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Fachhochschule Kärnten

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Overview

Founded in 1995, the 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 (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Carinthia. This institution also has a branch campus in Feldkirch and Klagenfurt. Officially recognized by the Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria (Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria), Fachhochschule Kärnten (FH Kärnten / CUAS) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Austrian higher education institution. Fachhochschule Kärnten (FH Kärnten / CUAS) offers 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 in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 30-year-old Austrian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. FH Kärnten / CUAS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

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

University Identity

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

Address Villacher Strasse 1
Spittal an der Drau
9800 Carinthia
Austria
Fachhochschule Kärnten's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Fachhochschule Kärnten Phone Number (5) 90500 0
Fachhochschule Kärnten Fax Number (5) 90500 1110
Other locations Feldkirch and Klagenfurt

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

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Yearly 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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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Fachhochschule Kärnten's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

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 Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Admission Office Admission Office

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

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Fachhochschule Kärnten's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution 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.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University 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


University 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


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Fachhochschule Kärnten's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Fachhochschule Kärnten is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2000


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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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)


Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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