Study in Wels
The School of Engineering in Wels has been in existence since 1993 and is one of the pioneers in the university of applied sciences sector in Austria.
With its focus areas and highly successful research projects, it is one of the most renowned universities of applied sciences in Austria. Engineering and applied natural sciences are at the heart of research and development work. Six Centers of Excellence (CoE) or areas of strength form the core of research, making this school one of the strongest and best-equipped faculties in Europe in terms of research.
Sustainability as a solution
Skills shortages, sustainable technologies, food of the future and clean energy - these are the challenges of the future. The programs offered at the FH Upper Austria Wels Campus are based on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and provide the 1,800 current students with the necessary tools to develop new solutions and technologies that not only bring economic success, but also always have one thing in mind: a sustainable future.
Diverse range of programs
The School of Engineering in Wels offers scientifically sound, practice-oriented degree programs with international recognition in the fields of Environment & Food, Sustainable Technology & Materials, Clean Energy & Sustainable Building, Sustainable Innovation, Design & Economy.
Personal study counseling
We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Interested parties can use our student advisory service by phone or email. Online counseling (e.g. via MS Teams, Skype,...) is also available. We also offer a comprehensive range of information on our website.
Study life balance
Even if learning is the real goal of being a student. A bit of sport, fun and distraction are also a must. Whether it's sport, culture or testing your drinking strength - there's no shortage of leisure activities on Wels Campus.
Out of the lecture halls and into practice
In addition to the high-quality education, studying in small groups and top job prospects, the smooth career entry is one of the major advantages of studying at Wels Campus. Many students write their final thesis at companies or are already working on one of the numerous research projects during their studies.
Modern, well-equipped university
Attractive, new campus
Work is ongoing at the Wels campus to redesign various "feel-good" areas for students on campus: The UAS inner courtyard has been greened and redesigned, the StudyLounge and StudyJungle (work and study areas for students) have been opened, a chill-out area has been built on the roof terrace, the canteen has been expanded and the new laboratory building has been extended. This makes researching, studying and chilling out together fun!
Innenhof des FH OÖ Campus Wels
Das Studentsdeck am Laborgebäude D lädt zum Chillen ein.
Blick auf den Innnehof des FH OÖ Campus Wels
Sitzgelegenheit im Innenhof
StudyLounge im 1. Obergeschoss
StudyLounge im 1. Obergeschoss
Virtual building tour and drone flight on campus
Take a virtual campus tour and get to know the FH Upper Austria School of Engineering with 360° panoramic photos. These also contain interesting, further image galleries. Have fun!
Facts & Figures
- 18 Bachelor's degree programs
- 15 Master's degree programs
- 1.900 students
- 8.100 graduates
- 420 professors
- 100 partner universities worldwide
- 7 English-language degree programs
- 22 % international students from 65+ countries
- 2 double-degree programs