WU Vienna University of Economics and Business·Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
The program in Social and Economic Sciences offers a comprehensive educational experience that combines theoretical and applied knowledge. Students explore social dynamics, economic behaviors, and their interconnections, allowing for a multifaceted understanding of contemporary issues. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, research skills, and real-world applications, preparing graduates for diverse career paths in academia and industry.
Studierende beschäftigen sich mit grundlegenden wirtschaftlichen und sozialen Fragestellungen. Die Themen reichen von der Analyse von Märkten bis hin zu sozialen Ungleichheiten und deren Auswirkungen auf die Gesellschaft.
Das Studium ist in Semester gegliedert und beinhaltet Pflichtmodule sowie Wahlfächer. Ein Praktikum ist empfohlen, um praktische Erfahrungen zu sammeln.
Absolventen erwerben Fähigkeiten in analytischen Denkweisen, Problemlösung und Teamarbeit. Sie sind in der Lage, gesellschaftliche Trends zu erkennen und wirtschaftliche Entscheidungen zu treffen.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2024/25
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.
€ 25,20 ÖH-Beitrag plus gegebenenfalls anfallende Studiengebühren im Umfang von € 363,36 bzw. € 726,72
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.
WU is one of Europe's largest business universities, triple-accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA), with a striking modern campus and a strong portfolio of English-taught business and economics programs.
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