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STUDENT YO UR GU IDE TO THE STUDENT L IF E AT H A L MSTA D UNI V E R SI TY

The future starts here Welcome to Halmstad University and Sweden – you have taken the first step into an exciting future! No matter what education you have chosen, your time at the university will be a time to remember for the rest of your life. This magazine is meant to inspire and guide you on your journey here at Halmstad University.You will find information about support that you can get during your study time, what rights you have and what the city of Halmstad has to offer. Keep the magazine close as you can find answers to questions that might come up during your study time. Enjoy your time with us, we are happy to have you here!

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CONTENT

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Important advice

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How to study ”The Swedish Way”

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Rules and rights

10-11 Student Support 12-13 Get access and stay connected 14

Engage and socialise

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Influence through the Student Union

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More than just a Library

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Do you balance your studies?

18-19 Find what you are looking for!

20-21 Enjoy the good city life 22-23 Discovering Halmstad 24-27 A-Ö

This Student magazine is issued by Halmstad University. The information in this magazine is subject to change. Photo: Anders Sällström, Anders Andersson and others. Edition: 1000 copies. Print: Elanders AB, 2018.

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Important advice As a student in a new country you have an exciting time in front of you! But there are also important things for you to know. The most important thing to remember is that you always can turn to Service Center if you have any questions. They are there to help you!

Your first must-dos • Obtain your student account at Service Center in the glass corridor, in building B. • Register online in Student Ladok!

• Take a photo for your Student ID and access card at Service Center (after registration).

» servicecenter@hh.se

Personal ID number

Extend residence permit

You must always state your personal code number (for example 880215T000) when contacting Halmstad University.

Studies If you plan to continue studying after your permit expires, you must apply to extend it.

If you wish to open an account at a Swedish bank you need to bring certain documents to the bank.

For example you will need a registration certificate from Halmstad University.

If your residence permit is valid for more than one year, you can go to the Swedish Tax Agency office to apply for a Swedish personal ID number.

After studies

» swedishbankers.se

» skatteverket.se Remember to change your personal code number to your Swedish person­al ID number at Service Center.

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You can get a residence permit to seek employment or examine the possibilities of starting your own business here in Sweden.

» migrationsverket.se

Bank account

Safety at Halmstad University In case of fire or other emergencies: Call 112 (SOS Alarm) In case of non-emergency situations on campus: Call +46 35-299 10 30 (Halmstad University helpline)

» hh.se/safety

If you fall ill

Police

For advice and guidance, contact: Student Healthcare Centre at Halmstad University The Health­ care Helpline, call 1177 or visit 1177.se

If you have lost your passport, national ID card or keys for example, or if you are victim of another crime you should report it to the police.

For life-threatening illness or injury: Call 112 (SOS Alarm) More information about healthcare on pages 14–15.

Contact the police: Call 112 – emergency Call 114 14 – non emergency or tips (from abroad dial +46 77 114 14 00) » polisen.se

» 1177.se

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How to study

�The Swedish Way�

Studying in Sweden might differ from studying in your home country. We know that there are some cultural differences that are good to prepare for prior to your stay here in Sweden in order to succeed in your studies.

Self-studies

In Sweden you are in charge of your own studies to a large extent. As a full-time student, we expect you to spend 40 hours per week studying. Not all of this time will be spent in class with a teacher, you also need to prepare for a lot of self-studies. We advice you to make study groups together with your classmates.

Teamwork

Working together with classmates from different cultures to solve a task or writing a paper is a part of your academic studies in Sweden. This might be challenging at times but will be a valuable experience when building your career.

Academic Writing

In Sweden, we have set rules on how to write academic papers, where it is specifically important

to reference your sources of information in a correct way. When using another author’s text, this needs to be either rephrased or put in qoutation marks. This way of writing can be quite complex in the beginning and we advise you to take time to understand the system correctly at an early stage in your study period. If you need support with your academic writing, get in touch with nicholas.lloyd-pugh@hh.se to book a meeting.

an important role in the academic world, where discussions are encouraged. Don’t be surprised if the teacher asks you about your opinion during class as this is a way of involving the students and develop critical thinking.

Equality and Critical Thinking

Sweden is founded on democracy where everyone has the same right to give their opinion. This principle is present in all parts of the society and plays

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Rules and rights As a student at Halmstad University you are entitled to certain rights but also need to obey by the rules. In this section we have compiled some important information regarding this which is good to have knowlegde about when starting off your studies.

The Swedish Grading System The Swedish system of credits is in accordance with the European standards for higher education, where one year of full-time studies equals 60 higher education points.

At Halmstad University, one of the following grading systems with their respective gradings may be used: • Fail or Pass • Fail, Pass or Pass with credit • Fail, Three (3), Four (4) or Five (5) • Goal-related scale, divided into seven degrees (A, B, C, D, E, FX, F) The grading system used in the course is stated in the syllabus.

We do not use ETCS grades. Every faculty give grades according to their their local grading scale, but international students can ask to include the ETCS grading table (EGT) in their transcript of records in order for other universities to be able to compare these grades to their systems. EGT is only applicable for course that has been given from more than 2 years.

You NEED to register for each course In order to take part of the education and examinations you need to register for each course, even if these are a part of a full programme. Please do so through Student Ladok prior to the start of the course.

You NEED to register for your exam You always need to register through Student Ladok to take an exam. If you have not registered, you will not be allowed to take the exam. If you have questions regarding registration or handeling of exams, please contact Service Center directly.

Tips from students ”

Don’t think negatively about yourself. It is a new environment, new people, new life and new language and it can be difficult but the students here are very helpful.

Yutong Zhang, China, Master’s Programme in Industrial Management and Innovation

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Examination opportunities If you fail an examination, you are entitled to retake the exam at a later date. Retakes may be done no sooner than two weeks after the results of the original exam have been given. You as a student have the opportunity to retake the examination twice. If you require more than two retakes, you must be prepared that the course syllabus may have changed. This applies regardless of whether or not you have used all two retakes. The teacher responsible for the course, however, has the right to give an extra examination opportunity if there are special reasons and the examiner gives his or her approval.

If you have failed an exam twice for a course or a module of a course, you have the right to have another examiner appointed unless special reasons are given.

Such a request is made to the relevant Dean of School.

You are not allowed to retake an examination that you have already passed.

You NEED to apply for study break or interruption of studies If you, due to special circumstances, need to take a break from your studies, you must apply for leave of absence from studies. If you do not intend to continue your studies you must apply for interruption of studies.

If you fail to do so you we can not guarantee that you can continue your studies at a later stage. Read more about this topic at hh.se

You can influence your studies A good start to influence your studies and everything around it is by becoming a member of the Student Union, which primary task is to monitor the education and promote the student’s situation. Read more about The Student Union on page 15. As an international student it is not only a great way to influence your current studies, but also a good chance to get connected to other dedicated students.

An important tool to improve your studies is the course evaluation that you and your class mates fill out after each completed course. The course evaluations are used as a base for the Student Union and Student Representatives during negotiations with Halmstad University.

Be aware of plagiarism Plagiarism means using another author’s language, thoughts, ideas, or expressions and then presenting them as one’s own original work. As a student it is important to be aware of the rules around plagiarism in order to succeed, as this dishonesty can have severe consequences. All cheating will be reported.

Read more about plagiarism at at hh.se or talk to your teacher to get more information.

Read more tips from students at » hh.se/studentstories

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It’s incredible how many opportunities there are as soon as you learn some Swedish. Get out there and dare to speak, it will be rewarding!

Boris Blanjean, Belgium, Master’s Programme in Strategic Entrepreneurship and International Growth

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The courses are very flexibly organised as some classes are optional and we can discuss amongst ourselves when to meet and work during group assignments. The teachers also try to help us find a balance between the studies and daily life as we are international students.

Xoan Vu-Thi, Master’s Programme in Strategic Entrepreneurship for International Growth

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Student Support On the second floor in Building B, right above the Service Center, you can find the Student Support department. This is the place to turn to when in need of health care, career councelling or learning support.

The Student Support staff members are LGBT certified and serves to make students feel good – from different perspectives. Everyone is treated with equal respect, no matter what support you are looking for.

Drop-in Mondays–Thursdays 10–12 Tuesdays and Thursdays 14–16

Telephone: +46 35-16 74 37 Email: studenthalsan@hh.se

Student Health Care Centre Do you have questions concerning your well-being?

Students at Halmstad University have access to healthcare through the Student Healthcare Centre. You are always welcome to turn to us if you have anything on your mind, questions or problems related to your health or study situation.

How much does it cost?

Students pay a standard fee for the doctor. Apart from that, you’re able to make use of the Student Healthcare Centre’s facilities free of charge.

Who works at the Student Healthcare Centre?

The Student Healthcare Centre is staffed by nurses, a doctor and health counsellors.

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LGBT certified body

Health Insurance In Sweden, medical treatment is very expensive if you don’t have access to the public health system or health insurance.

Are you unsure of what you are entitled to when it comes to health insurance? Please make sure to read carefully at » hh.se/healthinsurance Even when you do have a health insurance, you will be asked to pay the full cost of the treatment and then claim that amount from the insurance agency afterwards.

At the University Service Center, you can get help in applying for compensation for healthcare costs.

On kammarkollegiet.se/en you can search for ’student insurance’ if you want to know more.

What to do if you are ill, injured or need advice about your health • You can call 1177 or +46771117700, 24 hours a day, If you need dental care: both for medical advice and for information about the Call +46 35 13 10 00, 24 hours a day, to check which clinics to contact regarding your particular needs. clinic you should go to.

• Call 112 for life-threatening illness or injury. Staff are available 24 hours a day. You also call 112 if you need to contact the police or the emergency services.

• The Healthcare Helpline online – www.1177.se.

Read about illnesses, examinations and treatments.

Learning Support Do you have a disability that constitutes an obstacle in your studies? It can be e.g. dyslexia, mental and neuropsychiatric disabilities, hearing impairment, visual impairment, disability or chronic diseases. If so, you can get support. Please find examples of support listed below: - extra hours for writing during examination - your own room and the possibility to write on a computer when taking an examination - extended submission times - help with reading literature - alternative forms of examinations and course literature - physical adaptations of study environments - support with taking notes - mentorship to provide support with structure and planning if needed - sign language interpretor for students with impaired hearing If you need help or support with your study situation, please contact pedagogisktstod@hh.se

Study and Career Counselling The easiest way to book a personal meeting with a study and career counsellor is by sending an email to studievagledning@hh.se or contact the Service Center. You will find the study and career counsellors at Student Support, located on the second floor in Building B.

Quiet Room Halmstad University has a dedicated room for tranquillity, serenity, silence, meditation or prayer – called the Quiet Room. You find the entrance on the left-hand side before the staircase in the E corridor (between the Service Center and the Spiro restaurant). The Quiet Room is accessible between 06.00 and 23.00 every day, you can reach it with your key card after activating it in the Service Center.

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Get access and stay connected Through your student account you get access to a number of IT services. Here you find useful information about how to get connected and which rules apply for the use of the University’s computers and systems.

Student account

Pick up your computer account at the Service Center after registering as a student of the University. If you applied through the antagning.se website using a Swedish personal ID number, you can use the service found at account.hh.se. You use your student account to get access to the University computer rooms, wireless network, email system and other software you need for your studies.

Need support? hh.se/english/helpdesk

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Wireless network with encryption

You can go online almost everywhere on campus on our wireless network eduroam but first you must configure your device on the Helpdesk website. If you need help configuring the connection, contact Service Center.

Email and Office 365

Your student account comes with access to email through MS Office 365. You log in at mail.student.hh.se. This email address is used for some technical services, i.e. if you apply for student licenses through the University.

You might have a private e-mail address that you rather use? It is possible to change the settings to forward all e-mails from your student account to your private account. Just make sure to update your e-mail address in Student Ladok, wether it is the hh.se address or your private address, otherwise you might miss out on important information.

IT support/Helpdesk

If you have a problem with computer programmes in connection with your studies, you should initially contact the lecturer responsible for the course. If the lecturer can’t solve the problem, the fault should be reported to Helpdesk. From the Helpdesk website you can also get hold of tips, keep yourself updated with computer maintenance and network information and find answers to frequently asked questions. You can also report matters relating to the premises, printers etc. via Helpdesk.

Printing system for students

The University printing system has two types of printers – black-and-white and colour. All printers can be used for printing A3 and A4 in duplex, scanning and copying. If you want to print from your own device, just send the document to myprint@hh.se from your University email account. You need to pay for the pages you print. Credit card payment for printing is done in advance at Service Center or the University Library.

Monitoring

Surfing on websites with unlawful, unethical or unsuitable content is not permitted unless work tasks, research or studies specifically require visits to such web pages.

The IT department has the right, without giving advance notice and for the purpose of continuous maintenance management, to intercept net traffic through technical measures in the network and system. In cases where a user is suspected of unlawful infringement of the regulations, the above rights are extended to include the user’s stored data. The IT department has the right to temporarily suspend access to IT resources if needed.

Printers for students: University Library: Level 1 (1 colour, 2 black/white) Building Q: Level 3 outside Q305 (black/white) Building R: Level 3, R3335 (black/white) Building T: Level 2, outside T236 (black/white)

IT regulations Responsibility

Student accounts are personal and the account owner is responsible for how the account is used. Every IT user is responsible for his/her information security in accordance with what is stated in the regulations. The password used for the user account connected to University services must not be used elsewhere and cannot be shared anyone else. Every IT user shall, at the end of their studies take care of the files and documents that shall be preserved.

Computer rooms for students: University Library: M3 och M1 Building R: R3140 Building D: D208 och D308 Building Q: Q334 Building O: O241, O243 Building P: P114, P124, P211 Building T: T108, och T143

Usage and copyright

Copyright should be observed at all times. It is not permitted to unlawfully download/distribute protected materials such as software, films, music or other items which are protected by copyright. The user of the student account should not indulge in any disruptive activity. All software should be installed by the IT department or with the approval of IT department. It is not permitted to connect private computers or other equipment other than to the network specifically provided for the task. It is permitted to a limited extent to use the University’s resources for private matters such as email, surfing and similar. Teaching and studies should always be prioritised in computer and project rooms.

IT services with the University’s local network should only use hh.se as the domain name.

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Engage and socialise Most people say that their time at the university is the best time of their life. New friends, newfound liberty, new knowledge, new experiences and new relationships.

Involvement is a big part of life as a student. Getting involved in anything out of all that is offered to students can help you make new friends, create fun memories and have experiences that make a difference on your way to your dream job.

Halmstad University is characterised by momentum and entrepreneurial spirit, which is reflected in the amount of organizations and groups to get involved in.

The range of areas of interest is wide! Go to Âť hh.se/ studentlife and find (or start your own) favourite group today!

University Friendship Organization Your chance to get to know people from all over the world in one place! UFO is a non-profit organisation at the Halmstad University Student Union. Its aim is to help and support exchange and international students by arranging activities to make their stay in Sweden as good as possible.

UFO is open to all international students and you automatically become a member when you start studying at Halmstad University. The membership of the University Friendship Organization comprises of more than 300 international students from over 30 different countries around the globe. The mission is to promote the international goodwill, understanding, friendship and to share different cultures for the benefit of cultural diversity within Halmstad University as well as Halmstad community.

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UFO arranges events, happenings, parties, excursions and trips for international students and the international students’ mentor group. You can also apply for the buddy programme where the organization match you with a Swede to exchange cultural and linguistic knowledge.

Find more info and contact UFO on Facebook: Âť @ufohalmstadstudentkar

Influence through the Student Union There are several things students can influence during their time at Halmstad University. The quality of the education, the design of the study environment, the completion time for an exam, the study social activities or contact with the business community. But how do you go about it and where do you turn?

Union is working daily with influencing the University to promote the student’s study situation. The union is also active in student politics, which deals with influencing politicians and the business community. One important subject in these discussions is the accommodation situation, where the main goal is to increase the number of apartments available for students. Another important task is to work towards stronger student rights when it comes to security and welfare systems.

One way of influencing your studies is through the University Student Union. A student union’s primary task is to monitor the education and promote the student’s situation.

Through the different bodies of the Student Union, students work to create a meaningful everyday life for themselves and their study colleagues by making sure the various processes work efficiently and that events and activities are organised around Campus.

Halmstad Student Union is divided into two main areas. One focuses on education and motivation and the other focuses on study-social activities. Educational monitoring is about ensuring that all education is of good quality, laws and regulations are followed, and that students gain influence over their education. The Student

If you want to know more about current activites or how to get involved in the Student Union, please contact: » international@karen.hh.se

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More than just a Library Discover Halmstad University’s library – a place where you can find both course literature, research information, access to books (printed and electronic), magazines, databases, reference books and a relaxed study environment.

All library resources reflect the University’s education and research areas. No matter where you are, you can always access the library’s resources via its web pages.

You can search for books (printed, electronic or audio), magazines and other media where most of the content is available in full text. The library should have one copy all current course literature books available for students to borrow when studying in the buiding. As these should be accessible for all students, these books cannot be taken home.

just ask the staff or contact them via phone or mail.

They can also help you develop clever search strategies to find relevant information as well as tips on how to create references and listing sources when writing theses and reports. On the website, you will find information about opening hours, how to renew your loans, how to book group rooms and much more.

If you need guidance on how to search in the University’s library directory and how to use the databases,

Contact us if you have any questions biblioteket@hh.se +46 35-16 71 04. For current opening hours, check out our web pages: » hh.se/library

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Apply to activate your keycard to borrow books and films at the University’s library at » hh.se/library NB! Before you can borrow items, you must go to the counter at the library and activate your registration. To do this, go to the information desk and show a valid ID.

Do you balance your studies?

Structure and planning A good piece of advice to avoid postponing things is to do your own study plan. Do not try to have everything in your head, but use a calendar to get an overview and control over your life. Start by writing down lecture times and other scheduled activities. Continue by booking your own study time and keep in mind that full-time studies are the equivalent of a 40-hour working week.

Handle stress and worry When our bodies are exposed to challenges, stress hormons are released in order to make us focused and ready to perform. How­ever, if you experience negative stress which is disturbing your studies, it may be good to learn some stress management technique or relaxation exercises.

The Student Healthcare Centre can offer you tips and advice. Acquiring good study technique can also help reduce stress.

Don’t forget to socialise In order to succeed in your studies, it is important to feel at ease with your lifestyle in general. Moving to a new country requires a lot of effort in terms of building up a social network. When being a student, there are many opportunities to make new friends and we advise you to take the chance to get to know your class mates as soon as possible. Sharing experiences, studying together and socialising during weekends and breaks often has a positive effect on both the study results and overall health condition.

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Find what you are looking for!

TO ÖSTRA STRANDEN (EASTERN BEACH), 1 km

You will find a more detailed map of the campus at hh.se/campusmap

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Take the opportunity to do some exercising between your lectures in the sports centre (Idrotts­ centrum) in I Building.

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The library is in building M. Here you will find your course literature and nice, relaxing study areas.

There are plenty of bicycle stands at Halmstad University’s main entrance.

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Enjoy the good city life Are you someone who only eats vegetarian and organic food?

Or perhaps sushi is your thing? Is music and theatre your greatest passion in life? Whatever­your interests or style, ­Halmstad has much to offer. You can find almost everything here.

CITY CENTRE

SOCIALISE Students gather at the many local cafés, pubs and nightclubs to connect and listen to live music and great DJs. And summertime means trendy nightclubs and outdoor concerts at Tylösand.

Halmstad is a charming little city with plenty for you to discover in your free time.

The main square (Stora Torg) is the heart of the city centre, with year-round market stands and restaurants that expand with outdoor patios during the summer.

HUNGRY? Halmstad’s dining scene offers you a wide range of cafés and restaurants including gourmet, organic, veggie and ethnic, to satisfy your hunger and your wallet.

SHOP Halmstad is full of small, exclusive fashion and lifestyle shops and great second hand shopping, in addition to all the major high street chains.

NORRE PORT The North Gate is one of Sweden’s few preserved city gates, and one of many reminders of Halmstad’s history that you’ll discover on a walk through the city centre.

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NISSAN RIVER

ALL ABOUT SPORTS

The Nissan River flows calmly through Halmstad, enhancing the nautical atmosphere. Enjoy the sunshine in the green parks, on restaurant patios or on the City Library’s inviting sundeck.

Sport has always been an important part of the identity of Halmstad. With active high level teams in both soccer, handball, ice hockey and floorball. there are a lot of opportunities to support the local teams or try some of the sports yourself.

Halmstad Arena is the main sport facility which is located only a few minutes from campus by bike.

TAKE THE BIKE With over 200 kilometers of bicycle paths around the entire municipality, Halmstad is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in Sweden. It’s an easy decision choosing to ride your bike, whether you are going some­ where within the city centre or beyond.

ENJOY THE OUTDOORS

MUSIC, THEATRE, FILM, POETRY AND ART

With plenty of seaside and riverside parks and trails, as well as a beech forest and panoramic viewpoints on Galgberget hill, Halmstad offers you plenty of green spaces for walking, biking, picnicking and relaxing.

Halmstad offers a flourishing cultural scene. You will find active cultural societies depending on your interests, and the city’s galleries, museums and libraries make sure that there is always something going on. At the city’s night-time venues you can enjoy live music, stand-up comedy, poetry slams and other entertainment.

WHAT’S UP? At destinationhalmstad.se/english you can find out what is going on around town, be it sports, music, theatre, exhibitions or fairs.

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Discovering Halmstad 18

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12 Halmstad Arena and sports centre boasts sports halls, ice rinks, a concert hall, an exhibition hall.

13 Örjans vall – the football stadium is the home ground for Halmstad BK and IS Halmia football clubs.

14 Galgberget’s scenic jogging trail has great panoramic views of Laholm bay.

7 Halmstad’s charming city centre offers you plenty to disco-

15 Outdoor gyms are popular in the city of Halmstad. This

8 Flygstaden – shopping area with around 40 stores offering

Mjellby Art Museum – shows its permanent collection of the works of the Halmstad Group, as well as Swedish and 16 international art with a modern and surrealist focus.

ver – from small boutique shops to major chain stores and a wide range of cafés, restaurants, pubs and nightclubs. everything from groceries to new cars.

9 Hallarna shopping centre has 60 shops under one roof where you’ll find shoes, clothing, electronics, cosmetics, flowers, groceries and more.

10 Stenalyckan shopping centre has some 30 shops ranging from food and home furnishings to sporting goods and outdoor supplies.

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Spare time activities 11 Halmstad Arena Bad – indoor water park, swimming pools, gym, fitness centre and more.

particular one is part of a research project by Halmstad University called ”The Intelligent Outdoor Gym”.

City Library – discover the exciting architecture of the City Library, beautifully located on the banks of (and stretching 17 out over) the Nissan River.

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Saltwater swimming and sand beaches Discover your favourite among Halmstad’s 22 beaches on our 40-kilometre stretch of coastline. Enjoy swimming, sea kayaking, windsurfing and fishing from Tönnersa in the south to Steninge in the north.

18 Tylösand is Sweden’s finest sand beach. It’s five

kilometres long and patrolled by lifeguards from Scandinavia’s only lifeguard academy. Outdoor concerts at Hotel Tylösand welcome approximately 2,000 people every day through­out July and August.

19 Brottet is a 50-metre long saltwater outdoor pool, boasts a beautiful waterfront location.

20 Östra stranden (the eastern seashore in Halmstad).

Getting to and from Halmstad 21 Halmstad City Airport – daily flights get you to and from Stockholm (Arlanda and Bromma). And an active flying club offers gliding, skydiving and small-plane flying.

22 Halmstad Central Station – frequent

trains and buses connect Halmstad to outlying areas in Halland, and get you directly to Gothenburg in 75 minutes, to Malmö and Copenhagen in less than 2 hours and to Stockholm in 4.5 hours.

The train station is a 10-minute walk from the University.

This sand beach is located only a stone’s throw away from the University. Here you will also find one of the two wheelchairaccessible piers in the municipality.

Bicycle paths and walking trails Very few hills and plenty of bike paths make Halmstad a great biking city.

Prince Bertil’s trail starts at Halmstad­Castle and follows the coast via Tylösand to Möllegård nature reserve.

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A to Ö Here you will find explanations of Swedish words and phenomena that you will encounter during your studies at Halmstad University.

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Akademier/Schools. Halmstad University’s education and research are organised in four interdisciplinary schools: School of Business, Engineering and Science (ETN), School of Education, Humanities and Social Sciences (LHS), School of Health and Welfare (HOV) and School of Information Technology (ITE).

Blackboard is Halmstad University’s learning platform for web-based education and teaching support. Blackboard is used in all courses, both campus based and distance based. Through blackboard you can also find your weekly schedule and receive messages regarding your studies.

Akademisk kvart/The academic quarter is the 15 minutes before the lecture begins. This means that the lecture starts 15 minutes after the scheduled time.

If it states 09.00 on the schedule, you start at 09.15.

However, exceptions do occur, so to be on the safe side always ask the lecturer what time is applicable!

Boende/Accommodation. All student accommodation in Halmstad is organised by the Student Union. If you have accommodation issues, do not hesitate to contact the Student Union – they can help you!

Avhandling/Thesis, the most important part of a research education where the PhD student describes his/her research area and research results.

Avslutningshögtid / Graduation Ceremony. Takes place by the end of the spring semester each year as we celebrate all graduating students in a festive ceremony.

Calendar. At hh.se you can find the official calendar with information on what is going on inside and outside of Campus, such as events, conferences, speeches etc.

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Disciplinnämnden/The Disciplinary Board is the body that decides whether students should be suspended in cases such as cheating.

Digitalt laborativt centrum/Digital Laboratory Centre (DLC). The Digital Laboratory Centre (DLC) is a creative, high-tech, laboratory environment with a focus on teaching and culture. DLC’s main purpose is to assist researchers, teachers, students, organisations as well as companies, and the aim is to become a regional meeting place in the forefront of the digital society.

Disputation/Thesis, the occasion when a PhD student publicly presents and defends his/her doctoral thesis.

Doctoral ombudsman and student ombudsman can be of help if you have questions or issues regarding your studies. Contact the Student Union.

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Elektronikcentrum i Halmstad/Electronics Centre in Halmstad (ECH) offers resources such as electronic labs and EMC test facilities. Electronics intended for the market are tested and product certified in the two measuring chambers.

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Examensbevis/Degree certificates. To obtain a degree certificate from Halmstad University, you need to hand in an application, either in paper form or online in Student Ladok. If you’re a Master’s student you need to present your original Bachelor’s degree before you apply for the Master’s degree. NB! The University does not accept provisional degrees. More information on degree certificates » hh.se/degreecertificates

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Gask or gasque is a Swedish student party involving food, fun and singing. This is also known in as ’sittning’ in Swedish.

Grading system. The Swedish system of credits is in accordance with the European standards for higher education, where one year of full-time studies equals 60 higher education points.

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Health Lab is a collaborative space where students, researchers and collaboration partners can develop and simulate ways of working in various health care environments.

Helpdesk is a service for both students and staff at Halmstad University. Here, you can get help with technical support as well as answers to questions and queries concerning your studies. » hh.se/english/helpdesk HH.se is Halmstad University’s web page where you can find useful information regarding the University, our programme and courses as well as support functions and contact details.

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Fab Lab is an abbreviation of the Fabrication Laboratory, a concept developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a part of the Rydberg Core Laboratory (RCL). The lab is used as an integral part of several of the University’s courses at both undergraduate and advanced levels.

Facebook. Follow us on Facebook! ’Studentliv på Högskolan i Halmstad’ has student related information in Swedish and ’Halmstad University’ is our general Facebook page in English.

Fika is the Swedish expression for having a coffee break.

In Sweden the ”fika”-culture is very strong and involves more than having a snack - this is a time to socialise in a relaxed setting.

Human Movement Lab is a collaborative space for education and research in physical excersise, with modern equipment for measurement and evaluation of movement and function.

Hälsoteknikcentrum Halland/Centre for Health Technology Halland (HCH) has resources to support the development of products and services within the field of health technology. The work involves many groups: municipalities and regions, companies, researchers, those involved in care and welfare, relatives as well as students.

H5 Student is a business incubator which offers idea coaching meetings where students can get help with developing ideas and adapting them to target groups and prospective customers. Even if you don’t have a business idea, H5 Student can connect you with entrepreneurs in need of your skills.

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IT. Halmstad University’s IT Department is responsible for service of the University’s computers and computer systems as well as maintenance and service.

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Kaféer/Cafes are always nice to visit. On campus you will find two on the ground floor in the glass corridor in building A and B and one on the second floor in building Q. These spots are good places to meet and have something to eat to an affordable price.

Kläder/Clothing in Sweden varies from light in warmer months, with extra woolens for the cooler evenings.

Medium to thick clothing is advised in winter. Waterproof clothing is recommended.

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Ladok is a national system for study administration in higher education. Registration and study results are registered in Ladok.

Lika villkor/Equal opportunities is about the same values, opportunities and rights of all people. Halmstad University’s work concerning equal opportunities is governed, among other things, by our equal treatment plan for students.

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Nollning/Fresher’s week is the term used for all social activites arranged by the Student Union during the start of the semester.

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Opposition is a seminar where you as a student present and defend your Bachelor thesis or your degree project.

Students are required to defend their work and answer questions from a classmate as well as oppose someone else’s work.

Overall/The boiler suit is the student’s national costume. It is used at student kick-offs, gasks as well as other festive events. All programmes have their own color of boiler suit.

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Passerkort/Access cards required for entrance to Halmstad University’s premises are issued at the Service Center.

Plagiarism means using another author’s language, thoughts, ideas, or expressions and then presenting them as one’s own original work. Read more about the consequences of this dishonesty at hh.se

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Registrering/Registration. In order to get access to the University’s network, write examinations and get grades you must be registered on your course or programme.

Most courses and programmes have a mandatory registration meeting at the beginning of the semester.

Rydberg Core Laboratory (RCL). RCL is an inter­ disciplinary laboratory which includes the Environmental Biology Lab, Movement Lab, Energy Lab, Micro­ scopy Lab, Photonics Lab, Mechanics Lab, Tribology Lab, bio-analysis lab, and Fab Lab. RCL is a resource used by many of the courses at the University.

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S Service Center is reception desk for students, employees and visitors at Halmstad University. Here you can submit and collect your exams. If you have questions or queries regarding certificates, admission, exams, study guides or how to found the different buildings and premises, please visit or email Service Center. » servicecenter@hh.se.

Studentkonto/Student account is your ’ticket’ to Halmstad University’s different networks. As a new student at Halmstad University, you will need to create your student account. You use this throughout studies to access the University’s computers, Blackboard learning platform, Student Ladok as well as many other services. More on page 18.

Studentrepresentanter/Student representatives are part of the 20 decision-making bodies of Halmstad University. Every year, student representatives are chosen via the Student Union’s election. Being a student representative implies that you participate in and help make vital decisions in the Halmstad University’s various boards and committees for a one-year period.

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Utexpo is the University’s annual graduation fair that takes place in May or June. Hundreds of students show their examination projects to the public during the fair.

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Valmöte/Elections are held every year by the Student Union. At a poll, the student representatives will be elected for the coming academic year. All students have the opportunity to become a student representative and have voting rights. (See Student representatives.)

Väder/Weather in Sweden depends on what month of the year it is. Spring, summer, fall and winter each have their own unique personalities. It is not winter all year long and you will not see any polar bear walking the streets.

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Öppet hus/Open day is held by Halmstad University every year in February or March. Anyone who is interested and curious about Halmstad University is welcome to come.

Studentladok/Student Ladok is the University’s webbased, study administration system. Here you can view your results, register for courses and exams and apply for degree certificates.

Studieintyg/Study certificates are documents that show what higher education credits you have, what grade you received and what date the course was completed. You can create your own student certificate in Student Ladok or get it from the Service Center.

Studentkåren/Student Union. The Student Union is a membership organisation for students. The Union’s work is divided in two main areas. One focuses on education and motivation and the other focuses on study- social activities such as job fairs, events and Fresher’s week.

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Tenta/Examination is an assessment that completes a course. Exams are usually written, but may also be oral or lab work. Anyone who fails an exam is entitled to a retake. Students are required to register for the examination in Student Ladok.

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