Study in Austria (in German, English) - ISEP Exchange
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Discover the vibrant, multicultural student city of Graz, Austria, known for its many parks and green areas such as the “Graz Jungle”.
• TU Graz is a perfect fit for students in STEM. Challenge yourself with courses in architecture, computer science, engineering, physical science, and mathematics.
• With nearly 15,000 students — 3,700 of them being international students and 400 of those being exchange students — it will be easy to find your place in TU Graz’s diverse and welcoming community.
LIVE and DINE
Live in a fully furnished apartment near campus with up to five other students. Enjoy the convenience of shared kitchen and bathroom facilities within your apartment as well as amenities such as on-site laundry, bicycle parking, and bi-weekly cleaning services. Use your monthly meal stipend to grab a quick, inexpensive bite to eat at M-Café on Campus Infeld or Stremayrgasse on Campus Neue Technik. In addition to the on-campus options, there are plenty of supermarkets and restaurants nearby with ready-to-eat options, including must-try traditional Austrian dishes such as apfelstrudel, Wiener schnitzel, knödel, and käsespätzle!
EXPERIENCE
Stop by the International Office Welcome Center to discover events offered throughout the semester. Participate in the various activities hosted by TU Graz’s Erasmus Student Network (ESN) throughout the semester such as the welcome party, movie nights, language exchange events, and overnight excursions to nearby cities and attractions like Hallstatt or Gesäuse National Park. Through the ESN Graz Buddy Programme, you can also get matched with a local student who will be your friend and mentor during your time abroad.
What We Love About TU Graz
TU Graz offers the perfect balance between living and studying in a bigger city with all the amenities of a large university while still allowing you to feel like part of a close-knit community. This is a great program for STEM students seeking hands-on experiences in and out of the classroom while studying abroad.
SCHOLARSHIP
This program qualifies for the ISEP French and German Language Annette Kade Fund Scholarship. The scholarship awards $500 - $1,500 USD to students who are from a U.S. institution and studying French or German language in Austria, France, Germany, Reunion Island, or Switzerland. Learn more here!
Course Description
As a technical university, TU Graz specializes in the hard sciences with an emphasis on engineering, computer science, physical sciences, and mathematics, not to mention the competitive architecture program.
German Language Courses
While optional, students are encouraged to take German as a foreign language courses while in Graz (hosted at the neighboring university, Uni-Graz). There is both a pre-semester intensive language course and a semester language course available for an additional fee (see details once a term is selected).
Credits Earned
Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to earn 24-30 ECTS per semester. Students typically enroll in 4-6 classes per term. To determine how these credits convert at your home institution, please contact your home university coordinator. Please note that students are required to take a minimum of 16 ECTS per semester (8 US credits).
If you use financial assistance, please speak with your home coordinator to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial assistance.
Semester Names
Please note the following term names when looking for courses at TU Graz:
ISEP Fall Semester = TU Graz Wintersemester (WS)
ISEP Spring Semester = TU Graz Sommersemester (SoSe)
Sample Classes Available: This is not an exhaustive list of courses. For additional course options please review the Website for course availability link below.
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Architecture |
Mathematics |
Electrical Engineering |
Physical Sciences |
Computer Science |
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For detailed instructions on how to search for all available courses, please click on the "other academic conditions" dropdown link below.
Academics
Other Academic Conditions
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Course Search
1. Students can search by term (Fall: Winter and Spring: Summer) and year (as course catalogues are usually updated shortly before the start of the term, student should consult previous year’s catalogue when completing course list)
2. Students can see course description through catalogue
Course Level
Bachelor (undergraduate) students are allowed to take Master (graduate) courses if advanced in their studies (3rd or 4th year of TU Graz studies) and the requirements are fulfilled.
Architecture Studies
In order to take courses in the field of Architecture, students must have completed a minimum of 3 years of study in a degree in architectural education prior to the start of the program. This must be reflected in the transcript uploaded to the ISEP application. Please highlight the architecture related courses in a separate document and add it to your ISEP application. Please note that there are limited spots available in the Faculty of Architecture.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
- The Winter (Fall) semester at TU Graz always starts at the beginning of October and ends at the end of January.
- The Summer (Spring) semester always starts at the beginning of March and ends at the end of June/beginning of July (1st week).
- Exams can take place up to 2 weeks after the end of courses.
Students recommended to remain in Graz for at least the first week after the end of the semester, in order to complete exams and to prepare for departure. TU Graz can be flexible if students need to return to their home universities prior to the official end of semester. In those cases, students may be granted an early exam or individual assessments or projects, in order to earn ECTS credits. Students are supported by the International Office at TU Graz to speak to professors and find individual solutions for each of their courses.
Exams for the Winter semester at TU Graz go through the end of January. Students are expected to stay on program for the entire semester. Please note: Students who must return home by late December or Early January may be able to arrange early exams. Students who need to return early should communicate their departure date with their host coordinator upon placement. It is a student’s responsibility to ensure they make proper arrangements to take exams early or virtually after departure.
Please see the academic calendar for updated semester dates.
PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible.
VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: Most students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.
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