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PhD programmes in Austria

FindMyUni lists 49 English-taught PhD programmes at 21 universities in Austria, mostly in Vienna, Graz, Innsbruck. Where a fee is published (12 of 49 programmes), annual tuition ranges from €13,311 to €17,000.

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PhD programmes in Austria

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Universities offering a PhD in Austria

Tuition and living costs in Austria

Students from other EU countries study free of charge at public universities. Students from outside the EU pay about €1,500 a year at public universities, which is low by European standards. Private universities set their own fees, and these can be considerably higher.

Living costs are moderate, and the standard of living is among the highest in Europe. Students get discounts on public transport, museums and sports.

Studying at a university in Austria

Austrian higher education has three types of institution. Public universities are state-funded, research-led and the most popular with international students. Universities of applied sciences (Fachhochschulen) teach practical, career-focused degrees. Private universities run specialised programmes with smaller classes and more flexible admission dates; MODUL University Vienna, for example, teaches its bachelor's and master's degrees entirely in English. Several Austrian universities appear in the international rankings.

Common questions

Can I do a PhD in Austria in English?

Yes. FindMyUni lists 49 English-taught PhD programmes in Austria.

How much does a PhD in Austria cost?

12 programmes publish a fee. Annual tuition ranges from €13,311 to €17,000, converted to euros at current exchange rates; fees often differ for EU/EEA and non-EU students.

Which universities offer a PhD in Austria?

Central European University (CEU) (11), Medical University of Vienna (4), University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (4), Danube University Krems (3), Johannes Kepler University Linz (3).

What are the most common PhD subjects in Austria?

Medicine & Health (10), Business & Management (8), Social Sciences (8), Art, Design & Media (6).

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