Overview

The first semester of the Bachelor Program in Architecture at Academy of Fine Arts Vienna is an introductory phase familiarizing students with all five platforms. In the following five semesters, the fields of knowledge and potentials pertaining to the five platforms are developed and discussed in detail.

Careers

The program provides an extensive and straightforward grounding into the roles, practices and responsibilities of architects. The Bachelor’s Program in Architecture explains the field of architecture in such a way that it can serve as the basis for further studies and professional training. On the basis of this program, graduates will have a range of skills and knowledge enabling them to make informed decisions about their professional goals. Completion of the Bachelor’s Program in Architecture entitles students to apply for admission to the Master’s Program in Architecture or a Master’s program in related fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Analogue Digital Production

Construction Material Technology

Ecology, Sustainability, Cultural Heritage

History, Theory and Criticism

Geography, Landscapes, Cities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-29 00:00:00

Language

English, German

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vienna, Austria

Disciplines

Architecture

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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72

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Registration

Letter of intent (max. one page A4, German or English)

Copy of your Matura certificate (high school graduation certificate)

Proof of German language proficiency – Level B2 (copy)

Proof of English language proficiency – Level B2 (copy)

Portfolio with your work

Personal interview.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1454 EUR / year

≈ 1454 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

726 EUR / year

≈ 726 EUR / year

Additional Details

Living costs

Vienna

Austria

861 - 1331 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Vienna

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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