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General Information
The positive development of the regional labour market in the ICT sector has resulted in an increasing demand for skilled professionals.
The University of Klagenfurt is responding to this demand by training highly qualified specialists in the ICT sector and awarding the University of Klagenfurt Technology Scholarships, which aim at
- increasing the number of highly qualified ICT professionals,
- enhancing diversity in the Federal State of Carinthia and at the University of Klagenfurt,
- increasing the number of international students at the University of Klagenfurt, and
- promoting the University of Klagenfurt’s internationalization efforts.
Scholarship holders shall be enabled to finance the second year of their Master’s degree programme with a paid internship, which is also part of the curriculum.
So far, in cooperation with the Carinthian Chamber of Commerce (WKO) and Federation of Austrian Industries (IV), scholarship holders have been supported in finding a paid internship in the first year of their Master’s degree programme.
Based on an agreement with the University of Klagenfurt, the OeAD – Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation publishes the call for applications, accompanies the selection process, awards the scholarships and offers its services to the selected scholarship holders before and during their stay in Austria.
Interviews
Target Group
Students who
- have completed a Bachelor’s degree relevant for one the Master’s degree programmes listed below in one of the following countries/regions: Albania; Algeria; Argentina; Belarus; Bosnia and Herzegovina; Bulgaria; China; Croatia; Democratic Republic of Congo; Egypt; Estonia; Greece; Israel; Jordan; Kosovo; Latvia; Lebanon; Libya; Lithuania; Montenegro; Morocco; North Macedonia; Palestinian territories; Poland; Portugal; Romania; Russian Federation; Serbia; Slovenia; Syria; Tunisia; Türkiye; Ukraine; Uruguay; Uzbekistan; Vietnam,
- can prove very good English language skills (B2 or C1, depending on the desired study programme – Common European Framework of Reference for Languages – CEFR),
- are not resident in Austria at the time of application, and
- want to pursue one of the following Master’s degree programmes at AAU and start their studies in the winter semester 2023/24:
AAU aims to increase the proportion of women students in technical sciences and therefore specifically invites qualified women to apply for a Technology Scholarship.
Scholarships
- Monthly scholarship for the duration of max. 12 months: EUR 800*
- One-time lump sum for travel costs between EUR 25 and EUR 660
Upon proven academic success, scholarship holders will be exempted from paying tuition fees for the Master’s degree programme at AAU.
Scholarship holders will be provided assistance when booking accommodation and applying for student health insurance in Austria.
Authority awarding the scholarship: OeAD with financial support provided by AAU.
Given a sufficient number of applications, 50% of available scholarships will be awarded to female applicants.
Application: Exclusively online at https://grants.at
Closing date for applications: 19th February 2023
*supplementary grant, own funds are required
Application and Selection Procedure
The following documents have to be uploaded with the online application:
- Completed application form for admission to one of the Master´s degree programmes listed above
- Bachelor Certificate* and Transcript of Records of Bachelor’s degree programme
- Complete Bachelor Thesis (copy of original)
- Abstract of Bachelor Thesis in German or English
- Proof of English skills: Level B2 or C1, depending on the desired study programme (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR) – C1 level is required for the Master’s degree in Game Studies and Engineering
- Scan of passport (data page with name and photo)
- Two letters of recommendation by university lecturers from the university at which the Bachelor’s degree is being pursued/was earned.
*In the case that applicants haven’t completed their Bachelor’s degree at the time of application, the graduation confirmation/Bachelor Certificate must be provided at the latest by March 26th 2023. For applicants who can enter Austria visa-free, the graduation confirmation/Bachelor Certificate must be provided at the latest by the end of May 2023.
Please note: Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Examination of the formal requirements
- Assessment and evaluation of the application by experts (including an online interview)
- Final decision by AAU
Please note: The principle of competition applies to all scholarships, i.e. there is no legal entitlement to a scholarship even if all formal application requirements are fulfilled.
Further Information
- The scholarship is awarded only in combination with the admission to one of the above-listed degree programmes at the University of Klagenfurt. Please note that master’s degree programmes in Game Studies and Engineering & Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity are subject to the special admission procedure.
- OeAD scholarship holders will be able to book accommodation in a dormitory with the OeAD student housing. The monthly costs for accommodation booked via OeAD students housing in Klagenfurt are:
- monthly rent: approx. EUR 255 to 374*
- monthly administrative fee: EUR 21*
- OeAD scholarship holders need to have health insurance that is accepted by the Austrian authorities for the duration of their stay in Austria. OeAD can support scholarship holders in taking out student insurance with the locally competent Gebietskrankenkasse after entering Austria. The monthly insurance premium is 66,79 Euro*. Scholarship holders have to pay for the costs for accommodation and insurance themselves.
- Applicants from third countries/regions (non-EU/EEA countries/regions or Switzerland) may need to provide proof of additional funds to the Austrian residence authority when applying for a “residence permit – student”. The required amount may vary depending on the applicant’s age, individual costs for rent, health insurance and other liabilities.
Please note that scholarship holders are not allowed to take up paid work in Austria while receiving an OeAD scholarship. Paid internships are permitted, as long as they are part of the curriculum and approved by AAU and OeAD.
* as of December 2022, subject to change without notice
Contact Information
OeAD: Katharina Engel (e-mail: katharina [dot] engel [at] oead [dot] at)
AAU: International Office (e-mail: technology [dot] grants [at] aau [dot] at)
Testimonials
“The scholarship enabled me to study in my desired field of Informatics and to find a job that interests and challenges me. With the scholarship, I was able to cover all my life expenses and without the financial worries completely to focus on my studies. It also provided me with the opportunity to learn the German language and in that way made my everyday life in Austria a lot easier. The scholarship opened a lot of doors for my success in Austria.”
“I decided to apply for the scholarship because the financial help during the master‘s studies is much needed. This scholarship provided exactly that. Now, there is no need to worry about how I will finance my studies – I can focus purely on studying and building my academic career. I’m loving the life and study in Klagenfurt and I hope that after finishing my studies I’ll stay in this area of Austria.”
“For me, studying in Austria is a dream come true thanks to the Technology Scholarship. This scholarship helps me achieve my academic and career goals beyond the financial barriers. Being a part of the Technology Scholarship Programme of the University of Klagenfurt is the best opportunity to create an unforgettable life experience.”
Supporters for the academic year 2023/24
- Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Klagenfurt
- Förderverein Technische Fakultät an der Universität Klagenfurt
- Sensolligent GmbH
Supporters for the academic year 2022/23
- Carinthian Chamber of Commerce (WKO)
- Förderverein Technische Fakultät an der Universität Klagenfurt
- Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Klagenfurt
Supporters for the academic year 2021/22
- Carinthian Chamber of Commerce (WKO)
- Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Klagenfurt
Supporters for the academic year 2020/21
- Carinthian Chamber of Commerce (WKO)
- ERSTE Foundation
- Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Klagenfurt
- Privatstiftung Kärntner Sparkasse
