Your academic year at Erasmus School of Economics starts with the ESE Take-Off. This introduction event is organised for all new students and marks the official start of your studies.
- Date
- Tuesday 1 Sep 2026, 09:00 - 18:00
- Type
- Introduction
- Location
- Campus Woudestein
During the Take-Off, you will get acquainted with your study programme, the School and your fellow students. You will also be asked to watch a few introduction videos at a time that suits you. In those videos, you will receive practical information about studying at Erasmus School of Economics, the university systems and life on campus and in the city. By the end of the day, you will be well prepared to begin your academic journey.
Duration of the Take-Off
The ESE Take-Off takes place on Campus Woudestein and usually runs between 09:00 and 18:00.For some students, the day may continue with an optional activity organised by a study association.
These activities can take place after 18:00 and are a great opportunity to meet fellow students in a more informal setting. If this applies to your programme, it will be indicated in your schedule in August. Please note that these activities may also take place at a location outside the campus.
What to expect
The programme of the Take-Off consists of several components designed to help you get started with your studies. Throughout the day, you will attend an introduction session led by the academic director of your master specialisation, where you will receive important information about your programme and expectations for the academic year.
You will also receive practical information about studying at Erasmus School of Economics, the university systems and life on campus and in the city. Depending on your programme, the day may include additional sessions or a social activity organised by the study association.
Programme and schedule
You can find the schedule for all plenary information sessions below. Please note:
- To introduce you to Erasmus School of Economics and studying in Rotterdam, there are introductory videos available. Please watch these videos before the Take-Off.
- Participation in the Take-Off is mandatory
- Make sure to arrive on time and follow the programme as indicated in your schedule
Please check your schedule carefully, and make sure to review it again shortly before the Take-Off, as minor changes may occur.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 13:00-14:45 | Theil CB-02 |
| Drinks with study association FSR* | 19:00-21:00 | Biergarten, Schiestraat 18, Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by FSR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the FSR event page.
Join the Accounting, Auditing and Control WhatsApp group by FSR via the invitation link.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 14:00-14:45 | Mandeville T3-10 |
| Drinks with study association FAECTOR* | 16:00-19:00 | De Gele Kanarie, Goudsesingel 284, Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by FAECTOR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. More information on the event can be found on the FAECTOR website.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 13:00-14:45 | Mandeville T3-02 |
| Drinks with study association EFR* | 16:00-18:00 | Café 't Fust, Stadhuisplein 21, Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by EFR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the EFR event page.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 15:00-15:45 | Theil CB-02 |
| Drinks and pool with study association MAEUR* | 16:00-19:00 | Poolcafé Delfshaven, Aelbrechtskolk 45B, Rotterdam |
* ‎We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by MAEUR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the MAEUR event page.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 14:00-14:45 | Polak 1-21 |
| Drinks with study association FAECTOR* | 16:00-19:00 | De Gele Kanarie, Goudsesingel 284, Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by FAECTOR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. More information on the event can be found on the FAECTOR site.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introductie door Marcel Smeets | 11:00-12:00 | Polak 2-07 |
| Gezamenlijke lunch | 12:45-13:45 | Restaurant Nul10, Westerstraat 39A, Rotterdam |
| Bezoek Belasting & Douane Museum | 14:00-14:45 | Parklaan 14-16, Rotterdam |
| Voordracht prof. dr. P. Kavelaars | 15:00-16:00 | Parklaan 14-16, Rotterdam |
| Afsluitende borrel (facultatief) | 16:15-18:00 | Grand Café Loos, Westplein 51, Rotterdam |
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 14:00-14:45 | Polak 2-04 |
| Drinks with study association FAECTOR* | 16:00-19:00 | De Gele Kanarie, Goudsesingel 284, Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by FAECTOR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. More information on the event can be found on the FAECTOR site.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 13:00-14:45 | Langeveld 3.14 |
| Drinks and jeu de boules with study association AEclipse* | 17:00-20:00 | Mooie Boules, Vijverhofstraat 45, Rotterdam. |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by AEclipse, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the registration form.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 13:00-14:45 | Van der Goot M2-03 |
| Boat trip study association FSR* | 16:00-18:00 | Plantagelaan 3, Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by FSR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via this page.
Join the Financial Economics WhatsApp group by FSR via the invitation link link.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 13:00-14:45 | Theil C1-1 |
| Drinks and jeu de boules with study association AEclipse* | 17:00-20:00 | Mooie Boules, Vijverhofstraat 45, Rotterdam. |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by AEclipse, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the registration form.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 13:00-13:45 | Polak 1-21 |
| Drinks with study association MAEUR* | 14:00–16:00 | Café Stalles, Nieuwe Binnenweg 11A, Rotterdam |
*‎We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by MAEUR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the MAEUR event page.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 13:00-13:45 | Theil C2-1 |
| Drinks and jeu de boules with study association AEclipse* | 17:00-20:00 | Mooie Boules, Vijverhofstraat 45, Rotterdam. |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by AEclipse, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the registration form.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 14:00-14:45 | Sanders L0-02 |
| Drinks with study association FAECTOR* | 16:00-19:00 | De Gele Kanarie, Goudsesingel 284, Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by FAECTOR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. More information on the event can be found on the FAECTOR site.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 14:00-14:45 | Theil C2-2 |
| Drinks with study association EFR* | 16:00-18:00 | Locus Publicus, Oostzeedijk 364 Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by EFR, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the EFR event page.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 13:00-14:45 | Polak 2-04 |
| Dinner with study association Transito* | 19:00-21:00 | Proeflokaal Hugo, Oostzeedijk 245, Rotterdam |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by Transito, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via this Google document.
Join the UPT WhatsApp group by Transito via the invitation link.
- More information
If you have any questions about the ESE Take-Off, we recommend first checking the Frequently Asked Questions page.
If you cannot find your answer there, feel free to contact us via student.events@ese.eur.nl.
