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... since 1669! Founded over 350 years ago, the University of Innsbruck today is the most important research and educational institution in western Austria, offering a wide range of programmes across all disciplines. Located in the heart of the Alps, it offers 28,000 students and 5,500 employees the best conditions.
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Get a taste of campus life
Would you like to gain an insight into the history of the University of Innsbruck and current student life? Then come to the guided campus tour at Campus Innrain.
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10 reasons to study at the University of Innsbruck
There are many good reasons to study at the University of Innsbruck. Innsbruck also has a lot to offer.
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Science Fund FWF
New research network for Neo-Latin studies
The University of Innsbruck plays a leading international role in the study of Neo-Latin literature. This focus will now be further strengthened with the approval of a special research area for Neo-Latin Studies by the Austrian Science Fund FWF. Around 3.9 million euros will be available for the new research network over the next four years.
Atmospheric Sciences
Meteorological Measurement Campaign Launched
The international research consortium TEAMx is set to conduct a large-scale meteorological measurement campaign in the Inn and Adige valleys, as well as the German Alpine foothills, during 2024/25. The campaign aims to gather comprehensive data to improve the understanding of air exchange processes over mountainous regions. Scientific coordination is being led by the Department of Atmospheric and Cryospheric Sciences, where a recent kick-off meeting marked the start of the initiative.
Quantum Physics
Complex atoms in optical tweezers
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Campusluft schnuppern
The Innrain campus can be discovered as part of a public guided tour (in German). Interested parties can gain exciting insights: from the historical beginnings to current study opportunities, the tour offers a wide range of information. The tour invites you to get to know the diversity of the largest university in western Austria.
Research
Mountain Regions
We collect knowledge for the development of habitats and natural areas in mountains worldwide.
Biosciences
We drive forward biomolecular and biomedical developments.
Digital Science
We are driving digitalisation in research.
Materials and nanosciences
We utilise the synergies between physics, chemistry, earth sciences, pharmaceutics and civil engineering.
Cultures
We ask questions about cultural dynamics and transformations.
Physics
We explore the workings of nature - from elementary particles to galaxies.
Scientific Computing
We contribute to solving complex, data-intensive problems in all scientific fields.
Economy, Politics & Society
Together, we get to the bottom of the big questions facing society across disciplinary boundaries.
Gender Studies
We research, theorize and deconstruct gender and gender relations.
Shaping the future
Many people have found their calling in research, teaching or administration at the University of Innsbruck. Join us in shaping the future and work in an international, diverse and family-friendly working environment. As an employee of the University of Innsbruck, you will also benefit from numerous benefits, such as
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