Study application
Start your studies at FHV – apply online now
Would you like to study at FHV and want to apply now? On this page, you will find step-by-step instructions on what documents you need, what deadlines apply and how the admission process works.
Step 1 - Apply online for the degree programme of your choice
You will need the following documents in digital form (PDF):
▢ Letter of motivation
▢ Tabular CV
▢ Current portrait photo (JPG)
▢ Passport or ID card
▢ For bachelor's degree programmes: university entrance qualifications (including grades)
- If you have not yet obtained your general university degree: current annual or semester transcript
- If you have relevant professional qualifications: vocational school certificate
▢ For master's degree programmes: bachelor's degree qualifications
▢ Recognised language certificates and certificates in accordance with FHV admission regulations
▢ Proof of professional experience, if applicable
Please note: Application documents for the Master's programme in International Management and Leadership must be submitted in English.
Step 2 - Admission process and allocation of study places
- Your application documents will be used to check your formal eligibility
- If the number of applications exceeds the number of places available, an admission procedure will be carried out. This includes an assessment of your motivation, your CV and your previous professional experience, as well as your previous academic performance (for Bachelor's programmes) or your performance in your previous studies (for Master's programmes).
Details and dates on the admission procedure at FHV can be found on the respective programme pages and by email after your application documents have been reviewed. - In general, the ranking in the admission procedure for the allocation of study places is determined in two parts:
- Part 1: Application documents including professional experience – weighted 40% for the final ranking. Direct approvals after Part 1 are possible.
- Part 2: Structured individual interviews – weighted 60% for the final ranking
Step 3 - Confirmation of the study place
- You will be informed about your admission to the study programme you have applied for after your documents have been reviewed or after you have completed the admission procedure.
- In order to reserve your place on the course, you will be asked to accept the training contract online and to pay the ÖH contribution for compulsory membership of the Austrian National Union of Students at the applicable rate.
- The implementation of a degree programme and the individual specialisations and electives is subject to a minimum number of participants.
Questions about the application process?
The FHV looks forward to receiving your application and is happy to answer any questions you may have about the application process or the courses on offer.
The general application period for degree programmes at FHV begins on 15 November and ends on 31 August of the respective academic year.
Exceptions:
- ‘Health and Nursing Upgrade’ study programme: 1 September 2025 to 20 February 2026
- Applicants from third countries (non-EU or non-EEA, except Switzerland): The application deadline is 1 March
To enrol in a bachelor's programme, you need a general higher education entrance qualification or a relevant professional qualification with additional examinations. A master's programme requires a completed relevant bachelor's degree from a university of applied sciences or an equivalent degree.
You can find the detailed admission requirements on the respective programme page under ‘Admission & Application’ or at ...
You can find the current ÖH contribution and details on the website of the Austrian National Union of Students (ÖH).
Yes, it is possible to apply for several degree programmes at FHV. However, a separate application is required for each degree programme, as the selection and admission procedures are specific to each programme.