This year’s 30th United Nations Climate Conference, the Conference of the Parties (COP30), took place in November in Belém, Brazil. As one of the most significant annual gatherings in the field of international climate governance, the Conference brought together state representatives, international organisations, private sector actors and civil society to advance global climate action. Hatice … Continued
The path to and through the University of Vienna is not the easiest. It helps to know where to find the right information and who can help you with any problems. Here is our Best of FYI to help you get a clear overview at the start of the semester. (Update: February 2026) 1) Course … Continued
“The time of your life begins now!” – but even the best of times must be well organised. Here you find a collection of tips and hints that will make the next semester at the University of Vienna an unforgettable and easy one. Organising the start of the semester Planning your semester is essential for … Continued
My first winter in Austria was lonely and harsh. I had just moved from Plovdiv, Bulgaria to Vienna at 18, and suddenly I was in a city where I knew no one, where the language around me felt foreign despite speaking it, and where the days turned gray and cold very quickly. Back in 2019, … Continued
Time off from university over the summer is the ideal opportunity not only to relax but also to invest in your future. From preparing for exams to catching up on things you have missed and planning ahead for the next semester – let yourself be inspired and make the most of your summer! ________________________________________________ … Continued
We have collected eight FAQs sbout the application and admission – so that nothing stands in the way of your start at the University of Vienna! What can I study at the University of Vienna? From A for African Studies to Z for Zoology: choose a degree programme from our wide range of options. Can’t … Continued
Zoe Zweifler from the University of Vienna has spent four months on an Erasmus+ internship at Aarhus University – and here she shares her experiences and insights. With her story, she hopes to inspire others. How does one begin a post signaling the end of a wonderful internship at the International Center at Aarhus University … Continued
Students from the Vienna International School of Earth and Space Sciences (VISESS) set up the ‘Big Picture Event’ in May 2024 and focussed on how to bring creativity into research. In this blog article, they talk about how it went. When conducting scientific research, there are many ways to go about it – but are … Continued
Your secondary-school leaving certificate is from a non-EU/EEA country and you would like to start a bachelor/diploma programme instructed in German at the University of Vienna? Then this blog post is for you! We explain what you need to do to be admitted to your dream degree programme. Step 1: Think about what you would … Continued
Internationalise your studies! Olena and Zoe are the first Circle U. Ambassadors helping to promote international opportunities for students. Read more about their unique experiences with the University Alliance and get to know the offers for your studies as well. What is Circle U.? Circle U. is an alliance of nine research-intensive, comprehensive universities in … Continued
