Founded in 1365, Universitat Wien is one of the oldest and largest universities in Europe. The University is located in Austria's capital, Vienna, the largest city in Austria and with a population of more than 1.9 million, Vienna is Austria's cultural, economic, and political centre. It is associated with a number of Nobel Prize winners and has been the academic home to a large number of figures both of historical and academic importance.
You can expect warm summers and cold winters in Vienna due to its continental climate, and you won’t be short of things to see and do! Vienna has a lively music scene, and is famous for its coffee culture and Christmas markets.
Being a well-connected city, great transport links give you the opportunity to explore other European countries; Germany, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia to name a few.
Who can study here?
The following subject areas have an exchange partnership with this university:
- German
- History
- Physics
- Translation
Spaces are not guaranteed, can be limited and all students on a semester/year abroad programme are subject to a competitive selection process.
Important information
ACADEMIC YEAR: Runs October to June.
COSTS: The cost of living in Vienna will vary depending on your chosen accommodation and your lifestyle. More information can be found on the cost of living webpage for Vienna.
VISA: You may need a residence permit to study in Vienna and will be required to provide proof of sufficient financial means to cover the living costs, as well as pay a fee for the residence permit. Information about the residence permit process can be found here. You must allow enough time to complete the permit application and for your permit to be processed and sent to you before the start of term at Vienna. There can be delays so please do not leave this until the last minute as you cannot travel to Austria without it.
ACCOMMODATION: There is no on-campus accommodation available at Vienna. Students are responsible for organising their own accommodation and are encouraged to start searching as early as possible. Information on where and how to find accommodation can be found here.
HEALTH INSURANCE: You will need to purchase mandatory health insurance for the duration of your studies in Vienna before you arrive in Austria. Further information on Health Insurance whilst at Vienna can be found here.
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