Double Degrees and Joint Programs at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences

Study abroad, gain intercultural experience, and open up new career paths with two degrees.

The Double Degree & Joint Programs at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences offer students the opportunity to gain international experience while earning two academic degrees. In cooperation with renowned partner universities in Europe, the programs combine practice-oriented learning with intercultural exchange, thereby expanding both professional and personal skills. Particularly in fields such as International Business Management, Social Work, Health Management, Active Aging and Age-Friendly Society (EMMA), and Digital Construction Management, the Double Degree & Joint Programs options open up exciting prospects for an international career and a strong professional network. In addition to studying at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, students spend part of their education abroad, thereby benefiting from different teaching and work cultures.

Health Management
Social Work: Development and Design
International Business Management

Active Aging and Age-Friendly Society (EMMA^*)
Digital Construction Management

* Subject to accreditation by AQ Austria.

Double Degree Programs in
Health Management and Social Work

In cooperation with the Finnish University of Applied Sciences in Jyväskylä (JAMK), the master’s programs in Health Management and Social Work: Development and Design offer an international dual-degree program (DDP).

The DDP is an initiative of the degree programs aimed at strengthening the European dimension of the curriculum and thereby opening up international career opportunities for students. In addition, it enables students to establish international contacts and gain a broader perspective on the healthcare sector.

The program comprises 30 ECTS credits. These credits are integrated into the curricula of the master’s programs and include two international study weeks (Summer School in Jyväskylä and Spring School at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences), a specific selection of online courses, the master’s thesis, and, optionally, one to two weeks of practical training. All components of the program are conducted in English.

Details on the Double Degree Programs
at the School of Health and Social Sciences

DEGREES

Upon successful completion of the DDP, students earn the following degrees

Healthcare Management

Master of Arts in Business – CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences
Master of Health Care – JAMK

Social Work: Development and Design

Master of Arts in Social Sciences – CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences
Master of Social Services – JAMK

PREREQUISITES

Bachelor's degree
Very good written and spoken English skills
At least 2 years of professional experience in the healthcare and/or social services sector following completion of a bachelor’s degree or basic training

APPLICATION

at the start of the first semester of the master's program
in writing, with a statement of purpose and a resume in English

PROCEDURE

1st Semester

Application period: Beginning of the semester (following an information session)
Admission decision and procedure (CUAS & JAMK): By early December
Online kick-off meeting and introduction to DDP students and the DDP team

2nd Semester

Info session: Summer School
Summer School at JAMK, in Jyväskylä, Finland (5 ECTS)
Finalization of the master’s thesis proposal (exposé)
Assignment of a master’s thesis advisor at JAMK
Students nominate a second advisor at CUAS (self-organized)

3rd Semester

Online course: Ethical Expertise, Leadership & Organizational Culture (JAMK)
Master’s Thesis

4th Semester

Optional – Information session: Spring School (CUAS)
Optional – Spring School at CUAS, in Klagenfurt, Austria (CUAS)
Master’s Examination

Contact

Magdalena Collins, BA, MA, MCI

Health & Social
Services +435905004135
m.collins(at)cuas.at

Double Degree Program in
International Business Management

To be eligible for the Carinthia-Udine dual degree program, you must be enrolled in the “International Business Management” master’s program at CU University of Applied Sciences Carinthia or in the “International Marketing, Management, and Organization” master’s program at UNIUD
You must meet the general admission requirements for both master’s programs
Complete the application form for the dual degree program and attach the required documents (see application form)
Required English proficiency level: B2

Successful Application for the Dual Degree Program
Completion of all components of the four-semester dual degree program, including a semester abroad at the partner university (in the 3rd semester)
A master’s thesis that has received a positive evaluation (by the primary advisor at the home university and the secondary reviewer at the host university)
A successfully completed master’s examination at CU University of Carinthia

To be eligible for the Carinthia-Cologne dual degree program, you must be enrolled in the “International Business Management” master’s program at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences or in the “International Business” master’s program at TH Köln
You must meet the general admission requirements for both master’s programs
Complete the application form for the dual degree program and attach the required documents (see application form)
The required English proficiency level is B2
GMAT scores of >500 points or equivalent GRE scores must be submitted

Successful Application for the Dual Degree Program
Completion of all components of the four-semester dual degree program, including a semester abroad at the partner university (2nd semester in Cologne for CU students, 3rd semester in Carinthia for students from TH Köln).
A master’s thesis that has been positively evaluated (by the primary advisor at the home university and the secondary reviewer at the host university)
A successfully completed master’s examination at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences

WHY ENROLL IN A DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM?

Earn degrees awarded
by both CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (Austria) and one of our partner universities in Germany or Italy. Students who successfully complete the dual-degree program receive, after four semesters, a combined Austrian master’s degree from CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences and a German master’s degree from TH Köln/Cologne University of Applied Sciences or the Italian Laurea Magistrale degree from Università degli studi di Udine/University of Udine (one degree can be officially transferred). CU students participating in the dual degree program spend either their second semester (in Cologne) or their third semester (in Udine) abroad.
Gain international experience, build your network, and further
your personal development Participants in the dual degree program have the unique opportunity to study at two renowned universities and gain international experience through studying abroad. They can also build an international network and use their time abroad for their personal development.
Enjoy a unique combination of study locations
. CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is located in southern Austria, nestled between beautiful lakes and breathtaking mountains. Depending on the season, students can hit the slopes before class or take a dip in the refreshing lakes. TH Köln is Germany’s largest university of applied sciences. The city of Cologne, with over 1 million residents, is a cultural hub featuring vibrant neighborhoods and more than 100,000 students. The University of Udine is located in the center of Udine and offers students the full diversity of Italian city life near the beaches of the Adriatic Sea. Immerse yourself in nature, culture, local cuisine, and student life in the heart of Europe!

Multiple Degree Program
**Active Ageing and Age-Friendly Society (EMMA^*)**

The Joint Master's Degree Program in Active Aging and Age-Friendly Society (EMMA) focuses on the societal impacts of demographic change. This interdisciplinary and international program equips you to develop and implement innovative concepts for active aging and to play an active role in shaping an age-friendly society. The English-language program comprises 120 ECTS credits.

You will study at five partner universities in Europe:

CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, Austria, coordinator of the joint EMMA program
The University of Lisbon (UniLisbon), Portugal
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Greece
University College Cork (UCC), Ireland
Karelia University of Applied Sciences (KareliaUAS), Finland

This will give you diverse perspectives, international experience, and a strong network.

* Subject to accreditation by AQ Austria.