How do I organise my studies?
This page provides an overview of the most important information regarding the organisation of your studies.
My start into university life
Starting your studies
It is important to gather information about the relevant degree programme already before applying for admission. Here you will find the answers to your questions:
- The welcome guide "Herzlich willkommen an der Universität Wien!" offers a first insight into the most important topics and services for getting started with your studies. (German only)
- How do I plan a semester?
- Studies service center (SSC)/studies service unit (SSS) - Who can help if I have questions about my studies?
- What is u:space, u:find, Moodle and Webmail?
- Which IT services does the university offer to students?
- What is the introductory and orientation period (STEOP)?
- What kind of support services are available for students?
- Courses and examinations - How can I register?
- How do I organise different examination methods if I need to do so because of an impairment?
- Extension curriculum - What is that?
- How can I change my personal data?
- Where do I find confirmations about my study?
My finances
Financing your studies
In addition to the tuition fee/Students' Union fee, you will have to cover other costs as well: You need to consider your living expenses (accommodation, food, mobility, etc.) and study-related expenses (books, writing material, etc.), and plan accordingly.
- We have compiled the most important information about scholarships, funding and work under "Studying and Living".
- You can find further information at the Sozialreferat der ÖH Uni Wien (students' union social services division).
My rights and obligations
Study law
You have rights and obligations that govern your studies from admission until graduation. If you have any questions regarding study law, you can contact the following offices:
- The directorate of studies responsible for your degree programme should be your first point of contact if you have any questions regarding legal issues and organisational tasks during your studies.
- Lecturers and examiners are the primary contact persons for the implementation of deviating examination methods for students with disabilities. The SPL makes any fundamental decisions in this regard. The Accessible Studying Team ('Team Barrierefrei') offers (also anonymous) advice on this.
- The Office of the Studienpräses provides support if you encounter problems during your studies that neither your lecturer nor the directorate of studies can solve.
- If you have questions about admission and tuition fee, please get in touch with the Admission Office.
- In individual cases, the Ombuds office for students ('Ombudsstelle für Studierende) of the Federal Ministry can help find a solution together with the bodies and members of the educational institution concerned.
A degree programme is based on regulations and laws. In the following section you find the most important regulations:
- Curriculum - the legal basis for degree programmes
- Statutes of the University of Vienna - study law
- University law (2002 Universities Act, Part II: Study Law)
Good Scientific Practice
Please follow the Guidelines for Good Scientific Practice from the beginning of your studies until the graduation. You find useful information here:
Other regulations:
My vote counts
Student participation
The Austrian National Union of Students represents all students studying at Austrian universities on both the federal level, and the level of university and studies.
- Österreichische HochschülerInnenschaft (ÖH) - Austrian National Union of Students
- ÖH Uni Wien (Austrian National Union of Students at the University of Vienna)
- Students' representatives at the University of Vienna
- Union of Students Act (HochschülerInnenschaftsgesetz)
The Unit for Quality Assurance carries out course evaluations and graduate surveys to improve teaching at the University of Vienna. Students are welcome to voice their opinions.
My vision
Student mobility
The International Office helps you plan and realise stays abroad during your studies in the framework of mobility programmes.
My diversity
Diversity
Diversity enriches our community life by opening up different ways of understanding, thinking and acting. The perception, recognition and utilisation of diversity are therefore key fundamental values of the University of Vienna.
My efforts
Study-life balance
Not only your studies but also obligations beyond university life are posing challenges. There are many aspects that you need to reconcile with your studies, e.g.
Studies and...
- Childcare
- Care (for family members) (in German)
- Employment (in German)
- Pension (plan) (in German)
- Helping others (in German)