prepare for your career start.

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all day: Student Advisory Services and Career Service Information Booth | Location: Interim-014

We’ll answer general questions about studying at the KU, admission, housing, internships, career opportunities after graduation, and studying with a disability or impairment.

Go to website of KU Career Advisory Services

Studying at the KU for people with disabilities, impairments or chronic illnesses

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10.30 a.m. – 11.00 a.m.: Studying at the KU for people with a disability, chronic illness, or impairment | Speaker: Nina Savarini | Location: Interim-210

Studying with a disability often requires special arrangements—whether due to mental health challenges, chronic illnesses, specific learning impairments, or mobility limitations. This event provides an overview of available support services and explains how to apply for adjustments to compensate for disabilities/impairments to ensure equal opportunities in everyday student life.

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all day: Student Advisory Services and Career Service Information Desk | Location: Interim-014

We answer general questions about studying at the KU, admission, housing, internships, career opportunities after graduation, and studying with a disability.

Our allrounder: The Interdisciplinary Bachelor's degree program

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3.00 – 3.45 p.m.: Study What You Want! – Flexible Subjects at the KU | Speaker: Marie-Anne Kohll | Location: Interim-008

Languages, social sciences, humanities, cultural studies, economics, music, or art: This event demonstrates how a degree program at the KU can be tailored to individual needs by combining different subjects, even across disciplinary boundaries.

Go to degree program website

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all day: Information booth of the Student Advisory Service| Location: Interim-014

Go to Student Advisory Services website

Side program Ingolstadt campus

Stays abroad & internationality

Campus Ingolstadt
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10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.: Information booth offering advice on studying abroad | International Office | Location: Obstgarten (in case of rain: Foyer of Main Building)

Information on stays abroad (academic study and internships) during your degree program, as well as for prospective students from abroad.

Guided campus tours

Campus wheel of fortune

Ingolstadt campus

10.00 a.m.–1.00 p.m.: Campus Wheel of Fortune | Main Information Desk | Location: Obstgarten (in case of rain: Foyer of Main Building)

DenkNachhaltig! e.V. – Information booth and quiz

Campus Ingolstadt
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Enter the raffle for free, answer questions about sustainability, and win sustainable prizes. | 10.00 a.m.–1.00 p.m. | DenkNachhaltig! e.V. | Location: Obstgarten (in case of rain: Foyer of Main Building)

project e.V.

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10.00 a.m.–1.00 p.m.: project e.V. | Location: Obstgarten (in case of rain: Foyer of Main Building)

Since 1998, as the WFI’s student consulting firm, we have been connecting dedicated students with forward-thinking companies through project work, workshops, and a motivated team.

Information offer on individual subject areas

Please note that the information offer on individual subject areas and degree programs at the Open Day will only be available in German. If you are interested, please refer to the German program website.