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FH Joanneum

Graz, AT · Ranking #551

FH JOANNEUM – University of Applied Sciences is one of Austria’s leading practice‑oriented higher education institutions, located in Graz with additional campuses in Kapfenberg and Bad Gleichenberg. It offers a wide portfolio of over 50 Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes across six departments including Applied Computer Sciences, Engineering, Building, Environment & Society, Health Studies, Media & Design, and Management & Business. The curriculum is designed to be project‑based and industry‑linked, ensuring that students gain real‑world experience through practical projects, internships and cooperation with companies. Students benefit from an international network with some 260 partner universities worldwide and opportunities for study abroad. Small class sizes and personalised support emphasise skill development and employability, while research activities promote innovation and applied solutions to contemporary challenges.

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FH Joanneum

About the university

FH JOANNEUM – University of Applied Sciences is one of Austria’s leading practice‑oriented higher education institutions, located in Graz with additional campuses in Kapfenberg and Bad Gleichenberg. It offers a wide portfolio of over 50 Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes across six departments including Applied Computer Sciences, Engineering, Building, Environment & Society, Health Studies, Media & Design, and Management & Business. The curriculum is designed to be project‑based and industry‑linked, ensuring that students gain real‑world experience through practical projects, internships and cooperation with companies. Students benefit from an international network with some 260 partner universities worldwide and opportunities for study abroad. Small class sizes and personalised support emphasise skill development and employability, while research activities promote innovation and applied solutions to contemporary challenges.

Key information

  • Location: Graz, AT
  • Ranking #551
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Applied Computer Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Health Studies
  • Media & Design
  • Management
  • Building & Society

Programs (6)

  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Business Administration
  • Nursing
  • Journalism and Communication
  • Art and Design

Student body

  • Total students: 5,000
  • Undergraduate: 3,000
  • Graduate: 1,600
  • International students: 15%

Campus life

Campus life at FH JOANNEUM blends academic learning with practical engagement in an urban Austrian setting. Students interact through project‑based coursework and industry cooperation, participate in social and cultural events, join clubs and groups, and benefit from city amenities in Graz, a UNESCO World Heritage city known for design and innovation. The environment encourages networking, professional development, and interdisciplinary interaction.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €700 - €1,200 / per month

Housing options

  • Student dormitories in Graz
  • OeAD housing
  • Private shared apartments
  • Affordable Graz rents

Student clubs and organizations

  • Student union
  • Engineering groups
  • Media societies

Sports

  • USI Graz sports courses

Career & internships

Employment rate: 90%

Partner companies

  • AVL
  • BMW
  • Magna Steyr
  • voestalpine
  • Bosch
  • Porsche
  • Red Bull

Internships: Internships are integral to many degree programmes at FH JOANNEUM and embedded in the curriculum to ensure students gain professional experience in real business environments. The university’s industry partnerships and international network help students secure placements, enhancing their practical skills and employability while reinforcing theoretical knowledge through hands‑on work.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • Secondary school diploma
  • language certificate (German/English)
  • transcripts

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

  • €0 - €8,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 40.00%
  • Scholarships available: FH JOANNEUM supports international student mobility through Erasmus+ and similar exchange programmes which often include funding options for study abroad semesters. Students may also explore scholarships available through partner institutions and external Austrian or EU funding bodies to support study and research activities. Specific scholarship programmes and criteria are detailed on the university’s international pages.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1995
  • Teaching languages: english, german
  • Study formats: offline

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