The Software Engineering program focuses on the creation and maintenance of software systems. Students will delve into programming, systems architecture, and project management. The curriculum is designed to be relevant to current industry trends, ensuring graduates are job-ready.
The curriculum includes software development life cycles, methodologies, and best practices in coding. Students gain hands-on experience through projects and internships.
The program is divided into theoretical courses and practical projects, allowing for both academic learning and real-world experience. A final capstone project showcases student skills.
Graduates will possess technical ability in software development, collaboration skills, and an understanding of software project management principles.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2024/25
€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 Upper Austria is one of Austria's strongest research FHs, with focused campuses in Hagenberg (IT), Wels (engineering), Steyr (management), and Linz (medical technology).
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