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Proof of German language proficiency is required only for German-language degree programs. Generally, a B2 level is sufficient; however, a C1 level is required for a few specific Degree programs.

The following certificates are accepted:

• Goethe Certificate B2 or higher
• telc Deutsch “C1 Hochschule”
• German Language Test for University Admission of Foreign Applicants (DSH1 or DHS2)
• German Language Diploma of the Conference of Ministers of Education (DSD II)
• Test of German as a Foreign Language (Test DaF), at least level TDN 3 in all sections, preferably TDN 4
• Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF) – ÖIF Test (B2) or higher
• Successful completion of the supplementary German exam as part of a preparatory course at Austrian universities
• High school diploma from a German-speaking school (where German is the language of instruction and examination) or from an Austrian or German school abroad; South Tyrolean high school diploma
• Completion of at least a three-year degree program taught in German at a recognized postsecondary educational institution

All applicants for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree programs must demonstrate English proficiency at the B2 level. Exception: 

• International Business Management: C1
• Disability & Diversity Studies: A2

How can you prove your English proficiency? Here you’ll find a list of accepted certificates and/or proof of proficiency:

• High school diploma with English as a school subject or a subject on the Matura exam. The following conditions apply:
  • The high school diploma was earned at a school in an EU/EEA member state, Switzerland, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada
• IB Diploma with English as a course of study
• Certificate of the supplementary English exam from the preparatory program at an Austrian university, confirming successful completion of the supplementary English exam
• Certificate of eligibility for university studies from an Austrian university confirming the successful completion of an exam in English
• Vocational Maturity Examination in English
• TOEFL: minimum total score of 85 (all sections at the “Higher Intermediate” level)
• IELTS (Academic): Overall score of at least 6.0 (not older than September 2024)
• Cambridge English B2 First: at least 170 points per section
• Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Level C1
• Degree certificate and transcript/diploma supplements that meet all of the following conditions:  
  • Full-time degree program with a duration of at least two years and 
  • Courses taught entirely in English and
  • completed at a university in an EU/EEA country, Switzerland, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada.

Do you want to study at CU Carinthia University but didn’t earn your high school or college degree in Austria? 

Then there are a few things you need to keep in mind:

• We only accept documents issued in German, English, or bilingually (national language + German or English).
• The translation must be performed by a sworn translator certified by the court.
• Here you’ll find the current overview of whether you need full diplomatic certification or an apostille, or whether the documents are exempt from certification.
• The following documents must be certified or translated:
  • Bachelor’s Degree programs: All pages of the high school diploma and, if applicable, transcripts of records/collective transcripts/diplomas (if you have already studied)
  • Master’s Degree programs: Degree certificate, transcript of records and Diploma Supplement
• Thecertification/Apostille must be completed before the translation. Afterward, the original is translated and the translation is then permanently attached to the original document. This attachment must not be removed, as doing so will invalidate the translation. 

PLEASE NOTE: 

As a general rule, documents must be submitted with an apostille or full diplomatic certification when you apply so that we can fully verify the admission requirements. 

In some cases, it is possible to apply while still in your final year of high school or your final year of university. You can find details on this in the country-specific information regarding admission requirements.

The tuition fee for EU and EEA citizens as well as Swiss nationals is € 363.36 per semester. Students from non-EU countries are charged a tuition fee of € 500 per semester. Exempt from this rule are students who fall under the “Regulation on Specific Categories of Persons” or who hold a residence permit other than a “Student Residence Permit.”

Who is covered by the Categories of Persons Regulation?

• Persons with a right of residence under the Asylum Act
• Persons employed in the diplomatic service, as well as their spouses and children
• Individuals who have had their primary residence in Austria within the last 5 years prior to initial admission to a degree program
• Holders of high school diplomas from Austrian schools abroad 
• Foreign journalists accredited in Austria, as well as their spouses and children
• Individuals who receive a scholarship for their intended program of study based on provisions of an international treaty or an equivalent amount from funds provided by an Austrian local government, which, in accordance with that local government’s financial regulations, must be used exclusively for scholarships

In addition, all students must pay the legally required ÖH (Austrian Student Union) fee per semester. Currently, this amounts to € 26.20 per semester.

In just a few steps, you'll secure your spot in college!

• Register at https://bewerbung.cuas.at
• Select your degree programs – you can choose up to 2 programs.
• Prepare your documents, upload them to the application portal and submit your application.
• Participate in the admissions process.

You can also find details and additional tips on the application process in our Application Guidelines and the video tutorial.

Application Guidelines

• BACHELOR Application Guide
• MASTER Application Guide

Please note the application deadlines. You can find the application deadline that applies to you on the respective program page. 

Note:

Please review our information on admission requirements again. For some degrees and countries, we can only verify admission requirements based on the diploma itself, as the combination of subjects is a decisive factor.

To begin a Bachelor’s Degree program, you need a general university entrance qualification – that is, an Austrian Matura or an equivalent qualification (see Sections 4 and 5 of the University of Applied Sciences Act). If you did not earn your Matura in Austria or at an Austrian school abroad, we will assess its equivalence as soon as you submit your online application.

According to § 64(2) of the University Act (UG), qualifications may be classified as equivalent if:

1. The duration of the program is at least 12 years.
2. The diploma grants unrestricted access to higher education in the country of origin.
3. General education subjects make up the majority (at least 60%). As a general rule, the following six subjects must have been successfully completed in the last 3 years of school:
   • two languages
   • History, Geography, or Economics
   • Mathematics
   • Biology, physics, or chemistry
   • one general education subject of your choice

Please note that for all Bachelor’s Degree programs (except Disability & Diversity Studies), you must demonstrate English proficiency at the B2 level to be admitted to the program. For German-language Degree programs, you must also demonstrate German language proficiency at the B2 or C1 level.

Country-specific Information

To be eligible to begin a Master’s Degree program, you must have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in the same field (with a minimum duration of 3 or 4 years, depending on the country of study, and at least 180 ECTS credits). You can find information on which bachelor’s programs are considered relevant to the field and which minimum criteria must be met on the website of the respective Master’s program.

Please note:

• For German-language Master’s Degree programs, proficiency in German at the B2 level and, in addition, proficiency in English at the B2 level are required.
• For English-language programs, you must demonstrate English proficiency at the B2 or C1 level.

Applications from individuals whose documents require full diplomatic legalization can only be processed if this documentation is already submitted with the application. Only legalization by an Austrian diplomatic or consular mission is accepted. This means: The Bachelor’s Degree must already have been completed at the time of application.

Please also note that some universities are ranked into sections (1–3). As a result, admission requirements may vary. Each application is reviewed individually; no preliminary information regarding possible admission can be provided.

We process only complete applications submitted via the online portal https://cuas.bewerbung.at/en and provide feedback on whether the admission requirements have been met after evaluation.

Country-specific Information

Do you have an international high school diploma and would like to study at CU Carinthia University? In order for your qualification to be recognized as equivalent to the Austrian Matura (university entrance qualification), you may need to take supplementary exams.

Here you’ll find all the necessary Information

There are two paths to a Bachelor’s Degree – depending on your educational background or professional experience.

Even without a Matura, you can study at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences. With our preparatory course or the university entrance qualification exam, you can prepare specifically for your studies – in a practical, work-compatible way.

Details on “Studying without a Matura”