Matriculation ceremony

Dear first semester students! I am delighted that you have chosen Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences. We are taking the start of the winter semester 2024/25 as an opportunity to welcome our new students at a matriculation ceremony. I cordially invite you to this event and look forward to welcoming you to Zittau on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. I look forward to seeing you there!
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Kratzsch, Rector
Program for the 2024 matriculation ceremony

Welcome, dear first semester students!

Let's celebrate the start of your studies together in the Johanniskirche Zittau! Here is the schedule for your unforgettable matriculation ceremony:

  • Admission from 14:30: Come on time and get to know your new fellow students.

  • Start of the ceremony at 3:30 pm: Let's start the ceremony together in the Johanniskirche Zittau and ring in the start of your studies in style.

  • Freshman photos: Capture the moment and have your picture taken.

  • Get-together with good music, delicious food and cool drinks on our campus in Zittau after the ceremony.

  • Party from 21:00: Celebrate with great music and a great atmosphere in our student club Maus in Görlitz.

Please note that we are still working on the exact schedule and will update it continuously. Let's have an unforgettable time together and celebrate the start of your studies! We look forward to seeing you!

You can use our shuttle bus between Zittau and Görlitz (registration required).

Supporting program

The ceremony is followed by a social get-together:

  • Photo shoot and photo box
  • music
  • Drinks & Snacks on the Zittau campus
  • Campus merch with screen printing
  • Get to know people and have fun :-)
  • Party at the student club Maus Görlitz
Use our free shuttle bus

Only for people who have already registered for the bus transfer. We will send you an email with times and departure point.

Clothing

The ceremony will take place in the Johanniskirche Zittau followed by a get-together on our Zittau campus.
A bad weather alternative will be provided on campus.

Please wear appropriate clothing.

Event location Ceremony & Supporting program

Johanniskirche Zittau
Johannispl. 1
02763 Zittau

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Parking in the city center

(5 to 10 min from the venue)

Campus Zittau 

A limited number of free parking spaces are available on our campus. Google Maps

 

Charging station for electric vehicles

Discover Zittau, Görlitz and the region with the family? Here are our tips!

  • Discover Zittau and the Zittau Mountains: history, nature and culture!

    Experience the enchanting town of Zittau and the picturesque Zittau Mountains, the smallest low mountain range in Germany! Immerse yourself in the rich history, marvel at the medieval architecture and be fascinated by the unique Zittau Lenten cloth. Enjoy the variety of cultural events and the warm hospitality of the town. Don't miss the unforgettable train ride on the Zittau narrow-gauge railroad and explore the fascinating Oybin Castle and monastery. Discover the breathtaking hiking trails and viewpoints of the Zittau Mountains. An unforgettable experience awaits you! Get numerous excursion and event tips on the website of the town of Zittau.

  • Zittau narrow-gauge railroad

    The steam trains of the Zittau narrow-gauge railroad run daily from Zittau to the spa towns of Oybin and Jonsdorf.

    Zittau narrow-gauge railroad

  • Discover Görlitz

    Görlitz, the easternmost city in Germany, is home to a fascinating ensemble spanning 500 years of European architectural history. The carefully restored Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Art Nouveau buildings not only delight visitors, but also attract national and international film producers. They not only appreciate the picturesque backdrop, but also the warm hospitality of the people of Görlitz.

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    Get numerous tips for excursions and events at Stadt Görlitz

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    Experience pure relaxation and the incomparable enjoyment of nature at the picturesque Lake Bertzdorf! Nestled in the idyllic landscape of Upper Lusatia, the lake is the perfect destination for an excursion, which is not only particularly attractive in summer, but at any time of year. Here you will find a wide range of opportunities for a relaxing visit and a variety of water sports activities that will make your heart beat faster.

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    Experience Zgorzelec - the Polish part of Görlitz! Just a short walk from the campus in Görlitz, the pedestrian bridge takes you directly to the neighboring country. Numerous restaurants and shopping opportunities await you along the picturesque banks of the Neisse. Immerse yourself in Polish culture and enjoy the relaxed flair along the border. 

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    In Görlitz, you will experience a fascinating journey through famous film worlds, as the picturesque town has served as the backdrop for many well-known films. Immerse yourself in the magic of cinema and explore the most important local film locations. Here are some of the unforgettable movie locations:

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  • Liberec - A city surrounded by mountains

    Yes, that really is Liberec. And that's why it doesn't really matter whether you come here in summer or winter, because the mountains are enchanting all year round. It doesn't matter whether you walk through the mountains and explore the numerous lookout towers, take a bike ride from one dam to the next or enjoy the 200 km of prepared cross-country ski trails or ski slopes of all colors and levels of difficulty in winter. And how do you get there? Quite simply. You can easily get to the Jizera Mountains or the Jeschken (Ještěd) by public transport.

    Liberec - a city surrounded by mountains

Looking back: Matriculation ceremony 2022

A look back: Ceremonial matriculation 2021

Photo: Dipl.-Kffr. (FH) Melanie Weickelt
Ihre Ansprechperson
Dipl.-Kffr. (FH)
Melanie Weickelt
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