Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS) announces the TECH Scholarship for exceptional Master’s students from Europe, South America, and Mexico. Four awards of 8,400 euros each provide monthly stipends, part-time jobs, and free German courses to support studies in Engineering & IT programs.
Eligibility for the Carinthia University of Applied Sciences TECH Scholarship requires applicants to hold an excellent Bachelor’s degree without a prior Master’s, possess nationality from specified countries in Europe, South America, or Mexico, and have no Austrian citizenship or residence at application time.
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( votes)Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS), also known as FH Kärnten, is a leading Austrian institution founded in 1995. The university excels in small class sizes, international partnerships with over 160 institutions, and research via four centers and 19 groups, including UNESCO initiatives.
Application Deadline: 15th May 2026
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS | FH Kärnten)
- Department: Engineering & IT (various programs)
- Course Level: Master’s
- Award: 8,400 euros (EUR 700 monthly for semesters 1-2; part-time employment up to 20 hours/week in semesters 3-4 at partner companies or CUAS research; free German language course)
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 4
- Nationality: Europe, South America, Mexico (specific countries listed in official guidelines)
- The award can be taken in: Austria
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Citizens from Europe, South America, and Mexico (per official country list).
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship supports the following Master’s programs:
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Applied Data Science
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Civil Engineering (Bauingenieurwesen)
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Communication Engineering
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Industrial Power Electronics
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Industrial Engineering & Management
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Integrated Systems & Circuits Design
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Light-Weight Engineering (Maschinenbau / Leichtbau)
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Medical Engineering & Analytics (on-site presence required for high-flex program)
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Electrical Energy & Mobility Systems
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Systems Design
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet all the following:
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Hold an excellent Bachelor’s degree.
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Have no prior residence in Austria at application time.
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Possess no Austrian citizenship.
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Gain admission to one of the listed Master’s programs.
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Be a Bachelor’s graduate without a prior Master’s degree.
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Commit to full tuition fee payment (including ÖH contribution) by mid-January 2026.
How to Apply
To be eligible for this award, applicants must submit application for CUAS Master’s program first. Eligible candidates receive an email with a scholarship link. Deadline: 15 May 2026. Notifications by end of June 2026. Scholarship holders must adhere to training and study regulations.
Benefits
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Financial stipend: EUR 700/month for first two semesters (total 8,400 euros potential).
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Part-time job opportunities in semesters 3-4.
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Free German language courses (beginner and immersion) for career enhancement.
