WU
Vienna University of Economics and Business
Fact Sheet 2024-2025
Erasmus code

A WIEN05

Address

Welthandelsplatz 1, LC building,
1020 Vienna, Austria
https://www.wu.ac.at/io/en

Main point of contact for partner universities

Contacts at theInternational Office(nominations, agreements etc.)

Bachelor Exchange & Bachelor Double Degree Programs:
Victoria Schwabl, victoria.schwabl@wu.ac.at
China (incl. Hong Kong), Israel, Europe (Central and Eastern Europe | Belgium | Finland | Ireland |Scandinavia | Netherlands | Turkey | United Kingdom); CEEPUS Network/@wuinternationaloffice

Christa Karner, christa.karner@wu.ac.at
Latin America, Europe (Germany | France | Greece | Italy | Portugal | Switzerland | Spain), Asia
(Korea | Indonesia | Malaysia | Singapore | Thailand | Taiwan | Vietnam)

Kaan Tasli, kaan.tasli@wu.ac.at
North America, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Africa; Double Degree Program

Graduate (Master & PhD) Exchange, Master Double Degree Programs andTHEMIS, graduate.outgoing@wu.ac.at
Katrin Korber
Helena Dabringer
Charlotte Schinnerl
Agnes Kandera
Silvia Gordon

Main point of contact for nominated students coming to WU(Exchange, Double Degree, THEMIS students), incoming@wu.ac.at
Anna Rösch
Annika Trapple
Isabella Katzenbeisser
Sophie Neuner

International Office Management

Lukas Hefner, Head of International Office, lukas.hefner@wu.ac.at
Caroline Heinle, Head of Division, Deputy Head, caroline.heinle@wu.ac.atMarlene Fleischanderl, Head of Division, Deputy Head, marlene.fleischanderl@wu.ac.at1

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Contents

Academic calendar 2024/25

Academic calendar 2024/2025

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Registration and nomination deadlines

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Course information

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German language courses

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Orientation programs for exchangestudents

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4Inclusion and accessibility

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Accommodation

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Sustainable exchange semester

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Entry and residence regulations
International Summer University
WU Facts and Figures

Winter semester 2024/25

WU Incoming Kickoff for students registered for any
pre-semester program(s):September 9 - September 10, 2024
WU Incoming Kickoff for all other students:
September 25 - September 26, 2024

The latest date of arrival isalways one day prior to theWU Incoming Kickoff

Recommended date of arrival for students registeredfor any pre-semester program(s):September 8, 2024
Latest date of arrival for all other students:
September 24, 2024

Pre-semester programs(optional)

Orientation and Cultural Program:
September 16 - September 27, 2024
Pre-semester German language courses:
September 16 - September 27, 2024

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WU Incoming Kickoff(mandatory attendance)

Teaching period

October 1, 2024 – January 31, 2025
Christmas break: December 24, 2024 – January 6,2025 (Several courses end before the Christmas
break; students who cannot stay at WU in January
should choose their courses accordingly.)

Semester break

February 1, 2025 – February 28, 202566Summer semester 2025
WU Incoming Kickoff(mandatory attendance)

WU Incoming Kickoff for students registered for any
pre-semester program(s):February 6, 2025 – February 7, 2025
WU Incoming Kickoff for all other students:
February 24, 2025 – February 25, 2025

Pre-semester programs(optional)

Orientation and Cultural Program:February 10, 2025 – February 21, 2025
Pre-semester German language courses:
February 10, 2025 – February 21, 2025

Teaching period2

March 1, 2025 – June 29, 2025
Easter break: April 12, 2025 – April 21, 2025
Pentecost break: June 7, 2025 – June 9, 2025

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Registration and nomination deadlines

Course information

General information

WU only accepts exchange students nominated by theirhome universities. The home university exchange
coordinator is responsible for nominating students
online and forwarding WU’s Nomination Letters to
the nominated exchange students.

Courses in English

More than 350 English-taught courses are offered eachterm, covering all core fields of business andeconomics as well as related areas. Some courses areoffered in block format to make scheduling easier.

Prospective incomings

Interested in studying at WU? Prospective
exchange students can find out more on our website.

Courses in German

Online nomination

Partner universities are asked to send an email to WU‘smain point of contact for partner universities (seecontacts above), indicating the number of students
they wish to nominate, after which the online
nomination link will be provided.

Incoming exchange students can also attend courses
taught in German.
Courses & FAQs for bachelor’s and master’s students:
https://www.wu.ac.at/io/academicsClass format

Although WU has seven different examination types,
most of the courses available to incoming exchange
students are continuous assessment (“PI”) courses.
These courses are highly interactive courses including
lectures, case studies, papers, presentations, andgroup projects. Exams and tests are held during theregular course sessions, and there is no special exam
week at the end of the semester.

Attendance andparticipation

Attendance is mandatory in all courses, the specifics
are indicated in each course syllabus.

Course registration/course
overlap

WU’s online registration system LPIS allows students
to register for courses even if they overlap. As
attendance is mandatory, it is the students’
responsibility to only register for courses they canattend in full.
Course registration is based on a first-come, firstserved principle; therefore, we strongly recommendthat students choose alternative courses in casetheir registration for their preferred courses is notsuccessful. Bachelor’s students can only attend
bachelor’s level courses, master’s students only
master’s level courses. Course numbers at WU have apurely administrative function and change everysemester.

Course loadStudents must take a full workload at WU, whichcorresponds to 24 to 30 ECTS credits. The maximum
course load is 36 ECTS credits excluding language
courses.

Exam dates

Exam dates depend on the courses chosen. There isno specific examination period for all courses.

Nomination deadlines

Application deadlines forstudents

For the winter semester: May 1
For the summer semester: November 1•••

Orientation and Cultural Program
Pre-semester German language courses
Online pre-enrollment for students

For the winter semester: May 20
For the summer semester: November 20
Invitations to apply online for the Orientation andCultural Program and the pre-semester German
language course will be sent out after May 2/November
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Language requirements

Depending on the language of instruction (English orGerman), bachelor’s exchange students must have a
B2 level or above (according to the Common European
Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR) in
English OR German. Master’s and PhD exchange
students must have a level equivalent to C1 of theCEFR. WU does not request official language
certificates. However, if students do not meet thelanguage requirements, we reserve the right toexclude them from courses.

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German language courses

Documents

Before the semester

Confirmation of Arrival

The Confirmation of Arrival will be generated after theWU Incoming Kickoff. We don’t sign forms from partner
universities.

Erasmus+ Online Learning
Agreement

Erasmus+ students will have to use the Online Learning
Agreement. All other students should use the Learning
Agreement that they have received from their home
universities. We accept them as an editable PDF. The
Incoming Team is responsible for signing theseagreements.

Confirmation of Stay

Please note that a Confirmation of Stay will only beissued for the period of the student’s actual studies
at WU. Students can download their Confirmation ofStay. The WU Incoming Kickoff that students participate
in, will be given as their date of arrival. The last day thatcan be confirmed on the Confirmation of Stay is the last
day that students need to be present at WU (e.g. last
day of classes, last exam).

During the semester

WU offers 2 ECTS pre-semester German language
courses with levels ranging from absolute beginners tohighly advanced speakers. These two-week intensive
language courses are principally free of charge. A feefor administration and teaching materials (€ 40) will becharged. To participate, students need to apply by May
20 for the winter semester and by November 20 for thesummer semester. Places are limited.
WU’s Business Language Center offers German
courses at all levels. For students, courses (30contact hours) cost € 229.

Orientation programs for exchange students
Orientation and CulturalProgram

Buddy Network

WU offers atwo-week program, which includes
activities such as social events, a sightseeing program,out-of-town field trips, presentations on Austria, etc.
and costs € 350. To participate, students need to apply
by May 20 for the winter semester and by November
20 for the summer semester. Places are limited.

Transcript of records
Grading

The Austrian Students’ Union (ÖH) at WU are available
to help exchange students find a “buddy” – a WU
student who acts as their personal mentor. The Buddy
Network also organizes a number of social activities forexchange students (skiing trips, trips to neighboring
countries, theater evenings, etc.).

Students can download their transcript of records assoon as all of their grades are available.
The following grading scale applies at WU:
1 excellent (Sehr gut)
2 good (Gut)
3 satisfactory (Befriedigend)
4 sufficient (Genügend)
5 fail (Nicht genügend)
WU does not use a standardized percentage-based
grading scale. The percentage scores needed to receive
the grades given above differ from course to course. In
most cases, the course-specific grading scales can befound in the course descriptions online.

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Inclusion and accessibility

Sustainable exchange semester

General information

General information

We would like to highlight that we gladly welcome
students with physical, mental, and health-relatedconditions. WU Vienna offers a barrier-free campus
experience and provides services, such as BeAble,
Student Counselling, and an Ombuds Office forStudents. In Vienna, certain student residence halls
also offer wheelchair-accessible and barrier-freefacilities. If these housing options are of interest,
please click here for more information. In casestudents require assistance or other support services,
they should contact the International Office of theirhome university, which will then in turn inform theInternational Office at WU Vienna. We are happy toassist and organize needed services if necessary.

To learn more about sustainable exchange at WU,
please have a look at this website:
https://www.wu.ac.at/en/programs/incomingstudents/exchange-semester/your-sustainableexchange-stay-at-wu/

Entry and residence regulations

Accommodation
General information

General information

Off-campus student housing is available throughstudent residence providers. Private flats can be foundfor example through the housing platform Housing
Anywhere.

Before traveling to Austria, students should make surethey are familiar with the regulations concerning visas
and residence permits.
Nationals of non-EU/EEA countries and Switzerland (socalled “third country nationals”) need an entry visa orresidence permit for entry into and residence in Austria.
The type of permit depends on the length and purposeof the stay.

For more information on finding accommodation,
click here:
https://www.wu.ac.at/en/programs/incomingstudents/exchange-semester/your-semester-at-wufrom-start-to-finish/accommodation
Living costs

WU encourages incoming exchange students to makeenvironment friendly choices. As responsible university,
we provide information on green mobility, sustainablehousing options, and mindful consumer behavior.
Further, WU offers student organizations and initiatives
that allow for participation and an exchange of ideas.

Further details: https://oead.at/en/to-austria/entryand-residence/

Housing│approx. € 450–700 /month
Health Insurance│approx. € 70 /month*Food, personal expenses│ approx. € 350 /month
Transportation│approx. € 75-100 /semester
Utilities (telephone)│ approx. € 10-30 /monthEntertainment │ approx. € 100-200 /month
Books │approx. €75 - €150 /semester
Students’ Union dues│approx. € 25 /semester

About Vienna

Vienna ranks among the most attractive cities in theworld. Tradition and culture, research and education,
economic growth, and a safe and livable environment
make it a place with a very high standard of living thatis recognized internationally.
Further details: https://www.wien.info/en*Students must buy health insurance that covers their whole stay at WU, no healthinsurance plan is offered by WU.

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International Summer UniversityWU

WU Facts and Figures

General information

Facts & Figures

As an alternative to a full exchange semester, WU
offers intensive three-week programs. These shortacademic programs take place at WU during thesummer months (July and August). Students canattend two to three business courses on bachelor’s ormaster’s level. All courses are taught in English andcover several business-related topics.

To learn more about WU, and for a quick overview overour facts and figures, please have a look at this website:
https://www.wu.ac.at/en/the-university/aboutwu/facts-figures/

Bachelor’s and master’s students can earn 8 ECTS
credits.
The program includes networking opportunities and acultural and social program with fellow students fromall over the world. Course materials, lunch on lecturedays, and the public transportation ticket for Vienna
are included in the fees.
Registration

WU partner universities can nominate their students toparticipate in this program as exchange students.
Further details: https://www.wu.ac.at/io/isuwu

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