Study in Wels
Learn, Innovate, and Thrive in the Heart of Europe.
Located in the heart of an economically strong region, Wels has established itself as a leading high-tech hub. Students benefit from excellent job prospects and close ties to industry. In addition, its central location offers easy access to the beautiful Salzkammergut region, with its mountains and lakes, as well as quick connections to Salzburg, Vienna, and Munich (max. 1–2 hours).
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.
The programs offered at Wels Campus provide the 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.
Hands-on Studies
Studying engineering at FH Upper Austria means becoming part of a dynamic environment where innovation, research, and industry come together. It means learning from experts, working on meaningful projects, and developing solutions that make a difference. Most importantly, it means graduating ready to contribute from day one—equipped with the knowledge, experience, and confidence to succeed in a rapidly evolving engineering world.
Interested in a Master’s degree?
At Wels Campus, students can choose from 16 practice-oriented master’s degree programs (6 taught entirely in English).
Why study at Wels Campus?
There are many reasons to study at the FH Upper Austria | Wels Campus: Studying sustainability, Pracitcal training, Internationalization, Active student life, outstanding job prospects, top rankings, strong in research and best support.
Student testimonials
Approximately 500 international students from all over the world are enrolled in one of our Bachelor's- or Master's degree programs, bringing international flair to Wels campus. Find some inspiration here among our student testimonials.
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.
Strong in research
The University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria is the strongest research university of applied sciences in Austria. The School of Engineering in Wels is responsible for the lion's share of the research turnover with almost 250 academic staff in 6 main research areas.
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
- 12 Bachelor's degree programs
- 16 Master's degree programs
- ~1.900 students
- ~9.700 graduates
- 420 professors
- 100 partner universities worldwide
- 8 English-language degree programs
- ~500 international students from 70+ countries
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