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16.Institutions

Last update: 16 June 2022

Public Bodies

Austrian Federal Chancellery

=Österreich / Bundeskanzleramt (BKA)GND

Address: Ballhausplatz 2, 1014 Wien, Tel: +43-1-53115-0

Type: Public Body

The Federal Chancellery plays a central role in the Austrian government. The Austrian Federal Chancellery is responsible for coordinating general government policy, the public information activities of the Federal Government, and the Federal Constitution. It also represents the Republic of Austria vis-à-vis the Constitutional Court, the Administrative Court, and international law courts. Moreover, the Federal Chancellery has responsibility for special matters such as

bioethics,
building culture,
data protection,
growth and jobs,
public services,
OECD - Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development,
security policy.

The head of the Austrian Federal Chancellery is the Federal Chancellor. The Federal Chancellery also comprises the Federal Minister within the Federal Chancellery for the EU and Costitution as well as the Federal Minister within the Federal Chancellery for Women and Integration,

Austrian Federal Minister for Women, Family, Youth and Integration in the Federal Chancellery

=Österreich / Bundesministerin für Frauen, Familie, Jugend und Integration im Bundeskanzleramt

Mailcontact / Website (family and youth) / Website Minister

Address: Untere Donaustraße 13-15, 1020 Wien, Tel.: +43 1 531 15-0 and +43 1 711 00-0

Type: Public Body

The Minister (Susanne Raab) for Women, Family, Youth and Integraton includes responsibility for childcare benefits, family allowance and for providing the necessary framework to ensure a work-life balance. The youth portfolio includes targeted support to youth organisations, youth initiatives and youth associations.

Austrian Federal Ministry for Digital and Economic Affairs

=Österreich / Bundesministerium für Digitalisierung und Wirtschaftsstandort (BMDW)

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Stubenring 1, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-71100-0

Type: Public Body

The goal of the Federal Ministry for Digital, Business and Enterprise is to further enhance the positive development of the Austrian business location, to actively take advantage of the opportunities offered by the digitalisation of business and society and to strengthen entrepreneurship. The tasks of the Ministry are performed by various Centres and Directorates General with differing priorities (the exact designation of these organisational units will be detailed in new administrative rules).

Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research

=Österreich / Bundesministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Forschung (BMBWF)

Mail contact / Website: German English

Address: Minoritenplatz 5, 1014 Wien, Tel: +43-1-53120-0

Type: Public Body

Main educational responsibilities:

General education
Technical and vocational education
Adult education
University colleges of teacher education
School maintenance and school management
Service code and salary law for teachers
Educational research and quality development.

Main responsibilities in higher education:

The services rendered to students, institutions of higher education and research are complemented by reports on quality assurance, gender and diversity issues, university statistics and analyses in the fields of the higher education.
Altogether, these represent important contributions not only to management of higher education but also to the development of a strategic framework for Austrian universities and research in the European and the International context.

Austrian Federal Ministry of European and International Affairs

=Österreich / Bundesministerium für europäische und internationale Angelegenheiten (BMEIA)GND

Mail contact / Website: German English

Address: Minoritenplatz 8, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-501150-0

The Ministry is responsible for European & Foreign Policy as well as for Integration.

Integration is a comprehensive, long-term process that takes place in all areas of life. Together with strong partners - for instance the Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF), the Expert Council for Integration and the Advisory Committee on Integration- important steps in this direction have been taken, which are reflected in the annual Reports on Integration: The adoption of the Austrian Integration Act, the implementation of Values and Orientation Courses, simplified recognition procedures for qualifications acquired abroad through the Recognition and Assessment Act, the promotion of German language-learning in early childhood, the adoption of the Austrian Islam Law, the amendment of the Citizenship Act, to name just a few.

With the National Action Plan (NAP) for Integration all integration policies of Provincial Governments, Local Authorities, Cities, Social Partners and the Federation were successfully pooled for the first time. Early language promotion comprises: Content and administrative management of Art. 15a B-VG Agreement on early linguistic support in institutional childcare facilities (installment payments, contact and communication with the competent authorities in the federal provinces and the Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF), evaluation and controlling (review of the incoming reports and reports) the use of special subsidies, visits to the federal states and inspection of the accounts), impact monitoring, legal and ministerial responsibility for drafting and negotiating the legal text.

Austrian Federal Ministry of Finance

=Österreich / Bundesministerium für Finanzen (BMF)GND

Mail contact / Website: German English

Address: Johannesgasse 5, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-51433-0

Type: Public Body

The Austrian Ministry of Finance is the country's highest financial authority. The Ministry’s responsibilities stretch from budgetary planning and surveillance, economic policy and financial services to customs and taxation.

Divided into six directorates and with approximately 820 employees, the Ministry of Finance today is a modern service provider, continuously adapting its services to the needs and for the welfare of our citizens.

Austrian Federal Ministry of Labour

=Österreich / Bundesministerium für Arbeit (BMA)

Mail contact / Website: German English

Address: Tabostraße 1-3, 1020 Vienna, Tel: +43-1-71100-0

Type: Public Body

The ministry is responsible for

the regulation of labour market,
labour law and
occupational health and safety.

Austrian Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection

=Österreich / Bundesministerium für Soziales, Gesundheit, Pflege und Konsumentenschutz (BMSGPK)GND

Mail contact / Website: German English

Address: Stubenring 1, 1010 Vienna, Tel: +43-1-71100-0

Type: Public Body

Social affairs: For more than 90 years the Ministry of Social Affairs has stood for fundamental values such as fair distribution of wealth, good working conditions and social security. It also stands for equal opportunities for people with and without disabilities, for people of all age groups and all social groups. Combating poverty and social exclusion as well as a fair level of participation of the entire population in the affluence of society are key objectives of the Ministry in the social sector. These objectives are also pursued at an international level, and particularly within the framework of the EU.
Health: Health care in Austria is characterised by the cooperation of a large number of actors. Competencies in the health care sector are generally regulated by law. As far as legislation and its enforcement are concerned, the Federal Government plays a central role; however, many competencies are delegated to the provinces or to the social security institutions. The BMASGK prepares laws, is responsible for the protection of the public health as well as overall health policy and functions as facilitator between the different players in the health care system, and also as decision maker and supervisory authority. All regulations regarding health professions (for example education of physicians) and structural policy are the responsibility of the Federal Government.
Care: Under construction.
Consumer protection: This range from general consumer protection legislation via contract law to issues of product safety, travel and tourism law, and new information and communications technologies. At an international level, important focuses are cooperation in the field of product safety in PROSAFE (Product Safety Enforcement Forum of Europe) and international coordination in the field of unfair business practices within the framework of ICPEN (International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network). The Consumer Protection Division of the Ministry is also active within the OECD (Consumer Policy Committee). In addition, it maintains informal contacts to state authorities and private organisations in the field of consumer protection in Eastern Europe.

All regulations regarding health professions (for example education of physicians) and structural policy are the responsibility of this ministry.

Austrian Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Regions and Tourism

=Österreich / Bundesministerium für Landwirtschaft, Regionen und Tourismus (BMLRT)GND

Mail contact / Website: German English

Address: Stubenring 1, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-71100-0

Type: Public Body

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Regions and Tourism (BMLRT) is responsible for key quality-of-life issues and for questions which are essential in creating a liveable future for our children.

To the up to now responsibilities Agriculture, Forestry, Environment and Water Management are added the sectors of tourism, regional policy and structural funds.

Austrian Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology

=Österreich / Bundesministerium für Klimaschutz, Umwelt, Energie, Mobilität, Innovation und Technologie (BMK)GND

Mail contact / Website: German English

Address: Radetzkystraße 2, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-71100-0

Type: Public Body

The Federal Ministry is divided in the following Directorate Generals:

1. Executive Committee and Internationale Affairs
2. Infrastructure Planning and Financing, Coordination
3. Innovation and Tehnology
4. Transport
5. Waste Management, Chemicals Policy and Environment Technology
6. Energy
7. Climate Action and Environment

=Oberösterreich / Landesregierung GND

=Technische Universität Wien GND

Mail contact / Website

Address: Karlsplatz 13, 1040 Wien, Tel: +43-1-58801-0

Type: University

Our mission is “technology for people”. Through our research we “develop scientific excellence”, through our teaching we “enhance comprehensive competence”. TU Vienna has eight faculties lead by deans: Architecture and Planning, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, computer Sciences, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Mathematics and Geoinformation, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, and Physics. The University is led by the Rector and four Vice Rectors (responsible for Research, Academic Affairs, Finances and Controlling and Infrastructure and Development). The Senate has 26 members. The University Council, consisting of seven members, acts as a supervisory board. - Studies: The TU Vienna places great emphasis on the inclusion of students in research programmes (researchbased teaching), considering this an important criterion encouraging new generations of scientists. The TU Vienna offers a broad range of studies from “A” like Architecture to “T” like Technical Physics. Also Doctoral Programmes and Secondary School Teacher Accreditation are offered. - Research: Development work in almost all areas of technology is encouraged, first, by the interaction between basic research and the different fields of engineering sciences at the TU Vienna itself, and, secondly, within the framework of cooperative projects with other universities, research institutes and business sector partners. The TU Vienna has sharpened its research profile by defining competence fields and setting up interdisciplinary collaboration centres, and here clearer outlines will be developed.

Private Higher Education Institutiones

Anton Bruckner Private University

=Anton-Bruckner-Privatuniversität für Musik, Schauspiel und Tanz (Linz) GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Wildbergstraße 18, 4040 Linz, Tel: +43-732-701000-0

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

The Anton Bruckner University is one of five Austrian Universities for Music, Drama and Dance, and one of four universities in Linz, the European Capital of Culture 2009. 850 students from all parts of the world study here. They are taught by 200 Professors and teaching staff, who are internationally recognised artists, academics and teachers.

Bertha von Suttner Private University

= Bertha von Suttner Privatuniversität (St. Pölten)

Mail contact / Website German

Address: Campusplatz 1, 3100 St. Pölten, Tel: +43-2742-313228-800

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

Bertha von Suttner Private University sees itself as a development space for the society of the future. As a modern, open university, it establishes a special culture for new learning, teaching and research. Bertha von Suttner Private University builds on these premises and places the topics of psychotherapy, social welfare, pedagogy and economics at the center of its teaching and research and people at the center of all considerations and activities.

Catholic Private University Linz

=Katholische Privatuniversität Linz GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Bethlehemstraße 20, 4020 Linz, Tel: +43-732-784293

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

The Private Catholic Theological University of Linz, dating back to 1672, is the oldest university of Linz. With two faculties, the Faculty for Catholic Theology and the Institute for Art Studies and Philosophy, and about 500 students, the KTU is a lively centre of the humanities in Upper Austria with many public lectures, symposia and exhibitions. Special features are the emphasis on Economy – Ethics – Society, the Joint Institute for Caritas-Studies, the dialog between Ecclesiastical Contemporary, Theology and Art as well as the personal atmosphere for students.

Central European University Private University (CEU)

= Central European University Private University (Vienna)

Mail contact / Website English

Address: Quellenstraße 51, 1100 Wien, Austria, Tel: +43-1-25230-7111

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

Central European University is an institution of advanced research and teaching, dedicated to socially and morally responsible intellectual inquiry. CEU is committed to promoting the values of open society and self-reflective critical thinking. It aims at excellence in the mastery of established knowledge, courage to pursue the creation of new knowledge in the humanities, the social sciences, law and management, and engagement in promoting applications for each, in particular through their policy implications. The accreditation as Austrian private university is from 2019.

Danube Private University

=Danube Private UniversityGND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Steiner Landstraße 124, 3500 Krems-Stein, Tel: +43-2732-70478

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

The Danube Private University (DPU) is a private HEI in Krems, Lower Austria, providing undergraduate and postgraduate courses in dental medicine and medical journalism in german and english. Founded in 2009 by Brigitte Wagner-Pischel and Jürgen Pischel and accredited by the Austrian Ministry of Education, the University is located in Austria´s finest wine area in the heart of the Wachau approximately 50 miles away from Vienna. Together with an international faculty consisting of Professors and Doctors, specialised in the fields of all divisions of dentistry such as Implantology, Periodontology, Endodontics, Orthodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry the DPU strives to form future generations of professionally educated dentists and journalists.

Gustav Mahler Private University for Music Klagenfurt

= Gustav Mahler Privatuniversität für Musik (Klagenfurt)

Mail contact / Website German

Address: Mießtalerstraße 8, 9020 Klagenfurt, Tel: +43-50-536-16552

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

The Gustav Mahler Private University for Music (GMPU) is a private university in the province of Carinthia and offers studies and courses in the field of music with an artistic-pedagogical-scientific orientation. This includes the development of science and education through the development of teaching the arts. The central artistic subjects offered in artistic-pedagogical courses are "classical", but teaching in the genres of jazz, pop, folk music and elementary music education too. Bachelor's and Master's degrees are awarded in the regular studies. Teacher training studies for music (ME/IME) are offered in cooperation with the Carinthia university college of teacher education and the university of art in Graz.

JAM MUSIC LAB Private University for Jazz and Popular Music Vienna

= JAM MUSIC LAB Privatuniversität für Jazz and Populärmusik (Wien)

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Guglgasse 8, Gasometer B, 1110 Wien, Austria, Tel:+43-1-3752020

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

The JAM MUSIC LAB University (JMLU) is an autonomous private music university located in Vienna, which for the first time worldwide uniquely specializes in music forms of the 20th century and the present. It offers artistic and artistic-pedagogic studies of music forms of the 20th century and especially of the present, moving from the interface between classic and popular music in a variety of styles of popular music forms. Research and teaching are within the scope of these musical styles, located in a diverse, interconnected world. Their production and distribution through modern media technology and their impact on art, science and business are given attention to as well.

Karl Landsteiner University of Health Sciences

=Karl Landsteiner Privatuniversität für Gesundheitswissenschaften

Mail contact / Website German English

Adress: Dr.-Karl-Dorrek-Straße 30, 3500 Krems an der Donau, Tel.: +43-2732-72090-0

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

The University aims to play a groundbreaking role in the advancement of health-related science and technology, focusing on four areas of study: health sciences, human medicine, psychotherapy and counselling, and neurorehabilitation.

Our evolving range of courses, which stand out for their international outlook, interdisciplinary design and emphasis on biomedical engineering and health economics, will be a valuable supplement to the courses offered at Austria's public universities.

Music and Arts Private University of the City of Vienna

=Musik und Kunst Privatuniversität der Stadt Wien GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Johannesgasse 4a, 1010 Wien, Tel.: +43-1-5127747-0

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

Vienna is often viewed as the world's musical capital - but the city is, in fact, home to an exceptionally rich spectrum of activity across all cultural fields. No wonder, then, that Konservatorium Wien University can offer world class training programs for instrumentalists, singers, dancers and actors. Every year, around 850 young people from more than 50 countries study with about 250 renowned artists and teachers. The courses of study at Konservatorium Wien University offer an opportunity to attain highly qualified artistic and/or music teaching credentials. They form the basis for independent artistic and/or teaching activities, and through the critical examination of artistic, didactic and academic issues contribute to research in and performance of the arts. The central location of our main facility and its geographical proximity to important cultural institutions - such as the Musikverein, the Konzerthaus, the Vienna State Opera and the Theater an der Wien - facilitates professional and academic exchange and cooperation.

MODUL University Vienna Private University

=MODUL University Vienna Privatuniversität

Mail contact / Website (English)

Address: Am Kahlenberg 1, 1190 Wien, Tel: +43-1-3203555-0

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

Opened in 2007, MODUL University Vienna now offers cutting-edge undergraduate and graduate education (BBA, MSc, and MBA study programs) in the areas of tourism & hospitality management, new media technology, public governance, and sustainable development.

Paracelsus Medical Private University Salzburg

=Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität Salzburg GND

Mail contact by Website / Website German English

Address: Strubergasse 21, A-5020 Salzburg, Tel: +43-662-44-2002-0

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

As soon as the International Accreditation Council and the Federal Ministry for Education, Science and Culture issued the accreditation to the "Paracelsus Medical University" in November 2002, university life was taken up in September 2003. Salzburg is now home to Austria’s first and Europe's second medical university in private ownership that offers the study of human medicine. The University’s namesake Paracelsus (1493-1541) was a pioneer of modern medicine and organic chemistry. Partner and role model of the University is the renowned Mayo Medical School (Minnesota, USA), which is an integral part of the Mayo Clinic, the largest private nonprofit hospital in the United States.

New Design University St. Pölten

=New Design University - Privatuniversität St. Pölten GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Mariazeller Straße 97, 3100 St. Pölten, Tel: +43-2742-890-2418

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

The New Design University - one of Austria’s youngest universities - is a place where creative minds work on the future of our society. The interdisciplinary mix of graphic design, interior architecture and technology allows for an inventive understanding of today and for an experimental approach to tomorrow. The Faculty of Design includes a bachelor programme in Graphic Design, renowned for its profound training in the fundamental principles of the discipline. The bachelor in Interior Design introduces students to the major fields of the profession. The master in Interior Design is research oriented and focuses on the construction of identity through space. The Faculty of Technology offers a bachelor in “Event Engineering” as well as a master in “E-Mobility & Energy Management”.

Private University Seeburg Castle

=Privatuniversität Schloss Seeburg

Mail contact / Website

Address: Seeburgstrasse 8, 5201 Seekirchen am Wallersee, Tel: +43-6212-2626

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

Private HEI Seeburg Castle (USC), a center for hands-on business competence, creates and distributes knowledge with practical significance at an academic level. We prepare our participants in their chosen fields to develop them into the leaders of tomorrow. Our outstanding programs not only increase your attractiveness to the corporate market but, more importantly, they increase your practical ability to succeed. Our Concept: Students come to Seekirchen three times each semester for a week or a weekend at a time to participate in course work, complete exams, and to trade experience and ideas with classmates, professors, and academic coaches. Between on-site phases, students use the internet and the learning platform to study online. They can work on their own or in groups on assignments and ask tutors for feedback and advice. Coursework can be completed comfortably from home, assignments uploaded easily on the platform. Furthermore, students can communicate with instructors and professors at any time without being limited to office hours.

Sigmund Freud University Vienna

=Sigmund-Freud-Privatuniversität (Wien) GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Schnirchgasse 9a, 1030 Wien, Tel: +43-1-7984098

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

Sigmund Freud University offers complete academic programmes in Psychotherapy Science, as well as Psychotherapy Training at the introductory and advanced levels. Sigmund Freud University offers psychotherapy training in a variety of methods, including Psychoanalysis, Gestalt therapy and Systemic Family therapy. We run our own inhouse Outpatient Clinic, providing Psychotherapy services in German and English. We are a vibrant intellectual community with an active schedule of Conferences, Public Talks and Workshops. We hope that you will join us in these upcoming events.

UMIT - The Health and Life Sciences University Hall/Tyrol - Private University

=Private Universität für Gesundheitswissenschaften, Medizinische Informatik und Technik (Hall, Tirol) GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Eduard Wallnöfer-Zentrum 1, A-6060 Hall in Tirol, Tel: +43-50-8648-3000

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

The Tyrolean provincial university UMIT in Hall in the Tyrol is an accredited university focusing on innovative and future-oriented topics such as mechatronics, medical and bio informatics, health sciences, nutrition sciences, psychology, nursing sciences and other related subjects. The UMIT offers academic research and education at the highest level. In research, the various departments of the UMIT cooperate with research institutions worldwide, and the programs finish with internationally acknowledged academic titles. International networking is ensured through international partner universities, which is an important feature of the UMIT.

Webster Vienna Private University

=Webster Vienna Private University

Mail contact / Website (English)

Address: Berchtoldgasse 1, 1220 Wien, Tel: +43-1-2699293-0

Type: Private Higher Education Institution

Webster University is an American University with a global perspective. The university was founded in St. Louis, Missouri, USA in 1915. Since then, Webster has grown to become an international university with more than 100 campuses in 7 countries on 3 continents. The Webster Vienna campus was established 1981. Webster Vienna is the only dually accredited university in Austria, with both, the US Higher Learning Commission accreditation, and private university accreditation from the Austrian Ministry of Education. The business programs are also accredited by ACBSP. Webster’s mission is to serve an international student body by providing an education that will help students develop the skills, attitudes and habits necessary to thrive and grow in our rapidly changing global society. The focus is on the individual student. Class size is limited to 20 – 25 students.

Undergraduate majors are offered in: Art/Visual Culture, Business and Management, International Relations, Media Communications, and Psychology.
Master’s and MBA degrees are available in: Finance, Human Resources Management, International Business, International Relations, Marketing and Psychology.

Universities of Applied Sciences

Campus 02 University of Applied Sciences

=Campus 02 - Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft (Graz) GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Körblergasse 126, 8021 Graz , Tel: +43-316-6002-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

CAMPUS 02 University of Applied Sciences was founded in 1995 with the aim of gearing its degree programmes towards key business processes. We currently have 1,086 accredited study places in 5 areas of study, and every single one of our degree programmes trains students to be equipped to hold a wide range of positions in various industries in all different types of companies, no matter their size. Since three quarters of all students are working professionals, we have developed part-time programmes with courses being held on Friday afternoons and Saturdays. It is also possible for students to embark on their studies directly after successfully completing their high school matriculation examination and to start working in a related field while studying. Full-time students attend teaching sessions from Monday to Thursday. We currently run seven bachelor degree programmes: three part-time technical-scientific programmes (Automation Technology, Information Technologies & Business Informatics and Innovation Management) and two business programmes, both of which are offered as full-time and part-time programmes (Marketing & Sales and Accounting & Controlling). In addition, we offer six part-time master degree programmes (Automation Technology-Business, Information Technologies & IT Marketing, Innovation Management, International Marketing, Sales Management and Financial Accounting & Management Accouting). Since 2007 our portfolio has also included advanced training courses such as the “Software Engineering” academic training programme, the “IT Management and Applied Security” post-graduate master programme as well as „Commercial Management“ programme. Additional courses are currently being planned. High-level networking with the industry guarantees hands-on, marketplace-oriented training. In this vein, business executives are invited to actively contribute to the development of the respective curriculum of the degree programme in question. What’s more, approximately 270 specialists and executives work as lecturers at CAMPUS 02, thus ensuring that specialist knowledge is taught in tandem with practical experience and case studies. The close contact between our degree programmes and the industry is enhanced by the honorary appointment of “Captains” - successful entrepreneurs and executives who take pride in acting as the students’ mentors - and by numerous co-operations with companies, as well as by course content (including hands-on projects and bachelor and master degree projects during which students find solutions to business problems). Last but not least, applied Research & Development contributes to strengthening ties between CAMPUS 02 University of Applied Sciences and the business world.

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences

=Fachhochschule Kärnten GND

Mail contact / Website German Englisch

Address: Villacher Straße 1, 9800 Spittal, Tel: +43-5-90500-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Since its foundation in 1995, CUAS has made history. Back then we started with 2 programs and about 70 students; currently we offer 30 study programs that educate almost 2000 full- and part-time students. About the same number of CUAS graduates is impressive proof of the necessity and importance of this academic institution. Through ever growing acceptance of the programs as well as the high demand for our graduates in industry, the programs will be further developed in the coming years. CUAS has developed into a unique educational institution in Carinthia. Through constant further development of the degree programs at CUAS and intensive cooperation with the worlds of business and science, those studying at the university can be certain of a forward-looking education with its finger on the pulse of time. CUAS lives the vision of direct practical experience. Full- and part-time lecturers, as well as guest speakers from industry and business ensure an interdisciplinary, internationally oriented education. Degree programs are offered in the fields of civil engineering and architecture, engineering, as well as management, healthcare and social issues. The quality of our education is emphasized through the development of innovative teaching and learning methods, such as, blended learning, which offers students and professors greater flexibility in the creation of a suitable learning environment. Furthermore, the CUAS library offers support with a state of the art education. On all sites CUAS libraries administrate 33,000 media.

Ferdinand Porsche Distance Learning University of Applied Sciences

=Ferdinand Porsche Fernfachhochschule Wiener Neustadt

Mail contact / Website

Address: Zulingergasse 4, 2700 Wiener Neustadt, Tel: +43-2622-32600

Type: University of Applied Sciences

The study programmes lead to the following academic qualifications which are recognised throughout Europe: BACHELOR and MASTER. Our study organisation is perfectly tailored to meet the needs of students in employment. High practice orientation, efficient knowledge transfer and extensive support services all characterise our range of studies. The international alignment of the study programmes at the distance learning university of applied sciences means you acquire an academic qualification which provides you with excellent prerequisites for a corresponding career in management. Humboldt BildungsGesmbH with the online campus in Vienna is the biggest distance learning establishment in Austria and has more than 45 years of extensive know-how in the field of distance learning. Around 9,000 distance learners are supported each year. It is integrated in a European network of distance learning providers. The Wiener Neustadt University of Applied Sciences for Engineering and Economics is the first and biggest university of applied sciences in Austria with more than 2,800 students and 15 years of experience in the universities of applied sciences sector. It is equipped with state-of-the-art lecture halls, seminar and function rooms and offers ideal conditions for periods of attendance. Subjects: Business Informatics; Media Engineer; Business Engineer; Software Engineer; Systems Engineer.

FH Burgenland University of Applied Sciences

=Fachhochschulstudiengänge Burgenland Eisenstadt GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Campus 1, 7000 Eisenstadt , Tel: +43-5-9010-609-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Core Competence Business Studies (focusing on Central and Eastern Europe): Project-oriented management training gives business studies students the unique opportunity to focus on Central and Eastern Europe. The programme offers a wide spectrum of languages, studying abroad at partner universities, work placements and summer courses, all of which develop students’ intercultural competences. The master degree programmes deepen students’ management training in the selected fields of human resource management, European studies, international consumer and market research, wine marketing, as well as international finance and accounting.

FH Campus Vienna University of Applied Sciences

=FH-Campus Wien GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Daumegasse 3/1, 1100 Wien, Tel: +43-1-6066877-100

Type: University of Applied Sciences

The University of Applied Sciences, FH Campus Wien, is an educational institution which offers a rich variety of 19 Bachelor-, 15 Master degree programmes and 6 Master degree programmes for advanced professional training in the fields of Applied Life Sciences, Engineering, Construction Engineering, Health, Social Work and Public Sector. At the interface between these disciplines innovation in teaching and research and practice arise.

FH Gesundheit University of Applied Sciences Tyrol

=FHG - Zentrum für Gesundheitsberufe Tirol GmbHGND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Innrain 98, 6020 Innsbruck, Tel: +43-50-8648-4700

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Founded in 2006 the University of Applied Sciences Tyrol is the youngest academic institution in Tyrol/Austria. The college offers practice-oriented academic training and education in the health care sector and it has become an integral part of the Tyrolean education area. The FH-Bachelor degree programmes encompass Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Logopedics, Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Radiological Technology, each with a duration of three years. For continuing education and professional specialization, the college offers FH-Master degree programmes and further education courses. Owners of the University of Applied Sciences Tyrol are Tyrolean Provincial Hospital Ltd (74%) and the Health and Life Sciences University Hall (26%) - both belong to the Provincial Government of the Tyrol. Since its inception there has been a distinction between teaching and research on the one hand and administration (service facilities) on the other hand. The staff involved in teaching and research can focus on preparing, teaching and in the follow-up of their lectures, on mentoring practical training as well as on research. The efficient management of administrative and technical issues are carried out by the staff working in service facilities.

FH Joanneum University of Applied Sciences

=FH-Joanneum-Gesellschaft (Graz) GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Alte Poststraße 149, 8020 Graz, Tel: +43-316-5453-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

With 40 career-oriented degree programmes in the four subject areas of Health Sciences, Information, Design & Technologies, International Business, and Life, Building, Environment and four Postgraduate programmes FH JOANNEUM is one of Austria’s leading universities of applied sciences. The quality and practical relevance of our courses is guaranteed by our close contacts with partner businesses and institutions. Additionally, international cooperation and the mobility of students and faculty members in exchange programmes with partner universities help to maintain the international profile of FH JOANNEUM.

FH Kufstein Tirol University of Applied Sciences

=FH-Kufstein Tirol GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Andreas Hofer Straße 7, 6330 Kufstein, Tel: +43-5372-718-19

Type: University of Applied Sciences

The FH Kufstein currently has over 1,200 students from more than 30 nations who create an international, multicultural atmosphere. The fact that we have more than 150 partner universities worldwide means that 200 international incoming students are hosted by the FH Kufstein annually and that an even larger number of our students go out for a semester or year to study abroad. What’s more, with approximately 100 faculty members and employees as well as over 200 contracted lecturers, the FH Kufstein plays a significant role in the regional economy. The range of bachelor and master degree programs – offered in both full- and part-time formats – have been conceived to meet the professional demands of the respective industries. The FH Kufstein has also developed a postgraduate program in cooperation with several internationally renowned partner universities. The graduates of our degree programs thus have excellent prospects for filling challenging positions in their field and for advancing their careers.

FH Vorarlberg University of Applied Sciences

=FH Vorarlberg GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Hochschulstraße 1, 6850 Dornbirn, Tel: +43-5572-792-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

COMPUTER SCIENCE: The Department of Computer Science (in short DCS) is an organisational department at the FH Vorarlberg which provides teaching for all courses in Computer Science / IT and mathematics. DESIGN AND MEDIABASED COMMUNICATION: The Department of mediabased Communication deals with all levels and aspects of media-based communication both analogue and digital from the point of view of audio and visual design - in close interdisciplinary discourse with other departments. ENGINEERING: The Department of Engineering sees itself as a competence centre for technology and focuses on Mechatronics. MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: The Department is organised in fields of competence for teaching in the area of general scientific and management methods. SOCIAL SCIENCES AND ORGANIZATION STUDIES: The Department is organised in fields of competence for teaching in the area of general scientific and management methods.

FH Wien University of Applied Sciences of WKW

=Fachhochschule für Management und Kommunikation Wien GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Währinger Gürtel 97, 1180 Wien, Tel: +43-1-47677-5744

Type: University of Applied Sciences

-Vision: We are Austria‘s leading provider of universities of applied sciences (UAS) degree programmes in management and communications. Guided by the principle of lifelong learning, we have designed our academic programmes to be active, flexible and future-oriented. -Our academic programmes: Not only are our programmes some of the best of their kind in management and communications nationwide, they have proven their competitiveness on the European educational market as well. Thanks to our continual reappraisal and revision of course content to match current professional requirements, our students and graduates are optimally prepared for the job market. Use of modern didactics and ongoing quality assurance in research, instruction, and administration both play a part in maintaining our top-notch academics. -Our students and graduates: We act with the interests of both students and the business world in mind. By promoting a respectful tone among our students, we allow them to develop their individuality. Moreover, we encourage initiative and team spirit, which ensures that our students receive the most from their education. Selection of students and instructors is a crucial part of these activities, contributing to our goal of developing long-term, reciprocal relationships with our students and graduates. -Our faculty: It is our instructors who play the primary role in developing and informing the professional and personal development of our students. They are the link between academics, practice, and career launch. The enthusiasm and know-how of our instructors is strongly reflected in the quality of instruction and the reputation of the FHWien University of Applied Sciences of WKW. Seen as competent partners, instructors are thus a critical element to our success. -Our staff: The knowledge, experience and dedication of our faculty and staff are our capital. It is for this reason that their professional and personal development ranks high in our organisation. We actively encourage a working atmosphere characterised by trust and open dialogue. -Our responsibility: At the FHWien University of Applied Sciences of WKW, we are firmly dedicated to our responsibility to society and the business world as well as our instructors and students. Constructive, trust-based relationships with institutions and businesses serve to ensure long-term partnerships and create added value for all parties involved.

imc - FH Krems University of Applied Sciences

=IMC Fachhochschule KremsGND

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Address: Piaristengasse 1, 3500 Krems, Tel: +43-2732-802-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Over the past few years the IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems has built up a strong international reputation and now has over 1,900 students from all over the world. Our combination of academic and business expertise opens up excellent domestic and international career opportunities for graduates. Note: IMC stands for International Management Center, the name of the managing company behind the University from 1994–2002. We offer full- and part-time bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes in the following subjects: * Business Studies * Life Sciences * Health Studies. An international approach and practical focus are our leading priorities. University-level education tailored to professional requirements demands a solid academic background. And in order to equip them for the challenges of working life, IMC Krems students have the opportunity to study abroad – we currently have over 85 international partner universities – or complete an internship with one of our 700 partner businesses worldwide. We believe in treating all of our students as individuals. Besides establishing friendships that last a lifetime, Krems is also a place where students can make important business contacts and forge relationships with potential employers.

Lauder Business School

=Lauder Business School Wien GND

Mail contact / Website (English)

Address: Hofzeile 18-20, 1190 Wien, Tel: +43-1-3691818

Type: University of Applied Sciences

The Lauder Business School in Vienna offers students a chance to study both the global economy and international business by merging, the best that the American business educational system has to offer -- in particular the Lauder Institute at the University of Pennsylvania -- with the finest European business tradition. In addition, students at the Lauder Business School will have a chance to gain a deep knowledge of Judaism along with courses in liberal arts, creating a dynamic and electric environment.

MCI - Management Center Innsbruck

=Management Center Innsbruck GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Universitätsstraße 15, 6020 Innsbruck, Tel: +43-512-2070-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Management Center Innsbruck (MCI) is an integral part of the unique "Open University Innsbruck" concept in Austria and has attained a leading position in international higher education as a result of its on-going quality and customer orientation. MCI strives to mentor motivated people, who want to build their future through goal-oriented continuing education, in their personal and professional development. MCI offers graduate, non-graduate and post-graduate educational programmes of the highest standard to senior and junior managers from all management levels and branches. MCI's programmes focus on all levels of the personality and include areas of state-of-the art knowledge from science and practice relevant to business and society. As an internationally oriented information and communication centre, MCI is open to new perspectives, methods and projects. Constructive dialogue and co-operative development of interdisciplinary competences are two of the pillars of teaching and learning at MCI.

Salzburg University of Applied Sciences

=Fachhochschule Salzburg GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Urstein Süd 1, 5412 Puch / Salzburg, Tel: +43-50-2211-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

In the four disciplines of engineering, business and social sciences, design, media & arts and health studies, the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences offers students university education with international quality standards. Some Data:

Founding: 1995.
Shareholders: Salzburg Chamber of Labour and Salzburg Chamber of Commerce
Locations: Campus Urstein, 5412 Puch; Campus Kuchl, 5431 Kuchl
Bachelor programmes: 17. Master programmes: 9. Students (2013): 2.500. Total graduates: 5.500. Staff (2013): 279.

St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences

=Fachhochschule Sankt Pölten GND

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Address: Matthias Corvinus-Straße 15, 3100 St. Pölten, Tel: +43-2742-313228-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences was founded in 1996 and currently has appr. 1,800 enrolled students. Study opportunities comprise degree programmes and continuing education courses in the fields of Health & Social Sciences, Business and Technology. St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences offers students a vocationally oriented and academically sound training that prepares them to meet the challenges of the professional world. Each course combines a solid grounding in the subjects with a specialisation, ensuring that graduates are equipped to fulfil a variety of professional tasks in their future careers. Alongside they acquire additional training in e.g. business administration, law, foreign languages, and interpersonal skills. Students can choose to acquire international certificates (e.g. Cisco, Microsoft, Cambridge). Work placements ensure that they gain hands-on experience in the workplace even before graduation. Teaching is by lectures, laboratory work and small tutorial groups. The lecturers strive to give optimal support and promote practical work and team projects. Among the facilities of the university are a library, state-of-the art video, computer, network and multimedia laboratories and satellite equipment. The Campus Media - radio, TV and a magazine - provide opportunities for students from all disciplines to acquire excellent media and communications skills.

University of Applied Sciences bfi Vienna

=Fachhochschule des BFI Wien GND

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Address: Wohlmutstraße 22, 1020 Wien, Tel: +43-1-7201286-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

The non-profit Fachhochschule des bfi Wien Gesellschaft m.b.H. (roughly the equivalent of a private limited company) acts as the course-providing body. In April 2002 our institution was accredited as a Fachhochschule (University of Applied Sciences). The advantages of being organised as an FH are as follows: * the authorisation to award academic degrees * students are allowed to take part in the FH Supervisory Council's decision-making. The bfi Vienna (Berufsförderungsinstitut Wien / Vocational Training Institute Vienna) is the sole shareholder of the FH bfi Vienna. For more than forty years, the bfi Vienna has been actively promoting education and further education programmes which help turn employees into highly qualified skilled employees who can rest sure of their positions in business. As one of the first Austrian adult education institutions, the bfi Vienna has been certified according to ISO 9001 for its quality management system. FH Supervisory Council (FH-Kollegium): The FH Supervisory Council is in charge of the execution and the organisation of teaching and exams. It consists of its head – Andreas Breinbauer, the programme directors, representatives of teaching and research faculty and student representatives. The collegium convenes at least twice a year.

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria

=FH Gesundheitsberufe Oberösterreich

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Semmelweisstraße 34/D3, 4020 Linz, Tel: +43-50-344200-00

Type: University of Applied Sciences

The University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria was founded in 2010 by the Allgemeines Krankenhaus der Stadt Linz, the OÖ Ordensspitäler Koordinations GmbH and the Oö. Gesundheits- und Spitals-AG of the Province of Upper Austria. This close co-operation facilitated the pooling of a comprehensive set of competencies under the roof of one common university college. Our approx. 800 Students greatly benefit from the resulting synergies. With this foundation tried-and tested education programs can now be offered at university level with internationally acknowledged degrees. Many years of training experience of the team of teachers and the hospitals, facilitators with practical experience and internships in health institutions guarantee technically and scientifically well-founded, application-oriented courses of study as well as intensive co-operation between research and teaching. Nine courses of study optimally prepare students for a successful future in the health sector: in higher medical-technical professions, as midwifes, in hospital management and university didactis. Graduates are capable of handling the ever more complex requirements in the health sector. Offered bachelor programs: Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Midwifery, Speech Therapy, Physiotherapy, Radiological Technology. Offered master programs: Management for Health Professionals – main focus on Hospital Management, University Didactis for Health Professional Education.

University of Applied Sciences Programme Military Leadership

=Theresianische Militärakademie (Wiener Neustadt) / Fachhochschul-Diplomstudiengang Militärische Führung GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Burgplatz 1, 2700 Wr. Neustadt, Tel: +43-2622-381-2105

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Provider: Federal Ministry of Defence and Sports / Section II / Education and Training Group / Training A (017). Rossauer Lände 1, 1090 Vienna Tel +43-50-201-1022617 Mail contact / Website. The aim of the career officer training has always been to train highly qualified military leaders who, within the framework of our democratic social system and on account of their academically founded training, are able to fulfil their tasks in deployment, training and operations by acting in a professional and ethically/morally responsible manner. Generations of officers have completed the renowned and globally recognised training here, remain faithfully connected to their former military home and regularly find their way back to their ‘alma mater’. The training at the academy ranges from secondary education establishments for the training of the next generation of officers in the school regiment onto the tertiary education establishment of the universities of applied sciences bachelor’s study programme for officer training in Institute 1 and lifelong, part-time continuing officer training in Institute 2.

University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien

=Fachhochschule Technikum Wien GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Höchstädtplatz 5, 1200 Wien, Tel: +43-1-3334077-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Austria's Largest Technical University of Applied Sciences: With over 5,000 alumni and more than 2,700 students currently taking its 11 bachelor’s and 17 master’s degree programs, UAS Technikum Wien is the largest purely technical university of applied sciences in Austria. It offers an extremely diverse range of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. All of the programs are based on a solid theoretical foundation, while also being practice-oriented. They are offered as full-time and/or part-time degree programs in the four following technical areas: * Communication Technologies & Electronic Engineering * Information Technologies & Business Solutions * ngineering & Environmental Technologies * Life Science Technologies. At UAS Technikum Wien, emphasis is not only placed on providing a high-quality technical education, but also on language training and subjects with a focus on business and personal development. Close ties with business and industry give students and graduates excellent career opportunities. UAS Technikum Wien was founded in 1994 and became Vienna’s first university of applied sciences in 2000. It is a network partner of the Association of the Austrian Electrical and Electronics Industries (FEEI).

University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

=FH Oberösterreich (Hagenberg u.a.) GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Franz-Fritsch-Strasse 11/Top3, 4600 Wels, Tel: +43-7242-44808-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

The University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria is one of the leading Austrian Universities of Applied Sciences. We offer an internationally recognized, well-established, practice-oriented education at university level at four locations in the central region of Upper Austria. We also support the economy with cutting-edge products from our research and development centers. The University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria is one of the country’s field leaders. We offer internationally recognised, practice-oriented degree programmes at four locations in the central region of Upper Austria. In line with our commitment to developing international links, we maintain contacts with some 200 partner universities around the world. Our second major area of focus is the national economy, and our research and development centres are continually developing cuttingedge products across a wide range of practical applications. This solid combination of theory and praxis has earned the University an acclaimed reputation both regionally and nationally. Heartbeat of educational excellence the University’s successful development has been based on a dynamic approach to innovation and close co-operation with industry. Monitoring economic trends and technical advances has ensured that we have kept pace with changes in the wider economy, especially with regard to labour market requirements and productivity of the areas. Each of the University’s four Schools has defined its own key areas for best practice in teaching and research: >> Informatics, Communications and Media >> Applied Health and Social Sciences >> Management >> Engineering and Environmental Sciences. Visionary blend of theory and the practical the appeal of studying applied sciences here in Upper Austria is the University’s unique blend of broad-based specialist theory and intensely practical applications. Fundamental to this curriculum strategy is the input from private sector companies and organisations across the full range of our degree programmes at all levels: >> Study projects with companies/organisations >> Practical placements or internships >> Master’s Theses >> Projects in research and development. Co-operating with private sector partners beyond the confines of the University provides invaluable access to real-world know-how and resources that has invariably led to the development of new projects and provided opportunities for creative interface with potential new partners. Our record of more than 1,000 such collaborative ventures at home and abroad speaks for itself.

University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt

=Fachhochschule Wiener Neustadt GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Johannes Gutenberg-Straße 3, 2700 Wiener Neustadt, Tel: +43-2622-89084-0

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Key facts about us: The University of Applied Sciences, Wiener Neustadt was established in 1994 as the first of its kind in Austria. From its inception and by law it was unequivocally positioned in the third level of education in Austria. Its aim was to combine academic studies with a more practically orientated education, which would be specifically suited to the business and technology sectors of today. The University of Applied Sciences, Wiener Neustadt currently consists of four faculties, Business, Engineering, Health Studies and Security. The University was awarded its official »Fachhochschule« (FH) status in 1999, again making it a pioneer among Austrian institutes of higher education.To this day, the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt maintains its reputation of excellence and is internationally recognized as one of the top institutions of its kind. It remains the largest university of its kind in all of Austria, with the biggest selection of courses taught in the English language. With the establishment of the bachelor´s program Business Consultancy International (taught exclusively in English), the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt hopes to further its reputation and international connections, as well as providing students with the opportunity of a truly unique and international degree.

University Colleges of Teacher Education

University College for Agrarian and Environmental Pedagogy

=Hochschule für Agrar- und Umweltpädagogik Wien GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Angermayergasse 1, 1130 Wien, Tel: +43-1-8772266-0

Type: University College of Teacher Education

Address: Bürglstein 1-7, 5360 St. Wolfgang, Tel: +43-6137-6621-0

Type: Public Agency

Competence Center for adult education: The Austrian Federal Institute for Adult Education (Bundesinstitut für Erwachsenenbildung – bifeb) is part of the ministry of education, art and culture and is dedicated to the principles of lifelong learning and the equal access to education. The close national and international cooperation with affiliate organisations of adult education and other research institutions ensures the professionalisation of continuing education as well as the setting of new standards in lifelong learning. Our offers in the field of continuing education specially aim at: *Teachers, Trainers *Counsellors *Education Managers *Communication Managers and Librarians. The contents covered in courses, workshops and university level courses are communicated by Austrian as well as international experts. In addition new learning modes are introduced. We closely cooperate with the Austrian Academy for Continuing Education - WeiterBildungsAkademie Österreich - which is checking and accrediting skills according to defined standards by recognition of existing qualifications. A two-part modular curriculum based on competence profiles leads to two obtainable certificates: certified adult educator and graduate adult educator.

Other Institutions (Councils, Associations, Public Agencies)

ACT - Austrian Centre for Training Firms

=ACT - Servicestelle der österreichischen Übungsfirmen

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Esslinggasse 5/9, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-5322978

Type: Public Agency

Mission statement: ACT - the Austrian center for training firms - is a project of the Austrian Ministery of Education, the Arts and Culture, General Directorate for Vocational Education and Training. ACT is the pedagogic and organisational centre of the Austrian practice firm market and the link between the Austrian practice firms and the international practice firm network. Our clients: We supply the Austrian practice firms with all the information and support they need to run their practice firms. We see us as the link between the Austrian practice firm market and educational establishments, politics, economy, social partners and international practice firms. We work for all Austrian practice firms and their institutions as well as for the organisers, the managers and the employees of the practice firms. Our co-operation partners:We fulfill the requirements of our customers in the pedagogic-methodical sector as well as in the sector of professional transfer of information and know-how. From the economic point of view we cooperate with enterprises which give practice firms ideational and financial support and help the cooperation between economy and education to become realistic and practical. Nationally as well as internationally our main aim is to innovate and advance the idea of a practice firm network and to take part in national and international co-operations and projects, which support our aim.

Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria (AQ Austria)

=Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Renngasse 5, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-5320220-0

Type: Public Agency

Scope of Authority: Developing and carrying out external quality assurance procedures such as audits for higher education institutions and accreditation procedures for higher education institutions and degree programmes, according to national and international standards; continuously supervision of accredited higher education institutions and degree programmes regarding the accreditation requirements; conducting studies and system-wide analyses, performing evaluations, and carrying out projects; providing information and advice in matters related to quality assurance and quality enhancement. Agency's Role: Institutional and programme accreditation, audit, evaluations, studies and projects, information and supervision. AQ Austria includes the competences and activities of three previous existing organisations, namely the Austrian Accreditation Council (Österreichischer Akkreditierungsrat, ÖAR), the FH Council (Fachhochschulrat, FHR) and the Austrian Agency for Quality Assurance (AQA). AQA will complete ongoing evaluations and therefore keep its functions until mid 2013.

Austria Science Board

=Österreichischer Wissenschaftsrat GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Liechtensteinstraße 22 A, 1090 Wien, Tel: +43 (0)1 3194999 0

Type: Council

The Austrian Science Board is the main advisory body to the Federal Minister of science and higher education, parliament and the universities, in all university-related matters, particularly their further development.

Austrian Accreditation Councilsee Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria (AQA)

Austrian Agency for International Cooperation in Education and Research (ÖAD) (Wien)

=Österreichische Austauschdienst-GmbH Wien GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Ebendorferstraße 7, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-53408-0

Type: Association

The objective of the OeAD-GmbH, which is a non-profit company, is to stimulate and support international mobility and cooperation in the field of university education and general education, with specific focus on Europe and the developing countries. In order to achieve this aim the OeAD-GmbH carries out the following activities, amongst others: administration of EU educational and mobility programmes, administration of international, European and Austrian programmes to support international mobility and cooperation in education, administration of programmes in the field of development cooperation to support educational and scientific cooperation with developing countries, provision of human and material resources for preparatory programmes carried out in collaboration with the universities, providing information about international mobility and cooperation in education, e.g. editing and issue of publications, web pages, information sessions as well as advertising and public relations activities for the university location Austria.

Austrian Agency for Quality Assurance

see Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria (AQA)

Austrian Association of Universities of Applied Sciences (FHK)

=Österreichische Fachhochschul-Konferenz GND

Mail contact / Website German

Address: Bösendorferstraße 4/11, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43 (0)1 890 6345 10

Type: Council

The FHK is an association of Austrian universities of applied sciences (UAS) to co-ordinate overarching issues pertaining to universities of applied sciences training, to represent the interests of the universities of applied sciences sector externally and to support universities of applied sciences in achieving common educational goals. UAS offer young people in Austria a practically-orientated university-level education and prepare them optimally for their careers.

Austrian Centre for Language Competence (ÖSZ)

=Österreichisches Sprachen-Kompetenz-Zentrum Graz GND

Mail contact / Website

Address: Hans-Sachs-Gasse 3/I, 8010 Graz, Tel: +43-316-824150

Type: Association

- Critical monitoring of, and contributions to, international developments in areas of language learning and teaching. We cooperate with important international bodies (the European Union, the Council of Europe, the European Centre for Modern Languages), and with other, national language institutes. - Creating new concepts of classroom learning and teaching, and developing subject-specific didactic and methods-related materials for practical schoolteaching. In this connection, we also evaluate, disseminate and implement such concepts and materials. - Nation-wide implementing of international measures and programmes, in Austria, mainly those of the European Union and of the Council of Europe. For this purpose, we put relevant background information, data and practical examples, at users’ disposal. We also disseminate information on international developments, in Austria. - Networking between schools, and with (and between) teachers, with reference to innovative ideas and projects. We dispose of a database with a healthy year on year growth rate that records innovative approaches taking place in kindergartens, schools, tertiary education institutions, universities, and in adult education. On a regular basis, we give awards to particularly progressive developments. - As a contact point, we are pleased to answer subjectspecific questions addressed to us by representatives of the Austrian system of education, of other public service and administrative institutions, and of politics.

Austrian Conference of Private Universities (ÖPUK)

=Österreichische Privatuniversitäten Konferenz

Mail contact / Website

Address: Am Kahlenberg 1, 1190 Wien, Tel: +43-1-3203555-301

Type: Council

Austrian Council for Research and Technology Development

=Rat für Forschung und Technologieentwicklung GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Pestalozzigasse 4 / D1, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-7131414-0

Type: Council

The main task of the Austrian Council for Research and Technology Development consists in systematically, independently and thoroughly consulting the Austrian Federal Government in all issues of research, technology and innovation policy. The main goal of its work is to provide an essential contribution to a future-oriented RTI policy. In doing so, the Austrian Council sees itself as central node in the network of the broad technology and research landscape, as coordinator and amplifier of the diversified activities, as bridge between actors, as filter, and most of all as setter of priorities. The main strategic foundation is the council's Strategy 2010 and its successor the current Strategy 2020. Here you will learn more about the strategies and their genesis.

Austrian Court of Audit (RH)

=Österreich / Rechnungshof GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Dampfschiffstraße 2, 1030 Wien, Tel: +43-1-71171-0

Type: Public Agency

The Austrian Court of Audit is a federal body that acts on a state, laender and municipal level. In line with its independence laid down in the constitution, the ACA verifies that state, laender and municipal budgets are being spent economically, efficiently and effectively. Public auditing is one of the cornerstones of the parliamentary system and of democracy. The main task of the ACA is to perform audits and to consult. In addition, the ACA carries out many special tasks. Performance audits represent the most important strategic area of the ACA's activity and form the basis of its consulting activities.We highly appreciate your interest.

Austrian Higher Education Conference (HSK)

=Österreich / Hochschulkonferenz

Mail contact / Website German

Type: Public Agency

The Austrian Higher Education Conference was constituted on 3 May 2012. The deliberations focus on strategic goals and measures such as:

a coordinated profile
coordinated matching of subjects in teaching and research
increase in permeability
location optimization and balance between regional education
coordination in infrastructure planning
acquisition and use of Large-scale research infrastructure
development of new budget structures, financing instruments and incentives.

Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF)

=Österreichischer Integrationsfonds GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Schlachthausgasse 30, 1030 Wien, Tel: +43-1-7101203-100

Type: Association

The ÖIF is an Austrian-wide integration service provider and a center of integration expertise. As a fund of the Republic of Austria, the Austrian Integration Fund is a partner for the Ministry of the Interior. It provides comprehensive integration services for migrants, society, and politics, especially in strenghtening language skills. The Fund is bound by the commitment to the issue of integration and sees diversity as having a positive effect on our society.

Austrian National Union of Students (ÖH)

=Österreichische Hochschülerinnen- und Hochschülerschaft GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Taubstummengasse 7-9, 1040 Wien, Tel: +43 (0)1 3108880 0

Type: Public Agency

The Austrian National Union of Students is the elected official students' council in higher education. This council is the legal representation for the students of all types of higher education and offers a wide variety of services, consisting of the following departments: Chair ; Office for Educational Policy ; Office for Universities of Teacher Education ; Office for Universities of Applied Sciences ; Department for financial affairs ; Social Affairs Office ; Office for Public Relations ; Guidance Counselling for Students and Prospective Students ; International Office ; International Students Office ; Office for Feminist Politics ; Office for Human Rights and Social Politics ; Tutorial Project.

Austrian Research and Support Centre for the Gifted and Talented (ÖZBF)

=Österreichisches Zentrum für Begabtenförderung und Begabungsforschung Salzburg (ÖZBF) GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Schillerstraße 30/Techno 12, A-5020 Salzburg, Tel:+43-662-439581

Type: Association

The “Austrian Research and Support Centre for the Gifted and Talented” was established in 1999 as an association financed by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture, and the Federal Ministry of Science and Research. It focuses on the support and promotion of young people’s talents and on initiating holistic educational enrichment for the promotion of gifted young people in Austria. Being a national centre, the ÖZBF develops new ideas, and suggests measures in the field of education programmes for gifted young people, and also conducts research in this area, thus enabling the pooling of experience from both research and practice. The ÖZBF acts as a turntable for national and international networking among experts. These valuable research findings form the basis for developing new educational strategies and concepts. Further areas of work include school quality development and quality assurance, especially in teacher training and talent support. In publications, handouts, and teacher training courses the latest research results are disseminated to educators committed to the education of the gifted. Thus schools are supported in making more appropriate provisions for the stimulation of the talented, and in developing an awareness for a talent-friendly and optimal environment.

Austrian Society for Civic Education (pb)

=Österreichische Gesellschaft für Politische Bildung GND

Mail contact / Website

Address: Mayerhofgasse 6/3, 1040 Wien, Tel. +43-1-5046851

Type: Association

The Austrian Society for Civic Education is a public non-profit association founded in 1977. It aims at the promotion of adult civic education by funding related projects as well as providing professional training and project consulting.

Charlotte Bühler Institute of Practice-Oriented Early Childhood Research (CBI)

=Charlotte Bühler Institut für praxisorientierte Kleinkindforschung

Mail contact / Website

Address: Stephansplatz 6, Stiege 2, Tür 3, 1010 Wien, Tel. +43 664 8536333

Type: Public Agency

The institute was founded in 1992 with the aim of linking theory and practice in infant research.

Federal Centre for Inclusive and Special Needs Education (BZIB)

=Bundeszentrum Inklusive Bildung und Sonderpädagogik

Mail contact / Website

Address: Kaplanhofstraße 40, 4020 Linz, Tel: +43 732 7470-7339

Type: Public Agency

German / English description

The goals of the BZIB are nationwide coordination and networking of higher education establishments and universities with the help of

the design of an inclusive system at school and higher education level
the development of curricula as part of the New teacher training scheme
the development of projects at national and international level
representation of the Education Ministry in the European Agency for Special Needs and Inclusive Education

Federal Institute for Quality Assurance in the Austrian School System (IQS)

=IQS - Institut des Bundes für Qualitätssicherung im österreichischen Schulwesen (former name 2008-2020: BIFIE)

Mail contact / Website

Address: Alpenstraße 121, 5020 Salzburg, Tel: +43 662 620088

Type: Public Agency

The scientific and educational staff of the IQS is working on projects in all aspects of the Austrian school system. The core responsibilities are: - Quality concepts and practice in school environments and development of teaching resources. - Monitoring of the entire Austrian school system; introduction and control of teaching/learning standards and implementation of international evaluation studies. - Monitoring the development and implementation of educational reforms. - Educational guidance for the administrative bodies. Former name: Federal Institute of Educational Research, Innovation and Development.

ECHA Austria Association

=ECHA-Österreich - Verein zur Förderung von Begabungsforschung und Begabungsinitiativen im European Council for High Ability (Wien)

=Kultusamt

Mail contact / Website German Englisch

Type: Public Agency

As the supreme authority of religious affairs, the Office of Religious Affairs is responsible for implementing state regulations concerning religions. These include, in particular, decisions on applications to register religious denominations and the recognition of churches and religious communities, to the effect that these then possess the status of a public body. These decisions are made while preserving the fundamental religious/ideological neutrality of the state (rejecting the system of a legally preferred "state church").

The Office of Religious Affairs plays an informative and advisory role when other ministries, governments of the lander, courts, authorities and governmental offices come into contact with religious communities when implementing their regulations or when religious/ideological concerns of citizens are involved.

These activities are of particular importance in the system of cooperation that prevails in Austria (e.g. compulsory religious education in state schools) between the state, churches and religious communities, which exists alongside all due organizational separation and fundamental neutrality of the state.

Office of the Austrian Student Ombudsman (OS)

=Ombnudsstelle für Studierende (OS)

Contact / Website German Englisch

Type: Public Agency

The Austrian Student Ombudsman

investigates matters referred to him and in individual cases seeks to arbitrate vis-à-vis the relevant governing bodies and staff of the higher educational institution, or with other authorities. All matters are dealt with confidentially.
supports measures to address or identify shortcomings at higher education institutions
draws attention to problem areas in the higher education system
collaborates with other national ombudsmen, information and ombudsmen’s offices, interest groups and umbrella organisations within the higher education sector
advises all governing bodies and staff of the educational institution

Public Employment Service Austria (AMS)

=Arbeitsmarktservice Österreich GND

Mail contact / Website German Englisch

Address: Treustraße 35-43, 1200 Wien, Tel: +43-1-33178-0

Type: Public Agency

The Austrian Public Employment Service (AMS) is Austria’s leading provider of labour-market related services. We match candidates with job openings and assist jobseekers and companies who turn to us by offering advice, information, qualification opportunities and financial assistance. Within the framework of the Federal Government’s policy of full employment, the AMS renders a major contribution to preventing and eradicating unemployment in Austria. Commissioned by the Federal Ministry of Labour, the AMS assumes its role as an enterprise under public law in close cooperation with labour and employers’ organisations. Under the Public Employment Service Act of July 1, 1994, the Labour Market Administration Authority AMV was spun off from the Federal Ministry of Employment, Health und Social Affairs, and the new Public Employment Service AMS was set up as a service agency under public law.

Quality Assurance Council for Teacher Education (QSR)

=Qualitätssicherungsrat für Pädagoginnen- und Pädagogenbildung

Mail contact / Website

Address: Bankgasse 1, 1014 Wien, Tel.: +43-1-53120-6375

Type: Council

The Quality Assurance Council (QSR) was set up on 3 July 2013 based on the legal foundation of the Federal Framework Law concerning the Introduction of a New Teacher Training Scheme. Its inaugural meeting took place on 30 July 2013. The Quality Assurance Council (QSR) aims to ensure external quality assurance which provides quality- and needs-oriented academic support for the development of teacher training programmes. Its members are independent in the performance of their functions and not subject to any instructions. In its work the QSR is supported by an office.

Rectors' Conference of Austrian University Colleges of Teacher Education (RÖPH)

=Rektorinnen- und Rektorenkonferenz der österreichischen Pädagogischen Hochschulen

Mail contact / Website

Address: Grenzackerstraße 18, 1100 Wien, Tel.

Type: Council

Die Rektor/innenkonferenz versteht sich als Stimme der öffentlichen und privatenPädagogischen Hochschulen Österreichs.
Die Rektor/innenkonferenz entwickelt gemeinsame Positionen zu hochschulischen und gesellschaftlich wichtigen Fragestellungen.
Die Tätigkeit der Rektor/innenkonferenz ist nicht auf Gewinn gerichtet.
Als Plattform der Rektorate koordiniert die RÖPH die Meinungsbildung der PädagogischenHochschulen in Grundsatzfragen von Pädagog/innenbildung (Aus-, Fort- und Weiterbildung sowie Schulentwicklungsbegleitung), Forschung und Lehre.
Die RÖPH verfasst Stellungnahmen zu Entwürfen von Gesetzen und Verordnungen, die die Angelegenheiten der Pädagogischen Hochschulen betreffen sowie zu relevanten hochschulpolitischen und gesellschaftspolitischen Themen.
Die RÖPH fördert im Sinne des § 10 Hochschulgesetz 2005 die Zusammenarbeit mit anderen nationalen und internationalen Bildungseinrichtungen, insbesondere mit Universitäten und Fachhochschulen.

Statistics Austria

=Statistik Austria GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Guglgasse 13, 1110 Wien, Tel: +43-1-71128-7070

Type: Public Agency

At the beginning of 2000, the former Austrian Central Statistical Office was separated from Government Services by a new Federal Statistics Act. It is now an independent and non-profit-making federal institution under public law and is called Statistics Austria (STAT). It is responsible for performing scientific services in the area of federal statistics. The Federal Statistics Act of 2000 defines federal statistics as a (non-personal) information system of the government providing data on the economic, demographic, social, ecological and cultural situation in Austria. This information helps administrative bodies in planning and political decision-making procedures and in controlling the measures they have taken. Moreover, data are made available to the scientific and economic community and to the general public. Federal statistics comprises the compilation of statistics of all kinds as well as analyses, prognoses and statistical models which reach beyond the interests of an individual Austrian province. The statistics are decreed by international legal acts of the European Community, by federal laws and by regulations. In the performance of its duties, Statistics Austria must observe a number of principles in the interest of its clients, other users and respondents. The most important of these are:

to maintain objectivity and impartiality in the compilation of statistics;
to apply statistical methods and procedures according to internationally accepted scientific principles and standards and to disclose them;
to continuously control quality improvements;
to maintain a high degree of topicality;
to publish statistics and their underlying concepts, definitions and explanations immediately; main results will be available via the Internet free of charge from 2002 onward;
to endeavour to keep the costs to relevant persons and business enterprises as low as possible and to supply the providers of statistical data with sufficient information;
to keep personal data confidential.

Access to the compiled data should be possible not only for administrative purposes but also to the scientific and economic community, to the public and to individual citizens. To enable this access, Statistics Austria provides information and expert services, in particular statistical analyses, as well as statistical data free of charge or at a reasonable cost.

The Innovation Foundation for Education (iB)

=Die Innovationsstiftung für Bildung

Mail contact / Website

Address: Ebendorferstraße 7, 1010 Wien, Tel: +43-1-53408-120

Type: Public Agency

The Innovation Foundation for Education was established on January 1, 2017 by federal law.

Its mission is to contribute to raising the level of education and innovation competence of all age groups in Austria by promoting innovative projects in the Austrian education landscape

Universities Austria (UNIKO)

=Österreichische Universitätenkonferenz GND

Mail contact / Website German English

Address: Liechtensteinstraße 22, 1090 Wien, Tel: +43-1-3105656-0

Type: Council

Universities Austria is a non-profit association under private law. Its purpose is to assist the Austrian universities in the fulfilment of their tasks and responsibilities and thus to foster scholarship and research. Universities Austria handles the internal coordination of the 21 public Austrian universities, it represents them in national and international organisations and is the public voice of the universities. Furthermore, Universities Austria provides administrative and organisational support to the National University Federation (Dachverband der Universitäten). Universities Austria is funded through membership fees, paid by the universities. The fees are graded according to the size of the institutions.