There is a double degree agreement (DD) between the University of Klagenfurt and the University of Udine. The programme is taken as part of the Master’s programme. The agreement relates to the degree programmes “Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity” at the University of Klagenfurt and “Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity” at the University of Udine.
Certificate received upon completion: The Master’s degree is acknowledged in both countries, whereby the graduates can choose whether they want to receive the Austrian or Italian title: “Master of Science” in Austria, or “Laurea Magistrale” in Italy.
Exemption from tuition fees: No tuition fees apply during the period of study abroad at the partner university. The student union fee (ÖH fee), on the other hand, must still be paid during the semester or academic year abroad.
Furthermore, the agreement is intended to promote the international networking and further development of the individual and the cross-border career opportunities available to them as computer scientists.
Students must fulfil the following criteria to be admitted to the DD programme:
The candidate should liaise with the programme coordinator (see contact) approximately 1 year prior to the start of their period abroad. In this discussion, the details (especially the recognised examinations) shall be clarified to ensure the programme runs smoothly.
In order to ensure that the DD programme is completed successfully, all students must comply with the following points:
During the course of the period abroad at the University of Udine, courses equivalent to 30 ECTS credit points must be completed. The courses eligible for recognition can be selected from the required subject area, the specialisation subjects and/or instead of the practice/project semester to an equivalent ECTS extent. Please contact the programme director (admissions-maics [at] aau [dot] at) for further details.
In order to write a successful Master’s thesis, the following points should be followed:
Students who study at the University of Udine as part of the Double Degree Programme can apply for an Erasmus+ scholarship. For more information please visit the website of the International Office: www.aau.at/en/international/study-abroad/erasmus/
You can request more detailed information about the eligibility requirements for exchange students directly from the International Office.
Questions about the programme:
Elisabeth Oswald
elisabeth [dot] oswald [at] aau [dot] at
Questions about the semester abroad, scholarship and funding opportunities:
