Try Before You Apply: 2026 Open House Days at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

Which degree program is right for me? What is student life really like? And what career opportunities can I expect after graduation? Anyone looking for answers to these and similar questions is encouraged to attend the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria’s Open House Days on November 27 and 28, 2026. Across its four campuses in Hagenberg, Linz, Steyr, and Wels, prospective students will have the opportunity to experience university life firsthand, explore degree programs, and get their questions answered by faculty, staff, and current students.

On November 27, the Hagenberg and Wels campuses will open their doors, followed by the Linz and Steyr campuses on November 28. The Open House Days are the perfect opportunity to experience the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria firsthand. From campus tours and lab visits to open lectures and one-on-one conversations with current students and faculty, visitors gain authentic insights into academic life, teaching, and career opportunities. Prospective students can explore the hands-on nature of the bachelor's and master's degree programs, learn about their international focus, ask questions, and discover what studying at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria is really like.

Prospective students can also learn about alternative pathways to higher education, including the Preparatory Program for University Admission (Studienbefähigungslehrgang). Information sessions and personal advising will be available throughout the Open House Days.

As Austria’s leading university of applied sciences in research, the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria combines academic excellence with a strong practical focus. Its award-winning degree programs, close partnerships with industry, and global network of around 260 partner universities provide students with outstanding career opportunities. International experience can be gained through English-taught programs, study-abroad opportunities, and double- and triple-degree options.

Discover the Four Campuses of the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria
Curious about what it’s like to study in Hagenberg? Visit the campus for Computer Science, Communication and Media on Friday, November 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to get a firsthand look at student life, degree programs, and campus facilities.

At the Open House Day, visitors can experience the campus in full swing under the motto “Try Before You Apply.” All classes taking place that day are open to prospective students, offering a genuine glimpse into everyday student life. In addition, a diverse program featuring hands-on workshops, information sessions, campus and building tours, an application corner, and many other opportunities to explore the campus will be available.

Exhibitions showcasing current student projects highlight the diversity and hands-on nature of the degree programs, giving visitors a firsthand look at why the Hagenberg campus is considered a hub for digital innovation. Early birds can also enjoy a complimentary breakfast pastry and coffee between 8 and 10 a.m., while supplies last.
Learn more:  FH OÖ | Infotag 2026 @ Campus Hagenberg  

The University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Wels Campus will also welcome prospective students on Friday, November 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering comprehensive information on its degree programs in Environmental and Food Technologies, Engineering, Energy and Materials, Architecture and Civil Engineering, as well as Innovation, Design, and Business.

Visitors can start the day with a complimentary breakfast and coffee before exploring information booths, attending open classes, visiting laboratories, and speaking with faculty, staff, and current students. A variety of student projects will be on display, including a Mars rover, a hydrogen-powered recumbent bicycle, and lightweight engineering components that visitors can see and interact with firsthand.

Campus and laboratory tours round out the program, and from 2:30 p.m. onward, visitors can continue conversations in a relaxed atmosphere while enjoying a drink at the campus beer stand.
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Learn more: FH OÖ | Infotag 2026 @ Campus Wels

At the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Linz Campus, home to the School of Medical Engineering and Applied Social Sciences, the Open House Day on Saturday, November 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. will focus on the campus motto, “People First.” The campus offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, both full-time and part-time, in the fields of Social Sciences and Management, Medical Engineering, and Social Work.

Faculty members and current students will be available at information booths to answer questions and share their experiences. Visitors can gain firsthand insights into student life through laboratory tours and open classes, while medical engineering projects on display will showcase innovative technologies developed at the campus. Prospective students can also learn more about the Preparatory Program for University Admission (Studienbefähigungslehrgang) and the pathways it provides to higher education.
Learn more: FH OÖ Infotag 2026 @ Campus Linz

At the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Steyr Campus, everything revolves around business, management, and digitalization on Saturday, November 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Through presentations, personal advising, open classes, and interactive workshops, prospective students can gain valuable insights into degree programs and career opportunities.

In addition to information sessions covering the campus’s 15 business-focused degree programs, visitors can hear directly from current students and faculty about the application process, study abroad opportunities, and what it is like to study while working. Guided campus tours led by students, as well as hands-on workshops and open lectures, offer even deeper insights into life and learning at the Steyr Campus.

Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy complimentary breakfast snacks, cookies, and non-alcoholic mulled punch while exploring the campus and connecting with the university community.
Learn more: FH OÖ | Infotag 2026 @ Campus Steyr 

Open House Days at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

Friday, November 27, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hagenberg and Wels campuses.

Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Linz campus and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Steyr campus.

More details on the Info Days:  Infotage 2026 @ Fachhochschule Oberösterreich