The University of Salzburg boasts six faculties with 34 departments and around 90 degree programmes in digital and analytical, natural and life sciences, social sciences and cultural studies, law and economics, and theology. Almost 18,000 students are enrolled in bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes here.
Founded in 1622 by Prince Archbishop Paris Lodron and re-established in 1962, today the University of Salzburg is the largest educational institution in Salzburg.
In order to get the best out of your time in Salzburg, you are likely to consider other factors such as suitable accommodation, various food and sports options, interesting part-time jobs, and exciting events as well. We also support students with parenting responsibilities.
If you are one of our graduates but feel you don’t want to leave student life behind just yet, join our Alumni Club.
The University of Salzburg is a research institution well established in both local and international networks. It is a high-profile institution boasting a diverse subject offer. Around 2,000 academics are responsible for shaping this profile through their excellent research work at the University of Salzburg.
Research-based teaching is one of the trademarks of the University of Salzburg. It combines the versatile research services with an excellent teaching offer for all students.
From the wide range of degree programmes to student services, important semester dates to studying abroad: you can find all the important information about studying at the PLUS here.
The taster offers for prospective students, “Studieren Probieren” and “Studieren Recherchieren”, allow secondary school leavers to find out more about entry procedures and preparations for university life.
Computer Science at the University of Salzburg in a Personal Retrospective
The last (DAS) lecture of the year! Helge Hagenauer will give a personal review of the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in Computer Science at the University of Salzburg – as well as his experiences in the field of computer science. All interested parties are cordially invited! It starts at 3 p.m. in the Christian Doppler Lecture Hall.
Cybersecurity research from Salzburg in the focus of the daily newspaper Der Standard
In this article, Prof. Simos discusses his research on securing critical digital infrastructures, the role of combinatorial testing methods, and the societal challenges in the context of blackout risks and networked systems.
New CIVIS Online Course: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Sustainable Mobility
Applications are now open for a new CIVIS course exploring one of the most urgent global challenges of our time: how to move people and goods in ways that are fair, efficient, and environmentally sustainable.