Welcome week incoming exchange and CEMS students

Welcome week incoming exchange and CEMS students

Welcome Week 2026 programme for incoming exchange and CEMS students.

Please note: Kindly check the online programme before Welcome Week begins, as scheduled details may be subject to last-minute changes. Also, keep an eye on the weather forecast and dress accordingly.

Friday 7 August - international welcome event
16:00-16:45

Welcome & A taste of norwegian culture

Exclusively for invited international students.

by Steffen Juranek, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs and Kari Johanne Oma, Lecturer with expertise in Norwegian language, communication, culture and society

Location: Aud Max.

16:45-19:00 

meet, eat & connect

NHH Staff serving up smiles and sizzle. Exclusively for invited international students.

Location: Outdoors NHH campus seaside (weather permitting). If the weather is unfavorable, the event will be held in the Mirror Hall

monday 10 august - introduction day 
10:00-11:30

welcome to Nhh

by Norunn Johanne Økland, higher executive officer

Section for International Relations

Location: Aud Max

11:30-12:30

Discovering NHHS

by the Student Association of the Norwegian School of Economics (NHHS)

Location: Aud Max

12:30-13:30

Division into fadder groups and lunch bag

Location ticket distribution: Hall between the new wing and the main entrance.

by the Student Association of the Norwegian School of Economics (NHHS)

Location lunch: Hall between the new wing and the main entrance

12:00-15:00

Optional Drop-In: Student Well-Being (Study Guidance & Counselling)

Come anytime to talk to a counsellor for advice on study life, well-being, or any concerns.

by the student counsellors

Location: Counsellors office

10:00-14:00

Optional Drop-In: career counsellors

Come anytime to talk to a career counsellor about career choices, job opportunities, combining your studies with internships or part-time work, or for support with CVs, cover letters, interviews, or coaching.

by the career counsellors

Location: Service Centre

09:00-15:00

IT-support

Stop by anytime to get help with NHH’s IT services, login, Wi‑Fi, the digital student ID, the key chip, or other technical issues.

Location: Service Centre

From around 18:00 onwards

Evening celebrations

See the NHHS website for details

Tuesday 11 august - orientation day & fair (²)
14:00-15:00

Outdoor life & sports in Norway (³)

by Torjus Nøstdal, Youth Activity Consultant

from DNT - the Norwegian Mountain Trekking Association + Q&A

Location: Aud Max

15:00-16:00

understanding norway (³)

a crash course about Norwegian history, economics, politics and society

by Stig Tenold, Professor of Economic History

Location: Aud Max

13:00-15:00

fair - BOOTHS WITH INFORMATION FROM:

Location: the Mirror Hall

Timeslot pending

optional: campus tour

advance sign-up required - more information will follow

12:00-15:00

Optional Drop-In: Student Well-Being (Study Guidance & Counselling)

Come anytime to talk to a counsellor for advice on study life, well-being, or any concerns.

by the student counsellors

Location: Counsellors office

10:00-14:00

Optional Drop-In: career counsellors

Come anytime to talk to a career counsellor about career choices, job opportunities, combining your studies with internships or part-time work, or for support with CVs, cover letters, interviews, or coaching.

by the career counsellors

Location: Service Centre

09:00-15:00

IT-support

Stop by anytime to get help with NHH’s IT services, login, Wi‑Fi, the digital student ID, the key chip, or other technical issues.

Location: Service Centre

From around 18:00 onwards

Evening celebrations

See the NHHS website for details
Wednesday 12 august - orientation day (²)
12.30-13:30

Drop-in booth

Information from the Section of International Relations, including the Career Centre.

Location: Service Centre area

Timeslot pending

optional: campus tour

advance sign-up required - more information will follow

12:00-15:00

Optional Drop-In: Student Well-Being (Study Guidance & Counselling)

Come anytime to talk to a counsellor for advice on study life, well-being, or any concerns.

by the student counsellors

Location: Counsellors office

10:00-14:00

Optional Drop-In: career counsellors

Come anytime to talk to a career counsellor about career choices, job opportunities, combining your studies with internships or part-time work, or for support with CVs, cover letters, interviews, or coaching.

by the career counsellors

Location: Service Centre

09:00-15:00

IT-support

Stop by anytime to get help with NHH’s IT services, login, Wi‑Fi, the digital student ID, the key chip, or other technical issues.

Location: Service Centre

From around 18:00 onwards

Evening celebrations

See the NHHS website for details

Thursday 13 august - orientation day (²)  
12:00-15:00

Optional Drop-In: Student Well-Being (Study Guidance & Counselling)

Come anytime to talk to a counsellor for advice on study life, well-being, or any concerns.

by the student counsellors

Location: Counsellors office

10:00-14:00

Optional Drop-In: career counsellors

Come anytime to talk to a career counsellor about career choices, job opportunities, combining your studies with internships or part-time work, or for support with CVs, cover letters, interviews, or coaching.

by the career counsellors

Location: Service Centre

09:00-15:00

IT-support

Stop by anytime to get help with NHH’s IT services, login, Wi‑Fi, the digital student ID, the key chip, or other technical issues.

Location: Service Centre

From around 18:00 onwards

evening celebrations

See the NHHS website for details

Friday 14 august - get active day (²)
12:00-15:00

sports- and activities day

by the Student Association of the Norwegian School of Economics (NHHS)

Location: Stemmemyren sports field, across from the NHH campus.

12:00-15:00

Optional Drop-In: Student Well-Being (Study Guidance & Counselling)

Come anytime to talk to a counsellor for advice on study life, well-being, or any concerns.

by the student counsellors

Location: Counsellors office

10:00-14:00

Optional Drop-In: career counsellors

Come anytime to talk to a career counsellor about career choices, job opportunities, combining your studies with internships or part-time work, or for support with CVs, cover letters, interviews, or coaching.

by the career counsellors

Location: Service Centre

09:00-15:00

IT-support

Stop by anytime to get help with NHH’s IT services, login, Wi‑Fi, the digital student ID, the key chip, or other technical issues.

Location: Service Centre

18:00-22:00

Hallaien concert

Location: Koengen, Bergen

Kick off the semester in style at Hallaien!, an exclusive concert for students at one of Bergen’s most iconic venues – Koengen. Expect high-energy performances from top artists, an incredible atmosphere, and a night to remember with fellow students from across Bergen.

To stay updated use @studybergen on Instagram/TikTok.

See the Study Bergen website for details

saturday 15 august
From around 13:00 onwards

NHHS programme

See the NHHS website for details

Sunday 16 august 
13:00-17:00

Alternative guided bus tour through town

See the NHHS website for details

All new students are expected to participate in the welcome week, where you will receive important and useful information.

(²) Lunch arrangements: Unless otherwise indicated, please bring your own lunch or purchase one at the student canteen.

(³) Session access: Sessions are open on a first-come, first-served basis.

Daily IT Services Booth

Hours: 10:00 - 14:00

Location: Service Centre

Services offered:

 

  • NHH user account
  • Wi-Fi
  • Studentweb
  • Student-ID app
  • Key-chip
  • Webmail