Industrial Engineering and Management (WING)
The Bachelor's degree programme in Industrial Engineering provides you with a comprehensive, practice-oriented education in technology, business, and personal development. You will learn how technological progress, economic success, and social change interact. As an industrial engineer, you will coordinate key interfaces between technology, industries, and business models, tackling complex challenges with confidence.
This degree prepares you for a successful career in a dynamic, intercultural environment. Upon graduation, you will be well equipped to take on a key role at the intersection of engineering and business, making a sustainable impact in the corporate world.
The Industrial Engineering programme is offered on a part-time basis, with around 15 study places available in a dual-study format.
The degree progamme Industrial Engeneering and Management in detail
| Designation | Industrial Engineering and Management (WING) | ||
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| Level of the degree according to the national and European Qualifications Framework |
Bachelor (1st cycle) | ||
| Qualification awarded | Bachelor of Science in Engineering, BSc | ||
| Field of study according to ISCED-F code | 0718 - Inter-disciplinary engineering and management | ||
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Study places |
54, of which a maximum of 15 study places per year in the dual study model | ||
| Mode of study | Part-time studies | ||
| Length of programme (standard period of study) | 6 semesters | ||
| Number of credits | 180 ECTS | ||
| Semester dates | Friday 2:00 pm to 9:30 pm, Saturday all day, plus five days of attendance during the week per semester. In the 2nd academic year, Fridays from 1:00 p.m. on a case-by-case basis for study trip preparation and 12 calendar days for the study trip. |
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| Languages of instruction | German, individual courses in English | ||
| Mobility window |
Committed Study trip (currently to India or South Africa, 2 weeks) possible after 3rd or 4th semester or semester abroad in 4th semester |
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| Professional practical training | Only for non-subject professionals: 6 weeks each in the 5th and 6th semesters |
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| Academic calendar | To academic calendar | ||
| Examination regulations and grading scale | To examination regulations and the grading scale | ||
| Final examination | Final bachelor's oral examination | ||
| Cost |
Currently no tuition fees, obligatory ÖH fee |
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| Start of studies | September | ||
| Specific admission requirements | General university entrance qualification or equivalent See admission requirements |
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| Application | Apply now |
Solid foundation and individual focus
Through integrative and interdisciplinary courses, the programme combines technical, business, and personal development content.
The degree lasts a total of six semesters. The first four semesters focus on subject-specific and methodological fundamentals.
After the 3rd or 4th semester, you will enhance your intercultural communication skills through a study trip abroad (minimum duration: two weeks).
In the final year of study, you can specialise in your chosen area of focus: Sustainable Product Management, Supply Chain Management, or Digital Construction Process Management. By freely selecting topics in the Interdisciplinarity module, you further develop your individual skills profile.
Study contents / Curriculum
The 180 ECTS credits are distributed across six semesters and include compulsory modules, elective specialisations, and the bachelor's thesis.
Elective specialisation: At the end of the 4th semester, you choose between the elective modules Sustainable Product Management, Resilient Supply Chain Management, and Digital Construction and Process Management.
Individual competencies: Part-time students select one “individual elective” (FLEX elective) per semester (excluding semester 5) from a catalogue of options. It is also possible to take multiple FLEX electives in a single semester. A total of 10 ECTS credits from the Individual Competencies area must be completed over the duration of the programme.
ECTS: Credits awarded according to the European Credit Transfer System. In line with international standards, a total of 180 ECTS credits must be earned over six semesters.
Course content in detail
E | Elective course
ECTS: Performance points according to the "European Credit Transfer System". According to international standards, 180 ECTS points must be earned over 6 semesters.
Career opportunities after graduation
Upon completing the Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, you will have developed the technical, business, and interpersonal skills needed to solve entrepreneurial challenges from a holistic perspective. These competencies open up a wide range of career opportunities, which you can take on in a leadership role – for example, in logistics, technical sales/product management, construction management, or management consulting.
The degree also qualifies you to pursue a Master's programme at a university of applied sciences or a traditional university, either in Austria or abroad. At FHV, we offer Master's programmes in Computer Science, Business Informatics, and Business Administration.
Building on this, a doctoral or PhD programme at a university is also possible.
- Project Manager: Responsible for leading and coordinating projects across various fields, from product development to IT projects.
- Change Manager: Supports organisational change processes and ensures the efficient implementation of transformation strategies.
- Process and Organisation Consultant: Analyses and optimises business processes and organisational structures to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Supply Chain Manager: Oversees and improves the entire supply chain, from procurement to delivery.
- Production Planner: Plans and manages production processes to make optimal use of resources and meet delivery deadlines.
- Product Manager for Sustainable Products: Develops and manages sustainable products throughout their entire life cycle.
- Marketing Manager for Sustainable Products: Designs and implements marketing strategies to promote sustainable products.
- Construction Project Manager: Manages construction projects, coordinating timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure timely completion.
- Process Manager in Construction: Optimises and digitalises construction processes to increase efficiency and integrate innovative solutions.
Voices about the study programme
Why study Industrial Engineering and Management at FHV?
- In integrative and interdisciplinary courses, the programme combines technical, business, and personal development content.
- You can choose an individual specialisation: Sustainable Product Management, Resilient Supply Chain Management, or Digital Construction and Process Management.
- A compulsory international study experience strengthens your intercultural communication skills.
- An innovative learning environment featuring simulations and blended learning helps you develop strong technical and methodological competencies.
- Clear timelines and a well-structured course design support the balance between work, study, and family life.
- Building a regional network of industry contacts and peers fosters exchange, broadens perspectives, and supports career progression.
- Lecturers from leading companies in the field bring valuable real-world insights into the classroom.
WINGDual students benefit from a three-year combination of academic degree, substantial professional experience, and attractive earnings.
Admission and Application
The Bachelor's degree programme in Industrial Engineering requires the following qualifications or competencies:
General university entrance qualification:
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Austrian school leaving certificate (Reifeprüfungszeugnis or Berufsreifeprüfungszeugnis), or
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A relevant university entrance qualification certificate (Studienberechtigungszeugnis), or
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An equivalent foreign certificate (e.g. German Abitur), or
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Proof of completion of a minimum three-year degree at a recognised domestic or international post-secondary institution, or
Relevant vocational qualification with additional entrance examinations:
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Completed intermediate vocational school (minimum 3 years), or
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Completed dual vocational training (relevant Austrian apprenticeship), or
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German Fachhochschulreife or Swiss Berufsmaturität
The relevance of the vocational qualification is determined by the programme director. Applicants with relevant vocational training are required to successfully complete additional entrance examinations at FHV. Further information on alternative entry routes without the Austrian Matura can be found here.
Language Requirements:
B2-level proficiency in both German and English, in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Further information is available here.
The WING programme is aimed at:
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Applicants with a technical background and relevant professional experience
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Applicants without prior work experience – in this case, you can opt for the dual study model
Applications open from 15 November via our online application portal:
FHV's application periods are structured as follows:
Application Period I: 15 November – 1 March
Apply by 1 March to benefit from an early admission decision.
Application Period II: until 31 May
You can apply for all study programmes regularly until 31 May.
Application Period III: until 31 August
Some programmes may still offer individual places until 31 August.
Important information:
The application deadline for applicants from third countries (non-EU/non-EEA, except Switzerland) is 1 March.
Required documents for your application:
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Letter of motivation
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CV in tabular form
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School leaving certificate (e.g. A-levels, Matura, or equivalent)
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Passport or national ID card
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Recent portrait photo
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Proof of language proficiency
If some certificates or exam results are not yet available at the time of your application, you may submit them later.
Two steps to your desired degree at FHV:
Step 1:
Assessment of your complete application documents, your prior education, and relevant experience.
Step 2:
In a personal interview, we get to know you better – your goals, your motivation, and your reasons for choosing this degree programme.
In parallel to your application at FHV, you also apply to a partner company to secure your training position.
Special Provisions: If you hold a qualification from a higher vocational secondary school (e.g. HTL, HAK), certain courses may be individually credited towards your degree. Details will be discussed with the programme director during a personal consultation.
General Regulations on the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Do you have any further questions regarding your studies?
Please feel free to contact the team directly for personalised advice.
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