International students
Full-degree paths for internationals at FHV
FHV welcomes students from third countries, EU/EEA states or Switzerland wanting to complete a full Bachelor's or Master's degree. Our international environment gives you the chance to study alongside students from around the world while enjoying high-quality education and personal support.
Why study at FHV?
- Top programmes in engineering & technology, business, design and social work & health
- Internationally recognised standards and accreditation
- Individual guidance and student services
- Scholarships and funding opportunities
- Career preparation and job prospects
All you need to know before applying from a third country
Application deadline for third country applicants: 1st March
Checklist for your application
When uploading your documents, please make sure they are complete and clearly legible. This includes both the front and back of each document, high-quality scans, and a clear indication of which translation corresponds to which original document. Any required certifications must also be clearly legible.
Bachelor's degree programmes:
- University entrance qualification certificate and official translation into German or English
- If applicable, transcript of grades for your university entrance qualification and official translation into German or English
- If applicable, proof of eligibility to study in your home country, with an official translation into German or English
- Passport or national identity card
- Recognised language certificates in accordance with the FHV Admission Regulations (German and English: B2)
- Letter of motivation
- Portrait photograph
- If applicable, proof of professional experience
- If applicable, an additional official document if the gender information required for statutory registration is not included in your identity document or is not up to date
Master's degree programmes:
In addition to the documents listed above, you will need the following for your Master's application:
- Bachelor's degree certificate (minimum three-year degree) and official translation into German or English
- Transcript of Records and official translation into German or English
- Diploma Supplement, if available, and official translation into German or English
Language requirements:
- Most degree programmes require German and English language skills at B2 level (CEFR).
- Exception: Applicants for the Master's programme International Management and Leadership only need to provide proof of English language skills at B2 level (CEFR).
Which documents need to be translated and certified?
Bachelor's degree programmes:
- University entrance qualification certificate with translation
- If applicable, transcript of grades with translation
- If applicable, proof of eligibility to study in your home country, with translation
Master's degree programmes:
In addition to the documents listed for Bachelor's degree programmes:
- Bachelor's degree certificate with translation
- Transcript of Records with translation
- Diploma Supplement (if available) with translation
Documents not issued in German or English must be translated by a sworn or officially certified translator.
All stamps, seals, certifications and legalisation notes must also be translated.
List of translators sworn and certified in Austria.
Documents issued in Hague Convention countries require an Apostille. An Apostille is a certification issued by the competent authority in your country under the Hague Convention.
Are electronic legalisations and signatures accepted?
Yes, we accept e-Apostilles and electronic signatures, provided they can be verified on official websites.
Full country list:
Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, China (including Special Administrative Regions of Hong Kong and Macao, except Taiwan), Cape Verde, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Eswatini, Fiji, Georgia, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea (Republic of), Latvia, Lesotho, Liberia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malawi, Malta, Marshal Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Morocco, Namibia, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Oman, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, São Tomé and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Suriname, Switzerland, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Türkiye, Ukraine, Vanuatu, Venezuela, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay.
Documents issued in the following countries can be submitted without additional legalisation:
Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia and Sweden.
If your country is not covered by an exemption agreement or the Hague Convention, full diplomatic legalisation is required.
This involves:
- Certification by the relevant ministry in your country
- Certification by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Legalisation by the Austrian embassy or consulate
For documents issued in certain countries, Austrian authorities are currently unable to carry out the standard legalisation process.
If your documents were issued in one of the countries listed below, please contact our Admissions Office before submitting your application.
At present, this applies to:
Afghanistan, Burundi, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo – Democratic Republic of (Kinshasa), Iraq, Korea (Democratic People's Republic of), Myanmar, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan.
Additional verification requirements apply to applicants with educational qualifications from China.
Before starting university or during your first semester:
Please submit a verification from the China Academic Degrees & Graduation Education Development Center (CDGDC) for your Gaokao results and university admission letter.
CDGDC: https://www.cdgdc.edu.cn
After completing one semester at a "211" university or three semesters at another state-recognised university:
Please submit a verification from Academic Evaluation Beijing (APS China).
APS China: https://www.aps.org.cn
Please note that CDGDC verifications are not accepted in cases where an APS verification is required.
For applicants from countries outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland, additional document verification may be required.
If there are doubts about the authenticity of your documents or if further checks are needed, a refundable deposit of EUR 250 may be requested.
The deposit will be refunded if your documents are confirmed as authentic and you meet the admission requirements. Any bank charges are your responsibility.
In some cases, we may also ask for original documents or certified copies. We recommend applying early.
We are happy to answer your questions - contact us!
If you have any general questions, please feel free to contact the Student Advisory Service.