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Study Abroad - Austria

Overview

Austria, officially the Republic of Austria, is a country in the southern part of Central Europe. It is a federation of nine states, one of which is the capital Vienna, the largest city and state. Austria is blessed with stunning natural landscapes, picturesque villages, cultural cities, and so much more. It boasts charming places to visit, great food and drink, a robust social system, and an abundance of culture. Needless to say, the landlocked nation offers an excellent lifestyle for expats. Two thirds of all Austrians live in urban centres. Austria’s biggest cities are Graz, Innsbruck and Salzburg. The northern and eastern parts of Austria are more densely populated. Austrian traditional culture and customs are influenced by the Catholic religion which is followed by the majority of the people. Many immigrants especially from the eastern European countries live, work and study in Austria. In the recent years, refugees from Syria, Irak and various African countries found a new home in Austria.

Why Study in Austria?

According to the Legatum Prosperity Index which studied 167 countries around the globe, Austria ranks 4th in safety and security, 22nd in education, 5th in natural environment, 11th in living conditions and 14th in personal freedom. Austria offers countless sport opportunities, so if you are a sports fan as well, even better! More than 60.000 international students (which count 26% of the country’s student population) have already chosen to study abroad in Austria, charmed by the art, culture, intellectual history, unique architecture and magical memorable landscapes.

Austria offers six types of higher education institutions: 22 public universities, including 6 Universities of the Arts, 3 Medical Universities and 3 Technical Universities, 16 private universities, 21 universities of Applied Sciences and 14 University Colleges of Teacher Education.

Exchange students have the opportunity to join highly specialized course tracks in Austria. Almost all students reviewing their experience of studying in Austria agree that the country provides great cultural richness and diversity, as well as an unforgettable social experience for foreign students.

Quality of Life: Vienna was ranked as the city with the world’s highest quality of life by the consulting agency Mercer (for the tenth time in a row). The quality of life is generally very high in Austria.

Social Security: The high quality of life in Austria is reflected by the low crime rate, the high level of social security and an attractive recreational infrastructure.

World-Class Universities: Austria has some of the best universities in the world. In 2018, seven Austrian universities were included in the QS World University Rankings, with five institutions making it into the top 500.

Education is inexpensive: You will save a lot of money. Austria is one of several countries in Europe where university education is free for EU students. This means that if you are an EU or EEA citizen, you do not pay university tuition at public universities in Austria. You will still have to cover living and study expenses. Fees for students outside the EU vary depending on where you study. However, they’re still considerably less than in many other countries.

Eligibility Criteria for study in Austria

Decide on a university from Austria: Austria has 14 ranked universities in global rankings and many other higher education institutions that provide great student satisfaction and top-quality study programmes.

Check the admission requirements at Austrian universities: Check the requirements for admission in your favourite university. There are some common admission requirements you’ll need to meet to apply for a university degree in Austria.

Get your papers ready and start applying: After the admission requirements are met, it’s time to gather all the necessary documents, which vary based on degree level, programme, type of university, your nationality, etc

Check the university application deadlines: In Austria, there are two typical application deadlines according to where you come from. Make sure all your documents arrive before these dates, as no extensions are accepted.

Wait for Acceptance letter: You will receive it by e-mail or post and it will also include a few guidelines about the next steps you have to take to enrol at your university.

Follow the enrolment procedure: Typically includes submitting the application documents in original to confirm your place, paying the tuition, and getting your student ID.

What after Study?

Austria allows international students to work and start a business after finishing university. They can extend their residence permit for a maximum of 12 months to find a job. After receiving a job offer, graduates can apply for a long-term residence permit Red White Red Card. This rule applies to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs graduates.

The biggest advantage for graduates is that they don’t have to go through a labor market test and points system as regular applicants do. It makes the whole process much easier. Besides, you will have a high success rate than other candidates and spend less time.

Apply for Jobseeker Visa:

The Jobseeker visa is issued to highly qualified non-EU citizens who are looking for a job in Austria, but do not have an offer. To be eligible for the Job seeker visa, applicants need to score a minimum of 70 points out of a maximum of 100 points based on the points criteria system which includes:

1) Graduation from an institution of higher education

2) Post-doctoral qualification or PhD

3) Research and innovation activities

4) Awards

5) Work experience

6) Language skills

7) Age

8) Studies in Austria

The Jobseeker Visa is valid for six months and allows its holder to stay in Austria and look for a job legally. The Jobseeker visa is not a work permit. Once the applicant has received a job offer, they are required to apply for a work permit, like a Red-White-Red Card, for example.

You can also apply for work permit with Austria, contact to know more

1) Find a university in Austria.
2) Fill in the visa application form.
3) Gather all your documents.
4) Make a visa appointment.
5) Prepare for an interview.

Facts about Austria

International Students enjoys several benefits of studying in Austria, few of which are listed below: Ranked among the top ten peaceful countries across the globe. Graded among the least corrupt countries in the world. Affordable and low cost of tuition fees for international students.