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Carinthia University of Applied Sciences

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Overview

Fachhochschule Kärnten (Carinthia University of Applied Sciences) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Spittal an der Drau, Carinthia, Austria. This institution also has a branch campus in Feldkirch and Klagenfurt. Founded in 1995, Fachhochschule Kärnten (FH Kärnten / CUAS) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung. FH Kärnten / CUAS provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 31-year-old Austrian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. FH Kärnten / CUAS also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Carinthia University of Applied Sciences
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym FH Kärnten / CUAS
Founded 1995
Motto Sprungbrett in die Zukunft
Kickstart your future!
Colours Red, black and white
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Location

Address Villacher Strasse 1
Spittal an der Drau
9800 Carinthia
Austria
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Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Phone Number (5) 90500 0
Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Fax Number (5) 90500 1110
Other locations Feldkirch and Klagenfurt

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Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2000


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Fachhochschule Kärnten's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's academic range and degree level offering.



Fachhochschule Kärnten: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Carinthia University of Applied Sciences categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Carinthia University of Applied Sciences.



Carinthia University of Applied Sciences: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Carinthia University of Applied Sciences website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Admission Office Admission Office

Europastrasse 4
Villach 9524
(5) 90500 7040
(5) 90500 7040

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Size and Profile

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Size and Profile


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Control Type Control Type

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Entity Type Entity Type

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Library University Library

Yes Visit Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Library


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Services


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Fachhochschule Kärnten consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Fachhochschule Kärnten
  • School of Civil Engineering and Architecture
  • School of Engineering and IT
  • School of Health Sciences and Social Work
  • School of Management

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Memberships and Affiliations

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Fachhochschule Kärnten's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Österreichische Fachhochschul-Konferenz (FHK)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Eurasia Pacific Uninet (EPU)
  • Association of International Educators (NAFSA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carinthia University of Applied Sciences public or private?

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Carinthia University of Applied Sciences profit or non-profit?

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Carinthia University of Applied Sciences in terms of enrollment?

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Carinthia University of Applied Sciences in terms of academic staff?

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Carinthia University of Applied Sciences a coeducational institution?

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences use?

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Carinthia University of Applied Sciences affiliated with?

None.

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences admit international students?

Yes.

What is Carinthia University of Applied Sciences's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Carinthia University of Applied Sciences FH Kärnten / CUAS?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Carinthia University of Applied Sciences FH Kärnten / CUAS located?

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is located in Spittal an der Drau, Carinthia, Austria. Address: Villacher Strasse 1.

Is Carinthia University of Applied Sciences FH Kärnten / CUAS accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is accredited by Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung (since 2000).

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences have a university library?

Yes

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences offer career services?

Yes

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Carinthia University of Applied Sciences have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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