University of Innsbruck
We build bridges to the future. Since 1669
The University of Innsbruck is the largest and most important research and educational institution in western Austria. As a public university, it offers free access to higher education and is open to students from all over the world. Located right in the heart of the Alps, it combines excellent science with a unique living and study environment. The University of Innsbruck combines academic excellence, international openness and an open academic community that creates knowledge and shapes the future.
Study
The University of Innsbruck offers optimal study conditions for students,
who are looking for academic depth, international perspectives and an inspiring environment.
Study internationally. Excellent research.
Live in the heart of the Alps.
- 28,000 students from over 100 countries
- Broad range of study programmes from architecture to Zoology
- English-language Master's & PhD programmes including Physics, Computer Science, Life Sciences, Climate Research, Economics and Political Sciences
- Over 300 international Partner universities and Exchange programmes
- Personalised support through teaching in small groups
- Minors and interdisciplinary programmes enable individual study paths
- Unique campus Urban university life in the heart of the Alps
Research
The University of Innsbruck combines academic breadth, interdisciplinary strength and international excellence -
and thus creates ideal conditions for sustainable top-level research.
Excellent research. Internationally networked. Austria's only comprehensive university.
- Broad research landscape across all scientific disciplines
- High scientific quality with international visibility
- Third-party funds from national, European and international programmes
- International networking with a high proportion of co-authors from all over the world
- Visibility in international research rankings across many disciplines
- Targeted promotion of young talent and good framework conditions for researchers in early career phases
Knowledge transfer
The University of Innsbruck understands Third Mission as an active responsibility to share
knowledge effectively and to help shape social development.
Sharing knowledge. Enabling innovation. Shaping society.
- Intensive knowledge transfer in business and society
- Targeted promotion of Spin-offs and entrepreneurship
- Extensive alumni network with national and international reach
- Established outreach formats such as Young Uni and Pop-up University
- PEAK outreach programme with a focus on climate, biodiversity and sustainability
- Diverse University continuing education for different professional fields of practice
- Support group 1669 as a bridge between university and society