University Preparation & Enrolment Guidance

A certificate preparation course in addition to your German course prepares you for taking an official German language exam. OSD (Austrian German Language Diploma) Zertifikat B2 or C1 can be recognized by Austrian and some German universities as sufficient language entrance requirements. Our university advisor will inform you about the Austrian system of higher education in two tutorials and assist you in choosing the right university and study programme.

University Enrolment Guidance

In addition to University Preparation you can also book our Enrolment Guidance. Before you come to Austria and start your German course at ActiLingua Academy, we will check if your internationally acquired diplomas could qualify for admission at an Austrian university. We will advise you regarding registration at a public/private university, a university of applied sciences or a University Preparation Programme. You can also choose a university with English study programmes in Austria.

Study Requirements

For EU, EEA or Swiss nationals:

• High school diploma (legally attested and with certified translation)
• Proof of German knowledge of at least A2 level at the time of application.
• After German course at ActiLingua proof of sufficient knowledge of German: OSD Zertifikat B2 or C1.

Citizens of other nations applying at public Austrian universities ADDITIONALLY need:

• Confirmation (legally attested and with certified translation) of a recognized/accredited university in your home country that you fulfil the requirements for studying:
  • in the same field of studies as you would like to study in Austria and
  • for the period of time you want to study in Austria.

This confirmation is not required if you enrol at a private university

Universities

• Duration: approx. 3-5 years
• Title: Bachelor or Master
• Start of studies: October or March
• Main universities in Vienna:
• University of Vienna
• Vienna University of Economics & Business
• University of Technology Vienna.
• Private universities, universities of applied sciences and conservartories on demand.
• Study fees: EUR 750.- to 1,500.- per year at public universities. Private universities on demand (approx. EUR 10,000.- to 30,000.- per year.)

Entrance exams

at Austrian universities

• admission restrictions at some public universities or universities of applied sciences
• entrance exams for highly popular degree courses e.g. medicine, biology, pharmaceutics, psychology, business economics
• supplementary exams (e.g. maths) are required at some universities.

Admission and starting dates university

• Winter semester: September-January
• Summer semester: February-June
• Start and admission periods differ at all universities. An earlier pre-registration might be required.

• Standard Course: In 20 German lessons per week (1 lesson = 45 minutes) you improve your general knowledge of German.
  Intensive Course: 30 German lessons per week: 20 lessons Standard Course + 10 lessons in very small learngroups of max. 8 students.
• 5 lessons cultural/special interest programme per week: e.g. Vienna guided tours; talks and videos about Austrian music, art, history, literature and architecture; Viennese Waltz course; parties; sports
• Accommodation as booked (use of kitchen included)
• ActiLingua Certificate
• ActiLingua vocabulary book
• Course books may be borrowed for the whole course. Books can be bought at a 50% discount from the school office.
• Use of computers, books, CDs, DVDs and magazines in the multimedia library
• Student service at the school office, Monday - Friday
• Free internet access & free WiFi
• Student manual with interesting tips on Vienna
• ActiLingua Card entitling holder to discounts at a number of museums, theatres, restaurants and shops

• 8 group lessons exam preparation course
• Examination fee: OSD Zertifikat B2 or C1
• 2 free tutorials: Advice on the Austrian system of higher education and help with choice of study programme and university with the ActiLingua university advisor.

• Schedule for the path to your studies and visa support.
• Guidance for submitting of enrolment documents at 1-3 Austrian universities or for University Preparation Programme (Vorstudienlehrgang).
• Only possible in combination with University Preparation.