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
- Monday 31 Aug 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 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. 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 programme, where you will receive important information 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. The schedule for meeting your mentor group will follow on a later moment. Please note:
- Participation in the Take-Off is mandatory
- Make sure to arrive on time and follow the programme as indicated in your schedule
- Please bring your student number, as you will need it during the day
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Get Started at our School | 13.00 – 13.45 | Theil CT-01 |
| Introduction pre-master Economics and Business | 15.00 – 15.45 | Mandeville T3-02 |
| Drinks and jeu de boules with study associations FSR & AEclipse* | 16.45 – 19.00 | Mooie Boules, Vijverhofstraat 45, Rotterdam. |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by FSR & AEclipse, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the FSR event page.
Please note, you will meet your mentor and mentor group before, in between or after the plenary sessions. The schedule for the mentor groups will follow later.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Get Started at our School | 13.00 – 13.45 | Theil CT-01 |
| Introduction pre-master Econometrics | 15.00 – 15.45 | Van der Goot M1-19 |
| Drinks with study association FAECTOR* | 16.00 | Café in de Smitse (on the EUR campus) |
*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 will soon be available on the FAECTOR website.
Please note, you will meet your mentor and mentor group before, in between or after the plenary sessions. The schedule for the mentor groups will follow later.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Get Started at our School | 13.00 – 13.45 | Theil CT-01 |
| Introduction pre-master Accounting, Auditing and Control | 15.00 – 15.45 | Langeveld 4-09 |
| Drinks and jeu de boules with study associations FSR & AEclipse* | 16.45 – 19.00 | Mooie Boules, Vijverhofstraat 45, Rotterdam. |
*We highly recommend taking part in this social event organised by FSR & AEclipse, but it is not a mandatory part of the Take-Off. If you would like to participate, please register via the FSR event page.
Please note, you will meet your mentor and mentor group before, in between or after the plenary sessions. The schedule for the mentor groups will follow later.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Get Started at our School | 13.00 – 13.45 | Theil CT-01 |
| Introduction pre-master Fiscale Economie | 14.00 – 14.45 | Van der Goot M1-17 |
Please note, you will meet your mentor and mentor group before of after the plenary sessions. The schedule for the mentor groups will follow later.
- 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.
