University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria
Bachelor's degree in Green Science
Wels, Austria
BSc
DURATION
6 semesters
LANGUAGES
German, English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 3,888 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* application deadline for Non-EU-Applicants: https://fh-ooe.at/en/application-admission/application
** for the first year | EUR 726: for every additional semester
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Key Summary
About: The Green Science programme at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria (founded 1994) offers an English-taught BSc (Engineering) for students without German. It blends agriculture, biotechnology, environmental and food technology, nutrition and management on a solid natural-science and engineering foundation. The university has four faculties, 70+ programmes, ~6,000 students and ~27,000 alumni and prepares graduates for jobs across Europe and beyond.
Career Outcomes:
Potential careers: agricultural engineer, biotechnologist, environmental consultant, food technologist, nutrition analyst, process engineer, QA specialist, research assistant, sustainability officer, product or project manager in agri-food, regulatory affairs, technical sales, supply-chain and environmental monitoring roles.
Agriculture - Biotechnology - Environment - Food - Management - Nutrition
In our internationally accessible degree programs "Agricultural Technology and Management", "Bio and Environmental Technology", "Food Technology and Nutrition" you will become part of the solution with employment opportunities in Europe and beyond. The Green Science program offers students without German language skills the opportunity to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc) at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria. The Green Science program builds on a solid natural science foundation with indepth knowledge of many aspects of engineeringand technology.
Key Facts
- Mode of Study: Full-time
- Degree: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc)
- Admission Process: 1.Step: Start your application, 2.Step: Formal check of prerequisites, 3.Step: Online admission interview
- Language of Tuition: English, German
- ECTS: 180
- Access Requirements: High school leaving certificate or equivalent, English language certificate B2 (TOEFL, IELTS), CV, Letter of Motivation
- Costs: Our university is publicly funded. Only a contribution to our running costs is collected from students: EUR 3.888,- for the first year. EUR 726,- for every additional semester (reduced by 50% for EU citizens)
- Internship: minimum 10 weeks in Austria or abroad
- Deadline for Applications: 30.06
- Excellence in Applied Research
The University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria is Austria’s leading university of applied sciences in research – with over 440 dedicated researchers and an annual research budget of approximately €21 million, it sets benchmarks in applied science. - Strong Industry Connections
With partnerships involving more than 630 companies and organizations, the FH Upper Austria offers practice-oriented degree programs that are closely aligned with labor market needs – including internships, project work, and direct industry engagement. - Globally Connected and Internationally Oriented
Through a network of over 250 partner universities worldwide, diverse exchange programs, and English-taught degree programs, the FH Upper Austria promotes global perspectives and international career opportunities. - Practice-Based Teaching with Real-World Impact
Experienced lecturers, real case studies, and hands-on projects ensure a close link between theory and practice – students learn in a way that is both application-oriented and business-relevant. - Personalized Study Experience with Flexible Formats
Small class sizes, fixed schedules, and flexible study formats – whether full-time, part-time, or dual – allow for individual support, reliable planning, and excellent compatibility with work and personal life.