Incomings

Skyline Wien, hills visible in the background

Welcome

Do you want to get to know one of the most livable cities in the world, establish international contacts and broaden your expertise? Then come to FH Campus Wien for a semester abroad or an internship.  

As the largest university of applied sciences in Austria, FH Campus Wien offers a variety of degree programs, subject-specific expertise in teaching and research, comprehensive services for students and an excellent infrastructure on every campus. A stay abroad at FH Campus Wien gives you the opportunity to develop your professional and personal skills and to gather exciting experiences.    

The staff of the International Office and the International Coordinators of the degree programs will be happy to advise you and assist you personally in planning your stay at FH Campus Wien. 

COVID-19 Infobox Incoming Mobility

Considering the current situation, applications continue to be processed in line with the usual application deadlines. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting restrictions in on-campus teaching and closures of internship placements, FH Campus Wien cannot guarantee the realization of exchange studies and internships.

However, you will be informed by the International Office in time about the status of your planned exchange.

Please also refer to the Austrian Federal Ministry of European and International Affairs or the Austrian diplomatic mission in your home country about the travel and security advices relevant to you before making travel arrangements.

In case of questions, please contact the International Office.

Your application is currently processed and assessed by the study programs. You will be contacted by us after the assessment of all applications has been completed by the international coordinators.

Should your application be accepted by the study program, you will receive a preliminary letter of acceptance. This will be subject to changes to the realization of your planned mobility during the winter term 2020/21.

The realization of incoming mobility is continuously assessed by FH Campus Wien. You will receive a final decision on the realization of your planned mobility by the International Office by mid-June.

The organization of on-campus courses at FH Campus Wien depends heavily on the developments of the pandemic and the decisions by the government and other relevant institutions. A continuation of distance learning and digital classes in the winter term 2020/21 is likely and should be considered in your Planning. We will inform you in due course about the format of your course choice.

Please consider the current immigration regulations to Austria when making travel arrangements. In case of an officially ordered self-quarantine or presentation of a negative test result upon entry into Austria, it is absolutely necessary that those official orders need to be followed. Failure to comply with these regulations and resulting absences in classes or internships fall under the sole responsibility of the student involved.

The international coordinators are in constant contact with the internship placements and will inform in due course about the feasibility of internships. Nevertheless, short-noticed cancellations of planned internships are possible due to the unpredictability of the situation.

Please consider the current immigration regulations to Austria when making travel arrangements. In case of an officially ordered self-quarantine or presentation of a negative test result upon entry into Austria, it is absolutely necessary that those official orders need to be followed. Failure to comply with these regulations and resulting absences in classes or internships fall under the sole responsibility of the intern involved.

Please inform the International Office well ahead about the cancellation of your planned mobility. In addition, you should also contact the respective coordinator at your home university and your regional Erasmus+ agency.

Please note that in some cases already paid scholarships may need to be repaid when cancelling a mobility. A refund of already paid contributions and fees to FH Campus Wien or the Austrian Students’ Union is not possible.

Application

As an incoming student you may study at FH Campus Wien for a set time or complete an internship in cooperation with FH Campus Wien. The following options are available:

ERASMUS+

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Currently, FH Campus Wien has about 150 partner institutions throughout Europe. Students from these universities may spend one or two semesters at FH Campus Wien as part of the ERASMUS+ program. In addition, students also have the possibility to complete an ERASMUS+ internship with a minimum duration of two months. 

The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

SEMP 

Students from Swiss partner universities can complete a semester or an internship in Vienna with SEMP (Swiss European Mobility Program).  

Freemover

We are also happy to receive applications from Freemovers. Freemovers are students whose home institution is not a partner institution of FH Campus Wien. The respective degree program will decide whether or not your application is accepted. For more information please contact the staff of the International Office. 

Scholarships and Grants

The Austrian Database for Scholarships and Research Grants offers a comprehensive overview of funding opportunities and scholarships for international students.

How to Apply

How do you apply as an ERASMUS+/SEMP student or Freemover at FH Campus Wien?

If you are an ERASMUS+ or SEMP student, your university must first contact us to nominate you.Afterwards, you can apply to FH Campus Wien online. Simply visit our application portal for incoming students and register there. The online application process will require you to upload four documents. We recommend that you prepare these in advance.

  •  Learning Agreement (pdf)
  • Passport photo (jpg)
  • Transcripts of records for your previous years of study (pdf)
  • A copy of your passport or ID card (pdf)

As soon as you have successfully completed your application, you will receive an automatic submission confirmation by e-mail. Your application will then be reviewed and you will be notified if you have been accepted.

Application Deadlines

April 30th for the next winter semester or academic year (study and internship)
October 31st for the next summer semester (study and internship)

Academic Calendar

Course Overview

The FH Campus Wien offers over sixty bachelor's and master's degree programs. Information about the main topics and the entire range of courses can be found in the curriculum of the respective degree program.

English Taught Courses

Learning Agreement

The submission of a Learning Agreement is mandatory for all incoming students. The Learning Agreement is used to plan which courses you will complete at FH Campus Wien. If you want to do an internship, please include this information in the Learning Agreement along with the exact number of hours and the corresponding department. If necessary, the Learning Agreement can be modified after your arrival and in consultation with the International Coordinators of FH Campus Wien and those of your home university.

Please note that courses from the 1st, 3rd and 5th semester are offered only in the winter semester and courses from the 2nd, 4th and 6th semester in the summer semester.  

Please use this form to create the learning agreement:

Erasmus Learning Agreement
Non-Erasmus Learning Agreement
Learning Agreement Guidelines

Postcards from Vienna

Our Incoming students share experiences and highlight from their stays at FH Campus Wien.

Lidia in Weinbergen, hilly landcape with a river flowing though the valley

Greetings to Germany

Name: Lidia Everding
Field of study: Social Work
Home institution: Evangelische Hochschule für Soziale Arbeit & Diakonie Hamburg
Kind of stay: Study
Program: Erasmus+

Vienna is a beautiful city. The architecture, the people you meet, the cultural resources and events you can visit, but also the proximity to nature and the mountains with their beautiful landscape…Vienna actually became my second most favorite city – right after my hometown of Hamburg. FH Campus Wien is a well-organized university. I learned a lot about social spaces, town and neighborhood development as well as community work in these fields. I wouldn’t miss any of the adventures or professional experiences I had during my Erasmus+ stay in Vienna.

Greetings to Belgium

Name: Anne Verherstraeten
Field of study: Biomedical Science
Home institution: Thomas More Geel
Kind of stay: Internship
Program: Erasmus+

I was the lucky person that got to go on an Erasmus+ exchange to Vienna. I was here to do my final internship in Biomedical Laboratory Technologies at the General Hospital in Vienna (AKH). I learned so many new things in this encouraging environment and I am so thankful for everything! I met a lot of people and made some amazing friends! Thanks to all of everyone who made this the experience of a lifetime!

Two women in a field with snowcapped mountains in the background
woman in a museum standing in front of a painting.

Greetings to Germany

Name: Marta Sobeshkevych
Field of study: Social Economy and Social Work
Heimatinstitution: Fachhochschule Würzburg-Schweinfurt
Kind of stay: Study
Program: Erasmus+

I would definitely recommend you to choose Vienna for your Erasmus+ exchange and when you are here, be ready to fall in love with this city! Vienna is a truly outstanding city and offers so many opportunities. It is a big multicultural city with great people, unique architecture, tasty food and providing high-quality education. My teachers at FH Campus Wien were specialists in their field and were always there to assist me. I didn’t have classical theory lectures here, but they were organized as workshops and we could do a lot of practical things that will help us in our future work. I’m convinced I’ll be coming back!

Service for Incoming Students

Orientation Week 

To help you get settled into your life in Vienna and at FH Campus Wien, the International Office organizes an orientation week each semester for incoming students. It takes place one week before the start of the semester and offers you the opportunity to get to know your fellow students in advance. During the orientation week a combination of administrative support, social as well as cultural events awaits you (welcome dinner, movie night, registration with the authorities in Vienna, city tour, ...). 
The orientation week is free. Participation is highly recommended as it helps ensure a pleasant and smooth start to your semester or internship in Vienna. 

Culture Program 

Do you know the difference between a "Kapuziner", a "Verlängerten" and a "Melange"? If you want to get to know the Viennese coffee house culture, which has been a UNESCO heritage since 2011, and other sites in Vienna, sign up for the "Culture Program". 
The "Culture Program" consists of excursions, theoretical units and visits to cultural events to provide you with a multifaceted introduction to Viennese and Austrian history and the present. 
Together with other incoming students, you will take a tour with the oldest Ferris wheel in the world, explore Vienna’s sewer system in the footsteps of The Third Man, experience a performance at the Vienna State Opera and much more. 

Living in Vienna 

Choosing the right accommodation is essential to having an enjoyable and comfortable stay abroad. Vienna has a wide range of student residences and shared rooms, making it relatively easy to find adequate accommodation. Nonetheless, we strongly recommend you start looking for accommodations early (at least three months before your arrival).

When looking for accommodations, please note that FH Campus Wien has campuses at four locations!

Student Dormitories 

Rooms in student dormitories offer an uncomplicated way to get a fully equipped, yet inexpensive accommodation for a semester. Visit the online platform from OeAD-WohnraumverwaltungsGmbH. They offer rooms in various price ranges in dormitories throughout Vienna. You can look through the different offers on the homepage and book a suitable accommodation directly via the online registration. 
A somewhat cheaper alternative to the student dormitories offered by the OeAD-WohnraumverwaltungsGmbH are the dormitories of the Wirtschaftshilfe der Arbeiter*Innen Studierenden Österreichs (Wihast). Here, too, you can use the homepage to choose from various locations in Vienna and register for a place in one of the dormitories online. 

Private Accommodations

Shared apartments also offer a good opportunity to get to know other students and better experience life in Vienna. The Facebook group "International @ FH Campus Vienna" offers shared rooms and apartments to sublet for a semester. The ÖH bulletin board also lists a large selection of available shared rooms and apartments. If you decide on a private accommodation, be sure to inquire about the facilities for the room or apartment ahead of time and be careful if you are asked to transfer money in advance.  

The staff of the International Office will be happy to help you with your search for accommodations and are available to answer any questions. 

Want a Buddy? 

To help you prepare for your stay in Vienna and your studies at FH Campus Wien, you have the opportunity to get support from a buddy. Buddies are students from the degree programs at FH Campus Wien, who want to establish international contacts and are prepared to answer questions before and during your stay and help you get settled in well. 

If you want to benefit from the help and local expertise of a buddy, please tell us in your online application.  

German Courses 

Do you want to learn German or improve your German language skills during your stay? The Language Center of the University of Vienna offers a large selection of German courses. ERASMUS+ students receive a 20% discount on all German language courses. The International Office offers further financial support with a grant of € 200 upon presentation of the course confirmation.

Handbook for Incoming Students 

Application with a Disability/Child

Equal opportunities and non-discrimination are core values of FH Campus Wien. It is important to us to promote the equality of all people in all areas of society. 
We welcome applications from incoming students with disabilities, chronic illnesses and limitations, as well as students who must care for children, and attach great importance to providing them with equal terms and conditions for a semester abroad. 

You would like to come to FH Campus Wien for a semester abroad and need help because of a disability, chronic illness or limitation? Your child will be accompanying you during your stay abroad and you need help planning? 

The staff of the International Office and the Center for Gender & Diversity Management will gladly assist you and answer your questions about accessibility at FH Campus Wien.  

Please contact: 
Mag.a Ursula Weilenmann
Gender & Diversity Management
T: +43 1 606 68 77-6142
barrierefrei@fh-campuswien.ac.at

 

ERASMUS+ Participants with a Disability or Chronic Illness

ERASMUS+ participants with a disability or chronic illness may apply for an ERASMUS+ special grant. This will be paid in addition to the regular mobility allowance. For more information, please contact the responsible office at your home university.

ERASMUS+ Students with Children

For students who want their children to accompany them on their ERASMUS+ stay, there is the possibility to apply for a special grant that should reduce the additional costs that are incurred during your stay abroad. For more information, please contact the responsible office at your home university.

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The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

Contact

Contact Information: International Coordinators of the Study Programs

The International coordinators support exchange students, teachers, and staff of the respective study programs. They ensure their academic support and provide information for interested students and teachers about the study program and the lectures and courses at FH Campus Wien.

Biomedical ScienceSusanne Bauer-Mitlinger
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4110
susanne.bauer-mitlinger@fh-campuswien.ac.at

DieteticsAnna Tritscher
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4213
anna.tritscher@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Occupational Therapy

Petra Schwab (Studierendenmobilität)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4316
petra.schwab@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Hermine August-Feicht, MAS (Lehrendenmobilität und Verträge)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4310
hermine.august-feicht@fh-campuswien.ac.at

MidwiferyKatharina Wallner
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4417
katharina.wallner@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Logopedics – Phoniatrics – Audiology

Dr.in Verena Geweßler (derzeit in Karenz)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4517
verena.geweszler@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Doris Huber (Karenzvertretung Dr. Geweßler)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4511
doris.huber@fh-campuswien.ac.at

OrthopticsClaudia Ecker, BSc MBA (derzeit in Karenz)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4602
claudia.ecker@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Physiotherapy

Mag.a Silke Gruber, MMSPhty
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4718
silke.gruber@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Monika Zajicek (Studierendenmobilität Outgoing)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4745
monika.zajicek@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Katarina Sadovnik (Lehrendenmobilität)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4731
katarina.sadovnik@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Radiological Technology

Barbara Kraus, MSc (Studierendenmobilität)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4812
barbara.kraus@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Christoph Kamp, BSc
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4823
christoph.kamp@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Social Work (Bachelor)

Mag.a Sonja Beran, BSc (Studierendenmobilität)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-3102
sonja.beran@fh-campuswien.ac.at

FH-Prof.in Dipl.-Soz.Päd.in (FH) Johanna Coulin-Kuglitsch (Lehrendenmobilität)
T: +43 1 606 68 77-3106
johanna.coulin-kuglitsch@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Social Management in Early Education and Care
Children and Family-centered Social Work

Florian Toifl, BA
T: +43 1 606 68 77-3235
florian.toifl@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Spatial and Clinical Social WorkStefanie Dachs, BA
T: +43 606 68 77-3306
stefanie.dachs@fh-campuswien.ac.at
Social Economy and Social WorkMag.a Mag.a Catharina Peric
T: +43 1 606 68 77-3205
catharina.peric@fh-campuswien.ac.at