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Fachhochschule Kärnten

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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

Fachhochschule Kärnten's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Fachhochschule Kärnten's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Fachhochschule Kärnten' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Fachhochschule Kärnten's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) Carinthia University of Applied Sciences
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
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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Fachhochschule Kärnten Phone Number (5) 90500 0
Fachhochschule Kärnten Fax Number (5) 90500 1110
Other locations Feldkirch and Klagenfurt

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Fachhochschule Kärnten Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Fachhochschule Kärnten 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten'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

Fachhochschule Kärnten Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Fachhochschule Kärnten Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Fachhochschule Kärnten 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten.



Fachhochschule Kärnten: 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Fachhochschule Kärnten website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Fachhochschule Kärnten's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Fachhochschule Kärnten is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Fachhochschule Kärnten has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Fachhochschule Kärnten '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


Fachhochschule Kärnten's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Admission Office Admission Office

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

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Size and Profile

Fachhochschule Kärnten Size and Profile


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Fachhochschule Kärnten has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Fachhochschule Kärnten's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Control Type Control Type

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Entity Type Entity Type

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Fachhochschule Kärnten's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Fachhochschule Kärnten is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Fachhochschule Kärnten Facilities


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Library University Library

Yes Visit Fachhochschule Kärnten's Library


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Fachhochschule Kärnten Services


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten public or private?

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten profit or non-profit?

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten in terms of enrollment?

Fachhochschule Kärnten has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Fachhochschule Kärnten in terms of academic staff?

Fachhochschule Kärnten's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Fachhochschule Kärnten a coeducational institution?

Fachhochschule Kärnten is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Fachhochschule Kärnten use?

Fachhochschule Kärnten 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten affiliated with?

None.

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten admit international students?

Yes.

What is Fachhochschule Kärnten's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Fachhochschule Kärnten '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 Fachhochschule Kärnten 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 Fachhochschule Kärnten FH Kärnten / CUAS located?

Fachhochschule Kärnten is located in Spittal an der Drau, Carinthia, Austria. Address: Villacher Strasse 1.

Is Fachhochschule Kärnten FH Kärnten / CUAS accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Fachhochschule Kärnten is accredited by Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung (since 2000).

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten have a university library?

Yes

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten offer career services?

Yes

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Fachhochschule Kärnten have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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