Overview

The Bachelor’s programme Media Technology and Design focuses on the intersection of creativity and technology. Students gain skills in areas such as generative AI, web and game development, UX design, and audio-visual production.

The programme combines technical knowledge with creative design and hands-on projects, preparing students for careers in the fast-evolving digital media industry. With access to modern tools and industry-relevant technologies, students learn how to create digital content, develop applications, and design user-centered experiences.

Graduates are well prepared for roles in media production, web and software development, game design, and digital innovation across various industries.

Programme Structure

Web development and web design
Software development and AI fundamentals
Game development and interactive media
Audio-visual media production
UX design, visual design, and data visualization
Generative AI and creative technologies
Algorithms and programming basics
Digital media and content creation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hagenberg im Mühlkreis, Austria

Disciplines

Design User Experience Design Computer Sciences

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Academic requirements

According to Austrian law, all courses must be graded at least at 50% of the possible marks. Degrees with one or more subjects passed below 50% cannot be considered equal and the application will be rejected. Your GPA must be at least above 50% of the maximum score. In certain cases, a higher GPA is required.

English requirements

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78

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

General university entrance qualification, preparatory course for university acceptance or study preparatory programme at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria.Sound knowledge of English (B2 level), plus interest in IT and technology, interest in culture, creativity and ability to abstract.

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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

727 EUR / year

≈ 727 EUR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

364 EUR / year

≈ 364 EUR / year

Additional Details

+ The student union fee to the Austrian Students' Union (ÖH)

Living costs

Hagenberg im Mühlkreis

Austria

800 - 1200 EUR / month

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

Funding

We offer a merit-based scholarship for international students as of the 2nd semester. For further information please look at our FAQ´s on the university website.

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Overview

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

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Hagenberg im Mühlkreis

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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