Information and Communications Engineering: Branch of Study Engineering
Bachelor’s degree programme
Starting in the 2026/27 winter semester, you will be able to choose between two options for the Bachelor’s degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering: the traditional Bachelor’s degree programme or the Bachelor’s combination programme. Whether you choose the traditional course of study or the combined option is entirely up to you and your individual interests.
Starting in the 2026/27 winter semester, you will be able to choose between two options for the Bachelor’s degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering: the traditional Bachelor’s degree programme or the Bachelor’s combination programme. Whether you choose the traditional course of study or the combined option is entirely up to you and your individual interests.
Measurement data, images, videos or voice signals constitute information that is generated, transported and processed by technical means. Without information technology, smartphones, medical diagnostic equipment, cars, game consoles or robots would simply not work today.
Join the Bachelor’s programme in Information and Communications Engineering and become a versatile IT professional with expertise in electrical engineering!
Fact Box
Duration: 6 semesters
ECTS credits: 180
Level of qualification: Bachelor’s degree
Degree: Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Prerequisites: General university entrance qualification, knowledge of German B2
Special admission procedure: No
Language of instruction: German, some English
Curriculum (PDF)
Range of courses
ECTS credits: 180
Level of qualification: Bachelor’s degree
Degree: Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Prerequisites: General university entrance qualification, knowledge of German B2
Special admission procedure: No
Language of instruction: German, some English
Curriculum (PDF)
Range of courses
Contact
Student Guidance Service
E-Mail: studieninfo [at] aau [dot] at
Office of the Programme Director
Website of the Programme Director
E-Mail: spl-infotech [at] aau [dot] at
At an altitude of around 10,000 metres, the outside temperature drops to an icy minus 60 degrees. When an aircraft flies at this altitude, ice forms on the wings. This is where information engineering comes in: If sensors can swiftly detect icing and initiate countermeasures, accidents can be prevented. This example from our own research shows: Information engineering lies at the interface between software and hardware. So, if you have a passion for computer science, but you also like working with a soldering machine, then the Bachelor’s degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering with the branch of study in Engineering is perfect for you!
At the University of Klagenfurt, you will learn from internationally distinguished experts in research, whose practice-oriented research is carried out in collaboration with partners from industry. Our drone navigation technology is on its way to Mars, we are investigating how 5G can improve self-organising drone swarms and we are building artificially intelligent desk chairs. As a student pursuing the Bachelor’s degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering, you will soon be able to sample a taste of research for yourself and get first-hand experience in the development of novel future technologies. The particular areas of focus are electronics, circuitry, signals and systems, measurement and control systems engineering, computer and network technology, and informatics and software development.
After you graduate, you can look forward to joining a booming IT labour market, which will provide a particularly warm welcome to experts with the electrical engineering advantage. Forge ahead with your Bachelor’s degree in Bachelor’s degree in Information and Communications Engineering and become a sought-after (graduate) engineer, building new tools for our IT future!
Curious what the Bachelorstudium in Information and Communications Engineering: Branch of Study Engineering is all about?
Term dates & deadlines
Winter semester 2026/27
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
6 July 2026 – 5 September 2026
Summer semester 2027
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
8 January 2027 – 5 February 2027
Why study Information and Communications Engineering at the University of Klagenfurt?
You are special. So are we.
This is what makes the degree programme so special
- Practical AND theoretical: We will give you a sound scientific and engineering background based on timeless knowledge, which you can build on throughout your professional life. At the same time we are always one step ahead of the times with our practical topics. You will be in the laboratory with the soldering equipment and will work – usually in a team – on specific tasks and projects.
- International setting: More young international people study at Klagenfurt University than at other universities. Spanish, Russian, English, Chinese – we offer a wide range of language classes to help you prepare for your career, wherever you choose to live and work. The Master’s degree programmes available to you following your graduation are all taught in English.
- We will accompany you on your journey. Are you nervous about disappearing among the masses of students at a large university? That won’t happen to you here in Klagenfurt. For us you are not just one among many, you are special. We want to know who you are, what moves you and what you want to achieve. That’s why we offer very good supervision arrangements, small seminars and compact working groups.
Focused studies. Our core topics
- Electrical Engineering and Physics: How can electronic devices be further advanced? Which physical properties, for example of materials, play a role when information needs to be processed?
- Informatics and Software Development: We will show you how to develop sound and trouble-free software, across all development stages: You plan, you develop, you implement and you test.
- Mathematics: Informatics would not exist without mathematics. We will teach you all the essentials you need. We will also introduce you to the theoretical concepts of computer science.
- Computer and Network Technology: Nowadays, one computer by itself can do very little. Computing power is provided jointly by many devices operating in networks and in the cloud. The more distributed they are, the more vulnerable they are to cyberattacks. We will show you how networks function and how they can be protected against threats.
- Electronics and Circuitry: Together we will delve into the world of microelectronics, for example, and you will learn how to design digital circuits.
- Signals und Systems: How do signals get from A to B? We will introduce you to digital signal processing and communications engineering.
- Measurement and Control Systems Engineering: It is becoming increasingly important, especially in industry, that processes are controlled autonomously. Control systems engineering is an essential part of automation technology.
Your skills are our mission. This is what we can teach you
We help you to acquire scientific skills, and you can use them to good effect: While some people become mere users of PCs, we will turn you into a visionary thinker, designer and trendsetter in the world of information and communications engineering, with a lot of freedom and scope for action in your professional life.
- Everything you need for the practical setting. Around 40 percent of our lecturers are highly successful in the professional field. We make sure that you can apply the knowledge you have gained in practice.
- Triumph with soft skills. The world of work needs team players who can work creatively and purposefully, regardless of subjects and cultures. In our seminars you will learn how to boost inspiration and efficiency in group work. Here you will learn to become a moderator and manager of projects.
- Reaching for the sky after graduation. Many of our graduates enter professional life straight after their Bachelor’s degree. However, others are eager for more. At the University of Klagenfurt, we are able to offer you Master’s degree programmes, which are specially tailored to your interests: (with supplementary courses) Informatics, (with supplementary courses) Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity, Information and Communications Engineering (with a focus on Autonomous Systems and Robotics, Networks and Communications, Business Engineering), (with supplementary courses) Information Management, Media and Convergence Management. The choice is yours!
You can easily get started in information and communications engineering!
Although some do find it a bit challenging to get used to “thinking algorithmically” at the very beginning of their studies, to understand the maths behind the computer science and to grasp the principles of electrical engineering and physics: Still, our students later tell us that it was well worth the effort to master the difficulties.
If you ever get stuck, or if you feel that the knowledge you learned at school is not enough, we can help you! We have dedicated technology preparation courses for this purpose: These focused workshops will bring you up to speed and help you launch your studies. Taking advantage of these voluntary and free offers will also provide benefits later on: The preparation courses qualify as free elective subjects.
Where we are and how we are seen
- The capital in the south of Austria
Klagenfurt am Wörthersee is a city of about 100,000 inhabitants and the capital of Carinthia, set in a region known for its stunning lakes, mountains, and forests. - We are distinguished by our students!
The University of Klagenfurt has received two Global Student Satisfaction Awards from Studyportals (The Global Study Choice Platform). In addition, on StudyCheck.de – the largest German-language student review platform – 97 % of students recommend the University of Klagenfurt.
- We are AACSB accredited!
Since 2023, the Faculty of Management, Economics and Law has been accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). Less than 6 % of business schools worldwide earn this distinction. - Top quality is our standard!
The University of Klagenfurt is committed to high-quality standards. Our quality management is EVALAG-certified, we maintain the highest environmental standards (EMAS certification) and are a family-friendly university (State quality label “hochschuleundfamilie”).
Programme structure
In Klagenfurt you can study at your own pace. To help you follow your path with confidence, we keep it clear of (bureaucratic) stumbling blocks and barriers. If you wish to reach your goal quickly and efficiently, we will always be there to support you. Our recommended course of study will guide you through the semesters. You work your way through the curriculum – making the most of opportunities to broaden your horizons and without wasting time. If you would like to know which courses await you before you start, take a look at the wide range of seminars and lectures.
Students who have completed their education at a secondary technical college (HTL) may be able to receive credit for certain courses in the Bachelor’s degree programme. If you have any questions about the recognition of examinations, the Programme Director responsible for your degree programme will be happy to help you.
Main areas
Programme structure: a tabular overview
| SUBJECT | DESIGNATION | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|
| Pflichtfächer (Required subjects) |
Introduction to the degree programme | 4.5 |
| Mathematics I | 24.5 | |
| Electrical Engineering and Physics | 12 | |
| Computer Science and Software Development | 12 | |
| Computer and Network Technology | 18 | |
| Electronics and Circuits | 18 | |
| Signals and Systems | 18 | |
| Measurement and Control Technology | 12 | |
| Gebundene Wahlfächer (Guided electives) |
Mathematics II | 9 |
| Basic Laboratory for Information Technology | 10 | |
| Specialisation in Information Technology | 13 | |
| Expansion of Competences | 8 | |
| Freie Wahlfächer (Open electives) |
11 | |
| Bachelorarbeit (Bachelor’s thesis) |
10 | |
| Total | 180 |
Introductory and orientation period (STEOP)
The introductory and orientation period (STEOP) grants an overview of the key elements of your degree programme and of the course of studies ahead. Thus, it provides a factual basis for your personal evaluation of the choice of degree programme.
As students must successfully complete the introductory and orientation period in order to continue their studies, it is recommended that the introductory and orientation period should be scheduled during the first semester. The introductory and orientation period is worth 12.5 ECTS credits and consists of the courses “Introduction to the degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering and Business Engineering”, “Introduction to Informatics” and “Designing Digital Circuits”. Prior to completing the introductory and orientation period, additional courses worth up to 22 ECTS credits may be taken.
Recommended course of study
The recommended course of study outlined below shows you an exemplary list of the courses you should attend in the first two semesters in order to create a good knowledge base and take the necessary examinations if you want to complete your studies within the minimum period of study. Certain courses are only offered once per academic year, but examinations can be taken on specific dates throughout the year. Some courses are offered in parallel at different time slots during the week so that there are enough places for all students – decide on a course here and register for it.
In the appendix to your curriculum (PDF), you will find a detailed version of the non-binding recommended course of study that goes beyond the first two semesters.
1st semester (Starting in the winter semester)
| DESIGNATION | SUBJECT | ECTS CREDITS | COURSE TITLE | TYPE OF COURSE |
| STEOP (Introductory and orientation period) | Required subject 1.1 | 0,5 | Einführung in das Studium Informationstechnik sowie in das Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen | VC* |
| Required subject 4.1 | 2 | Einführung in die Informatik | VO | |
| 4 | Einführung in die Informatik** | UE* | ||
| Required subject 6.2 | 3 | Entwurf digitaler Schaltungen | VO | |
| 3 | Entwurf digitaler Schaltungen** | KS* | ||
| Mathematics I | Required subject 2.1 | 4 | Analysis 1a | VO |
| Required subject 2.2 | 3,5 | Analysis 1b | VO | |
| Required subject 2.3 | 3 | Übungen zu Analysis 1** | UE* | |
| Electrical Engineering and Physics | Required subject 3.1 | 4 | Grundlagen der Physik: Elektrizität und Magnetismus | VO |
| 2 | Grundlagen der Physik: Elektrizität und Magnetismus | KS* | ||
| Total | 29 |
* Compulsory attendance
** Parallel courses are offered
| DESIGNATION | SUBJECT | ECTS CREDITS | COURSE TITLE | TYPE OF COURSE |
| Mathematics I | Required subject 2.4 | 5 | Analysis 2 for Engineers | VO |
| 3 | Übungen zu Analysis 2 for Engineers** | UE* | ||
| Required subject 2.5 | 4 | Linear Algebra for Engineers | VO | |
| 2 | Linear Algebra for Engineers** | UE* | ||
| Electrical Engineering and Physics | Required subject 3.2 | 4 | Physics for Engineers: Kinematics, Dynamics and Thermodynamics | VO |
| 2 | Physics for Engineers: Kinematics, Dynamics and Thermodynamics** | KS* | ||
| Computer Science and Software Development | Required subject 4.2 | 2 | Introduction to Structured and Object-Based Programming | VO |
| 4 | Introduction to Structured and Object-Based Programming** | UE* | ||
| Electronics and Circuits | Required subject 6.1 | 3 | Microelectronics | VO |
| 3 | Microelectronics | KS* | ||
| Total | 32 |
* Compulsory attendance
** Parallel courses are offered
Studying abroad
The information and communication technology industry is global: So, whether you want to develop new chips in Indonesia after graduation or test revolutionary drone technology in Dubai, a period abroad offers you numerous opportunities to develop your professional skills and improve your language and intercultural competences at the same time. The world is yours to explore – and you can get started while you are still studying. For more information on international mobility during your degree programme, please refer to Section 7 of the curriculum.
This degree programme does not include a compulsory period abroad. However, we strongly encourage all students to complete part of their degree programme as a semester abroad at one of the University of Klagenfurt’s more than 250 partner universities worldwide. You need not worry about your finances – we offer plenty of scholarships. You will find everything you need to know about studying abroad on our Study Abroad page.
Internship
Research and industrial internships serve to prepare you for your professional future, complementing your academic education and vocational training. In your internship, you will carry out some small-scale applied research or development work, preferably as part of a team, while taking into account all the necessary work stages. You will document the course of the project and any results in a written paper. Please refer to section 13 of the curriculum for more information.
Recommended structure
Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Semester 5 | Semester 6
| # | Title | Type | Semester | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Analysis Ia | VO | Winter | 4 |
| 2 | Analysis Ib | VO | Winter | 3,5 |
| 3 | Analysis I | UE | Winter | 3 |
| 4 | Electrotechnical and Physical Fundamentals of Information Technology | VO+KS | Winter | 6 |
| 5 | Introduction to computer science 1 (StEOP) | VO+UE | Winter | 4 |
| 6 | Introduction to computer science 2 | VO+UE | Winter | 2 |
| 7 | Design of digital Systems (StEOP) | VO+KS | Winter | 6 |
| 8 | Introduction to the Information technology degree course | VC | Winter | 0,5 |
| 9 | Introduction to Engineering: writing and presenting | KS | Winter | 2 |
| # | Title | Type | Semester | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Analysis II | VO | Summer | 8 |
| 2 | Linear algebra for computer science and information technology | VO+KS | Summer | 6 |
| 3 | Electrotechnical and Physical Fundamentals of Information Technology | VO+KS | Summer | 6 |
| 4 | Microelectronics | VO+KS | Summer | 6 |
| 5 | Introduction to Structured and Object-Oriented Programming I & II | Summer | 6 |
| # | Title | Type | Semester | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stochastics I | VU | Winter | 4,5 |
| 2 | Electronic Circuits | VO+KS | Winter | 6 |
| 3 | System Theory | VO+KS | Winter | 6 |
| 4 | Computer Architectures | VO+PR | Winter | 6 |
| # | Title | Type | Semester | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numerical methods | VU | Summer | 6 |
| 2 | Telecommunications | VO+KS | Summer | 6 |
| 3 | Operating Systems | VO+KS | Summer | 6 |
| 4 | Control Engineering | VO+KS | Summer | 6 |
| 5 | Digital Signal Processing | VO+KS | Summer | 6 |
| # | Title | Type | Semester | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seminar over an engineering topic | SE | Summer | 3 |
| 2 | Project praktikum | PR | Summer | 3 |
| 3 | Bachelor thesis | PR | Summer | 4 |
| 4 | Image processing | Summer | 3 | |
| 5 | Fundamentals of simulation techniques | KU | Summer | 3 |
The Bachelor’s programme Information & Communications Engineering
Starting in the winter semester 2026/27, you will be able to choose between the traditional Bachelor’s degree programme in Information Technology and the Bachelor’s combination programme in Information and Communications Engineering.
This is the structure of the traditional Bachelor’s degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering
Your Bachelor’s degree programme consists of required courses totalling 112 ECTS credits, guided elective courses amounting to 57 ECTS credits and open elective courses worth 11 ECTS credits.
| Subject | Designation | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Subjects | Introduction | 4 |
| Mathematics for Engineers | 28 | |
| Physics for Engineers | 12 | |
| Programming, Systems and Networks | 12 | |
| Circuits and Electronics | 18 | |
| Communications and Signal Processing | 13 | |
| Measurement, Sensing and Control | 15 | |
| Bachelor Thesis and Seminar | 10 | |
| Guided Electives | Labs Information and Communications Engineering and/or Gender and Diversity | 8 |
| Applied Information and Communications Engineering | 8 | |
| Mathematics | 9 | |
| Methods for Engineers | 24 | |
| Soft Skills | 8 | |
| Open Electives | 11 | |
| Total | 180 | |
This is the structure of the Bachelor’s combination programme in Information and Communications Engineering
You can tailor your Bachelor’s degree in Information and Communications Engineering to suit your career goals and interests. The Bachelor’s degree in Information and Communications Engineering is a Bachelor’s combination programme. This means that you combine your major worth 120 ECTS credits with one minor worth 60 ECTS credits or two minors worth 30 ECTS credits each. Together, this adds up to a total of 180 ECTS credits, as in a traditional Bachelor’s programme.
The major (120 ECTS credits) focuses on technical systems for the collection, transmission, processing and secure use of information. You will combine mathematics, electrical engineering and computer science and learn how to model and implement communication, signal processing, measurement and control systems.
When it comes to the minors (60 ECTS credits in total), it’s up to you to decide where you want to focus. You’ll choose your minor(s) after completing the STEOP.
The major focuses on the following:
| Subject | Designation | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Subjects |
Introduction | 4 |
| Mathematics for Engineers | 28 | |
| Physics for Engineers | 12 | |
| Computer Programming, Systems and Networks | 12 | |
| Circuits and Electronics | 18 | |
| Communications and Signal Processing | 13 | |
| Measurement, Sensing and Control | 15 | |
| Guided Electives |
Labs Information and Communications Engineering and/or Gender & Diversity | 8 |
| Bachelor’s Thesis incl. seminar |
10 | |
| Minors | Choose
|
60 |
| Total | 180 |
Choose from these minors:
You can customise your Bachelor’s programme by selecting one minor worth 60 ECTS credits or two minors worth 30 ECTS credits each, allowing you to tailor your studies to your personal interests and career goals.
Choose the minor that best suits your interests from the fields of culture, languages, technology, economics & management, law or society.
Minors totalling 60 ECTS credits
Culture
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Angewandte Kulturwissenschaft | Applied Cultural Studies
- Alpen-Adria-Region als Kulturraum | The Alps-Adriatic Region as a cultural space
- Ethik | Ethics
- Geschichte | History
- Philosophie | Philosophy
- Sprache, Literatur und Kultur (Französisch, Italienisch oder Spanisch) | Language, literature and culture (French or Italian or Spanish)
- Sprache, Literatur und Kultur (B/K/M/S, Russisch oder Slowenisch) | Language, literature and culture (B/C/M/S or Russian or Slovene)
Economics & Management
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Business and Economics EN
- Management
- Wirtschaft und Recht | Business and Law
Languages
Available for selection from summer semester 2026
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Alpen-Adria-Region als Kulturraum | The Alps-Adriatic Region as a cultural space
- Germanistik | German Studies
- Sprache, Literatur und Kultur (Französisch, Italienisch oder Spanisch) | Language, literature and culture (French or Italian or Spanish)
- Sprache, Literatur und Kultur (B/K/M/S, Russisch oder Slowenisch) | Language, literature and culture (B/C/M/S or Russian or Slovene)
Law
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Wirtschaft und Recht | Business and Law
Technology
Available for selection from summer semester 2026
- Informatik | Informatics
Society
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Ethik | Ethics
- Geographie: Die Welt von heute begreifen und gestalten | Geography: Understanding and shaping the world of today
- Philosophie | Philosophy
Minors totalling 30 ECTS credits
Culture
Available for selection from summer semester 2026
- Friedensforschung und Friedensbildung | Peace Studies and Peace Education
- Gender und Diversität | Gender and Diversity
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Ethik | Ethics
- Kultur und Gesellschaft | Culture and Society
- Kulturgeschichte | Cultural History
- Philosophie | Philosophy
- Sprache, Literatur und Kultur (B/K/M/S, Russisch oder Slowenisch) | Language, literature and culture (B/C/M/S or Russian or Slovene)
- Sprache, Literatur und Kultur (Französisch, Italienisch oder Spanisch) | Language, literature and culture (French or Italian or Spanish)
Economics & Management
Available for selection from summer semester 2026
- Business and Economics
- Soziale Kompetenz, Organisation und Leadership | Social Competence, Organisation and Leadership
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Economics EN
- Entrepreneurship und Innovation | Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Management
- Sprachen und Wirtschaft im Alpen-Adria-Raum und in Europa | Languages and Business in the Alps-Adriatic Region and in Europe
- Wirtschaft und Recht | Business and Law
Languages
Available for selection from summer semester 2026
- Deutsch als Fremd- und Zweitsprache | German as a Foreign and Second Language
- Schreibwissenschaft | Writing Studies
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Alpen-Adria-Region – Fokus Sprachen | The Alps-Adriatic Region with a focus on languages
- Sprache, Literatur und Kultur (B/K/M/S, Russisch oder Slowenisch) | Language, literature and culture (B/C/M/S or Russian or Slovene)
- Sprache, Literatur und Kultur (Französisch, Italienisch oder Spanisch) | Languages, literature and culture (French or Italian or Spanish)
- Sprachen und Wirtschaft im Alpen-Adria-Raum und in Europa | Languages and Business in the Alps-Adriatic Region and in Europe
Law
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Einführung in die Rechtswissenschaften | Introduction to Law
- Wirtschaft und Recht | Business and Law
Society
Available for selection from summer semester 2026
- Friedensforschung und Friedensbildung | Peace Studies and Peace Education
- Gender und Diversität | Gender and Diversity
- Soziale Kompetenz, Organisation und Leadership | Social Competence, Organisation and Leadership
- Sustainability and Energy
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Digital Health EN
- Diversitätskompetenz und Chancengerechtigkeit | Diversity skills and equitable opportunities
- Ethik | Ethics
- Geographische Perspektiven auf Umwelt, Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft | Geographical perspectives on the environment, economy and society
- Grundlagen der Psychologie | Basic Concepts of Psychology
- Inklusion gestalten | Shaping inclusion
- Kultur und Gesellschaft | Culture and Society
- Personal- und Kompetenzentwicklung | Staff and skills development
- Philosophie | Philosophy
- Social Scienes EN
- Wirtschaftspsychologie | Business Psychology
- Wissenschaftskommunikation und Public Engagement | Science communication and public engagement
Technology
Available for selection from summer semester 2026
- Informatik | Informatics
- Sustainability and Energy
Available from winter semester 2026/27
- Computer Game Engineering
- Digital Health EN
- Optimization and Decision Making DE oder EN
- Statistical Learning EN
For detailed information on the language of instruction and possible combinations of individual minors, please refer to the individual minor pages.
EN = conducted in English | DE or EN = conducted in German or English
Information on the minors available from winter semester 2026/27 will be published shortly.
As of February 2026. Subject to change.
Admission
Admission to the degree programme must take place before the end of the general admission period (winter semester: 5 September | summer semester: 5 February).
A late admission until 31 October (winter semester) or 31 March (summer semester) can only be granted in exceptional circumstances.
Prerequisites
You do not have to go through a special admission procedure to start the Bachelor‘s degree in “Information and Communications Engineering” in Klagenfurt. Simply enrol and get stuck in!
You only have to meet the following conditions, which also apply to all other programmes:
- General university entrance qualification (e.g. Matura)
- German language skills at level B2 (CEFR)
Prospective students who apply for admission to a German-language degree programme and whose first language is not German must provide evidence of German language proficiency no lower than level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) at the time of application.
German courses and exams are offered as part of the VAAU preparatory course by the Language Center German in Austria.
Term dates & deadlines
Winter semester 2026/27
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
6 July 2026 – 5 September 2026
Summer semester 2027
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
8 January 2027 – 5 February 2027
Best prospects. Your professional opportunities
First of all: Excellent job prospects lie in store for you when you graduate from the Bachelor‘s programme in Information and Communications Engineering. Qualified professionals in this field are highly sought after on the job market and the headhunters working for major companies recruit graduates through our numerous career projects. After completing your studies, you can work in the following fields, among others:
- Technical systems developer: Your degree in Information and Communications Engineering will qualify you as an expert for all new hardware technologies used to process information: self-driving cars, drones, mobile phone transmission, smart homes, robots and much more.
- Software developer: You will become an expert for the entire development process: from design to testing.
- You want to be able to work independently? Have you got an unbeatable idea for an electronic device that the world could really use? Use your scientific engineering knowledge and put your concept into practice – with our full support – while you are still studying. The neighbouring Lakeside Science & Technology Park and the business incubator build! also provide the ideal infrastructure for your entrepreneurial growth.
Stories & news about the degree programme
You’ll soon discover this: There are many interesting facts, stories and news updates regarding this degree programme.
The first steps are always … accompanied!
We won’t abandon you, especially at the start of your studies!
- Here in Klagenfurt, you will get to know your fellow students during the Welcome Days – and you will make new friends in the very first week; friends you will share memorable experiences with in the years to come.
- You will never be a mere (matriculation) number here: Our courses have a limited number of participants and so our lecturers will soon get to know you. We encourage and challenge you, in every way you need!
- Your degree starts with the so-called “Introductory phase (STEOP)”. No matter which school you attended or which qualifications you bring with you to the university: We will get you to the level you need in order to study successfully in the semesters ahead. In addition, the technology preparation courses will help you to rapidly progress on the road to success in your studies!
- During the first semester, our students are coached in small groups by mentors, making it easier for you to get off to a good start.
Continuing your studies
Once you have completed the Bachelor’s degree in Information and Communications Engineering at the University of Klagenfurt, you have the option to continue your studies with one of the following degree programmes, to give just a few examples. The choice is yours:
FAQ. Frequently asked questions
Can I start my studies even if I don’t have any prior knowledge? How can I prepare for my degree programme?
What is most important when starting your studies is that you have an interest in and a curiosity about the field of study and the subject area. No prior knowledge is required. If you are still unsure, simply attend one of our technology preparation courses. Here, you can refresh your knowledge of computer science and mathematics along with other first-year students. The course is free of charge and will be credited as part of your studies.
Is the degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering the right one for me?
Do you sometimes wonder how drones or robots work and what they are used for (e.g. drones on Mars or the use of robots / drones in disaster relief operations) or how information (e.g. images, videos or voice signals) is generated by technical means such as smartphones or tablets? If you want to understand the underlying technical principles that are used universally today and would like to be involved in shaping the future, the degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering is perfect for you!
If you want to be sure, you are also welcome to chat with a student and seek advice. Just send a quick e-mail to studieninfo [at] aau [dot] at
What’s the difference between “Information and Communications Engineering” and “Informatics”?
Informatics deals with software development. Information and communications engineering, on the other hand, also deals with hardware-related issues such as system development or the production of sensors, chips, etc.
What are the differences between the branch of study “Engineering” and the branch of study “Business Engineering”?
The branch of study “Engineering” ” focuses on information technology innovations with a strong emphasis on engineering subjects.
The branch of study “Business Engineering” , on the other hand, also covers subjects from the economic sciences and deals with business management and technical problems.
How do I start my academic studies at the University of Klagenfurt?
Our check list will help you to get started. We have compiled everything you need to know here – from registering online right up to enrolling for a degree programme.
Is there a mentoring programme?
The mentoring programme is designed to smooth the way for first-semester students entering university. During the first semester, our students are coached in small groups by experienced mentors. The mentors provide advice and help you to clear organisational hurdles and overcome any problems you may have in finding your bearings.
Which school-leaving certificate do I need to start my studies?
No matter which school they attended (e. g. HTL, AHS, HAK, etc.), every secondary school student with an Austrian school leaving certificate (Matura) or the general university entrance qualification (e. g. Abitur) is entitled to pursue a university degree.
I am attending a secondary technical school (HTL). Is it possible to get academic credit for subjects I have taken at school?
Students at a HTL who have passed certain subjects at secondary level may be able to transfer credit so that it counts towards certain courses run by the university. If you have any questions about a credit transfer, the Programme Director responsible for your chosen programme will be happy to help (e-mail: spl-infotech [at] aau [dot] at).
Where can I find additional information? Who can I contact with questions?
You can find additional information about the degree programme by reading the Curriculum (PDF) or by visiting the Study Technology webpage. If you have any other questions, the Programme Director will be happy to help (e-mail: spl-infotech [at] aau [dot] at).
