Johannes Kepler University Linz

In the fall of 1954 gradual attempts began to propose and create a "new kind of university" focusing on social sciences, economics and business. To this end, a separate board of trustees was founded in March 1959 and the Linz University Fund was established three years later. The "Linzer Hochschule" was legally established in 1962.

Those who have much to offer support diversity. And we think that's a good thing. That is why the JKU offers over 60 different academic degree programs in a variety of subject areas.

Whether it be medicine, humanities, social studies or law, whether it be engineering, natural sciences, social or economic sciences - whether a Bachelor's or a Master's degree, a Ph.D. or a Diploma degree. Finding your favorite degree program at the JKU is easy - simply because we offer so many possibilities.  

Broadly based research at the JKU's four faculties and active exchange, and collaboration with internationally renowned colleagues in science and academia ensures that the JKU can meet the needs of society and the local business community. The JKU collaborates with some of the world's top-rated universities, and with many large and small, local and international companies.

Upper Austria is one of Austria's strongest economic states; a center of industry that is the perfect place for students as exports produced here annually are worth billions.  The advantageous conditions facilitate numerous research projects in cooperation with industrial partners so you can practice what you have learned during your studies and make important contacts.