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The following page explains how the study system in Austria is structured, which degrees you can obtain and which organizational forms you can choose from at FH Campus Wien.
The academic education on offer is characterized by a three-tier system known as the Bologna structure. It consists of Bachelor's, Master's and doctoral studies/PhD. These are supplemented - in the spirit of lifelong learning - by continuing education programs and academic expert programs for continuing education.
In 2021, as part of the continuing education reform1, Bachelor's and Master's programs (Continuing Education) in continuing education at higher education institutions were aligned with the Bologna structure. The academic degrees awarded upon completion of these programs are equivalent to those awarded upon completion of degree programs. This means that there is now permeability between degree programs and continuing education programs.
The European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) makes academic degrees internationally comparable. This facilitates international mobility for students, researchers and lecturers.
The study places for degree programs are financed by the federal government. The tuition fee is € 363.36 per semester2. In addition, the ÖH fee as well as a cost contribution (up to € 83,- depending on the degree program or year) for additional study-related expenses must be paid. Continuing education programs and academic expert programs are usually privately financed, which means that a course fee usually has to be paid. Information on the amount of the fee can be found on the respective program page. You can find further information in the section on grants and scholarships.
1On October 1, 2021, the so-called Higher Education Legislation Package came into force, the reform package that created a uniform framework for all continuing education in higher education; the new regulations in continuing education are applicable to universities, university colleges of teacher education, universities of applied sciences and private universities.
2The tuition fee for students from third countries is € 727,- per semester.
Bachelor's degree programs generally last six semesters and offer students a practice-oriented academic education during which they also complete a professional work placement. The advantage for students: after just three years of study, they can start a job as an academic. The degree programs comprise 180 ECTS credits and lead to the academic degree of Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc).
Bachelor's degree programs are offered in full-time, part-time and extendet part-time. In the latter form, the duration of study is extended from six to eight semesters. The part-time organizational forms enable students to pursue a (part-time) career. However, employment is not a requirement for studying. You can see which organizational form is available for your desired Bachelor's degree program in the study program overview
Master's degree programs can be completed by students who have a Bachelor's degree or a corresponding diploma. They last four semesters and qualify graduates for further doctoral/PhD studies. The degree programs comprise 120 ECTS credits and lead to the academic degree of Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MSc). Most of our Master's degree programs are organized on a part-time basis to facilitate the compatibility of studying and working. However, employment is not a requirement for studying. Discover our entire range of Master's degree programs in the study program overview
A doctorate or PhD program is generally possible after completing a Master's degree program as well as a Master's program in continuing education. The respective admissions are regulated individually by the universities. Together with universities, FH Campus Wien supports the initiation and completion of doctoral/PhD studies. Contact our Doctoral Service for further details
The Bachelor's program (CE) is a continuing education program that comprises 180 ECTS credits and usually lasts six semesters. You can find our continuing education programs in the study program overview.
The following academic degrees can be obtained after completing an Bachelor's program (CE)
The Master's program in continuing education is a continuing education program that comprises 120 ECTS credits and generally lasts four semesters. In exceptional cases, the workload may be less than 120 ECTS credits if it is comparable in scope and requirements to several foreign Master's programs in the same subject area. Persons who have completed a Master's program in continuing education are generally eligible for doctoral/PhD studies. The content-related criteria for admission are regulated individually by the universities. You can find our continuing education programs in the study program overview.
The following academic degrees can be obtained after completing a Master's program in continuing education:
An academic expert program comprises at least 60 ECTS credits and usually concludes with the title "Akademische ..." or "Akademischer ..." followed by an addendum that characterizes the content of the respective university program. The admission requirements vary depending on the program; as a rule, the university entrance qualification is a prerequisite for admission, in other cases admission is possible with relevant professional qualifications and/or relevant professional experience (additional examinations may be required).Academic expert programs are organized on a part-time basis to facilitate the compatibility of studying and working. Discover our academic expert programs in the study program overview.
