International Foundation ProgrammePathway to Studies in Upper Austria
A Route into an Austrian Degree
You want to apply for a study programme in Engineering or Business at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria but still miss pre-requisites to study?
We have the perfect solution for you! The International Foundation Programme offers you a focused and tailored preparation for your application to study at the FH Upper Austria.
The main target group are students who wish to study the English-taught Bachelor's programmes in Electrical Engineering or Global Sales and Marketing.
Perfect for students who…
- are looking for a preparation programme taught in English
- miss sufficient credits in Mathematics, Physics and English to be enrolled in a study programme
- wish to fresh up Mathematics, Physics and English prior to entering a study programme
- do not meet entry requirements for studying in Austria
- wish to brush up their language skills and technical terminology
- want to learn or improve German
After completion of the programme, you are well-prepared for commencing your studies at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria. Please note: you will not be automatically accepted but need to apply again for the programme of your choice.
Curriculum
Mathematics - 8 semester hours per week (8 SWS)
- Sets of numbers; equations and inequations; linear algebra and geometry; trigonometry and trigonometric functions; complex numbers
- Sequences and series; basic concepts of differential calculus and integral calculus; linear algebra (particularly vectors) and geometry; algebraic structures; introduction to probability calculations, statistics
Physics - 4 semester hours per week (4 SWS)
- Units, Basics of Mechanics: Kinematics, Dynamics, Work and Energy, Statics, Torque
- Thermodynamics, Heat and Energy, Ideal Gas, Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, Oscillations and Waves
English - 2 semester hours per week (2 SWS)
- Morphology and syntax, oral and written expression of technical issues (with and without use of a dictionary), verbal skills (describe, explain, and present technical issues), writing skills (translate, summarize, prepare papers, ...)
German as a Foreign Language - 2 to 4 semester hours per week (2-4 SWS)
- Participation in the A1/A2/B1/B2 (depending on level of skills) language courses
Additional modules - 1 semester hour per week (1st semester)
- Intercultural and social competences
Essential Information
Duration of Studies
- 2 semesters
- 1-semester - end of September - beginning of February
- 2-semester - end of February - beginning of July
Costs:
- programme fee: EUR 3600/year
Please note: accommodation, travel and living cost to/in Austria are not included in this tuition fee.
Entry Requirements
- A-Level / High School Diploma or equivalent
(If the Austrian Higher Education Entrance Qualification is not yet met, the required level can be acquired within the International Foundation Programme. In general, A-level is required, but in some cases excellent performance in AS-level and GCSE-level courses might qualify as well) - good English language skills
English Language Certificate B2 if available (IELTS, Toefl,...)
Application
- Please apply online
- Application deadline:
- extended deadline - September 15, 2020 (original deadline April 30)
- Required documents:
- School-leaving Certificate *
- Certificates from the highest educational level (diplomas, transcript,...)*
- Photocopy of your passport
- Motivation letter
- CV
- good knowledge in English Language B2 (Certificates like Ielts, Toefl,Cambridge,... if available)
- optional: German Language Certificates (ÖSD, Göthe,...)
- Application procedure:
- online application
- formal check of prerequisites
- compulsory skype interview
Contact
Head of Studies: FH-Prof. DI Dr. Stefan Sunzenauer
Administrative Assistant: Magdalena Gufler, B.Ed.
International Foundation Programme
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria
Stelzhamerstr. 23
4600 Wels, AUSTRIA
Phone: +43 5 0804-43134
E-Mail: ifp@fh-ooe.at
www.fh-ooe.at/ifp