Detailed introduction of FH Campus Wien, University of Applied Sciences:

Introduction

FH Campus Wien is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in Austria. It focuses on providing high-quality applied science education, covering undergraduate and master's programs in multiple fields, and is committed to cultivating professionals with practical ability and innovative spirit.

Overview

Number of students: About 8,000 students in the 2021/22 academic year.

Course settings: Undergraduate majors include bioengineering, molecular bioengineering, applied electronics, information technology and communications, high-tech manufacturing, integrated safety management, building technology and management, biomedical sciences, dietary sciences, hygiene and nursing, midwifery, speech and hearing correction, strabismus treatment, physical therapy, radiology, social work, public administration and tax management, etc.; postgraduate majors include bioprocess science, biotechnology quality management, bioinformatics, molecular biotechnology, efficient material chemistry, technology management, information technology security, networked systems, high-tech manufacturing, risk management and corporate security, sustainable architecture, clinical social work, social economy and social work, etc.

History and establishment time

The school was founded in 2001 by the carriers of two universities of applied sciences (FH Bau/Camillo Sitte Lehranstalt and Campus Favoriten) merged, offering two degree programs at the time: Technical Project and Process Management and Construction Engineering - Construction Management.

School Strength

Faculty: It has a team of teachers with solid professional knowledge and rich teaching experience. They not only have a deep academic background, but also have rich practical experience. They can provide students with high-quality teaching and practical guidance, help students combine theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and improve students' professional quality and comprehensive ability.

Scientific Research Achievements: In-depth research has been carried out in many fields and a series of scientific research results have been achieved. For example, in the fields of biotechnology, medical care, information technology, etc., the school's scientific research projects have closely cooperated with local enterprises and institutions, promoting technological innovation and development in related fields. At the same time, the school also actively participates in international scientific research cooperation, enhancing its influence in the international academic community.

International Exchange and Cooperation: Actively carry out international exchanges and cooperation, and establish cooperative relations with many universities in the world, providing students with broad international exchange and learning opportunities, and broadening students' international horizons. For example, it has carried out Sino-foreign cooperative education projects and academic cooperation and exchanges with Zhoukou Normal University, Shanghai University of Technology and other universities in China.

Nature of the institution

The school is a private university of applied sciences.

Educational philosophy

It emphasizes the combination of practice and theory, and focuses on cultivating students' practical ability and ability to solve practical problems, so that students can quickly adapt to the needs of their jobs after graduation. At the same time, it also focuses on cultivating students' innovative thinking and teamwork spirit, and encourages students to continuously explore and innovate in learning and practice to adapt to the ever-changing social and market needs.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Applied life sciences, engineering technology, architecture and design, health sciences, management and economics are the school's key development disciplines. In these disciplines, the school is equipped with advanced teaching facilities and excellent faculty, and has carried out in-depth and cutting-edge research. Its degree courses are also mainly centered around these disciplines.

Key laboratories: Some of the school's disciplines have close cooperation with important scientific research institutions in Vienna. For example, the molecular biotechnology major is located on the campus of the Vienna Biocenter, which is one of the most important research sites in Austria, with 1,400 people from more than 40 countries. Many employees conduct internationally recognized scientific research here. It is equipped with the most modern laboratories and the most advanced technology, providing students and researchers with good scientific research conditions, promoting the integration of teaching and research, and enabling students to gain solid laboratory experience during their studies.

Department

The school has seven departments, namely the Department of Applied Life Sciences, the Department of Technology, the Department of Architecture and Design, the Department of Management, Economics, Security and Politics, the Department of Health Sciences, the Department of Applied Nursing Sciences, and the Department of Sociology.

Ranking

Ranked 43rd in the national university rankings of the Global University Network (4ICU).

Cost

Tuition fees vary depending on the major and course type. The specific fees can be found on the school's official website.

Campus

The main campus is located at Favoritenstraße 226, 1100 Wien in Vienna. In the fall of 2022, a new building "House of Science and Engineering" was opened on the Favoriten campus, and all departments of applied life sciences moved to this building. In addition, the university has a temporary campus on Kelsenstraße and is currently constructing a third building, the "House of Health Sciences", which is expected to be completed in September 2024.