Detailed introduction of the University of Linz:

Introduction

The University of Linz (full name: Johannes Kepler University Linz), located in Linz, the capital of Upper Austria, is a public comprehensive university in Austria and the largest scientific research institution in Upper Austria.

Overview

Student size: There are currently about 19,300 students, of which international students account for about 1/9.

Faculty: There are many excellent professors and researchers who have rich teaching and scientific research experience in their respective fields and provide students with high-quality education and guidance.

History

Founding time: The school was founded in 1492, rebuilt in 1966, and renamed Johann Kepler University of Linz on October 1, 1975 in memory of the famous astronomer Johann Kepler who taught and researched here.

School Strength

Teaching Resources: The school has complete facilities, including modern teaching buildings, libraries, banks, student restaurants, gymnasiums, recreation centers, student dormitories, etc. Its library has a rich collection of books and magnificent buildings, which provides convenience for students' study and life.

Academic Research: As the largest scientific research institution in Upper Austria, it has achieved remarkable research results in the fields of social sciences, economics, law, engineering and natural sciences, and enjoys a certain reputation internationally. The school also actively carries out international cooperation and exchanges, and has established cooperation with more than 120 universities in more than 40 countries around the world. Many universities have established cooperation agreements, and their international influence is constantly enhanced through cross-border exchanges of teachers and students, organizing international activities and cooperative research projects.

Institutional nature

The University of Linz is a public university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' innovative thinking and practical ability, emphasizing the cross-integration of disciplines, so that students can have interdisciplinary knowledge and vision to better adapt to the needs of diversified social development. At the same time, students are encouraged to actively participate in scientific research projects and social practice to improve their ability to solve practical problems.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Computer science, mathematics, sociology, economics, law, chemistry, physics and other disciplines are strong. In the 2018 QS World University Rankings, the "Computer Science" discipline of the University of Linz ranked 201-250 in the world, and the "Mathematics" discipline ranked 251-300 in the world. Its Department of Sociology and Economics provides the most comprehensive social and economic research in Austria. The Department of Law has performed well in the fields of public law, private law and international commercial law. The various disciplines of the Department of Technical and Natural Sciences also have a high level of teaching and research.

Key Laboratory: The school is home to the Johann Radon Institute for Computational and Applied Mathematics (RICAM) of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, which provides important support for cutting-edge research in the field of mathematics.

Faculty

The school has three major departments, including the Department of Sociology and Economics, the Department of Technical and Natural Sciences, and the Department of Law. Each department has a number of undergraduate, master's and doctoral professional courses.

Ranking

2022 USNEWS World Ranking: 929

2022 THE World Ranking: 601

2022 QS World Ranking: 354

Expenses

Tuition: The reference tuition fee is 726 euros/school year, about RMB 5,695/school year.

Living expenses: about 6,000-10,000 euros per year, about RMB 47063-78438 yuan/school year.

Campus

Location and environment: The main campus is located in the northeast of Linz. It takes only 15 minutes by bus to reach the city center. The beautiful Danube River flows by the campus. The campus has beautiful scenery, pleasant climate, and beautiful surrounding natural environment, providing students with a good learning and living environment.

Architectural style: The campus has a variety of architectural styles. Modern teaching buildings complement ancient buildings, which not only reflects the historical heritage of the school, but also shows the vitality and innovative spirit of modern education.