At TU Wien the language of instruction is German. In order to be admitted to a degree programme you have to submit a proof of German language proficiency (Level C1) of the Common European Framework Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Level A2 CEFR (or higher) language skills upon application

If German was not part of the secondary school-leaving examination, proof of German language skills at least at level A2 CEFR must be provided when applying for admission!

The following certificates are accepted for a period of two years beginning with the examination date:

  • Österreichisches Sprachdiplom - ÖSD certificate A2.
  • Goethe Institut - Goethe certificate A2.
  • telc Deutsch A2.
  • Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz DSD I.
  • Language Competency Examination by a Language Center of a university in EU/EEA area: level A2/2
  • Österreichischer Integrationsfonds (ÖIF) – ÖIF test (A2)

Level C1 CEFR language skills for admission to a degree program

To be admitted to a German-taught degree programme, you must provide evidence of German language proficiency at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

The following certificates are valid for an unlimited time and are accepted as proof of German language skills when applying for admission:

  • School-leaving certificate from a School where the language of instruction is German and all exams are carried out in German. This applies also for Austrian or German schools abroad.
  • Graduation from a study programme of at least 3 years Duration at a University where the teaching language is German.
  • Passing of the supplementary exam German (Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch, Niveau C1) at a University Preparation Programme from an Austrian University.

The following certificates are accepted for a period of three years beginning with the examination date:

  • Österreichisches Sprachdiplom - ÖSD certificate C1 (former: C1 Oberstufe Deutsch).
  • Goethe Institut - Goethe certificate C1.
  • telc Deutsch "C1 Hochschule".
  • Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang DSH2.
  • Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz DSD II - C1.
  • Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache (Test DaF), at least level TDN 4 in all parts.
  • Language Competency Course and Examination by a Language Center of a university in EU/EEA area: level C1/2.

Older certificates will not be accepted. A new examination has to be done.

Further information on the German examination can be found under Additional and Supplementary Examinations.

In this case, the admission letter will stipulate that you must pass the supplementary German language examination ("Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch C1") in order to be admitted to a degree programme as a regular student.

You have the possibility to attend a German course to prepare for the supplementary examination and take the test in German at the University Preparation Program of Vienna Universities, opens an external URL in a new window ("Vorstudienlehrgang der Wiener Universitäten" - VWU). In order to do so, you first have to be admitted as a non-degree student at TU Wien and sign up for a course at the University Preparation Program (VWU).

Upon successful completion of the exam, you will be admitted to TU Wien as a regular student.

NOTE!

Once you have been admitted to the University Preparation Program (VWU) as a non-degree student of TU Wien, you must submit exclusively the German language certificate issued by the University Preparation Program (VWU)!

It is not possible to quit the University Preperation Program (VWU) and pass the German examination elsewhere (e.g. ÖSD certificate). In this case, any other certificate but the one issued by the VWU will not be accepted by TU Wien and it can lead to the loss of your student visa.

You find all relevant information about the University Preparation Programme (tuition fee, registration period etc.) at the homepage of the University Preparation Programmes, opens an external URL in a new window.

In this case you cannot apply for admission at TU Wien.

In this case you cannot apply for admission at TU Wien.

In this case, you have the option of taking the German C1 exam at the University Preparation Program of Vienna Universities "Vorstudienlehrgang der Wiener Universitäten, opens an external URL in a new window" (VWU). You will not be admitted to TU Wien and you do not have to attend the course. You simply register at the VWU for the next examination date and pay the examination fee at the VWU. Once you have passed the exam, you can enrol at TU Wien.

No. In this case you only need a proof of English language proficiency at least at the level B2 CEFR.

Yes, if you do your doctoral programme in German and write the doctoral thesis in German.