Checklist before study start
Use this checklist to prepare for the start of your studies at Karlstad University. It will guide you through the key steps you need to complete before your courses begin, including registration, digital systems, and practical preparations. Completing these steps on time will help ensure a smooth start to your studies.
1. ACTIVATE YOUR KAUID
The KauID is your digital identity at Karlstad University and is required to access the university’s systems.
Learn more on how to activate your KauID here
NOTE: Activating your KauID is not the same as registering on your course!
2. LOG IN TO MY KAU
My Kau is a personal digital service for students at Karlstad University. You log in using your KauID. In My Kau, you can read your course introductory information, register for your courses, view your schedule, and register for exams.
3. READ THE COURSE WELCOME INFORMATION
In My Kau, you will find the course introductory information. It is important that you read this.
4. REGISTER ON YOUR COURSE
You must register on first day of the course at the latest, otherwise you risk losing your place on the course. You register via the service My Kau.
If you no longer wish to keep your place, you need to decline your offer.
Decline your offer via Universityadmissions.se
5. LOG IN TO CANVAS (LEARNING PLATFORM)
Canvas is Karlstad University’s learning management platform. You log in to Canvas using your KauID. Please note that you need to be registered on a course before you can access course material in Canvas. You reach Canvas via My Kau.
6. BUY AND/OR BORROW COURSE LITERATURE
Each course has a reading list. You will find this in My Kau. Please note that the reading list may be revised up to six weeks before the course starts.
Make sure to order your books in time as there may be long delivery times.
8. APPLY FOR KAU CARD
The Kau card is a personal card and functions as an access pass, library card at the university library and allows you to use the university printers. Before you apply for a Kau card, you need to activate your KauID.