University of Graz·Gesellschaft und DemokratieSoziales und Ethik
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Der Bachelorstudiengang Elementarpädagogik BA vermittelt Kenntnisse über die Entwicklung und Bildung von Kleinkindern. Studierende lernen, wie sie Kinder in ihrer Entwicklung unterstützen und begleiten können. Der Studiengang integriert praxisnahe Erfahrungen mit theoretischem Wissen über kindliche Lernprozesse.
In this program, students explore foundational theories and practices related to early childhood education, development, and pedagogy. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of play, creativity, and learning in early years, encompassing psychological, sociological, and educational perspectives.
The program is organized over several semesters, culminating in a thesis project that showcases the students' understanding and application of early childhood education concepts. Practical internships are integrated throughout the program, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in educational settings.
Graduates develop competencies in educational planning and assessment, communication skills, and the ability to foster inclusive learning environments. They are well-equipped to design and implement effective teaching strategies tailored to young learners.
No tuition
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.
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.
Austria's second-oldest university (1585), the University of Graz offers a broad range of humanities, sciences, law, and business programs and shares the NAWI Graz science programs with TU Graz.
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