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Term dates & deadlines
Winter semester 2025/26
General admission period for Master’s degree programmes
07.07. – 31.10.2025
Summer semester 2026
General admission period for Master’s degree programmes
08.01. – 31.03.2026
How we are seen
- We are distinguished by our students!
The University of Klagenfurt is the only university in the world to win a Global Student Satisfaction Award twice in a row
(Studyportals – the Global Study Choice Platform)
- Our study programmes come highly recommended!
The University of Klagenfurt is recommended by 97 % of its students.
(studycheck.de)
Your skills are our mission. This is what we can teach you
In the first instance, students are taught the principles and methodologies of mobile communications, signal processing, and wireless sensor networks. During the course of the degree programme, students can attend additional lectures, courses, and practical laboratory courses on mobile networks, pervasive computing, signal processing, measurement technology, robotics, image processing, and transportation telematics. The programme is further supplemented by a range of courses from technical informatics (e.g. system security, distributed systems), and technical mathematics (e.g. optimisation, stochastics).
Upon completion of the degree programme, students are qualified to
- improve concepts and methods from the field of information technology,
- identify and comprehend new problem definitions in this field,
- recognise technological paradigm shifts.
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.
Main areas
Programme structure: a tabular overview
| SUBJECT | DESIGNATION | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Required subjects |
Networks and Communications: Fundamentals | 12 |
| Electives | Networks and Communications: Advanced | 30 |
| Information and Communications Engineering: Supplements | 18 | |
| Technical Complements | 12 | |
| Soft Skills | 12 | |
| Options | 6 | |
| Master thesis |
incl. exclusive research seminar | 27 |
| Final Board Examination |
3 | |
| Total | 120 |
Recommended course of study
Important note regarding lecture courses scheduled on a cyclical basis: Although certain lecture courses are only offered once a year, the corresponding examinations can be taken year-round on specific dates.
1. Semester (Starting in the winter semester)
| SUBJECT | ECTS | Course number + title | Course type |
| NC Fundamentals | 4 | Mobile Communications | VC* |
| 3 | Mobile Communications | KS* | |
| 4 | Signal Processing for Communications | VC* | |
| 3 | Signal Processing for Communications | KS* | |
| NC Advanced | 4 | Pervasive Computing | VC* |
| 4 | Smart Grids | VC* | |
| 4 | Seminar on Self-Organized Systems | SE* | |
| Total | 26** |
* compulsory attendance
** choose Free Electives to sum up to 30 ECTS
| SUBJECT | ECTS | Course number + title | Course type |
| NC Fundamentals | 4 | Sensors Networks | VC* |
| 3 | Sensors Networks | KS* | |
| 4 | Wireless Networks | VC* | |
| 3 | Wireless Networks | KS* | |
| 3 | Pervasive Computing Lab | KS* | |
| 4 | Powerline Communications | KS* | |
| 4 | Advanced Wireless Communications | VC* | |
| 4 | Seminar on Smart Grids | SE* | |
| 4 | Modelling and Simulation of Energy Systems | VC* | |
| Total | 33 |
* compulsory attendance
Practical training
To reinforce the practical and research experience as well as the problem-solving skills, students can complete a practical placement (worth 6 ECTS credits) as part of the elective subject “Soft Skills”. During the research or industrial placement, which must last at least 2 months, students work on a project, defined in advance, under the expert supervision of a university lecturer. The industrial placement can be completed in a company, with a public administrative body, a non-profit organisation, or a non-university research institution. Research placements are completed at a university.
Limits are old news. What else can we offer you?
There are no limits to your personal development. Enjoy the freedom that only a university degree can offer you and expand your horizons beyond your academic studies. You can pick and choose which competences will set you apart in the future. We have lots to offer, for instance:
- Are you looking to set up your own business and launch an entrepreneurial venture? By acquiring the “Build! Entrepreneurship Certificate” you will gain precisely the skills you need to turn your brilliant idea into a successful business! The nearby Lakeside Science & Technology Park also offers you the necessary facilities so you don’t need to sit in a garage while you are working on the app that will change the world and expand your wallet.
- Do you want to learn a new language and prepare for an international career? You can learn Russian, Spanish or Chinese (and many other languages besides) at the University of Klagenfurt.
- Are you interested in collaborating in groups, teams and organisations to achieve the best possible results? In the extension programme “Social Competence and Organizational Learning SCOL“ we will show you how project and conflict management, mediation processes and moderation techniques can succeed.
Admission
Admission to the Master’s Dregree Programme Information and Communications Engineering: Branch of Study Networks and Communications must occur within the admission periods.
Important enrollment information
Prerequisites
You do not have to go through a special admission procedure to start the Master‘s degree in Information and Communications Engineering in Klagenfurt.
You only have to meet the following conditions, which also apply to all other programmes:
- Bachelor’s degree programme Information and Communications Engineering or a degree programme of equivalent academic value at another post-secondary educational institution.
Information on Bachelor’s degree programmes that are relevant for admission - English language level B2
Prospective students who apply for admission to a Master’s degree programmes taught in English must provide evidence of English language proficiency at the required level at the time of application.
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.
- Our student guidance service is here for you if you need some support as you start your studies. You can reach us via WhatsApp, e-mail, phone or our social media channels.
- At the ÖH student union Info Days at the start of each semester experienced students provide advice about your chosen degree programme and share useful insiders’ tips.
Best prospects. Your professional opportunities
Graduates of the Master’s degree programme are qualified for a wide range of professional activities, for instance in the development or product management for technical systems
- for automotive manufacturers and suppliers
- in automation engineering
- in microelectronics
- in consultancy services
- and in medical technology
The branch of study Networks and Communications also offers the opportunity to acquire specialised expertise, for example in the following areas:
- embedded and ubiquitous systems.
- mobile and wireless networks.
- self-organizing networks with applications in the areas of mobility and energy.
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 world is your own!
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, the world is yours to explore. Complete a semester abroad during your studies and spend it at one of the university’s 250 or so partner universities. You won’t need to worry about your finances – we have plenty of scholarships on offer.
FAQ. Frequently asked questions
When does the semester start?
The winter semester starts on the 1st of October and ends on the 31st of January. The summer semester starts on the 1st of March and ends on the 30th of June.
Further information is available in Term dates & deadlines.
How can I apply for a Master’s degree programme?
Further information on how to apply for a Master’s degree programme can be found on our webpage Admission to a Master’s degree programme.
How can I prove English language proficiency?
A list of the accepted language qualifications is available in the Regulation issued by the Rectorate concerning proof of required language proficiency for admission to study programmes.
Where can I find additional information? Who can I contact with questions?
Please refer to the Curriculum (PDF) and our website for further information on all aspects of studying. If you have additional questions, you can also contact the Student Representatives of the Austrian National Union of Students or the Programme Director directly.
Continuing your studies
Once you have completed the Master’s degree programme in Information and Communications Engineering you can continue straight on to the following degree programme:
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Universität Klagenfurt
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