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University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria

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world rank  7798

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Overview

Founded in 2010, the FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ (University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Linz (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Upper Austria. This institution also has branch campuses in Ried, Steyr, Vöcklabruck and Wels. Officially recognized by the Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria (Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria), FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Austrian higher education institution. FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ 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 15-year-old Austrian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym
Founded 2010
Motto Wissen.schafft.Gesundheit
Knowledge.creates.Health
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University Location

Address Semmelweisstrasse 34/D3
Linz
4020 Upper Austria
Austria
University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria Phone Number (50) 344/20000
University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria Fax Number
Other locations Ried, Steyr, Vöcklabruck and Wels

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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 FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ 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 FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ 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 FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ.



University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria: 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

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


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


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Information for international students at FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ is as follows:

  • Language of instruction: German

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria'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.


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Library


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2010


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 FH Gesundheitsberufe OÖ's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Österreichische Fachhochschul-Konferenz (FHK)


Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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