Austria is a small country in the center of Europe which has characterized itself with a long tradition of higher education, state-of-the-art research, and higher education institutions with outstanding achievements and reputation rankings on an international level.
Austrian higher education institutions offer a high-level number of degree programs in first-class research-based courses, arts, practice-oriented degree courses at the universities of applied sciences, and up-to-date teacher education and more innovative courses at private universities.
It also offers Nigerian international students social security, and economic stability by allowing work-during-study permits and great hospitality. It is no wonder Austria is an ideal place for studying and living.
What is the General cost of living in Austria?
The general cost of living in Austria is about 900 – 1,300 EUR per month, this rough estimate covers accommodation, food, transportation, and personal requirements for studies, and entertainment. However, this estimate is also determined by how you spend.
Estimated Tuition Fees in Austria
If you come from a non-EU country, the tuition fees amount to €726.72 per semester. Many public universities make exceptions for students who come from developing countries. To see if your country is on the list, check the information on the official university page.
Austria university’s admissions applications include the following;
For Bachelor’s Programmes:
- Proof of nationality (photocopy of your international passport).
- An equivalent secondary school leaving certificate.
- Your certificate of special qualification for university studies (orig. German: “Nachweis der besonderen Universitätsreife“): you have to prove that you would be entitled to admission to your chosen degree programme in the country which issued your secondary education diploma.
- German language proficiency (secondary school leaving certificate confirming German lessons of at least 4 years or a German language diploma or similar documents) i.e. Austrian Language Diploma German, Goethe-Institut e.V., Telc GmbH, Austrian Integration Fund (AIF)
For Master’s Programmes
You will need to have completed at least a 6-semester specialized relevant Bachelor’s degree (min 180 ECTS).
For Ph.D. Programmes
Master’s degree in the same field of study as your research proposal or equivalent.
Please note that some programmes will require entrance examinations e.g. medical universities, universities of the arts, and some study programmes like architecture, biology, economy, informatics, medicine, etc.
Ensure that you enquire in good time regarding application deadlines, special requirements, and dates for entrance examinations. (Closing date for application for entrance examinations can be up to six months before the beginning of the semester).
Austria Universities Deadlines
Always make sure you check the university application deadlines in Austria to ensure all your documents are ready before the said dates.
If you are from outside the EU/EEA, the application deadlines are during September (winter semester) and February (summer semester).
If you’re considering the idea of studying in Austria, the top-ranking universities in the country will come in handy, that’s why I have compiled this list.
These are the top Eight Universities in Austria;
- University of Vienna: The University of Vienna is a public university in Vienna, it offers more than 180-degree programmes, among them 55 Bachelor’s degree programmes and 116 Master’s degree programmes. There are more than 100 main research areas of the faculties. Programmes link:https://studieren.univie.ac.at/en/degree-programmes/ Admissions application link: https://studieren.univie.ac.at/en/admission-procedure/
- Vienna University of Technology: This is a public university of technology located in Vienna. It consists of 8 faculties that focus on Architecture and Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Informatics, Mathematics and Geo-Information, Physics, Technical Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, and Business Science. Programmes Link: https://www.tuwien.at/en/studies/international, Application link: https://www.tuwien.at/en/studies/studies/master-programmes, https://www.tuwien.at/en/studies/studies/bachelor-programmes
- University of Innsbruck: This is a public university in Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol. It offers courses for bachelor’s, master’s, diploma, and doctoral degrees from 16 faculties. Programmes and courses link: https://www.uibk.ac.at/studium/international/programmes,Admissions application link: https://www.uibk.ac.at/international/innsbruck/
- Johannes Kepler University (JKU) Linz: It is a public institution of higher education in Austria. It is located in Linz, the capital of Upper Austria. Johannes Kepler University has three faculties, 119 institutes, and 60 degree programmes. Programmes and courses link: https://www.jku.at/suche/?s=Programmes,Admissions application link: https://www.jku.at/en/degree-programs, https://www.jku.at/en//bachelors-and-diploma-degree-programs/
- University of Graz: Austria’s second oldest and second largest university is located in Graz. It is organized into six distinct faculties which offer about 120 programmes in undergraduate (BA, BSc), graduate (MA, MSc), and doctoral degree (Ph.D.) study. Programmes and courses link: https://studien.uni-graz.at/en/degree-programmes/overview/. Admissions application link: http://www.uni-graz.at/en/studying/for-prospective-students/enrolment-for-applicants-and-new-entrants/
- University of Salzburg: This is also known as the Paris Lodron University of Salzburg is located in Salzburg. It offers a total of 115 study programmes from four faculties. Programmes: https://www.plus.ac.at/studium/studienangebot/masterstudien/?lang=en
- Graz University of Technology: This is a public university located in Styria. The university currently offers 18 bachelor’s, 35 master’s, and two teacher training programmes and a number of postgraduate courses from its 8 faculties. Programmes and courses link: https://www.tugraz.at/en/studying-and-teaching/degree-and-certificate-programmes/bachelors-degree-programmes/overview-bachelors-degree-programmes,Admissions application link: https://www.tugraz.at/en/studying-and-teaching/degree-and-certificate-programmes/masters-degree-programmes/overview-masters-degree-programmes
- University of Klagenfurt – Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt: This is a public university with the largest research and higher education institution in the province of Carinthia. It has its main campus in Klagenfurt, with other campuses in the cities of Vienna and Graz. The University is divided into faculties of Humanities & Social Sciences, Management & Economics, Technology, and Interdisciplinary Studies. Programmes and courses link: https://www.aau.at/en/study/courses/degree-programmes/.Admissions application link: https://www.aau.at/en/study/studying-at-aau/applying/
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