University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria
Master's degree in Interactive Media
Hagenberg, Austria
MSc
DURATION
4 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 363 / per semester **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* application deadline for Non-EU-Applicants: https://fh-ooe.at/en/application-admission/application
** for EU / EEA citizens
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Key Summary
About: The Master's in Interactive Media covers interactive technologies and computer games. It prepares students to develop technologies and deliver media projects through specialized coursework and a project-based component enabling individual focus. The program builds communication skills and problem-solving for engineering interaction at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into roles such as game developer, interaction designer, UX/UI designer, media producer, technical director, researcher in interactive systems, product manager, digital content strategist. They find work at studios, tech firms, media agencies, research labs, and startups, focusing on design, programming, project leadership, and user experience teams.
Expertise in Interactive Technologies, Computer Games, and Online Media
Our Interactive Media program focuses on preparing graduates for challenging roles in the development of innovative technologies and the production of complex projects in the ever evolving media industry. The graduate program features both a broad selection of specialised courses in the field of Interactive Media and a substantial project-based component that enables students to develop their own individual focus. In addition to providing a solid industry-oriented education, the program seeks to hone students’ communication skills and refine their systematic approaches to problem-solving andengineering for interaction.
Key Facts
- Mode of Study: Full Time
- Degree: Master of Science in Engineering (MSc)
- Admission Process: Interview
- Language of Tuition: English
- Duration: 4 semesters
- ECTS: 120
- Access Requirements: Completion of at least a 6 semester specialised relevant Bachelor’s degree, or comparable higher education at university level
- Semester abroad: Flexible curriculum allows students to study at one of our partner universities.
- Costs: EU/EEA citizens: 363.36 EUR per semester (plus Austrian Student Union fee).
- Application Deadline: 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.