frequently asked questions

It is an interdisciplinary program at the intersection of architecture, art, design, and media. It explores space in a broad and dynamic sense—social, cultural, political, medial, virtual, and ecological.

You can study for a Bachelor of Arts (BA), which takes 6 semesters (180 ECTS),
or a Master of Arts (MA), which takes 4 semesters (120 ECTS). 

Students acquire fundamental skills in spatial and design-related project development, with emphasis on conceptual work, material experimentation, prototyping, digital media, and individual artistic positions. 

The program begins with a 2-semester orientation phase, followed by 4 semesters of integrated project studies. It combines project-based artistic work with theoretical, technical, and interdisciplinary modules. 

Students develop advanced artistic and professional skills in spatial project development. The focus is on critical and innovative problem-solving, interdisciplinary project work, and preparation for doctoral studies.

The program is modular and includes:

- Central artistic subject (raum&designstrategien) 
- Transdisciplinary thematic platforms 
- Project workshops and theory modules 
- Complementary courses (theory, excursions, electives) 
- A Master thesis (project + written theoretical part) 

General interest in art, design, and spatial thinking 
Motivation and curiosity for artistic research

 

You need a completed Bachelor in raum&designstrategien or an equivalent degree (minimum 6 semesters), plus a successful admission exam. 

Results are usually announced approximately one week after the interview. If necessary, applicants will be informed if the process takes longer

Yes! We offer a free 30-minute online consultation for questions about your portfolio or the entrance exam. Dates (April/May) are published online. Register via email: strategies.office@kunstuni-linz.at 

Many courses are taught in English. International students must provide proof of German (B1) by the beginning of the 3rd semester.

Yes. In this case, English proficiency at level B2 must be proven before starting your studies.

Options include:

- Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU) – German courses 
- BFI (Berufsförderungsinstitut) 
- WIFI OÖ 
- Volkshochschule Linz – Wissensturm 

Non-EU/EEA citizens: €726.72 per semester 
Extraordinary students: €363.36 from the 3rd semester 
Regular students who study more than 2 semesters longer than prescribed: €363.36 per semester 

ustrian, EU, EEA (Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein), and Swiss citizens, as long as they complete their studies within the standard duration + 2 semesters. 

No, the program requires around 30–40 hours per week for classes and projects.

All applicants who pass the entrance examination confirming their artistic aptitude. 

Lectures, seminars, project workshops, studios, excursions, working groups, and individual supervision.

Through continuous performance assessment, participation, and/or final exams. Grades range from 1 (very good) to 5 (fail). Some courses (excursions, thesis supervision) are graded successfully participated / not successfully participated.

Department of space&designstrategies 
Hauptplatz 6, 4020 Linz, Austria 

Contact person: Gertraud Kliment (Department Secretary) 
Mon–Thu: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. 

✉️ strategies.office@kunstuni-linz.at 
📞 +43 732 7898 3393 
📠 +43 732 7898 83393 

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