FAQ - Bachelor
When is the application deadline for the academic year 2010/2011?
31 May 2010 for EU Citizens
07 May 2010 for Non-EU Citizens
12 March 2010 for the bachelor's programme Physiotherapy
12 March 2010 for the bachelor's programme Midwifery
Questions + Answers
- What is the difference of a University of Applied Sciences and an University proper?
- What is special about studying at a University of Applied Sciences?
- What are the entrance requirements for a Bachelor's programme?
- Which requirements must be met to be admitted to a Master's programme?
- When do I know that I have met the entrance requirements?
- Where do I get information about Visa and Residence Formalities?
- Do I have to attend the lectures?
- Can you get accreditation of skills/ knowledge already acquired?
- Can I apply for more than one programme?
- What are the languages of instruction of the degree programmes?
- What is a letter of motivation?
- Can I enter a higher semster?
- When are the admission dates for September 2010?
- Where do I get information about overnight accommodation for applicants?
- Where can I live in Krems?
- When will I have vacation?
What is the difference of a University of Applied Sciences and a University proper?
To put it positively Universities of Applied Sciences are equivalent to but still different from Universities proper. The graduation from a University of Applied Sciences equals a graduation from university and entitles to carrying out the same occupation as well as to doing a Ph.D. depending on the course of studies.
What is special about studying at a University of Applied Sciences?
The education at a University of Applied Sciences is practice-oriented and is to prepare the graduates for their professional career in a special way. The immediate and appropriate transfer of the knowledge acquired is at the centre. In the course of the studies academic research, social skills and languages are being dealt with besides professional know-how. To do an internship is obligatory. In most cases students are also required to study abroad at one of the partner universities for one semester. The teaching methods are state-of-the-art (teaching in small groups etc.). Its contents are geared to consider the newest findings of applied research and development.
The fact that there is a time limit imposed up to which the programme is to be completed poses a challenge for students which can be met by a high service level and individual as well as intensive coaching of the students by the teaching staff.
In brief: to study at a University of Applied Sciences means completing one’s studies in a given time (6 semesters Bachelor, 2-4 semesters Master), practice-orientation, academic research and a high level of coaching, working in small groups and obtaining language as well as soft skills.
What are the entrance requirements for a Bachelor’s programme?
You need a general entrance qualification for universities or its equivalent from abroad. Your complete application documents will be forwarded to the academic board for a detailed verification in order to the admission requirements.
The certificate of a high school graduation (A-levels) can be submitted later. In this case please attach a copy of your latest annual school report and a confirmation - issued by your school - with the exact denomination of the qualification that you will achieve.
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Which requirements must be met to be admitted to a Master’s programme?
The general requirement is the graduation of a relevant Bachelor’s degree programme or of an equivalent education. An outstanding Bachelor’s or diploma certificate or a final report of a part of one’s studies as well as proof of supplementary examination can be handed in later.
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When do I know that I have met the entrance requirements?
By e-mail we confirm the receipt of your application and – if it applies - inform you about documents that should be submitted later. With the invitation to take part in the admission procedure you receive information regarding your compliance with the entrance requirements.
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Where do I get information about Visa and Residence Formalities?
For information regarding visa and residence regulations please click here.
Do I have to attend the lectures?
There is obligatory attendance at the IMC University of Applied Sciences. For the full-time format, lectures take place from Monday through to Friday and also occasionally on Saturdays. For the part-time programmes students have to be present Fridays from 2:00 p.m. to approx. 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to approx. 9:00 p.m.
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Can you get accreditation of skills/knowledge already acquired?
At the start of a term students have the possibility to apply for an accreditation of prior skills/knowledge (incl. a proof) Further information can be obtained at the start of the programme.
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Can I apply for more than one programme?
Yes, you can but only do so if you are really interested in a further programme.
With multiple applications for bachelor's programmes please indicate your priorities and add a letter of motivation for each chosen bachelor's programme.
For Master programmes two applications have to be submitted separately.
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What are the languages of instruction of the degree programmes?
- Business Studies
Tourism and Leisure Management / Export-Oriented Management: English
Corporate Governance and E-Business Management / Health Management: German, selected courses held in English - Health Studies
Midwifery / Physiotherapy / Advanced Nursing Practice: German, selected courses held in English - Life Sciences
Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: English
What is a letter of motivation?
Let us know in writing about your personal motivation for choosing a particular degree programme. The letter must be written in the main language of instruction of the programme.
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Can I enter at a higher semester?
Principally yes. Applicants who wish to enter a programme at a later stage have to submit the registration documents as well as proof of their academic success to assess the level of entrance. From then on, the admission procedure is as usual. When applying please submit an appeal to enter the programme at a higher semester.
It can only be granted if there are places available.
For further information contact information@fh-krems.ac.at
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When are the admission dates for September 2010?
Dates for the admission procedure will be from March until the end of June 2010. Should you already know that you will not be available at certain times let us know under separate cover. Dates for the admission interviews in June will mainly be in the last week of the month due to the final exams before a committee at the IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems.
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Where do I get information about overnight accommodation for applicants?
The local tourist authority in Krems is available on +43 (0)2732 82676 or at kremstourismus@pegasus.at for information about reasonable accommodation.
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Where can I live in Krems?
Apart from the student halls of residence, there are also many private rooms available for rent. Find out more about Living in Krems.
When will I have vacation?
Christmas: 24/12 – 6/1 (around 2 weeks)
Semester vacation: (3 weeks)
Easter vacation: (10 days)
Summer vacation: End of June to the middle of September
For details please consult: Academic calendar