| 1 ECTS GUIDE FH KUFSTEIN TIROL / AUSTRIA 2 | „ | 3 Mag. Noureddine Rafili Head of International Relations Office WELCOME TO KUFSTEIN UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES. Dear students, As you know, learning is a journey to a new world, an adventure, one of the most exciting experiences in your life - a new language, an expedition. Although you have to do the walking part yourself, a new culture and a different way of life, but also a lifelong memo- the FH Kufstein Tirol University of Applied Sciences accompanies ry of a time full of new skills, insights and friendships. its students on this expedition and helps them to reach the highest Enjoy your journey! summits. And just in case, the IRO will assist you in any matter, so please do We are happy to welcome you at the Fachhochschule Kufstein Ti- not hesitate to contact us. rol – University of Applied Sciences. After months of preparation you finally made it to Austria and the team of the International Contents Relations Office (IRO) wants to help you to get started. That’s why Welcome to we created this study guide in order to help you with the most Kufstein University of Applied Sciences 3 important questions during your life abroad e.g. accommodation, Facts & Figures 4 daily life, student facilities, housing, grading, etc. Arriving in Austria 10 Accomodation 12 You will be integrated in an international environment, surrounded Mag. Noureddine RAFILI Useful General Information - Kufstein 14 from Austrian and foreign students and faculties. It will not only be Head of International Relations Office FH Kufstein Tirol Facilities 16 The European Credit Transfer System 18 Language Courses 19 Checklist for Arriving Students 22 4 | | 5 >> Fachhochschule Kufstein Tirol Facts . Figures Students 50 Nations Degree Programs 1,842 Bachelor & Master Students 12 Bachelor 2,241 141 Incomings 12 Master 258 Postgraduate Students 24 2 are 100% in English Alumni Partner Universities 3,709 Bachelor 50% Europe, 23 % Asia 1,630 Master 18% America, 4 % Africa 7,361 1,092 Diploma 210 5 % Oceania 930 Postgraduate Lecturers Postgraduate Programs Internal 9 Certificate Programs External 2 Academical Programs Academics 16 3 MBA-Programs 500 1 Advanced Qualification Program Professionals 1 Leadership Training 6 | | 7 >> Degree Programs FH Kufstein Tirol University of Applied Sciences was founded in 1997. There are currently over 2200 students study- ing in 12 bachelor degree programs, 12 master degree programs and several postgraduate courses. Around 200 incoming students enrich the campus with an international flair. Learning is a journey // Energy & Sustainability Management (FT) // Sports, Culture & Event Management (FT, PT) to a new world, an BACHELOR climate change, sustainability & energy efficiency interdisciplinary knowledge of sports, culture & event adventure, an expedition. // Facility Management & Real Estate Management (FT, PT) management, based on an economically- and interna- Studies >> tionally-oriented foundation energy efficient & user-friendly buildings, // Business Management (FT) The FH Kufstein Tirol accompanies its students on sustainable real estate management // International Business Studies (FT, PT) skills needed for founding enterprises, concepts & tools this expedition and helps them to reach the highest for business management, and business succession & 2 semesters at one of 170 international partner uni- acquiring ownership summits. versities of applied sciences, 1 semester of an intern- // Web Business & Technology (FT) ship abroad, 2 foreign languages web-based business models & technologies // Marketing & Communication Management (FT, PT) You have to do the walking part yourself. // Industrial Engineering & Management (FT) classical and cutting-edge communication channels, a solid engineering training including economic graphic arts, design and multimedia applications, background knowledge & two options for specializa- language & style, PR, advertising tion (production, production development) // Corporate Transformation Management (PT)* // International Business Studies (FT) MASTER legal & business knowledge for corporate transformation, International program specializing in either marketing development and turnaround or finance, all lectures are held in English Studies >> // Data Sciences & Intelligent Analytics (PT) // Smart Products & Solutions (PT) A combination of knowledge in technology & applications, Development of intelligent & networked products with training with real data & real tools, 30% online an emphasis on the definition and conception phase, // Digital Marketing (FT, PT) generating value from data and the transformation & change needs in companies marketing through new media, understanding & de- sign of online and cross-media communication chan- // Sports, Culture & Event Management (FT, PT) nels, options for specialization interdisciplinary knowledge of sport, culture & event management complemented with a focus on business // ERP Systems & Business Process Management (PT) establishments & strategic perspectives. analysis, design & implementation of IT-supported (full-time degree program: all courses held in English) business processes // Web Communication & Information Systems (PT) // Energy & Sustainability Management (PT)* knowledge and skills for planning and developing combination of sustainability & renewable/conventi- complex web-based applications, option of various fields onal energy technologies of specialization // Facility- & Real Estate Management (PT) combination of management concepts & individually chosen specialization within the field of facility & real estate management Information about our current postgraduate programs can be found online POST WWW.FH-KUFSTEIN.AC.AT/POSTGRADUATE www.fh-kufstein.ac.at GRADUATE Bild: - Fotolia. trolstnev FT...full time studies, PT...part time studies Programs >> * Subject to accreditation by AQ Austria 8 | | 9 >> MEETING POINT KUFSTEIN „ Kufstein Basic Facts | Area: 39.37 km2. Population: 19,527. The town of Kufstein lies at about 503 meters above sea level. Today, Kufstein is the largest town in the District of Kufstein and Set on both sides of the Inn River, Kufstein is located in the lower KUFSTEIN NATURE, HISTORY, the second largest after Innsbruck in the Province of the Tyrol. In Inn River Valley and only a few kilometers from the Alpine foothills comparison with the size of other cities in Austria, Kufstein ranks in Bavaria. CULTURE & A LOT MORE ... 28th. 10 | | 11 >> Welcome to Kufstein >> AUSTRIA BASIC FACTS Kufstein is surrounded by high mountains with a breath-taking panorama. The contrast between Total area: approx. 84,000 km2. Population: 8.9 million. Capi- the historic old town, the fortress tal: Vienna. Languages: German; English is by far the leading and the nearby mountains stron- foreign language and is widely spoken and understood. Topogra- gly contribute to the atmosphere phy: The landscapes in Austria range from Alpine peaks to broad and attraction of Kufstein. river plains. Austria‘s highest mountain is the Großglockner (3,797 Thus the city’s nickname is “The m); its longest river is the Danube. Climate: Kufstein lies 503 m Pearl of the Tyrol”. Austria wel- above sea level. The alpine climate is characterized by cold, snowy comes students from abroad. If winters and relatively warm summers. Temperatures range from you are a national of an European -5° C in winter (short periods of strong frost are possible too) up Union (EU) country or Switzerland, to 30° C in summer. Students coming in fall should bring warm you only need a valid passport. clothes and boots; those coming in spring should keep in mind, that February and March can still be rather cold. Periods of fog and rain are usual both in late fall and early spring. Be prepared for all kind of weather conditions! For more detailed information: www.wetter.com THE HISTORY OF KUFSTEIN ARRIVING IN AUSTRIA “THE PEARL OF THE TYROL” AUSTRIA WELCOMES STUDENTS FROM ABROAD! There are still countless old buildings which bear wit- most impressive part of the fortress is the open air In order to obtain a visa, students from countries other Austria, visa requirements and application forms, ness to the medieval times when Kufstein was first stage which is one of the most beautiful in Austria and than the European Union need the following documents: please refer to the Austrian foreign representations: given the rights of township. Lovingly restored, they is frequently used for concerts of all sorts. Within the • visa application form for students (available at www.bmeia.gv.at/en/travel-stay/entry-and- invite the visitors to imagine what it must have been fortress compound is also the world’s largest open- the Austrian consulates and embassies in your home residence-in-austria/ like 700 years ago. The mighty fortress in the cen- air organ which fills the city with music every day at country) ter shows how important the position of Kufstein midday. However, Kufstein is not only interesting for • valid passport, copies of the first pages of your Within three days upon your arrival in Kuf- was in these days. The battlements offer a panora- visitors keen on history and culture; the town is also a passport stein you must register with the governmental mic view far beyond the town’s boundaries and the well-known commercial center. There are quite a few • birth certificate or a copy of it Registration Office (Meldeamt) in Kufstein. ancient buildings entice visitors to explore their to- companies that have helped to establish Kufstein’s • passport