Course Content
StudyXplore is based on three pillars that provide you with guidance, practical insights, and in-depth subject knowledge–which can be individually combined and are designed to complement one another.
Orientation: Your
Guide for the Year
In the Orientation section, you’ll find exciting content about our degree programs and career fields, combined with personal development and skills that will prepare you for your studies and the future.
Your content at a glance:
- Orientation Week
- Planning Your Academic Path, Career Fields & Practical Experience 1 & 2
- Personal Development & Potential Analysis 1 & 2
- Intercultural Competence 1 & 2
- Climate Change in Our Lives
- Resilience & Employability
- AI-Supported Learning & Learning Strategies
- English 1 & 2
- Academic Research
- Project Management
- Business Administration
Elective Courses: Try Out
College Life
Together with students from CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, you’ll attend courses from our degree programs–tailored to your interests. Under the motto “Try Out College,” you’ll earn ECTS credits by taking exams. You’ll choose your elective courses after the orientation week, during which you’ll be introduced to all degree programs and campuses at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences.
Specializations:
Your Area of Focus
The specializations in Technology & Business or Health & Business provide you with additional professional expertise. Depending on your specialization, you will be fully enrolled in either the Industrial Engineering or Health and Nursing Management program.
Technology & Business Specialization:
- Computer Science 1
- Sustainable Innovation Management
Health & Business Specialization:
- Health Promotion & Prevention
- Writing Workshop
Discover Your Electives
During the orientation program–StudyXplore–you’ll have access to a wide range of elective courses from the various academic departments at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences as well as the Language Center. Explore the different fields and find out which courses interest you the most.
| Degree Program | Field of Study |
| Civil Engineering | Building Materials Technology (Lecture) |
| Civil Engineering | Building Materials Technology (Lab) |
| Civil Engineering | Recycling and Sustainability |
| Civil Engineering | Project 1 – Computer Algebra System (STEM) |
| Architecture | Fundamentals of Structural Representation – Technical Drawing |
| Architecture | Fundamentals of Architectural Representation – Fundamentals of Design |
| Architecture | Architecture and Computer Science |
| Architecture | Philosophy of the Arts |
| Degree Program | Field of Study |
| Green Transition Engineering | Environmental Data Sources and Data Integration |
| Green Transition Engineering | Databases & Data Structures (English) |
| Green Transition Engineering | Fundamentals of Natural Sciences (English) |
| Green Transition Engineering | Science Communication (English) |
| Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Engineering | Technical Drawing |
| Mechanical Engineering | CAD |
| Systems Engineering (counts toward Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Med-IT, Net-IT) | Methods of Circuit Analysis |
| Systems Engineering (counts toward Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Medical IT, andNetwork IT) | Electrical Engineering and Electronics 2 (Prerequisite: Electrical Engineering and Electronics 1) |
| Industrial Engineering | Sustainable Innovation Management |
| Industrial Engineering | Fundamentals of Marketing |
| Information Technologies (Medical Technology, Network & Communication Technology, Multimedia Technology) | Fundamentals of Electronics & Physics (German) |
| Information Technologies (Medical Technology, Network & Communication Technology, Multimedia Technology) | Electronic & Physical Basics (English) |
| Information Technologies (Medical Technology, Network & Communication Technology, Multimedia Technology) | Database Systems |
| Information Technologies - Multimedia Technology | Introduction to Computer Graphics |
| Degree Program | Field of Study |
| Economics | Human Resources & Organization |
| Economics | Sustainability, Diversity & Business Ethics |
| Business | Digital Marketing Inspiration Day |
| Business | Marketing & Sales |
| Business | Collaborative Work |
| Degree Program | Field of Study |
| Social Work | Fundamentals of Social Work |
| Social Work | Political and Legal Foundations |
| Social Work | Early Childhood |
| Social Work | Interdisciplinary Foundations of Social Work in Adulthood |
| Social Work | The Welfare State, Democracy, and Participation |
| Diversity & Disability Studies | Introduction to Diversity & Disability Studies |
| Diversity & Disability Studies | Self-Advocacy and Representation of Diversity Communities |
| Diversity & Disability Studies | Pedagogical Foundations of DDS I |
| Diversity & Disability Studies | Cultural Competence in an Inclusive Society |
| Diversity & Disability Studies | Interprofessional |
| Interpreting Austrian Sign Language | Fundamentals of Translation Studies |
| Occupational Therapy | Analysis of Biomechanical Skills |
| Occupational Therapy | AKTA-ET2 |
| Midwifery | Pharmacology |
| Biomedical Laboratory Science, Midwifery & Radiologic Technology (counts toward Occupational Therapy & Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology; counts partially toward Health & Nursing) | Anatomical and Physiological Foundations |
| Biomedical Analysis, Midwifery & Radiologic Technology (counts toward Occupational Therapy & Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology; partially counts toward Health & Nursing) | Medical Terminology and Classification |
| Biomedical Laboratory Science, Midwifery & Radiology Technology (counts toward occupational and physical therapy, speech-language pathology; partially counts toward health and nursing) | Fundamentals of Hospital Hygiene |
| Biomedical Laboratory Science & Midwifery (partially applicable to occupational and physical therapy, radiologic technology, and health and nursing) | General Pathology |
| Biomedical Laboratory Science | Microscopy and Morphology 2 |
| Biomedical Analysis | Fundamentals of Pathophysiology and Pathobiochemistry |
| Radiology Technology | Radiation Biology |
| Health and Nursing | Introduction to Simulation |
| Health and Nursing | Nutrition and Dietetics |
| Health and Nursing | Introduction to Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods (Groups B, C,& D) |
| Speech-Language Pathology | Fundamentals of Ergonomics and Health Counseling (Group 2) |
| Speech-Language Pathology | Audiometry |
| Subject |
| Writing in an Academic Context |
| Chinese A1 |
| Italian A1 |
| Italian A2 |
| English B2 |
| French A1 |
| Russian A1 |
| Slovenian A1 |
| Spanish A1 |
| Spanish A2 |
Changes to the selection of electives are possible at any time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Orientation Programs - StudyXplore
Am I eligible for family allowance?
Yes, definitely–if you’ve successfully completed at least 16 ECTS credits worth of courses, you’re eligible for it during your orientation semester; you can find all the details by clicking “View All FAQs.”
Am I eligible for a student grant?
Generally speaking, yes–StudyXplore already covers 17 or 19.5 of the 30 required ECTS credits. You can find out the exact requirements and how to earn the remaining credits by clicking “View All FAQs.”
What happens after the orientation program?
You have several good options for your future academic path–you can find detailed information about all the possibilities and credit transfers by clicking “View All FAQs.”
Schedule & Class Schedule
What is the planned schedule?
Before your class schedule takes shape, you’ll go through a few clear steps: After applying and completing an admissions interview—for both specializations—you’ll start with an orientation week, during which you’ll be introduced to all degree programs and campuses at CU University of Applied Sciences Carinthia. Only then will you select your electives—at least two per semester. After that, the courses for your orientation program, your specialization, and your electives will begin simultaneously.
Your Class Schedule: Structure with Flexibility
The orientation courses and specialized tracks take up about 25 hours per week. The electives give you the opportunity to customize your schedule—depending on your choices, a few more hours may be added.
Don’t worry: In addition to the required courses, there’s plenty of time for our Xtras. These tailored programs give you the chance to make the most of your year—with training and certifications that help you explore career paths, prepare for the job market, or help fund your studies. And best of all: All of this is already factored into your schedule.
What might a schedule like that look like?
Since you put together your elective courses individually, no two class schedules are alike. Here are some examples of how you can structure your orientation year!
Still unsure about your future educational path?
The StudyXplore orientation program offers you the perfect opportunity to find answers and set you on the right path!
Additional Training
Study & More: Practical Additional Qualifications Alongside Your Studies
As part of StudyXplore, the orientation program at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, you’ll have the opportunity to gain practical experience and earn additional qualifications alongside your studies. In cooperation with strong partners, we offer two additional training programs that can be easily integrated into your class schedule and provide you with valuable experience for your future career.
Good to know: Although the supplementary training programs are part of the StudyXplore program, available spots–if any–are open to all students and staff at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences. You can therefore apply regardless of whether you’re participating in the StudyXplore orientation program.
Application
Interested in one of the two supplementary training programs? Apply using the respective application form.
Note: StudyXplore students are allocated spots as part of their orientation program. Any remaining spots are open to all students and staff at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences–we welcome every application!
Xtras
With our Xtras, you’ll gain additional skills and certifications far beyond your regular course load–from resume reviews with the Job Booster to language courses and certifications at the Language Center, to courses and events through University Sports, Health Services offered by CU Health as well as international micro-learning opportunities through our European University Alliance ACE².
In this way, our Xtras not only prepare you for your professional future but also enrich your entire orientation year.
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Why Choose CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences
At CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, you’ll experience more than just studying–you’ll be part of a cosmopolitan environment with multilingual study opportunities.
The unique combination of academic study and hands-on experience, along with innovative degree programs, gives you the space to actively pursue sustainable development. Studying in Carinthia means enjoying idyllic mountains, valleys, and lakes–the ultimate in quality of life and outdoor recreation. In addition to your studies, young and dynamic networks offer a wide range of opportunities in the startup sector!