The Bachelor's program in Information Design at FH JOANNEUM Graz trains designers who think critically and tackle today's cultural, ecological, and societal challenges. Using design tools, they recreate environments and processes suitable for our rapidly changing world. Graduates will have a wide range of career opportunities in various industries.
Students delve into various aspects of design, including visual communication, user experience, and project management. The curriculum emphasizes practical and theoretical knowledge required to thrive in a design career.
The program is structured over six semesters, divided into foundational courses, advanced studies, and practical projects, culminating in a thesis project. Internships and study abroad opportunities further enhance the learning experience.
Graduates will have developed critical thinking, creativity, and advanced design skills that prepare them for diverse roles in the design industry, including work in agencies, media, and their ventures.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2023/24
€363 / semester
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
ÖH-Beitrag: € 25,20, Studiengebühren: € 363,36 / Semester
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
FH JOANNEUM in Graz (with sites in Kapfenberg and Bad Gleichenberg) covers engineering, health, media, and management, known for aviation and industrial design.
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