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Bachelor
InterMedia
On the InterMedia Bachelor’s programme, you will develop creative solutions for the analogue and digital media world of tomorrow – from visual communication and audiovisual media to digital interfaces. You will combine design, technology and communication, and learn to use technologies such as artificial intelligence in a creative and thoughtful way.
Facts
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Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Arts and Design (BA) |
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Format: full-time |
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Duration: 6 semesters | 180 ECTS |
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Language: German (B2) | English (B2) |
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Study abroad: Optional | Double Degree |
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Costs: Currently no tuition fee |
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Programme start: 1st September |
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Applications tart: 15th November |
Why InterMedia at FHV?
Design meets Technology
Develop creative solutions at the intersection of people, technology and design - for analogue and digital media.
Relevant for the future
Acquire transformation literacy and learn to use new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, in a thoughtful and creative way.
Real-world projects
Work alongside businesses and cultural organisations on creative projects addressing real-world issues.
Creative Labs
Make use of state-of-the-art design and media labs to develop ideas, create prototypes and utilise new technologies.
Note: The scope and titles of the courses are currently being revised as part of the further development of the programme. Changes will take effect from the 2027/28 academic year. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the programme administration or programme director.
Testimonials and practical examples from their studies
Your career opportunities
Jobs in the following fields
- UX/UI and Interaction Design
- Creative Technologies and Artificial Intelligence
- Communication and Media Design
- Content Creation and Storytelling
- Immersive Media and Exhibition Design
Further study opportunities in Austria and abroad
Master programmes at FHV:
Admission, application and recognition
The Bachelor’s programme InterMedia requires one of the following qualifications or competencies:
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General university entrance qualification, or
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Relevant professional qualification with supplementary examinations
A relevant professional qualification for this programme includes the completion of any apprenticeship, vocational secondary school, commercial school, or their international equivalents, with a training duration of at least three years, or a comparable vocational qualification in terms of scope and requirements, provided that the curriculum includes creative, economic, or technical components.
The relevance of the qualification is determined by the programme director. Applicants with a relevant professional qualification must successfully complete the supplementary examinations at FHV.
For admission, proof of language proficiency at level B2 in both German and English (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) is required.
The application deadlines at the FHV are divided as follows:
Application deadline I 15th November - 1st March
By applying by March 1st, you will benefit from a faster confirmation of your study place
Application deadline II until 31st May
You can apply for all degree programmes until 31st May.
Application deadline III until 15th August
Some degree programmes still have a few places available until 15th August.
Note: The ultimate application deadline for all applications sent from third countries (non EU or non-EEA, with the exception of Switzerland) is 1st March.
Two steps to your dream degree at:
Step 1:
Profound review of your application documents, in particular evaluation of your motivation letter as well as your Curriculum Vitae.
Step 2:
In a personal admission interview, we get to know more about you, your goals, and your motivation for your studies.
Tip: Prepare for the interview!
You can expect the following questions:
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Why do you want to study? Why did you choose to apply for a (design) degree at FHV?
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What do you expect from your studies? What do you know about the structure of the InterMedia programme?
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Which subject areas are interesting for you – beyond design?
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Why are you interested in design, and how do you define it?
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Can you give an example of what makes a successful piece of design?
Your preparation for the degree programme:
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How have you prepared for your studies?
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Can you support your preparation with examples of your own work?
We will also take the following into account:
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Relevant prior knowledge or experience
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Admission requirements and professional background (e.g. relevant school qualifications, work experience such as an apprenticeship, internship, job, or personal interest in design)
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Your own work, which you should definitely bring to the interview
Proven academic achievements that have been completed in master's degree programmes at colleges and universities can be recognized on an individual basis for individual courses or modules. The decision on recognition lies with the programme director.
Why FHV?
Practice-oriented
Combining theory and practice from day one
Personal
Small study groups and individual support
Interdisciplinary
Developing solutions together across disciplines
International
100+ partner universities and membership of RUN-EU ▷ More
Future Skills
Combining subject knowledge with essential future skills ▷ More
Frequently asked questions
Students may undertake work alongside their studies, subject to their timetable.
Lectures and examinations usually take place from Monday to Friday between 8.00 am and 5.00 pm.
Study abroad:
- A semester abroad is possible in the 4th semester
- Short-term stays abroad are possible, e.g. as part of the RUN-EU programme
Work placement:
- Compulsory work placement (at least 10 weeks) between the 4th and 5th semesters
- successfully completed all modules in the curriculum (in accordance with the examination regulations and the grading system)
- received a pass for the Bachelor’s thesis
Upon successful completion of the degree programme, you will be awarded the academic degree of Bachelor of Arts in Arts & Design (BA).
- Level of the degree according to the national and European qualifications framework: Bachelor (1st cycle)
- Field of study according to ISCED-F code: 0219 - Arts
Do you still have questions about the study programme?
For a personal consultation, please contact us directly:
| Monday - Friday | 8:30 - 11:45 am |
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