University of Applied Sciences Burgenland

The UAS, with its two campuses in Eisenstadt and Pinkafeld, has been offering its unique degree programmes, with the right mix of theory and practical training, for over 20 years. Today it has got one of the best reputations for success in Austria with 99% of all graduates employed and more than 5,000 graduates in senior positions.

We take the best of Burgenland, add an intercultural perspective and combine it all with innovation and research. Having said that our main focus is the well-being of our students, so you can be sure that no one at the University of Applied Sciences. Burgenland is thought of as just a number. We support all of our students, both full-time and part-time, throughout their studies, providing them with as much help as possible.

In September 2012 a University of Applied Sciences Board has been established for the purpose of implementing and organising all teaching and examinations.

We cater to the individual situation of our students through course content, structure and processes so that their interests and potential can be developed accordingly. To accommodate our students in employment, almost all our programmes are offerend part-time.

The University of Applied Sciences, Burgenland (FH Burgenland) maintains the aim of uniting the exceptional…thus, should you decide to engage in a programme here, you surely have the same goal.

Health department offers bachelor and master’s degree programmes with a balance of scientific theory and hands-on working experience along with the relevant associated skills. Special emphasis is placed on the fields of health promotion, health and health care management, as well as home care and physiotherapy.

Social Work Department of Social Care gives undergraduate students the opportunity to combine social work and social science subjects. The main focus in this degree programme is on developing both methodological and hands-on competencies. Students are offered a wide range of character building activities and practical experience to help them on their way.

As we all know, students cannot study or perform at their best on an empty stomach. There is a canteen on the Eisenstadt campus and a well-stocked buffet on-site in Pinkafeld to ensure that you don’t go hungry, while you study and live an active student life.

Students at the University of Applied Sciences Burgenland need space to develop and live. They can do this in a very relaxed atmosphere in the student residences in Eisenstadt and in Pinkafeld.

Our network of partner institutions and companies abroad makes a wide range of activities possible. This process of internationalisation is supported by various fellowship programs such as the ERASMUS programme, bilateral programmes such as CEEPUS (Central and Eastern European countries) and national support programs such as Ernst Mach.