Introduction September 2026

The welcome session for international- and incoming exchange students will take place on Friday 28 August from 10:00 to 11:00 at the faculty (room tba). You will receive an invitation with further details and information on how to register at a later stage.

You are strongly urged to attend the welcome session to get acquainted with the program coordinator, master's study advisor and your fellow students.

Should you have any questions then please contact the master's study advisor: fil-study-advisor rug.nl

Dear students,

Welcome to the Faculty of Philosophy! We are delighted that you have chosen to join us and embark on this intellectual journey. Soon, you will dive into the fascinating world of philosophy. We hope that you will encounter ideas that are enlightening and that captivate you in ways you never imagined. Keep an open mind and let the arguments lead you to new horizons.

Our faculty is deeply committed to high-quality research, with collaborations spanning the globe and projects that transcend traditional academic boundaries. We are equally dedicated to teaching, striving not only to provide top-notch lectures but also to create an environment where everyone can engage with new arguments and develop philosophical skills. In a world where many prefer to remain in their own „bubble", we value the exploration of diverse perspectives and remain open to evolving our views as we encounter new ideas.

Faculty life and the activities of our student association STUFF are about more than just academic achievements. They are about fostering a sense of community where social interactions and intellectual encounters flourish. Our shared canteen is a hub for students, academic staff, and administrative personnel. STUFF hosts a variety of social events that you are cordially invited to attend, and it publishes its own philosophy magazine, Qualia. We hope you will soon feel a sense of belonging in this community and, if you choose, take an active role in it.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact your student mentor, the STUFF board (stuffvoorzitter gmail.com), study advisors (fil-study-advisor rug.nl), or any faculty member, including myself.

On behalf of all faculty members and the board, I wish you an excellent start and a wonderful time studying philosophy in Groningen.

Prof. Dr. Lisa Herzog

Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy

We would like to introduce you to STUFF: the Study Association of the Faculty of Philosophy. STUFF is run by and for students of the Faculty of Philosophy.

Throughout the year, the association organises a wide range of fun (philosophical) activities and events, such as philosophical lectures, monthly drinks, laser gaming throughout the faculty building, the Christmas dinner, and much more! As a member of STUFF, you are welcome to join all these activities, receive discounts on study books through our book sponsor, and receive the association magazine, Qualia.

You can already take a look at our website and Instagram, or sign up directly by filling in this form.

Please note: this is a Dutch-language event intended for new first-year students.

STUFF organiseert het introductiekamp voor alle eerstejaars filosofiestudenten. Je hoeft geen lid te zijn van STUFF om deel te nemen aan het kamp.

Kom mee op introductiekamp van Filosofie! Wil jij je mede-aspirant-filosofen (waar je de aankomende drie jaar aan vastzit ;-) op een gezellige en informele manier beter leren kennen? En ook een aantal van je docenten? Kom dan mee op introductiekamp! Het introductiekamp vindt plaats van 18 t/m 20 september op het Holtingerzand in Uffelte. Waar dit kamp de perfecte start is van je toekomst, kijkt het thema juist terug naar je jeugd: Disney! Kom dus vooral in stijl! Schrijf je in voor het (spectaculaire) introductiekamp via deze link.

De locatie is:
't Holtingerzand
Studentenkampweg 2
7975 RD Uffelte (Drenthe)
Telefoon: 0521-351403