If you want to know what it's actually like to study at Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences or if you want to find out first-hand what is important in your desired degree programme, we have the right offers for you here. Also if you are not sure yet or  want to find out whether your study decision really suits you, you have come to the right place.

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• Infoevents degree programmes
• Fairs and events - meet us in person!
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  • Online-Self-Assessment - Test yourself!
  • Studieren probieren (Try studying)

Are you interested in studying at the WiSo Faculty and looking for quick information about courses, admission procedures or general questions about the University of Cologne? Then Paco is just right for you! Paco, the artificial intelligence of the WiSo Faculty of the University of Cologne, will answer all your fact-based questions about your desired degree programme at any time - without waiting.

Just give it a try!*

Paco is the perfect complement to 'Chat with a Student'. While Paco provides you with quick and reliable facts, 'Chat with a Student' gives you an authentic insight into studying: real WiSo students tell you first-hand about their experiences of everyday life at university and their degree programmes.

Do you want first-hand insights and experiences about the Study Programmes of the WiSo Faculty and the Student life at the University of Cologne from WiSo students?

Then don't hesitate and Chat with a student!

With Paco and „Chat with a Student“, you have everything you need to optimally prepare for your choice of degree programme!

Do you want to find out which degree course is right for you? Discover it with Paco Fitting!

By answering just eight questions about your interests and abilities, you’ll gain a clear idea and receive your personal ranking of degree courses. With extensive comparison options, you’re sure to make the best decision for your future!

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Our experts are at numerous trade fairs and events. Let's talk and answer all your questions. We look forward to getting to know you and helping you!

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Are you interested in a study programme of the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences of the University of Cologne? Then get to know our degree programs at our information event. Find out everything about our academic programmes and discover the diverse job opportunities available after graduation.

With the help of an online self-assessment (OSA)*, you can find out whether your personal interests, expectations and competences match the requirements and contents of the degree programmes at the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences.

For the B.Sc. in Economics, prior completion of the OSA is a prerequisite for enrolment.

In addition, it contains further information and counselling services that can support you on the way to your study decision.

_{*Registration in the UzK Assessment-ILIAS is required.}

The “Studieren Probieren” programme, offered by the Central Student Advisory Service at the University of Cologne, gives prospective students the chance to gain first-hand insight into everyday university life in selected degree programmes during term time.

As part of Studieren Probieren, the WiSo Faculty invites prospective students to attend tutorials, seminars and lectures in the following subjects: Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, Information Systems, Management, and Economics and Social Sciences. Additional opportunities are also available within the Teacher Training programme for Vocational Colleges and through public lecture series.

Detailed information about the taster programme run by the WiSo Faculty and other faculties, as well as how to register, can be found on the dedicated “Studieren Probieren” website.

For a comprehensive overview of the wide range of services offered by the Central Student Advisory Service, please visit: https://verwaltung.uni-koeln.de/abteilung21/content/index_ger.html 

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Die Zentrale Studienberatung der Universtität zu Köln lädt vom 12. Januar bis 06. Februar 2026 zu einem abwechslungsreichen Programm rund um die Studienwahl ein.

Vom 12. bis zum 30. Januar 2026 kannst du ausgewählte Lehrveranstaltungen über unser Programm "Studieren probieren" nutzen.

Vom 26. Januar bis zum 06. Februar 2026 kannst du zusätzliche Vortragsangebote besuchen:

• Studiengang Volkswirtschaftslehre (Dr. Julia Fath) am 02.02.2026
• Degree Program Management, Economics and Social Sciences (Ann Phang) am 02.02.2026
• Bachelorstudiengänge der Wirtschafts- und Sozialwissenschaftliche Fakultät (Studienberatung) am 29.01.2026

Alle Informationen und das vollständige Programm findest du hier.