Education in Austria

According to the United Nations Development Program, Austria is ranked 25th in the world in Education Index. Studying in Austria is popular among applicants because of the high level of teaching, modern equipment of educational institutions, a wide selection of specialities and affordable tuition. Vienna schools are among the top 100 universities in the world, and some specialities take pride of place in the global ranking of the TOP-20.

From 2011 to the present, the city of Vienna has continuously been ranked first in the Economist ranking and is recognized as the most liveable city in the world.

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Kindergarten and school

Kindergartens in Austria are paid, both public and private. From 3 years old, the child is used to attend the crèche, and from 4 to 6 years old - a kindergarten. Moreover, the system of preschool education in Austria does not include training in reading and spelling techniques, so a visit is not necessary. In addition to the last preparatory year before school.

The school system includes three levels:

Elementary school

Compulsory schooling for a child begins at the age of 6. In most cases, children attend a regular elementary school (Grundschule), in which they receive a traditional education with a wide range of subjects. Folk Primary School (Volksschule) provides basic theoretical knowledge. Education for children with disabilities is carried out either in specialized educational institutions (Sonderschule) or in ordinary schools, where a unique program is developed, and qualified specialists are involved.

Secondary school

Training is conducted from 10 to 14 years. In addition to the usual secondary school (Hauptschule), there is also an academic school, which is divided into three types: a gymnasium with traditional education (Gymnasium), a gymnasium with an in-depth study of scientific disciplines (Realgymnasium) and a gymnasium with an economic bias and housekeeping (Wirtschaftskundlisches Realgymnasium).

High school

From 14 to 18 years old is studying at a higher secondary school (Allgemein bildende höhere Schulen). Optionally, the student can enter a vocational college. The last year in higher secondary school is devoted to preparatory courses for admission to the university.

High school

From 14 to 18 years old is studying at a higher secondary school (Allgemein bildende höhere Schulen). Optionally, the student can enter a vocational college. The last year in higher secondary school is devoted to preparatory courses for admission to the university.

General education in Austria at the state level is free of charge. There are also paid private schools. The choice of the educational institution remains with the parents.

Features of Austrian universities

There are more than 50 higher education institutions in Austria, which annually take pride of place in international rankings. Universities offer more than 100 study programs with quality training and a wide selection of specialities. Universities of Austria are divided into three categories:

State universities (Universitäten)

These are traditional educational institutions with a classical approach to learning, which provide fundamental knowledge of most specialities.

State universities of applied disciplines (Fachhochschulen)

The training program of these universities is aimed at obtaining applied knowledge in the field of technical sciences with practical courses.

Private universities for a fee (Privatuniversitäten)

In Austria, there are more than ten accredited private universities that implement an academic program to train more than 150 specialities.

Higher education in Austria corresponds to the Bologna system and is divided into three levels:

⦁ undergraduate (6 semesters);
⦁ magistracy (4 semesters);
⦁ doctoral studies (6 semesters).

Private universities for a fee (Privatuniversitäten)

In Austria, there are more than ten accredited private universities that implement an academic program to train more than 150 specialities.

Higher education in Austria corresponds to the Bologna system and is divided into three levels:

⦁ undergraduate (6 semesters);
⦁ magistracy (4 semesters);
⦁ doctoral studies (6 semesters).