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Why choose Klagenfurt?

Klagenfurt is a modern and liveable city with almost 100,000 inhabitants and mediterranean flair. Those who study here decide to move their center of life to Carinthia. And thus make a good choice! With the numerous offers, the study-life balance is not neglected. You need an energy kick between two lectures? Treat yourself to a cappuccino in one of the cafés and restaurants around the university or use the time to attend a sports course at USI.

Personal and individual
No overcrowded lecture halls, the personal interaction of teachers and students, and an atmosphere based on partnership – all these combine to provide ideal conditions for studying!
Broad range of degree programmes
Four faculties offer degree programmes covering the areas of business and economics, law, culture, media, teaching degree, languages, and technical sciences.
International networks
The university maintains cooperation agreements with a large number of leading corporations and universities across the globe, paving the way to exciting internships and periods of study abroad!
A convenient size
No long distances to cover: courses, residential buildings, sports facilities and, last but not least, Lake Wörthersee, all lie close together in Klagenfurt.

Interdisciplinary and practice-oriented
Interdisciplinarity as a key feature of the AAU leads to interesting cross-faculty choices and combination options. This modern and practice-oriented approach ensures excellent career prospects!
Attractive and modern site
The AAU is the most attractive campus university in Austria. With a charming campus in leafy surroundings and modern infrastructure, it is possible to blend studying and leisure in a single location.
Quality of life
Klagenfurt, home to around 100,000 inhabitants, is a modern city with a high quality of living and with a Mediterranean flair. The campus is situated very close to a number of winter sports resorts, lakes, and the Adriatic.

Verbindungsgang zum Südtrakt der Universität Klagenfurt

Campus

No long distances. On campus, the lecture halls, library and cafeteria are not far apart.

Accommodation

Whether in a student dormitory or privately in a shared flat: You have the possibility to live close to the university!

Wörthersee mit Blick auf Maria Loretto Kärnten Werbung

Klagenfurt

Klagenfurt offers many cultural, sport & leisure activities. The campus is just 960 steps away from the lake Wörthersee. You’ll be in the city in just a few minutes.

Catering

Tastes good! The restaurants around the campus will ensure that you come through the day stronger. Our cafeteria cooks sustainably, cheaply and well. Our commitment to sustainability and regionalism has even been recognized.

Work & study

Are you ready to climb your career ladder? The University of Klagenfurt supports you in taking your first steps: with job shadowing and career programmes, you can build your network with top companies while you are still studying! 15.000 alumni form your network.

Family & study

We support students in combining studies and family. The AAU’s Family Service advises students on all questions concerning children and family and provides support in questions of compatibility and care.

You want to network with students? The official Instagram page of the University of Klagenfurt has several thousand members.

Lifestyle

Studentin Viktoria im Studierendenheim I Foto: Barkowits

Living on campus

Studierende neben Fahrradständer | Foto: aau/tinefoto.com

Sustainable living

PLACE TO BE. WÖRTHERSEE.

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City breaks in the Alps-Adriatic region

Studierende gehen über den Campus zum Haupteingang der Universität Klagenfurt

Daniel Waschnig

8 reasons to study in Klagenfurt

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Twentyfour spots to fall in love with

StadtPresse Klagenfurt-Helge Bauer

Klagenfurt: The ideal of a Renaissance city

USI

Balance with sports

Campus by the lake

Kärntner Kasnudeln auf einem Teller, im Hintergrund eine Schüssel mit Salat.

Romy Müller

Soul food in Carinthia

Nachhaltig gut essen bei Kleeblatt, Trivida und Suppenglück

Eat well sustainably!

Young businesswoman riding on piggy bank, isolated on white.

Sergey Nivens Adobestock

MONEY TALK during your time at university

Vorbereitung Bewerbung_tipp | Foto: Nonwarit/Fotolia.com

5 career tips for students

Daniel Waschnig

Your First Steps

Living a mere stone’s throw from the university

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Flavours of the South

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Pure coffee culture: 9 of the best cafés in Klagenfurt

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Klagenfurt – City of Culture

Hidden spots around Lake Wörthersee: they do exist!

What connects oyster mushrooms from Maria Rain and organic eggs from Gnesau?

Breakfast in Klagenfurt – Bon appétit!

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“A shared apartment is like being part of a family.”

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Pure coffee culture: 6 of the best cafés in Klagenfurt

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4 tips for getting through the winter without freezing

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So, are you just out for a walk … or are you soaking up the atmosphere (in the woods)?

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Things students can be doing at home right now

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Winter in Carinthia

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Tapas and Curry: International cuisine in Klagenfurt

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Klagenfurt offers three different lidos – which will you choose?

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Entering the work force. We support you!

Solveig Menard-Galli | Foto: Wienerberger AG

HIGH-FLYERS: The University of Klagenfurt is the springboard for great careers

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The top 5 day spas in Carinthia

5 reasons to choose a technical degree (and you don’t have to be technical to get started)

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Funding your university degree

The world is waiting for you: Why you should study “International Business and Economics” and the skills you will need for this degree

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5 opportunities to make a difference in Carinthia

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Want to study in Klagenfurt and in Italy? No problem with our Double Degrees

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Seaside resorts along the Italian Adriatic coast: Take a quick dip

Exercise for your body as well as your mind

The top beach bars around Lake Wörthersee

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Ice, Ice Baby

Living and housing costs

Living and housing costs are low in Klagenfurt, even in the vicinity of the University of Klagenfurt campus. Rooms in halls of residence or shared flats are available for around 200 to 500 EUR. To help you calculate better, here is a rough estimate of the monthly living costs in Klagenfurt.

Costs/month	Euro
Accommodation	250 – 500 Euro
Food	approx. 250 Euro
Personal needs (studies, books, culture, entertainment, sports)	approx. 300 Euro

Tuition Fees

It really exists: Studying without tuition fees! The University of Klagenfurt is a state university. As such, it offers your studies free of charge for you as EU citizen. Because we can’t afford to lose your talent!

Go to tuition fees!

Scholarships & grants

Studying with plenty of money in your account? Apply for a scholarship at the University of Klagenfurt and concentrate on your carefree studies! You have access to 14 scholarships and grants. You can find out what grants and financial aid you can apply for on the following pages.

Go to Scholarships and grants

Mobility

The campus is very well connected to the city center of Klagenfurt by public transport. The nearest bus connections can be easily accessed via the numerous information screens on the campus.

The university can be reached very well by train or car, and the Klagenfurt West freeway exit is within easy reach. Trains depart every half hour from Klagenfurt West station, which is connected by a convenient bus service.

Bus
Three main lines run at 10-minute intervals: Line A (Annabichl – Heiligengeistplatz – Hauptbahnhof – Liberogasse) were added to the existing lines B and C. Nine secondary lines run every 20 minutes (lines 1-9). The bus timetable and general information on public transport can be found online.
Railroad
Information about discounted train tickets, the Vorteilscard and the savings plan can be found on the website of the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB)!
Parking
Parking on the university grounds is subject to a fee. The parking fee obligation applies without exception daily from 0:00 – 24:00 hours and for all parking areas. You can find all information on parking permits and the semester ticket here.

Sports & leisure

The home of Austria’s most modern University Sports Institute, AAU has a huge number of sports and leisure activities to choose from. And if you do ever want spend some time outside of Klagenfurt, the mountains and the lake are just a short trip away.

Sports and leisure

Accessibility

There are several services at Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt which offer day-to-day support to students with disabilities or chronic illnesses. The main point of contact is the Integriert Studieren (Integrated Study) office.

Services for disabled students

Gruppe von Studierenden sitzen vor dem Haupteingang der Universität Klagenfurt

Student representation

If you have any concerns about issues unrelated to your programme of study, a number of different student representation bodies are available to help. Regardless of whether it’s a personal issue or a question about studying, equality or discrimination, on this page you can find someone who can help.

The Equalities Working Group

Austrian National Students’ Union

Student Ombudsman

We are here for you!

Are you thinking about which degree programme is right for you or do you simply have general questions about studying? We will be happy to advise you individually and help you with your decision. Contact us by e-mail studieninfo [at] aau [dot] at, phone +4346327009325 or via Facebook and Instagram. We are looking forward to hearing from you!