Universität Innsbruck is part of a global network of over 350 partner universities and actively engages in cross-border research and teaching cooperation. As a member of the European University Alliance Aurora, it plays an active role in transnational alliances of higher education institutions that are paving the way towards the universities of the future.
Universität Innsbruck is an open-minded institution that embraces international exchange across all areas of university life and for all members of the university community. The unit for International Affairs serves as the central hub for establishing, fostering, and further developing this culture at the university.
In addition to promoting the internationalization of the University of Innsbruck and establishing and maintaining international collaborations and partnerships, the International Affairs are also responsible for supporting students and staff with all matters related to international activities. We provide advice on study and exchange programs, internships abroad, and financial funding opportunities available to you.
At a glance
International Profile
Internationalisation in all its facets at the University of Innsbruck
AURORA
From Reykjavik to Naples: As part of the Aurora European University Alliance
International Relations Office
Central contact point for international mobility and partnerships
About us: International Affairs
The International Affairs team - all contacts at a glance
Current offers & calls
Outgoing Stipendienprogramme des OeAD 2026/27 - Overview of outgoing programmes worldwide and current application deadlines.
Austrian Fulbright Scholar Program; Research Grant for Austrian Faculty and Researchers - Deadline: 30.10.2026.
Current calls for scholarships by the Institut français d’Autriche
Events
28.08.2026, 18:30 Uhr
Panel & Fishbowl Discussion: "Career Development: Future Skills in the EUREGIO Labour Market"
21.09.2026 – 22.09.2026
Informationsveranstaltung: "Informiert ins Studium"
12.10.2026 – 23.10.2026
International Days 2026: Together. International.
NEWS International Affairs
Panel & Fishbowl Discussion: "Career Development: Future Skills in the Euregio Labour Market"
Join us on 28 August 2026, as part of the European Forum Alpbach, for an engaging discussion on the future skills needed in the Euregio labour market, bringing together perspectives from higher education, vocational education and training, and professional practice.
For 50 Years: From New Orleans to the Alps
Since 1976, students from the United States have come to the University of Innsbruck every summer to spend several weeks studying there. Over the years, the programme has developed into a close partnership between the University of Innsbruck and the University of New Orleans, which also led to a sister-city partnership in 1995.
Culturethèque: Access to over 400,000 French-language resources
The French Institute in Austria offers Austrian universities access to Culturethèque, a digital platform providing more than 400,000 French-language resources. Students and staff of the University of Innsbruck can register by email to access the platform.
Aurora Annual Conference 2026 in Duisburg-Essen
The Aurora Annual Conference 2026 at the University of Duisburg-Essen brought together participants from across Europe to discuss the future of the alliance. In its anniversary year, the focus was on strengthening collaboration in research, teaching, and societal engagement.
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Seit 50 Jahren: Von New Orleans in die Alpen
Seit 1976 kommen jeden Sommer US-amerikanische Studierende für mehrere Wochen an die Universität Innsbruck. Aus dem Programm ist eine enge Partnerschaft zwischen der Universität Innsbruck und der University of New Orleans entstanden, die 1995 auch in eine Städtepartnerschaft mündete. In dieser Woche kehrten Alumni, Lehrende und Mitarbeitende nach Innsbruck zurück, um Erinnerungen aufleben zu lassen und die Partnerschaft zu feiern.
Universität Innsbruck vernetzt sich in Hongkong
Zur Vertiefung der Partnerschaften im asiatisch-pazifischen Raum hat die Universität Innsbruck, vertreten durch die Internationalen Angelegenheiten, vor kurzem an der Jahreskonferenz der Asia-Pacific Association for International Education (APAIE) teilgenommen. Diese fand von 23.-27.2. in Hongkong statt und bot vielfältige Möglichkeiten zum Austausch und Vor-Ort-Besuchen bei Partneruniversitäten.
University of Alberta: Bewerbung für Faculty Exchange bis 15. März
Die Universität Innsbruck und die University of Alberta setzen ihre enge Zusammenarbeit fort und stärken den internationalen Austausch auf beiden Seiten. Am 18. Februar war die Professorin Dominique Reill zu Gast an der Universität Innsbruck. Eine aktuelle Ausschreibung für ein Faculty-Exchange-Programm läuft noch bis 15. März.
Meilenstein für Europäischen Bildungsraum
Mit dem gemeinsamen Angebot des Microcredentials Understanding Europe setzen die Universitäten Innsbruck und Duisburg-Essen einen zentralen Meilenstein für die Weiterentwicklung des Europäischen Bildungsraums. Es richtet sich an Bachelorstudierende aller Disziplinen und steht Studierenden aller Aurora-Partneruniversitäten offen.
Quicklinks
Welcome Service Admission Department
Ministry for European and International Affairs
Language Centre European Commission : Erasmus+
OeAD Erasmus Student Network Innsbruck (ESN)
Campustour
Contact
International Affairs
Palais Claudiana
Herzog-Friedrich-Straße 3
6020 Innsbruck
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