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Federal Act on the Organisation of Universities and their Studies (Universities Act 2002 - UG)
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p.002006: Commercial Exploitation of Intellectual Property
p.002006: IV. Part of personnel law
p.002006: Part IV Employment Law
p.002006: Section 107. Announcement and admission Section 107.
p.002006: Advertisement of positions and appointments
p.002006: Section 108. Legal basis of employment relationships Section 108.
p.002006: Legal basis of employment
p.002006: Section 108a. Special legal regulation for members of forensic medicine institutions
p.002006: Section 108a. Special arrangements for members of units of forensic medicine
p.002006: Section 109. Duration of employment relationships Section 109.
p.002006: Term of employment contracts
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p.002006: § 110. Special legal regulations on working hours and rest periods for the scientific and artistic
p.002006: University staff
p.002006: Section 111. Statutory special regulations on work rest for general university staff
p.002006: § 110.Special Arrangements for the Hours of Work and Rest Periods of Scientific and Artistic University Staff
p.002006: § 111.Special Arrangements for the Rest Periods of Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: Section 112. Labor inspection
p.002006: § 112. Labor Inspection
p.002006: Section 113. Extended protection against dismissal and dismissal Section 113.
p.002006: Extended Protection against Dismissal
p.002006: Section 114. Assumption of public office Section 114.
p.002006: Acceptance of public offices
p.002006: Section 115. Pension fund system and company group insurance Section 115. System of
p.002006: Pension Funds and Corporate Collective Insurance
p.002006: V. Part of criminal provisions
p.002006: § 116.
p.002006: § 116.
p.002006: VI. part
p.002006: Real estate, buildings, premises
p.002006: § 117. Use of space
p.002006: § 117. Use of Space
p.002006: Part V Penal Commissions
p.002006: Part VI
p.002006: Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 118. Tenancy rights to objects of BIG and other owners § 118. Tenancy
p.002006: Rights in respect of Properties Owned by BIG and other
p.002006: Owners
p.002006: § 118a. land use plan
p.002006: § 118a. Development plan for buildings
p.002006: § 118b. Real estate management at universities § 118b.
p.002006: Property Management by Universities
p.002006: VII. Part of the Science Council
p.002006: Section 119.
p.002006: Section 119.
p.002006: VIII. Part
p.002006: Transitional and final provisions
p.002006: Section 1 implementation of the new organization
p.002006: Part VII Science Council
p.002006: Part VIII Transitional and Final Provisions
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: Implementation of the New Organizational Structure
p.002006: Section 120. Founding Convention
p.002006: 120th Constituent Convention
p.002006: Section 121. Implementation steps
p.002006: 121. Implementation steps
p.002006: 2. Organization section
p.002006: Chapter 2 organization
p.002006: Section 122. Transfer of university members in accordance with UOG 1993 and KUOG Section 122. Transitional arrangements
p.002006: for University Members under the University
p.002006: Organization Act 1993 and Universities of the Arts Organization Act
p.002006: § 123. Transitional provisions for appointment commissions, habilitation commissions and special
p.002006: habilitation committees
p.002006: § 123. Transitional Arrangements for Appointment Committees, Habilitation Committees and Special Habilitation
p.002006: Committees
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p.002006: institutes or other organizational units) attention shall be paid to combining units in the interests of
p.002006: efficient research (and advancement and appreciation of the arts), teaching, study and administration. The rectorate
p.002006: shall ensure that sufficient resources are allocated to such organizational units to enable them to fulfill their tasks.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall, on the basis of nominations from the university professors of the organizational
p.002006: unit concerned, appoint a person with relevant qualifications - who is employed by the Federal Government and
p.002006: assigned to the university or is employed by the university - as the head of an organizational unit responsible for
p.002006: research and teaching or the advancement and appreciation of the arts and teaching. Such unit heads shall conclude
p.002006: target agreements with the university members assigned to the respective organizational units specifying the services
p.002006: to be rendered by such members in respect of research, the advancement and appreciation
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p.002006: assigned members of the university target agreements on the achievements in research or development and
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as the teaching to be completed by these relatives. It is on
p.002006: the freedom of science and the arts and a corresponding freedom of the individual scientists
p.002006: and scientists and artists in research or in the development and development of the
p.002006: To take care of the arts and teaching. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (5a) The head of an organizational unit with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
p.002006: Development and development of the arts and the teaching of art can be done by the rectorate because of a
p.002006: serious breach of duty, a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability
p.002006: or are recalled from their position due to a loss of trust.
p.002006: (6) Every university has to issue a newsletter and on the Internet on the university's homepage
p.002006: to make it publicly available. In particular, the following must be announced in the newsletter:
p.002006: 1. Statutes, development plan and organizational plan including personnel allocation;
p.002006: of the arts, and teaching. In so doing, they shall have regard for scientific and artistic freedom, and for the need to
p.002006: leave sufficient scope for scientists and artists to pursue their research, artistic and teaching activities. The
p.002006: detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: (5a) The rectorate may dismiss the head of an organizational unit with research and teaching responsibilities or
p.002006: responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching because of severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on
p.002006: reasonable grounds.
p.002006: (6) Every university shall publish a university gazette and provide public access to the same on its website. The
p.002006: university gazette shall, in particular, be used to publish:
p.002006: 1. statute, development plan and an organization plan including the assignments of personnel;
p.002006: 2. opening balance;
p.002006: 2. opening balance sheet;
p.002006: 3. Service agreement immediately after its conclusion, closing of accounts and
p.002006: Knowledge balance immediately after it has been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. performance agreement immediately upon its conclusion, financial statements and intellectual capital
p.002006: report immediately after they have been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 4. Regulations and rules of procedure of organs; 4. decrees enacted by,
p.002006: and rules of procedure of governing bodies;
p.002006: 5. guidelines of the management bodies; 5th
p.002006: directives issued by management bodies:
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 7. Academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for the
p.002006: Graduates of university courses;
p.002006: 8. communications to students and other statements of general interest;
p.002006: 7. academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for graduates of certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education;
p.002006: 8. announcements to students and other announcements of general interest;
p.002006: 9. Announcement and results of elections; 9th
p.002006: advertisements and results of elections;
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p.002006: decides by majority vote, unless otherwise specified in this federal law. This also applies if
p.002006: one or more members leave the university council prematurely or the new one
p.002006: Member or the new members have not yet been elected or appointed or the additional member has not yet
p.002006: has been ordered.
p.002006: university council. The Federal Minister shall, by decree, determine upper limits for the compensation, taking into
p.002006: account in particular the size of the university and the time requirements and workload resulting therefrom, and may
p.002006: determine different upper limits for groups of universities. The compensation shall be published in the university
p.002006: gazette.
p.002006: (12) The university council shall have a quorum when at least half of the number of members stipulated under para 3 are
p.002006: present. Voting by proxy is impermissible. The university council shall resolve by simple majority, except insofar as
p.002006: this act provides otherwise. This shall also apply if one member or several members terminate their
p.002006: membership prematurely or the new member or the new members have not been elected or appointed or the additional member
p.002006: has not been appointed yet.
p.002006: (13) Membership of the University Council ends (13)
p.002006: Membership of the university council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office; 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
p.002006: 2. by waiver;
p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal;
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. through death;
p.002006: 4. death;
p.002006: 5. by the end of the ten-year term. 5th expiry
p.002006: of the ten-year term of office.
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may appoint a member of the University Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function. A dismissal presupposes corresponding decisions of the Senate and the Rectorate,
p.002006: both of which require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The Rectorate, the Chair of the Senate, the Chair of the Working Group for
p.002006: Equality issues and the chairperson of the student body at the
p.002006: University concerned have the right to attend the University Council meetings
p.002006: Agenda items that relate to their area of responsibility. The chairs of the two works councils
p.002006: Pursuant to Section 135 (3), invitations are to be made and each has the right to participate in the meetings
p.002006: to put all items on the agenda as well as to put additional items on the agenda that are associated with the
p.002006: Exercise her function as a works council within the framework of her internal interest awareness competence
p.002006: according to the Labor Constitution Act (ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette No. 22/1974, directly in
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may, by order, dismiss a member of the university council because of severe misconduct,
p.002006: conviction of a criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment. Such dismissal shall be subject
p.002006: to consonant resolutions of the senate and rectorate, in both cases requiring a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The rectorate, the chairperson of the senate, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities and the
p.002006: chairperson of the Austrian Students ’Union at the university in question shall be entitled to a hearing on agenda
p.002006: items relating to their functions at meetings of the university council. The chairpersons of the two employee’s
p.002006: councils under § 135 para 3 shall be invited to all meetings of the university council and shall be
p.002006: entitled to participate in the meetings, to file an application for all agenda items, and to request any
p.002006: additional items to be added to the agenda that are directly related to their duties as employees' councils under the
p.002006: Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974, and that fall within the responsibility of the university council. They
p.002006: shall have the right to vote on these items, but decisions on them shall be subject to a two-thirds majority vote of
p.002006: the members present. The
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p.002006: Are related and fall within the competence of the University Council. You are at these points
p.002006: entitled to vote, whereby decisions in this regard require a two-thirds majority of those present. The
p.002006: A copy of the minutes of the meetings of the
p.002006: University Council to transmit.
p.002006: (16) The Rectorate has given the University Council the personnel and resources required to perform its tasks
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p.002006: 5. Exercise the function of senior manager of all university staff;
p.002006: 4. negotiating and concluding performance agreements with the Federal Minister and informing the university
p.002006: council about the results without delay;
p.002006: 5. acting as the superior of all university staff;
p.002006: 6. (Note: repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) 6. [removed]
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p.002006: 7. Selection decision from nominations for appointment commissions for
p.002006: University professors;
p.002006: 7. selecting professors from shortlists drawn up by the appointments committees;
p.002006: 8. Conducting appointment negotiations; 8th.
p.002006: conducting appointment negotiations;
p.002006: 9. Conclusion of employment and work contracts; 9. concluding
p.002006: employment and service contracts;
p.002006: 10. Granting of powers of attorney in accordance with § 28 Para
p.002006: authorizations according to § 28 para 1.
p.002006: (2) The function of the rector is to be approved by the university council after the approval of the senate, at the latest eight
p.002006: Months before the function is expected to become available or within three months from the date of the
p.002006: Dismissal or withdrawal, to be put out to public tender. Only one person can go to the Rector
p.002006: international experience and the ability to organize and economically manage a university
p.002006: to get voted.
p.002006: (3) The rector is from the University Council based on a three-point proposal by the Senate for
p.002006: choose a term of office of four years. Reelection is permitted.
p.002006: (4) The employment contract and the target agreement with the rector are drawn up by the university council
p.002006: completed.
p.002006: (5) The Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty, one
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The dismissal can be made at the request of the Senate
p.002006: or ex officio by the University Council. In the first case, the simple one is in both organs
p.002006: Majority of all members required; in the second case the decision in the university council requires the
p.002006: Two-thirds majority of all members, the Senate is to be heard. This ends with the effectiveness of the dismissal
p.002006: Rector's employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: (2) The university council shall advertise the post of the rector upon approval by the senate, no later than eight
p.002006: months prior to the expected availability of the post or within three months after dismissal or resignation. only
p.002006: persons with international experience and the necessary abilities to manage a university’s organization and
p.002006: finances may be selected as rector.
p.002006: (3) The rector shall be selected from a shortlist of three candidates proposed by the senate, and shall be
p.002006: appointed for a term of four years. A re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (4) The rector’s employment contract and target agreement shall be concluded with the university council.
p.002006: (5) The university council may dismiss the rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, or
p.002006: mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. Such dismissal may be effected on
p.002006: application of the senate or by the university council acting ex officio. In the former case, a simple majority of
p.002006: all members of both bodies shall be required, and in the latter a resolution of the university council passed by a
p.002006: two-thirds majority of all members, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into effect of the
p.002006: dismissal the employment contract of the rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: selection committee
p.002006: Search Committee
p.002006: § 23a. (1) The rector must be elected no later than four weeks after the advertisement
p.002006: Finding commission set up. The search committee includes the chair of the university council
p.002006: and the chair of the Senate.
p.002006: § 23a. (1) For the election of the rector, a search committee shall be established no more than four weeks after the
p.002006: advertisement of the post. The chairperson of the university council and the chairperson of the senate shall be members
p.002006: of the search committee.
p.002006: (2) The tasks of the Finding Committee are: (2) The search
p.002006: committee shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Review the applications received for the role of rector;
p.002006: 1. examining the applications received for the post of the rector;
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p.002006: 2. Active search for candidates for the role of rector;
p.002006: 3. Preparation of a proposal for the election of the rector to the Senate within a maximum of four
p.002006: Months from the tender. The proposal has the three most suitable for filling the position
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p.002006: Reappointments are permitted.
p.002006: (2) If the acting rector applies for the advertised position, it is
p.002006: or in any case include him in the search commission's proposal.
p.002006: § 23b. (1) If, prior to the advertisement of the post, the rector in office expresses her / his interest in serving in
p.002006: this function for another term, a re-appointment without advertising the post shall be permissible, if both the senate
p.002006: and the university council accept this with a two-thirds majority. Consecutive reappointments shall
p.002006: be permissible.
p.002006: (2) If the rector in office applies for the advertised post, he or she shall be included in the
p.002006: shortlist prepared by the search committee.
p.002006: Vice-Rectors
p.002006: Vice-Rector
p.002006: § 24. (1) The Rector determines the number and the level of employment of the
p.002006: Vice-Rectors. The Senate has the right to comment.
p.002006: § 24. (1) The rector shall determine the number and extent of employment of the vice-rectors. The senate shall be
p.002006: entitled to express an opinion thereon.
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p.002006: (2) The Vice Rectors are from the University Council on the recommendation of the Rector
p.002006: and, after hearing the Senate, to vote for a term of office that corresponds to that of the Rector.
p.002006: Reelection is permitted.
p.002006: (3) If the Rector leaves office before the end of the term of office or is at the time of the
p.002006: If a new rector is not elected at the end of the term, the function ends
p.002006: the Vice-Rectors at the time of taking office on the proposal of the new Rector
p.002006: or the Vice-Rectors elected by the new Rector.
p.002006: (4) A Vice-Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty,
p.002006: a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The Rector can
p.002006: encourage the dismissal of a Vice-Rector from the University Council. The dismissal
p.002006: requires a two-thirds majority of all members of the University Council, the Senate must be heard. With effectiveness
p.002006: The deputy rector's employment relationship with the university ends upon dismissal.
p.002006: (2) The vice-rectors shall be selected by the university council from a shortlist of candidates nominated by the
p.002006: rector, after hearing the opinion of the senate, for a term of office corresponding to that of the rector. A
p.002006: re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (3) In case that the rector leaves office before expiry of his / her term or no new rector has been elected when the term
p.002006: of office expires, the term of office of the vice-rectors shall end when the vice-rectors elected on the
p.002006: recommendation of the new rector take up their functions.
p.002006: (4) The university council may dismiss a vice-rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a
p.002006: criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. The
p.002006: rector may initiate the dismissal of a vice-rector by the university council. Such dismissal shall require a two-thirds
p.002006: majority of all members of the university council, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into
p.002006: effect of the dismissal the employment contract of a vice-rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: senate
p.002006: Senate
p.002006: Section 25. (1) The Senate has the following tasks: Section 25. (1)
p.002006: The senate shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Adoption and amendment of the statutes on the proposal of the rectorate; 1. enacting and amending the
p.002006: statute as proposed by the rectorate;
p.002006: 2. Approval of the development plan drawn up by the rectorate within
p.002006: two months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the development plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 3. Approval of the draft organizational plan approved by the rectorate within two
p.002006: months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the organizational plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 4. Change in the size of the university council and election of members of the university council (§ 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1, Paragraph 6a and
p.002006: Paragraph 7);
p.002006: 5. Approval of the announcement for the role of Rector within two weeks of submission
p.002006: by the university council; if the Senate refuses to consent within two weeks, the
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p.002006: head of the clinical section shall be responsible for the performance of medical tasks according to § 7b para 1 of the
p.002006: Hospitals and Health Resorts Act.
p.002006: Management functions in the clinical area of governing
p.002006: Positions in the Clinical Department
p.002006: § 32. (1) Head of an organizational unit or a clinical department of a medical
p.002006: University or medical faculty, which also functions as a medical department or
p.002006: an equivalent institution of a public hospital (Section 7 (4), Section 7a (1) and Section 7b (1) and (2)
p.002006: KAKuG), is from the rectorate on the proposal of the university professors
p.002006: organizational unit concerned is a suitably qualified person with an upright employment relationship with
p.002006: Confederation, which is assigned to the university for service, or an upright employment relationship with
p.002006: University with relevant specialist or dentist authority to order. To the deputy
p.002006: The deputy head can only be a member of the university
p.002006: University member with appropriate qualifications as a specialist or as a dentist or
p.002006: Dentist to be ordered. Before ordering, the legal entity of the hospital has the opportunity to
p.002006: To give an opinion.
p.002006: (1a) The head of an organizational unit or a clinical department of a
p.002006: Medical university or medical faculty, which also functions as a
p.002006: Health department or an equivalent institution of a public hospital (§ 7 para. 4, § 7a para.
p.002006: 1 as well as § 7b paragraphs 1 and 2 KAKuG) can be rejected by the rectorate because of a serious breach of duty
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: one reasoned
p.002006: § 32. (1) The rectorate shall appoint, on the basis of nominations from the university professors of the
p.002006: organizational unit concerned, a person with relevant qualifications - who is employed by the Federal Government and
p.002006: assigned to the university or who is employed by the university and possesses relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications - as the head of a organizational unit or a clinical section of a medical university or a faculty
p.002006: of medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para
p.002006: 1 and
p.002006: § 7b paras 1 and 2 Hospitals and Health Resorts Act). Only university members with relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications may be appointed as deputy heads. Prior to the appointment, the maintaining body of the attached
p.002006: hospital shall have the opportunity to give its opinion.
p.002006: (1a) The head of an organizational unit or a clinical section at a medical university or a faculty of
p.002006: medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para 1
p.002006: and § 7b paras 1 and 2 of the Hospitals and Health Resorts Act) may be dismissed by the rectorate due to severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds.
p.002006: Prior to the dismissal, the maintaining body of the attached hospital shall have the opportunity to give its opinion.
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p.002006: Loss of confidence from her or his function. This is before the dismissal
p.002006: To give legal entities of the hospital an opportunity to comment.
p.002006: (2) The appointment as head and deputy of the head
p.002006: or the head of an organizational unit or a clinical department named in paragraph 1
p.002006: to be carried out for a limited time.
p.002006: (3) The first-time inclusion of organizational units of a hospital in the clinical
p.002006: The area of a medical university or a university where a medical faculty is established,
p.002006: is only made at the same time as the appointment of a university professor
p.002006: University professor in accordance with § 98 to head the organizational unit concerned
p.002006: (University clinic, clinical institute, clinical department) effective in accordance with paragraph 1.
p.002006: (2) Appointments as the head or deputy head of an organizational unit or a clinical section under para 1
p.002006: shall initially be for a limited term.
p.002006: (3) The initial inclusion of organizational units of a hospital into the clinical department of a medical university or
p.002006: a university at which a faculty of medicine has been established shall become effective together with the appointment
p.002006: of a university professor under § 98 as the head of the respective organizational unit (university clinic,
p.002006: clinical institute, clinical section) under para 1.
p.002006: Reimbursement of costs to the hospital institution Reimbursement of Hospital
p.002006: Maintaining Bodies ’Costs
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p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: specified period, if a disability according to federal regulations with at least 50%
p.002006: is established;
p.002006: 6. students who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded,
p.002006: if they have a disability of at least 50% as defined by federal law;
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p.002006: 7. if in the past semester they received study grants in accordance with the Student Promotion Act 1992, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 305/1992, or have moved into the current semester.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate decides on the application for waiver of the tuition fee. The application is for the decision
p.002006: attach the necessary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students to whom the tuition fee has been waived in accordance with Paragraph 1 Nos. 1 and 2 and who have not received any in this semester
p.002006: Have completed studies or internships abroad within the meaning of these provisions
p.002006: To pay the tuition later. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: (4) Insofar as students are more decisive in waiving the tuition fee due to incomplete or false information
p.002006: Culpably caused or stole facts, they are without prejudice to criminal liability
p.002006: pay the double tuition fee. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: 7. Students, if they received student grants under the Student Support Act 1992, F.L.G. No 305/1992, in the
p.002006: previous semester or receive them in the current semester.
p.002006: (2) An application for remission of the tuition fee shall be for the decision of the rectorate. The application for
p.002006: remission shall be accompanied by the necessary supporting documentary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students granted remission under para 1 subparas 1 and 2 who have undertaken no study or work experience
p.002006: abroad in the meaning of these provisions during the term in question shall be obliged to pay the tuition fee
p.002006: retroactively. The rectorate shall order such payment.
p.002006: (4) Students obtaining remission of the tuition fee by wilfully providing incomplete or incorrect information
p.002006: with respect to material facts shall pay double the normal tuition fee without prejudice to legal action. The rectorate
p.002006: shall order such payment.
p.002006: (5) Students who are on leave do not have to pay tuition fees. (5) Students who have been
p.002006: granted academic leave shall not be required to pay
p.002006: the tuition fee.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research is entitled to do so
p.002006: Austria's priorities for measures to support and promote economic
p.002006: and social development through a regulation establishing states whose nationals from paying
p.002006: of the tuition fee can be exempted. The exemption takes place within the framework of the private sector administration
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p.002006: a pension fund commitment or the promise of company group insurance within the meaning of the
p.002006: Works Pension Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 282/1990. Also for general university staff
p.002006: a pension fund commitment or the promise of company group insurance within the meaning of the
p.002006: Works Pension Act.
p.002006: § 115. A pension fund commitment or the commitment to a corporate collective insurance in the meaning of the Company
p.002006: Pension Act, F.L.G. No 282/1990, shall be made for the scientific and artistic university staff under a collective
p.002006: contract. For the non-academic university staff, a pension fund commitment or a commitment to a corporate collective
p.002006: insurance in the meaning of the Company Pension Act can also be made. At each university, only one of the systems named
p.002006: shall be offered.
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p.002006: Only one of the systems mentioned can be used at each university.
p.002006: Part V.
p.002006: Part V
p.002006: Penalties
p.002006: Penal commissions
p.002006: § 116. (1) Who deliberately
p.002006: § 116. (1) Anyone who deliberately without authority awards, grants or uses
p.002006: 1. a name peculiar to the domestic or foreign higher education system or
p.002006: 1. a designation specific to a domestic or foreign higher education system; or
p.002006: 2. one or more domestic academic degrees or 2. one or more
p.002006: domestic academic degrees; or
p.002006: 3. A designation that is the same or similar to the domestic or foreign academic degrees or titles
p.002006: lends, mediates or leads without authorization,
p.002006: commits if the offense does not constitute the offense of a criminal who falls under the jurisdiction of the courts
p.002006: Act forms or under other administrative regulations with stricter
p.002006: Punishment is an administrative offense committed by the local
p.002006: competent district administrative authority with a fine of up to 15,000 euros.
p.002006: 3. a degree or title identical or similar to domestic or foreign academic degrees or titles,
p.002006: if the act does not constitute a punishable offense coming under the jurisdiction of a court of law or is not according
p.002006: to other rules of administrative penalty subject to more severe punishment, is committing an administrative offense
p.002006: punishable by the locally competent district administration by a fine of up to 15,000 €.
p.002006: (2) The award, placement or leadership is particularly unjustified if the academic degree or the
p.002006: same or similar designation
p.002006: 1. comes from an institution that a post-secondary educational institution does not
p.002006: is of equal importance;
p.002006: 2. comes from an institution that is not recognized by the host country as a post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 3. not on the basis of corresponding study and examination achievements or scientific or artistic
p.002006: Benefits were acquired;
p.002006: 4. not because of the high reputation due to scientific or artistic achievements in
p.002006: Specialist circles or because of outstanding services to the scientific or cultural tasks of the
p.002006: post-secondary educational institution was awarded on an honorary basis.
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p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 7 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) (7) [removed]
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council is to be determined by the Federal Government on the occasion of
p.002006: Order to be set at three or six years and begins with the order. A one-time reappointment is
p.002006: allowed. If a member of the Science Council leaves prematurely, the
p.002006: to withdraw a new member.
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council shall be determined by the Federal Government
p.002006: as either three or six years when they are appointed and shall commence with the appointment. reappointment
p.002006: shall be permissible for one term. In case of the premature termination of the service of a member of the Science
p.002006: Council, a replacement shall be appointed for the remainder of the term of office of the departing member.
p.002006: (9) Membership in the Science Council ends (9) Membership
p.002006: of the Science Council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office, 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
p.002006: 2. by waiver,
p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal,
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. by death.
p.002006: 4. death.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister convenes the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The
p.002006: or the chairman is elected from among the majority of the members. The Science Council gives one
p.002006: Rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may appoint a member of the Science Council at the request of the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister or at the request of the majority of the members of the Science Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function.
p.002006: (12) The Science Council has a quorum if at least half of the members are present in person.
p.002006: Voice transmissions are not permitted.
p.002006: (13) The Science Council is entitled to invite domestic and foreign experts to the meetings and
p.002006: To set up working groups.
p.002006: (14) The members of the Science Council receive remuneration for their work
p.002006: Federal Minister is to be determined.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister shall convene the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The members shall elect a
p.002006: chairperson from among their number. The Science Council shall adopt rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may, on application of the Federal Minister or of a majority of the members of the Science
p.002006: Council, by official notification, dismiss a member of the Council due to severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal
p.002006: Offence, or mental incapacity or health impairment.
p.002006: (12) The Science Council shall have a quorum when at least half of the members are present. Voting by proxy is
p.002006: impermissible.
p.002006: (13) The Science Council shall be entitled to invite domestic and foreign experts to its meetings, and to establish
p.002006: working parties.
p.002006: (14) The members of the Science Council shall receive compensation for their activities in an amount to be determined
p.002006: by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: (15) The Federal Minister has the Scientific Council to perform its tasks
p.002006: to provide the necessary spatial, technical and personnel equipment.
p.002006: (15) The Federal Minister shall provide the Science Council with the premises, equipment and staff necessary for the
p.002006: performance of its tasks.
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p.002006: VIII. Part
p.002006: Part VIII
p.002006: Transitional and final provisions
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: Implementation of the New
p.002006: Organizational structure
p.002006: founding convention
p.002006: Constituent Convention
p.002006: Section 120. (1) Immediately after
p.002006: Announcement of this federal law to establish a founding convention consisting of twelve members
p.002006: consists.
p.002006: (2) The founding convention includes representatives of the university professors
p.002006: University professors, the group mentioned in section 94 (2) (2), the general university staff and
p.002006: of students of the university of the same name according to UOG 1993 or KUOG.
p.002006: (3) Deviating from paragraph 2, the members of a medical faculty are only for the founding convention of those
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p.002006: is. The increase must not exceed the percentage by which the estimated personnel expenses
p.002006: of the federal government have risen compared to the federal budget for the previous calendar year.
p.002006: (8) The total amount shall, in accordance with the arrangements set out in para 2, be increased by that of
p.002006: the universities ’expenditure incurred as a result of general salary increases payable in individual years of
p.002006: the current performance agreement period to federal employees present at universities on the day before the entry of
p.002006: this Act into full effect, insofar as such staff are during the periods in question employed by
p.002006: universities or under public law, or assigned to universities under special contracts as academic (artistic) staff or
p.002006: as junior academic (artistic) staff (§ 132). Such increases may not exceed the percentage by which the Federal
p.002006: Government's budgeted personnel expenses exceed the budgeted expenses for the previous calendar year.
p.002006: (9) The increase in accordance with paragraph 8 is limited to the amount that would be required if this of this provision
p.002006: University staff still recorded in a service or special public law
p.002006: Legal relationship as a scientific (artistic) employee or as a scientific
p.002006: (artistic) employee (in training) (§ 132) to the federal government.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister may up to 2% of the total amount in accordance with paragraph 2 for
p.002006: special financing requirements and to supplement service agreements in accordance with § 13
p.002006: forfeited. The retained funds must be made available to the universities in full
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (11) Revenue from third-party funds and income that universities generate from investments must be shown. she
p.002006: remain in the hands of the universities and do not reduce the amount of government grants.
p.002006: (12) The funds are allocated monthly in aliquots. The monthly allocations can be made according to the
p.002006: university requirements within the scope of the available global budgets.
p.002006: (13) The Federal Minister can in the event of impending or occurred
p.002006: The university's insolvency a restructuring concept as a binding framework for its
p.002006: Specify economic management, which serves the goal, within the framework of an orderly management, the future,
p.002006: to achieve permanent university performance. The renovation concept can be the order
p.002006: one university curator or several
p.002006: University curators include.
p.002006: (9) The increase under para 8 shall be limited to the amount that would be required, if the university
p.002006: staff subject to this provision still had employment or special contracts as academic (artistic) staff or
p.002006: as junior academic (artistic) staff (§ 132) with the Federal Government.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister may retain 2% of the total amount set out in para 2 for the basic budgets for special
p.002006: funding requirements and for supplementary performance agreements under § 13. The universities shall have the right
p.002006: to use these retained funds in full.
p.002006: (11) The universities shall report their receipts from third-party funds and investment income. These shall
p.002006: remain at the disposal of the universities and shall not reduce state allocations.
p.002006: (12) Resources shall be allocated monthly, on a pro rata basis. Universities ’monthly allocations may, within the
p.002006: limits of the global budgets available to them, be adapted to their requirements.
p.002006: (13) The Federal Minister may, in the event of an imminent or actual insolvency of the university, enact a
p.002006: restructuring plan as a binding framework for its financial management, which shall fulfil the objective of ensuring
p.002006: the university's long-lasting solid performance in the future with sound financial management. As part of the
p.002006: restructuring plan, one or several university trustees may be appointed.
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p.002006: Determining the global budgets of the universities
p.002006: Universities' global budgets
p.002006: § 12a. (1) The universities each receive a global budget specified in the performance agreement. The
p.002006: Universities are free to use the course within the scope of their tasks and performance agreements
p.002006: Global budgets.
p.002006: (2) The global budget specified in the service agreement is made up of the following partial amounts, the amount of which
p.002006: taking into account the total amount specified in Section 12 Paragraph 2 and the budget pillars teaching, research
p.002006: or EEK and infrastructure and strategic development is determined, as well as taking into account the §§
p.002006: 2 and 3 together:
p.002006: § 12a. (1) Each university shall receive a global budget as specified in the performance agreement. The
p.002006: universities shall be free, within the limits of their tasks and the performance agreements, to use their global
p.002006: budgets as they see fit.
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p.002006: take. The Federal Minister has guidelines for the structure and the
p.002006: Design of the intellectual capital statement including that of the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and
p.002006: Research data clearing process to be carried out.
p.002006: (7) In the third year of a performance period, the university has the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Ministers to submit a draft for the next performance agreement by April 30. The
p.002006: The Federal Minister has until August 31 to comment on this. Negotiations on the
p.002006: Service agreements must be concluded by December 31.
p.002006: (8) If a performance agreement is not reached in time, the arbitration committee determines (§ 13a)
p.002006: Application by the Federal Minister or the university concerned within the framework of the provisions
p.002006: of this federal law, taking into account the mutual interests and on the basis of the previous one
p.002006: State of negotiation the content of the service agreement by notice. Until this becomes final
p.002006: The service agreement of the previous service period remains provisionally applicable. The
p.002006: The decision of the arbitration commission replaces the agreement to be made. He is the later
p.002006: a mutually agreed conclusion of a service agreement pursuant to Para. 1 and occurs with the
p.002006: No such agreement has been concluded.
p.002006: (9) The Federal Minister issues ex officio or at the request of the university that
p.002006: The contractual partner of a service agreement according to paragraph 1 is, by decision, the validity or any
p.002006: Invalid this performance agreement. This does not apply to those service agreements that are notified
p.002006: the arbitration commission. The university has party status in this process as well as that
p.002006: Right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the decision that completes the procedure.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister issues ex officio or upon request the decision from a
p.002006: Performance agreement according to paragraph 1 or paragraph 8 following obligations. The university has in this
p.002006: 3. the performance processes set out in the performance agreement, including their outputs and impacts.
p.002006: The intellectual capital report shall contain a report section, which shall be based on the performance agreement.
p.002006: After the second budget year, it shall also contain a forecast of the performance outcomes. The Federal
p.002006: Minister shall, by decree, issue regulations for the structure and organization of intellectual capital reports
p.002006: including the data clearing process to be implemented by the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (7) The university shall submit a draft for the next performance agreements to the Federal Minister by April 30 of
p.002006: the third year of the term of the current performance agreement. The Federal Minister shall respond to
p.002006: this draft by August 31. Negotiations on the performance agreement shall be concluded by December 31.
p.002006: (8) In case that a performance agreement is not concluded by the appointed date, the arbitration committee (§ 13a)
p.002006: shall, upon application of the Federal Minister or of the university concerned, subject to the provisions of this Act
p.002006: and having regard to the interests of both parties, determine the contents of the performance agreement by official
p.002006: notification on the basis of the position reached by the negotiations up to that point. Until such official
p.002006: notification enters into effect the performance agreement for the previous period shall remain in force on a
p.002006: provisional basis. The official notification of the arbitration committee shall apply instead of the agreement to be
p.002006: Concluded. It shall not preclude the subsequent conclusion by mutual consent of a performance agreement under para 1,
p.002006: and shall cease to have effect upon the conclusion of such agreement.
p.002006: (9) The Federal Minister shall, acting proprio motu or upon application of the university that is party to a
p.002006: performance agreement under para 1, determine the validity or invalidity of such performance agreement by official
p.002006: notification. This shall not apply to performance agreements created by official notification of the
p.002006: arbitration committee. The university shall be entitled to be a party to this procedure, and to appeal to the Federal
p.002006: Administrative Court against the official notification issued upon conclusion of the procedure.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister shall, by official notification, acting proprio motu or upon application, determine the
p.002006: duties arising from a performance agreement under paras 1 or 8. The university shall be entitled to be a party to this
p.002006: procedure and to
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p.002006: Proceedings as party and the right to object to the decision before the trial
p.002006: Administrative Court to file complaint.
p.002006: appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification issued upon conclusion of the procedure.
p.002006: conciliation Commission
p.002006: Arbitration Committee
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee is responsible for deciding on applications pursuant to Section 13 (8)
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee consists of a judge of the active status as chairman
p.002006: or chairman and four assessors. The chairperson and a deputy for
p.002006: the case of prevention is to be announced by the Federal Minister on the proposal of the President
p.002006: Appoint presidents of the Supreme Court for a term of five years. A
p.002006: Reappointment is permitted. In each individual case, the rectorate will approve two assessors in agreement with the
p.002006: University council of the participating university and of the Federal Minister upon request
p.002006: the chairperson is posted for the duration of the ongoing proceedings. The arbitration board is
p.002006: quorate when all members are present. It takes its decisions with a majority of votes; abstention
p.002006: is not permitted.
p.002006: (3) The assessors must have a corresponding job in scientific teaching and
p.002006: Research or university management, which is used for the professional assessment of questions of
p.002006: Management and funding of universities qualified. The members of the
p.002006: Arbitration commission may not work for the affairs of the universities
p.002006: responsible federal ministry and not members of the university according to § 94 of the participating university.
p.002006: You may not be members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the
p.002006: Federal Council or other general representative body and officials of a political party and
p.002006: Individuals who have performed any of these functions in the past four years. They must also
p.002006: Ensure independence and impartiality towards the parties to the process.
p.002006: (4) The Arbitration Commission has the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991
p.002006: apply, unless this federal law instructs otherwise. The arbitration commission are from the
p.002006: Parties all relevant information (personal data according to Art. 4 No. 1 of the Regulation (EU)
p.002006: 2016/679 for the protection of natural persons during processing
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee shall be established at the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research to
p.002006: hear applications according to § 13 para 8.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee shall consist of a serving judge as chairperson and four lay members. The Federal
p.002006: Minister shall appoint the chairperson and a deputy chairperson to serve in the case of the chairperson’s
p.002006: indisposition, for a term of five years on the recommendation of the President of the Supreme Court of Justice. Re-
p.002006: election is permissible. Two lay members shall be delegated by the rectorate in consultation with the
p.002006: university council of the university in question, and two by the Federal Minister on request of the chairperson,
p.002006: for the duration of the current proceeding. The arbitration committee shall require the presence of all members
p.002006: for a quorum. It shall resolve by a simple majority of the votes cast; abstention is prohibited.
p.002006: (3) The lay members must hold respective positions in academic teaching or research, or university management that
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p.002006: data according to Art 4 No 1 of the Regualtion (EU) 2016/679 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the
p.002006: processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and
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p.002006: personal data, the free movement of data and the repeal of Directive 95/46 / EC
p.002006: [General Data Protection Regulation], OJ. No.L 119 dated 04.05.2016 p. 1, [hereinafter: GDPR] and others
p.002006: Information). If necessary, it can also appoint suitable persons as experts
p.002006: use. For the rest, the rules of procedure of the Arbitration Commission are from the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Ministers to be regulated by ordinance after hearing the chairperson. Before issuing a notice
p.002006: the arbitration commission has to conclude or amicably amend one
p.002006: Service agreement to work within a four-week period from the application.
p.002006: (5) The Federal Minister has the chairperson or their deputy
p.002006: to be revoked by notice from the office if it emerges that the requirements for the appointment were not met
p.002006: or they are guilty of gross violation or permanent neglect of their official duties
p.002006: to have. If the chairperson is removed, the deputy is for the
p.002006: Duration of ongoing proceedings until a new chairperson is appointed.
p.002006: (6) The members of the Arbitration Commission are independent in the exercise of their office and not to any
p.002006: Instructions bound. Decisions of the arbitration commission are neither subject to cancellation nor amendment in the
p.002006: Administrative means. The appeal to the Federal Administrative Court is against the decision
p.002006: either party allowed.
p.002006: (7) The members of the arbitration commission are entitled to reimbursement of the reasonable travel costs and
p.002006: Cash expenses as well as remuneration commensurate with the time and effort required by the Federal Minister
p.002006: or by the Federal Minister by ordinance, taking into account the importance and scope of those to be procured
p.002006: Tasks to be set.
p.002006: repealing Directive 95/46 / EC [General Data Protection Regulation], OJ No L 119 of 04.05.2016 p. 1, [subsequently
p.002006: referred to as GDPR] and other information) as is required for its deliberations. The committee may, as required, call
p.002006: suitable persons as expert witnesses. The rules of procedure of the arbitration committee shall be
p.002006: determined by the Federal Minister by decree following consultation of the chairperson. Prior to the
p.002006: enactment of an official notification the committee shall make best efforts to achieve the conclusion or
p.002006: amendment of a performance agreement by mutual consent within four weeks of the application.
p.002006: (5) The Federal Minister shall, by official notification, dismiss the chairperson or deputy chairperson if
p.002006: circumstances arise which disqualify such persons from holding office, or in the case of a gross violation or
p.002006: persistent neglect of their duties. If the chairperson is dismissed, the deputy chairperson shall
p.002006: perform the chairperson’s duties for the duration of the current proceeding or until such time as a new chairperson
p.002006: is appointed.
p.002006: (6) The members of the arbitration committee shall perform their duties independently, and shall not be
p.002006: bound by any instructions. Decisions of the arbitration committee may not be annulled or amended by
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p.002006: University Council and is to be dealt with in the next meeting of the University Council. The
p.002006: University organs are obliged to provide the University Council with all relevant information
p.002006: (2) The university council or at least two members of the university council together shall be entitled to request
p.002006: information on all and any matters concerning the university. The statement shall be forwarded to the university
p.002006: council and shall be dealt with in the next meeting of the university council. The university governing bodies shall
p.002006: be obliged to provide the university council with all relevant
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p.002006: To provide information, business items and documents related to that of the University Council
p.002006: Submit designated items, conduct surveys ordered by him and carry out on-site inspections
p.002006: and have the job done. At most, this can also include personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The University Council consists of five, seven or nine members who hold responsible positions in
p.002006: society, especially science, culture or business, are or were active and based on
p.002006: Because of their excellent knowledge and experience, they contribute to achieving the goals and tasks of
p.002006: University can afford. The Senate has a say in changing the size of the University Council
p.002006: Two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the Federal Government, State Secretaries and
p.002006: State Secretaries, members of a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council or one
p.002006: other general representative body and officials of a political party and persons who do not belong
p.002006: have performed any of these functions in the past four years or have worked at the relevant university in the
p.002006: have been a member of the Rectorate for the past four years.
p.002006: (5) The members of the University Council may not include any university members in accordance with sections 125, 132 and 133
p.002006: University employees, no members or substitute members of the
p.002006: Arbitration commission of the university, no members of a supreme body of another university and none
p.002006: Members of staff responsible for university affairs
p.002006: Federal Ministry. Membership in more than one university council is not permitted.
p.002006: Business relationships between a member of the University Council and the university require the approval of
p.002006: the University Council, which may only be issued if there is no bias. Possible
p.002006: Conflicts of interest must be reported to the University Council immediately. A member of a
p.002006: University council may not have any directives or control relationships with any other member
p.002006: of the same university council.
p.002006: (6) The following five, seven or nine members belong to the University Council in accordance with paragraph 3:
p.002006: information, to submit all documents relating to matters specified by it, to undertake investigations required by it,
p.002006: and to initiate investigations in situ. This can, if need be, also include personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The university council shall consist of five, seven or nine members, who shall be past or present holders of
p.002006: responsible positions, especially in academic, cultural or business life, and whose exceptional knowledge and
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p.002006: requirements, be subject to a majority vote of the present members of the group under para 4 subpara 1, including other
p.002006: members of the senate with a habilitation degree.
p.002006: (9) The size of the collegial bodies under para 8 may not exceed half of that of the senate. At least one quarter of
p.002006: the members of the collegial bodies under para 8 subpara 3 shall be students. The composition of the collegial bodies
p.002006: under para 7 shall, with regard to the proportions accounted for by representatives of the various groups, correspond
p.002006: to that of the senate.
p.002006: (10) The collegial bodies under paras 7 and 8 subpara 3 shall be established for not longer than the term of the
p.002006: senate. These collegial bodies shall be bound by the instructions of the senate and shall take their decisions in its
p.002006: Surname. The senate may at any time revoke authorizations to take decisions granted under para 7. The decisions
p.002006: of the collegial bodies under paras 7 and 8 subpara 3 shall require the approval of the senate.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 11 repealed by Art. 5 Z 9, Federal Law Gazette I No. 129/2017) (11) [removed]
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p.002006: 2nd subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 2
p.002006: Research Promotion, Contract Research and Power of Attorney Research Promotion, Commissioned Research and
p.002006: Authorizations
p.002006: Research Promotion and Contract Research Research Promotion and
p.002006: Commissioned Research
p.002006: § 26. (1) The members of the academic and artistic university staff are
p.002006: authorized to also acquire research projects or artistic work at the university in their subject and
p.002006: to be carried out not from the university 's budget, but from third party research contracts, from the funds of the
p.002006: Research funding or other third-party funding. The implementation
p.002006: such projects are part of university research or the university development and development of
p.002006: Arts.
p.002006: (2) A prerequisite for the implementation of a project at the university is that
p.002006: § 26. (1) University scientific and artistic staff shall be entitled to procure and undertake research or artistic
p.002006: projects, in their fields and at their universities, which are financed not from the university budget, but by
p.002006: third-party research contracts, research promotion or other allocations by third parties. Such projects shall
p.002006: be deemed to be university research or advancement and appreciation of the arts at universities.
p.002006: (2) The acceptance of a project in the meaning of para 1 at a university shall be conditional on:
p.002006: 1. the fulfillment of obligations from the employment relationship, 1. fulfillment of
p.002006: the duties arising from the employment contracts of the staff
p.002006: members concerned;
p.002006: 2. the fulfillment of the tasks of the relevant organizational unit of the university in research or in the
p.002006: Development and development of the arts as well as in teaching and
p.002006: 2. fulfillment of the tasks of the university organizational unit concerned with regard to research or the
p.002006: advancement and appreciation of the arts, and teaching;
p.002006: 3. the rights and obligations of other university members 3. respect for the
p.002006: rights and duties of other university members. not be affected.
p.002006: (3) For the use of personnel and material from the university to carry out research assignments
p.002006: or artistic work on behalf of third parties must be paid to the university in full.
p.002006: The Rectorate decides on the use of this reimbursement.
p.002006: (4) A project in accordance with paragraph 1 must be submitted to the rectorate by the project manager before the intended one
p.002006: Report takeover and implementation. It is only to be prohibited if the requirements of paragraph 2 are not met
p.002006: or there is no agreement on full reimbursement
p.002006: (5) The project manager decides on the use of the project funds. The
p.002006: Funds for projects in accordance with paragraph 1 are to be administered by the university and only on the instructions of
p.002006: To use the project manager.
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p.002006: 5. of assets and rights, which are acquired from legal transactions in accordance with Z 1 to 4, for the fulfillment of the purposes
p.002006: to make use of the organizational unit.
p.002006: 3. To acquire funding for the performance of scientific or artistic work and for investigations and reports on behalf
p.002006: of third parties and to make contracts in connection therewith, insofar as this serves the purpose of scientific
p.002006: research or the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 4. to perform state-certified technical testing and prepare assessment reports provided that the university
p.002006: facility in question is recognized as a state-certified test laboratory;
p.002006: 5. to employ assets and rights acquired by way of legal transactions in the meaning of paras 1 to 4 to
p.002006: fulfil the objects of the organizational unit in question.
p.002006: In the event of abuse, this right can be withdrawn by the rectorate. In the case of abuse, this
p.002006: entitlement may be withdrawn by the rectorate.
p.002006: (2) Each person entrusted with the performance of contracts in accordance with Paragraph 1 No. 3
p.002006: University members (project manager) is at the end of the contract fulfillment
p.002006: required legal transactions and available on the funds within the income from this contract
p.002006: authorize. These authorizations can be found in the university newsletter.
p.002006: (3) For the use of personnel and material from the university for the execution of orders from third parties (para. 1
p.002006: Z 3 and 4) must be paid to the university in full. About using this
p.002006: The rectorate decides on costs.
p.002006: (4) The third party funds that the University receives on the basis of activities pursuant to Paragraph 1 are, if none
p.002006: Intended use exists for the purposes of the organizational unit that is authorized to sign
p.002006: employee
p.002006: (2) All university members (project leaders) entrusted with the fulfillment of contracts in the meaning of para 1
p.002006: subpara 3 shall be authorized to make the legal transactions required for such fulfillment and to use the funds accruing
p.002006: from such contracts. Such authorizations shall be announced in the university gazette.
p.002006: (3) The cost of the use of university staff and physical resources for third-party contracts and commissions (para 1
p.002006: subpara 3 and 4) shall be reimbursed to the university in full. The application of such reimbursed money shall
p.002006: be at the discretion of the rectorate.
p.002006: (4) Third-party funds accruing to a university as a result of activities in the meaning of para 1 shall,
p.002006: to the extent that they are not tied, be employed for the objects of the organizational unit to which the
p.002006: university’s authorized signatory is
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p.002006: or the employee authorized to sign is assigned to the university. To meet obligations of
p.002006: University on the basis of legal transactions in accordance with paragraph 1, the funds that are necessary for the
p.002006: relevant organizational unit are dedicated.
p.002006: (5) The members of the university who are entitled or authorized under paragraph 2 have the rectorate
p.002006: to report on the execution of the legal transactions concluded by them.
p.002006: § 28. (1) The Rector can determine which, taking into account the guidelines issued by the Rectorate
p.002006: University employees may conclude legal transactions on behalf of the university. This
p.002006: Authorizations can be found in the university's newsletter.
p.002006: assigned. For the fulfillment of the university’s obligations under legal transactions in the meaning of para 1, in
p.002006: the first instance funds shall be applied which are earmarked for the organizational unit concerned.
p.002006: (5) University members authorized under paras 1 or 2 shall report to the rectorate on the legal transactions
p.002006: made by them.
p.002006: § 28. (1) The rector may, having regard to the regulations enacted by the rectorate, determine which
p.002006: employees of the university may make legal transactions on its behalf. Such authorizations shall be announced in the
p.002006: university gazette.
p.002006: (2) Section 27 (4) and (5) apply mutatis mutandis. (2) Section 27
p.002006: paras 4 and 5 shall apply by analogy.
p.002006: 3rd subsection
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p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
p.002006: combating gender discrimination as well as discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation by university governing bodies and for advising and supporting the
p.002006: university’s members and governing bodies in connection with these issues.
p.002006: (2) The number and terms of office of the members of the working group on equal opportunities shall be established
p.002006: by the statute. The groups of university members represented in the senate shall be entitled to delegate
p.002006: members to the working group in proportions established by the statute. The working party shall elect a chairperson
p.002006: from among its number.
p.002006: (3) The members of the working group on equal opportunities shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of
p.002006: their tasks (Art 81c Federal Constitutional Law). They may not be obstructed in the fulfillment of their tasks, and
p.002006: shall not be disadvantaged in their career promotion as a result of these activities.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall provide the working group on equal opportunities with information on all internal
p.002006: university matters, and shall grant it access to all documents and electronic data relating to the university’s
p.002006: personnel, knowledge of which is necessary for the exercise of its tasks. Photocopying of such documents
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
p.002006: allow. Access to the personnel files is only permitted with the consent of the data subjects.
p.002006: (5) Are expert opinions and statements prepared by the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues to prepare its decisions
p.002006: relevant experts and information may be obtained from these experts
p.002006: Experts are provided with the necessary documents. These experts are for
p.002006: Confidentiality required.
p.002006: (6) In particular, the Working Group for Equal Treatment Questions must be informed immediately:
p.002006: 1. All tender texts for filling positions and functions before the tender. The working group
p.002006: has the right to comment on the tender within two weeks of delivery;
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p.002006: submit all necessary documents. At most, this can also include personal data (Art. 4
p.002006: No. 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister has ordinances and orders by ordinance
p.002006: Decisions of university organs annul if the regulation or decision in question contradicts
p.002006: on applicable laws or regulations, including the articles of association. In the event of an injury to
p.002006: Procedural regulations only have to be lifted if the institution has followed them to another
p.002006: Result could have come.
p.002006: (4) By decision, the Federal Minister has elections that are contrary to applicable laws or
p.002006: Regulations including the statutes are to be repealed.
p.002006: (5) From the formal initiation of a supervisory procedure by the Federal Minister
p.002006: The Federal Minister is responsible for implementing the decisions on which this procedure is based until the conclusion of the
p.002006: Prohibited. One during this period or after the regulatory waiver of the
p.002006: relevant decision still issued from one according to § 68 Abs. 4 Z 4 General
p.002006: Administrative Procedure Act 1991 - AVG, Federal Law Gazette No. 51/1991, errors which are threatened with nullity. lifts
p.002006: the federal minister with a decision of a university body
p.002006: Notification of, employment relationships based on the annulled decision end with the entry of the
p.002006: Legal effect of the decision.
p.002006: (6) In the case of paragraphs 3 and 4, the university organs are obliged to comply with the legal opinion of the Federal Minister
p.002006: or to establish the legal status of the Federal Minister immediately.
p.002006: (7) In the supervisory procedure, the university organs have party status and the right to oppose
p.002006: to lodge a complaint before the Federal Administrative Court.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister shall annul decrees of university governing bodies with decrees and decisions of university
p.002006: governing bodies by official notification, if the respective decrees or decisions are in conflict with acts and decrees
p.002006: in force including the statute. In the case of an infringement of procedural regulations, decisions may not be annulled
p.002006: unless compliance with such regulations would have resulted in a different decision.
p.002006: (4) The Federal Minister shall, by official notification, annul elections which are in conflict with acts and decrees,
p.002006: including the statute.
p.002006: (5) Upon the formal initiation of a supervisory procedure by the Federal Minister implementation of
p.002006: the decisions which are the subject thereof is impermissible until the procedure has been concluded. On
p.002006: official notification made during this period or subsequent to the annulment of the decision in question by the
p.002006: supervisory authority shall risk nullity due to a procedural defect in the meaning of
p.002006: § 68 para 4 subpara 4 of the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991, F.L.G. No 51/1991. If the Federal Minister
p.002006: annuls a decision taken by a university governing body by official notification, employment contracts which are
p.002006: governed by the decision annulled shall end when the official notification enters into force.
p.002006: (6) In the circumstances set out in paras 3 or 4 the university governing bodies shall, without delay, bring about the
p.002006: legal situation which accords with the Federal Minister’s legal opinion.
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p.002006: relieves the persons involved in the replacement from the duty of confidentiality.
p.002006: (4) For those of organs or employees of the university or of others
p.002006: People on behalf of the university are guilty of federal responsibility in the performance of governmental tasks
p.002006: These organs are liable to the federal government for directly inflicted damage in accordance with the provisions of the Organ Liability Act, Federal Law Gazette.
p.002006: No. 181/1967, with the proviso that the persons involved in the liability are bound to secrecy
p.002006: are exempt.
p.002006: § 49. (1) Universities may acquire rights and enter into obligations. The Federal Government shall not be liable for
p.002006: any liabilities arising therefrom. The rights and obligations with regard to the responsibility for the orderly
p.002006: maintenance, repair and prevention of damage shall arise from the applicable legal provisions, unless
p.002006: otherwise provided in the lease contract. In particular, sections 1319 and 1319a of the General Code of Civil
p.002006: Law, JGS No 946/1811 shall be mentioned.
p.002006: (2) The Federal Government shall be liable for any damage culpably inflicted upon any person whosoever by the
p.002006: bodies or employees of a university or other persons acting on its behalf in the fulfillment of public tasks
p.002006: under this Act, under the Public Bodies ’Liability Act, F.L.G. No 20/1949. In such cases, the Federal
p.002006: Government shall give notice of claim against that / those person (s) it holds liable for the damage (§ 21 of the
p.002006: Code of Civil Procedure, Imperial Legal Gazette No 113/1895). The aggrieved party may intervene in the
p.002006: proceedings (§ 17 of the Code of Civil Procedure). The university and that person / those persons who have caused the
p.002006: damage shall not be liable to the aggrieved party.
p.002006: (3) In case that the Federal Government indemnifies the aggrieved party in accordance with para 2, it shall
p.002006: be entitled according to §§ 3, 5 and 6 para 2 of the Liability of Public Bodies ’Act to claim damages from that
p.002006: person / those persons it holds liable for the claim. In such proceedings the defendant (s) shall be released from the
p.002006: duty of secrecy.
p.002006: (4) University bodies or employees of a university shall be liable to the Federal Government for damage directly and
p.002006: culpably inflicted on the Federal Government by themselves or university employees or other persons acting on
p.002006: behalf of the university in the performance of public duties, under the Public Organs Liability Act,
p.002006: F.L.G. No 181/1967; the defendants shall be released from their duty of secrecy.
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p.002006: legal representation
p.002006: Legal representation
p.002006: § 50. The university as well as companies whose business shares the university indirectly or
p.002006: directly holds more than 50%, are entitled to withdraw from the financial procurator according to the Prokuraturgesetz,
p.002006: StGBl. No. 172/1945, to be legally advised and represented for a fee.
p.002006: § 50. Universities and companies in which they hold direct or indirect majority interests shall be entitled to
p.002006: fee-paying legal advice and representation by the Finanzprokuratur under the Prokuratur Act, State Legal Gazette
p.002006: No 172/1945.
p.002006: Part II
p.002006: Part II
p.002006: study Regulations
p.002006: Study Law
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: definitions
p.002006: Definitions
p.002006: Section 51. (1) In the implementation of the study regulations, the universities act within the framework of the sovereign administration.
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p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curriculum of a certificate university program for further education in the respective disciplines
p.002006: internationally common master's degrees may be laid down, which may be conferred upon the graduates of those
p.002006: certificate university programs for further education whose access requirements, scope and qualifications are
p.002006: comparable with the access requirements, scope and qualifications of corresponding foreign master's programs.
p.002006: (2) If para 1 is not applicable, the designation “Academic…” or “Academic…” with an addition
p.002006: specifying the contents of the respective further education course may be laid down, which shall be conferred upon the
p.002006: graduates of those further education courses that cover at least 60 ECTS credits.
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p.002006: Management of academic grade use
p.002006: of Academic Degrees
p.002006: Section 88. (1) Persons receiving a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: An academic degree has been awarded the right to obtain this in the in the
p.002006: Award certificate specified, also abbreviated, form, the academic degree including
p.002006: of a gender-specific addition.
p.002006: (1a) Persons from a domestic post-secondary educational institution or a
p.002006: recognized post-secondary institution of another contracting party to the EU accession treaty or another
p.002006: Contracting party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area was awarded an academic degree
p.002006: Right to enter this academic degree in abbreviated form without addition in accordance with paragraph 1 in public documents
p.002006: to demand.
p.002006: (2) "Mag.", "Dr." and "Dipl.-Ing." ("DI") are to be put in front of the name in the case of the tour, the
p.002006: other academic degrees are to be added to the name.
p.002006: Revocation of domestic academic degrees or academic titles
p.002006: § 89. The award notice is from the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organ to withdraw and move in if it subsequently emerges that the academic degree or the academic
p.002006: Designation in particular through fake certificates or by faking scientific
p.002006: or artistic achievements have been sneaked up.
p.002006: § 88. (1) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: educational institution shall be entitled to use this degree in the form set down in the document of award, also
p.002006: abbreviated, and the academic degree may be used with a gender-inclusive suffix.
p.002006: (1a) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic post-secondary educational
p.002006: institution or a recognized post-secondary institution in another signatory to the EU Accession Treaty or to the
p.002006: Agreement on the European Economic Area shall be entitled to request the inclusion of this academic degree
p.002006: in the abbreviated form without a suffix under para 1 in official documents.
p.002006: (2) “Mag.”, “Dr.” and “Dipl.-Ing.” (“DI”) shall precede the name if used, and other academic degrees shall follow it.
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p.002006: named as co-authors.
p.002006: (2) Inventions in the meaning of § 7 para 3 of the Patents Act, F.L.G. No 259/1970, made at a university
p.002006: in the course of employment or training under federal public law or employment or training by the university, shall be
p.002006: subject to the Patents Act, and the university shall be deemed to be the employer according to
p.002006: § 7 para 2 of the Patents Act.
p.002006: (3) All inventions shall be promptly reported to the rectorate. The rectorate shall inform the inventor within three
p.002006: months if it intends to claim title to the invention in its entirety or rights to the use thereof. Otherwise the
p.002006: inventor shall be entitled to such rights.
p.002006: Part IV
p.002006: Part IV
p.002006: personnel law
p.002006: Employment Law
p.002006: Tender and Ad Advertisement
p.002006: Positions and Appointments
p.002006: Section 107. (1) All vacancies must be advertised by the rectorate. Put
p.002006: for the scientific and artistic staff according to § 94 Paragraph 1 No. 4 are international,
p.002006: at least across the EU. The tender period must be at least three weeks.
p.002006: § 107. (1) All vacant posts shall be advertised by the rectorate. Positions for scientific and artistic university
p.002006: staff under § 94 para 1 subpara 4 shall be advertised internationally, at least in the EU. The application deadline
p.002006: shall be set at least three weeks after the publication of an advertisement.
p.002006: (2) A call for tenders can be waived in the following cases: (2) Advertisement of posts
p.002006: shall not be mandatory in the following cases:
p.002006: 1. When filling positions exclusively for teaching tasks and with a small number of hours
p.002006: (Teaching position) are provided, and
p.002006: 2. for positions for temporary third-party funded projects that are qualified
p.002006: Selection process has preceded if the donor's provisions do not conflict with this;
p.002006: 1. posts solely involving teaching duties, and with low teaching loads (part-time temporary lectureships);
p.002006: 2. Posts relating to limited term projects funded by third parties which have been preceded by a properly conducted
p.002006: selection procedure, provided that this does not conflict with the conditions imposed by the financier;
p.002006: 3. for positions that are filled according to § 99a. 3. Posts to
p.002006: be filled under § 99a.
p.002006: (3) Employment contracts are drawn up by the rector on a proposal or after consulting the head
p.002006: Head of the organizational unit and the immediate superior, who or the position to be filled
p.002006: is assigned to complete.
p.002006: (3) The rector shall conclude employment contracts on the recommendation of, or after consultation of the head of the
p.002006: organizational unit to which the vacant post in question is assigned, or the appointee’s immediate superior.
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p.002006: (4) Employment contracts for employees on projects in accordance with
p.002006: Section 27 (1) 3 and for employees who have earmarked funds
p.002006: of the research funding are funded by the rector on the proposal of the
p.002006: or the immediate superior to whom the position to be filled is assigned.
p.002006: (5) Employment contracts of university professors
p.002006: are from the Rector after the appointment procedure has been carried out in accordance with §§ 98 or
p.002006: 99 to complete.
p.002006: (4) Employment contracts with staff involved in a project in the meaning of § 27 para 1 subpara 3 and with staff whose
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p.002006: of other employers ’associations or professional associations to make such contracts.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 5 repealed by Art. 17 Z 23, Federal Law Gazette I No. 31/2018) (5) [Removed]
p.002006: Special legal regulation for members of forensic medicine institutions
p.002006: Section 108a. Employees who are assigned to a facility for forensic medicine,
p.002006: have to participate in the preparation of expert opinions and findings in the judicial process.
p.002006: The client responsible for the reports and findings is the relevant investigative or
p.002006: Judicial authority.
p.002006: Special arrangements for members of units of forensic medicine
p.002006: Section 108a. Employees who are assigned to a unit of forensic medicine shall participate in the preparation of
p.002006: assessments and reports in court proceedings as part of their official duties. The contracting body shall be the
p.002006: competent investigative or judicial body.
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p.002006: Duration of employment Term
p.002006: of employment contracts
p.002006: Section 109. (1) Employment relationships can be concluded for an indefinite or specific period. Employment relationships
p.002006: if the employment contract is otherwise legally ineffective, a certain period must be limited to a maximum of six years,
p.002006: unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: (2) A repeated, immediately successive limitation is only possible for employees who are in the
p.002006: Within the framework of third-party funded projects or research projects, only in teaching
p.002006: used personnel as well as substitute staff. The total duration of such immediately consecutive
p.002006: The employment relationship of an employee may be six years, in the case of
p.002006: Part-time employment does not exceed eight years. An additional one-time extension up to
p.002006: a total of ten years, in the case of part-time employment up to a total of twelve years, is more factual
p.002006: Justification, especially for the continuation or completion of research projects and publications
p.002006: allowed.
p.002006: (3) If an employee changes to another use within the meaning of Section 100, this is without prejudice
p.002006: of paragraph 2 a one-time renewed limitation up to a total of six years, in
p.002006: In the case of part-time employment up to eight years, permissible, the time limits according to paragraphs 1, 2 and 3
p.002006: to be added accordingly. The maximum limits in paragraph 2 may not be exceeded.
p.002006: Employment times as a student employee are not taken into account.
p.002006: (4) Another use within the meaning of paragraph 3 exists in particular if the change results in a further use
p.002006: Career level (e.g. postdoc position) is reached or the change from or to a position within the framework of a
p.002006: Third-party funded or research project is carried out.
p.002006: Special legal regulations on working hours and rest periods for the scientific and artistic
p.002006: University staff
p.002006: § 110. (1) (Note: Paragraph 1 will expire on December 31, 2021) Instead of the provisions of
p.002006: Working Hours Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 461/1969, and the Labor Restitution Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 144/1983, apply to the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff of the universities the following provisions. Except
p.002006: are
p.002006: Section 109. (1) Employment contracts may be of unlimited or limited term. The term of limited term employment contracts
p.002006: shall not exceed six years, on pain of invalidity, unless otherwise provided for by this Act.
p.002006: (2) Limited term contracts immediately succeeding each other shall only be permissible for staff employed
p.002006: in connection with third-party funded projects or research projects for which teaching staff are exclusively
p.002006: used, and for staff acting as temporary replacements. The combined duration of such successive employment contracts may
p.002006: not exceed six years, or, in case of part-time employment, eight years. An additional one-time renewal not exceeding a
p.002006: total of ten years, or twelve years if employed part-time, shall be permissible, if objectively justified, in
p.002006: particular for the continuation or completion of research projects and publications.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding para 3, a second limited-term contract of up to six years in total, or up to eight years in total
p.002006: for a part-time employment, shall be permissible, with the limited terms according to paras 100, 2 and 1
p.002006: being totalled, if the assignment of an employee in the meaning of § 2 changes. The upper limits under para 2 shall
p.002006: not be exceeded. Employment as student assistant shall not be taken into account.
p.002006: (4) Assignments change in the meaning of para 3 in particular when the change entails another career stage (e.g. a
p.002006: postdoc position) or the employee transfers from or to a position funded by third parties or a research project.
p.002006: Special arrangements for the Hours of Work and Rest Periods of Scientific and Artistic University Staff
p.002006: § 110. (1) (Note: Para 1 shall expire at the end of 31 December 2021.) The following provisions shall apply to
p.002006: scientific and artistic university staff instead of those of the Working Hours Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 461/1969,
p.002006: and the Rest Periods Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 144/1983. Scientific staff who are subject to the Hospital Working
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p.002006: excluded from membership of the Science Council:
p.002006: 1. Academic officials of the universities according to
p.002006: Section 6 (1), universities of teacher education according to Section 1 (1) and (2) HG and those in Austria according to Sections 23 and 24
p.002006: HS-QSG accredited universities of applied sciences, universities of applied sciences and private universities;
p.002006: 2. Employees of for universities and universities of teacher education
p.002006: responsible federal ministries and
p.002006: 3. Members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council
p.002006: or any other general
p.002006: 1. officers of the universities named in § 6 para 1, of the university colleges of teacher education named in § 1 paras
p.002006: 1 and 2 HG, and of accredited Austrian universities of applied sciences, university of applied sciences programs and
p.002006: private universities under sections 23 and 24 HS-QSG;
p.002006: 2. Employees of the federal ministries in charge of the universities and university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education; and
p.002006: 3. members of the federal or provincial governments, the National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular
p.002006: representative body, and officers of
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p.002006: Representative body, political party officials, and individuals performing any of these functions in the past four
p.002006: Have exercised for years.
p.002006: political parties or persons who have exercised such functions during the past four years.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 7 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) (7) [removed]
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council is to be determined by the Federal Government on the occasion of
p.002006: Order to be set at three or six years and begins with the order. A one-time reappointment is
p.002006: allowed. If a member of the Science Council leaves prematurely, the
p.002006: to withdraw a new member.
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council shall be determined by the Federal Government
p.002006: as either three or six years when they are appointed and shall commence with the appointment. reappointment
p.002006: shall be permissible for one term. In case of the premature termination of the service of a member of the Science
p.002006: Council, a replacement shall be appointed for the remainder of the term of office of the departing member.
p.002006: (9) Membership in the Science Council ends (9) Membership
p.002006: of the Science Council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office, 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
p.002006: 2. by waiver,
p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal,
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. by death.
p.002006: 4. death.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister convenes the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The
p.002006: or the chairman is elected from among the majority of the members. The Science Council gives one
p.002006: Rules of procedure.
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p.002006: later than December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (14) Upon approval of the organization plan the heads of the organizational units shall be appointed without delay.
p.002006: (15) The university clinics and clinical institutes within faculties of medicine, established under the University
p.002006: Organization Act 1993, shall continue to exist and the heads thereof remain in office until the entry into effect of
p.002006: new organization plans at the respective medical universities. From 1 January 2004 these institutions shall be deemed
p.002006: to be organizational units of the clinical departments of these medical universities.
p.002006: (16) Universities shall, in addition to financial statements, submit to the Federal Minister reports on their
p.002006: activities, covering the entire spectrum of their services, by April 30, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
p.002006: (17) The Federal Minister shall, not later than the end of 2005, establish a global budget for university funding
p.002006: in the first performance agreement period in consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, and shall
p.002006: reach agreement in accordance with § 45 of the Federal Budget Act. Universities shall submit drafts of their
p.002006: first performance agreements, for the period from 2007 to 2009, to the Federal Minister by April 30, 2006.
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p.002006: submit the draft of the first performance agreement for the years 2007 to 2009.
p.002006: (18) Each university has until the time this Federal Act takes full effect
p.002006: Create inventory. This directory has the mobile and so far dedicated to the university
p.002006: immovable property, university liabilities towards third parties, in particular from
p.002006: Borrowing, as well as all bank accounts including securities holdings and third-party funds from the institutes
p.002006: (Clinics). This directory is also a listing of the day before the full
p.002006: If this federal law takes effect, staff employed at the university must be attached.
p.002006: (19) The Federal Minister has until September 30, 2006 a report on the
p.002006: Promotion of young talent and the development of the personnel structure of the universities.
p.002006: (20) The founding convention of each university has one representative by December 31, 2002 at the latest
p.002006: to be sent to the umbrella organization of universities. This representative's term of office ends
p.002006: with the sending of a new representative by the rectorate of the university concerned
p.002006: (Section 108 Paragraph 2).
p.002006: (21) The Rector of the University of Vienna has the constituent meeting of the umbrella organization of the
p.002006: Universities (§ 108) and to chair this meeting until the election of the chairperson.
p.002006: (22) If the steps required for implementation are not carried out in time, the
p.002006: necessary measures without setting a grace period by the Federal Minister by
p.002006: Replacement will be made.
p.002006: (23) Does a university submit a draft first performance agreement from the Federal Minister
p.002006: If the Federal Minister fails to do so in good time, the budget for the year in question is 98% of the budget for the previous year.
p.002006: (24) The faculty representations according to § 15 des
p.002006: Higher Education Act 1998 at the medical faculties of the universities of Vienna, Graz and
p.002006: Innsbruck for the medical, human medicine, dentistry and doctoral studies of the
p.002006: practice medical science regarding the implementation of the provisions of the
p.002006: University Act 2002 to December 31, 2003 also the function of university representatives
p.002006: of students according to § 13 of the
p.002006: (18) Every university shall prepare an inventory by the time of the entry of this Act into full effect. Search inventory
p.002006: shall set forth the movable and immovable assets with which the university has hitherto been endowed, and its
p.002006: liabilities to third parties, particularly loans; all bank accounts including security accounts; as well as the
p.002006: third-party funds of institutes (or clinics). A schedule listing the staff employed at the university on the day
p.002006: before the entry of this Act into full effect shall be appended to this inventory.
p.002006: (19) The Federal Minister shall submit to the universities a report on the career advancement for junior academics and
p.002006: future developments with regard to university staffing not later than 30 September 2006.
p.002006: (20) The constituent convention of each university shall appoint a representative to the national university federation
p.002006: not later than December 31, 2002. The term of office of such representative shall end upon the appointment of a new
p.002006: representative by the rectorate of the university concerned (§ 108 para 2).
p.002006: (21) The rector of the University of Vienna shall call the constituent meeting of the national university federation (§
p.002006: 108), and shall preside over this meeting until the election of a chairperson.
p.002006: (22) In case that the necessary implementing measures are not taken in a timely manner, the Federal Minister may take
p.002006: the necessary action him- / herself by official notification without granting an extension.
p.002006: (23) If a university fails to submit a draft initial performance agreement to the Federal Minister within the appointed
p.002006: period, the budget of that university for the year in question shall be 98 per cent of its budget for the previous
p.002006: year.
p.002006: (24) The faculty representatives (§ 15 of the Students ’Union Act 1998) of the medical faculties of the Universities of
p.002006: Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck for medicine, human medicine, dental medicine and doctoral studies in medical science shall,
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p.002006: § 140. (1) Title to the movable assets and immovable assets of organizational units with restricted legal capacity
p.002006: universities and universities of the arts, as well as all associated rights and obligations, claims and debts, shall
p.002006: pass to the respective universities by universal succession on the day when this Act enters into full effect at the
p.002006: universities concerned.
p.002006: (2) Title to the movable assets and immovable assets of a faculty of medicine with restricted legal capacity or one of
p.002006: its organizational units with restricted legal
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p.002006: Facilities goes including all related rights and legal relationships,
p.002006: Receivables and debts with the day this federal law takes full effect on the
p.002006: Medical University by way of universal succession to the Medical University, which the
p.002006: Successor institution of the relevant medical faculty is.
p.002006: (3) The right of ownership to the movable and immovable property of the partially legal inter-university institutions
p.002006: according to § 136 para. 4 to 11 includes all associated rights and legal relationships, claims and debts
p.002006: with the day of the full effect of this federal law by way of universal succession to the
p.002006: University mentioned in each of these legislative bodies.
p.002006: (4) The universities have to ensure that existing requirements, conditions and dedications
p.002006: is met as best as possible. An internal personal third party allocation of the
p.002006: the associated asset is not excluded.
p.002006: capacity, as well as all associated rights and obligations, claims and debts, shall pass to the medical university,
p.002006: which is the successor institution of that faculty of medicine by universal succession on the day when this Act
p.002006: enters into full effect at the medical university concerned.
p.002006: (3) Title to the movable and immovable assets of the inter-university institutions with restricted legal capacity named
p.002006: in § 136 paras 4 to 11 as well as the associated rights and obligations, claims and debts shall pass to the
p.002006: universities named in these provisions by universal succession on the day when this Act enters into full effect.
p.002006: (4) The universities shall ensure that existing conditions of use and dedications of assets to specific purposes are
p.002006: complied with to the maximum possible extent. Internal ad personam allocation of assets shall not be excluded thereby.
p.002006: 5a. section
p.002006: Chapter 5a
p.002006: Association of Universities Merger of
p.002006: Universities
p.002006: succession
p.002006: Legal succession
p.002006: Section 140a. (1) Two or more universities can be combined by federal law (Section 6 paras. 3 to 6). The
p.002006: Unification framework according to
p.002006: Section 6 (4) also has to determine the legal succession.
p.002006: (2) If a medical university participating in an association is not the successor university,
p.002006: So is for this area from the right-following university through the organizational plan
p.002006: to set up a medical school.
p.002006: (3) The rights and obligations from the performance agreements of the participating universities go with the time
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p.002006: conciliation Commission
p.002006: Arbitration Committee
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee is responsible for deciding on applications pursuant to Section 13 (8)
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee consists of a judge of the active status as chairman
p.002006: or chairman and four assessors. The chairperson and a deputy for
p.002006: the case of prevention is to be announced by the Federal Minister on the proposal of the President
p.002006: Appoint presidents of the Supreme Court for a term of five years. A
p.002006: Reappointment is permitted. In each individual case, the rectorate will approve two assessors in agreement with the
p.002006: University council of the participating university and of the Federal Minister upon request
p.002006: the chairperson is posted for the duration of the ongoing proceedings. The arbitration board is
p.002006: quorate when all members are present. It takes its decisions with a majority of votes; abstention
p.002006: is not permitted.
p.002006: (3) The assessors must have a corresponding job in scientific teaching and
p.002006: Research or university management, which is used for the professional assessment of questions of
p.002006: Management and funding of universities qualified. The members of the
p.002006: Arbitration commission may not work for the affairs of the universities
p.002006: responsible federal ministry and not members of the university according to § 94 of the participating university.
p.002006: You may not be members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the
p.002006: Federal Council or other general representative body and officials of a political party and
p.002006: Individuals who have performed any of these functions in the past four years. They must also
p.002006: Ensure independence and impartiality towards the parties to the process.
p.002006: (4) The Arbitration Commission has the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991
p.002006: apply, unless this federal law instructs otherwise. The arbitration commission are from the
p.002006: Parties all relevant information (personal data according to Art. 4 No. 1 of the Regulation (EU)
p.002006: 2016/679 for the protection of natural persons during processing
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee shall be established at the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research to
p.002006: hear applications according to § 13 para 8.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee shall consist of a serving judge as chairperson and four lay members. The Federal
p.002006: Minister shall appoint the chairperson and a deputy chairperson to serve in the case of the chairperson’s
p.002006: indisposition, for a term of five years on the recommendation of the President of the Supreme Court of Justice. Re-
p.002006: election is permissible. Two lay members shall be delegated by the rectorate in consultation with the
p.002006: university council of the university in question, and two by the Federal Minister on request of the chairperson,
p.002006: for the duration of the current proceeding. The arbitration committee shall require the presence of all members
p.002006: for a quorum. It shall resolve by a simple majority of the votes cast; abstention is prohibited.
p.002006: (3) The lay members must hold respective positions in academic teaching or research, or university management that
p.002006: qualify them to make informed judgments on university management and finance issues. The arbitrators may not be
p.002006: employees of the federal ministry in charge of higher education matters, and may not be members, in the
p.002006: meaning of § 94, of the university concerned. They may not be members of the federal or provincial governments,
p.002006: the National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular representative body, or officers of political parties or
p.002006: persons who have exercised such functions within the past four years. They must, further, be in a position to maintain
p.002006: independence and impartiality with regard to the parties to the proceeding.
p.002006: (4) The arbitration committee shall apply the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991 to the procedure, unless
p.002006: otherwise specified by this Act. The parties shall furnish the arbitration committee with all information (personal
p.002006: data according to Art 4 No 1 of the Regualtion (EU) 2016/679 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the
p.002006: processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and
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p.002006: personal data, the free movement of data and the repeal of Directive 95/46 / EC
p.002006: [General Data Protection Regulation], OJ. No.L 119 dated 04.05.2016 p. 1, [hereinafter: GDPR] and others
p.002006: Information). If necessary, it can also appoint suitable persons as experts
p.002006: use. For the rest, the rules of procedure of the Arbitration Commission are from the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Ministers to be regulated by ordinance after hearing the chairperson. Before issuing a notice
p.002006: the arbitration commission has to conclude or amicably amend one
p.002006: Service agreement to work within a four-week period from the application.
p.002006: (5) The Federal Minister has the chairperson or their deputy
p.002006: to be revoked by notice from the office if it emerges that the requirements for the appointment were not met
p.002006: or they are guilty of gross violation or permanent neglect of their official duties
p.002006: to have. If the chairperson is removed, the deputy is for the
p.002006: Duration of ongoing proceedings until a new chairperson is appointed.
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p.002006: University Council and is to be dealt with in the next meeting of the University Council. The
p.002006: University organs are obliged to provide the University Council with all relevant information
p.002006: (2) The university council or at least two members of the university council together shall be entitled to request
p.002006: information on all and any matters concerning the university. The statement shall be forwarded to the university
p.002006: council and shall be dealt with in the next meeting of the university council. The university governing bodies shall
p.002006: be obliged to provide the university council with all relevant
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p.002006: To provide information, business items and documents related to that of the University Council
p.002006: Submit designated items, conduct surveys ordered by him and carry out on-site inspections
p.002006: and have the job done. At most, this can also include personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The University Council consists of five, seven or nine members who hold responsible positions in
p.002006: society, especially science, culture or business, are or were active and based on
p.002006: Because of their excellent knowledge and experience, they contribute to achieving the goals and tasks of
p.002006: University can afford. The Senate has a say in changing the size of the University Council
p.002006: Two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the Federal Government, State Secretaries and
p.002006: State Secretaries, members of a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council or one
p.002006: other general representative body and officials of a political party and persons who do not belong
p.002006: have performed any of these functions in the past four years or have worked at the relevant university in the
p.002006: have been a member of the Rectorate for the past four years.
p.002006: (5) The members of the University Council may not include any university members in accordance with sections 125, 132 and 133
p.002006: University employees, no members or substitute members of the
p.002006: Arbitration commission of the university, no members of a supreme body of another university and none
p.002006: Members of staff responsible for university affairs
p.002006: Federal Ministry. Membership in more than one university council is not permitted.
p.002006: Business relationships between a member of the University Council and the university require the approval of
p.002006: the University Council, which may only be issued if there is no bias. Possible
p.002006: Conflicts of interest must be reported to the University Council immediately. A member of a
p.002006: University council may not have any directives or control relationships with any other member
p.002006: of the same university council.
p.002006: (6) The following five, seven or nine members belong to the University Council in accordance with paragraph 3:
p.002006: information, to submit all documents relating to matters specified by it, to undertake investigations required by it,
p.002006: and to initiate investigations in situ. This can, if need be, also include personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The university council shall consist of five, seven or nine members, who shall be past or present holders of
p.002006: responsible positions, especially in academic, cultural or business life, and whose exceptional knowledge and
p.002006: experience are such as to enable them to contribute to the attainment of the objectives and the fulfillment of the tasks
p.002006: of the university. Any change in the size of the university council shall be for resolution of the senate and shall
p.002006: require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the federal government, state secretaries, members of a provincial government, members of the
p.002006: National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular representative body, and officers of political parties or
p.002006: persons who have exercised such functions within the past four years or who were members of the rectorate at the
p.002006: respective university in the past four years shall be excluded from membership in the university council.
p.002006: (5) Members of the university council shall not be members of the university in the meaning of §§ 125, 132 and
p.002006: 133, employees of the university, members or substitute members of the arbitration board of the university,
p.002006: members of the highest university governing bodies of another university, or employees of the federal
p.002006: ministry in charge of higher education. Membership of more than one university council shall not be
p.002006: permissible. Business relations between a member of the university council and the university shall be subject
p.002006: to approval by the university council, which may only be given in the absence of a conflict of interest.
p.002006: The members shall report possible conflicts of interest immediately to the university council. A member of a
p.002006: university council shall not be in a relationship of authority or control with another member of the same university
p.002006: council.
p.002006: (6) The membership of the university council shall, pursuant to para 3, comprise five, seven or nine members, namely:
p.002006: 1. two, three or four members elected by the Senate; 1. two, three or four
p.002006: members elected by the senate;
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p.002006: 2. Two, three or four members approved by the Federal Government on the proposal of the
p.002006: Federal Minister may be appointed;
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p.002006: adequate female representation.
p.002006: (6) Membership of the Science Council is excluded: (6) The following shall be
p.002006: excluded from membership of the Science Council:
p.002006: 1. Academic officials of the universities according to
p.002006: Section 6 (1), universities of teacher education according to Section 1 (1) and (2) HG and those in Austria according to Sections 23 and 24
p.002006: HS-QSG accredited universities of applied sciences, universities of applied sciences and private universities;
p.002006: 2. Employees of for universities and universities of teacher education
p.002006: responsible federal ministries and
p.002006: 3. Members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council
p.002006: or any other general
p.002006: 1. officers of the universities named in § 6 para 1, of the university colleges of teacher education named in § 1 paras
p.002006: 1 and 2 HG, and of accredited Austrian universities of applied sciences, university of applied sciences programs and
p.002006: private universities under sections 23 and 24 HS-QSG;
p.002006: 2. Employees of the federal ministries in charge of the universities and university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education; and
p.002006: 3. members of the federal or provincial governments, the National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular
p.002006: representative body, and officers of
p.002006: 163 of 205
p.002006: Representative body, political party officials, and individuals performing any of these functions in the past four
p.002006: Have exercised for years.
p.002006: political parties or persons who have exercised such functions during the past four years.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 7 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) (7) [removed]
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council is to be determined by the Federal Government on the occasion of
p.002006: Order to be set at three or six years and begins with the order. A one-time reappointment is
p.002006: allowed. If a member of the Science Council leaves prematurely, the
p.002006: to withdraw a new member.
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council shall be determined by the Federal Government
p.002006: as either three or six years when they are appointed and shall commence with the appointment. reappointment
p.002006: shall be permissible for one term. In case of the premature termination of the service of a member of the Science
p.002006: Council, a replacement shall be appointed for the remainder of the term of office of the departing member.
p.002006: (9) Membership in the Science Council ends (9) Membership
p.002006: of the Science Council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office, 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
p.002006: 2. by waiver,
p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal,
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. by death.
p.002006: 4. death.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister convenes the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The
p.002006: or the chairman is elected from among the majority of the members. The Science Council gives one
p.002006: Rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may appoint a member of the Science Council at the request of the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister or at the request of the majority of the members of the Science Council because of a serious
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p.002006: (8) If the rectorate of a university or a public university college of teacher education has, or the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, have regulated
p.002006: admission to a study program according to paras 4 and 5 by decree or agreement, either by an admission procedure
p.002006: prior to admission, or by selecting students no later than one semester after admission, the registration dates and the
p.002006: dates for the procedure, the requirements for and the procedure as such, as well as the examinable material
p.002006: relevant for its successful completion shall, wherever possible, be coordinated with the other universities, university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private
p.002006: universities offering the same study programs.
p.002006: (9) If an applicant is not admitted to the study program after completion of the admission procedure, the
p.002006: rectorate shall, upon request, issue an official notification in this regard. The applicant shall be entitled
p.002006: to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against this official notification. Section 46 para 2, second to fourth
p.002006: sentence, shall not apply.
p.002006: Supplementary Provisions Relating to the Admission to Degree Programs Subject to the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: Section 71c. (1) The rectorate may limit admission to bachelor's and master's as well as diploma and doctoral programs
p.002006: that are subject to German nation-wide numerous-clausus restrictions in medicine, psychology, veterinary
p.002006: medicine and dental medicine by means of either an admission procedure prior to admission or a selection up to two
p.002006: semesters after admission at the latest, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level
p.002006: design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Prior to such a decision, the senate shall have the
p.002006: opportunity to give its opinion within a period of six weeks. The rectorate shall submit its decision,
p.002006: together with any opinion expressed by the senate, for approval
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p.002006: The Rectorate has the approval of the University Council for approval, including any opinion from the Senate
p.002006: required. If the University Council does not make a decision within four weeks of submission, the determination is considered to be
p.002006: approved.
p.002006: (2) In the studies of human and dental medicine, psychology and veterinary medicine, in the sense of a
p.002006: the following number of study places for new students
p.002006: - Beginners are made available in increasing numbers per study year and study across Austria:
p.002006: to the university council. In case that the university council fails to reach a decision within four weeks of
p.002006: submission, the decision shall be deemed to have been approved.
p.002006: (2) For the degree programs in human and dental medicine, psychology, and veterinary medicine, the following
p.002006: number of study places for first-year students shall be offered gradually for each academic year and degree
p.002006: programs nationally with a view to a demand-oriented growth in study places:
p.002006: Total studies
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p.002006: summer semester after 31 January;
p.002006: 2. Obtaining the general university entrance qualification for the winter semester after August 31 and for the
p.002006: summer semester after 31 January;
p.002006: 3. Persons completing their compulsory community service, military service, training service or a year of voluntary
p.002006: work in the social sector, provided that they completed their service or received their conscription order and did not
p.002006: begin their service or, prior to the end of the special admission period, discontinued or took a leave from their
p.002006: service by August 31 or January 31;
p.002006: 4. Persons who establish that unforeseeable and unpreventable circumstances during the entire general admission period
p.002006: precluded them from observing the deadline and that this was beyond their control or only due to a minor oversight on
p.002006: their part;
p.002006: 5. Persons who submit evidence that employment or internships precluded them from submitting an application
p.002006: within the entire general admission period;
p.002006: 6. Persons who submit evidence that a stay abroad due to unavoidable circumstances precluded them from
p.002006: submitting an application within the entire general admission period.
p.002006: Further reasons can be specified in the statutes. Additional exceptions
p.002006: may be laid down in the statutes.
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p.002006: (3) The general admission period applies to: (3) The
p.002006: general admission period shall be applicable to:
p.002006: 1. Austrian citizens; 1.
p.002006: Austrian citizens;
p.002006: 2. Nationals of an EU or EEA country; 2nd nationals of
p.002006: a EU or EEA country;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons, one limited to a maximum of two semesters
p.002006: Admission to study in Austria either on the basis of transnational EU, state or university
p.002006: Mobility programs, including joint study programs, or after completing foreign ones
p.002006: Studies in one of the first diploma exams of the chosen diploma course or in a
p.002006: Strive for a corresponding Bachelor's degree;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons seeking admission for studies in Austria for a maximum of two
p.002006: semesters either under transnational EU, state or university mobility programs including joint
p.002006: diploma programs or on successful completion of studies abroad equivalent to a pass in the first diploma examination
p.002006: in the diploma programs selected or a bachelor degree;
p.002006: 4. Groups of people based on the Ordinance on Groups of People; 4. groups of persons
p.002006: designated by decree of the Federal Minister on Groups
p.002006: of persons;
p.002006: 5. All applicants at universities in accordance with
p.002006: Section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21.
p.002006: (4) For all other foreign nationals and stateless persons, the university can take part in the
p.002006: Statutes set a different special admission period.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate is taking into account the duration and the implementation period
p.002006: authorized for admission to university courses and for admission to regular studies within the framework
p.002006: EU, state or university transnational mobility programs, including shared
p.002006: Study programs to make a different regulation for the general admission period.
p.002006: 5. all applicants at one of the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21.
p.002006: (4) For all other foreign nationals and stateless persons, the university may lay down a divergent special admission
p.002006: period in the statutes.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall be entitled to make other arrangements for the general admission period for certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education and degree programs under transnational EU, state or university
p.002006: mobility programs including joint diploma programs, having regard to the duration thereof.
p.002006: Registration for the continuation of the course Registration for
p.002006: the Continuation of Studies
p.002006: Section 62. (1) Students are obliged to within the general admission period or the grace period
p.002006: every semester of the university where admission to the course exists, the continuation of the course
p.002006: Report.
p.002006: (2) The registration of the continuation of the course is ineffective as long as the student fees including any
p.002006: Special contributions in accordance with the provisions of the HSG 2014 and any tuition fees have not been received.
p.002006: (3) The effect of registering the continuation of studies for one semester extends until the end of the
p.002006: Grace period for the immediately following semester, provided that the admission to study has not yet expired.
p.002006: Section 62. (1) Students are obliged to register for the continuation of their studies within the general admission
p.002006: period or extension period of each semester at the university where admission has been granted.
p.002006: (2) Registrations for the continuation of studies shall be invalid if any students ’fees and any extraordinary
p.002006: contributions pursuant to the provisions of the HSG 2014 and any tuition fees payable have not been received.
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p.002006: study programs selected;
p.002006: 3. the knowledge of the German language necessary for the exercise of the respective profession and
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language required for the practice of the respective profession; and
p.002006: 4. the suitability for studying and the respective professional activity. 4. the aptitude for the
p.002006: studies and the respective profession.
p.002006: (2) People who are already on another course of study for which admission is being sought
p.002006: domestic university or college of education were admitted with the application for admission
p.002006: Submit certificate of departure from this university or teacher training college.
p.002006: (3) If the general and special university entrance qualifications are proven, the following are to be admitted indefinitely:
p.002006: (2) Persons applying to study a subject for which they have already been admitted by another Austrian
p.002006: university or university college of teacher education must submit their leaving certificate of this university or
p.002006: university college of teacher education together with the application.
p.002006: (3) The following shall be admitted for an indefinite period on presentation of proof of possession of a general and a
p.002006: special university entrance qualification:
p.002006: 1. Austrian citizens; 1.
p.002006: Austrian citizens;
p.002006: 2. Nationals of an EU or EEA country; 2nd nationals of
p.002006: a EU or EEA country;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons, if they are reasonable in the course in question
p.002006: Study conditions (para. 4) exist;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals or stateless persons, provided that the conditions for study of the subject concerned
p.002006: are acceptable in the countries concerned (para 4);
p.002006: 4. Groups of people based on the Ordinance on Groups of People. 4. groups of persons
p.002006: designated by decree of the Federal Minister on Groups
p.002006: of persons.
p.002006: (4) The Senate is entitled, based on the ratio between teachers and students in a course of study
p.002006: Study conditions determined by the further admission of foreign nationals and
p.002006: Stateless persons would be unacceptable in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 3. In this case, the Senate has to determine how many of these people
p.002006: can be admitted every semester without unacceptable study conditions, and according to which
p.002006: Criteria that are limited in number. It is allowed to be a preferred one
p.002006: To decide on the admission of applicants from developing countries. This
p.002006: Definitions are to be announced in the university newsletter.
p.002006: (5) If proof of general and special university entrance qualifications are not taken into account, any decisions
p.002006: to be admitted for a limited period in accordance with paragraph 4:
p.002006: 1.People who participate in university mobility programs, including joint study programs,
p.002006: participate for the duration of the approved program participation;
p.002006: (4) The senate shall be entitled, on the basis of the student-teacher ratio, to determine the point at
p.002006: which study conditions in a program of study would become unacceptable if additional foreign nationals
p.002006: or stateless persons in the meaning of para 3 subpara 3 were admitted. In such cases, determine the senate shall
p.002006: how many such persons may be admitted per semester without giving rise to unacceptable study conditions,
p.002006: and establish criteria for any limits to admission numbers. It is permissible to accord preferential
p.002006: treatment to applicants from developing countries. Such enactments shall be published in the university gazette.
p.002006: (5) The following shall be granted temporary admission upon furnishing proof of possession of a general and a special
p.002006: university entrance qualification, regardless of any enactments under para 4:
p.002006: 1. persons participating in university mobility programs including joint diploma programs, for the duration
p.002006: of authorized participation therein;
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p.002006: 2. People who only want to use distance learning courses based on cooperation agreements for
p.002006: at most two semesters;
p.002006: 3. foreign nationals and stateless persons in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 3, who after completing foreign studies in one
p.002006: corresponding to the first diploma examination of the chosen diploma course or a bachelor's degree
p.002006: Strive for admission to study in Austria for a maximum of two semesters.
p.002006: 2. persons wishing only to make use of distance learning course offerings based on co-operation agreements,
p.002006: for a maximum of two semesters;
p.002006: 3. foreign nationals and stateless persons in the meaning of para 3 subpara 3 seeking admission to study programs in
p.002006: Austria on successful completion of studies abroad equivalent to the first diploma examination of the diploma program
p.002006: selected or a bachelor’s degree, for a maximum of two semesters.
p.002006: An extension of the respective time limit is not permitted. Extension of these
p.002006: limited terms is impermissible.
p.002006: (6) The temporary admission according to Paragraph 5 Z 1 and 2 presupposes that a cooperation contract between the involved
p.002006: Educational institutions exist that set the conditions for collaboration, student exchange and the
p.002006: Implementation regulates in more detail. With the nomination by the
p.002006: Partner education institutions are considered general and special university entrance qualifications
p.002006: demonstrated.
p.002006: (7) After the expiry of the admission due to the negative assessment at the last permissible repetition of one
p.002006: Examination is the new admission to the university or, in the case of jointly established studies, to the
p.002006: participating educational institutions for those studies where the completion of the same exam is mandatory
p.002006: is not permitted. In the case of a teacher training course at secondary level (general education) is one of them
p.002006: in deviation, a new admission to study only for those subjects
p.002006: or specializations where the same examination is not mandatory
p.002006: is. If admission to a teacher training program expires on the basis of Section 68 Paragraph 1 No. 7, this is a new one
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p.002006: relevant studies are offered, a determination of the number of study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners in terms of a needs-based study place development and under
p.002006: Consideration of previous student numbers. In the study of human medicine, the protection of the
p.002006: to ensure protection interests regulated in paragraph 5.
p.002006: (3) For the degree programs under para 2, the performance agreements of those universities offering the respective
p.002006: programs shall stipulate the number of study places for students beginning their studies with a view to a
p.002006: demand-oriented growth in study places and taking into account the past number of students. In the degree programs
p.002006: for human medicine and dental medicine, it shall be ensured that the interests under para 5 are also protected.
p.002006: (4) Section 71b (7) with the exception of Z 4 and (9) shall apply. (4) Section 71b para 7, with the
p.002006: exception of subpara 4, and para 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (5) In the human medicine course, the right to education and access to higher education is held by the owners
p.002006: and holders of secondary school-leaving certificates issued in Austria due to increased influx of owners
p.002006: Maturity certificates not issued in Austria are severely restricted and public health
p.002006: including maintaining a balanced, accessible and high-quality medical
p.002006: Supply to the population is impaired. Without prejudice to the admission procedure in accordance with Paragraph 1, the
p.002006: 95% of the total study places for the homogeneity of the education system in the study of human medicine
p.002006: New students to EU citizens and them with regard to the
p.002006: Subject to equal access to study programs. 75% of the total study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners are available to holders of secondary school leaving certificates issued in Austria.
p.002006: (6) The Rectorate is entitled, in other medical and veterinary studies, to
p.002006: Admission to these studies by regulation either through an admission process prior to admission or
p.002006: through the selection of students up to one semester after admission at the latest
p.002006: (5) For the programs in human medicine, the right to education and to access to higher education of persons with
p.002006: Austrian secondary-school leaving certificates has been substantially curtailed due to the increased influx of persons
p.002006: with foreign secondary-school leaving certificates, and public health including the maintenance of comprehensive and
p.002006: high-quality medical care accessible to the entire population, is affected. Regardless of the admission procedure under
p.002006: para 1, a total of 95% of all places for first-year students in the program in human medicine shall be reserved for
p.002006: EU citizens and those persons who are accorded the same rights to access to higher education in order to safeguard
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p.002006: 5. “Night workers” means workers who work at least three hours during the night either regularly or, unless
p.002006: otherwise provided for by the collective contract, at least 48 nights per calendar year.
p.002006: (2a) The normal working week is 40 hours unless otherwise provided for by the collective contract.
p.002006: (3) Daily working time may not exceed 13 hours. Weekly working time may not exceed an average of 48 hours within a
p.002006: reference period of up to 17 weeks or 60 hours in single weeks within the reference period.
p.002006: (4) The daily working time of night workers may not exceed an average of eight hours within a reference period of 17
p.002006: weeks.
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p.002006: (5) If the total duration of the working time is more than six hours, the working time is due to a break from
p.002006: to interrupt for at least 30 minutes.
p.002006: (6) After the end of the daily working hours, the employees have an uninterrupted one
p.002006: Grant a rest period of at least eleven hours.
p.002006: (7) Within a period from Monday to Sunday inclusive, the employees
p.002006: to grant an uninterrupted rest period of 36 hours. The extent of the weekly rest period can be up
p.002006: 24 hours if the employee receives one within 14 days
p.002006: average weekly rest period of 36 hours is guaranteed.
p.002006: (7a) As far as operational requirements do not conflict, Sundays and public holidays (§ 7 para. 2
p.002006: and 3 of the Rest of Work Act).
p.002006: (8) Night workers are entitled to a day job at their request
p.002006: transfer if their health is proven to be impaired by night work and transfer to
p.002006: a job with daily work is possible for operational reasons.
p.002006: (9) Night workers are entitled to free examinations of their
p.002006: Health status before starting work and afterwards at regular intervals. These examinations are
p.002006: special investigations according to § 51 of the Workers Protection Act (ASchG), Federal Law Gazette No. 450/1994.
p.002006: (10) A collective contract can reduce the uninterrupted rest period in accordance with paragraph 6 to eight hours.
p.002006: Such reductions in the rest period are within the next two weeks by correspondingly extending another
p.002006: compensate for daily or weekly rest. Furthermore, the
p.002006: Calculation period for the weekly working time according to paragraph 3 up to twelve months and for the
p.002006: weekly rest period according to paragraph 7 can be extended to two months. Deviations due to collective agreement
p.002006: are only permitted if the employees concerned have equivalent rest periods
p.002006: be granted.
p.002006: (11) Unless the offense is subject to a more severe penalty according to other regulations, the employer is from
p.002006: punish the district administrative authority with a fine of 36 euros up to 1,500 euros if
p.002006: (5) If the total duration of hours of work amounts to more than six hours, working time shall be
p.002006: interrupted by a rest break of at least 30 minutes.
p.002006: (6) After daily working time, employees shall be given an uninterrupted rest period of at least 11 hours.
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p.002006: and scientists and artists in research or in the development and development of the
p.002006: To take care of the arts and teaching. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (5a) The head of an organizational unit with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
p.002006: Development and development of the arts and the teaching of art can be done by the rectorate because of a
p.002006: serious breach of duty, a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability
p.002006: or are recalled from their position due to a loss of trust.
p.002006: (6) Every university has to issue a newsletter and on the Internet on the university's homepage
p.002006: to make it publicly available. In particular, the following must be announced in the newsletter:
p.002006: 1. Statutes, development plan and organizational plan including personnel allocation;
p.002006: of the arts, and teaching. In so doing, they shall have regard for scientific and artistic freedom, and for the need to
p.002006: leave sufficient scope for scientists and artists to pursue their research, artistic and teaching activities. The
p.002006: detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: (5a) The rectorate may dismiss the head of an organizational unit with research and teaching responsibilities or
p.002006: responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching because of severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on
p.002006: reasonable grounds.
p.002006: (6) Every university shall publish a university gazette and provide public access to the same on its website. The
p.002006: university gazette shall, in particular, be used to publish:
p.002006: 1. statute, development plan and an organization plan including the assignments of personnel;
p.002006: 2. opening balance;
p.002006: 2. opening balance sheet;
p.002006: 3. Service agreement immediately after its conclusion, closing of accounts and
p.002006: Knowledge balance immediately after it has been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. performance agreement immediately upon its conclusion, financial statements and intellectual capital
p.002006: report immediately after they have been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 4. Regulations and rules of procedure of organs; 4. decrees enacted by,
p.002006: and rules of procedure of governing bodies;
p.002006: 5. guidelines of the management bodies; 5th
p.002006: directives issued by management bodies:
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 7. Academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for the
p.002006: Graduates of university courses;
p.002006: 8. communications to students and other statements of general interest;
p.002006: 7. academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for graduates of certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education;
p.002006: 8. announcements to students and other announcements of general interest;
p.002006: 9. Announcement and results of elections; 9th
p.002006: advertisements and results of elections;
p.002006: 10. Vacancies for positions and management positions; 10. advertisements
p.002006: of posts and management positions;
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p.002006: 4. through death;
p.002006: 4. death;
p.002006: 5. by the end of the ten-year term. 5th expiry
p.002006: of the ten-year term of office.
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may appoint a member of the University Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function. A dismissal presupposes corresponding decisions of the Senate and the Rectorate,
p.002006: both of which require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The Rectorate, the Chair of the Senate, the Chair of the Working Group for
p.002006: Equality issues and the chairperson of the student body at the
p.002006: University concerned have the right to attend the University Council meetings
p.002006: Agenda items that relate to their area of responsibility. The chairs of the two works councils
p.002006: Pursuant to Section 135 (3), invitations are to be made and each has the right to participate in the meetings
p.002006: to put all items on the agenda as well as to put additional items on the agenda that are associated with the
p.002006: Exercise her function as a works council within the framework of her internal interest awareness competence
p.002006: according to the Labor Constitution Act (ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette No. 22/1974, directly in
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may, by order, dismiss a member of the university council because of severe misconduct,
p.002006: conviction of a criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment. Such dismissal shall be subject
p.002006: to consonant resolutions of the senate and rectorate, in both cases requiring a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The rectorate, the chairperson of the senate, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities and the
p.002006: chairperson of the Austrian Students ’Union at the university in question shall be entitled to a hearing on agenda
p.002006: items relating to their functions at meetings of the university council. The chairpersons of the two employee’s
p.002006: councils under § 135 para 3 shall be invited to all meetings of the university council and shall be
p.002006: entitled to participate in the meetings, to file an application for all agenda items, and to request any
p.002006: additional items to be added to the agenda that are directly related to their duties as employees' councils under the
p.002006: Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974, and that fall within the responsibility of the university council. They
p.002006: shall have the right to vote on these items, but decisions on them shall be subject to a two-thirds majority vote of
p.002006: the members present. The
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p.002006: Are related and fall within the competence of the University Council. You are at these points
p.002006: entitled to vote, whereby decisions in this regard require a two-thirds majority of those present. The
p.002006: A copy of the minutes of the meetings of the
p.002006: University Council to transmit.
p.002006: (16) The Rectorate has given the University Council the personnel and resources required to perform its tasks
p.002006: Provide material resources and the necessary rooms.
p.002006: chairpersons of the two employee’s councils shall receive a copy of the minutes of the meetings of the university
p.002006: council without delay.
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p.002006: (5) The Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty, one
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The dismissal can be made at the request of the Senate
p.002006: or ex officio by the University Council. In the first case, the simple one is in both organs
p.002006: Majority of all members required; in the second case the decision in the university council requires the
p.002006: Two-thirds majority of all members, the Senate is to be heard. This ends with the effectiveness of the dismissal
p.002006: Rector's employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: (2) The university council shall advertise the post of the rector upon approval by the senate, no later than eight
p.002006: months prior to the expected availability of the post or within three months after dismissal or resignation. only
p.002006: persons with international experience and the necessary abilities to manage a university’s organization and
p.002006: finances may be selected as rector.
p.002006: (3) The rector shall be selected from a shortlist of three candidates proposed by the senate, and shall be
p.002006: appointed for a term of four years. A re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (4) The rector’s employment contract and target agreement shall be concluded with the university council.
p.002006: (5) The university council may dismiss the rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, or
p.002006: mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. Such dismissal may be effected on
p.002006: application of the senate or by the university council acting ex officio. In the former case, a simple majority of
p.002006: all members of both bodies shall be required, and in the latter a resolution of the university council passed by a
p.002006: two-thirds majority of all members, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into effect of the
p.002006: dismissal the employment contract of the rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: selection committee
p.002006: Search Committee
p.002006: § 23a. (1) The rector must be elected no later than four weeks after the advertisement
p.002006: Finding commission set up. The search committee includes the chair of the university council
p.002006: and the chair of the Senate.
p.002006: § 23a. (1) For the election of the rector, a search committee shall be established no more than four weeks after the
p.002006: advertisement of the post. The chairperson of the university council and the chairperson of the senate shall be members
p.002006: of the search committee.
p.002006: (2) The tasks of the Finding Committee are: (2) The search
p.002006: committee shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Review the applications received for the role of rector;
p.002006: 1. examining the applications received for the post of the rector;
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p.002006: 2. Active search for candidates for the role of rector;
p.002006: 3. Preparation of a proposal for the election of the rector to the Senate within a maximum of four
p.002006: Months from the tender. The proposal has the three most suitable for filling the position
p.002006: To contain candidates; the finding commission is entitled, too
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p.002006: the Vice-Rectors at the time of taking office on the proposal of the new Rector
p.002006: or the Vice-Rectors elected by the new Rector.
p.002006: (4) A Vice-Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty,
p.002006: a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The Rector can
p.002006: encourage the dismissal of a Vice-Rector from the University Council. The dismissal
p.002006: requires a two-thirds majority of all members of the University Council, the Senate must be heard. With effectiveness
p.002006: The deputy rector's employment relationship with the university ends upon dismissal.
p.002006: (2) The vice-rectors shall be selected by the university council from a shortlist of candidates nominated by the
p.002006: rector, after hearing the opinion of the senate, for a term of office corresponding to that of the rector. A
p.002006: re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (3) In case that the rector leaves office before expiry of his / her term or no new rector has been elected when the term
p.002006: of office expires, the term of office of the vice-rectors shall end when the vice-rectors elected on the
p.002006: recommendation of the new rector take up their functions.
p.002006: (4) The university council may dismiss a vice-rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a
p.002006: criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. The
p.002006: rector may initiate the dismissal of a vice-rector by the university council. Such dismissal shall require a two-thirds
p.002006: majority of all members of the university council, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into
p.002006: effect of the dismissal the employment contract of a vice-rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: senate
p.002006: Senate
p.002006: Section 25. (1) The Senate has the following tasks: Section 25. (1)
p.002006: The senate shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Adoption and amendment of the statutes on the proposal of the rectorate; 1. enacting and amending the
p.002006: statute as proposed by the rectorate;
p.002006: 2. Approval of the development plan drawn up by the rectorate within
p.002006: two months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the development plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 3. Approval of the draft organizational plan approved by the rectorate within two
p.002006: months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the organizational plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 4. Change in the size of the university council and election of members of the university council (§ 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1, Paragraph 6a and
p.002006: Paragraph 7);
p.002006: 5. Approval of the announcement for the role of Rector within two weeks of submission
p.002006: by the university council; if the Senate refuses to consent within two weeks, the
p.002006: 2. approving the draft development plan prepared by the rectorate within two months; if the senate fails to give
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p.002006: 1 as well as § 7b paragraphs 1 and 2 KAKuG) can be rejected by the rectorate because of a serious breach of duty
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: one reasoned
p.002006: § 32. (1) The rectorate shall appoint, on the basis of nominations from the university professors of the
p.002006: organizational unit concerned, a person with relevant qualifications - who is employed by the Federal Government and
p.002006: assigned to the university or who is employed by the university and possesses relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications - as the head of a organizational unit or a clinical section of a medical university or a faculty
p.002006: of medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para
p.002006: 1 and
p.002006: § 7b paras 1 and 2 Hospitals and Health Resorts Act). Only university members with relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications may be appointed as deputy heads. Prior to the appointment, the maintaining body of the attached
p.002006: hospital shall have the opportunity to give its opinion.
p.002006: (1a) The head of an organizational unit or a clinical section at a medical university or a faculty of
p.002006: medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para 1
p.002006: and § 7b paras 1 and 2 of the Hospitals and Health Resorts Act) may be dismissed by the rectorate due to severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds.
p.002006: Prior to the dismissal, the maintaining body of the attached hospital shall have the opportunity to give its opinion.
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p.002006: Loss of confidence from her or his function. This is before the dismissal
p.002006: To give legal entities of the hospital an opportunity to comment.
p.002006: (2) The appointment as head and deputy of the head
p.002006: or the head of an organizational unit or a clinical department named in paragraph 1
p.002006: to be carried out for a limited time.
p.002006: (3) The first-time inclusion of organizational units of a hospital in the clinical
p.002006: The area of a medical university or a university where a medical faculty is established,
p.002006: is only made at the same time as the appointment of a university professor
p.002006: University professor in accordance with § 98 to head the organizational unit concerned
p.002006: (University clinic, clinical institute, clinical department) effective in accordance with paragraph 1.
p.002006: (2) Appointments as the head or deputy head of an organizational unit or a clinical section under para 1
p.002006: shall initially be for a limited term.
p.002006: (3) The initial inclusion of organizational units of a hospital into the clinical department of a medical university or
p.002006: a university at which a faculty of medicine has been established shall become effective together with the appointment
p.002006: of a university professor under § 98 as the head of the respective organizational unit (university clinic,
p.002006: clinical institute, clinical section) under para 1.
p.002006: Reimbursement of costs to the hospital institution Reimbursement of Hospital
p.002006: Maintaining Bodies ’Costs
p.002006: § 33. The medical universities or the universities at which a medical faculty is established,
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p.002006: § 80. (1) One or more bachelor’s papers shall be prepared as part of bachelor’s programs. Detailed regulations for
p.002006: bachelor’s papers shall be established by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (2) In the treatment of the topic and the supervision of students, regard shall be given to the provisions of the
p.002006: Copyright Act, F.L.G. No 111/1936.
p.002006: Diploma and master theses
p.002006: Diploma and Master’s Theses
p.002006: Section 81. (1) A diploma or master's thesis must be written in the diploma or master's program. Especially
p.002006: Job-oriented studies with the exception of teacher training programs are permitted in the curriculum
p.002006: to provide other equivalent evidence instead of the diploma or master thesis. The drafting as
p.002006: Written exams are not permitted. More detailed provisions on supervision and assessment of diploma or
p.002006: Master's theses are in the statutes, more detailed provisions on the subject of the diploma or master's thesis are in the
p.002006: determine the respective curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The task of the diploma or master thesis is to be chosen so that for a student
p.002006: Students can complete and process the application within six months.
p.002006: (3) The joint processing of a topic by several students is permitted if the performance of the
p.002006: individual students can be assessed separately. Requires editing a topic to use the
p.002006: Funding or material resources from university facilities, the award is only permissible if the director
p.002006: Head of this facility has been informed about the intended award and not within a month
p.002006: because of a significant impairment of teaching and research.
p.002006: Section 81. (1) The preparation of diploma or master’s theses shall form part of diploma or master’s programs.
p.002006: In the case of studies with a particularly strong vocational orientation, except teacher training programs, it
p.002006: is permissible to provide for another equivalent means of demonstrating proficiency in place of the diploma or
p.002006: master’s thesis. This may not take the form of a written examination. Detailed regulations for the supervision and
p.002006: assessment of diploma and master’s theses shall be established by the statute, and those governing the
p.002006: topics by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (2) The assignments for diploma or master’s theses shall be so chosen that it is reasonable to expect a student to
p.002006: complete them within six months.
p.002006: (3) A number of students may jointly address a topic provided that the performance of individual students
p.002006: can be assessed. In case that treatment of a topic requires the use of financial or material resources
p.002006: furnished by a university organizational unit, assignment of the topic is only permissible if notice of
p.002006: the intention to assign it is given to the head of that unit and he / she does not prohibit it within one month
p.002006: because of potential significant interference with the unit’s teaching and research activities.
p.002006: (4) Section 80 (2) also applies to diploma and master theses. (4) Section 80 para 2
p.002006: shall apply only to diploma and master’s theses.
p.002006: Artistic diploma and master theses
p.002006: Diploma and Master’s Submissions
p.002006: § 82. (1) An artistic diploma or master's thesis must be created in artistic studies. The
p.002006: Students are entitled to replace the
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p.002006: 4. death.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister convenes the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The
p.002006: or the chairman is elected from among the majority of the members. The Science Council gives one
p.002006: Rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may appoint a member of the Science Council at the request of the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister or at the request of the majority of the members of the Science Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function.
p.002006: (12) The Science Council has a quorum if at least half of the members are present in person.
p.002006: Voice transmissions are not permitted.
p.002006: (13) The Science Council is entitled to invite domestic and foreign experts to the meetings and
p.002006: To set up working groups.
p.002006: (14) The members of the Science Council receive remuneration for their work
p.002006: Federal Minister is to be determined.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister shall convene the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The members shall elect a
p.002006: chairperson from among their number. The Science Council shall adopt rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may, on application of the Federal Minister or of a majority of the members of the Science
p.002006: Council, by official notification, dismiss a member of the Council due to severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal
p.002006: Offence, or mental incapacity or health impairment.
p.002006: (12) The Science Council shall have a quorum when at least half of the members are present. Voting by proxy is
p.002006: impermissible.
p.002006: (13) The Science Council shall be entitled to invite domestic and foreign experts to its meetings, and to establish
p.002006: working parties.
p.002006: (14) The members of the Science Council shall receive compensation for their activities in an amount to be determined
p.002006: by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: (15) The Federal Minister has the Scientific Council to perform its tasks
p.002006: to provide the necessary spatial, technical and personnel equipment.
p.002006: (15) The Federal Minister shall provide the Science Council with the premises, equipment and staff necessary for the
p.002006: performance of its tasks.
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p.002006: VIII. Part
p.002006: Part VIII
p.002006: Transitional and final provisions
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: Implementation of the New
p.002006: Organizational structure
p.002006: founding convention
p.002006: Constituent Convention
p.002006: Section 120. (1) Immediately after
p.002006: Announcement of this federal law to establish a founding convention consisting of twelve members
p.002006: consists.
p.002006: (2) The founding convention includes representatives of the university professors
p.002006: University professors, the group mentioned in section 94 (2) (2), the general university staff and
p.002006: of students of the university of the same name according to UOG 1993 or KUOG.
p.002006: (3) Deviating from paragraph 2, the members of a medical faculty are only for the founding convention of those
p.002006: Medical University actively and passively entitled to vote or capable of posting, according to § 136 para. 2
p.002006: is the universal successor to the medical faculty concerned.
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p.002006: All-Austrian university development plan Austrian National
p.002006: Development Plan for Public Universities
p.002006: § 12b. (1) Development planning for the public university system is a task carried out by the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister and the universities have overall federal responsibility
p.002006: is perceived together. The whole of Austria serves here
p.002006: University development plan as a planning tool for the development of a nationally coordinated and
p.002006: regionally balanced range of services, one that is adequate for the Austrian science system and
p.002006: balanced range of subjects, the control of courses or demand, the utilization of the
p.002006: Capacities as well as research. At all stages of the development process, the interests of
p.002006: Universities, in particular the university's own development plans, are taken into account ("countercurrent principle").
p.002006: § 12b. (1) Development planning for the public university sector is a task which is performed jointly by the Federal
p.002006: Minister and the universities within the overall responsibility of the Federal Government. The Austrian National
p.002006: Development Plan for Public Universities serves as a planning instrument for the development of a
p.002006: nationwide coordinated and regionally balanced range of services, a balanced subject diversity which is adequate for
p.002006: the Austrian research system, furthermore for the management of the range of and demand for study programs,
p.002006: the capacity utilization as well as research. The interests of the universities, in particular the
p.002006: universities' own development plans, shall be taken into consideration at all levels of this development process
p.002006: (“Principle of countervailing influence”).
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p.002006: (2) The development plans of the universities in accordance with § 13b have been transferred to the
p.002006: Orient the objectives of the Austrian university development plan.
p.002006: (3) The overall university development plan for Austria is to be discussed with the
p.002006: Science Council by the end of the first year of each performance agreement period for the
p.002006: two upcoming performance agreement periods will be created and no later than October 31 of
p.002006: second year of each performance agreement period, particularly with regard to statistics on developments and
p.002006: Forecasts in teaching, research or development and development of the arts as well as
p.002006: University staff, updated.
p.002006: (2) The content of the universities' development plans according to § 13b shall be based on the objectives of the
p.002006: Austrian National Development Plan for Public Universities.
p.002006: (3) After prior consultation of the Science Council, the Austrian National Development Plan for Public
p.002006: Universities shall be drawn up for two performance agreement periods by the end of the first year of each performance
p.002006: agreement period at the latest and updated by 31 October of the second year of each performance agreement
p.002006: period, in particular with regard to statistics on developments and forecasts in the field of teaching,
p.002006: research or the advancement and appreciation of the arts as well as on the university staff.
p.002006: performance agreement
p.002006: Performance Agreement
p.002006: § 13. (1) The service agreement is a contract under public law. It is between the individual
p.002006: Universities and the federal government to complete within the framework of the laws for three years each.
p.002006: § 13. (1) Performance agreements are contracts under public law. They shall be concluded by the individual
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p.002006: (4) The budget columns “teaching”, “research or AAA” as well as “infrastructure and strategic
p.002006: development ”according to para 2 are composed of the following amounts:
p.002006: 1. Budget pillar teaching in accordance with Paragraph 2 No. 1: 1. Budget
p.002006: column “teaching” according to para 2 subpara 1:
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p.002006: a) Amount to be offered for all at least across Austria in the individual subject groups
p.002006: Places. The number of study places in the individual subject groups is determined using the
p.002006: Basic Indicators 1 “Ordinary Bachelor, Master and Diploma studies with at least 16 ECTS credit points
p.002006: or 8 positively assessed semester hours per academic year in an exam-active manner ”;
p.002006: b) Amount calculated on the basis of at least one competitive indicator and a maximum of 20% of the
p.002006: Budget pillar teaching.
p.002006: a) Amount allocated for covering the costs of the minimum number of all study places to be offered in each group of
p.002006: disciplines throughout Austria. The amount of study places to be offered in each group of disciplines shall be
p.002006: determined based on the basic indicator 1 “Students actively taking examinations amounting to at least 16 ECTS
p.002006: credits or 8 semester hours per academic year in bachelor's, master's and diploma degree programs ”;
p.002006: b) Amount which is calculated on the basis of at least one competition indicator and may not exceed 20% of
p.002006: the budget column “teaching”.
p.002006: 2. Research budget pillar or EEK in accordance with para. 2 no. 2: 2. Budget column
p.002006: “Research or AAA” according to para 2 subpara 2:
p.002006: a) Amount for the minimum number of people to be employed across Austria in the individual subject groups
p.002006: (in full-time equivalents) in selected usage groups. Determining the number of people to be employed
p.002006: Individuals (full-time equivalents) in the individual subject groups are based on the basic indicator 2
p.002006: "Personnel in selected uses in full-time equivalents per calendar year";
p.002006: b) Amount for the universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) lines 1 to 15 (“scientific
p.002006: Universities ”), which is calculated on the basis of at least one competitive indicator;
p.002006: c) Amount for the universities according to Section 6 Paragraph 1 Numbers 16 to 21 (“Artistic Universities”),
p.002006: which is calculated on the basis of at least one competitive indicator,
p.002006: whereby the amounts according to lit. b and c together amount to a maximum of 20% of the Research or EEK pillar
p.002006: allowed to.
p.002006: 3. The budget pillar infrastructure and strategic development according to para. 2 no. 3 includes the amounts for those of
p.002006: Universities used buildings for the additional clinical expenditure according to § 55 Z 2 of the Federal Act on Hospitals
p.002006: and Kuranstalten (KAKuG), BGBl. No. 1/1957, in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 59/2017
p.002006: (Medical Universities), a strategic amount for teaching, research or development and development
p.002006: the arts as well as for other measures. Its amount is particularly justified according to the factually justified
p.002006: Determined in accordance with Section 13 (2) (1) and also serves to secure the economy
p.002006: Universities taking into account the current developments in the university area,
p.002006: the
p.002006: a) Amount allocated for covering the costs of the minimum number of persons (full-time equivalents) to
p.002006: be employed in each group of disciplines throughout Austria in selected job groups. The amount of
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p.002006: and their teaching (Art 17a of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals);
p.002006: 2. interaction between research and teaching, the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts, and science and
p.002006: art;
p.002006: 3. diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: 4. freedom of learning;
p.002006: 4. freedom of study;
p.002006: 5. Taking into account the requirements for access to the profession, particularly for teaching in schools
p.002006: or working at elementary education institutions;
p.002006: 6. Participation of the students, especially with regard to study matters and the quality assurance of teaching;
p.002006: 7. National and international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: Graduates as well as academic and artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. Attention to the requirements for entry to professional careers, in particular for teaching at schools or at
p.002006: elementary educational institutions;
p.002006: 6. student co-determination, particularly in respect of matters relating to studies and quality assurance of
p.002006: teaching;
p.002006: 7. national and international mobility of students, graduates, and university scientific and artistic staff;
p.002006: 8. cooperation between university members; 8. collaborative
p.002006: relationships between members of the university;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men; 9. equality
p.002006: of the sexes;
p.002006: 10. equal social opportunities;
p.002006: 10. equality of social opportunity;
p.002006: 11. special attention to the needs of disabled people; 11. special attention to the
p.002006: needs of the handicapped;
p.002006: 12. Economy, economy and practicality of handling; 12. efficient, economical and
p.002006: expedient management of finances;
p.002006: 13. Compatibility of studies or work with childcare obligations for children and relatives in need of care;
p.002006: 13. compatibility of studies or career and responsibilities for the care of children and family members requiring care;
p.002006: 14. Sustainable use of resources. 14th
p.002006: sustainable use of resources.
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: § 3. The universities fulfill the following tasks within their scope:
p.002006: § 3. Within their sphere of action, the universities fulfil the following tasks:
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p.002006: 1. Development of the sciences (research and teaching), development and development of art as well as teaching of
p.002006: Art;
p.002006: 2. Education through science and through the development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-educational and artistic-scientific
p.002006: Vocational training, qualification for professional activities that require application scientific
p.002006: Knowledge and methods require, as well as training in artistic and scientific
p.002006: Skills to the highest level;
p.002006: 4. Education and promotion of young scientific and artistic talent;
p.002006: 5. Continuing education, especially for graduates from universities and educators
p.002006: Pedagogues;
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p.002006: shall become employees of the university which is the successor of that inter-university institution on the day
p.002006: when this Act enters into full effect at that university. From this time on the rights and duties as an employer of
p.002006: inter-university organizational institution with restricted legal capacity shall pass to this university. Temporary
p.002006: employment contracts concluded under circumstances of restricted legal capacity shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: Representation of interests of University Employees
p.002006: § 135. (1) All employees shall be subject to the Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974.
p.002006: 185 of 205
p.002006: (2) The university is a company within the meaning of Section 34 ArbVG. (2) Universities
p.002006: shall be deemed to be business establishments in the meaning
p.002006: of § 34 of the Labor Relations Act.
p.002006: (3) At each of the universities mentioned in § 6 (1) 1 to 21 there is a works council for the scientific and
p.002006: to choose artistic as well as for the general university staff according to the provisions of §§ 50 ff ArbVG. The
p.002006: Doctors in accordance with Section 94 Paragraph 3 No. 5 are on the works council for scientific and artistic
p.002006: Personnel actively and passively entitled to vote. According to § 22a of the Disabled Persons Employment Act (BEinstG), Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 92/1970, representatives of the disabled are to be chosen.
p.002006: (4) The one on the day before this Federal Act takes full effect at the universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) (1)
p.002006: to 3 and 7 to 21 department committee for university teachers remains until
p.002006: Expiry of the functional period still running on the key date. As of the cut-off date, the existing
p.002006: Department committee for the university teachers the function of the works council for the scientific and
p.002006: artistic staff within the meaning of the Labor Constitution Act.
p.002006: (5) The date on the day before this Federal Act takes full effect at the universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) (1)
p.002006: to 3 and 7 to 21 staff committee set up for staff other than that
p.002006: University lecturers will remain in force until the end of the term of office still in effect on the key date. From the cut-off date
p.002006: is the responsibility of the existing service committee for staff with the exception of university teachers
p.002006: Function of the works council for general university staff within the meaning of the Labor Constitution Act.
p.002006: (6) The service committees for university teachers and the service committees for
p.002006: Staff with the exception of the university teachers at the universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) lines 1 to 3 have from that point in time
p.002006: the full effect of this federal law also the function of the corresponding agency committee
p.002006: at the medical university of the same location.
p.002006: (7) The existing staff representative bodies have before the end of their term of office for timely
p.002006: To ensure that tenders for works council elections.
p.002006: (8) The provisions of the Labor Constitution Act also apply to universities
p.002006: following requirement:
p.002006: (3) Pursuant to the provisions of §§ 1 ff of the Labor Relations Act, employee’s councils shall be elected by the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff and the non-academic university staff, respectively, at each of the
p.002006: universities named in § 1 para 21 subparas 50 to 6. The physicians according to § 94 para 3 subpara 5 shall be
p.002006: eligible to vote for and be elected to the employee’s council for the scientific and artistic staff. Pursuant to
p.002006: § 22a of the Disabled Persons Employment Act, F.L.G. No 92/1970, representatives of disabled people
p.002006: shall be elected.
p.002006: (4) The employment committees for university teachers at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 3
p.002006: and 7 to 21 in office on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall continue to serve until the expiry
p.002006: of their terms of office unless these expire on the effective date. As of the effective date existing
p.002006: employment committees for university teachers shall assume the functions of employee’s councils under Labor
p.002006: Relations Act for the scientific and artistic staff.
p.002006: (5) The employment committees for employees other than university teachers at the universities named in § 6 para 1
p.002006: subparas 1 to 3 and 7 to 21 in office on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall continue to serve
p.002006: until the expiry of their terms of office unless these expire on the effective date. As of the effective date existing
p.002006: employment committees for employees other than university teachers shall assume the functions of employee’s councils
p.002006: under the Labor Relations Act for the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: (6) Upon the entry of this Act into full effect the employment committees for university teachers and for
p.002006: employees other than university teachers at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 3 shall also
p.002006: assume the functions of the corresponding employment committees at the medical universities at the same sites.
p.002006: (7) The existing personnel representation bodies shall secure that employee’s council elections are called up in a
p.002006: timely manner, before expiry of their term of office.
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p.002006: an artistic, scientific-artistic and scientific focus. Artistic doctoral programs are not divided into stages.
p.002006: 81 of 205
p.002006: Courses accompanying artistic courses, artistic, scientific-artistic and
p.002006: scientific focus. Artistic doctoral studies are not divided into study sections.
p.002006: 13. Dissertations are the scientific papers that are different from the diploma and master theses
p.002006: serve as evidence of the ability to deal independently with scientific questions.
p.002006: 13a. Artistic dissertations include testing of artistic methods and
p.002006: Techniques the development of an artistic, original, concrete research project that leads to a
p.002006: independent and autonomously developed artistic work.
p.002006: 14. Doctoral degrees are the academic degrees that are awarded after completion of the doctoral studies. They are
p.002006: "Doctor" or "Doctor", abbreviated "Dr.", with an addition to be specified in the curriculum, or
p.002006: "Doctor of Philosophy", abbreviated to "PhD".
p.002006: 14a. Applicants are those who are studying at the university concerned
p.002006: Apply for admission to a specific course.
p.002006: 14b. New students are those who apply for a degree after the
p.002006: Completion of an admission or selection process can actually be admitted to study.
p.002006: 14c. Students are those according to the provisions of this federal law by the rectorate for studying
p.002006: persons admitted to the university.
p.002006: 14d. Study places for new students are those study places that are offered by the
p.002006: Universities across Austria or from a university for new students per academic year and
p.002006: Field of study or per academic year and study.
p.002006: 14e. Non-traditional applicants include: Applicants with
p.002006: Disability, working persons, persons with care obligations, persons with delayed
p.002006: Beginning of studies, people with an alternative university entrance as well as people retired or retired.
p.002006: 14f. Supervision is a measure derived from the ratio of students to teaching staff
p.002006: for the reasonable use of scientific and artistic staff through teaching. The
p.002006: 13. “Doctoral theses” mean academic theses which, unlike diploma and master’s theses, serve to
p.002006: demonstrate students ’ability to master scientific topics independently.
p.002006: 13a. Drawing on artistic methods and techniques, artistic doctoral theses shall include the development of an
p.002006: artistic, original, concrete research project that results in an independently and autonomously produced
p.002006: artistic creation.
p.002006: 14. “Doctoral degrees” mean the degrees awarded on successful completion of a doctoral program. Their
p.002006: denomination is "Doctor", abbreviated as "Dr.", followed by a supplement designated by the curriculum, or "Doctor
p.002006: of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”.
p.002006: 14a. “Applicants” mean those persons who apply for admission to a particular study program at a university.
p.002006: 14b. “First-year students” mean those applicants who have been admitted to a program after, where applicable,
p.002006: successfully completing an admission or selection procedure.
p.002006: 14c. “Students” mean persons admitted by the rectorate to study at a university according to the provisions of this
p.002006: act.
p.002006: 14d. “Study places for first-year students” mean those study places that shall be offered by all universities in
p.002006: Austria or by one university, respectively, for first-year students in each academic year and field of
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p.002006: gazette prior to 1 July; if published after 30 June, they shall enter into force on 1 October of the following year. In
p.002006: the case of expiry of study programs, curricula shall expire with 30 September of the same year, if published in the
p.002006: university gazette prior to 1 July; if published after 30 June, they shall expire with 30 September of the following
p.002006: year.
p.002006: (7) For courses requiring special types of prior knowledge, the curriculum may require evidence of such knowledge in
p.002006: the form of one or more examinations passed or another expedient form as a condition for registration. These conditions
p.002006: shall also apply to students registering for the courses in question in connection with the use of the range of courses
p.002006: or within an individual study programs.
p.002006: (8) In the case of courses which can only be attended by a limited number of students, the curriculum shall state the
p.002006: maximum number of persons who can be accepted and the procedure for awarding places, whereby care shall
p.002006: be taken to ensure that the studies of students whose applications do not receive priority are not prolonged as a
p.002006: result. If necessary, parallel courses shall be offered, and these may also be held during the recess period.
p.002006: 93 of 205
p.002006: (9) Curricula of Bachelor and Master studies are to be designed in such a way that the provision of study achievements
p.002006: is also possible at post-secondary educational institutions abroad. It is important to ensure that
p.002006: this is possible without losing study time.
p.002006: (10) The curricula have the objectives of Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
p.002006: note.
p.002006: (11) For students with a disability within the meaning of Section 3 of the Federal Disability Equality Act, Federal Law Gazette I
p.002006: No. 82/2005, are the requirements of the curricula - if necessary, taking into account § 59 Paragraph 1 No. 12
p.002006: requested different examination methods - by notification of the body responsible for study law
p.002006: modify, whereby the educational goal of the chosen course must be achievable.
p.002006: (9) The curricula of bachelor's and master's programs shall be designed in a way that studies at foreign recognized
p.002006: post-secondary educational institutions are possible, whereby care shall be taken to ensure that this is possible
p.002006: without loss of study time.
p.002006: (10) In the curricula regard shall be given to the objectives stipulated in Art 24 of the UN Convention on the Rights
p.002006: of persons with disabilities.
p.002006: (11) For students with disabilities in the meaning of § 3 of the Federal Act on the Equalization of Persons
p.002006: with Disabilities, F.L.G. I No 82/2005, the requirements stipulated in the curricula - if need be
p.002006: with regard to examinations according to alternative methods pursuant to § 59 para 1 subpara 12 applied for - shall
p.002006: be modified by official notification of the body responsible for study law, making the educational goal of
p.002006: the chosen programs attainable.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: student
p.002006: Students
p.002006: Rights and duties of the students
p.002006: Rights and Duties of Students
p.002006: Section 59. (1) Students are entitled to freedom of learning in accordance with the statutory provisions.
p.002006: In particular, it includes the right
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p.002006: take advantage of range of courses for which they fulfill the registration requirements set out in the
p.002006: curricula;
p.002006: 4. to make use of the teaching and research facilities relevant to their subject, and the libraries at all educational
p.002006: institutions from which they are members, in accordance with the regulations pertaining to;
p.002006: 5. if they are diploma or master's program students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the
p.002006: supervisor and the topic of their diploma
p.002006: 94 of 205
p.002006: Propose a master's thesis in accordance with the university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 6. as a regular student of a doctoral program, the topic of their dissertation according to the
p.002006: propose university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 7. to write scientific or artistic work in a foreign language if the supervisor
p.002006: Supervisor agrees;
p.002006: 8. to take exams as regular students in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. to be awarded academic degrees after completing the curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 10. as extraordinary students at the university courses concerned
p.002006: participate and take the exams prescribed therein;
p.002006: 11. As extraordinary students who only attend courses
p.002006: are admitted to attend courses for which they take the
p.002006: Curricula set registration requirements, as well as according to the university
p.002006: Regulations to take exams;
p.002006: 12. a different examination method, if the student can prove that he or she has a disability
p.002006: making the examination in the prescribed method impossible, and the content and requirements of the
p.002006: Testing is not affected by a different method;
p.002006: 13. requests for the person of the examiner. These requests are where possible
p.002006: to consider. The second repetition of an exam or the repetition of one in the curriculum
p.002006: marked internship within the framework of pedagogical-practical studies is the application for a specific
p.002006: Examiner or a specific examiner from the university admission to the course in which the exam is to be taken,
p.002006: in any case, if this person is authorized to hold the examination. at
p.002006: jointly established studies is the second repetition of an exam or the
p.002006: Repetition of an internship marked in the curriculum as part of the pedagogical-practical studies
p.002006: the application for a specific examiner for the participants
p.002006: To meet educational institutions in any case.
p.002006: or master’s thesis or that of their artistic diploma or master’s submission, subject to the university regulations;
p.002006: 6. if they are doctoral students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the topic of their
p.002006: doctoral thesis, subject to the university regulations.
p.002006: 7. to prepare academic or artistic theses in a foreign language, subject to the agreement of their supervisor;
p.002006: 8. if they are degree students, to take examinations in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. having met the requirements prescribed by the curriculum, to be awarded a degree;
p.002006: 10. if they are non-degree seeking students, to attend the relevant certificate university programs for
p.002006: further education and take the examinations prescribed therefore;
p.002006: 11. if they are non-degree seeking students, admitted only for the attendance of individual courses, to attend courses
p.002006: for which they meet the registration requirements specified by the curricula, and to take examinations, subject to the
p.002006: university regulations;
p.002006: 12. to be examined according to an alternative method if they suffer from a disability which makes it
p.002006: impossible for them to take an examination in the prescribed manner and the other method does not limit the
p.002006: content and standards of the examination;
p.002006: 13. to make requests regarding the identity of the examiners. Such applications shall be acceded to wherever possible.
p.002006: In the case of a second resit, or the resit of an internship in the framework of the pedagogic-practical studies,
p.002006: indicated by the curriculum, to automatic acceptance of a request for a specific examiner at the university
p.002006: to which they have been admitted and where the examination is to be sat, provided that the examiner is entitled to take
p.002006: the examination. In jointly offered programs, in the case of a second resit, or the resit of an internship in the
p.002006: framework of the pedagogic-practical studies, indicated by the curriculum, the request for a specific examiner at the
p.002006: educational institutions concerned has to be accepted in any case.
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p.002006: (2) The students have in particular (2)
p.002006: Students have a duty in particular:
p.002006: 1. Immediately notify the name of the university at which admission to study is made
p.002006: give;
p.002006: 2. the continuation of studies at the university at which admission to a course exists, each
p.002006: Report semesters during the general admission period or the grace period;
p.002006: 3. deregister from the course in good time in the event of foreseeable inactivity;
p.002006: 1. to inform the university which has admitted them of changes of name and address without delay;
p.002006: 2. to notify the university which has admitted them of the continuation of their studies each semester, for the
p.002006: duration of the general admission period or any extension;
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p.002006: secondary-school leaving certificates shall, on grounds of their close personal relationships with Austria or
p.002006: activities on behalf of Austria, be deemed to have been issued in Austria for purposes of ascertaining the special
p.002006: university entrance qualification (Decree on Groups of Persons). These groups of persons are exempted from the
p.002006: proof according to para 2.
p.002006: Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for Teaching at Elementary Educational Institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) The admission procedure for teacher training programs or study programs for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions shall check the performance-based, personal, professional and pedagogical competences
p.002006: required for the professional training for and activity as teachers. Ascertaining the subject-related capacity shall
p.002006: be aligned with the subject-specific criteria laid down in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) It shall also take into consideration scientific criteria. The website shall provide information on
p.002006: the professional requirements as well as self-assessment
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p.002006: Self-exploration tools are available on the website. Information to determine the
p.002006: Suitability is available at the latest four weeks before the start of registration on the website
p.002006: but no later than six months before the start of the academic year.
p.002006: (3) It is necessary to refrain from demonstrating those suitability criteria that are met if the essential requirements are met
p.002006: for the desired profession due to a disability within the meaning of the Federal Disability Equality Act,
p.002006: BGBl. I No. 82/2005, cannot be fulfilled. If necessary, are part of the aptitude assessment procedure
p.002006: to provide suitable compensatory measures, in particular (language) assistance.
p.002006: (4) It is possible for applicants with a first language other than German if required
p.002006: appropriate precautions in the organizational process and in the performance of the proficiency test without change
p.002006: of the requirement level.
p.002006: (5) The more detailed provisions on the admission procedure, including the determination of suitability, are through
p.002006: Rectorate regulation to be established. For jointly established studies, the Rectorate of the
p.002006: to issue equivalent regulations to participating educational institutions.
p.002006: Tools. Information on the ascertaining process of the capacity shall be provided on the website not later than four
p.002006: weeks prior to the beginning of the registration, but at least six months prior to the beginning of the academic year.
p.002006: (3) In the case of fulfillment of the most important requirements for the desired profession, it shall be refrained from
p.002006: requiring proof of those eligibility criteria which cannot be fulfilled on the grounds of a disability in the meaning
p.002006: of the Federal Act on the Equalization of Persons with Disabilities, F.L.G. I No 82/2005. If required, appropriate
p.002006: compensatory measures, in particular (language) assistance, shall be provided within the framework of the
p.002006: aptitude test procedure.
p.002006: (4) Suitable arrangements shall be made in the organizational process and the implementation of the aptitude test
p.002006: for applicants whose first language is not German, without, however, changing the requirement level.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall, by decree, establish detailed regulations for the admission procedure, including the
p.002006: ascertaining process of the capacity. In the case of jointly offered study programs, the rectorates of the
p.002006: educational institutions involved shall enact identical decrees.
p.002006: Legal protection in admission procedures Legal Protection in
p.002006: respect of admission procedures
p.002006: Section 65b. (1) The applicant is able to inspect the assessment documents and the
p.002006: Grant evaluation logs of admission procedures if he or she does so within three months
p.002006: Announcement of the result is required. The assessment documents also include those in the relevant procedure
p.002006: asked questions. As part of the inspection, it must be ensured that individual feedback on the
p.002006: Assessment can be given. The student is entitled to the assessment documents
p.002006: multiply. From the right of inspection and reproduction are questions regarding the personal
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p.002006: 1. for semesters during which they will demonstrably be studying or acquiring work experience under transnational
p.002006: EU, national or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for semesters during which they will be studying abroad due to mandatory curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 3. whose most recently attended foreign post-secondary educational institution has concluded a partnership
p.002006: agreement with an Austrian university providing for the reciprocal remission of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. who are citizens of states determined in the Decree on the Collection of Tuition Fees. The
p.002006: determination shall be aligned with the “Least Developed Countries” according to the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” which
p.002006: is drawn up by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development's (OECD) Development Assistance
p.002006: Committee (DAC);
p.002006: 4. who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded, for those
p.002006: semesters for which they have documentary evidence of being hindered by illness, pregnancy or care of children and
p.002006: upbringing of a child up to the age of seven or until the child enters first grade, or similar kinds of care, for more
p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: specified period, if a disability according to federal regulations with at least 50%
p.002006: is established;
p.002006: 6. students who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded,
p.002006: if they have a disability of at least 50% as defined by federal law;
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p.002006: 7. if in the past semester they received study grants in accordance with the Student Promotion Act 1992, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 305/1992, or have moved into the current semester.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate decides on the application for waiver of the tuition fee. The application is for the decision
p.002006: attach the necessary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students to whom the tuition fee has been waived in accordance with Paragraph 1 Nos. 1 and 2 and who have not received any in this semester
p.002006: Have completed studies or internships abroad within the meaning of these provisions
p.002006: To pay the tuition later. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: (4) Insofar as students are more decisive in waiving the tuition fee due to incomplete or false information
p.002006: Culpably caused or stole facts, they are without prejudice to criminal liability
p.002006: pay the double tuition fee. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: 7. Students, if they received student grants under the Student Support Act 1992, F.L.G. No 305/1992, in the
p.002006: previous semester or receive them in the current semester.
p.002006: (2) An application for remission of the tuition fee shall be for the decision of the rectorate. The application for
p.002006: remission shall be accompanied by the necessary supporting documentary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students granted remission under para 1 subparas 1 and 2 who have undertaken no study or work experience
p.002006: abroad in the meaning of these provisions during the term in question shall be obliged to pay the tuition fee
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p.002006: 6. Participation of the students, especially with regard to study matters and the quality assurance of teaching;
p.002006: 7. National and international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: Graduates as well as academic and artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. Attention to the requirements for entry to professional careers, in particular for teaching at schools or at
p.002006: elementary educational institutions;
p.002006: 6. student co-determination, particularly in respect of matters relating to studies and quality assurance of
p.002006: teaching;
p.002006: 7. national and international mobility of students, graduates, and university scientific and artistic staff;
p.002006: 8. cooperation between university members; 8. collaborative
p.002006: relationships between members of the university;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men; 9. equality
p.002006: of the sexes;
p.002006: 10. equal social opportunities;
p.002006: 10. equality of social opportunity;
p.002006: 11. special attention to the needs of disabled people; 11. special attention to the
p.002006: needs of the handicapped;
p.002006: 12. Economy, economy and practicality of handling; 12. efficient, economical and
p.002006: expedient management of finances;
p.002006: 13. Compatibility of studies or work with childcare obligations for children and relatives in need of care;
p.002006: 13. compatibility of studies or career and responsibilities for the care of children and family members requiring care;
p.002006: 14. Sustainable use of resources. 14th
p.002006: sustainable use of resources.
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: § 3. The universities fulfill the following tasks within their scope:
p.002006: § 3. Within their sphere of action, the universities fulfil the following tasks:
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p.002006: 1. Development of the sciences (research and teaching), development and development of art as well as teaching of
p.002006: Art;
p.002006: 2. Education through science and through the development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-educational and artistic-scientific
p.002006: Vocational training, qualification for professional activities that require application scientific
p.002006: Knowledge and methods require, as well as training in artistic and scientific
p.002006: Skills to the highest level;
p.002006: 4. Education and promotion of young scientific and artistic talent;
p.002006: 5. Continuing education, especially for graduates from universities and educators
p.002006: Pedagogues;
p.002006: 6. Coordination of scientific research (development and development of the arts) and teaching
p.002006: within the university;
p.002006: 7. Support national and international cooperation in the field of scientific research
p.002006: and teaching as well as art;
p.002006: 8. Support the use and implementation of their research results in practice and support the
p.002006: social integration of results of development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 1. advancement of sciences (research and teaching), and the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts;
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p.002006: or the proposal of the Senate to appoint the rector
p.002006: to decide the arbitration commission within 14 days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration commission affirms the existence of discrimination on the basis of the
p.002006: Gender, based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or age
p.002006: sexual orientation, the university organ has a new personnel decision taking into account the
p.002006: Legal opinion of the arbitration commission. Does the discrimination concern the proposal of the
p.002006: The Finding Commission or the Senate to appoint the Rector is the
p.002006: Proposal to be returned to the Finding Commission or the Senate The Finding Commission and the Senate
p.002006: are obliged in this case to have the legal status that corresponds to the legal opinion of the arbitration commission
p.002006: to manufacture immediately.
p.002006: (7) The working group for equality issues and the university body concerned have the right to
p.002006: lodge an appeal with the Federal Administrative Court against the decision concluding the proceedings.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the Rector during pending proceedings before the
p.002006: Arbitration commission or in spite of a negative decision of the arbitration commission are ineffective.
p.002006: (9) The Arbitration Commission consists of six members who are not members of the family concerned
p.002006: Must be university. One male and one each
p.002006: (2) Matters which are the subject of legal proceedings, and performance evaluations shall be excluded from
p.002006: investigation by the arbitration board.
p.002006: (3) In the performance of its duties, the arbitration board shall try to reach an agreement between the parties to
p.002006: disputes.
p.002006: (4) All university bodies and members shall be obliged to furnish the arbitration board with information on matters
p.002006: investigated by it, especially on personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information, and take part
p.002006: in communication dialogues.
p.002006: (5) The arbitration board shall issue an official notification on the matters under para 1 subpara 2 within three
p.002006: months, whether the decision by the university governing body discriminates on the basis of gender,
p.002006: ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation. If the complaint concerns the shortlist drawn up
p.002006: by the search committee or the shortlist drawn up by the senate for the election of the rector, the arbitration board
p.002006: shall decide within fourteen days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration board finds that discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or
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p.002006: § 73. (1) The assessment shall be annulled by an official notification of the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters if
p.002006: 1. in the case of an examination, the latter was registered for under false pretences;
p.002006: 2. in the case of an examination, academic thesis and artistic submission, the assessment was obtained by fraudulent
p.002006: means, in particular by the use of unauthorized aids.
p.002006: (2) An examination, the result of which is annulled, shall count towards the number of repetitions.
p.002006: (3) The results of examinations taken outside the registered continuation period for studies, and the assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions awarded outside the registered continuation period shall be null and
p.002006: void. Such results or assessments shall not count towards the number of repetitions.
p.002006: Testimonies
p.002006: Certificates
p.002006: Section 74. (1) The assessment of exams and scientific and artistic work is
p.002006: to be certified by a certificate. General certificates are permitted.
p.002006: (2) The certificates are to be determined by the Senate and must in any case contain the following information:
p.002006: § 74. (1) The results of examinations and assessments of academic theses and artistic submissions shall be evidenced by
p.002006: certificates. Consolidated certificates may be issued.
p.002006: (2) The certificates awarded shall be determined by the senate, and shall, as a minimum, contain the following
p.002006: information:
p.002006: 1. the issuing university and the title of the certificate; 1. the awarding
p.002006: university and the designation of the certificate;
p.002006: 2. the matriculation number;
p.002006: 2. the matriculation number;
p.002006: 3. the family name and first names; 3. the
p.002006: surname and first names;
p.002006: 4. the date of birth;
p.002006: 4. the date of birth;
p.002006: 5. the name of the course; 5th
p.002006: the designation of the programs;
p.002006: 6. the name of the examination or the subject and the assessment made as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the scientific or artistic work and the assessment as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 6. the designation of the examination or the subject, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the academic theses and artistic submissions, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
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p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the exam and the assessment;
p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the examination and the result (s) awarded;
p.002006: 9. the name of the exhibitor. 9. the name of
p.002006: the issuer.
p.002006: (3) The examiner has certificates of examinations in front of individual examiners
p.002006: The assessor is responsible for assessing scientific and artistic work,
p.002006: The chairperson of the
p.002006: Examination board, certificates of degrees have that for the study law
p.002006: Issue competent body.
p.002006: (4) The certificates are to be sent immediately, but at the latest within four weeks after the delivery of the to
p.002006: issuing assessing performance. To support international student mobility
p.002006: the connection of a foreign language translation is permitted, the name of the university and the issuing institution
p.002006: Organs are not translatable.
p.002006: (5) The issuing of certificates by means of automated data processing is permitted. If
p.002006: If there is no hand-made production, certification is only required for final certificates.
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p.002006: as well as the academic degree or academic title are not to be translated. The
p.002006: Award notice must in any case contain the following information:
p.002006: § 87. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later
p.002006: than one month after fulfillment of all requirements, issue to graduates of degree programs, except extension
p.002006: programs, an official notification of the award of the designated academic degree upon successful
p.002006: completion of all examinations prescribed by the curriculum and acceptance of the academic thesis or artistic
p.002006: submission or the documentation of the artistic submission required by the diploma, master or doctoral program in
p.002006: question.
p.002006: (2) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later than one
p.002006: month after fulfillment of all requirements, issue to persons who have successfully completed a university
p.002006: further education course, including all the examinations and the possible final thesis prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum, an official notification of the award of the designated Master’s degree or academic designation.
p.002006: (3) In order to promote international mobility of graduates, an English translation shall be added to the
p.002006: awarding document, without translating the name of the university and of the issuing body as well as the academic
p.002006: degree or the academic designation. The notification of award shall, as a minimum, contain the following information:
p.002006: 1. the family name and first names, if necessary the birth name, 1. surname, first names and
p.002006: maiden name if different;
p.002006: 2. the date of birth and nationality, 2. date of
p.002006: birth and nationality;
p.002006: 3. the completed degree, 3.
p.002006: programs of study completed;
p.002006: 4. the academic degree or academic title awarded. 4. academic degree or academic
p.002006: designation awarded.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for an academic degree with the same wording are met more than once, then
p.002006: the same academic degree must also be awarded several times.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for the award of an academic degree with the same wording have been fulfilled
p.002006: more than once, the same academic degree shall be awarded more than once.
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p.002006: (5) If an ordinary course of study is completed on the basis of a joint study program,
p.002006: at least with a course of up to 120 ECTS credits
p.002006: 30 ECTS credit points, with a study scope of more than 120 ECTS credit points at least in each case
p.002006: 60 ECTS credit points have been earned under the responsibility of a partner institution, it is permissible, in addition
p.002006: to award the academic degree, a joint certificate with this partner institution or these
p.002006: Issue partner institutions.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly established studies in accordance with §54e, this applies to matters relating to study law
p.002006: competent body of the admitting educational institution to award the academic degree, the
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the implementation of the course must be identified.
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p.002006: premises.
p.002006: Transitional Arrangements for Appointment Committees, Habilitation Committees and Special Habilitation Committees
p.002006: § 123. Appointment committees, habilitation committees and special habilitation committees appointed
p.002006: prior to the entry of this Act into full effect and having already taken up their duties shall conduct the
p.002006: procedures in question as previously constituted and in accordance with the previous regulations.
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p.002006: To carry out procedures in their previous composition and according to the previous provisions.
p.002006: Transitional Provisions for the Establishment of a Medical Faculty Transitional Provisions for the
p.002006: Establishment of a Faculty of Medicine
p.002006: § 123a. The employees of the legal entity of a hospital specifically entrusted according to section 29 paragraph 9 penultimate sentence
p.002006: are in the first three years from the date of the institution's organizational plan
p.002006: of a medical faculty only under organizational law
p.002006: University members in accordance with section 94 (2) 2 if they are within a calculation period of 26 weeks
p.002006: at least 30% of normal working hours related to the respective organizational unit with tasks of
p.002006: university teaching and research. In exceptional cases, the rectorate may apply at the request of § 29 para. 9
p.002006: penultimate sentence specifically entrusted employees of the legal entity of a hospital in the first three
p.002006: Years from the date of the establishment of a medical facility as specified in the university's organizational plan
p.002006: Faculty to grant them the family status if this is in the university interest.
p.002006: § 123b. (1) When a medical faculty is established, the development plan has the
p.002006: appropriate positions for university professors
p.002006: to be provided in the clinical and non-clinical area according to § 98 Paragraph 1.
p.002006: (2) Before appointing experts in accordance with Section 98 (3), they have to be in the Senate
p.002006: represented university professors proposals of at least two
p.002006: University professors from at least two other faculties
p.002006: To catch up with universities. At least three external experts must be appointed.
p.002006: (3) The appointment committee has university professors from the
p.002006: Department of at least two other universities.
p.002006: (4) An appeal according to § 99 can only be made in particularly justified exceptional cases. In such
p.002006: In cases, the rector follows the university professors
p.002006: Hearing of at least two university professors in the subject area
p.002006: at least two other universities. The selection of the two university professors or
p.002006: University professors of the
p.002006: § 123a. In the first three years after the date set for the establishment of a faculty of medicine in the university's
p.002006: organization plan, the employees of the maintaining body of the attached hospital under § 29 para 9, penultimate
p.002006: sentence, who have been entrusted with university tasks shall only be accorded equal status to university
p.002006: members according to § 94 para 2 subpara 2, if they are entrusted with university teaching and research for at
p.002006: least 30% of their normal working hours within a reference period of 26 weeks, relating to the
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p.002006: Health and consumer protection in agreement with the Federal Minister
p.002006: for education, science and research;
p.002006: 6. with regard to Section 44, the Federal Minister of Labor, Social Affairs, Health and
p.002006: Consumer protection;
p.002006: 7. with regard to sections 106 paragraphs 2 and 3, 108 paragraphs 1, 3 and 4, 109 to 113, 115 and 135 the Federal Minister or
p.002006: the Federal Minister of Labor, Social Affairs, Health and Consumer Protection in agreement with the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research;
p.002006: 1. in respect of Section 17, the Federal Minister of Finance;
p.002006: 2. in respect of Sections 137 and 139, the Federal Minister of Finance in consultation with the Federal Minister of
p.002006: Education, Science and Research;
p.002006: 3. in respect of §§ 12 paras 2 and 7, 16 para 2, 121 para 17 and 141, the Federal Minister of Education, Science
p.002006: and Research in consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance;
p.002006: 4. in respect of § 18 para 2, the Federal Minister of Constitution, Reforms, Deregulation and Justice, to the
p.002006: extent that court and legal administrative fees are affected, and otherwise the Federal Minister of Finance;
p.002006: 5. in respect of § 29 para 6, the Federal Minister of Labor, Social Security, Health, Family and Consumer Protection
p.002006: in consultation with the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research;
p.002006: 6. in respect of Section 44, the Federal Minister of Labor, Social Security, Health, Family and Consumer Protection;
p.002006: 7. in respect of sections 106 paras 2 and 3, 108 paras 1, 3 and 4, 109 to 113, 115 and 135, the Minister of Labor, Social
p.002006: Security, Health, Family and Consumer Protection in consultation with the Federal Minister of Education, Science and
p.002006: Research;
p.002006: 8. the Federal Government with regard to Sections 8 and 21 (6) (2); 8. in respect of §§ 8
p.002006: and 21 para 6 subpara 2, the Federal Government;
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p.002006: 9. Otherwise the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: 9. and otherwise the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research.
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p.002006: university colleges of teacher education concerned, due to a relevant agreement.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall, by decree, enact more detailed provisions for the
p.002006: collection of tuition fees.
p.002006: Waiver and reimbursement of the tuition remission and
p.002006: Reimbursement of the Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 92. (1) The tuition fee is to be waived in particular by ordinary students
p.002006: 1. for the semesters in which you can demonstrate studies or practical training within the framework of transnational EU,
p.002006: state or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for the semesters in which they complete studies abroad due to mandatory provisions in the curriculum
p.002006: become;
p.002006: 3. when the foreign post-secondary educational institution they attended last with the
p.002006: Austrian university has concluded a partnership agreement, which also includes the
p.002006: mutual waiver of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. if you are a citizen of a country specified in the Tuition Fee Regulation, whereby
p.002006: the definition of the "Least Developed Countries" according to the "DAC List of ODA Recipients"
p.002006: orientated by the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the Organization for Economic Development
p.002006: Cooperation and Development (OECD) is created;
p.002006: 4. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: set period for semesters in which they can be proven to be due to illness or more than two months
p.002006: Pregnancy or through childcare obligations of children up to their 7th birthday or any later
p.002006: Were unable to enter school or were prevented from studying by other similar care obligations;
p.002006: § 92. (1) Remission of the tuition fees shall, in particular, be granted to degree- students
p.002006: 1. for semesters during which they will demonstrably be studying or acquiring work experience under transnational
p.002006: EU, national or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for semesters during which they will be studying abroad due to mandatory curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 3. whose most recently attended foreign post-secondary educational institution has concluded a partnership
p.002006: agreement with an Austrian university providing for the reciprocal remission of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. who are citizens of states determined in the Decree on the Collection of Tuition Fees. The
p.002006: determination shall be aligned with the “Least Developed Countries” according to the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” which
p.002006: is drawn up by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development's (OECD) Development Assistance
p.002006: Committee (DAC);
p.002006: 4. who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded, for those
p.002006: semesters for which they have documentary evidence of being hindered by illness, pregnancy or care of children and
p.002006: upbringing of a child up to the age of seven or until the child enters first grade, or similar kinds of care, for more
p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: specified period, if a disability according to federal regulations with at least 50%
p.002006: is established;
p.002006: 6. students who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded,
p.002006: if they have a disability of at least 50% as defined by federal law;
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p.002006: 7. if in the past semester they received study grants in accordance with the Student Promotion Act 1992, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 305/1992, or have moved into the current semester.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate decides on the application for waiver of the tuition fee. The application is for the decision
p.002006: attach the necessary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students to whom the tuition fee has been waived in accordance with Paragraph 1 Nos. 1 and 2 and who have not received any in this semester
p.002006: Have completed studies or internships abroad within the meaning of these provisions
p.002006: To pay the tuition later. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: (4) Insofar as students are more decisive in waiving the tuition fee due to incomplete or false information
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p.002006: with restricted legal capacity) at the universities at the respective sites.
p.002006: (3) The universities named in § 6 subparas 7 to 21 shall be the universal successors of the respective
p.002006: universities of the same names (including their organizational units with restricted legal capacity)
p.002006: referred to in § 5 University Organization Act 1993 or the universities of the arts (including their organizational
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p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt is the universal successor to the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research and
p.002006: Further training at the universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz - IFF.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, is the universal successor to the Inter-University Research Institute
p.002006: for Agricultural Biotechnology Tulln. The universities involved in this inter-university institution have until
p.002006: no later than
p.002006: December 31, 2003 based on their cooperation and their resulting rights and
p.002006: Obligations with effect from January 1, 2004 a contract for further cooperation in this field
p.002006: complete. If this contract is not concluded on time, the property is the
p.002006: Inter-university institution from January 1, 2004 according to the number of participating universities
p.002006: December 31, 2003 to allocate resources.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz is the universal successor to the university
p.002006: Institute for Information Systems to support visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology is the universal legal successor of the Interuniversity Institute for
p.002006: Technology Management (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the interuniversities
p.002006: Coordination office for women and gender research Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library
p.002006: for physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library of Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the inter-university
p.002006: University sports institute in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 137. (1) The tenancy rights to those of the federal government, a university or a legal entity
p.002006: Organizational unit of a university rented real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: on the day this federal law takes full effect at the university (effective date) under
p.002006: units with restricted legal capacity) referred to in § 6 subparas 1 to 6 Universities of the Arts Organization Act.
p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research
p.002006: and Continuing Education at the Universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences Vienna shall be the universal successor of the
p.002006: Institute for Agrobiotechnology Tulln. The universities participating in this inter-university institution
p.002006: have to conclude, by December 31, 2003, an agreement on their continued collaboration in this field with effect from
p.002006: January 1, 2004, based on their existing collaboration and the rights and duties arising there from. In case that
p.002006: such agreement is not concluded by the appointed day, the assets of the said inter-university institution shall
p.002006: as of 1 January, 2004 be divided among the participating universities in accordance with the resources
p.002006: contributed by them up to 31 December 2003.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Institute for
p.002006: Information Systems supporting visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Technology Management
p.002006: (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Coordination Center
p.002006: for Women's Studies and Gender Research, Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University University Sports
p.002006: Center in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 137. (1) As of the day when this Act enters into full effect (effective date) tenancy rights attaching to
p.002006: properties, buildings and rooms rented by the Federal Government, a university or a university organizational
p.002006: unit with restricted legal capacity shall pass by universal succession to the university or faculty of medicine
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p.002006: Exclusion of the legal consequences of Sections 12a and 46a of the Tenancy Law by way of universal succession to those on the day
p.002006: University or medical faculty using before the deadline.
p.002006: (2) The university also acts as a lessor or lender on the key date specified in paragraph 1
p.002006: Place the federal government in the existing lease and loan agreements.
p.002006: Legal succession for shared properties, buildings and premises
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p.002006: Section 63a. Special provision for admission to master's and doctoral programs § 63a. Special commission
p.002006: relating to the Admission to Master's and Doctoral
p.002006: program
p.002006: § 64. General university entrance qualification §
p.002006: 64th General University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 64a. University entrance examination § 64a.
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification Examination
p.002006: Section 65. Special university entrance qualification
p.002006: 65th Special University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 65a. Suitability for teacher training and professional studies at elementary education institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for teaching at Elementary Educational
p.002006: Institutions
p.002006: Section 65b. Legal protection in admission procedures § 65b.
p.002006: Legal protection in respect of admission procedures
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p.002006: Section 66. Study entry and orientation phase Section 66.
p.002006: Study Starting and Orientation Period
p.002006: Section 67. Leave of absence
p.002006: § 67. Academic Leave
p.002006: Section 68. Expiry of admission to regular studies Section 68.
p.002006: Expiry of Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: § 69. Certificate of departure §
p.002006: 69. Leaving Certificate
p.002006: Section 70. Admission to extraordinary studies Section 70.
p.002006: Admission to non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 71. Expiry of admission to extraordinary studies Section 71. Expiry
p.002006: of Admission to Non-Degree Programs
p.002006: 3a. section
p.002006: Access regulations in the context of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Chapter 3a
p.002006: Admission Regulations in the Context of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 71a. aims
p.002006: Section 71a. Objectives
p.002006: Section 71b. Admission to particularly popular bachelor and diploma courses
p.002006: Section 71c. Additional provisions for admission to the studies affected by the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: Section 71d. Admission to bachelor and diploma courses that are particularly in high demand at a university
p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Assessment of academic success and certificates
p.002006: Section 71b. Admission to Very Popular Bachelor and Diploma Degree Programs
p.002006: Section 71c. Supplementary Provisions Relating to the Admission to Degree Programs Subject to the German Numerus
p.002006: clausus
p.002006: Section 71d. Admission to Very Popular Bachelor's and Diploma Programs at a University
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: Determination of Academic Success and Certificates
p.002006: Section 72. Assessment and assessment of academic success Section 72.
p.002006: Determination of Academic Success and Academic Assessment
p.002006: Section 73. Annulment of assessments Section 73.
p.002006: Annulations of assessments
p.002006: Section 74. Certificates
p.002006: Section 74. Certificates
p.002006: 4a. section
p.002006: Admission and supplementary exams, courses and exams
p.002006: Chapter 4a
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations, Courses and Examinations
p.002006: Section 75. Admission and supplementary exams Section 75.
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations
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p.002006: administration.
p.002006: (2) Unless otherwise provided for in this Federal Act, Chapters 1 and 2 of the Research Organization Act (FOG), F. L.
p.002006: G. No 341/1981, shall also apply to the area of application of this Act.
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p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles for universities in fulfilling their tasks are:
p.002006: 1. Freedom of science and its teaching (Art. 17 of the Basic Law on the
p.002006: general rights of citizens, RGBl. No. 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic
p.002006: Creation, the mediation of art and its teaching (Art. 17a of the Basic Law on General
p.002006: Rights of citizens);
p.002006: 2. Linking research and teaching, linking the development and development of the arts and their teaching
p.002006: as well as the connection between science and art;
p.002006: 3. Diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles to be observed by the universities in pursuance of their objects are:
p.002006: 1. freedom of sciences and their teaching (Art 17 of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals,
p.002006: Imperial Legal Gazette No 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic activity, the dissemination of the arts
p.002006: and their teaching (Art 17a of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals);
p.002006: 2. interaction between research and teaching, the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts, and science and
p.002006: art;
p.002006: 3. diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: 4. freedom of learning;
p.002006: 4. freedom of study;
p.002006: 5. Taking into account the requirements for access to the profession, particularly for teaching in schools
p.002006: or working at elementary education institutions;
p.002006: 6. Participation of the students, especially with regard to study matters and the quality assurance of teaching;
p.002006: 7. National and international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: Graduates as well as academic and artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. Attention to the requirements for entry to professional careers, in particular for teaching at schools or at
p.002006: elementary educational institutions;
p.002006: 6. student co-determination, particularly in respect of matters relating to studies and quality assurance of
p.002006: teaching;
p.002006: 7. national and international mobility of students, graduates, and university scientific and artistic staff;
p.002006: 8. cooperation between university members; 8. collaborative
p.002006: relationships between members of the university;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men; 9. equality
p.002006: of the sexes;
p.002006: 10. equal social opportunities;
p.002006: 10. equality of social opportunity;
p.002006: 11. special attention to the needs of disabled people; 11. special attention to the
p.002006: needs of the handicapped;
p.002006: 12. Economy, economy and practicality of handling; 12. efficient, economical and
p.002006: expedient management of finances;
p.002006: 13. Compatibility of studies or work with childcare obligations for children and relatives in need of care;
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p.002006: liabilities, the use of simplified valuation methods, auditing of the statements, the preparation of appropriate notes
p.002006: and uniform application of these principles.
p.002006: (2a) The Federal Minister shall by decree, after hearing the opinion of the universities and in
p.002006: consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, ensure that uniform principles for income and expenditure
p.002006: accounting under para 1 are in place.
p.002006: (3) The universities ’financial year shall correspond to the calendar year, unless otherwise provided for by the decree
p.002006: under para 3.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall submit annual financial statements, together with an auditor’s report, to the
p.002006: university council by April 30 of each year. The auditor shall be appointed by the university council to audit the
p.002006: books of account and the financial statements not later than six months before the end of the current financial year.
p.002006: The auditor must be a registered auditor and chartered accountant or an auditing and accounting firm
p.002006: independent of the university.
p.002006: (5) The university council shall approve the financial statements submitted by the rectorate within four weeks and
p.002006: forward them to the Federal Minister. In the absence of such approval within the appointed period the financial
p.002006: statements shall nevertheless be forwarded to the Federal Minister, together with an opinion thereon.
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p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister can stipulate that the universities her or him
p.002006: continuously supported by automation and in a technically suitable form access to the planning, control and
p.002006: the statistics require standardized personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other
p.002006: Provide information, in particular for the calculation of the indicators in accordance with Section 12 (8).
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister may, by decree, determine the universities ’duty to provide him / her with ongoing, automated
p.002006: access in an appropriate technical form to such standardized personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information
p.002006: as are necessary for the planning, control and statistics, and in particular for the calculation of indicators in
p.002006: in accordance with § 12 para 8.
p.002006: Use of services
p.002006: Use of External Services
p.002006: § 17. (1) Bundesrechenzentrum GmbH has the universities at their request and for a fee at
p.002006: Support the establishment, further development and operation of the IT processes required for accounting in accordance with §
p.002006: 16 and personnel management are required in accordance with §§ 125 ff.
p.002006: (2) For the personnel accounting of the officials are those operated by Bundesrechenzentrum GmbH
p.002006: in any case to make use of the relevant IT procedures. Due to the processing of personal data
p.002006: Bundesrechenzentrum GmbH acts as a processor in the sense of Art. 28 GDPR.
p.002006: § 17. (1) At their request, Federal Computer Center shall, for consideration, assist the universities with
p.002006: the installation, development and operation of the IT applications necessary for accounting systems as
p.002006: required by § 16 and personnel management systems as required by §§ 125 ff.
p.002006: (2) The universities shall, in all events, make use of the IT applications operated by Federal Computer Center for
p.002006: their payroll computations in respect of permanent civil servants. Because of the processing of personal data, Federal
p.002006: Computer Center shall act as processor in the meaning of Art 28 GDPR.
p.002006: Commercial and tax law status of the Universities Trade and Tax
p.002006: Law Position of the Universities
p.002006: § 18. (1) The universities are not subject to the provisions of the
p.002006: Trade Code 1994 (GewO 1994), Federal Law Gazette No. 194/1994.
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p.002006: (5a) The head of an organizational unit with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
p.002006: Development and development of the arts and the teaching of art can be done by the rectorate because of a
p.002006: serious breach of duty, a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability
p.002006: or are recalled from their position due to a loss of trust.
p.002006: (6) Every university has to issue a newsletter and on the Internet on the university's homepage
p.002006: to make it publicly available. In particular, the following must be announced in the newsletter:
p.002006: 1. Statutes, development plan and organizational plan including personnel allocation;
p.002006: of the arts, and teaching. In so doing, they shall have regard for scientific and artistic freedom, and for the need to
p.002006: leave sufficient scope for scientists and artists to pursue their research, artistic and teaching activities. The
p.002006: detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: (5a) The rectorate may dismiss the head of an organizational unit with research and teaching responsibilities or
p.002006: responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching because of severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on
p.002006: reasonable grounds.
p.002006: (6) Every university shall publish a university gazette and provide public access to the same on its website. The
p.002006: university gazette shall, in particular, be used to publish:
p.002006: 1. statute, development plan and an organization plan including the assignments of personnel;
p.002006: 2. opening balance;
p.002006: 2. opening balance sheet;
p.002006: 3. Service agreement immediately after its conclusion, closing of accounts and
p.002006: Knowledge balance immediately after it has been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. performance agreement immediately upon its conclusion, financial statements and intellectual capital
p.002006: report immediately after they have been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 4. Regulations and rules of procedure of organs; 4. decrees enacted by,
p.002006: and rules of procedure of governing bodies;
p.002006: 5. guidelines of the management bodies; 5th
p.002006: directives issued by management bodies:
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 7. Academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for the
p.002006: Graduates of university courses;
p.002006: 8. communications to students and other statements of general interest;
p.002006: 7. academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for graduates of certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education;
p.002006: 8. announcements to students and other announcements of general interest;
p.002006: 9. Announcement and results of elections; 9th
p.002006: advertisements and results of elections;
p.002006: 10. Vacancies for positions and management positions; 10. advertisements
p.002006: of posts and management positions;
p.002006: 11. Members of the management bodies; 11th
p.002006: members of the management bodies;
p.002006: 12. Granting of teaching powers; 12th
p.002006: award of habilitation degrees (venia docendi);
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p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
p.002006: Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The Senate has a working group for equal treatment issues at each university
p.002006: to establish whose job it is to discriminate against university organs based on gender
p.002006: as well as based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or sexual
p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
p.002006: combating gender discrimination as well as discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation by university governing bodies and for advising and supporting the
p.002006: university’s members and governing bodies in connection with these issues.
p.002006: (2) The number and terms of office of the members of the working group on equal opportunities shall be established
p.002006: by the statute. The groups of university members represented in the senate shall be entitled to delegate
p.002006: members to the working group in proportions established by the statute. The working party shall elect a chairperson
p.002006: from among its number.
p.002006: (3) The members of the working group on equal opportunities shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of
p.002006: their tasks (Art 81c Federal Constitutional Law). They may not be obstructed in the fulfillment of their tasks, and
p.002006: shall not be disadvantaged in their career promotion as a result of these activities.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall provide the working group on equal opportunities with information on all internal
p.002006: university matters, and shall grant it access to all documents and electronic data relating to the university’s
p.002006: personnel, knowledge of which is necessary for the exercise of its tasks. Photocopying of such documents
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
p.002006: allow. Access to the personnel files is only permitted with the consent of the data subjects.
p.002006: (5) Are expert opinions and statements prepared by the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues to prepare its decisions
p.002006: relevant experts and information may be obtained from these experts
p.002006: Experts are provided with the necessary documents. These experts are for
p.002006: Confidentiality required.
p.002006: (6) In particular, the Working Group for Equal Treatment Questions must be informed immediately:
p.002006: 1. All tender texts for filling positions and functions before the tender. The working group
p.002006: has the right to comment on the tender within two weeks of delivery;
p.002006: shall be permitted on request. Access to employees ’files shall be subject to the consent of the persons
p.002006: Concerned.
p.002006: (5) In case that the working group on equal opportunities seeks reports, opinions or information from experts as a
p.002006: basis for its decisions, such experts shall be furnished with the necessary documentation. These experts
p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
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p.002006: qualification, or examinations required to demonstrate proficiency in the German language or physical-motor aptitude.
p.002006: 19. “Admission examinations” mean examinations which, taking the sitter’s previous educational opportunities
p.002006: into account, serve to demonstrate artistic aptitude for art and the teacher training programs in these subjects,
p.002006: or sportive aptitude for studies in sports sciences and the teacher training programs in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. “Non-degree programs” mean certificate university programs for further education and individual
p.002006: courses in scientific subjects as well as studies for establishing the equivalency in the meaning of § 90 para 4.
p.002006: 21. “Certificate university programs for further education” mean courses providing further and continuing
p.002006: education. The establishment of certificate university programs for further education to prepare
p.002006: students for bachelor's or diploma programs in the fine and applied arts is permissible.
p.002006: 22. “Non-degree seeking students” mean students admitted to non-degree programs.
p.002006: 23. “Master degrees in continuing education” mean internationally used degrees awarded to students who
p.002006: successfully complete certificate university
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p.002006: of those university courses are determined, their admission requirements, scope
p.002006: and requirements with access conditions, scope and requirements corresponding
p.002006: foreign master’s courses are comparable.
p.002006: 24. Curriculum is the regulation with which the qualification profile, the content and structure of a degree and
p.002006: the examination regulations are to be laid down. More detailed provisions are to be made in the statutes.
p.002006: 25. Examination regulations are the part of the curriculum that defines the types of exams
p.002006: the examination method and further provisions for the examination procedure.
p.002006: 26. Common study programs are studies that are based on agreements between one
p.002006: or more universities, universities of teacher education, maintainers of technical college
p.002006: Degree programs, private universities or foreign recognized post-secondary educational institutions in
p.002006: in the form of a joint, double or multiple degree program.
p.002006: 27. Studies set up together are studies that are based on agreements between one
p.002006: or several Austrian universities, universities of teacher education, maintainers of
p.002006: Universities of applied sciences or private universities are carried out, with an identical curriculum
p.002006: is to be adopted.
p.002006: 28. Nostrification is the recognition of a foreign degree as
p.002006: Completion of a regular domestic degree.
p.002006: 29. Qualification profile is that part of the curriculum that describes which scientific, artistic
p.002006: and professional qualifications by completing the relevant degree
p.002006: purchase.
p.002006: 31. Plagiarism exists in any case when texts, content or ideas are adopted and as their own
p.002006: be issued. This includes in particular the appropriation and use of text passages,
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p.002006: English language is held, the English language; for admission to doctoral studies for the
p.002006: Successful course of study necessary knowledge of the language in which the study is held,
p.002006: 4. the artistic suitability for the studies at the universities according to § 6 para. 1 nos. 16 to 21,
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language or, if the program is held in English, the English language required for the
p.002006: successful continuation of studies; for the admission to a doctoral program, the knowledge of the language in which
p.002006: the studies are held required for the successful continuation of studies;
p.002006: 4. artistic aptitude, in the case of studies at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21;
p.002006: 5. sporting suitability for sports science studies and 5. sportive aptitude,
p.002006: in the case of degree programs in sports science; and
p.002006: 6. for admission to a bachelor's or diploma course, in accordance with the existence of an ordinance from the rectorate
p.002006: for individual or all bachelor or diploma studies, no special admission regulations for their admission
p.002006: there is evidence that the applicant is a procedure for
p.002006: Passed the aptitude test. Within the scope of this procedure, measures within the meaning of Section 13 (2) 1 lit. g to
p.002006: meet to get admission to the study of non-traditional applicants
p.002006: and applicants from groups that are underrepresented in access to higher education
p.002006: promote. Before the regulation is enacted, the Senate is given the opportunity to comment within six weeks
p.002006: give.
p.002006: (1a) Admission to a teacher training course or a course of study for professional activities
p.002006: In contrast to Paragraph 1, elementary education institutions require:
p.002006: 6. proof that the applicant has passed through an aptitude test procedure, in the case of admission to a bachelor's or
p.002006: diploma programs in accordance with a decree to be issued by the rectorate for some or all bachelor's or diploma
p.002006: programs which have no special admission regulations. Within the framework of this procedure, measures
p.002006: in the meaning of § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g must be taken to especially promote the admission of non-
p.002006: traditional applicants to study programs as well as applicants from underrepresented groups in access
p.002006: to higher education. Prior to the enactment of the decree, the senate shall have the opportunity to give
p.002006: its opinion within six weeks.
p.002006: (1a) Notwithstanding para 1, admission to a teacher training program or a program for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions is conditional on:
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p.002006: 1. general university entrance qualification, 1.
p.002006: the possession of a general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 2. the special university entrance qualification for the chosen course, 2. the possession of
p.002006: a special university entrance qualification required for the
p.002006: study programs selected;
p.002006: 3. the knowledge of the German language necessary for the exercise of the respective profession and
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language required for the practice of the respective profession; and
p.002006: 4. the suitability for studying and the respective professional activity. 4. the aptitude for the
p.002006: studies and the respective profession.
p.002006: (2) People who are already on another course of study for which admission is being sought
p.002006: domestic university or college of education were admitted with the application for admission
p.002006: Submit certificate of departure from this university or teacher training college.
p.002006: (3) If the general and special university entrance qualifications are proven, the following are to be admitted indefinitely:
p.002006: (2) Persons applying to study a subject for which they have already been admitted by another Austrian
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p.002006: teaching at secondary schools (general education), it is possible to choose subjects or specializations which
p.002006: have been completed in addition to the bachelor's program for teacher training in the form of
p.002006: extension programs.
p.002006: (4) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) for graduates of six-semester programs for teacher training requires the completion of an
p.002006: extension programs according to § 54c.
p.002006: (5) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools (general
p.002006: education) for graduates of a program for teaching at primary schools requires the completion of the bachelor's and
p.002006: master's program for teaching at primary schools according to item 1 of the Appendix to the Act on Quality Assurance
p.002006: in higher education.
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p.002006: (6) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) in just one
p.002006: In addition to the prerequisites according to § 63 Para
p.002006: relevant professional practice of at least 3,000 hours in advance.
p.002006: (7) Qualifying conditions may be stipulated in the curriculum for admission to a doctoral program
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (8) The Rectorate is entitled to take part in master's and doctoral studies that are exclusively in one
p.002006: Foreign languages are offered to determine a number of new students and access
p.002006: either through an admission procedure before admission or through a selection procedure after admission
p.002006: regulate. Before the rectorate determines the admission or selection process
p.002006: Give the Senate the opportunity to comment within six weeks. The determination by the rectorate
p.002006: must be submitted by April 30 at the latest in order to take effect from the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) In addition to the requirements stipulated in § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at
p.002006: secondary schools (general education) for only one subject requires the proof of subject-relevant professional
p.002006: experience amounting to at least 3000 hours.
p.002006: (7) The curriculum may stipulate qualitative requirements for the admission to a doctoral program.
p.002006: (8) For master's and doctoral programs which are offered exclusively in a foreign language, the rectorate shall be
p.002006: entitled to determine a number of first-year students and to limit admission either by means of an admission procedure
p.002006: prior to admission or by a selecting procedure after admission. Before the rectorate determines the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure, the senate shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six
p.002006: weeks. The rectorate's decision shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following
p.002006: academic year.
p.002006: (9) Section 71b (7) applies with the exception of item 4. (9) § 71b para 7,
p.002006: with the exception of subpara 4, shall apply.
p.002006: General university entrance qualification General
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification
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p.002006: subpara 12 and §§ 73 to 79 shall apply by analogy
p.002006: (14) A certificate shall be issued for each passed examination. The rectorate shall issue a university entrance
p.002006: qualification certificate for the respective group of studies upon presentation of all certificates. This university
p.002006: entrance qualification certificate shall be valid for all universities, university colleges of teacher education, or
p.002006: universities of applied sciences offering studies in the respective group of studies.
p.002006: (15) The successful completion of the university entrance qualification examination entitles a person
p.002006: to be admitted to all studies within the group of studies, for which the university entrance qualification has been
p.002006: Obtained.
p.002006: (16) The number of examinations under para 5 subparas 2 and 3 as well as the compulsory subjects under para 5 subpara 2
p.002006: for the respective group of studies shall be determined by the rectorate by decree.
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p.002006: Special university entrance qualification Special
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: § 65. (1) In addition to the general university entrance qualification, those in the
p.002006: University Authorization Ordinance - UBVO 1998, Federal Law Gazette II No. 44/1998 in the currently applicable version
p.002006: Prove additional examinations for the matriculation examination for the studies specified therein or take them as supplementary examinations
p.002006: (special university entrance qualification).
p.002006: (2) Applicants with a nationality other than one
p.002006: EU or EEA states and applicants who Austria does not have due to a
p.002006: international treaty has to grant the same rights for professional access as
p.002006: Austrian citizens also have the fulfillment of the study-specific
p.002006: Proof of admission, including the right to be admitted directly to the degree program, can be found in
p.002006: Issuing state of the certificate, with which the general university entrance qualification is proven, exist. The proof
p.002006: a place to study is not required. Is the intended study in Austria in the issuing state of
p.002006: If the certificate has not been set up, the study-specific admission requirements are in relation to a
p.002006: in the issuing state of the certificate, which is technically closest to the intended degree in Austria
p.002006: to complete related studies.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has an ordinance
p.002006: Specify groups of people whose school-leaving certificate is due to their special personal close relationships
p.002006: Austria or its activity on behalf of the Republic of Austria to determine the existence of the
p.002006: special university entrance qualification is considered to be issued in Austria (Ordinance on Groups of Persons). This
p.002006: Groups of people do not have to provide evidence in accordance with paragraph 2.
p.002006: Suitability for teacher training and professional studies at elementary education institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) In admission procedures for teacher training or professional studies
p.002006: Elementary education institutions are responsible for the vocational training and activity of
p.002006: Educators required performance-related, personal, professional and educational
p.002006: To review competencies. The determination of the professional suitability is based on those anchored in the curriculum
p.002006: to orientate subject-specific criteria.
p.002006: (2) The determination of suitability must take scientific criteria into account. About
p.002006: the job-specific requirements and
p.002006: Section 65. (1) In addition to possession of a general university entrance qualification, proof must be furnished on passing
p.002006: the supplementary examinations for certain study programs provided for in the University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Decree - UBVO 1998, Federal Law Gazette II No. 44/1998, as amended, otherwise they shall be taken as
p.002006: additional examinations (special university entrance qualification).
p.002006: (2) Beyond this, applicants who are not nationals of an EU or EEA country, as well as applicants to whom Austria is not
p.002006: obliged under other international treaties to accord the same rights to access to employment as Austrian citizens,
p.002006: shall furnish proof of fulfillment of any subject-specific admission requirements, including those for the right to
p.002006: direct admission to the studies in question in the country of issue of the certificate evidencing the general
p.002006: university entrance qualification. Proof that the applicant has got a study place shall not be required. If the studies
p.002006: applied for in Austria do not exist in the country of issue of the certificate, the subject-specific admission
p.002006: requirements must be fulfilled with regard to the studies in the country of issue which are most closely related to
p.002006: those applied for in Austria.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall designate, by decree, groups of persons whose
p.002006: secondary-school leaving certificates shall, on grounds of their close personal relationships with Austria or
p.002006: activities on behalf of Austria, be deemed to have been issued in Austria for purposes of ascertaining the special
p.002006: university entrance qualification (Decree on Groups of Persons). These groups of persons are exempted from the
p.002006: proof according to para 2.
p.002006: Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for Teaching at Elementary Educational Institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) The admission procedure for teacher training programs or study programs for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions shall check the performance-based, personal, professional and pedagogical competences
p.002006: required for the professional training for and activity as teachers. Ascertaining the subject-related capacity shall
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p.002006: the respective rectorate does not have a study entry and orientation phase.
p.002006: (2) Section 59 and Sections 72 to 79 also apply to the study entry and orientation phase. Within
p.002006: At the beginning of the study and orientation phase, at least two exams must be scheduled, for each one
p.002006: At least two exam dates must be scheduled for the semester, one exam date also during the
p.002006: lecture-free time can be held. The positive success in all courses and
p.002006: Examinations in the study entry and orientation phase entitle the holder to take further courses
p.002006: and exams as well as for writing the bachelor's or diploma thesis provided in the curriculum.
p.002006: (3) In the curriculum it can be stipulated that prior to the complete completion of the study entry
p.002006: and orientation phase of further courses of up to 22
p.002006: ECTS credits may be taken.
p.002006: (4) Admission to the program expires if the student works for him or her within the framework of the
p.002006: The entry and orientation phase of the prescribed test is negative even with the last repetition
p.002006: was judged. Deviating from Section 63 (7), the new admission to this course can only be made for the
p.002006: third semester after the admission expires. The new approval can be made twice
p.002006: be requested. After each new admission, the student has to pay the entire number
p.002006: Exam repetitions are available in the introductory and orientation phase in accordance with Section 77.
p.002006: (5) The introductory and orientation phase serves as an orientation about the main course content and not
p.002006: as a quantitative access restriction.
p.002006: subparas 16 to 21, but in any case for jointly offered teacher training programs, shall be designed in such a manner
p.002006: that it provides students with an overview of the most important contents of the study programs and its
p.002006: continuation and that it forms a relevant basis for their own evaluation of their choice of studies.
p.002006: The orientation period shall be part of the first semester of the studies and shall consist of several courses,
p.002006: amounting to a total of at least 8 and no more than 20 ECTS credits. The needs of working students shall be taken into
p.002006: account. For studies in human medicine, dental medicine, psychology and veterinary medicine, an orientation
p.002006: period is not mandatory, if the rectorate decides so by decree.
p.002006: (2) § 59 and §§ 72 to 79 shall apply also to the orientation period. The orientation period shall
p.002006: include at least two examinations, for which at least two examination dates shall be offered in each semester,
p.002006: one of which may also take place in the recess period. The successful completion of all courses and examinations of the
p.002006: orientation period shall entitle students to take other courses and examinations as well as to write the
p.002006: bachelor's papers and diploma theses prescribed in the curriculum.
p.002006: (3) The curriculum may permit that more advanced courses of up to 22 ECTS credits may be taken prior to the successful
p.002006: completion of the orientation period.
p.002006: (4) The admission to a degree program shall expire, if a student fails the last permissible repetition of an
p.002006: examination prescribed for the orientation period. A new admission to the respective programs, notwithstanding § 63
p.002006: para 7, can be applied for not earlier than in the third semester after expiry of the admission. A new
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p.002006: loses (Section 61 (1) 4 HG),
p.002006: 5. The university course through the positive assessment at the last prescribed examination
p.002006: has completed,
p.002006: 6. exceeds the maximum duration of study specified in the curriculum of a university course
p.002006: or
p.002006: 7. is excluded from extraordinary studies for the reason stated in § 68 Para. 1 No. 8.
p.002006: (2) The expiry of the admission is in the cases of paragraph 1 nos. 3, 4 and 6 of the student concerned
p.002006: to be communicated in writing. The Rectorate has to issue an assessment notice on application.
p.002006: 3. fails the last permissible repetition of an examination prescribed for his / her programs of study;
p.002006: 4. in the case of jointly offered university programs for further education under § 39 para 1 HG has lost the
p.002006: right to admission to the degree program (§ 61 para 1 subpara 4 HG;
p.002006: 5. has completed the certificate university program for further education by passing the last prescribed examination;
p.002006: 6. exceeds the maximum duration of a certificate university program for further education, or
p.002006: 7. is excluded from the non-degree program for the reason stated in § 68 para 1 subpara 8.
p.002006: (2) The expiry of the admission in the cases of para 1 subparas 3, 4 and 6 shall be notified to the student in
p.002006: writing. Upon application, the rectorate shall issue a notification of assessment.
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p.002006: Chapter 3a
p.002006: Access regulations in the context of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Admission Regulations in the Context of the Future Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities Rights and
p.002006: Duties of Students
p.002006: aims
p.002006: Objectives
p.002006: Section 71a. In the course of implementing a capacity-oriented, student-related
p.002006: University funding should include the number of active studies and the number of
p.002006: completed studies at universities.
p.002006: Section 71a. As part of the implementation of a capacity-oriented, student-based funding of universities, the
p.002006: proportion of students who actively take examinations as well as the number of degrees awarded at universities shall be
p.002006: Increased.
p.002006: Admission to particularly popular Bachelor and Diploma programs Admission to Very Popular
p.002006: Bachelor and Diploma Programs
p.002006: Section 71b. (1) In the fields of study or studies that are particularly popular throughout Austria, the
p.002006: Austria-wide minimum number of study places for new students per
p.002006: The academic year and field of study or study are defined as follows:
p.002006: Section 71b. (1) For the very popular fields of education or degree programs throughout Austria, the following
p.002006: number of study places shall be offered for first-year students for each academic year and field of education or
p.002006: degree programs:
p.002006: Field of study / study Minimum number of Field of
p.002006: education / study programs Total number
p.002006: Architecture and urban planning * 2,020
p.002006: Architecture and town planning * 2,020
p.002006: Biology and biochemistry ** 3,700
p.002006: Biology and biochemistry ** 3,700
p.002006: Educational Science 1,460
p.002006: Educational science 1,460
p.002006: Foreign languages 3,020
p.002006: Foreign languages 3,020
p.002006: Computer science 2,800
p.002006: Computer science 2,800
p.002006: Management and Administration / Economy and Administration, general / Economics
p.002006: 10,630 Management and administration / business and administration, general / economic sciences
p.002006: 10.630
p.002006: Pharmacy 1,370
p.002006: Pharmacology 1,370
p.002006: Journalism and Communication Science 1,530 Media and
p.002006: communication studies 1,530
p.002006: Law
p.002006: 4,300 Law
p.002006: 4,300
p.002006: * Exceptions are the studies at the University of Applied Arts Vienna and the University of Art
p.002006: and industrial design Linz and at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: ** Exceptions are studies for which access regulations according to § 124b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 21/2015 have passed and exist in accordance with Section 71c.
p.002006: (2) The distribution of the number of study places specified in Paragraph 1 among the individual universities is within the scope
p.002006: performance agreements.
p.002006: * exempt are degree programs at the University of Applied Art Vienna, the University of Art and Design Linz, and the
p.002006: Academy of Fine Art Vienna.
p.002006: ** exempt are degree programs for which admission regulations have been in place according to § 124b, as amended by
p.002006: F. L. G. I No 21/2015, or are already in place according to § 71c.
p.002006: (2) The distribution of the number of study places under para 1 among the universities shall be determined
p.002006: as part of the performance agreements.
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p.002006: (3) If a university has standardized data-based evidence, it can
p.002006: University in the distribution of the number of study places for new students for
p.002006: a field of study or study according to paragraphs 1 and 2 the infrastructure-related capacities or physical
p.002006: Places, the demand on the job market, research strength and the previous figures of the actual
p.002006: New students are taken into account. By considering
p.002006: University-specific factors may total the minimum number of offers to be offered throughout Austria in accordance with Paragraph 1
p.002006: be increased or decreased by up to 20%.
p.002006: (4) In the fields of study or studies covered by Paragraph 1, the rectorate of each university at which the relevant
p.002006: Degree is entitled to admission to this degree by regulation either
p.002006: through an admission procedure before admission or through the selection of students up to one semester at the longest
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p.002006: offer. Section 58 (8) does not apply.
p.002006: (8) Governs a rectorate of a university or a public teacher training college or
p.002006: regulate the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for
p.002006: Conducting university of applied sciences and private universities in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5
p.002006: a study by regulation or agreement either through an admission procedure before admission or
p.002006: through the selection of the students up to one semester after admission at the latest, if possible
p.002006: Dates for registration and implementation of the procedure, the requirements and the course of the
p.002006: Procedure and the test material relevant to the successful completion of the procedure with the others
p.002006: Universities, universities of teacher education, facilities for carrying out
p.002006: Coordinate universities of applied sciences and private universities at which this course is set up.
p.002006: (9) If an applicant does not study after completing the admission process
p.002006: admitted, her or him is her or his request from the rectorate
p.002006: issue. The applicant has the right to object to this decision before the
p.002006: Federal Administrative Court to lodge an appeal. Section 46 (2) second to fourth sentences are not applicable.
p.002006: Additional provisions for admission to the studies affected by the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: Section 71c. (1) The Rectorate can be used in the Bachelor, Master, Diploma and Doctoral programs by the German
p.002006: Nationwide Numerus Clausus studies in medicine, psychology, veterinary medicine and dentistry are affected by access
p.002006: either through an admission procedure before admission or through the selection of students up to two
p.002006: Restrict semesters after admission, whereby elements of an admission process in the sense of a
p.002006: multi-stage design can also be combined with elements of a selection process. Before this
p.002006: The determination must give the Senate the opportunity to comment within a period of six weeks
p.002006: must be reimbursed. The
p.002006: be the sole criterion for successfully completing the admission or selection procedure.
p.002006: Section 41 of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act (B-GlBG) shall apply to the implementation of the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure. If the selection procedure is to include examinations, re-sits shall be subject
p.002006: to the provisions of this act. Examinations that have been passed may be repeated. Generally, examination dates
p.002006: shall be offered once per semester. Section 58 para 8 shall not apply.
p.002006: (8) If the rectorate of a university or a public university college of teacher education has, or the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, have regulated
p.002006: admission to a study program according to paras 4 and 5 by decree or agreement, either by an admission procedure
p.002006: prior to admission, or by selecting students no later than one semester after admission, the registration dates and the
p.002006: dates for the procedure, the requirements for and the procedure as such, as well as the examinable material
p.002006: relevant for its successful completion shall, wherever possible, be coordinated with the other universities, university
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p.002006: programs nationally with a view to a demand-oriented growth in study places:
p.002006: Total studies
p.002006: Study programs Total number
p.002006: Human and dentistry up to 2,000 human and
p.002006: dental medicine Up to 2,000 psychology
p.002006: 1,300 psychology
p.002006: 1,300 veterinary medicine
p.002006: up to 250 veterinary medicine
p.002006: Up to 250
p.002006: (3) In the studies pursuant to Paragraph 2, the performance agreement of those universities at which the
p.002006: relevant studies are offered, a determination of the number of study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners in terms of a needs-based study place development and under
p.002006: Consideration of previous student numbers. In the study of human medicine, the protection of the
p.002006: to ensure protection interests regulated in paragraph 5.
p.002006: (3) For the degree programs under para 2, the performance agreements of those universities offering the respective
p.002006: programs shall stipulate the number of study places for students beginning their studies with a view to a
p.002006: demand-oriented growth in study places and taking into account the past number of students. In the degree programs
p.002006: for human medicine and dental medicine, it shall be ensured that the interests under para 5 are also protected.
p.002006: (4) Section 71b (7) with the exception of Z 4 and (9) shall apply. (4) Section 71b para 7, with the
p.002006: exception of subpara 4, and para 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (5) In the human medicine course, the right to education and access to higher education is held by the owners
p.002006: and holders of secondary school-leaving certificates issued in Austria due to increased influx of owners
p.002006: Maturity certificates not issued in Austria are severely restricted and public health
p.002006: including maintaining a balanced, accessible and high-quality medical
p.002006: Supply to the population is impaired. Without prejudice to the admission procedure in accordance with Paragraph 1, the
p.002006: 95% of the total study places for the homogeneity of the education system in the study of human medicine
p.002006: New students to EU citizens and them with regard to the
p.002006: Subject to equal access to study programs. 75% of the total study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners are available to holders of secondary school leaving certificates issued in Austria.
p.002006: (6) The Rectorate is entitled, in other medical and veterinary studies, to
p.002006: Admission to these studies by regulation either through an admission process prior to admission or
p.002006: through the selection of students up to one semester after admission at the latest
p.002006: (5) For the programs in human medicine, the right to education and to access to higher education of persons with
p.002006: Austrian secondary-school leaving certificates has been substantially curtailed due to the increased influx of persons
p.002006: with foreign secondary-school leaving certificates, and public health including the maintenance of comprehensive and
p.002006: high-quality medical care accessible to the entire population, is affected. Regardless of the admission procedure under
p.002006: para 1, a total of 95% of all places for first-year students in the program in human medicine shall be reserved for
p.002006: EU citizens and those persons who are accorded the same rights to access to higher education in order to safeguard
p.002006: the homogeneity of the education system. 75% of all places for first-year students are reserved for students with
p.002006: Austrian secondary school leaving certificates.
p.002006: (6) For the other medical and veterinary programs, the rectorate shall have the right to limit admission to these
p.002006: programs by decree by means of either an admission procedure prior to admission or the selection of students
p.002006: up to one semester after admission at the latest, in that elements of an admission procedure
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p.002006: regulate, whereby elements of an admission process in the sense of a multi-level design also with elements of a
p.002006: Selection process can be connected. Section 71b (7) with the exception of numbers 4 and 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (7) If examinations are provided in the selection process, the provisions apply to the repetitions
p.002006: of this federal law. Repetition of positively assessed examinations is also permitted. examination dates
p.002006: are generally to be offered once a semester. Section 58 (8) does not apply.
p.002006: Admission to bachelor and diploma courses that are particularly in high demand at a university
p.002006: Section 71d. (1) The Federal Minister is authorized ex officio or at the request of the person concerned
p.002006: University or universities by ordinance in study fields or studies at a university
p.002006: There is a particularly high demand for a number of study places for new students
p.002006: to lay down and authorize the Rectorate to either admit to this degree by ordinance
p.002006: an admission procedure before admission or through the selection of students up to one semester after the
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p.002006: shall count towards the permissible number of resits. The statute shall state whether further resits are
p.002006: permitted, and if so how many may be taken.
p.002006: (3) The third repetition of an examination must be held before an examination board, if the examination takes the form
p.002006: of a single procedure. On application of the student the same shall apply to the second repetition.
p.002006: (4) In the case of receiving a negative assessment, students shall be entitled to repeat internships in the framework
p.002006: of the pedagogic-practical studies indicated by the curriculum once. To avoid cases that would lead to particular
p.002006: hardship, a second repetition may be permitted if the repeated negative assessment can be attributed to special
p.002006: circumstances for which the student is not responsible.
p.002006: (5) Setting of deadlines for repetitions of examinations and making them conditional on taking course
p.002006: examinations is impermissible.
p.002006: Recognition of exams
p.002006: Recognition of examinations
p.002006: Section 78. (1) Upon application by the ordinary student, exams are assessed as positive, provided that they pass the
p.002006: the examinations prescribed in the curriculum are equivalent, from for study law matters
p.002006: to approve the responsible body if it
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution,
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institution, the access to which is general university entrance qualification
p.002006: requires
p.002006: 3. at a vocational high school in those required for future employment
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 4. at a higher institute for teacher and educator training in the necessary for future professional activity
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 5. in general higher education schools with special attention to the arts
p.002006: or athletic training in artistic and artistic-scientific as well as athletic and
p.002006: sporty-scientific subjects, or
p.002006: § 78. (1) On application of the degree student concerned, examinations passed by students shall be recognized by the
p.002006: officer responsible for study matters by official notification, provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed
p.002006: by the curriculum, if taken
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institutions for which an admission requirement is the
p.002006: general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 3. at a higher vocational schools, in those subjects which are required for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 4. at a school for the training of teachers and non-teaching supervisory staff, in those subjects which are required
p.002006: for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 5. at academic secondary schools with a particular emphasis on music or sports education, in artistic and
p.002006: artistic-scientific subjects as well as in sportive and sportive-scientific subjects; or
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p.002006: Examination board is entitled to admission if necessary on a spatial basis
p.002006: to limit the corresponding number of people. In the case of commissional oral examinations, each member has
p.002006: to be present to the Examination Board during the entire examination period. The result of an oral exam
p.002006: must be announced to the student immediately after the examination. If the test is judged to be negative
p.002006: explain the reasons for this to the student.
p.002006: (3) If the assessment documents (in particular expert opinions, corrections of written tests and
p.002006: Examination papers) are not given to the students, it must be ensured that they are at least six
p.002006: Months from the announcement of the assessment.
p.002006: (4) The examiner or the chairperson of an examination committee has for the
p.002006: to ensure the orderly course of the examination and to keep the examination protocol. In the log are the
p.002006: Subject of the examination, the place and time of the examination, the names of the examiners or the names of the
p.002006: Members of the Examination Board, the names of the student, the questions asked, the questions asked
p.002006: Assessments, the reasons for the negative assessment as well as any special events.
p.002006: The reasons for the negative assessment must be communicated to the student in writing on request. The
p.002006: The examination protocol must be kept for at least six months from the announcement of the assessment.
p.002006: (5) The student must be granted access to the assessment documents and the examination protocols,
p.002006: if he or she requests it within six months of the announcement of the assessment. The
p.002006: Assessment documents also include the exam questions asked for the exam in question. The or the
p.002006: Students are entitled to reproduce these documents. Are excluded from the right to reproduce
p.002006: Multiple choice questions including the respective answer options.
p.002006: of the assessment and substantiate the alleged severe defects. Examinations which are annulled shall not be counted
p.002006: towards the permissible number of resits.
p.002006: (2) Oral examinations shall be open to the public. If necessary, the examiners or the chairpersons of examination
p.002006: boards may limit admission to the number of persons that the premises can accommodate. In the case of oral
p.002006: examinations held before examination boards, all members of the board must be present throughout the examination. The
p.002006: result of an oral examination shall be made known to the student immediately after the examination. In the case of a
p.002006: negative assessment, the reasons shall be explained to the student.
p.002006: (3) If the assessment documents (in particular, examiners' reports, and corrected written examinations and assessment
p.002006: papers) are not surrendered to the student, steps shall be taken to ensure that they are held in safekeeping for at
p.002006: at least six months after announcement of the result.
p.002006: (4) The examiners or the chairpersons of examination boards shall ensure that examinations are conducted in an
p.002006: orderly manner, and shall make records of examinations. Such records shall include the subject of the
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p.002006: supervision and assessment of artistic diploma and master’s submissions shall be established by the statute, and those
p.002006: governing the themes by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (3) § 80 para 2 and § 81 para 3 shall apply also to artistic diploma and master’s submissions.
p.002006: Doctoral and Artistic Doctoral Theses
p.002006: Theses and Artistic Doctoral Theses
p.002006: Section 83. (1) A dissertation or an artistic dissertation must be written in the doctoral program. details
p.002006: Provisions regarding supervision and assessment of dissertations and artistic dissertations are in the statutes,
p.002006: More detailed provisions on the topic of the dissertation or artistic dissertation can be found in the respective curriculum
p.002006: set.
p.002006: (2) Section 80 (2) and Section 81 (3) also apply to dissertations and artistic dissertations.
p.002006: § 83. (1) The preparation of a doctoral thesis or an artistic doctoral thesis shall form part of doctoral
p.002006: program. Detailed regulations for the supervision and assessment of doctoral theses and artistic doctoral
p.002006: these shall be established by the statute, and those governing the topics by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (2) § 80 para 2 and § 81 para 3 shall also apply to doctoral theses and artistic doctoral theses.
p.002006: Inspection of the assessment documents
p.002006: Inspection of assessment documents
p.002006: § 84. (1) If the assessment documents (in particular expert opinions and corrections) fail the students
p.002006: are handed over, the body responsible for study law matters must ensure that
p.002006: these are kept for at least six months from the announcement of the assessment.
p.002006: (2) The student must be given access to the assessment documents if he or she does so
p.002006: requested six months after the announcement of the assessment. The student is entitled to these documents
p.002006: to reproduce.
p.002006: § 84. (1) If the assessment documents (in particular, examiners ’reports on, and corrected papers) are not surrendered
p.002006: to the student, the officer responsible for study matters shall take steps to ensur e that they are held in safekeeping
p.002006: for at least six months after notification of the result.
p.002006: (2) Students shall be permitted to inspect the assessment documents provided that they make such requests within six
p.002006: months of notification of the results. Students shall be entitled to make photocopies of these documents.
p.002006: Recognition of academic and artistic works Recognition of Academic
p.002006: Theses and Artistic Submissions
p.002006: Section 85. (1) The recognition of scientific and artistic works is without prejudice to paragraph 2
p.002006: inadmissible.
p.002006: (2) Academic and artistic work assessed positively, the students in a course of study
p.002006: have written that they can no longer successfully complete for legal reasons are at the request of
p.002006: Students from the body responsible for study law matters
p.002006: § 85. (1) The recognition of academic theses and artistic submissions shall be permissible, notwithstanding para 2.
p.002006: (2) Accepted academic theses or artistic submissions that students have submitted as part of a program that
p.002006: they are unable to complete on legal grounds shall be recognized by official notification by the officer
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p.002006: artistic work, the author is entitled to exclude the use of the
p.002006: to apply for delivered copies for a maximum of five years after delivery. The application is dated for
p.002006: competent body in matters of study law, if the student
p.002006: demonstrates that important legal or economic interests of the student are at risk.
p.002006: § 86. (1) Before the award of the degree, a graduate shall publish one complete copy of the accepted academic thesis or
p.002006: artistic submission or the documentation of the artistic submission by lodging it with the library of the
p.002006: university where the degree is awarded. The statutes can stipulate that this submission shall be done only
p.002006: Electronically. Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate that the publication shall be done electronically in a
p.002006: publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (2) An accepted doctoral thesis or artistic doctoral thesis or the documentation of the artistic doctoral thesis
p.002006: shall also be published by lodging a copy with the Austrian National Library. The statutes can stipulate that
p.002006: this submission shall be done only electronically. Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate that the publication shall be
p.002006: done electronically in a publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (3) Academic theses or artistic submissions or related components thereof that are not capable of reproduction shall be
p.002006: exempt from the duty of publication.
p.002006: (4) On lodging an academic thesis or artistic submission or the documentation of the artistic submission with a
p.002006: library, the author shall be entitled to apply for access to the copies deposited therewith to be withheld for a
p.002006: maximum of five years from the time of delivery. The officer responsible for study matters shall allow such
p.002006: applications, if the student establishes that his / her legal or business interests would be materially endangered by
p.002006: permitting access.
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p.002006: Section 6
p.002006: Chapter 6
p.002006: Academic Grade Academic
p.002006: Degrees
p.002006: Awarding of the academic degree or the academic title Award of the Academic Degree
p.002006: or the Academic Designation
p.002006: § 87. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of the
p.002006: ordinary studies, with the exception of the extension studies, after the positive assessment of all in the
p.002006: according to the respective curriculum and in the diploma, master and doctoral studies
p.002006: the delivery of the positively assessed scientific or artistic work or the documentation of the
p.002006: artistic work, the specified academic degree by written notice immediately, however
p.002006: to be granted ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (2) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of
p.002006: University courses after the positive assessment of all examinations and prescribed in the respective curriculum
p.002006: after delivery of the final written work provided for in the curriculum
p.002006: the master's degree or the academic name specified by a written notification immediately,
p.002006: however, to be awarded ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (3) To support the international mobility of graduates, the award notice is
p.002006: to include an English language translation, naming the university and the issuing body
p.002006: as well as the academic degree or academic title are not to be translated. The
p.002006: Award notice must in any case contain the following information:
p.002006: § 87. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later
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p.002006: 30 were obtained under the auspices of a partner institution, or more than 120 ECTS credits of which at least 60 were
p.002006: obtained under the auspices of a foreign partner institution, a document may be issued jointly with the partner
p.002006: institution or partner institutions in addition to the award of the academic degree.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly offered study programs according to § 54e, the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters at the educational institution which has admitted the student shall award the academic degree. The
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the study programs shall be specified in the document.
p.002006: (7) To support the international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: an attachment (diploma supplement) to the award notice in accordance with Article IX.3 of the Convention
p.002006: the recognition of qualifications in higher education in the European region, Federal Law Gazette III No. 71/1999,
p.002006: to join. The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has
p.002006: a regulation stipulates the form in which the diploma supplement is to be issued.
p.002006: Academic degree and academic title for the graduates of university courses
p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curricula of university courses, those in the respective subject may be international
p.002006: customary master's degrees to be set for the graduates of those university courses
p.002006: are to be lent, their access conditions, scope and requirements with access conditions,
p.002006: The scope and requirements of corresponding foreign master's programs are comparable.
p.002006: (2) If paragraph 1 does not apply, the academic name "Akademische ..." or
p.002006: "Academic ..." with an addition that characterizes the content of the respective university course
p.002006: be determined, which is to be awarded to the graduates of those university courses that at least
p.002006: Include 60 ECTS credits.
p.002006: (7) In the interest of international students and graduate mobility, a Diploma Supplement under Art IX.3 of the
p.002006: Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications Concerning Higher Education in the European Region, F.L.G. III No
p.002006: 71/1999, has to be attached to the official notification of the award. The Federal Minister of Education,
p.002006: Science and Research shall, by decree, determine the manner in which the Diploma Supplement is to be issued.
p.002006: Academic Degree and Academic Designation for Graduates of Certificate University Programs for Further Education
p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curriculum of a certificate university program for further education in the respective disciplines
p.002006: internationally common master's degrees may be laid down, which may be conferred upon the graduates of those
p.002006: certificate university programs for further education whose access requirements, scope and qualifications are
p.002006: comparable with the access requirements, scope and qualifications of corresponding foreign master's programs.
p.002006: (2) If para 1 is not applicable, the designation “Academic…” or “Academic…” with an addition
p.002006: specifying the contents of the respective further education course may be laid down, which shall be conferred upon the
p.002006: graduates of those further education courses that cover at least 60 ECTS credits.
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p.002006: Management of academic grade use
p.002006: of Academic Degrees
p.002006: Section 88. (1) Persons receiving a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: An academic degree has been awarded the right to obtain this in the in the
p.002006: Award certificate specified, also abbreviated, form, the academic degree including
p.002006: of a gender-specific addition.
p.002006: (1a) Persons from a domestic post-secondary educational institution or a
p.002006: recognized post-secondary institution of another contracting party to the EU accession treaty or another
p.002006: Contracting party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area was awarded an academic degree
p.002006: Right to enter this academic degree in abbreviated form without addition in accordance with paragraph 1 in public documents
p.002006: to demand.
p.002006: (2) "Mag.", "Dr." and "Dipl.-Ing." ("DI") are to be put in front of the name in the case of the tour, the
p.002006: other academic degrees are to be added to the name.
p.002006: Revocation of domestic academic degrees or academic titles
p.002006: § 89. The award notice is from the person responsible for study law matters
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p.002006: domestic academic degree that the applicant is entitled to use instead of his / her foreign one in
p.002006: consequence of nostrification. A note recording the nostrification shall be put onto the awarding document of the
p.002006: foreign degree submitted. A decision on applications for the recognition of foreign degrees shall be made,
p.002006: notwithstanding Section 73 General Administrative Procedure Act, within a maximum of three months of receipt of the
p.002006: application by official notification.
p.002006: (4) In case that equivalence has been established basically and only certain supplementary qualifications
p.002006: are required for full equivalence, the officer responsible for study matters shall, by official notification,
p.002006: instruct the applicant to take the required examinations and / or write an academic thesis within a reasonable
p.002006: period. For the purpose of submission of the supplementary requirements, the applicant shall be admitted as a
p.002006: non-degree seeking student.
p.002006: (5) Nostrification shall be revoked if obtained by fraudulent means, in particular the use of counterfeit certificates.
p.002006: (6) The fee for nostrification of a foreign degree shall be € 150, payable in advance. It shall become
p.002006: forfeited if the application for nostrification is refused or withdrawn.
p.002006: Section 8
p.002006: Chapter 8
p.002006: Tuition fee regulations
p.002006: Provisions on Tuition Fees
p.002006: Tuition Fee
p.002006: Tuition fees
p.002006: § 91. (1) Ordinary students with the nationality of an EU or EEA state and ordinary
p.002006: Students to whom Austria has the same rights to access a profession on the basis of an international law treaty
p.002006: grant like Austrian nationals, and ordinary students, among the groups of people
p.002006: according to the Ordinance on Groups of People, as well as regular students from third countries,
p.002006: the one over another
p.002006: § 91. (1) Degree programs students who are citizens of EU member states or EEA member states, degree programs
p.002006: students to whom Austria is obliged under other international treaties to accord the same rights to access to
p.002006: employment as Austrian citizens, degree programs students belonging to a group of persons according to the
p.002006: Decree on Groups of Persons, as well as degree-programs students from third countries who have been granted another
p.002006: kind of residence permit than
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p.002006: Residence permit as that for students in accordance with § 64 Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), Federal Law Gazette I No.
p.002006: 100/2005, if they have the intended study time
p.002006: 1. a Bachelor's or Master's degree, with 30 ECTS credit points per semester
p.002006: correspond, or
p.002006: 2. a doctoral program or a section of a diploma program, or
p.002006: 3. an extension course in accordance with § 54a, with 30 ECTS credit points per semester
p.002006: correspond and, if necessary, is rounded up to whole semesters, or
p.002006: 4. an extension course in accordance with § 54b, whereby the planned study time for the
p.002006: Extension studies for the extension of the bachelor's program eight semesters and for the extension studies
p.002006: four semesters to expand the master’s program, or
p.002006: 5. an extension course in accordance with § 54c, whereby the planned study time is eight semesters,
p.002006: in order to exceed more than two semesters, pay a tuition fee of 363.36 euros for each semester. The
p.002006: The tuition fee increases by 10% within the grace period.
p.002006: (2) Ordinary students from third countries who do not fall under paragraph 1 and who have a residence permit
p.002006: for students in accordance with § 64 Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), Federal Law Gazette I No. 100/2005,
p.002006: have to pay a tuition fee of 726.72 euros for each semester.
p.002006: (3) Extraordinary students who only attend individual courses
p.002006: scientific subjects are admitted regardless of their nationality
p.002006: Tuition fee of 363.36 euros to be paid for each semester.
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p.002006: job groups by group of disciplines in full-time equivalents ”, as well as the practical implementation of the measures
p.002006: in case of non-fulfillment of the performance agreement.
p.002006: (2) Within the framework of admission and selection procedures, it shall be permissible for the
p.002006: universities to collect data according to § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 12/2002, as amended, on the applicants or examinees, respectively, and to process these data in anonymous and
p.002006: aggregated format for statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (3) In order to ensure that the measures according to § 12a para 4, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 8/2018, are implemented and a comprehensive personal monitoring for the prevention of drop-outs and an
p.002006: increase of the study progress is carried out, the universities shall
p.002006: 1. keep data-related records on the social dimension in teaching as well as on the inclusion of underrepresented groups
p.002006: in higher education according to
p.002006: § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 8/2018, and make use of existing
p.002006: surveys in this field to
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p.002006: 2. Data on the students and their progress according to § 3 of the Education Documentation Act in
p.002006: to link the currently applicable version
p.002006: and thus document the quantitative developments of these aspects and make them verifiable. To this
p.002006: The purpose is to give the universities in particular access to those personal data that are based on § 9
p.002006: Section.
p.002006: 6 of the Education Documentation Act, as amended, on the occasion of the inclusion of the
p.002006: Students and the departure of students.
p.002006: (4) Sections 12, 12a and 13 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 are due to the
p.002006: Agreement according to Art. 15a B-VG between the federal government and the state of Lower Austria on the establishment and the
p.002006: Operation of the University Center for Continuing Education (Danube University Krems) including annex, Federal Law Gazette No. 501/1994, and
p.002006: the agreement according to Art. 15a B-VG between the federal government and the state of Lower Austria on the expansion of the
p.002006: University Center for Continuing Education (Danube University Krems) and its annex, Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2014, to the
p.002006: Financing of the University for Continuing Education Krems according to § 10 of the federal law on the
p.002006: University for Continuing Education Krems (DUK Law 2004), Federal Law Gazette I No. 22/2004, in the currently applicable
p.002006: Version, not applicable.
p.002006: (5) Sections 12, 12a and 13 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 apply to the budgeting of the
p.002006: the Medical Faculty of the University of Linz can be used from January 1, 2029. Until the end of
p.002006: 15a B-VG between the federal government and the state of Upper Austria on the establishment
p.002006: and the operation of a medical faculty and the establishment of the study of human medicine at the University of Linz,
p.002006: BGBl. I No. 18/2014, on December 31, 2028, the budgeting and financing will take place at the University of Linz
p.002006: Faculty of Medicine established in accordance with Art. 15a B-VG Agreement, Federal Law Gazette I No. 18/2014.
p.002006: (6) Section 12 (2) is with the Federal Minister regarding the establishment of an agreement
p.002006: Federal Minister of Finance for the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021 not
p.002006: apply. About the distribution of the total amount in accordance with Section 141b over the three budget pillars mentioned in Section 12 (2)
p.002006: the Federal Minister has no later than one month after the entry into force
p.002006: Federal law agreement with the
p.002006: 2. link them to data on students and their study progress according to § 3 of the Education Documentation Act, as
p.002006: amended,
p.002006: and thus to document and provide verifiable evidence for the quantitative developments of these
p.002006: aspects. For this purpose, the universities shall be given access, in particular, to those personal data
p.002006: collected on the basis of § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, as amended, on the occasion of the application
p.002006: of students as well as their leaving.
p.002006: (4) Based on the agreement according to Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law between the Federal Government and the
p.002006: Provincial Government of Lower Austria on the Establishment and the Maintenance of the University Center for Continuing
p.002006: Education (Danube University Krems) together with its Annex, F.L.G. No 501/1994, as well as the
p.002006: agreement according to Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law between the Federal Government and the Provincial
p.002006: Government of Lower Austria on the Extension of the University Center for Continuing Education (Danube University
p.002006: Krems) together with its Annex, F.L.G. I No 81/2014, §§ 12, 12a and 13, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G.
p.002006: I No 8/2018, shall not apply to the funding of the University for Continuing Education Krems according to § 10 of
p.002006: the Federal Act on the Danube University Krems 2004, F.L.G. I No 22/2004, as amended.
p.002006: (5) Sections 12, 12a and 13, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 8/2018, shall apply from 1 January 2029 to the
p.002006: budgeting of the Faculty of Medicine established at the University of Linz. Until the expiry of the validity of the
p.002006: agreement according to Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law between the Federal Government and the Provincial
p.002006: Government of Upper Austria on the Establishment and the Maintenance of a Faculty of Medicine and the Establishment of
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p.002006: 79 paragraphs 5 and 6, 78 paragraph 8, the heading to 82, 82 paragraphs 1 and 2, 84 paragraph 2, 85
p.002006: including heading, 86, 87 paragraph 1, 90 paragraph 3, 98 paragraph 4, 99 paragraph 4, 109 paragraph 3 and 4,
p.002006: 115 including heading, 119 para. 6 no.1, 123a, 123b para. 5 and 6, 125 para. 1, 135
p.002006: Paragraphs 3 to 6 and 143 paragraphs 8, 12a, 23, 24, 29a, 35a, 37 to 44 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No.
p.002006: 131/2015 come into force on 1st January 2016. Section 99 paras. 5 to 7 come into force on October 1, 2016.
p.002006: (38) § 21 Paragraphs 4 and 5 in the version of Federal Law Gazette I No. 131/2015 are only based on the composition of the university councils
p.002006: for the period beginning on March 1, 2018.
p.002006: (39) Section 21 (11) in the version of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 131/2015 is from the beginning of the term of office for
p.002006: to apply the university councils on March 1, 2018.
p.002006: (40) Section 13 (2) 1 lit. k, l and m, Section 54 (6d) and Section 64 (6) shall expire on December 31, 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66 in the version of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 131/2015 also comes into effect
p.002006: Effective January 1, 2016 and expires on December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister has the impact of the study entry and orientation phase in
p.002006: Cooperation with the universities and to evaluate the National Council in December 2020 at the latest
p.002006: Submit a report on the result of the evaluation.
p.002006: (42) The 3a. Section of Part II together with the heading (sections 71a to 71d including headings) comes into effect on January 1
p.002006: 2016 in force and expires on December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister
p.002006: The Federal Minister has to evaluate the effects of the access regulations in cooperation with the universities
p.002006: and submit a report on the result of the evaluation to the National Council by December 2020 at the latest.
p.002006: The focus of the evaluation is on the composition of the applicants and the students
p.002006: of those who have registered for an admission or selection process but who have not
p.002006: have appeared for examination, in social and cultural terms as well as by gender and
p.002006: Nationality. It is permissible by the applicants or examination participants
p.002006: -Participants the employment and the educational career of the parents as well as their profession and their position
p.002006: in the profession within the meaning of § 9 paragraph 6
p.002006: subpara 5, 63 para 1 subpara 4, 64 para 1 subparas 6 to 8, 64 paras 4, 5 and 6, 66
p.002006: paras 1 to 6, 67 paras 1 and 2, 68 para 2, 70 para 2, Chapter 3a of Part II, 72, 73
p.002006: para 1, 74 paras 2 and 4, 75 paras 1 to 3, 77 para 1, 79 paras 5 and 6, 78 para 8, the
p.002006: heading of 82, 82 paras 1 and 2, 84 para 2, 85 including the heading, 86, 87 para 1,
p.002006: 90 para 3, 98 para 4, 99 para 4, 109 paras 3 and 4, 115 including the heading, 119
p.002006: para 6 subpara 1, 123a, 123b paras 5 and 6, 125 para 1, 135 paras 3 to 6 and 143 paras 8, 12a, 23, 24, 29a, 35a, 37 to
p.002006: 44, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016. § 99 paras 5 to 7
p.002006: shall enter into force on October 1, 2016.
p.002006: (38) § 21 paras 4 and 5, as amended by F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the composition of the
p.002006: university councils for the term of office beginning on 1 March 2018.
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p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Equality between women and men Gender
p.002006: Equality
p.002006: Duty of Career
p.002006: Advancement for women
p.002006: § 41. All organs of the university have to work towards that in all university work areas
p.002006: balanced number ratio between women and men working at the university. Achievement
p.002006: This goal is achieved through appropriate measures, in particular through the enactment and implementation of a
p.002006: Women's promotion plan to strive for.
p.002006: § 41. All university bodies shall make efforts to achieve a balanced representation of men and
p.002006: women at work in all areas of university activities. Appropriate action shall be taken to attain this goal,
p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
p.002006: Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The Senate has a working group for equal treatment issues at each university
p.002006: to establish whose job it is to discriminate against university organs based on gender
p.002006: as well as based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or sexual
p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
p.002006: combating gender discrimination as well as discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation by university governing bodies and for advising and supporting the
p.002006: university’s members and governing bodies in connection with these issues.
p.002006: (2) The number and terms of office of the members of the working group on equal opportunities shall be established
p.002006: by the statute. The groups of university members represented in the senate shall be entitled to delegate
p.002006: members to the working group in proportions established by the statute. The working party shall elect a chairperson
p.002006: from among its number.
p.002006: (3) The members of the working group on equal opportunities shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of
p.002006: their tasks (Art 81c Federal Constitutional Law). They may not be obstructed in the fulfillment of their tasks, and
p.002006: shall not be disadvantaged in their career promotion as a result of these activities.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall provide the working group on equal opportunities with information on all internal
p.002006: university matters, and shall grant it access to all documents and electronic data relating to the university’s
p.002006: personnel, knowledge of which is necessary for the exercise of its tasks. Photocopying of such documents
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
p.002006: allow. Access to the personnel files is only permitted with the consent of the data subjects.
p.002006: (5) Are expert opinions and statements prepared by the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues to prepare its decisions
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p.002006: Concerned.
p.002006: (5) In case that the working group on equal opportunities seeks reports, opinions or information from experts as a
p.002006: basis for its decisions, such experts shall be furnished with the necessary documentation. These experts
p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
p.002006: representing religion or belief, age or sexual orientation, it is
p.002006: entitled to call the arbitration board within three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) The respective collegial body has the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to inform immediately about its composition. Is the proportion of women at least 50% according to §
p.002006: 20a (2) is not adequately maintained, the working group for equality issues can within four weeks
p.002006: Make an objection to the incorrect composition to the Arbitration Commission. The objection of the incorrect
p.002006: Composition has to be omitted if there are factual reasons. If the collegial body is incorrectly composed,
p.002006: and raises the working group for equality issues
p.002006: 3. a list of candidates invited for interviews.
p.002006: (7) The rectorate shall, when notifying the responsible employee’s council of the candidate with whom an employment
p.002006: contract is to be concluded, simultaneously inform the working group on equal opportunities. Employment contracts
p.002006: concluded without prior notification of the working group or before expiry of the period prescribed by para
p.002006: 8 shall be null and void.
p.002006: (8) If the working group on equal opportunities has reason to believe that a decision made by a
p.002006: university governing body reflects a discrimination against a person on the basis of gender, ethnicity,
p.002006: religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation, it shall have the right to invoke the arbitration board within
p.002006: three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) Each collegial body shall inform the working group on equal opportunities of its composition without delay. If the
p.002006: quota of at least 50% women according to
p.002006: § 20a para 2 in the collegial body is not met, the working group on equal opportunities may raise an
p.002006: objection against the incorrect composition to the arbitration board within four weeks. The objection against the
p.002006: incorrect composition shall not be raised when objective reasons exist. If the composition of the collegial body is
p.002006: incorrect and if the working group on equal opportunities raises an objection, its decisions shall be void. If the
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities does not raise
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p.002006: Objection, the decisions of the collegiate body are void. The working group for equality issues does not survey
p.002006: the objection of incorrect composition on time, the collegial body applies with regard to § 20a para.
p.002006: 2 composed correctly.
p.002006: (8b) The Senate has the working group for equality issues immediately on the result
p.002006: the election of the members of the University Council in accordance with Section 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1. In the event of violation of Section 20a (3)
p.002006: the working group for equality issues can object to the incorrect statement within four weeks
p.002006: Collect the composition of the University Council from the arbitration committee. The objection of incorrect composition
p.002006: must be avoided if there are factual reasons.
p.002006: (8c) The Finding Commission and the Senate have the Working Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: submit the respective proposal for the appointment of the Rector. Is the suspicion of
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p.002006: To make available.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister shall publish a statement, based on the reports of the universities, on the implementation of
p.002006: the gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies according to § 20a at all universities on the website of the
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research in an appropriate format.
p.002006: (9) If the working group on equal opportunities lodges a complaint with the arbitration board, the entry into effect
p.002006: of the university governing body’s decision shall be impermissible until the arbitration board has ruled on the matter.
p.002006: (10) The working group shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the
p.002006: rectorate.
p.002006: (11) The rectorate shall, contingent upon budgetary considerations, allocate the required personnel and equipment as
p.002006: well as the necessary rooms to the working group on equal opportunities for the performance of its duties.
p.002006: arbitration Commission
p.002006: Arbitration board
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration committee must be set up at each university. Her duties include:
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration board shall be established at every university. Its duties shall include:
p.002006: 1. mediation in disputes by members of the university; 1. mediating in
p.002006: disputes between university members;
p.002006: 2. the decision on complaints from the working group for equality issues
p.002006: discrimination on the basis of sex or on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: Belief, age or sexual orientation by decision of a university organ;
p.002006: 3. Decision on defending the incorrect composition of the working group for
p.002006: Equality issues within four weeks;
p.002006: 4. Decision on defending the deficiency of the election proposal of the working group for
p.002006: Equal treatment issues within 14 days.
p.002006: 2. ruling on complaints by the working group on equal opportunities with regard to discrimination on the
p.002006: basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation through decisions of
p.002006: university governing bodies;
p.002006: 3. deciding on objections against the incorrect composition by the working group on equal opportunities within
p.002006: four weeks;
p.002006: 4. deciding on objections against the inadequacy of the election proposal by the working group on equal opportunities
p.002006: within fourteen days.
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p.002006: (2) Matters that are subject to legal recourse and performance reviews
p.002006: excluded from the review by the Arbitration Commission.
p.002006: (3) The arbitration commission should fulfill its tasks as far as possible by agreement between the parties
p.002006: work towards.
p.002006: (4) All organs and members of the university are obliged to the members of the arbitration commission
p.002006: Information, in particular also about personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other information,
p.002006: to give on the matter and to take part in contact discussions.
p.002006: (5) The Arbitration Commission is involved in the matters pursuant to Paragraph 1 No. 2 within three months
p.002006: To decide whether to discriminate by the decision of the university organ
p.002006: Reason of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief,
p.002006: age or sexual orientation. The complaint concerns the proposal of the search commission
p.002006: or the proposal of the Senate to appoint the rector
p.002006: to decide the arbitration commission within 14 days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration commission affirms the existence of discrimination on the basis of the
p.002006: Gender, based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or age
p.002006: sexual orientation, the university organ has a new personnel decision taking into account the
p.002006: Legal opinion of the arbitration commission. Does the discrimination concern the proposal of the
p.002006: The Finding Commission or the Senate to appoint the Rector is the
p.002006: Proposal to be returned to the Finding Commission or the Senate The Finding Commission and the Senate
p.002006: are obliged in this case to have the legal status that corresponds to the legal opinion of the arbitration commission
p.002006: to manufacture immediately.
p.002006: (7) The working group for equality issues and the university body concerned have the right to
p.002006: lodge an appeal with the Federal Administrative Court against the decision concluding the proceedings.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the Rector during pending proceedings before the
p.002006: Arbitration commission or in spite of a negative decision of the arbitration commission are ineffective.
p.002006: (9) The Arbitration Commission consists of six members who are not members of the family concerned
p.002006: Must be university. One male and one each
p.002006: (2) Matters which are the subject of legal proceedings, and performance evaluations shall be excluded from
p.002006: investigation by the arbitration board.
p.002006: (3) In the performance of its duties, the arbitration board shall try to reach an agreement between the parties to
p.002006: disputes.
p.002006: (4) All university bodies and members shall be obliged to furnish the arbitration board with information on matters
p.002006: investigated by it, especially on personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information, and take part
p.002006: in communication dialogues.
p.002006: (5) The arbitration board shall issue an official notification on the matters under para 1 subpara 2 within three
p.002006: months, whether the decision by the university governing body discriminates on the basis of gender,
p.002006: ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation. If the complaint concerns the shortlist drawn up
p.002006: by the search committee or the shortlist drawn up by the senate for the election of the rector, the arbitration board
p.002006: shall decide within fourteen days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration board finds that discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation in cases under para 1 subpara 2 has occurred, the university governing
p.002006: body shall be obliged to make a new personnel decision having regard to the legal opinion of the arbitration board. If
p.002006: the discrimination concerns the shortlist submitted by the search committee or the senate for the election of the
p.002006: rector, the shortlist shall be returned to the search committee or the senate. The search committee and the
p.002006: senate are in this case obliged to, without delay, bring about the legal situation which accords with the legal opinion
p.002006: of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (7) The working group on equal opportunities and the university governing body concerned shall however have
p.002006: the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification concluding an arbitration
p.002006: procedure.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the rector during a pending arbitration procedure or in the face of a negative
p.002006: ruling of the arbitration board shall be null and void.
p.002006: (9) The arbitration board shall consist of six members, none of whom may be members of the university concerned. The
p.002006: senate, university council and working
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p.002006: female members are from the Senate, the University Council and the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for one
p.002006: Nominee term of office of two years. Two of the members must be legally qualified. from
p.002006: The Senate, the University Council and the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are each a female and a female
p.002006: to nominate a substitute male member.
p.002006: (10) The members of the Arbitration Commission are not required to issue any instructions or to perform this function
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p.002006: (2) Complaints in matters relating to studies must be submitted to the body that made the decision
p.002006: has enacted. If the complaint is not inadmissible or late, the complaint has to be dealt with
p.002006: entire act
p.002006: Section 46. (1) University governing bodies shall apply the General Administrative Procedure Act.
p.002006: (2) Appeals in matters relating to studies shall be submitted to the university governing body that has issued the
p.002006: official notification. The university governing body shall forward the appeal together with all relevant
p.002006: documents to the senate
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p.002006: to be submitted to the Senate immediately. The Senate can issue an opinion on the complaint. Lies a
p.002006: such an expert opinion, the preliminary decision on the complaint must take this into account
p.002006: Expert opinion. If the complaint is submitted to the Federal Administrative Court, it is the opinion of the Senate
p.002006: to join. In deviation from Section 14 (1) VwGVG, the responsible body must make a decision within four months.
p.002006: (3) In matters of study, the organs are also legally represented by the students
p.002006: In accordance with sections 4 (1a) and 12 (2a) HSG 2014, entitled to bring in legal remedies.
p.002006: (4) University organs to whom the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court pursuant to Art. 132 (5) B-VG
p.002006: is granted the right to file an appeal against the findings of this court in accordance with Art. 133 B-VG.
p.002006: (5) Applicants as well as students who
p.002006: Have reached the age of 16 are eligible for trial in legal proceedings.
p.002006: without delay, unless the appeal is inadmissible or was made too late. The senate shall have the right to prepare
p.002006: a report on the appeal. If such a report has been prepared, the preliminary ruling on the appeal shall take
p.002006: into account this report. If the appeal is submitted to the Federal Administrative Court, the report prepared by the
p.002006: senate shall be enclosed. Notwithstanding § 14 para 1 of the Administrative Court Act, the competent university
p.002006: governing body shall take a decision within four months.
p.002006: (3) In study related matters the official student representatives shall be entitled to take legal action according to §
p.002006: 4 para 1a and § 12 para 2a HSG 2014.
p.002006: (4) University bodies which, according to Art 132 para 5 Federal Constitutional Law, have been accorded the right
p.002006: to raise a complaint before the Federal Administration Court shall have the right to raise final
p.002006: complaints against the decision of this Court according to Art 133 Federal Constitutional Law.
p.002006: (5) Applicants as well as students who are at least 16 years of age have the capacity to sue and be sued in
p.002006: procedures under study law.
p.002006: Delay in organs
p.002006: Dilatoriness of Bodies
p.002006: Section 47. (1) If an organ of a university that does not belong to the management bodies comes after it
p.002006: The Rectorate, upon request of one or
p.002006: to set a deadline of four weeks within one of the affected members of the university or ex officio
p.002006: who has to make up for the offending organ the task to be performed. If this allows the deadline to pass, it is permitted
p.002006: perform the fulfilling task of the rectorate (replacement). This does not apply in the area of application
p.002006: of Section 73 of the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991.
p.002006: (2) If the Senate, the Rector within the meaning of Paragraph 1 is in default, the
p.002006: University council at the request of a member of the university or an official affected by it
p.002006: because of the measures according to paragraph 1.
p.002006: (3) If the university council within the meaning of paragraph 2 or in a matter of
p.002006: § 21 (1) is in default, the Federal Minister has to make the replacement.
p.002006: § 47. (1) If a university body not forming part of the university management fails to fulfill a duty incumbent
p.002006: upon it by virtue of this Act within a reasonable period, the rectorate may, on application of a university
p.002006: member affected thereby or acting ex officio, grant an extension of four weeks, within which the body which is in delay
p.002006: must fulfill such task (substitute performance). If this period expires without action being taken, the rectorate shall
p.002006: itself perform the task in question. This shall not apply to the area of application of Section 73 General Administrative
p.002006: Procedure Act 1991.
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p.002006: (2) According to an ordinance of the rectorate, the university entrance examination can be carried out for the following
p.002006: Study group groups are filed:
p.002006: Section 64a. (1) Persons who do not possess an Austrian secondary-school leaving certificate shall obtain, in accordance
p.002006: with a decree by the rectorate, the general university entrance qualification for bachelor's
p.002006: programs and diploma programs of a group of studies, after having passed the university entrance
p.002006: qualification examination.
p.002006: (2) The university entrance qualification examination may, according to a decree of the rectorate, be sat for
p.002006: one of the following groups of studies:
p.002006: 1. Humanities and cultural studies; 1. Studies
p.002006: in Arts and Humanities;
p.002006: 2. engineering studies; Second
p.002006: Studies in Engineering Sciences;
p.002006: 3. Artistic studies;
p.002006: 3. Art studies;
p.002006: 4. Natural science studies; 4th
p.002006: Studies in Natural Science;
p.002006: 5. Legal studies; 5th
p.002006: Law studies;
p.002006: 6. Social and economic studies; 6. Studies in
p.002006: Social and Economic Sciences;
p.002006: 7. Theological studies;
p.002006: 7. Theological studies;
p.002006: 8. Medical and veterinary studies; 8. Medical and
p.002006: Veterinary studies;
p.002006: 9. teacher training programs;
p.002006: 9. Teacher training studies;
p.002006: 10. Studies in general educational occupational fields. 10. Studies in
p.002006: general educational professional fields.
p.002006: (3) Persons who have been admitted to studies by one of the
p.002006: Aim to study study groups at a university, have reached the age of 20 and have one
p.002006: Successful professional or extra-occupational activities clearly exceeding compulsory school attendance
p.002006: Proof of previous education for the desired degree.
p.002006: (4) The application for admission to the university entrance exam must be submitted in writing to the rectorate
p.002006: To bring in a university at which a course of study in the desired study group is established. The
p.002006: Application must contain:
p.002006: 1. the name, date of birth, address and - if available - the matriculation number;
p.002006: (3) Persons who seek admission to studies of one of the groups of studies at a university, are at least 20 years of
p.002006: age, and can submit proof of the completion of professional or non-professional prior education that
p.002006: clearly goes beyond compulsory education for the studies aimed for, shall be admitted to the university entrance
p.002006: qualification examination.
p.002006: (4) The application for admittance to the university entrance qualification examination shall be submitted in
p.002006: writing to the rectorate of the university at which studies in the group of studies aimed for are offered. The
p.002006: application shall contain:
p.002006: 1. Name, date of birth, address and - where available - matriculation number;
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p.002006: 2. Proof of the nationality of an EU or EEA state or proof of the nationality of one
p.002006: Group of people according to the group of people regulation;
p.002006: 2. proof of citizenship of a EU or EEA country, or proof of belonging to a group of persons according to the Decree on
p.002006: Groups of persons;
p.002006: 3. the desired degree;
p.002006: 3. the studies aimed for;
p.002006: 4. proof of previous education (para. 3); 4. proof
p.002006: of prior education;
p.002006: 5. the elective or the elective. 5. the
p.002006: elective or electives.
p.002006: (5) The university entrance exam consists of the following five exams: (5) The university
p.002006: entrance qualification examination shall comprise five
p.002006: examinations:
p.002006: 1. a written paper on a general topic; 1. a written
p.002006: paper on a general topic;
p.002006: 2. Two or three exams aimed at previous knowledge or skills for the intended
p.002006: Study group are required (compulsory subjects) and
p.002006: 3. one or two exams of the candidate's choice from the
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p.002006: Leaving Certificate
p.002006: § 69. If the student ends a course of study without successfully completing the course, see above
p.002006: a certificate of departure must be issued on request. This has all the exams to which the student in
p.002006: has started this course of study, and state their assessments With regard to the positively assessed
p.002006: Examinations are only to be stated as positive. To support the international mobility of the
p.002006: Students are allowed to connect a foreign language translation, the name of the university and
p.002006: of the issuing body are not to be translated.
p.002006: § 69. A leaving certificate shall be issued on application of a student terminating his / her studies without completing
p.002006: it successfully. The leaving certificate shall list all examinations taken by the student during his / her studies,
p.002006: and the assessments awarded. With regard to the examinations passed, only the positive assessments shall be stated.
p.002006: In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
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p.002006: Admission to extraordinary studies Admission to
p.002006: Non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to the extraordinary studies requires proof of any in the curriculum
p.002006: preconditions required for a university course.
p.002006: (2) Admission to the preparatory courses is at the latest until the age of 20
p.002006: possible. In addition, the universities are entitled in accordance with Section 6 (1) 16 to 21
p.002006: Curriculum for a preparatory course one admission age until completion of the
p.002006: 25th year of life if this is necessary due to the content of the course.
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to non-degree programs is conditional on proof that the applicant fulfils any requirements
p.002006: laid down in the curriculum of the certificate university program for further education concerned.
p.002006: (2) Eligibility for admission to preparatory continuing education courses shall cease on the applicant’s 21st
p.002006: birthday. The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall be entitled to provide for admission to
p.002006: preparatory continuing education courses up to the applicant’s 26th birthday if this is necessitated by the course
p.002006: contents.
p.002006: (3) After the expiry of the admission due to the negative assessment at the last permissible repetition of one
p.002006: Exam is the new admission for this university course excluded.
p.002006: (3) Upon expiry of an admission due to failure of the last permissible repetition of an examination renewed admission
p.002006: to the certificate university program for further education concerned shall be excluded.
p.002006: Expiry of admission to extraordinary studies Expiry of
p.002006: Admission to non-degree programs
p.002006: § 71. (1) Admission expires if the student § 71. (1) Admission
p.002006: shall expire if a student:
p.002006: 1. withdraws from your studies, 1.
p.002006: deregisters from the program;
p.002006: 2. fails to report the continuation of studies, 2. fails to
p.002006: register for the continuation of studies;
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p.002006: Pregnancy or through childcare obligations of children up to their 7th birthday or any later
p.002006: Were unable to enter school or were prevented from studying by other similar care obligations;
p.002006: § 92. (1) Remission of the tuition fees shall, in particular, be granted to degree- students
p.002006: 1. for semesters during which they will demonstrably be studying or acquiring work experience under transnational
p.002006: EU, national or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for semesters during which they will be studying abroad due to mandatory curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 3. whose most recently attended foreign post-secondary educational institution has concluded a partnership
p.002006: agreement with an Austrian university providing for the reciprocal remission of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. who are citizens of states determined in the Decree on the Collection of Tuition Fees. The
p.002006: determination shall be aligned with the “Least Developed Countries” according to the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” which
p.002006: is drawn up by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development's (OECD) Development Assistance
p.002006: Committee (DAC);
p.002006: 4. who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded, for those
p.002006: semesters for which they have documentary evidence of being hindered by illness, pregnancy or care of children and
p.002006: upbringing of a child up to the age of seven or until the child enters first grade, or similar kinds of care, for more
p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: specified period, if a disability according to federal regulations with at least 50%
p.002006: is established;
p.002006: 6. students who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded,
p.002006: if they have a disability of at least 50% as defined by federal law;
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p.002006: 7. if in the past semester they received study grants in accordance with the Student Promotion Act 1992, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 305/1992, or have moved into the current semester.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate decides on the application for waiver of the tuition fee. The application is for the decision
p.002006: attach the necessary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students to whom the tuition fee has been waived in accordance with Paragraph 1 Nos. 1 and 2 and who have not received any in this semester
p.002006: Have completed studies or internships abroad within the meaning of these provisions
p.002006: To pay the tuition later. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: (4) Insofar as students are more decisive in waiving the tuition fee due to incomplete or false information
p.002006: Culpably caused or stole facts, they are without prejudice to criminal liability
p.002006: pay the double tuition fee. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
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p.002006: agreements shall, in particular, contain:
p.002006: 1. the services to be provided by the university in accordance with the objectives, guiding principles and tasks
p.002006: the university must be determined in the following areas:
p.002006: a) strategic goals, profile building, university and personnel development:
p.002006: The long-term goals and the goals to be achieved within the performance agreement period must be defined.
p.002006: The university has its special priorities and strengths and those derived from it and for achieving goals
p.002006: announce the planned use of resources. It must be stated which promotional measures and incentives for
p.002006: Achievement of the goals in personnel development are necessary and what contributions the relatives of
p.002006: University should afford. In any case, measures for improvement are part of personnel development
p.002006: to consider the compatibility of childcare and academic career.
p.002006: 1. the services to be provided by the university in question, which shall, in accordance with the objectives,
p.002006: guiding principles and tasks of such university, cover the following areas:
p.002006: a) strategic objectives, academic profiles, and university and human resources development:
p.002006: The long-term objectives and those to be attained within the performance agreement period shall be specified. The
p.002006: university shall set out its special priorities and strengths, and the resources allocated to the attainment of the
p.002006: objectives derived out of it. It shall also state which human resources development measures and incentives are
p.002006: required in order to attain the objectives, and what contributions the university’s members are to make. ace
p.002006: part of human resource development, measures for improving the compatibility of child care and an academic career shall
p.002006: be taken into consideration
p.002006: b) Research, development and development of the arts: b) research, and the
p.002006: advancement and appreciation of the arts:
p.002006: The university has in particular the planned and the continuing ones
p.002006: Research projects and research programs as well as the projects for the development and development of the arts
p.002006: The university shall, in particular, make known its planned research projects and programs, and those to be
p.002006: continued during the period in question, as well as its projects for the advancement and appreciation of
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p.002006: announce. Furthermore, the minimum basic research service / basic service to be provided
p.002006: in the development and development of the arts in the individual subject groups based on the number of
p.002006: Full-time equivalents of personnel in selected uses by subject groups per calendar year
p.002006: set.
p.002006: the arts. Furthermore, the minimum basic research performance / basic performance in the advancement and
p.002006: appreciation of the arts in each group of disciplines shall be determined based on the number of full-time
p.002006: equivalents of staff in selected job groups by group of disciplines per calendar year.
p.002006: c) Studies and further education: c)
p.002006: study programs and continuing education:
p.002006: The information on the course of study and further training activities are provided by corresponding statistics on the
p.002006: quantitative development in these areas and by means of the results of the evaluation of
p.002006: Document course assessments after studies. On this basis, the projects in the study and
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p.002006: and to develop support services for students with children.
p.002006: The information on programs and continuing education activities shall be supported by appropriate statistics
p.002006: relating to quantitative trends in these areas and by the results of analysis of student course evaluations, broken
p.002006: down by programs. The university shall set out its plans for its degree and continuing education programs, and
p.002006: shall specify any changes in the organization of teaching and study aimed at aligning it to the desired
p.002006: qualification profiles of students and research staff. Furthermore, the minimum number of study
p.002006: places to be offered for bachelor's, master's and diploma degree programs per academic year in each group of
p.002006: disciplines as well as the number of study places for first-year students in bachelor's and diploma programs
p.002006: according to § 71b per academic year shall be determined.
p.002006: d) measures to reduce the number of students dropping out:
p.002006: The university shall examine the reasons for drop-outs and shall announce measures aimed at
p.002006: increasing the proportion of those graduating. Furthermore, the university shall devise measures
p.002006: for extended student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the orientation period as well as
p.002006: for a greater availability of child care facilities for students with children.
p.002006: e) Improvement of childcare relationships: e)
p.002006: improvement of student-teacher ratios:
p.002006: It is particularly taking into account the needs of each scientific or
p.002006: artistic subject to strive to improve the care ratio with the aim
p.002006: to achieve international standards in student support.
p.002006: Taking in particular the requirements of the respective academic or artistic subject into account, an
p.002006: improvement in the student-teacher ratio shall be aimed at, with a view to student-teacher ratios that are common by
p.002006: international standards.
p.002006: f) Offers for working students: f)
p.002006: offerings for working students:
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p.002006: In any case, this includes the creation of part-time courses and of
p.002006: Part-time study programs also taking blended learning into account.
p.002006: This includes the creation of part-time study programs, which should also include blended learning.
p.002006: g) social objectives: g)
p.002006: social goals:
p.002006: The university has to formulate its contribution to the development of society. In any case, this includes measures for
p.002006: better social permeability, to increase the proportion of women in managerial positions
p.002006: University and for the targeted promotion of young researchers, the expansion of social
p.002006: relevant areas of art, culture and research as well as knowledge and technology transfer. Furthermore has
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p.002006: the dissertation or a documentation of the artistic dissertation to the Austrian
p.002006: Deliver the National Library.
p.002006: (3) The working students and the students with childcare obligations or
p.002006: other similar care obligations, which therefore do not study full-time, but only a part of them
p.002006: Can devote time to study, are entitled to report at what times of the day they have a special one
p.002006: Have a need for courses and exams. The universities have this special need because of the
p.002006: Consideration of registration results when designing your courses and exams, if possible. Already
p.002006: on the occasion of admission to a course of study, the applicant is entitled to this
p.002006: Report need.
p.002006: (4) According to the budgetary possibilities, the students should have sufficient additional courses
p.002006: or courses are offered in the same semester or at the latest in the next semester, if the
p.002006: Students are threatened with an extension of the study period, the cause of which alone or predominantly
p.002006: University is to be attributed, especially in connection with insufficient courses offered by the
p.002006: University. An extension of the study time is attributable to the university, especially if this is due to
p.002006: Provision made when registering for a course.
p.002006: 5. To deliver a copy of their academic thesis or artistic submission or a related written component thereof to the
p.002006: university library and a copy of their doctoral thesis or a related written component of their artistic doctoral
p.002006: thesis to the Austrian National Library upon the award of their degree.
p.002006: (3) Working students and students who are unable to study full time due to child care or similar care commitments and
p.002006: can thus only devote part of their time to their studies shall be entitled to notify the university of the times at
p.002006: which they have special needs in respect of courses and examinations. Wherever possible, universities shall take into
p.002006: account such special needs in their course and examination timetable enabling, on the basis of the information supplied to
p.002006: them by such students. Applicants shall be entitled to notify such needs when applying for admission.
p.002006: (4) The students shall be offered, contingent on budgetary considerations, sufficient courses in the same
p.002006: or the following semester at the latest, if the prolongation of a student's duration of studies appears to be
p.002006: imminent, for which the university is solely or mainly responsible, in particular because the university has offered
p.002006: too few courses. The university shall be responsible for a prolonged period of study in particular, if the prolongation
p.002006: is caused, because the student was not given a place in a course s / he wanted to register for.
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p.002006: (5) The right to act as a representative of students in collegial bodies
p.002006: are based on the provisions of the HSG 2014.
p.002006: (5) The right to act as a representative of students in collegial bodies is determined by the provisions
p.002006: of HSG 2014.
p.002006: Admission to Studies
p.002006: Admission to Studies
p.002006: Section 60. (1) The Rectorate has people who meet the admission requirements on the basis of their application
p.002006: to be admitted to the respective course of study.
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p.002006: Pregnancy or through childcare obligations of children up to their 7th birthday or any later
p.002006: Were unable to enter school or were prevented from studying by other similar care obligations;
p.002006: § 92. (1) Remission of the tuition fees shall, in particular, be granted to degree- students
p.002006: 1. for semesters during which they will demonstrably be studying or acquiring work experience under transnational
p.002006: EU, national or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for semesters during which they will be studying abroad due to mandatory curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 3. whose most recently attended foreign post-secondary educational institution has concluded a partnership
p.002006: agreement with an Austrian university providing for the reciprocal remission of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. who are citizens of states determined in the Decree on the Collection of Tuition Fees. The
p.002006: determination shall be aligned with the “Least Developed Countries” according to the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” which
p.002006: is drawn up by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development's (OECD) Development Assistance
p.002006: Committee (DAC);
p.002006: 4. who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded, for those
p.002006: semesters for which they have documentary evidence of being hindered by illness, pregnancy or care of children and
p.002006: upbringing of a child up to the age of seven or until the child enters first grade, or similar kinds of care, for more
p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: specified period, if a disability according to federal regulations with at least 50%
p.002006: is established;
p.002006: 6. students who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded,
p.002006: if they have a disability of at least 50% as defined by federal law;
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p.002006: 7. if in the past semester they received study grants in accordance with the Student Promotion Act 1992, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 305/1992, or have moved into the current semester.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate decides on the application for waiver of the tuition fee. The application is for the decision
p.002006: attach the necessary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students to whom the tuition fee has been waived in accordance with Paragraph 1 Nos. 1 and 2 and who have not received any in this semester
p.002006: Have completed studies or internships abroad within the meaning of these provisions
p.002006: To pay the tuition later. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: (4) Insofar as students are more decisive in waiving the tuition fee due to incomplete or false information
p.002006: Culpably caused or stole facts, they are without prejudice to criminal liability
p.002006: pay the double tuition fee. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
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p.002006: 4. freedom of study;
p.002006: 5. Taking into account the requirements for access to the profession, particularly for teaching in schools
p.002006: or working at elementary education institutions;
p.002006: 6. Participation of the students, especially with regard to study matters and the quality assurance of teaching;
p.002006: 7. National and international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: Graduates as well as academic and artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. Attention to the requirements for entry to professional careers, in particular for teaching at schools or at
p.002006: elementary educational institutions;
p.002006: 6. student co-determination, particularly in respect of matters relating to studies and quality assurance of
p.002006: teaching;
p.002006: 7. national and international mobility of students, graduates, and university scientific and artistic staff;
p.002006: 8. cooperation between university members; 8. collaborative
p.002006: relationships between members of the university;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men; 9. equality
p.002006: of the sexes;
p.002006: 10. equal social opportunities;
p.002006: 10. equality of social opportunity;
p.002006: 11. special attention to the needs of disabled people; 11. special attention to the
p.002006: needs of the handicapped;
p.002006: 12. Economy, economy and practicality of handling; 12. efficient, economical and
p.002006: expedient management of finances;
p.002006: 13. Compatibility of studies or work with childcare obligations for children and relatives in need of care;
p.002006: 13. compatibility of studies or career and responsibilities for the care of children and family members requiring care;
p.002006: 14. Sustainable use of resources. 14th
p.002006: sustainable use of resources.
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: § 3. The universities fulfill the following tasks within their scope:
p.002006: § 3. Within their sphere of action, the universities fulfil the following tasks:
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p.002006: 1. Development of the sciences (research and teaching), development and development of art as well as teaching of
p.002006: Art;
p.002006: 2. Education through science and through the development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-educational and artistic-scientific
p.002006: Vocational training, qualification for professional activities that require application scientific
p.002006: Knowledge and methods require, as well as training in artistic and scientific
p.002006: Skills to the highest level;
p.002006: 4. Education and promotion of young scientific and artistic talent;
p.002006: 5. Continuing education, especially for graduates from universities and educators
p.002006: Pedagogues;
p.002006: 6. Coordination of scientific research (development and development of the arts) and teaching
p.002006: within the university;
p.002006: 7. Support national and international cooperation in the field of scientific research
p.002006: and teaching as well as art;
p.002006: 8. Support the use and implementation of their research results in practice and support the
p.002006: social integration of results of development and development of the arts;
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p.002006: appreciation of the arts in each group of disciplines shall be determined based on the number of full-time
p.002006: equivalents of staff in selected job groups by group of disciplines per calendar year.
p.002006: c) Studies and further education: c)
p.002006: study programs and continuing education:
p.002006: The information on the course of study and further training activities are provided by corresponding statistics on the
p.002006: quantitative development in these areas and by means of the results of the evaluation of
p.002006: Document course assessments after studies. On this basis, the projects in the study and
p.002006: To designate further education area and to define any changes in the teaching and learning organization with which
p.002006: the desired qualification profiles of the students and researchers should be met.
p.002006: Furthermore, the number of study places available in the individual subject groups is at least for
p.002006: regular bachelor, master and diploma studies per academic year as well as the number of study places for
p.002006: Determine first-year students for bachelor and diploma studies in accordance with § 71b per academic year.
p.002006: d) Measures to reduce the number of dropouts:
p.002006: The university has to carry out surveys on the causes of dropouts and
p.002006: Announce activities to improve graduation rates. The university also has measures
p.002006: for expanding student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the introductory and orientation phase
p.002006: and to develop support services for students with children.
p.002006: The information on programs and continuing education activities shall be supported by appropriate statistics
p.002006: relating to quantitative trends in these areas and by the results of analysis of student course evaluations, broken
p.002006: down by programs. The university shall set out its plans for its degree and continuing education programs, and
p.002006: shall specify any changes in the organization of teaching and study aimed at aligning it to the desired
p.002006: qualification profiles of students and research staff. Furthermore, the minimum number of study
p.002006: places to be offered for bachelor's, master's and diploma degree programs per academic year in each group of
p.002006: disciplines as well as the number of study places for first-year students in bachelor's and diploma programs
p.002006: according to § 71b per academic year shall be determined.
p.002006: d) measures to reduce the number of students dropping out:
p.002006: The university shall examine the reasons for drop-outs and shall announce measures aimed at
p.002006: increasing the proportion of those graduating. Furthermore, the university shall devise measures
p.002006: for extended student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the orientation period as well as
p.002006: for a greater availability of child care facilities for students with children.
p.002006: e) Improvement of childcare relationships: e)
p.002006: improvement of student-teacher ratios:
p.002006: It is particularly taking into account the needs of each scientific or
p.002006: artistic subject to strive to improve the care ratio with the aim
p.002006: to achieve international standards in student support.
p.002006: Taking in particular the requirements of the respective academic or artistic subject into account, an
p.002006: improvement in the student-teacher ratio shall be aimed at, with a view to student-teacher ratios that are common by
p.002006: international standards.
p.002006: f) Offers for working students: f)
p.002006: offerings for working students:
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p.002006: In any case, this includes the creation of part-time courses and of
p.002006: Part-time study programs also taking blended learning into account.
p.002006: This includes the creation of part-time study programs, which should also include blended learning.
p.002006: g) social objectives: g)
p.002006: social goals:
p.002006: The university has to formulate its contribution to the development of society. In any case, this includes measures for
p.002006: better social permeability, to increase the proportion of women in managerial positions
p.002006: University and for the targeted promotion of young researchers, the expansion of social
p.002006: relevant areas of art, culture and research as well as knowledge and technology transfer. Furthermore has
p.002006: the university takes measures on the social dimension in teaching and on the inclusion of
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p.002006: (3) The curriculum may permit that more advanced courses of up to 22 ECTS credits may be taken prior to the successful
p.002006: completion of the orientation period.
p.002006: (4) The admission to a degree program shall expire, if a student fails the last permissible repetition of an
p.002006: examination prescribed for the orientation period. A new admission to the respective programs, notwithstanding § 63
p.002006: para 7, can be applied for not earlier than in the third semester after expiry of the admission. A new
p.002006: admission can be applied for twice. After each renewed admission, the student shall again be entitled to the total
p.002006: number of re-sits in the orientation period under § 77.
p.002006: (5) The goal of the orientation period is the orientation to the most important contents of the studies and not a
p.002006: quantitative admission restriction.
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p.002006: leave of Absence
p.002006: Academic Leave
p.002006: § 67. (1) Students are on application for one or more semesters because of § 67. (1) Students shall, upon
p.002006: application, be permitted by official notification
p.002006: to take a leave of absence because of
p.002006: 1. Performance of a presence, training or community service or 1. compulsory military
p.002006: service, training service, or community service, or
p.002006: 2. Disease that has been shown to prevent progress in the study or 2. longer periods of
p.002006: sickness which verifiable impedes the progress of studies,
p.002006: or
p.002006: 3. pregnancy or
p.002006: 3. pregnancy, or
p.002006: 4. Childcare duties or other similar care duties or
p.002006: 4. care of children or similar kinds of care, or
p.002006: 5. the performance of a voluntary social year 5. a
p.002006: voluntary year of social service,
p.002006: to leave on leave. Further reasons can be specified in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) Leave of absence must be applied for at the latest at the beginning of the respective semester. In the event of the unforeseen
p.002006: and the inevitable occurrence of a legal reason for a leave of absence can only last until the end of the
p.002006: Extension of the respective semester can be requested.
p.002006: (3) The leave of absence is effective for all studies of the educational institution to which this was requested and for
p.002006: jointly established studies for all studies of the participating educational institutions. During the leave of absence
p.002006: admission to the course remains open. Attending courses, taking exams
p.002006: as well as the submission and assessment of scientific and artistic works is not permitted.
p.002006: for two or more semesters. Additional exceptions may be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) Academic leave shall be applied for at the beginning of the respective semester at the latest. In the
p.002006: event of the unforeseen and unavoidable occurrence of a statutory reason for academic leave, it may be applied
p.002006: for by the end of the extension period of the respective semester at the latest.
p.002006: (3) The academic leave shall be effective for all study programs at the educational institution at which
p.002006: it was applied for and in the case of jointly offered study programs for all study programs at the educational
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p.002006: university colleges of teacher education concerned, due to a relevant agreement.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall, by decree, enact more detailed provisions for the
p.002006: collection of tuition fees.
p.002006: Waiver and reimbursement of the tuition remission and
p.002006: Reimbursement of the Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 92. (1) The tuition fee is to be waived in particular by ordinary students
p.002006: 1. for the semesters in which you can demonstrate studies or practical training within the framework of transnational EU,
p.002006: state or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for the semesters in which they complete studies abroad due to mandatory provisions in the curriculum
p.002006: become;
p.002006: 3. when the foreign post-secondary educational institution they attended last with the
p.002006: Austrian university has concluded a partnership agreement, which also includes the
p.002006: mutual waiver of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. if you are a citizen of a country specified in the Tuition Fee Regulation, whereby
p.002006: the definition of the "Least Developed Countries" according to the "DAC List of ODA Recipients"
p.002006: orientated by the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the Organization for Economic Development
p.002006: Cooperation and Development (OECD) is created;
p.002006: 4. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: set period for semesters in which they can be proven to be due to illness or more than two months
p.002006: Pregnancy or through childcare obligations of children up to their 7th birthday or any later
p.002006: Were unable to enter school or were prevented from studying by other similar care obligations;
p.002006: § 92. (1) Remission of the tuition fees shall, in particular, be granted to degree- students
p.002006: 1. for semesters during which they will demonstrably be studying or acquiring work experience under transnational
p.002006: EU, national or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for semesters during which they will be studying abroad due to mandatory curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 3. whose most recently attended foreign post-secondary educational institution has concluded a partnership
p.002006: agreement with an Austrian university providing for the reciprocal remission of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. who are citizens of states determined in the Decree on the Collection of Tuition Fees. The
p.002006: determination shall be aligned with the “Least Developed Countries” according to the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” which
p.002006: is drawn up by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development's (OECD) Development Assistance
p.002006: Committee (DAC);
p.002006: 4. who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded, for those
p.002006: semesters for which they have documentary evidence of being hindered by illness, pregnancy or care of children and
p.002006: upbringing of a child up to the age of seven or until the child enters first grade, or similar kinds of care, for more
p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: specified period, if a disability according to federal regulations with at least 50%
p.002006: is established;
p.002006: 6. students who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded,
p.002006: if they have a disability of at least 50% as defined by federal law;
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p.002006: 7. if in the past semester they received study grants in accordance with the Student Promotion Act 1992, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 305/1992, or have moved into the current semester.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate decides on the application for waiver of the tuition fee. The application is for the decision
p.002006: attach the necessary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students to whom the tuition fee has been waived in accordance with Paragraph 1 Nos. 1 and 2 and who have not received any in this semester
p.002006: Have completed studies or internships abroad within the meaning of these provisions
p.002006: To pay the tuition later. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: (4) Insofar as students are more decisive in waiving the tuition fee due to incomplete or false information
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p.002006: (4) The Austrian Institute of Historical Research shall be accounted for separately in the performance
p.002006: agreement and the accounts of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Equality between women and men Gender
p.002006: Equality
p.002006: Duty of Career
p.002006: Advancement for women
p.002006: § 41. All organs of the university have to work towards that in all university work areas
p.002006: balanced number ratio between women and men working at the university. Achievement
p.002006: This goal is achieved through appropriate measures, in particular through the enactment and implementation of a
p.002006: Women's promotion plan to strive for.
p.002006: § 41. All university bodies shall make efforts to achieve a balanced representation of men and
p.002006: women at work in all areas of university activities. Appropriate action shall be taken to attain this goal,
p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
p.002006: Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The Senate has a working group for equal treatment issues at each university
p.002006: to establish whose job it is to discriminate against university organs based on gender
p.002006: as well as based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or sexual
p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
p.002006: combating gender discrimination as well as discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation by university governing bodies and for advising and supporting the
p.002006: university’s members and governing bodies in connection with these issues.
p.002006: (2) The number and terms of office of the members of the working group on equal opportunities shall be established
p.002006: by the statute. The groups of university members represented in the senate shall be entitled to delegate
p.002006: members to the working group in proportions established by the statute. The working party shall elect a chairperson
p.002006: from among its number.
p.002006: (3) The members of the working group on equal opportunities shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of
p.002006: their tasks (Art 81c Federal Constitutional Law). They may not be obstructed in the fulfillment of their tasks, and
p.002006: shall not be disadvantaged in their career promotion as a result of these activities.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall provide the working group on equal opportunities with information on all internal
p.002006: university matters, and shall grant it access to all documents and electronic data relating to the university’s
p.002006: personnel, knowledge of which is necessary for the exercise of its tasks. Photocopying of such documents
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
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p.002006: has the right to comment on the tender within two weeks of delivery;
p.002006: shall be permitted on request. Access to employees ’files shall be subject to the consent of the persons
p.002006: Concerned.
p.002006: (5) In case that the working group on equal opportunities seeks reports, opinions or information from experts as a
p.002006: basis for its decisions, such experts shall be furnished with the necessary documentation. These experts
p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
p.002006: representing religion or belief, age or sexual orientation, it is
p.002006: entitled to call the arbitration board within three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) The respective collegial body has the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to inform immediately about its composition. Is the proportion of women at least 50% according to §
p.002006: 20a (2) is not adequately maintained, the working group for equality issues can within four weeks
p.002006: Make an objection to the incorrect composition to the Arbitration Commission. The objection of the incorrect
p.002006: Composition has to be omitted if there are factual reasons. If the collegial body is incorrectly composed,
p.002006: and raises the working group for equality issues
p.002006: 3. a list of candidates invited for interviews.
p.002006: (7) The rectorate shall, when notifying the responsible employee’s council of the candidate with whom an employment
p.002006: contract is to be concluded, simultaneously inform the working group on equal opportunities. Employment contracts
p.002006: concluded without prior notification of the working group or before expiry of the period prescribed by para
p.002006: 8 shall be null and void.
p.002006: (8) If the working group on equal opportunities has reason to believe that a decision made by a
p.002006: university governing body reflects a discrimination against a person on the basis of gender, ethnicity,
p.002006: religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation, it shall have the right to invoke the arbitration board within
p.002006: three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) Each collegial body shall inform the working group on equal opportunities of its composition without delay. If the
p.002006: quota of at least 50% women according to
p.002006: § 20a para 2 in the collegial body is not met, the working group on equal opportunities may raise an
p.002006: objection against the incorrect composition to the arbitration board within four weeks. The objection against the
p.002006: incorrect composition shall not be raised when objective reasons exist. If the composition of the collegial body is
p.002006: incorrect and if the working group on equal opportunities raises an objection, its decisions shall be void. If the
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities does not raise
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p.002006: Objection, the decisions of the collegiate body are void. The working group for equality issues does not survey
p.002006: the objection of incorrect composition on time, the collegial body applies with regard to § 20a para.
p.002006: 2 composed correctly.
p.002006: (8b) The Senate has the working group for equality issues immediately on the result
p.002006: the election of the members of the University Council in accordance with Section 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1. In the event of violation of Section 20a (3)
p.002006: the working group for equality issues can object to the incorrect statement within four weeks
p.002006: Collect the composition of the University Council from the arbitration committee. The objection of incorrect composition
p.002006: must be avoided if there are factual reasons.
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p.002006: Human and material resources as well as the necessary rooms according to the budgetary possibilities
p.002006: To make available.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister shall publish a statement, based on the reports of the universities, on the implementation of
p.002006: the gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies according to § 20a at all universities on the website of the
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research in an appropriate format.
p.002006: (9) If the working group on equal opportunities lodges a complaint with the arbitration board, the entry into effect
p.002006: of the university governing body’s decision shall be impermissible until the arbitration board has ruled on the matter.
p.002006: (10) The working group shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the
p.002006: rectorate.
p.002006: (11) The rectorate shall, contingent upon budgetary considerations, allocate the required personnel and equipment as
p.002006: well as the necessary rooms to the working group on equal opportunities for the performance of its duties.
p.002006: arbitration Commission
p.002006: Arbitration board
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration committee must be set up at each university. Her duties include:
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration board shall be established at every university. Its duties shall include:
p.002006: 1. mediation in disputes by members of the university; 1. mediating in
p.002006: disputes between university members;
p.002006: 2. the decision on complaints from the working group for equality issues
p.002006: discrimination on the basis of sex or on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: Belief, age or sexual orientation by decision of a university organ;
p.002006: 3. Decision on defending the incorrect composition of the working group for
p.002006: Equality issues within four weeks;
p.002006: 4. Decision on defending the deficiency of the election proposal of the working group for
p.002006: Equal treatment issues within 14 days.
p.002006: 2. ruling on complaints by the working group on equal opportunities with regard to discrimination on the
p.002006: basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation through decisions of
p.002006: university governing bodies;
p.002006: 3. deciding on objections against the incorrect composition by the working group on equal opportunities within
p.002006: four weeks;
p.002006: 4. deciding on objections against the inadequacy of the election proposal by the working group on equal opportunities
p.002006: within fourteen days.
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p.002006: (2) Matters that are subject to legal recourse and performance reviews
p.002006: excluded from the review by the Arbitration Commission.
p.002006: (3) The arbitration commission should fulfill its tasks as far as possible by agreement between the parties
p.002006: work towards.
p.002006: (4) All organs and members of the university are obliged to the members of the arbitration commission
p.002006: Information, in particular also about personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other information,
p.002006: to give on the matter and to take part in contact discussions.
p.002006: (5) The Arbitration Commission is involved in the matters pursuant to Paragraph 1 No. 2 within three months
p.002006: To decide whether to discriminate by the decision of the university organ
p.002006: Reason of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief,
p.002006: age or sexual orientation. The complaint concerns the proposal of the search commission
p.002006: or the proposal of the Senate to appoint the rector
p.002006: to decide the arbitration commission within 14 days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration commission affirms the existence of discrimination on the basis of the
p.002006: Gender, based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or age
p.002006: sexual orientation, the university organ has a new personnel decision taking into account the
p.002006: Legal opinion of the arbitration commission. Does the discrimination concern the proposal of the
p.002006: The Finding Commission or the Senate to appoint the Rector is the
p.002006: Proposal to be returned to the Finding Commission or the Senate The Finding Commission and the Senate
p.002006: are obliged in this case to have the legal status that corresponds to the legal opinion of the arbitration commission
p.002006: to manufacture immediately.
p.002006: (7) The working group for equality issues and the university body concerned have the right to
p.002006: lodge an appeal with the Federal Administrative Court against the decision concluding the proceedings.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the Rector during pending proceedings before the
p.002006: Arbitration commission or in spite of a negative decision of the arbitration commission are ineffective.
p.002006: (9) The Arbitration Commission consists of six members who are not members of the family concerned
p.002006: Must be university. One male and one each
p.002006: (2) Matters which are the subject of legal proceedings, and performance evaluations shall be excluded from
p.002006: investigation by the arbitration board.
p.002006: (3) In the performance of its duties, the arbitration board shall try to reach an agreement between the parties to
p.002006: disputes.
p.002006: (4) All university bodies and members shall be obliged to furnish the arbitration board with information on matters
p.002006: investigated by it, especially on personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information, and take part
p.002006: in communication dialogues.
p.002006: (5) The arbitration board shall issue an official notification on the matters under para 1 subpara 2 within three
p.002006: months, whether the decision by the university governing body discriminates on the basis of gender,
p.002006: ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation. If the complaint concerns the shortlist drawn up
p.002006: by the search committee or the shortlist drawn up by the senate for the election of the rector, the arbitration board
p.002006: shall decide within fourteen days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration board finds that discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation in cases under para 1 subpara 2 has occurred, the university governing
p.002006: body shall be obliged to make a new personnel decision having regard to the legal opinion of the arbitration board. If
p.002006: the discrimination concerns the shortlist submitted by the search committee or the senate for the election of the
p.002006: rector, the shortlist shall be returned to the search committee or the senate. The search committee and the
p.002006: senate are in this case obliged to, without delay, bring about the legal situation which accords with the legal opinion
p.002006: of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (7) The working group on equal opportunities and the university governing body concerned shall however have
p.002006: the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification concluding an arbitration
p.002006: procedure.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the rector during a pending arbitration procedure or in the face of a negative
p.002006: ruling of the arbitration board shall be null and void.
p.002006: (9) The arbitration board shall consist of six members, none of whom may be members of the university concerned. The
p.002006: senate, university council and working
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p.002006: female members are from the Senate, the University Council and the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for one
p.002006: Nominee term of office of two years. Two of the members must be legally qualified. from
p.002006: The Senate, the University Council and the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are each a female and a female
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p.002006: 4. Section transfer of staff
p.002006: Section 124b. Supplementary Provisions Relating to the Admission to Degree Programs Subject to the German Numerus
p.002006: clausus
p.002006: Chapter 4 Transition of University Staff
p.002006: Section 125. Officials of the Confederation Section 125.
p.002006: Permanent Federal Civil Servants
p.002006: Section 126. Federal Contract Agents Section 126.
p.002006: Federal Contractual Employees
p.002006: Section 127. Apprentices of the Confederation
p.002006: 127. Federal Apprentices
p.002006: Section 128. New admissions
p.002006: Section 128. New Entrants
p.002006: Section 129. Federal Liability
p.002006: 129. Liability of the Federal Government
p.002006: Section 130. Claims of the Federal Government towards employees Section 130. Claims of
p.002006: the Federal Government against Employees
p.002006: Section 131. Transfer of official and natural housing Section 131.
p.002006: Transfer of Rented and Rent-Free Tied Accommodation
p.002006: Section 132. Scientific (artistic) employees (in training)
p.002006: § 132. Junior Scientific and Artistic Staff
p.002006: Section 133. Persons with a special legal relationship with the Confederation Section 133. Persons with
p.002006: Special contracts with the Federal Government
p.002006: Section 134. Employees within the framework of partial legal capacity Section 134.
p.002006: Employees under restricted legal capacity
p.002006: Section 135. Representation of interests of university employees
p.002006: § 135. Representation of Interests of University Employees
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Transfer of rights and assets
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Transfer of rights and assets
p.002006: Section 136. Succession organizations
p.002006: 136. Successor Institutions
p.002006: Section 137. Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 138. Legal succession in the case of shared real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 139. Transfer of federally owned property to universities
p.002006: Section 140. Transfer of the institutions of the Universities and Universities of the Arts, which are partially legal
p.002006: standing real estate, movables and rights to the universities
p.002006: § 137. Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 138. Legal succession with respect to shared properties, buildings and rooms
p.002006: § 139. Transfer of Properties Owned by the Federal Government to the Universities
p.002006: § 140. Transfer to Universities of Properties, Movable Assets and Rights Owned by Organizational Units with
p.002006: Restricted Legal Capacity at Universities and Universities of the Arts
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p.002006: 5a. University Association section
p.002006: Section 140a. succession
p.002006: Section 140a. Legal succession
p.002006: Chapter 5a Merger of Universities
p.002006: Section 140b. Transitional provisions for the articles of association, the organizational and the development plan
p.002006: Section 140c. Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 140b. Transitional Provisions for the Statutes, the Organization Plan and the Development Plan
p.002006: Section 140c. Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: Section 140d. Transfer of personnel §
p.002006: 140d. Transition of University Staff
p.002006: Section 140e. Transitional provisions for the representation of employees' interests
p.002006: Section 140e. Transitional Provisions for the Representation of Employee Interests
p.002006: § 140f. Transitional provisions under study law § 140f.
p.002006: Transitional Provisions Pertaining to Study Law
p.002006: § 140g. and § 140h. Other provisions § 140g. and §
p.002006: 140h. Other commissions
p.002006: 6. Budget section
p.002006: § 141.
p.002006: § 141.
p.002006: 6a. section
p.002006: Future capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Chapter 6 budget
p.002006: Chapter 6a
p.002006: Future Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 141a. Principles (note: repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) § 141a. [Removed]
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p.002006: which are the responsibility of the animal hospital in the context of the examination and treatment of animals.
p.002006: (5) The heads of the organizational units of the animal hospital are entitled, on behalf of the
p.002006: University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna to conclude contracts for the provision of veterinary services.
p.002006: (6) The perception of veterinary tasks within the framework of the animal hospital is dependent on the autonomous procurement by the
p.002006: University excluded according to § 5 (§ 70 Abs. 4 UOG 1993).
p.002006: Veterinary teaching institutes and organizational unit for wildlife and ecology
p.002006: § 37. (1) Veterinary clinics, which do not belong to the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, and veterinary practices can from
p.002006: Rectorate with the consent of the operator of the veterinary clinic or veterinary practice for improvement and
p.002006: Intensification of practical veterinary teaching can be used. Will a veterinary clinic or a
p.002006: Veterinary practice constantly for this purpose
p.002006: § 36. (1) The organizational units of the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna which, apart from their
p.002006: teaching and research tasks, also directly provide veterinary care for live animals shall bear the title “university
p.002006: clinic ”and shall, in organizational terms, collectively constitute the“ veterinary hospital ”.
p.002006: (2) The rectorate shall, by decree, enact hospital regulations for the animal hospital which shall require
p.002006: the approval of the university council.
p.002006: (3) Appointments as heads of organizational units of the veterinary hospital shall be restricted to persons
p.002006: with relevant qualifications.
p.002006: (4) Staff assigned to the organizational units of the veterinary hospital shall assist in the fulfillment
p.002006: of the hospital’s tasks in respect of the examination and treatment of animals.
p.002006: (5) The heads of organizational units of the veterinary hospital shall be entitled to make agreements for the
p.002006: provision of veterinary services on behalf of the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna.
p.002006: (6) The fulfillment of veterinary tasks of the veterinary hospital is excepted from the autonomous provision of
p.002006: veterinary services by the University according to § 5 (§ 70 para 4 University Organization Act 1993).
p.002006: Veterinary Teaching Institutes and the Organizational Unit for Wildlife Ecology
p.002006: § 37. (1) The rectorate may enlist the assistance of veterinary clinics not forming part of the University of
p.002006: Veterinary Medicine Vienna, and veterinary practices to improve and intensify practical veterinary training, subject to
p.002006: the agreement of the operators of such clinics or practices. If a veterinary clinic or practice is permanent
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p.002006: used, this can be given the name "Veterinary Medical Training Institute".
p.002006: (2) At the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna there is an organizational unit with the
p.002006: Designation "Research Institute for Wildlife Science and Ecology" to set up.
p.002006: (3) The organizational unit mentioned in paragraph 2 is in the service agreement and in
p.002006: To show the accounts separately.
p.002006: employed for such purposes it may be awarded the title of “veterinary teaching institute”.
p.002006: (2) An organizational unit entitled “Research Institute of Wildlife Ecology” shall be established at the
p.002006: University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna.
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p.002006: Arts (KUOG) to continue. She has permanent collections and additional exhibitions for
p.002006: to provide the public with a performance of selected objects from their collections.
p.002006: (3) The Kupferstichkabinett has to continue the tasks of the institution of the same name in accordance with § 65 KUOG. It has
p.002006: to present selected objects from his collection to the public.
p.002006: (4) Heads of the Gemäldegalerie and the Kupferstichkabinett
p.002006: only people with relevant training and correspondingly high professional qualifications can be ordered. The
p.002006: The director of the Gemäldegalerie is called "Director" or
p.002006: "Director".
p.002006: (5) The Gemäldegalerie and the Kupferstichkabinett are in the performance agreement and in the
p.002006: The accounts of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna must be shown separately.
p.002006: The organization of these units shall take account of their functions and their special importance.
p.002006: (2) The Art Gallery shall be established by a foundation. It shall assume the responsibilities under the § 46 of
p.002006: the Universities of the Arts Organization Act hitherto performed by the institution of the same name. It shall
p.002006: secure that selected objects from its collections are exhibited to the public by means of permanent and additional
p.002006: exhibitions.
p.002006: (3) The Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall assume the responsibilities of the institution of that name
p.002006: according to § 65 Universities of the Arts Organization Act. It shall exhibit selected objects from its collection to
p.002006: the public.
p.002006: (4) Appointments as the director of the Art Gallery or of the Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall
p.002006: be restricted to persons with relevant training and appropriate professional qualifications. The head of the
p.002006: Art Gallery shall bear the title of “Director”.
p.002006: (5) The Art Gallery and the Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall be separately presented in the
p.002006: performance agreement and financial statements of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: 7th subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 7
p.002006: University Sports Institute
p.002006: University Sports Centers
p.002006: § 40. (1) At the universities according to § 6 paragraph 1 Z 1, 2, 3, 7, 10, 14 and 15 are university sports institutes
p.002006: set up for students up to two semesters after graduation and staff
p.002006: Employees of universities, universities of teacher education, technical colleges and the
p.002006: Private universities of the university location are available for sporting activities and competitions
p.002006: stand.
p.002006: (2) The university sports institutes are in the performance agreement and in the closing of accounts, as well as in the
p.002006: Show the knowledge balance of the university concerned separately.
p.002006: § 40. (1) At the universities named according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1, 2, 3, 7, 10, 14 and 15 university sports
p.002006: centers shall be established which shall be open to students up to two semesters after graduation, staff of
p.002006: universities, university colleges of teacher education, universities of applied sciences and private universities for
p.002006: sporting activities and competitions.
p.002006: (2) The university sports centers shall be separately presented in the performance agreements, the
p.002006: financial statements and the intellectual capital report of the universities concerned.
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p.002006: (3) funds from the university sports institute from the voluntary university sports, as well
p.002006: The operation of university sports facilities are for the purposes of the university sports institute
p.002006: use.
p.002006: (4) Only a person with relevant training may be the head of a university sports institute
p.002006: and appropriate professional qualifications can be ordered.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate of a university with a university sports institute may issue guidelines for admission
p.002006: of other groups in the participants of the
p.002006: University sports institute of the university at normal market prices.
p.002006: (3) Funds accruing to a university sports center from voluntary university sporting activities and the
p.002006: operation of university sports facilities shall be employed for the purpose of the university sports center.
p.002006: (4) Appointments as the head of a university sports center shall be restricted to persons with relevant training and
p.002006: appropriate professional qualifications.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate of a university with a university sports center may adopt guidelines on the admission of
p.002006: other groups of persons to the circle of participants of the university sports center of the university at market
p.002006: rates.
p.002006: 8. Subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 8
p.002006: Special provisions for the University of Vienna Special Provisions for the
p.002006: University of Vienna
p.002006: Institute for Austrian History Research Austrian
p.002006: Institute of Historical Research
p.002006: Section 40a. (1) At the University of Vienna there is an organizational unit called "Institute for
p.002006: Austrian History Research ”. When organizing this facility, the tasks are in
p.002006: Research and teaching and the special position of the Institute for Austrian History Research in the context of
p.002006: Historical sciences and archives at national and international level.
p.002006: (2) The tasks of the Institute for Austrian History Research include:
p.002006: its importance in the field of history especially planning and
p.002006: Implementation of research projects in the field of European history of the Middle Ages and modern times as well
p.002006: Austrian history with a focus on the historical auxiliary sciences, the source edition and
p.002006: Source indexing based on recognized international standards and their documentation and publication.
p.002006: (3) The head of the Institute for Austrian History Research may only
p.002006: a person with relevant training and a correspondingly high level of professional qualification can be appointed. The
p.002006: The head of the Institute for Austrian History Research bears the
p.002006: Functional title "Director".
p.002006: Section 40a. (1) At the University of Vienna, an organizational unit with the designation “Austrian Institute
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p.002006: 1,300 veterinary medicine
p.002006: up to 250 veterinary medicine
p.002006: Up to 250
p.002006: (3) In the studies pursuant to Paragraph 2, the performance agreement of those universities at which the
p.002006: relevant studies are offered, a determination of the number of study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners in terms of a needs-based study place development and under
p.002006: Consideration of previous student numbers. In the study of human medicine, the protection of the
p.002006: to ensure protection interests regulated in paragraph 5.
p.002006: (3) For the degree programs under para 2, the performance agreements of those universities offering the respective
p.002006: programs shall stipulate the number of study places for students beginning their studies with a view to a
p.002006: demand-oriented growth in study places and taking into account the past number of students. In the degree programs
p.002006: for human medicine and dental medicine, it shall be ensured that the interests under para 5 are also protected.
p.002006: (4) Section 71b (7) with the exception of Z 4 and (9) shall apply. (4) Section 71b para 7, with the
p.002006: exception of subpara 4, and para 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (5) In the human medicine course, the right to education and access to higher education is held by the owners
p.002006: and holders of secondary school-leaving certificates issued in Austria due to increased influx of owners
p.002006: Maturity certificates not issued in Austria are severely restricted and public health
p.002006: including maintaining a balanced, accessible and high-quality medical
p.002006: Supply to the population is impaired. Without prejudice to the admission procedure in accordance with Paragraph 1, the
p.002006: 95% of the total study places for the homogeneity of the education system in the study of human medicine
p.002006: New students to EU citizens and them with regard to the
p.002006: Subject to equal access to study programs. 75% of the total study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners are available to holders of secondary school leaving certificates issued in Austria.
p.002006: (6) The Rectorate is entitled, in other medical and veterinary studies, to
p.002006: Admission to these studies by regulation either through an admission process prior to admission or
p.002006: through the selection of students up to one semester after admission at the latest
p.002006: (5) For the programs in human medicine, the right to education and to access to higher education of persons with
p.002006: Austrian secondary-school leaving certificates has been substantially curtailed due to the increased influx of persons
p.002006: with foreign secondary-school leaving certificates, and public health including the maintenance of comprehensive and
p.002006: high-quality medical care accessible to the entire population, is affected. Regardless of the admission procedure under
p.002006: para 1, a total of 95% of all places for first-year students in the program in human medicine shall be reserved for
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p.002006: University is inadmissible with effect from the key date.
p.002006: § 133. (1) There shall be no change after the effective date in the legal position of persons with special contracts
p.002006: with the Federal Government (tutors according to
p.002006: § 1a, teaching assistants and demonstrators according to § 1b, external lecturers according to § 1 para 2
p.002006: and § 2, and visiting professors according to § 3 of the Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities
p.002006: at Universities and Universities of the Arts Act). As of the effective date they shall be deemed to be assigned to the
p.002006: respective university or the medical university which is the successor of the university or faculty of
p.002006: medicine where their duties have predominantly been performed. The contracts shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: (2) The conclusion or extension of such special contracts with the Federal Government shall be impermissible
p.002006: as of the effective date.
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p.002006: (3) Sections 1, 1a, 1b, 2, 2a, 3 and 7 of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and Artistic
p.002006: Activities at universities and universities of the arts are limited to the persons mentioned in paragraph 1
p.002006: continue to apply to the expiry of their special legal relationship.
p.002006: (3) Sections 1, 1a, 1b, 2, 2a, 3 and 7 of the Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities at Universities and
p.002006: Universities of the Arts Act shall continue to apply to the persons named in para 1 until the expiry of their special
p.002006: contracts.
p.002006: Employees within the partial legal capacity Employees
p.002006: under restricted legal capacity
p.002006: Section 134. (1) Employees who work on the day before this Federal Act takes full effect
p.002006: University is in an employment relationship with a partially legal institution of the university,
p.002006: become employees of this university on the following day (reference date). From this
p.002006: At the time, the university sets the rights and obligations of the partially legal institution of the
p.002006: University continues. An employment contract concluded within the framework of the partial legal capacity
p.002006: ends with the passage of time.
p.002006: (2) Employees who on a day before the full effect of this Federal Act
p.002006: Medical Faculty in an employment relationship with a partially legal institution of this medical
p.002006: Faculty will become medical workers on the following day (reference date)
p.002006: University, which is the successor to the Faculty of Medicine. From this point onwards
p.002006: the medical university as employer the rights and obligations of the institution with partial legal capacity
p.002006: the medical faculty. A contract concluded within the framework of the partial legal capacity
p.002006: The employment relationship ends with the passage of time.
p.002006: (3) Employees who are employed by an interuniversity institution with partial legal capacity
p.002006: stand with the day this federal law takes full effect at that university,
p.002006: which is the successor to this inter-university institution
p.002006: Employees. From this point on, this university continues as an employer
p.002006: the rights and obligations of the partially legal inter-university institution. One under the
p.002006: Partial legal capacity temporary employment ends with the passage of time.
p.002006: Representing the interests of university employees
p.002006: § 135. (1) The Labor Constitution Act, Federal Law Gazette no.
p.002006: 22/1974.
p.002006: § 134. (1) Staff employed by a university organizational unit with restricted legal capacity on the day
p.002006: before the entry of this Act into full effect shall become employees of the respective university on the following day
p.002006: (effective date). From this time on the rights and duties as an employer of the university organizational unit with
p.002006: restricted legal capacity as an employer shall pass to the university. Temporary employment contracts concluded
p.002006: under circumstances of restricted legal capacity shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: (2) Staff employed by a university organizational unit with restricted legal capacity within a faculty of
p.002006: medicine on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall, on the following day (effective date), become
p.002006: employees of the medical university which is the successor of that faculty of medicine. From this time on the rights
p.002006: and duties as an employer of the university organizational unit with restricted legal capacity within the faculty of
p.002006: medicine shall pass to the medical university. Temporary employment contracts concluded under circumstances of
p.002006: restricted legal capacity shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: (3) Staff employed by an inter-university organizational institution with restricted legal capacity
p.002006: shall become employees of the university which is the successor of that inter-university institution on the day
p.002006: when this Act enters into full effect at that university. From this time on the rights and duties as an employer of
p.002006: inter-university organizational institution with restricted legal capacity shall pass to this university. Temporary
p.002006: employment contracts concluded under circumstances of restricted legal capacity shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: Representation of interests of University Employees
p.002006: § 135. (1) All employees shall be subject to the Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974.
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p.002006: (2) The university is a company within the meaning of Section 34 ArbVG. (2) Universities
p.002006: shall be deemed to be business establishments in the meaning
p.002006: of § 34 of the Labor Relations Act.
p.002006: (3) At each of the universities mentioned in § 6 (1) 1 to 21 there is a works council for the scientific and
p.002006: to choose artistic as well as for the general university staff according to the provisions of §§ 50 ff ArbVG. The
p.002006: Doctors in accordance with Section 94 Paragraph 3 No. 5 are on the works council for scientific and artistic
p.002006: Personnel actively and passively entitled to vote. According to § 22a of the Disabled Persons Employment Act (BEinstG), Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 92/1970, representatives of the disabled are to be chosen.
p.002006: (4) The one on the day before this Federal Act takes full effect at the universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) (1)
p.002006: to 3 and 7 to 21 department committee for university teachers remains until
p.002006: Expiry of the functional period still running on the key date. As of the cut-off date, the existing
p.002006: Department committee for the university teachers the function of the works council for the scientific and
p.002006: artistic staff within the meaning of the Labor Constitution Act.
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p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Transfer of Rights and Assets Transfer of Rights
p.002006: and assets
p.002006: Downstream equipment
p.002006: Successor Institutions
p.002006: Section 136. (1) The universities listed in Section 6 lines 1 to 3 become effective when they become fully effective
p.002006: Federal law at the university universal legal successors of the respective university of the same name
p.002006: (including their organizational units with partial legal capacity) according to § 5 UOG 1993. These
p.002006: Universities are on the one hand in their successor university of the same name and on the other in
p.002006: split up the Medical University.
p.002006: (2) The medical universities listed in § 6 Z 4 to 6 are Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck
p.002006: General law successors of the medical faculty (including their partial legal capacity
p.002006: Organizational units) of the university of the respective location.
p.002006: (3) The universities listed in section 6 lines 7 to 21 are
p.002006: Universal legal successors of the respective university of the same name (including their
p.002006: organizational units with partial legal capacity) according to § 5 UOG 1993 or University of the Arts (including
p.002006: their organizational units with partial legal capacity) according to § 6 Z 1 to 6 KUOG.
p.002006: § 136. (1) Upon the entry of this Act into full effect at the universities, those universities named in § 6 subparas 1
p.002006: to 3 shall become the universal successors of the respective universities of the same names (including their
p.002006: organizational units with restricted legal capacity) referred to in § 5 University Organization Act 1993. Thesis
p.002006: universities shall be divided into their successors of the same name and the medical universities.
p.002006: (2) The Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck (§ 6 subparas 4 to
p.002006: 6) shall be the universal successors of the faculties of medicine (including their organizational units
p.002006: with restricted legal capacity) at the universities at the respective sites.
p.002006: (3) The universities named in § 6 subparas 7 to 21 shall be the universal successors of the respective
p.002006: universities of the same names (including their organizational units with restricted legal capacity)
p.002006: referred to in § 5 University Organization Act 1993 or the universities of the arts (including their organizational
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p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt is the universal successor to the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research and
p.002006: Further training at the universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz - IFF.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, is the universal successor to the Inter-University Research Institute
p.002006: for Agricultural Biotechnology Tulln. The universities involved in this inter-university institution have until
p.002006: no later than
p.002006: December 31, 2003 based on their cooperation and their resulting rights and
p.002006: Obligations with effect from January 1, 2004 a contract for further cooperation in this field
p.002006: complete. If this contract is not concluded on time, the property is the
p.002006: Inter-university institution from January 1, 2004 according to the number of participating universities
p.002006: December 31, 2003 to allocate resources.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz is the universal successor to the university
p.002006: Institute for Information Systems to support visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology is the universal legal successor of the Interuniversity Institute for
p.002006: Technology Management (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the interuniversities
p.002006: Coordination office for women and gender research Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library
p.002006: for physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library of Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the inter-university
p.002006: University sports institute in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 137. (1) The tenancy rights to those of the federal government, a university or a legal entity
p.002006: Organizational unit of a university rented real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: on the day this federal law takes full effect at the university (effective date) under
p.002006: units with restricted legal capacity) referred to in § 6 subparas 1 to 6 Universities of the Arts Organization Act.
p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research
p.002006: and Continuing Education at the Universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences Vienna shall be the universal successor of the
p.002006: Institute for Agrobiotechnology Tulln. The universities participating in this inter-university institution
p.002006: have to conclude, by December 31, 2003, an agreement on their continued collaboration in this field with effect from
p.002006: January 1, 2004, based on their existing collaboration and the rights and duties arising there from. In case that
p.002006: such agreement is not concluded by the appointed day, the assets of the said inter-university institution shall
p.002006: as of 1 January, 2004 be divided among the participating universities in accordance with the resources
p.002006: contributed by them up to 31 December 2003.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Institute for
p.002006: Information Systems supporting visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Technology Management
p.002006: (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Coordination Center
p.002006: for Women's Studies and Gender Research, Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University University Sports
p.002006: Center in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 137. (1) As of the day when this Act enters into full effect (effective date) tenancy rights attaching to
p.002006: properties, buildings and rooms rented by the Federal Government, a university or a university organizational
p.002006: unit with restricted legal capacity shall pass by universal succession to the university or faculty of medicine
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p.002006: Exclusion of the legal consequences of Sections 12a and 46a of the Tenancy Law by way of universal succession to those on the day
p.002006: University or medical faculty using before the deadline.
p.002006: (2) The university also acts as a lessor or lender on the key date specified in paragraph 1
p.002006: Place the federal government in the existing lease and loan agreements.
p.002006: Legal succession for shared properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: § 138. The tenancy law passes to the university that owns the property, the building or the individual
p.002006: Premises were allocated for exclusive and permanent use the day before the cut-off date or
p.002006: were. Is a property, a building or are individual premises of several universities
p.002006: left for shared permanent use, the tenancy law is transferred to the university that has the
p.002006: Mostly used the property in the observation period between January 1, 2001 and September 30, 2003. For the
p.002006: Medical universities apply the uses of the respective for this observation period
p.002006: Medical Faculty. Is a property, a building or are individual premises several
p.002006: Leaving universities for permanent shared use becomes the primary tenancy law for that university
p.002006: granted the property during the observation period between January 1, 2001 and September 30, 2003
p.002006: predominantly used. The other universities receive a right to sublet and pay one
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p.002006: succession to the medical university which is the universal successor of that faculty of medicine. Search universal
p.002006: succession shall be published in the university gazette.
p.002006: (3) Title to the movable assets owned by the Federal Government assigned to the inter-university institutions named in
p.002006: § 136 paras 4 to 11 for their use as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect, including all associated
p.002006: rights and obligations, claims and debts shall, on the following day (effective date), pass by universal succession to
p.002006: the universities named in these provisions. Such universal succession shall be published in the university gazette.
p.002006: These assets shall be used by the universities designated as successor institutions for the continuation of
p.002006: the activities of the former inter-university institutions.
p.002006: (4) Notwithstanding paras 1 to 3, stocks of university libraries forming a historical, artistic or other
p.002006: cultural or scientific unity shall remain the property of the Federal Government. Movable assets temporarily loaned by
p.002006: the Federal Government to universities for ceremonial or decorative purposes shall remain the property of the Federal
p.002006: Government. Universities shall have to compile an inventory of such assets by September 30, 2003.
p.002006: (5) Notwithstanding paras 1 to 3, there shall be no change in the ownership of the contents of the Art Gallery and the
p.002006: Collection of Copperplate Engravings of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: Transfer to Universities of Properties, Movable Assets and Rights Owned by Organizational Units with Restricted Legal
p.002006: Capacity at Universities and Universities of the Arts
p.002006: § 140. (1) Title to the movable assets and immovable assets of organizational units with restricted legal capacity
p.002006: universities and universities of the arts, as well as all associated rights and obligations, claims and debts, shall
p.002006: pass to the respective universities by universal succession on the day when this Act enters into full effect at the
p.002006: universities concerned.
p.002006: (2) Title to the movable assets and immovable assets of a faculty of medicine with restricted legal capacity or one of
p.002006: its organizational units with restricted legal
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p.002006: Facilities goes including all related rights and legal relationships,
p.002006: Receivables and debts with the day this federal law takes full effect on the
p.002006: Medical University by way of universal succession to the Medical University, which the
p.002006: Successor institution of the relevant medical faculty is.
p.002006: (3) The right of ownership to the movable and immovable property of the partially legal inter-university institutions
p.002006: according to § 136 para. 4 to 11 includes all associated rights and legal relationships, claims and debts
p.002006: with the day of the full effect of this federal law by way of universal succession to the
p.002006: University mentioned in each of these legislative bodies.
p.002006: (4) The universities have to ensure that existing requirements, conditions and dedications
p.002006: is met as best as possible. An internal personal third party allocation of the
p.002006: the associated asset is not excluded.
p.002006: capacity, as well as all associated rights and obligations, claims and debts, shall pass to the medical university,
p.002006: which is the successor institution of that faculty of medicine by universal succession on the day when this Act
p.002006: enters into full effect at the medical university concerned.
p.002006: (3) Title to the movable and immovable assets of the inter-university institutions with restricted legal capacity named
p.002006: in § 136 paras 4 to 11 as well as the associated rights and obligations, claims and debts shall pass to the
p.002006: universities named in these provisions by universal succession on the day when this Act enters into full effect.
p.002006: (4) The universities shall ensure that existing conditions of use and dedications of assets to specific purposes are
p.002006: complied with to the maximum possible extent. Internal ad personam allocation of assets shall not be excluded thereby.
p.002006: 5a. section
p.002006: Chapter 5a
p.002006: Association of Universities Merger of
p.002006: Universities
p.002006: succession
p.002006: Legal succession
p.002006: Section 140a. (1) Two or more universities can be combined by federal law (Section 6 paras. 3 to 6). The
p.002006: Unification framework according to
p.002006: Section 6 (4) also has to determine the legal succession.
p.002006: (2) If a medical university participating in an association is not the successor university,
p.002006: So is for this area from the right-following university through the organizational plan
p.002006: to set up a medical school.
p.002006: (3) The rights and obligations from the performance agreements of the participating universities go with the time
p.002006: of the coming into effect of the association according to § 6 paragraphs 3 to 6 to the successor university.
p.002006: Transitional provisions for the articles of association, the organizational and the development plan
p.002006: Section 140b. (1) In deviation from Section 22 Paragraph 1 No. 1, the Senates of the participating universities are under
p.002006: Consideration of the respective statutes until the association becomes effective in accordance with § 6 Paragraphs 3 to 6
p.002006: a preliminary
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p.002006: To designate further education area and to define any changes in the teaching and learning organization with which
p.002006: the desired qualification profiles of the students and researchers should be met.
p.002006: Furthermore, the number of study places available in the individual subject groups is at least for
p.002006: regular bachelor, master and diploma studies per academic year as well as the number of study places for
p.002006: Determine first-year students for bachelor and diploma studies in accordance with § 71b per academic year.
p.002006: d) Measures to reduce the number of dropouts:
p.002006: The university has to carry out surveys on the causes of dropouts and
p.002006: Announce activities to improve graduation rates. The university also has measures
p.002006: for expanding student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the introductory and orientation phase
p.002006: and to develop support services for students with children.
p.002006: The information on programs and continuing education activities shall be supported by appropriate statistics
p.002006: relating to quantitative trends in these areas and by the results of analysis of student course evaluations, broken
p.002006: down by programs. The university shall set out its plans for its degree and continuing education programs, and
p.002006: shall specify any changes in the organization of teaching and study aimed at aligning it to the desired
p.002006: qualification profiles of students and research staff. Furthermore, the minimum number of study
p.002006: places to be offered for bachelor's, master's and diploma degree programs per academic year in each group of
p.002006: disciplines as well as the number of study places for first-year students in bachelor's and diploma programs
p.002006: according to § 71b per academic year shall be determined.
p.002006: d) measures to reduce the number of students dropping out:
p.002006: The university shall examine the reasons for drop-outs and shall announce measures aimed at
p.002006: increasing the proportion of those graduating. Furthermore, the university shall devise measures
p.002006: for extended student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the orientation period as well as
p.002006: for a greater availability of child care facilities for students with children.
p.002006: e) Improvement of childcare relationships: e)
p.002006: improvement of student-teacher ratios:
p.002006: It is particularly taking into account the needs of each scientific or
p.002006: artistic subject to strive to improve the care ratio with the aim
p.002006: to achieve international standards in student support.
p.002006: Taking in particular the requirements of the respective academic or artistic subject into account, an
p.002006: improvement in the student-teacher ratio shall be aimed at, with a view to student-teacher ratios that are common by
p.002006: international standards.
p.002006: f) Offers for working students: f)
p.002006: offerings for working students:
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p.002006: to university, and retired persons.
p.002006: 14f. The “reference value for the student-teacher ratio” is a scale which is derived from figures on the reasonable use
p.002006: of scientific and artistic staff for teaching and is determined by decree according to § 71d para 1.
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p.002006: The guideline value is defined in the regulation in accordance with § 71d (1).
p.002006: 14g. The field of study basically corresponds to the "detailed field" criterion of the ISCED Fields of Education
p.002006: and Training 2013 by UNESCO. Fields of study in the sense of capacity-oriented, student-related
p.002006: University funding are subject-specific assignments of studies according to the ISCED Fields of Education and Training 1999.
p.002006: 15. Ordinary students are the students who are admitted to the regular studies.
p.002006: 16. General university entrance qualification is the level of education that gives a person the ability and the right
p.002006: mediates, if any additional study-specific requirements are met
p.002006: to be admitted to a regular university course.
p.002006: 17. Special university entrance qualification is the fulfillment of additional study-specific ones
p.002006: Requirements for admission to a certain regular degree.
p.002006: 18. Supplementary exams are the exams for attaining general or special university entrance qualifications or for the
p.002006: Proof of knowledge of the German language.
p.002006: 19. Admission examinations are the examinations which, taking into account the educational opportunities, the proof of
p.002006: artistic aptitude for artistic studies and for teacher training in these subjects or for proof
p.002006: serve the sporting suitability for sports science studies and for the teacher training studies in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. Extraordinary studies are the university courses and attendance of individual courses
p.002006: scientific subjects and studies to establish equivalence in accordance with Section 90 (4).
p.002006: 21. University courses serve for further education. The establishment of
p.002006: University courses to prepare for an artistic bachelor's or diploma course are permitted.
p.002006: 22. Extraordinary students are the students admitted to the extraordinary studies
p.002006: are.
p.002006: 23. Master degrees in university courses are those internationally used master degrees that
p.002006: for the graduates
p.002006: 14g. “Field of education” basically corresponds to the UNESCO ISCED Fields of Education and Training 2013
p.002006: criterion “detailed field”. Fields of education in the context of the capacity-oriented, student-based funding of
p.002006: universities mean the bundling of programs according to the ISCED Fields of Education and Training 1999.
p.002006: 15. “Degree students” mean students admitted to degree programs.
p.002006: 16. “General university entrance qualification” means a qualification providing evidence that a person has reached
p.002006: a level of educational attainment conferring the ability and the right to be admitted to a degree program at a
p.002006: university, subject to the fulfillment of any additional subject-specific requirements.
p.002006: 17. “Special university entrance qualification” means a qualification fulfilling additional, subject-specific
p.002006: requirements for admission to a given degree program.
p.002006: 18. “Supplementary examinations” mean examinations for obtaining the general or the special university entrance
p.002006: qualification, or examinations required to demonstrate proficiency in the German language or physical-motor aptitude.
p.002006: 19. “Admission examinations” mean examinations which, taking the sitter’s previous educational opportunities
p.002006: into account, serve to demonstrate artistic aptitude for art and the teacher training programs in these subjects,
p.002006: or sportive aptitude for studies in sports sciences and the teacher training programs in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. “Non-degree programs” mean certificate university programs for further education and individual
p.002006: courses in scientific subjects as well as studies for establishing the equivalency in the meaning of § 90 para 4.
p.002006: 21. “Certificate university programs for further education” mean courses providing further and continuing
p.002006: education. The establishment of certificate university programs for further education to prepare
p.002006: students for bachelor's or diploma programs in the fine and applied arts is permissible.
p.002006: 22. “Non-degree seeking students” mean students admitted to non-degree programs.
p.002006: 23. “Master degrees in continuing education” mean internationally used degrees awarded to students who
p.002006: successfully complete certificate university
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p.002006: of those university courses are determined, their admission requirements, scope
p.002006: and requirements with access conditions, scope and requirements corresponding
p.002006: foreign master’s courses are comparable.
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p.002006: Supervisor of her diploma or master thesis or the topic of her artistic diploma or
p.002006: Section 59. (1) Within the limits of the law, students are entitled to freedom of study.
p.002006: This shall, in particular, include the right,
p.002006: 1. to be accepted for other programs both at the university to which they have been admitted and at other
p.002006: universities;
p.002006: 2. within the limits of the range of courses and the provisions of the curriculum, to choose between courses;
p.002006: 3. beyond a degree program at the university which has admitted them or, in accordance with § 63 para 9, at
p.002006: other universities or, in programs offered jointly with university colleges of teacher education, at those, to
p.002006: take advantage of range of courses for which they fulfill the registration requirements set out in the
p.002006: curricula;
p.002006: 4. to make use of the teaching and research facilities relevant to their subject, and the libraries at all educational
p.002006: institutions from which they are members, in accordance with the regulations pertaining to;
p.002006: 5. if they are diploma or master's program students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the
p.002006: supervisor and the topic of their diploma
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p.002006: Propose a master's thesis in accordance with the university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 6. as a regular student of a doctoral program, the topic of their dissertation according to the
p.002006: propose university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 7. to write scientific or artistic work in a foreign language if the supervisor
p.002006: Supervisor agrees;
p.002006: 8. to take exams as regular students in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. to be awarded academic degrees after completing the curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 10. as extraordinary students at the university courses concerned
p.002006: participate and take the exams prescribed therein;
p.002006: 11. As extraordinary students who only attend courses
p.002006: are admitted to attend courses for which they take the
p.002006: Curricula set registration requirements, as well as according to the university
p.002006: Regulations to take exams;
p.002006: 12. a different examination method, if the student can prove that he or she has a disability
p.002006: making the examination in the prescribed method impossible, and the content and requirements of the
p.002006: Testing is not affected by a different method;
p.002006: 13. requests for the person of the examiner. These requests are where possible
p.002006: to consider. The second repetition of an exam or the repetition of one in the curriculum
p.002006: marked internship within the framework of pedagogical-practical studies is the application for a specific
p.002006: Examiner or a specific examiner from the university admission to the course in which the exam is to be taken,
p.002006: in any case, if this person is authorized to hold the examination. at
p.002006: jointly established studies is the second repetition of an exam or the
p.002006: Repetition of an internship marked in the curriculum as part of the pedagogical-practical studies
p.002006: the application for a specific examiner for the participants
p.002006: To meet educational institutions in any case.
p.002006: or master’s thesis or that of their artistic diploma or master’s submission, subject to the university regulations;
p.002006: 6. if they are doctoral students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the topic of their
p.002006: doctoral thesis, subject to the university regulations.
p.002006: 7. to prepare academic or artistic theses in a foreign language, subject to the agreement of their supervisor;
p.002006: 8. if they are degree students, to take examinations in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. having met the requirements prescribed by the curriculum, to be awarded a degree;
p.002006: 10. if they are non-degree seeking students, to attend the relevant certificate university programs for
p.002006: further education and take the examinations prescribed therefore;
p.002006: 11. if they are non-degree seeking students, admitted only for the attendance of individual courses, to attend courses
p.002006: for which they meet the registration requirements specified by the curricula, and to take examinations, subject to the
p.002006: university regulations;
p.002006: 12. to be examined according to an alternative method if they suffer from a disability which makes it
p.002006: impossible for them to take an examination in the prescribed manner and the other method does not limit the
p.002006: content and standards of the examination;
p.002006: 13. to make requests regarding the identity of the examiners. Such applications shall be acceded to wherever possible.
p.002006: In the case of a second resit, or the resit of an internship in the framework of the pedagogic-practical studies,
p.002006: indicated by the curriculum, to automatic acceptance of a request for a specific examiner at the university
p.002006: to which they have been admitted and where the examination is to be sat, provided that the examiner is entitled to take
p.002006: the examination. In jointly offered programs, in the case of a second resit, or the resit of an internship in the
p.002006: framework of the pedagogic-practical studies, indicated by the curriculum, the request for a specific examiner at the
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p.002006: statistics,
p.002006: k) study-related stays abroad, k)
p.002006: study-related stays abroad,
p.002006: l) the student representative institutions, in particular the Austrian university students
p.002006: Student body, the respective student body and
p.002006: l) the institutions for representation fo students, i.e. the Austrian Students 'Union and the respective Students'
p.002006: Union, and
p.002006: m) the student ombudsman m) the
p.002006: Austrian Student Ombudsman,
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p.002006: are to be informed, and
p.002006: and
p.002006: 2. to give an introduction to good scientific practice. 2. an introduction to
p.002006: good scientific practice shall be provided.
p.002006: It is permissible to attend the orientation events or the
p.002006: Orientation information also in cooperation with other legal entities, especially with Austrian
p.002006: University students to organize or make available.
p.002006: (1c) Beginner tutorials are to be set up for course-related advice,
p.002006: which help the students to cope with the performance, organizational and social requirements
p.002006: should support the first academic year and can be visited by the students. It is
p.002006: permitted, these beginner tutorials also in cooperation with other legal entities,
p.002006: in particular to be organized with the Austrian student body.
p.002006: (2) To the extent that foreign-language certificates are submitted to assess whether the admission requirements have been met
p.002006: are the application by sworn and legally certified interpreters
p.002006: To connect interpreters with translations.
p.002006: (3) The Rectorate is entitled to look at the obligation to submit individual documents if
p.002006: it is made credible that their provision within a reasonable period of time is impossible or disproportionate
p.002006: is very difficult and the documents submitted are sufficient for a decision.
p.002006: (3a) There are doubts about the authenticity of the documents with which the fulfillment of the admission requirements
p.002006: is proven, or its correctness of content or if it is not sufficient for a decision
p.002006: the Rectorate review the documents or knowledge or through those ordered by the Rectorate
p.002006: Have experts carried out. For this, the Rectorate can deposit a maximum of 500 euros
p.002006: which the applicant is to be reimbursed if the
p.002006: Verification of the authenticity and correctness of the documents has shown and this or this admitted to study
p.002006: has been.
p.002006: (4) Upon admission, the applicant is considered an ordinary or extraordinary
p.002006: Students or full-time or associate students or their relatives
p.002006: University.
p.002006: It shall be permissible to hold the orientation tutorials and to offer the orientation information together with
p.002006: other legal entities, particularly the Austrian Students ’Union.
p.002006: (1c) Provision shall be made for tutorials that offer first-year students on-going support in meeting the academic,
p.002006: organizational and social challenges presented by their first year of study. It is permissible to organize these
p.002006: tutorials for students who begin their studies in conjunction with other legal entities, particularly the Austrian
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p.002006: issue. In any case, these must include the name, date of birth, matriculation number and social security number of the or
p.002006: of the student as well as the student status, study and semester.
p.002006: (5) The notification of the continuation of the course must be noted in the student ID card (Section 60 (4)).
p.002006: (4) Universities shall issue students with confirmations of registration for the continuation of studies. These must,
p.002006: as a minimum, bear the student’s name, date of birth, matriculation number and social security number, as well as
p.002006: his / her student status, the program of study and the semester.
p.002006: (5) The registration for the continuation of studies shall be evidenced in the student’s pass (§ 60 para 4).
p.002006: Admission to regular studies
p.002006: Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: Section 63. (1) Admission to a regular course of study requires: Section 63. (1) Admission to
p.002006: degree programs is conditional on:
p.002006: 1. general university entrance qualification, 1.
p.002006: the possession of a general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 2. the special university entrance qualification for the chosen course, 2. the possession of
p.002006: a special university entrance qualification required for the
p.002006: study programs selected;
p.002006: 3. the knowledge of German necessary for the successful course of study or, if the study in
p.002006: English language is held, the English language; for admission to doctoral studies for the
p.002006: Successful course of study necessary knowledge of the language in which the study is held,
p.002006: 4. the artistic suitability for the studies at the universities according to § 6 para. 1 nos. 16 to 21,
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language or, if the program is held in English, the English language required for the
p.002006: successful continuation of studies; for the admission to a doctoral program, the knowledge of the language in which
p.002006: the studies are held required for the successful continuation of studies;
p.002006: 4. artistic aptitude, in the case of studies at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21;
p.002006: 5. sporting suitability for sports science studies and 5. sportive aptitude,
p.002006: in the case of degree programs in sports science; and
p.002006: 6. for admission to a bachelor's or diploma course, in accordance with the existence of an ordinance from the rectorate
p.002006: for individual or all bachelor or diploma studies, no special admission regulations for their admission
p.002006: there is evidence that the applicant is a procedure for
p.002006: Passed the aptitude test. Within the scope of this procedure, measures within the meaning of Section 13 (2) 1 lit. g to
p.002006: meet to get admission to the study of non-traditional applicants
p.002006: and applicants from groups that are underrepresented in access to higher education
p.002006: promote. Before the regulation is enacted, the Senate is given the opportunity to comment within six weeks
p.002006: give.
p.002006: (1a) Admission to a teacher training course or a course of study for professional activities
p.002006: In contrast to Paragraph 1, elementary education institutions require:
p.002006: 6. proof that the applicant has passed through an aptitude test procedure, in the case of admission to a bachelor's or
p.002006: diploma programs in accordance with a decree to be issued by the rectorate for some or all bachelor's or diploma
p.002006: programs which have no special admission regulations. Within the framework of this procedure, measures
p.002006: in the meaning of § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g must be taken to especially promote the admission of non-
p.002006: traditional applicants to study programs as well as applicants from underrepresented groups in access
p.002006: to higher education. Prior to the enactment of the decree, the senate shall have the opportunity to give
p.002006: its opinion within six weeks.
p.002006: (1a) Notwithstanding para 1, admission to a teacher training program or a program for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions is conditional on:
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p.002006: 1. general university entrance qualification, 1.
p.002006: the possession of a general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 2. the special university entrance qualification for the chosen course, 2. the possession of
p.002006: a special university entrance qualification required for the
p.002006: study programs selected;
p.002006: 3. the knowledge of the German language necessary for the exercise of the respective profession and
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language required for the practice of the respective profession; and
p.002006: 4. the suitability for studying and the respective professional activity. 4. the aptitude for the
p.002006: studies and the respective profession.
p.002006: (2) People who are already on another course of study for which admission is being sought
p.002006: domestic university or college of education were admitted with the application for admission
p.002006: Submit certificate of departure from this university or teacher training college.
p.002006: (3) If the general and special university entrance qualifications are proven, the following are to be admitted indefinitely:
p.002006: (2) Persons applying to study a subject for which they have already been admitted by another Austrian
p.002006: university or university college of teacher education must submit their leaving certificate of this university or
p.002006: university college of teacher education together with the application.
p.002006: (3) The following shall be admitted for an indefinite period on presentation of proof of possession of a general and a
p.002006: special university entrance qualification:
p.002006: 1. Austrian citizens; 1.
p.002006: Austrian citizens;
p.002006: 2. Nationals of an EU or EEA country; 2nd nationals of
p.002006: a EU or EEA country;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons, if they are reasonable in the course in question
p.002006: Study conditions (para. 4) exist;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals or stateless persons, provided that the conditions for study of the subject concerned
p.002006: are acceptable in the countries concerned (para 4);
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p.002006: following the expiry of the admission.
p.002006: (8) Simultaneous admission to the same studies at more than one university or university college of teacher
p.002006: education in Austria is impermissible. Additional admissions to the same studies at other universities or
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education risk nullity due to a defect in the meaning of § 68 para 4 subpara 4 General
p.002006: Administrative Procedure Act and shall be declared null and void by the rectorate, acting ex officio. In teacher
p.002006: training programs for secondary schools (general education) the same study shall be assumed if a subject or a
p.002006: specialization is identical.
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p.002006: (9) Taking exams for studying at another Austrian university or
p.002006: Pedagogical university as that or the admission is only permitted if
p.002006: 1. the curriculum or the curriculum of a jointly with another university or college of education
p.002006: established degree provides for this or
p.002006: 2. the body responsible for study law matters taking the exam at the other
p.002006: University or college of education approved in advance because of taking the relevant exam
p.002006: the university or in the case of jointly established studies at the participating universities and educational institutions
p.002006: Universities is not possible.
p.002006: (10) People whose first language is not the language in which the study is held have the for
p.002006: Proof of successful knowledge of this language in order to successfully complete Knowing the
p.002006: Language is particularly evidenced by a matriculation certificate based on the instruction in that language.
p.002006: The Rectorate can determine further evidence of the required language skills by ordinance.
p.002006: (10a) If proof of knowledge of the German language cannot be provided, the rectorate has to take one
p.002006: Prescribe a supplementary examination that must be taken before admission. In the artistic studies that is
p.002006: Supplementary examination not to be taken before admission if there is a different regulation in accordance with paragraph 11 in the curriculum
p.002006: has been established.
p.002006: (10b) The supplementary examination for the proof of knowledge of the German language is within the framework of the
p.002006: Attend a university course set up for this purpose. The prescription of this
p.002006: Supplementary examination requires knowledge of the German language at the time of application for the study at least in the
p.002006: Extent of level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (GeR) of the Council of Europe. As
p.002006: Proof of this knowledge of the German language applies to generally recognized language diplomas,
p.002006: which are to be determined by ordinance of the rectorate. The language diploma must show that the owner
p.002006: or the holder of knowledge of the German language at least at level A2 of the Common European
p.002006: Reference frame for languages. The language diploma must not be older than two years at the time of submission.
p.002006: This regulation does not apply to artistic studies if, by regulation of the rectorate, the implementation of the
p.002006: (9) Taking examinations for a program of study at a university or university college of teacher education other than
p.002006: that to which a student has been admitted is only permissible if:
p.002006: 1. the home curriculum, or the curriculum of a program of study offered jointly with another university or
p.002006: university college of teacher education makes provisions therefore; or
p.002006: 2. the officer responsible for study matters approves sitting of the examination at the other university or university
p.002006: college of teacher education because it cannot be taken at the university or, in the case of jointly offered degree
p.002006: programs, the universities university colleges of teacher education in question.
p.002006: (10) Persons whose first language is not the language in which the study program is held shall provide
p.002006: proof of their knowledge of the language as required for the successful continuation of studies, in particular by
p.002006: submitting a secondary school leaving certificate obtained as a result of tuition received in the required
p.002006: language. The rectorate may, by decree, determine further documentary evidence for the required language proficiency.
p.002006: (10a) In case that proof of knowledge of the German language cannot be furnished, the rectorate shall
p.002006: prescribe a supplementary examination to be taken prior to admission. In artistic study programs the supplementary
p.002006: examination does not have to be taken prior to admission if other arrangements according to para 11 have been laid down
p.002006: in the curriculum.
p.002006: (10b) The supplementary examination providing proof of the knowledge of the German language shall be part of a
p.002006: certificate university programs set up for this purpose. This supplementary examination prescribed by the curriculum
p.002006: requires an A2 level in the German language according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
p.002006: (CEFRL) of the Council of Europe at the time of submission of the application for the study program.
p.002006: Generally recognized language diplomas, to be specified by decree by the rectorate, shall be regarded as proof of the
p.002006: knowledge of the German language. The language diploma must clearly certify the holder's knowledge of the German
p.002006: language at least at an A2 language level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The
p.002006: language diploma must not be older than two years at the time of submission. This regulation shall not apply to
p.002006: artistic study programs if the rectorate has, by
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p.002006: Supplementary exam for proof of knowledge of the German language has been set in a different form
p.002006: is.
p.002006: (11) In the artistic studies the curriculum can stipulate that the filing of the
p.002006: Proof of the supplementary examination at the latest before the registration of the continuation of the study for the third semester
p.002006: is.
p.002006: decree, specified another form for the supplementary examination as a proof for the knowledge of the German language.
p.002006: (11) The curricula of artistic study programs may require proof that supplementary examinations have
p.002006: been taken prior to registration for the continuation of studies in the third semester, at the latest.
p.002006: Special provision for admission to master's and doctoral programs Special Provision relating to the
p.002006: Admission to Master's and Doctoral
p.002006: program
p.002006: Section 63a. (1) In the curricula for master's programs, qualitative admission requirements can be met
p.002006: be prescribed in connection with the required knowledge of those subjects on which the
p.002006: builds up the respective master’s degree.
p.002006: (2) It must be ensured that the completion of a bachelor's degree at the respective university is in any case without
p.002006: further requirements for admission to at least one relevant master's degree at the university or at
p.002006: jointly established studies at one of the participating educational institutions. This also applies to
p.002006: Master's programs in accordance with Paragraph 8.
p.002006: (3) Admission to a master’s degree for secondary school teaching (general education) differs from §
p.002006: 63 Para. 1a the completion of a bachelor's degree for secondary school teaching (general education) according to point
p.002006: 2.1 of the annex to the HS-QSG or equivalent foreign studies. When admitted to a
p.002006: Master’s degrees for secondary school teaching (general education) can also include subjects or
p.002006: Specializations can be chosen in the form of supplementary studies to complement the bachelor's degree
p.002006: Have been trained as a teacher.
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p.002006: in higher education.
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p.002006: (6) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) in just one
p.002006: In addition to the prerequisites according to § 63 Para
p.002006: relevant professional practice of at least 3,000 hours in advance.
p.002006: (7) Qualifying conditions may be stipulated in the curriculum for admission to a doctoral program
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (8) The Rectorate is entitled to take part in master's and doctoral studies that are exclusively in one
p.002006: Foreign languages are offered to determine a number of new students and access
p.002006: either through an admission procedure before admission or through a selection procedure after admission
p.002006: regulate. Before the rectorate determines the admission or selection process
p.002006: Give the Senate the opportunity to comment within six weeks. The determination by the rectorate
p.002006: must be submitted by April 30 at the latest in order to take effect from the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) In addition to the requirements stipulated in § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at
p.002006: secondary schools (general education) for only one subject requires the proof of subject-relevant professional
p.002006: experience amounting to at least 3000 hours.
p.002006: (7) The curriculum may stipulate qualitative requirements for the admission to a doctoral program.
p.002006: (8) For master's and doctoral programs which are offered exclusively in a foreign language, the rectorate shall be
p.002006: entitled to determine a number of first-year students and to limit admission either by means of an admission procedure
p.002006: prior to admission or by a selecting procedure after admission. Before the rectorate determines the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure, the senate shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six
p.002006: weeks. The rectorate's decision shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following
p.002006: academic year.
p.002006: (9) Section 71b (7) applies with the exception of item 4. (9) § 71b para 7,
p.002006: with the exception of subpara 4, shall apply.
p.002006: General university entrance qualification General
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 64. (1) The general university entrance qualification must be proven by one of the following certificates:
p.002006: 1. an Austrian school leaving certificate (including a certificate of the
p.002006: Berufsreifeprüfung) or an Austrian high school diploma or a certificate according to school law
p.002006: Regulations nostrified school leaving certificate,
p.002006: 2. another Austrian certificate confirming that you are entitled to study for a particular one
p.002006: Study group at a university, teacher training college or university of applied sciences;
p.002006: 3. a foreign certificate which is one of these Austrian certificates on the basis of an international law
p.002006: Agreement or on the basis of the decision of the rectorate is equivalent in individual cases;
p.002006: 4. a certificate of completion of at least three years of study at a recognized domestic or
p.002006: foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 5. in the artistic studies, confirmation of the positively assessed admission test;
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p.002006: (4) The application for admittance to the university entrance qualification examination shall be submitted in
p.002006: writing to the rectorate of the university at which studies in the group of studies aimed for are offered. The
p.002006: application shall contain:
p.002006: 1. Name, date of birth, address and - where available - matriculation number;
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p.002006: 2. Proof of the nationality of an EU or EEA state or proof of the nationality of one
p.002006: Group of people according to the group of people regulation;
p.002006: 2. proof of citizenship of a EU or EEA country, or proof of belonging to a group of persons according to the Decree on
p.002006: Groups of persons;
p.002006: 3. the desired degree;
p.002006: 3. the studies aimed for;
p.002006: 4. proof of previous education (para. 3); 4. proof
p.002006: of prior education;
p.002006: 5. the elective or the elective. 5. the
p.002006: elective or electives.
p.002006: (5) The university entrance exam consists of the following five exams: (5) The university
p.002006: entrance qualification examination shall comprise five
p.002006: examinations:
p.002006: 1. a written paper on a general topic; 1. a written
p.002006: paper on a general topic;
p.002006: 2. Two or three exams aimed at previous knowledge or skills for the intended
p.002006: Study group are required (compulsory subjects) and
p.002006: 3. one or two exams of the candidate's choice from the
p.002006: Area of the targeted course group (elective or elective).
p.002006: (6) With the written work on a general topic in accordance with Paragraph 5 No. 1, the examination candidate has to
p.002006: Exam candidate to demonstrate that he or she is on a given topic in flawless and flippant language
p.002006: and can express them in writing with a clear line of thought.
p.002006: (7) The examination requirements and methods for examinations in accordance with para. 5 nos. 1 and 2 have been based on the content of the 12th or
p.002006: 13th school level and are to be laid down in the decree of the rectorate.
p.002006: (8) For the examination or examinations according to Paragraph 5 No. 3 (elective or elective subjects) are
p.002006: Examination requirements and methods to be determined by the rectorate. On the
p.002006: The preparatory character of the university entrance qualification examination should be taken into consideration.
p.002006: (9) positively assessed examinations that an examination candidate takes
p.002006: an educational institution based on the legislation of the state in which it is based
p.002006: , has been recognized as an educational institution, are to be recognized by the rectorate on request, insofar as they
p.002006: prescribed tests are equivalent in terms of content and scope. The rectorate may have a maximum of four
p.002006: Acknowledge exams. At least one exam is available at the university or in jointly established studies
p.002006: one of the participating educational institutions.
p.002006: 2. two or three examinations that are required with regard to prior knowledge or skills for the group of studies aimed
p.002006: for (compulsory subjects); and
p.002006: 3. one or two examinations to be chosen by the candidate from the area of the group of studies aimed for (elective or
p.002006: electives).
p.002006: (6) The written paper on a general topic under para 5 subpara 1, shall serve to prove that the candidate is able to
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p.002006: proof according to para 2.
p.002006: Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for Teaching at Elementary Educational Institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) The admission procedure for teacher training programs or study programs for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions shall check the performance-based, personal, professional and pedagogical competences
p.002006: required for the professional training for and activity as teachers. Ascertaining the subject-related capacity shall
p.002006: be aligned with the subject-specific criteria laid down in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) It shall also take into consideration scientific criteria. The website shall provide information on
p.002006: the professional requirements as well as self-assessment
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p.002006: Self-exploration tools are available on the website. Information to determine the
p.002006: Suitability is available at the latest four weeks before the start of registration on the website
p.002006: but no later than six months before the start of the academic year.
p.002006: (3) It is necessary to refrain from demonstrating those suitability criteria that are met if the essential requirements are met
p.002006: for the desired profession due to a disability within the meaning of the Federal Disability Equality Act,
p.002006: BGBl. I No. 82/2005, cannot be fulfilled. If necessary, are part of the aptitude assessment procedure
p.002006: to provide suitable compensatory measures, in particular (language) assistance.
p.002006: (4) It is possible for applicants with a first language other than German if required
p.002006: appropriate precautions in the organizational process and in the performance of the proficiency test without change
p.002006: of the requirement level.
p.002006: (5) The more detailed provisions on the admission procedure, including the determination of suitability, are through
p.002006: Rectorate regulation to be established. For jointly established studies, the Rectorate of the
p.002006: to issue equivalent regulations to participating educational institutions.
p.002006: Tools. Information on the ascertaining process of the capacity shall be provided on the website not later than four
p.002006: weeks prior to the beginning of the registration, but at least six months prior to the beginning of the academic year.
p.002006: (3) In the case of fulfillment of the most important requirements for the desired profession, it shall be refrained from
p.002006: requiring proof of those eligibility criteria which cannot be fulfilled on the grounds of a disability in the meaning
p.002006: of the Federal Act on the Equalization of Persons with Disabilities, F.L.G. I No 82/2005. If required, appropriate
p.002006: compensatory measures, in particular (language) assistance, shall be provided within the framework of the
p.002006: aptitude test procedure.
p.002006: (4) Suitable arrangements shall be made in the organizational process and the implementation of the aptitude test
p.002006: for applicants whose first language is not German, without, however, changing the requirement level.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall, by decree, establish detailed regulations for the admission procedure, including the
p.002006: ascertaining process of the capacity. In the case of jointly offered study programs, the rectorates of the
p.002006: educational institutions involved shall enact identical decrees.
p.002006: Legal protection in admission procedures Legal Protection in
p.002006: respect of admission procedures
p.002006: Section 65b. (1) The applicant is able to inspect the assessment documents and the
p.002006: Grant evaluation logs of admission procedures if he or she does so within three months
p.002006: Announcement of the result is required. The assessment documents also include those in the relevant procedure
p.002006: asked questions. As part of the inspection, it must be ensured that individual feedback on the
p.002006: Assessment can be given. The student is entitled to the assessment documents
p.002006: multiply. From the right of inspection and reproduction are questions regarding the personal
p.002006: Eligibility excluded. The right to reproduce also includes multiple choice questions, including the
p.002006: respective answer options excluded.
p.002006: Section 65b. (1) Applicants shall be permitted to have inspection of the assessment documents and the evaluation records of
p.002006: admission procedures, provided that they make such requests within three months of the announcement of the
p.002006: result. The assessment documents shall also include the questions asked during the respective procedure. Within the
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p.002006: receipt of a reprimand from the partner school shall also be considered as a negative assessment; or
p.002006: 8. is excluded by official notification by the rectorate owing to an act or acts presenting a lasting or serious threat
p.002006: to other university members or to third parties within the framework of their studies. Further details shall
p.002006: be regulated in the statute.
p.002006: (2) The statutes of the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 may provide for an admission to expire if a
p.002006: student has failed to attend the courses relating to the major artistic subject for a total of more than three
p.002006: semesters over the entire duration of his / her studies.
p.002006: (3) The expiry of the admission in the cases of para 1 subparas 3, 4 and 7, and para 2 shall be notified to the student
p.002006: in writing. Upon application by the student, the rectorate shall issue a notification of assessment.
p.002006: leaving certificate
p.002006: Leaving Certificate
p.002006: § 69. If the student ends a course of study without successfully completing the course, see above
p.002006: a certificate of departure must be issued on request. This has all the exams to which the student in
p.002006: has started this course of study, and state their assessments With regard to the positively assessed
p.002006: Examinations are only to be stated as positive. To support the international mobility of the
p.002006: Students are allowed to connect a foreign language translation, the name of the university and
p.002006: of the issuing body are not to be translated.
p.002006: § 69. A leaving certificate shall be issued on application of a student terminating his / her studies without completing
p.002006: it successfully. The leaving certificate shall list all examinations taken by the student during his / her studies,
p.002006: and the assessments awarded. With regard to the examinations passed, only the positive assessments shall be stated.
p.002006: In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
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p.002006: Admission to extraordinary studies Admission to
p.002006: Non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to the extraordinary studies requires proof of any in the curriculum
p.002006: preconditions required for a university course.
p.002006: (2) Admission to the preparatory courses is at the latest until the age of 20
p.002006: possible. In addition, the universities are entitled in accordance with Section 6 (1) 16 to 21
p.002006: Curriculum for a preparatory course one admission age until completion of the
p.002006: 25th year of life if this is necessary due to the content of the course.
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to non-degree programs is conditional on proof that the applicant fulfils any requirements
p.002006: laid down in the curriculum of the certificate university program for further education concerned.
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p.002006: information:
p.002006: 1. the issuing university and the title of the certificate; 1. the awarding
p.002006: university and the designation of the certificate;
p.002006: 2. the matriculation number;
p.002006: 2. the matriculation number;
p.002006: 3. the family name and first names; 3. the
p.002006: surname and first names;
p.002006: 4. the date of birth;
p.002006: 4. the date of birth;
p.002006: 5. the name of the course; 5th
p.002006: the designation of the programs;
p.002006: 6. the name of the examination or the subject and the assessment made as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the scientific or artistic work and the assessment as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 6. the designation of the examination or the subject, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the academic theses and artistic submissions, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
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p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the exam and the assessment;
p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the examination and the result (s) awarded;
p.002006: 9. the name of the exhibitor. 9. the name of
p.002006: the issuer.
p.002006: (3) The examiner has certificates of examinations in front of individual examiners
p.002006: The assessor is responsible for assessing scientific and artistic work,
p.002006: The chairperson of the
p.002006: Examination board, certificates of degrees have that for the study law
p.002006: Issue competent body.
p.002006: (4) The certificates are to be sent immediately, but at the latest within four weeks after the delivery of the to
p.002006: issuing assessing performance. To support international student mobility
p.002006: the connection of a foreign language translation is permitted, the name of the university and the issuing institution
p.002006: Organs are not translatable.
p.002006: (5) The issuing of certificates by means of automated data processing is permitted. If
p.002006: If there is no hand-made production, certification is only required for final certificates.
p.002006: (6) The university has one or a foreign student from the second academic year on request
p.002006: to provide the student with proof of academic success, provided that he or she
p.002006: previous examinations, examinations with a positive assessment of at least 16 ECTS credit points
p.002006: or has completed 8 semester hours per week.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed studies in accordance with Section 58 (11) are included in the final certificate
p.002006: to be marked by a reference to the requirements modified with the notification.
p.002006: (3) Certificates of examinations held before one examiner shall be issued by the latter, those of assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions by the assessor, and those of examinations held before senates by the
p.002006: chairperson of the examination senate. Graduation certificates shall be issued by the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters.
p.002006: (4) Certificates shall be issued without delay, and within four weeks of performance of the work assessed at
p.002006: the latest. In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
p.002006: (5) The issue of certificates by means of electronic data processing is permissible. In the absence of a
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p.002006: applications, if the student establishes that his / her legal or business interests would be materially endangered by
p.002006: permitting access.
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p.002006: Section 6
p.002006: Chapter 6
p.002006: Academic Grade Academic
p.002006: Degrees
p.002006: Awarding of the academic degree or the academic title Award of the Academic Degree
p.002006: or the Academic Designation
p.002006: § 87. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of the
p.002006: ordinary studies, with the exception of the extension studies, after the positive assessment of all in the
p.002006: according to the respective curriculum and in the diploma, master and doctoral studies
p.002006: the delivery of the positively assessed scientific or artistic work or the documentation of the
p.002006: artistic work, the specified academic degree by written notice immediately, however
p.002006: to be granted ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (2) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of
p.002006: University courses after the positive assessment of all examinations and prescribed in the respective curriculum
p.002006: after delivery of the final written work provided for in the curriculum
p.002006: the master's degree or the academic name specified by a written notification immediately,
p.002006: however, to be awarded ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (3) To support the international mobility of graduates, the award notice is
p.002006: to include an English language translation, naming the university and the issuing body
p.002006: as well as the academic degree or academic title are not to be translated. The
p.002006: Award notice must in any case contain the following information:
p.002006: § 87. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later
p.002006: than one month after fulfillment of all requirements, issue to graduates of degree programs, except extension
p.002006: programs, an official notification of the award of the designated academic degree upon successful
p.002006: completion of all examinations prescribed by the curriculum and acceptance of the academic thesis or artistic
p.002006: submission or the documentation of the artistic submission required by the diploma, master or doctoral program in
p.002006: question.
p.002006: (2) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later than one
p.002006: month after fulfillment of all requirements, issue to persons who have successfully completed a university
p.002006: further education course, including all the examinations and the possible final thesis prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum, an official notification of the award of the designated Master’s degree or academic designation.
p.002006: (3) In order to promote international mobility of graduates, an English translation shall be added to the
p.002006: awarding document, without translating the name of the university and of the issuing body as well as the academic
p.002006: degree or the academic designation. The notification of award shall, as a minimum, contain the following information:
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p.002006: outline of human-resource development. This shall also include the envisioned workplace quality at all career stages,
p.002006: but particularly that of junior academic staff. In addition, plans to launch new degree programs and to discontinue
p.002006: degree programs shall be laid out.
p.002006: (3) The development plan shall also specify the number of positions for which a qualification agreement in the meaning
p.002006: of § 27 para 1 of the collective contract concluded according to § 108 para 3 in the version effective on 1 October
p.002006: 2015 can be made.
p.002006: Evaluation and quality assurance
p.002006: Evaluation and Quality Assurance
p.002006: § 14. (1) The universities have their own quality management system for quality and performance assurance
p.002006: build.
p.002006: (2) The subject of the evaluation are the tasks and the entire range of services of the university.
p.002006: (3) Evaluations are subject to subject-related international evaluation standards
p.002006: respectively. The areas of the university's range of services to be evaluated are for those
p.002006: Specify evaluations that only refer to one university in the performance agreement.
p.002006: (4) Internal university evaluations are to be carried out continuously in accordance with the statutes.
p.002006: § 14. (1) The universities shall develop their own quality management systems in order to assure quality and the
p.002006: attainment of their performance objectives.
p.002006: (2) The subject of an evaluation is the university’s tasks and the entire spectrum of its services.
p.002006: (3) Evaluations shall be conducted in accordance with subject-based international evaluation standards.
p.002006: The areas of university services to be evaluated shall, in the case of evaluations relating to single universities, be
p.002006: established by the respective performance agreement.
p.002006: (4) The universities shall carry out internal evaluations on an ongoing basis, in accordance with their statutes.
p.002006: (5) External evaluations are if they (5)
p.002006: External evaluations shall take place:
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p.002006: 1. Affect an individual university, at the instigation of the University Council, the Rectorate or the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister,
p.002006: 2. concern several universities, on the initiative of the university councils, of the rectorates of the concerned
p.002006: Universities or the Federal Minister
p.002006: perform.
p.002006: (6) The universities and their bodies concerned have the data and data necessary for the evaluations
p.002006: To provide information (personal data according to Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR and other information) and
p.002006: are obliged to participate.
p.002006: (7) The achievements of the university professors
p.002006: as well as the university lecturers and the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff in research, art and
p.002006: Teaching operations must be evaluated regularly, but at least every five years. The more detailed provisions
p.002006: meets the statutes.
p.002006: (8) The results of all evaluations are based on the decisions of the university bodies
p.002006: lay. The assessment of teaching by the students must be taken into account in the performance agreements.
p.002006: (9) The federal government is responsible for the effort required for evaluations initiated by the Federal Minister
p.002006: wear.
p.002006: 1. on the initiative of the university council or rectorate of the university in question or the Federal Minister where
p.002006: they relate to individual universities;
p.002006: 2. on the initiative of the university councils or rectorates of the universities in question or the Federal
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p.002006: grants shall, on application, be accorded reductions in the course fees having regard to their financial
p.002006: circumstances.
p.002006: (4) Teachers attending certificate university programs for continuing and further education offered within
p.002006: the educational mission under public law shall be free of course fees.
p.002006: (5) The curriculum of a certificate university program for further education may determine a maximum duration of
p.002006: studies, which shall comprise at least the requested duration of studies plus two semesters.
p.002006: preparatory courses
p.002006: Preparatory courses
p.002006: Section 57. The universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21 are entitled to preparatory courses for
p.002006: Preparing to set up an artistic bachelor's or diploma course. For
p.002006: Preparatory courses are not subject to a course fee or a tuition fee.
p.002006: § 57. The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall be entitled to establish certificate university
p.002006: programs for further education to prepare students for artistic bachelor or diploma programs. For preparatory
p.002006: courses neither course fees nor tuition fees shall be levied.
p.002006: curricula
p.002006: curricula
p.002006: Section 58. (1) At universities there are curricula for the individual studies in accordance with Sections 54b (4) and 54c (2)
p.002006: to enact.
p.002006: (2) The curricula must contain a qualification profile (section 51 (2) no.29).
p.002006: Section 58. (1) At the universities curricula shall be enacted for the single study programs within the limits
p.002006: of Sections 54b para 4 and 54c para 2.
p.002006: (2) The curricula shall contain a qualification profile (§ 51 para 2 subpara 29).
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p.002006: (3) The curricula of teacher training programs are competence-oriented in accordance with the annex of the
p.002006: University Quality Assurance Act - HS-QSG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 74/2011.
p.002006: (4) In the curricula of bachelor studies for the teaching profession there may be subject-specific criteria for the
p.002006: Determine the professional suitability. In the curricula of artistic studies and of
p.002006: sports science studies as well as for teacher training in these subjects is to be determined in which way in
p.002006: As part of the review of the technical suitability, admission tests are carried out in accordance with Section 51 (2) No. 19 and Section 75.
p.002006: (5) Curricula and their changes are before the decision is made to the Rectorate, curricula theological studies
p.002006: also the responsible church authorities and curricula for teacher training studies also the
p.002006: To send the Quality Assurance Council for pedagogical education for comments.
p.002006: (6) Curricula of regular studies and their changes occur when published in the newsletter
p.002006: before July 1 with October 1 of the same year in force; if published after June 30th, they begin with 1.
p.002006: October of next year in force. If studies are abandoned, curricula will be published in the
p.002006: Bulletin expired before July 1 at the end of September 30 of the same year; at publication
p.002006: after June 30, curricula expire on September 30 of the next year.
p.002006: (7) In the curriculum, as a prerequisite for registration for courses, for their
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p.002006: the latest. In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
p.002006: (5) The issue of certificates by means of electronic data processing is permissible. In the absence of a
p.002006: handwritten signature, attestation is only necessary in the case of graduation certificates.
p.002006: (6) Universities shall, on application of a foreign student, issue him / her a certificate of successful
p.002006: course completion from the second year of study onwards, if he / she has passed examinations equivalent to at least 16
p.002006: ECTS credits or 8 semester hours.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed study programs according to § 58 para 11 shall be specified in the graduation certificate
p.002006: by a reference to the requirements modified by official notification.
p.002006: 4a. section
p.002006: Chapter 4a
p.002006: Admission and supplementary exams, courses and exams
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations, Courses and Examinations
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Exams Admission and
p.002006: Supplementary examinations
p.002006: Section 75. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has technically suitable examiners
p.002006: or to use examiners for the admission and supplementary exams
p.002006: determine and
p.002006: § 75. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall appoint academically qualified examiners for the
p.002006: admission and supplementary examinations; these persons shall determine the method of examination, and
p.002006: determine whether the examination is to be heard by a single examiner or an examination board.
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p.002006: to determine whether this is to be taken as an individual examination or as a committee examination.
p.002006: (2) Becomes a university course in preparation for a supplementary exam
p.002006: established, its positive completion counts as a supplementary examination.
p.002006: (2) If a university further education course is held to prepare students for a supplementary examination,
p.002006: its successful completion shall be deemed equivalent to such examination.
p.002006: (3) Admission tests can be repeated indefinitely. (3) Admission
p.002006: examinations may be repeated without limitation.
p.002006: Courses and exams
p.002006: Courses and examinations
p.002006: § 76. (1) A list of courses is to be given at least once a year
p.002006: publish what information about the title, the type, the time and the place of the holding
p.002006: Includes courses.
p.002006: (2) The heads of the lectures have the students in before each semester
p.002006: suitably about the goals, the contents and the methods of their courses as well as about the contents that
p.002006: Methods, the assessment criteria and the assessment standards of the
p.002006: Inform course exams.
p.002006: (3) Courses can include distance learning elements and
p.002006: electronic learning environments are offered. Suitable learning materials must be provided. The
p.002006: Before the start of the course, students are informed about the concept of the course and the content,
p.002006: the methods and the assessment criteria and the assessment standards of the
p.002006: Inform course exams.
p.002006: (4) For examinations that are carried out in the form of a single examination process
p.002006: Examination dates must be scheduled for the beginning, the middle and the end of each semester.
p.002006: § 76. (1) An index of courses, providing details of the designation, type, time and place of the courses to be held in
p.002006: each semester, shall be published at least once per academic year.
p.002006: (2) The teachers of courses shall, at the start of each semester, inform students appropriately of the objectives,
p.002006: contents and methods of their courses, and of the contents, methods and criteria of course assessment and
p.002006: examinations.
p.002006: (3) Courses offered may include distance learning elements as well as e-learning environments. Suitable teaching
p.002006: materials shall be provided for this purpose. Prior to the start of the courses, the students shall be informed about
p.002006: the concept of the course as well as about the contents, methods, and the qualitative and quantitative assessment
p.002006: criteria of the course examinations.
p.002006: (4) For examinations which are executed in a single phase, examination dates shall always be set at the start, middle
p.002006: or end of each semester.
p.002006: Repetition of exams
p.002006: Repetition of examinations
p.002006: Section 77. (1) Students are entitled to take examinations with a positive assessment up to twelve months after taking the exam,
p.002006: however, at the longest until the end of the relevant study section or until the completion of
p.002006: to repeat the course in question once. The positively assessed examination becomes the
p.002006: Retake void. This also applies to the internships in the curriculum of teacher training studies in the
p.002006: Framework of pedagogical-practical studies. At the universities in accordance with section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21, two may
p.002006: positively assessed course examinations from the central artistic subject during the
p.002006: the entire duration of the study can be repeated once.
p.002006: Section 77. (1) Students shall be entitled to repeat passed examinations up to twelve months after taking them, but not later
p.002006: than the end of the respective stage of the study program or the program as a whole. The result of the passed
p.002006: examination shall become null and void when the resit is taken. This shall also apply to internships in the framework
p.002006: of the pedagogic-practical studies, indicated by the curriculum of teacher training programs. At the universities
p.002006: named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 a maximum of two passed course examinations in the major artistic subject may be
p.002006: repeated once throughout the entire duration of studies.
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p.002006: (2) Students are entitled to retake exams three times. On the number of
p.002006: admissible exams are all exams for the same exam at the same university and at
p.002006: jointly set up studies at all participating educational institutions. In the statute is
p.002006: Determine whether and how many further exam repetitions are permitted.
p.002006: (3) The third repetition of an examination is to be held by a committee if the examination is in the form of a single one
p.002006: Examination process is carried out. At the request of the student, this also applies to the second
p.002006: Repetition.
p.002006: (4) Students are entitled to internships marked in the curriculum as part of the
p.002006: Repeat pedagogical-practical studies once with a negative assessment. Repeated negative
p.002006: To avoid special hardship cases, a second repetition can be provided if the
p.002006: negative assessment of the repetition on special, not by the student or the
p.002006: Students are in debt.
p.002006: (5) The setting of deadlines and the obligation to take course examinations as
p.002006: Prerequisites for retaking exams are not permitted.
p.002006: (2) Students shall be entitled to repeat failed examinations three times. All examinations taken in the same
p.002006: subject at the same university and, in jointly offered programs, at all educational institutions concerned,
p.002006: shall count towards the permissible number of resits. The statute shall state whether further resits are
p.002006: permitted, and if so how many may be taken.
p.002006: (3) The third repetition of an examination must be held before an examination board, if the examination takes the form
p.002006: of a single procedure. On application of the student the same shall apply to the second repetition.
p.002006: (4) In the case of receiving a negative assessment, students shall be entitled to repeat internships in the framework
p.002006: of the pedagogic-practical studies indicated by the curriculum once. To avoid cases that would lead to particular
p.002006: hardship, a second repetition may be permitted if the repeated negative assessment can be attributed to special
p.002006: circumstances for which the student is not responsible.
p.002006: (5) Setting of deadlines for repetitions of examinations and making them conditional on taking course
p.002006: examinations is impermissible.
p.002006: Recognition of exams
p.002006: Recognition of examinations
p.002006: Section 78. (1) Upon application by the ordinary student, exams are assessed as positive, provided that they pass the
p.002006: the examinations prescribed in the curriculum are equivalent, from for study law matters
p.002006: to approve the responsible body if it
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution,
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institution, the access to which is general university entrance qualification
p.002006: requires
p.002006: 3. at a vocational high school in those required for future employment
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 4. at a higher institute for teacher and educator training in the necessary for future professional activity
p.002006: subjects,
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p.002006: 1. "Hours of work" mean the time from the start to the finish of working time, apart from the rest breaks and rest
p.002006: periods, and comprise normal working time and overtime;
p.002006: 2. “Daily working time” means the hours of work within an uninterrupted period of 24 hours;
p.002006: 3. “Weekly working time” means the hours of work within the period from Monday up to and including Sunday;
p.002006: 4th night: the period between 10pm and 6am; 4. “Night” means
p.002006: the period from 10 p.m. until 6 a.m.
p.002006: 5. Night worker: an employee who
p.002006: regularly or, unless the collective agreement provides otherwise, in at least 48 nights in the
p.002006: Calendar year works at least three hours during the night.
p.002006: (2a) The weekly normal working time is 40 hours, unless otherwise stipulated by the collective agreement
p.002006: Regulations are made.
p.002006: (3) The daily working hours may not exceed 13 hours. The weekly working time may be within
p.002006: a calculation period of up to 17 weeks on average 48 hours and in each
p.002006: Weeks of the calculation period do not exceed 60 hours.
p.002006: (4) The daily working hours of night workers may
p.002006: do not exceed an average of eight hours within a calculation period of 17 weeks.
p.002006: 5. “Night workers” means workers who work at least three hours during the night either regularly or, unless
p.002006: otherwise provided for by the collective contract, at least 48 nights per calendar year.
p.002006: (2a) The normal working week is 40 hours unless otherwise provided for by the collective contract.
p.002006: (3) Daily working time may not exceed 13 hours. Weekly working time may not exceed an average of 48 hours within a
p.002006: reference period of up to 17 weeks or 60 hours in single weeks within the reference period.
p.002006: (4) The daily working time of night workers may not exceed an average of eight hours within a reference period of 17
p.002006: weeks.
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p.002006: (5) If the total duration of the working time is more than six hours, the working time is due to a break from
p.002006: to interrupt for at least 30 minutes.
p.002006: (6) After the end of the daily working hours, the employees have an uninterrupted one
p.002006: Grant a rest period of at least eleven hours.
p.002006: (7) Within a period from Monday to Sunday inclusive, the employees
p.002006: to grant an uninterrupted rest period of 36 hours. The extent of the weekly rest period can be up
p.002006: 24 hours if the employee receives one within 14 days
p.002006: average weekly rest period of 36 hours is guaranteed.
p.002006: (7a) As far as operational requirements do not conflict, Sundays and public holidays (§ 7 para. 2
p.002006: and 3 of the Rest of Work Act).
p.002006: (8) Night workers are entitled to a day job at their request
p.002006: transfer if their health is proven to be impaired by night work and transfer to
p.002006: a job with daily work is possible for operational reasons.
p.002006: (9) Night workers are entitled to free examinations of their
p.002006: Health status before starting work and afterwards at regular intervals. These examinations are
p.002006: special investigations according to § 51 of the Workers Protection Act (ASchG), Federal Law Gazette No. 450/1994.
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p.002006: Transfer of federally owned property to universities
p.002006: § 139. (1) The right of ownership of the movable property of the Confederation, the day before the full
p.002006: The effectiveness of this federal law is left to the universities of the arts to use
p.002006: including all related rights and legal relationships, claims and debts goes with the following
p.002006: Day (key date) by way of universal succession to the university using it. The
p.002006: General succession must be published in the university's newsletter (section 20 (6)).
p.002006: (2) The right to property in the movable property of the Confederation, the day before it becomes fully effective
p.002006: Federal law is left to a medical faculty or one of its organizational units for use
p.002006: including all associated rights and legal relationships, claims and
p.002006: using them on the day before the effective date. The legal implications of §§ 12a and 46a of the Rent Act shall be
p.002006: excluded.
p.002006: (2) As of the effective date referred to in para 1 the respective universities shall replace the Federal Government as
p.002006: the lessors or loaners in existing leasehold or loan agreements.
p.002006: Legal succession with respect to shared properties, buildings and rooms
p.002006: § 138. The tenancy rights shall pass to the university to which the property, building or individual rooms was / were
p.002006: assigned for exclusive, permanent use on the day before the effective date. If a property, a building or single rooms
p.002006: has / have been assigned to a number of universities for joint permanent use, the tenancy rights shall pass to that
p.002006: university which has predominantly used the property during the reference period between 1 January, 2001 and 30
p.002006: September, 2003. In the case of the medical universities, the applicable uses during this reference period shall be
p.002006: those by the respective faculty of medicine. If a property, a building or single rooms has / have been
p.002006: assigned to a number of universities for joint permanent use, the master tenancy rights shall be accorded to
p.002006: that university which has predominantly used the property during the reference period between 1 January
p.002006: 2001 and September 30, 2003. The other universities shall receive subtenancy rights and shall pay subrent in the
p.002006: amount of the master rent.
p.002006: Transfer of Properties Owned by the Federal Government to the Universities
p.002006: Section 139. (1) Title to the movable assets owned by the Federal Government assigned to the universities and
p.002006: universities of the arts for their use as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect, including
p.002006: all associated rights and obligations, claims and debts shall, on the following day (effective date), pass by
p.002006: universal succession to the university using such assets. Such universal succession shall be published in the
p.002006: university gazette (§ 20 para 6).
p.002006: (2) Title to the movable assets owned by the Federal Government assigned to a faculty of medicine or one of its
p.002006: organizational units for its use as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect, including all associated
p.002006: rights and obligations, claims and debts shall, on the following day (effective date), pass by universal
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p.002006: Debts with the following day (due date) by way of universal succession to that medical university,
p.002006: which is the universal legal successor to the Faculty of Medicine. The universal succession is in the newsletter
p.002006: to announce to the university.
p.002006: (3) The right of ownership of the movable property of the Confederation, which takes effect the day before it becomes fully effective
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p.002006: Individuals (full-time equivalents) in the individual subject groups are based on the basic indicator 2
p.002006: "Personnel in selected uses in full-time equivalents per calendar year";
p.002006: b) Amount for the universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) lines 1 to 15 (“scientific
p.002006: Universities ”), which is calculated on the basis of at least one competitive indicator;
p.002006: c) Amount for the universities according to Section 6 Paragraph 1 Numbers 16 to 21 (“Artistic Universities”),
p.002006: which is calculated on the basis of at least one competitive indicator,
p.002006: whereby the amounts according to lit. b and c together amount to a maximum of 20% of the Research or EEK pillar
p.002006: allowed to.
p.002006: 3. The budget pillar infrastructure and strategic development according to para. 2 no. 3 includes the amounts for those of
p.002006: Universities used buildings for the additional clinical expenditure according to § 55 Z 2 of the Federal Act on Hospitals
p.002006: and Kuranstalten (KAKuG), BGBl. No. 1/1957, in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 59/2017
p.002006: (Medical Universities), a strategic amount for teaching, research or development and development
p.002006: the arts as well as for other measures. Its amount is particularly justified according to the factually justified
p.002006: Determined in accordance with Section 13 (2) (1) and also serves to secure the economy
p.002006: Universities taking into account the current developments in the university area,
p.002006: the
p.002006: a) Amount allocated for covering the costs of the minimum number of persons (full-time equivalents) to
p.002006: be employed in each group of disciplines throughout Austria in selected job groups. The amount of
p.002006: persons (full-time equivalents) to be employed in each group of disciplines shall be determined based
p.002006: on the basic indicator 2 “Staff in selected job groups in full-time equivalents per calendar year”;
p.002006: b) Amount allocated to the universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15 (“scientific universities”) which is
p.002006: calculated based on at least one competition indicator;
p.002006: c) Amount allocated to the universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 (“artistic universities”) which is
p.002006: calculated based on at least one competition indicator;
p.002006: However, together the amounts pursuant to lit b and c shall not exceed 20% of the column research or AAA.
p.002006: 3. The budget column “infrastructure and strategic development” according to para 2 subpara 3 comprises the amounts
p.002006: for the buildings used by the universities and for the clinical overheads according to § 55 subpara 2 of the
p.002006: Hospitals and Health Resorts Act (KAKuG), F.L.G. No 1/1957, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G.I.
p.002006: No 59/2017 (Medical Universities), a strategic amount for teaching, research or the advancement and
p.002006: appreciation of the arts as well as for other measures. The amount is determined, in particular, in
p.002006: accordance with the objectively justifiable demand according to § 13 para 2 subpara 1, and shall also
p.002006: serve as an economic security for the universities in consideration of the current
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p.002006: university policy priorities and the necessary structural changes.
p.002006: (5) The individual subject groups in the teaching and research or EEK budget pillars are weighted, whereby
p.002006: The following criteria in particular must be taken into account:
p.002006: 1. the total amount in accordance with paragraph 2 and its distribution between the teaching and research budget pillars or
p.002006: EEK,
p.002006: 2. the different equipment requirements of the individual subject groups as well
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p.002006: Taking into account the number of Austria-wide in selected use groups in
p.002006: the individual subject groups at least people to be employed (full-time equivalents) and
p.002006: the corresponding subject group weights.
p.002006: (7) By ordinance of the Federal Minister, in agreement with the Federal Minister or
p.002006: to determine the following for the Federal Minister of Finance:
p.002006: 1. Proportional division of the budget pillars teaching and research or EEK into the amounts according to para. 4 no. 1 lit. a and b and
p.002006: Z 2 lit. a to c,
p.002006: 2. Definition and data basis of basic indicators 1 and 2 and the competitive indicators
p.002006: according to para. 4 no. 1 lit. b and Z 2 lit. b and c and their weighting according to paragraph 5,
p.002006: 3. Determination of the funding rates for the teaching and research budget pillars or EEK in accordance with paragraph 6 and
p.002006: 4. Allocation of the fields of study offered by the universities to the subject groups.
p.002006: (6) Funding rates shall be determined for the allocation of the resources according to para 4 subpara 1 lit.
p.002006: a and subpara 2 lit a. The funding rates for teaching shall be determined on the basis of the budget column
p.002006: “Teaching” as well as in consideration of the minimum number of study places to be offered throughout
p.002006: Austria in each group of disciplines and the corresponding weighting of the groups of disciplines. The funding rates
p.002006: for research or the advancement and appreciation of the arts shall be determined on the basis of the budget column
p.002006: “Research or AAA” as well as in consideration of the minimum number of persons (full-time equivalents) to be employed
p.002006: throughout Austria in each group of disciplines in selected job groups and the corresponding weighting of the groups of
p.002006: disciplines.
p.002006: (7) In consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, the Federal Minister shall, by decree, determine the
p.002006: Following:
p.002006: 1. proportionate division of the budget columns “teaching” and “research or AAA” into the amounts set out in para 4
p.002006: subpara 1 lit a and b and subpara 2 lit a to c,
p.002006: 2. definition and data basis for the basic indicators 1 and 2 and the competition indicators according to para 4
p.002006: subpara 1 lit b and subpara 2 lit b and c and their weighting according to para 5,
p.002006: 3. Determination of the funding rates for the budget columns “teaching” as well as “research or AAA” according to para
p.002006: 6, as well as
p.002006: 4. assignment of the fields of education offered at the universities to the groups of disciplines.
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p.002006: (8) The total amount in accordance with paragraph 2 increases by that in the individual years of the respective
p.002006: Service agreement period incurred by the universities from the general increases in payments for the
p.002006: on the day before this federal law takes full effect at federal level, existing federal personnel, insofar as it is
p.002006: during this period in an employment relationship with the university or in a federal employment relationship, in a
p.002006: special legal relationship under public law as a researcher (artistic) or as
p.002006: scientific (artistic) employee (in training) (§ 132) and assigned to the university
p.002006: is. The increase must not exceed the percentage by which the estimated personnel expenses
p.002006: of the federal government have risen compared to the federal budget for the previous calendar year.
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p.002006: corresponds to all universities.
p.002006: a) For each study place for bachelor's, master's or diploma programs to be offered by the university as stipulated in
p.002006: the performance agreement, the university shall receive a “financing rate teaching” weighted according
p.002006: to groups of disciplines.
p.002006: b) In addition, the university shall receive an amount which is calculated based on at least one competition
p.002006: indicator. Each university shall receive a portion of this amount corresponding to its share of the indicator value of
p.002006: all universities.
p.002006: 2. Partial amount for research or EEK: 2.
p.002006: Component for “research or AAA”:
p.002006: a) The university receives at least one for every one agreed in the performance agreement from the university
p.002006: Employee (in full-time equivalents) in selected uses by subject groups
p.002006: a funding rate for research or development and development of the arts.
p.002006: b) In addition, there is an amount for the universities in accordance with section 6 (1) nos. 1 to 15 ("scientific
p.002006: Universities ”) as well as for the universities according to § 6 Paragraph 1 Z 16 to 21 (“ artistic
p.002006: Universities ”), which is based on at least one competitive indicator
p.002006: is calculated. Each university in accordance with section 6 (1) nos. 1 to 15 receives the share of this amount that corresponds to its share
p.002006: corresponds to the indicator value of all universities in accordance with section 6 (1) lines 1 to 15. Each university according to § 6 Paragraph 1 No. 16 bis
p.002006: 21 receives the share from this amount that corresponds to its share in the indicator value of all universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) no. 16
p.002006: corresponds to 21.
p.002006: a) For each person (full-time equivalent) to be employed in selected job groups as stipulated in the
p.002006: performance agreement, the university shall receive a “financing rate research or advancement and appreciation of the
p.002006: arts ”by group of disciplines.
p.002006: b) In addition, they shall receive an amount allocated to universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to
p.002006: 15 (“scientific universities”) as well as to universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21
p.002006: (“Artistic universities”) which is calculated based on at least one competition indicator. Each university
p.002006: according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15 shall receive a proportion of this amount corresponding to its share
p.002006: of the indicator value of all universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to
p.002006: 15. Each university according to § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall receive a proportion of this amount corresponding
p.002006: to its share of the indicator value of all universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21.
p.002006: 3. Partial amount for infrastructure and strategic development: 3. Component for
p.002006: “Infrastructure and strategic development”:
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p.002006: The partial amount includes the amounts for the buildings used by the universities, for the clinical
p.002006: Additional expenses according to § 55 Z 2 KAKuG (medical universities) as well as an amount for strategic measures
p.002006: for teaching, research or development and development of the arts as well as for other measures. This
p.002006: The partial amount also serves as economic security for the university, taking into account the
p.002006: current developments in the university area, the higher education policy priorities and the
p.002006: necessary structural changes. Each university receives the share of it
p.002006: Subject to the objectively justified need.
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p.002006: university shall set out its special priorities and strengths, and the resources allocated to the attainment of the
p.002006: objectives derived out of it. It shall also state which human resources development measures and incentives are
p.002006: required in order to attain the objectives, and what contributions the university’s members are to make. ace
p.002006: part of human resource development, measures for improving the compatibility of child care and an academic career shall
p.002006: be taken into consideration
p.002006: b) Research, development and development of the arts: b) research, and the
p.002006: advancement and appreciation of the arts:
p.002006: The university has in particular the planned and the continuing ones
p.002006: Research projects and research programs as well as the projects for the development and development of the arts
p.002006: The university shall, in particular, make known its planned research projects and programs, and those to be
p.002006: continued during the period in question, as well as its projects for the advancement and appreciation of
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p.002006: announce. Furthermore, the minimum basic research service / basic service to be provided
p.002006: in the development and development of the arts in the individual subject groups based on the number of
p.002006: Full-time equivalents of personnel in selected uses by subject groups per calendar year
p.002006: set.
p.002006: the arts. Furthermore, the minimum basic research performance / basic performance in the advancement and
p.002006: appreciation of the arts in each group of disciplines shall be determined based on the number of full-time
p.002006: equivalents of staff in selected job groups by group of disciplines per calendar year.
p.002006: c) Studies and further education: c)
p.002006: study programs and continuing education:
p.002006: The information on the course of study and further training activities are provided by corresponding statistics on the
p.002006: quantitative development in these areas and by means of the results of the evaluation of
p.002006: Document course assessments after studies. On this basis, the projects in the study and
p.002006: To designate further education area and to define any changes in the teaching and learning organization with which
p.002006: the desired qualification profiles of the students and researchers should be met.
p.002006: Furthermore, the number of study places available in the individual subject groups is at least for
p.002006: regular bachelor, master and diploma studies per academic year as well as the number of study places for
p.002006: Determine first-year students for bachelor and diploma studies in accordance with § 71b per academic year.
p.002006: d) Measures to reduce the number of dropouts:
p.002006: The university has to carry out surveys on the causes of dropouts and
p.002006: Announce activities to improve graduation rates. The university also has measures
p.002006: for expanding student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the introductory and orientation phase
p.002006: and to develop support services for students with children.
p.002006: The information on programs and continuing education activities shall be supported by appropriate statistics
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p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister shall, by official notification, acting proprio motu or upon application, determine the
p.002006: duties arising from a performance agreement under paras 1 or 8. The university shall be entitled to be a party to this
p.002006: procedure and to
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p.002006: Proceedings as party and the right to object to the decision before the trial
p.002006: Administrative Court to file complaint.
p.002006: appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification issued upon conclusion of the procedure.
p.002006: conciliation Commission
p.002006: Arbitration Committee
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee is responsible for deciding on applications pursuant to Section 13 (8)
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee consists of a judge of the active status as chairman
p.002006: or chairman and four assessors. The chairperson and a deputy for
p.002006: the case of prevention is to be announced by the Federal Minister on the proposal of the President
p.002006: Appoint presidents of the Supreme Court for a term of five years. A
p.002006: Reappointment is permitted. In each individual case, the rectorate will approve two assessors in agreement with the
p.002006: University council of the participating university and of the Federal Minister upon request
p.002006: the chairperson is posted for the duration of the ongoing proceedings. The arbitration board is
p.002006: quorate when all members are present. It takes its decisions with a majority of votes; abstention
p.002006: is not permitted.
p.002006: (3) The assessors must have a corresponding job in scientific teaching and
p.002006: Research or university management, which is used for the professional assessment of questions of
p.002006: Management and funding of universities qualified. The members of the
p.002006: Arbitration commission may not work for the affairs of the universities
p.002006: responsible federal ministry and not members of the university according to § 94 of the participating university.
p.002006: You may not be members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the
p.002006: Federal Council or other general representative body and officials of a political party and
p.002006: Individuals who have performed any of these functions in the past four years. They must also
p.002006: Ensure independence and impartiality towards the parties to the process.
p.002006: (4) The Arbitration Commission has the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991
p.002006: apply, unless this federal law instructs otherwise. The arbitration commission are from the
p.002006: Parties all relevant information (personal data according to Art. 4 No. 1 of the Regulation (EU)
p.002006: 2016/679 for the protection of natural persons during processing
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee shall be established at the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research to
p.002006: hear applications according to § 13 para 8.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee shall consist of a serving judge as chairperson and four lay members. The Federal
p.002006: Minister shall appoint the chairperson and a deputy chairperson to serve in the case of the chairperson’s
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p.002006: Establish performance agreement periods as well as after referral to the Senate (Section 25 Paragraph 1 No. 2) and
p.002006: after approval by the
p.002006: § 13b. (1) The development plan is the university's strategic planning instrument and shall
p.002006: constitute an important basis for the performance agreements. The rectorate shall prepare the development plan by 31
p.002006: December of the second year of each performance agreement period based on rolling forecasts for the following two
p.002006: performance agreement periods and after hearing the opinion of the senate (§ 25 para 1 (2)) and shall publish it in the
p.002006: university gazette, after approval has been given by the university council, and forward it to the Federal Minister.
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p.002006: University Council to be announced in the newsletter and to the Federal Minister
p.002006: forward.
p.002006: (2) The development plan must be based on the structure of the service agreement in accordance with Section 13 (2) (1). He
p.002006: includes the technical dedication for university professors according to § 98
p.002006: Paragraph 1, including the dedications for
p.002006: University professors in clinical and non-clinical areas according to §
p.002006: 123b paragraph 1. The development plan has a description of the personnel strategy and the number of
p.002006: University professors in accordance with sections 98 and 99, provided they are for at least three years
p.002006: are ordered to include. It includes the professional dedication of the positions for university professors
p.002006: University professors in accordance with section 123b (1). The development plan also has a description of personnel development
p.002006: to include. This also includes the desired quality of a job at all career levels,
p.002006: but especially that of young scientists. In addition, are the intended ones
p.002006: Introduction of new regular studies and the intended abandonment of regular studies.
p.002006: (3) The development plan also includes the number of positions that are within the meaning of the
p.002006: Section 27 (1) of the collective agreement concluded in accordance with Section 108 (3) in the on
p.002006: 1 October 2015 applicable version for a qualification agreement.
p.002006: (2) The development plan shall be aligned with the structure of the performance agreement under § 13 para 2 (1). It
p.002006: shall specify the specific field of the positions allocated to university professors according to § 98 para 1,
p.002006: including the allocation of positions for university professors in the clinical and non-clinical departments
p.002006: according to § 123b para 1. The development plan shall contain a description of the human resource strategy as well as
p.002006: the number of university professors according to
p.002006: Sections 98 and 99, provided that they have been appointed for at least three years. It shall specify the specific field of
p.002006: positions for university professors according to § 123b para 1. The development plan shall also contain an
p.002006: outline of human-resource development. This shall also include the envisioned workplace quality at all career stages,
p.002006: but particularly that of junior academic staff. In addition, plans to launch new degree programs and to discontinue
p.002006: degree programs shall be laid out.
p.002006: (3) The development plan shall also specify the number of positions for which a qualification agreement in the meaning
p.002006: of § 27 para 1 of the collective contract concluded according to § 108 para 3 in the version effective on 1 October
p.002006: 2015 can be made.
p.002006: Evaluation and quality assurance
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p.002006: 14. approving the proposed budget within four weeks upon receipt from the rectorate; if the university
p.002006: council refuses acceptance within four weeks upon receipt, the rectorate shall submit a new proposal without
p.002006: delay; if the university council fails to accept it within the period stipulated, the proposed budget shall be deemed
p.002006: to be approved;
p.002006: 15. preparing an opinion on the performance agreement prior to its conclusion by the rector within three weeks;
p.002006: 16. Adoption of the University Council's rules of procedure. 16. enacting rules
p.002006: of procedure for the university council.
p.002006: (2) The University Council or at least two members of the University Council are common
p.002006: authorized to inform itself about all matters of the university. The opinion was sent to the
p.002006: University Council and is to be dealt with in the next meeting of the University Council. The
p.002006: University organs are obliged to provide the University Council with all relevant information
p.002006: (2) The university council or at least two members of the university council together shall be entitled to request
p.002006: information on all and any matters concerning the university. The statement shall be forwarded to the university
p.002006: council and shall be dealt with in the next meeting of the university council. The university governing bodies shall
p.002006: be obliged to provide the university council with all relevant
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p.002006: To provide information, business items and documents related to that of the University Council
p.002006: Submit designated items, conduct surveys ordered by him and carry out on-site inspections
p.002006: and have the job done. At most, this can also include personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The University Council consists of five, seven or nine members who hold responsible positions in
p.002006: society, especially science, culture or business, are or were active and based on
p.002006: Because of their excellent knowledge and experience, they contribute to achieving the goals and tasks of
p.002006: University can afford. The Senate has a say in changing the size of the University Council
p.002006: Two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the Federal Government, State Secretaries and
p.002006: State Secretaries, members of a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council or one
p.002006: other general representative body and officials of a political party and persons who do not belong
p.002006: have performed any of these functions in the past four years or have worked at the relevant university in the
p.002006: have been a member of the Rectorate for the past four years.
p.002006: (5) The members of the University Council may not include any university members in accordance with sections 125, 132 and 133
p.002006: University employees, no members or substitute members of the
p.002006: Arbitration commission of the university, no members of a supreme body of another university and none
p.002006: Members of staff responsible for university affairs
p.002006: Federal Ministry. Membership in more than one university council is not permitted.
p.002006: Business relationships between a member of the University Council and the university require the approval of
p.002006: the University Council, which may only be issued if there is no bias. Possible
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p.002006: (3) The tripartite proposal drawn up by the search committee is not binding.
p.002006: (4) When preparing the proposal in accordance with paragraph 2 no
p.002006: the Federal Equal Treatment Act.
p.002006: 2. actively searching for candidates for the post of the rector;
p.002006: 3. drawing up a shortlist for the election of the rector and forwarding it to the senate within no more than four
p.002006: months after the advertisement. The shortlist shall include the three candidates most suitable for the post;
p.002006: the search committee shall be entitled to include also candidates in the shortlist who did not apply, provided that
p.002006: they agree.
p.002006: (3) The shortlist of three candidates prepared by the search committee shall not be binding.
p.002006: (4) When drawing up the shortlist under para 2 subpara 3, regard shall be given to the principle of non-discrimination
p.002006: under the Federal Act on Equal Treatment in the Public Service.
p.002006: (5) The search committee decides unanimously. (5) The search
p.002006: committee shall resolve unanimously.
p.002006: (6) If the search committee within the meaning of para. 2 no. 3 is in default, the University Council has within four
p.002006: Weeks to make the replacement. The tripartite proposal made by the University Council as part of the replacement
p.002006: is not binding.
p.002006: (6) If the search committee is in delay in the meaning of para 2 subpara 3, the university council shall make the
p.002006: substitute performance within four weeks. The shortlist of three candidates drawn up by the university council as
p.002006: a result of the substitute performance shall not be binding.
p.002006: Reappointment of the Rector
p.002006: Reappointment of the Rector
p.002006: § 23b. (1) Give the acting rector to her before the job is advertised
p.002006: If you are interested in exercising the function for another term, you can place an order without
p.002006: Tenders will be issued if the Senate and the University Council each agree with a two-thirds majority. repeated
p.002006: Reappointments are permitted.
p.002006: (2) If the acting rector applies for the advertised position, it is
p.002006: or in any case include him in the search commission's proposal.
p.002006: § 23b. (1) If, prior to the advertisement of the post, the rector in office expresses her / his interest in serving in
p.002006: this function for another term, a re-appointment without advertising the post shall be permissible, if both the senate
p.002006: and the university council accept this with a two-thirds majority. Consecutive reappointments shall
p.002006: be permissible.
p.002006: (2) If the rector in office applies for the advertised post, he or she shall be included in the
p.002006: shortlist prepared by the search committee.
p.002006: Vice-Rectors
p.002006: Vice-Rector
p.002006: § 24. (1) The Rector determines the number and the level of employment of the
p.002006: Vice-Rectors. The Senate has the right to comment.
p.002006: § 24. (1) The rector shall determine the number and extent of employment of the vice-rectors. The senate shall be
p.002006: entitled to express an opinion thereon.
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p.002006: (2) The Vice Rectors are from the University Council on the recommendation of the Rector
p.002006: and, after hearing the Senate, to vote for a term of office that corresponds to that of the Rector.
p.002006: Reelection is permitted.
p.002006: (3) If the Rector leaves office before the end of the term of office or is at the time of the
p.002006: If a new rector is not elected at the end of the term, the function ends
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p.002006: (4) The Institute for Austrian History Research is in the performance agreement and in the
p.002006: Separate financial statements of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: (4) The Austrian Institute of Historical Research shall be accounted for separately in the performance
p.002006: agreement and the accounts of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Equality between women and men Gender
p.002006: Equality
p.002006: Duty of Career
p.002006: Advancement for women
p.002006: § 41. All organs of the university have to work towards that in all university work areas
p.002006: balanced number ratio between women and men working at the university. Achievement
p.002006: This goal is achieved through appropriate measures, in particular through the enactment and implementation of a
p.002006: Women's promotion plan to strive for.
p.002006: § 41. All university bodies shall make efforts to achieve a balanced representation of men and
p.002006: women at work in all areas of university activities. Appropriate action shall be taken to attain this goal,
p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
p.002006: Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The Senate has a working group for equal treatment issues at each university
p.002006: to establish whose job it is to discriminate against university organs based on gender
p.002006: as well as based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or sexual
p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
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p.002006: a place to study is not required. Is the intended study in Austria in the issuing state of
p.002006: If the certificate has not been set up, the study-specific admission requirements are in relation to a
p.002006: in the issuing state of the certificate, which is technically closest to the intended degree in Austria
p.002006: to complete related studies.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has an ordinance
p.002006: Specify groups of people whose school-leaving certificate is due to their special personal close relationships
p.002006: Austria or its activity on behalf of the Republic of Austria to determine the existence of the
p.002006: special university entrance qualification is considered to be issued in Austria (Ordinance on Groups of Persons). This
p.002006: Groups of people do not have to provide evidence in accordance with paragraph 2.
p.002006: Suitability for teacher training and professional studies at elementary education institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) In admission procedures for teacher training or professional studies
p.002006: Elementary education institutions are responsible for the vocational training and activity of
p.002006: Educators required performance-related, personal, professional and educational
p.002006: To review competencies. The determination of the professional suitability is based on those anchored in the curriculum
p.002006: to orientate subject-specific criteria.
p.002006: (2) The determination of suitability must take scientific criteria into account. About
p.002006: the job-specific requirements and
p.002006: Section 65. (1) In addition to possession of a general university entrance qualification, proof must be furnished on passing
p.002006: the supplementary examinations for certain study programs provided for in the University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Decree - UBVO 1998, Federal Law Gazette II No. 44/1998, as amended, otherwise they shall be taken as
p.002006: additional examinations (special university entrance qualification).
p.002006: (2) Beyond this, applicants who are not nationals of an EU or EEA country, as well as applicants to whom Austria is not
p.002006: obliged under other international treaties to accord the same rights to access to employment as Austrian citizens,
p.002006: shall furnish proof of fulfillment of any subject-specific admission requirements, including those for the right to
p.002006: direct admission to the studies in question in the country of issue of the certificate evidencing the general
p.002006: university entrance qualification. Proof that the applicant has got a study place shall not be required. If the studies
p.002006: applied for in Austria do not exist in the country of issue of the certificate, the subject-specific admission
p.002006: requirements must be fulfilled with regard to the studies in the country of issue which are most closely related to
p.002006: those applied for in Austria.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall designate, by decree, groups of persons whose
p.002006: secondary-school leaving certificates shall, on grounds of their close personal relationships with Austria or
p.002006: activities on behalf of Austria, be deemed to have been issued in Austria for purposes of ascertaining the special
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p.002006: 10,630 Management and administration / business and administration, general / economic sciences
p.002006: 10.630
p.002006: Pharmacy 1,370
p.002006: Pharmacology 1,370
p.002006: Journalism and Communication Science 1,530 Media and
p.002006: communication studies 1,530
p.002006: Law
p.002006: 4,300 Law
p.002006: 4,300
p.002006: * Exceptions are the studies at the University of Applied Arts Vienna and the University of Art
p.002006: and industrial design Linz and at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: ** Exceptions are studies for which access regulations according to § 124b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 21/2015 have passed and exist in accordance with Section 71c.
p.002006: (2) The distribution of the number of study places specified in Paragraph 1 among the individual universities is within the scope
p.002006: performance agreements.
p.002006: * exempt are degree programs at the University of Applied Art Vienna, the University of Art and Design Linz, and the
p.002006: Academy of Fine Art Vienna.
p.002006: ** exempt are degree programs for which admission regulations have been in place according to § 124b, as amended by
p.002006: F. L. G. I No 21/2015, or are already in place according to § 71c.
p.002006: (2) The distribution of the number of study places under para 1 among the universities shall be determined
p.002006: as part of the performance agreements.
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p.002006: (3) If a university has standardized data-based evidence, it can
p.002006: University in the distribution of the number of study places for new students for
p.002006: a field of study or study according to paragraphs 1 and 2 the infrastructure-related capacities or physical
p.002006: Places, the demand on the job market, research strength and the previous figures of the actual
p.002006: New students are taken into account. By considering
p.002006: University-specific factors may total the minimum number of offers to be offered throughout Austria in accordance with Paragraph 1
p.002006: be increased or decreased by up to 20%.
p.002006: (4) In the fields of study or studies covered by Paragraph 1, the rectorate of each university at which the relevant
p.002006: Degree is entitled to admission to this degree by regulation either
p.002006: through an admission procedure before admission or through the selection of students up to one semester at the longest
p.002006: to regulate after admission, with elements of an admission process in the sense of a multi-level design also with
p.002006: Elements of a selection process can be connected. Before setting the admission or
p.002006: Selection process by the Rectorate gives the Senate the opportunity to comment within
p.002006: to give six weeks. The decision by the rectorate has to be made by April 30th at the latest
p.002006: the following academic year.
p.002006: (5) In the jointly set up studies included in paragraph 1 according to
p.002006: Section 51 (2) no.27 are the rectorates of the participating universities and public teacher training colleges
p.002006: authorized to do so by ordinances of the same order or the responsible bodies of
p.002006: recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for the implementation of
p.002006: Universities of applied sciences and private universities are authorized to publish the same
p.002006: Agreements for admission to this degree either through an admission process prior to admission or
p.002006: through the selection of students up to a maximum of one semester after admission, with elements of one
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p.002006: (5) Students shall be permitted to have inspection of the assessment documents and the examination records,
p.002006: provided that they make such requests within six months of the announcement of examination results. The
p.002006: assessment documents shall also include the examination questions asked at the respective examination. Students shall
p.002006: be entitled to make photocopies of these documents. Multiple-choice questions including their answers shall be excluded
p.002006: from the right to make photocopies.
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p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Bachelor theses, diploma and master theses and dissertations Bachelor’s Papers, Diploma, Master’s
p.002006: and Doctoral Theses
p.002006: Bachelor theses
p.002006: Bachelor’s Papers
p.002006: § 80. (1) In the bachelor's program, there are one or more bachelor theses within the framework of courses
p.002006: drafted. More detailed provisions on Bachelor theses are to be laid down in the respective curriculum.
p.002006: (2) When dealing with the topic and supervising the students, the provisions of the
p.002006: Copyright Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 111/1936, to be observed in the current version.
p.002006: § 80. (1) One or more bachelor’s papers shall be prepared as part of bachelor’s programs. Detailed regulations for
p.002006: bachelor’s papers shall be established by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (2) In the treatment of the topic and the supervision of students, regard shall be given to the provisions of the
p.002006: Copyright Act, F.L.G. No 111/1936.
p.002006: Diploma and master theses
p.002006: Diploma and Master’s Theses
p.002006: Section 81. (1) A diploma or master's thesis must be written in the diploma or master's program. Especially
p.002006: Job-oriented studies with the exception of teacher training programs are permitted in the curriculum
p.002006: to provide other equivalent evidence instead of the diploma or master thesis. The drafting as
p.002006: Written exams are not permitted. More detailed provisions on supervision and assessment of diploma or
p.002006: Master's theses are in the statutes, more detailed provisions on the subject of the diploma or master's thesis are in the
p.002006: determine the respective curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The task of the diploma or master thesis is to be chosen so that for a student
p.002006: Students can complete and process the application within six months.
p.002006: (3) The joint processing of a topic by several students is permitted if the performance of the
p.002006: individual students can be assessed separately. Requires editing a topic to use the
p.002006: Funding or material resources from university facilities, the award is only permissible if the director
p.002006: Head of this facility has been informed about the intended award and not within a month
p.002006: because of a significant impairment of teaching and research.
p.002006: Section 81. (1) The preparation of diploma or master’s theses shall form part of diploma or master’s programs.
p.002006: In the case of studies with a particularly strong vocational orientation, except teacher training programs, it
p.002006: is permissible to provide for another equivalent means of demonstrating proficiency in place of the diploma or
p.002006: master’s thesis. This may not take the form of a written examination. Detailed regulations for the supervision and
p.002006: assessment of diploma and master’s theses shall be established by the statute, and those governing the
p.002006: topics by the respective curricula.
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p.002006: (4) The daily working hours of night workers may
p.002006: do not exceed an average of eight hours within a calculation period of 17 weeks.
p.002006: 5. “Night workers” means workers who work at least three hours during the night either regularly or, unless
p.002006: otherwise provided for by the collective contract, at least 48 nights per calendar year.
p.002006: (2a) The normal working week is 40 hours unless otherwise provided for by the collective contract.
p.002006: (3) Daily working time may not exceed 13 hours. Weekly working time may not exceed an average of 48 hours within a
p.002006: reference period of up to 17 weeks or 60 hours in single weeks within the reference period.
p.002006: (4) The daily working time of night workers may not exceed an average of eight hours within a reference period of 17
p.002006: weeks.
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p.002006: (5) If the total duration of the working time is more than six hours, the working time is due to a break from
p.002006: to interrupt for at least 30 minutes.
p.002006: (6) After the end of the daily working hours, the employees have an uninterrupted one
p.002006: Grant a rest period of at least eleven hours.
p.002006: (7) Within a period from Monday to Sunday inclusive, the employees
p.002006: to grant an uninterrupted rest period of 36 hours. The extent of the weekly rest period can be up
p.002006: 24 hours if the employee receives one within 14 days
p.002006: average weekly rest period of 36 hours is guaranteed.
p.002006: (7a) As far as operational requirements do not conflict, Sundays and public holidays (§ 7 para. 2
p.002006: and 3 of the Rest of Work Act).
p.002006: (8) Night workers are entitled to a day job at their request
p.002006: transfer if their health is proven to be impaired by night work and transfer to
p.002006: a job with daily work is possible for operational reasons.
p.002006: (9) Night workers are entitled to free examinations of their
p.002006: Health status before starting work and afterwards at regular intervals. These examinations are
p.002006: special investigations according to § 51 of the Workers Protection Act (ASchG), Federal Law Gazette No. 450/1994.
p.002006: (10) A collective contract can reduce the uninterrupted rest period in accordance with paragraph 6 to eight hours.
p.002006: Such reductions in the rest period are within the next two weeks by correspondingly extending another
p.002006: compensate for daily or weekly rest. Furthermore, the
p.002006: Calculation period for the weekly working time according to paragraph 3 up to twelve months and for the
p.002006: weekly rest period according to paragraph 7 can be extended to two months. Deviations due to collective agreement
p.002006: are only permitted if the employees concerned have equivalent rest periods
p.002006: be granted.
p.002006: (11) Unless the offense is subject to a more severe penalty according to other regulations, the employer is from
p.002006: punish the district administrative authority with a fine of 36 euros up to 1,500 euros if
p.002006: (5) If the total duration of hours of work amounts to more than six hours, working time shall be
p.002006: interrupted by a rest break of at least 30 minutes.
p.002006: (6) After daily working time, employees shall be given an uninterrupted rest period of at least 11 hours.
p.002006: (7) Employees shall be given an uninterrupted rest period of 36 hours within the period from Monday up to and including
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p.002006: Data in accordance with Section 9 (6) of the Education Documentation Act, Federal Law Gazette I No. 12/2002, in the currently applicable version,
p.002006: record and process anonymized and aggregated for statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (3) To ensure the implementation of the measures in accordance with Section 12a (4) in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I no.
p.002006: 8/2018 and to carry out a comprehensive personal monitoring to prevent
p.002006: The universities have dropped out and increased study progress
p.002006: 1. Data-related evidence on the social dimension in teaching and on the involvement of under-represented groups
p.002006: into higher education in accordance with Section 13 (2) 1 lit. g in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018
p.002006: or to use existing surveys in this area and with
p.002006: § 141. (1) From the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021, the Federal Minister shall, in cooperation with the
p.002006: Federal Minister of Finance, monitor the effects of the budgeting of the universities on the basis of
p.002006: Sections 12, 12a, and 13 as amended by F. L. G. I No 8/2018. The evaluation shall, in particular, include the
p.002006: university's performance in teaching as well as in research or the advancement and appreciation of the arts agreed
p.002006: on in the performance agreement, based on the indicators “Number of students actively taking examinations
p.002006: amounting to at least 16 ECTS credits or successfully passed examinations comprising 8 semester hours in bachelor's,
p.002006: diploma and master's degree programs weighted according to the groups of disciplines ”as well as“ Staff in selected
p.002006: job groups by group of disciplines in full-time equivalents ”, as well as the practical implementation of the measures
p.002006: in case of non-fulfillment of the performance agreement.
p.002006: (2) Within the framework of admission and selection procedures, it shall be permissible for the
p.002006: universities to collect data according to § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 12/2002, as amended, on the applicants or examinees, respectively, and to process these data in anonymous and
p.002006: aggregated format for statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (3) In order to ensure that the measures according to § 12a para 4, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 8/2018, are implemented and a comprehensive personal monitoring for the prevention of drop-outs and an
p.002006: increase of the study progress is carried out, the universities shall
p.002006: 1. keep data-related records on the social dimension in teaching as well as on the inclusion of underrepresented groups
p.002006: in higher education according to
p.002006: § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 8/2018, and make use of existing
p.002006: surveys in this field to
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p.002006: 2. Data on the students and their progress according to § 3 of the Education Documentation Act in
p.002006: to link the currently applicable version
p.002006: and thus document the quantitative developments of these aspects and make them verifiable. To this
p.002006: The purpose is to give the universities in particular access to those personal data that are based on § 9
p.002006: Section.
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p.002006: (3) The organizational unit mentioned in paragraph 2 is in the service agreement and in
p.002006: To show the accounts separately.
p.002006: employed for such purposes it may be awarded the title of “veterinary teaching institute”.
p.002006: (2) An organizational unit entitled “Research Institute of Wildlife Ecology” shall be established at the
p.002006: University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna.
p.002006: (3) The organizational unit named in para 2 shall be separately presented in the performance agreement and financial
p.002006: statements.
p.002006: 5th subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 5
p.002006: Special Provisions for Catholic and Evangelical Theology Special Provisions for
p.002006: Catholic and Protestant Theology
p.002006: § 38. (1) The universities, whose scope also extends to studies of Catholic theology
p.002006: have in the design of their internal organization and study regulations as well as in ensuring
p.002006: of the teaching and research operation the concordat between the Holy See and the Republic of Austria,
p.002006: BGBl. II No. 2/1934, to be observed. The obligation to obtain consent in accordance with Art. V § 3 and to
p.002006: the Rector is responsible for any removal from the exercise of the teaching license pursuant to Art. V § 4.
p.002006: (2) The university, whose scope also extends to studies of Protestant theology,
p.002006: has in designing their internal organization and study regulations as well as ensuring
p.002006: of the teaching and research company § 15 of the Federal Law on External Legal Relationships of the Evangelical Church, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 182/1961. The obligation, according to § 15 para. 4 of the Federal Act on External
p.002006: Legal relationships of the Evangelical Church before the selection from the proposed occupation with the
p.002006: The Rector is responsible for contacting the Evangelical Church.
p.002006: § 38. (1) Universities whose activities include the teaching of Catholic theology shall, in the design of their
p.002006: internal organization and study regulations, and in securing such teaching and research, observe the Concordat
p.002006: between the Holy See and the Republic of Austria, Federal Law Gazette II No. 2/1934. The rector shall be responsible
p.002006: for seeking Church approval of appointments under Art V § 3 and for withdrawing authorizations to teach under Art V §
p.002006: 4th
p.002006: (2) Universities whose activities include the teaching of Protestant theology shall, in the design of
p.002006: their internal organization and study regulations, and in securing such teaching and research, observe § 15 of
p.002006: the Legal Relations with the Protestant Church Act, F.L.G. No 182/1961. The rector shall be responsible for
p.002006: fulfilling the obligation according to § 15 para 4 of the Legal Relations with the Protestant Church Act
p.002006: to consult the Protestant Church prior to the selection of shortlisted candidates for appointments.
p.002006: 6. subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 6
p.002006: Special provisions for the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna Special Provisions for the Academy of
p.002006: Fine Arts Vienna
p.002006: Gemäldegalerie and Kupferstichkabinett Art Gallery and
p.002006: Collection of copperplate engravings
p.002006: § 39. (1) The following organizational units are to be set up at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna:
p.002006: § 39. (1) The following organizational units shall be established at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna:
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p.002006: 1. the "picture gallery of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna", which includes a glyptotheque;
p.002006: 1. the Art Gallery of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, which incorporates a collection of glyptic art;
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p.002006: government contract to university employment, in respect of advances on salaries or of damages under the Liability of
p.002006: Public Bodies ’Act, F.L.G. No 20/1949, the Public Officers Liability Act, F.L.G. No 18/1967 or the Employees
p.002006: Liability Act, F.L.G. No 80/1965, as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect, shall be
p.002006: assigned to the university concerned upon the commencement of employment, and the amounts in question refunded by
p.002006: it to the Federal Government.
p.002006: Transfer of Rented and
p.002006: Rent-Free Tied Accommodation
p.002006: Section 131. Officials who switch to an employment relationship with the university and contract agents who
p.002006: are transferred to an employment relationship with the university with regard to the use of
p.002006: Treat official or natural flats as if they were federal employees. This will not
p.002006: Existence relationship based on the apartment, the provisions of
p.002006: Section 80 of the Civil Service Law 1979, BGBl. No. 333, and Sections 24a to 24c of the Salary Act 1956, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 54 continue to apply accordingly. The rights of the employer within the meaning of § 80 of the
p.002006: The Federal Minister of Civil Service Law 1979.
p.002006: § 131. With regard to rented and rent-free tied accommodation, civil servants and government contractual employees
p.002006: transferring to university employment shall be treated as though they remained federal employees. This shall not result
p.002006: in any sitting tenant’s rights to continued occupation of the accommodation; the provisions of Section 80 of the Civil
p.002006: Service Code 1979, F.L.G. No 333, and §§ 24a to 24c of the Salaries Act 1956, F.L.G. No 54, shall continue to apply
p.002006: by extension. The Federal Minister shall be responsible for exercising the employer’s rights according to § 80 of the
p.002006: Civil Service Code 1979.
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p.002006: Scientific (artistic) staff (in training)
p.002006: Section 132. (1) With regard to the legal position of scientific (artistic) staff
p.002006: and employees (in training) (Section 6 of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and
p.002006: artistic activities at universities and universities of the arts, Federal Law Gazette No. 463/1974), which took place the day before
p.002006: full effect of this federal law at the university in a training relationship with the federal government
p.002006: no change occurs after the cut-off date. From the reporting date, they are considered to be the university or the
p.002006: Medical university assigned to the successor institution of the university or the medical faculty
p.002006: whose tasks they have mainly done. The university enters into the federal training obligation
p.002006: on. The legal relationship ends from the in § 6e of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific
p.002006: and artistic activities at universities and universities of the arts
p.002006: Admission to an employment relationship with a university or a medical university.
p.002006: (2) Sections 6 to 6g and 7 of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and
p.002006: artistic activities at universities and universities of the arts, Federal Law Gazette No. 463/1974, are on the
p.002006: continue to apply until the end of their training relationship.
p.002006: Junior Scientific and Artistic Staff
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p.002006: (39) § 21 para 11, as amended by Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the term of office of
p.002006: university councils beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (40) § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit k, l and m, § 54 para 6d and § 64 para 6 shall expire as of 31 December
p.002006: , 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 and shall
p.002006: expire as of December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the ramifications of the orientation period in
p.002006: collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the results of the evaluation to the National Council
p.002006: by December 2020 at the latest.
p.002006: (42) Chapter 3a of Part II including the heading (§§ 71a to 71d including the headings) shall enter into force on 1
p.002006: January 2016 and shall become invalid as of 31 December 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the
p.002006: ramifications of the admission regulations in collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the
p.002006: results of the evaluation to the National Council by December 2020 at the latest. The focus of the evaluation shall be
p.002006: the composition of applicants, students and those persons who have registered for an admission procedure or
p.002006: selection procedure, but did not sit the examination, in terms of social and cultural background as well as gender
p.002006: and nationality. It shall be permissible to collect data on the applicants 'or examinees' employment
p.002006: status and the level of education of their parents as well as the latter's occupation and occupational status in
p.002006: the meaning of
p.002006: § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, F. L. G. I No. 12/2002, and to
p.002006: 202 of 205
p.002006: Education Documentation Act, Federal Law Gazette I No. 12/2002, to be recorded and anonymized and aggregated for
p.002006: process statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (43) For the change in the curricula of studies by § 14h in the version of the Federal Law BGBl I No. 52/2013
p.002006: is included until October 1, 2016
p.002006: Section 54 (5) last sentence does not apply.
p.002006: (44) Changes to the curricula, which are based on Section 66 in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I no.
p.002006: 131/2015 are required at the latest
p.002006: Announced on June 30, 2017.
p.002006: (45) The ordinance of the Federal Government on the stipulation of a number of study places for new students
p.002006: and freshmen and about the authorization to rectorates to determine a qualitative
p.002006: Admission procedure, Federal Law Gazette II No. 133/2010, will expire on December 31, 2015.
p.002006: (46) Section 71b (7) 3 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 applies with the proviso that for the
p.002006: Admission to study until the winter semester 2019/2020, the provision of the examination material on the homepage
p.002006: the university or in another suitable form.
p.002006: (47) The provisions of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 also apply
p.002006: Effective October 1, 2017. Section 110 (1) in the version of the Federal Law BGB. I No. 129/2017 occurs at the end of 31
p.002006: December 2021 expires. Ordinances based on Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 can already be applied from his
p.002006: Announcement to be issued the following day. These regulations are at the same time as the
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p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: Management and internal structure of the University University Governance and
p.002006: Internal structures
p.002006: 1. subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 1
p.002006: Provisions Applicable to All Universities
p.002006: all universities
p.002006: statute
p.002006: statute
p.002006: § 19. (1) Each university issues the necessary regulations by ordinance (statutes)
p.002006: under the laws and regulations
p.002006: § 19. (1) Every university shall, within the limits of the law and decrees, itself enact by decree (statute) the rules
p.002006: of procedure necessary for its governance. The
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p.002006: itself. The statute is to be adopted and approved by the Senate on a proposal from the rectorate by a simple majority
p.002006: to change.
p.002006: statute shall be proposed by the rector for approval by the senate, and shall require a simple majority for its
p.002006: adoption and amendment.
p.002006: (2) The articles of association must regulate the following matters in particular: (2) The statute shall, in
p.002006: particular, contain arrangements governing:
p.002006: 1. Election rules for the election of the members of the University Council, the Senate and other organs;
p.002006: 2. Establishment of a person responsible for the implementation of the study law provisions
p.002006: monocratic body and establishment of framework conditions for a possible delegation of tasks;
p.002006: 3. general guidelines for the conduct, publication and implementation of evaluations;
p.002006: 4. Study law provisions in accordance with Part II of this Federal Act;
p.002006: 5. Composition of the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues (Section 42 Paragraph 2);
p.002006: 1. rules for the election of the university council, senate and other governing bodies;
p.002006: 2. appointment of an officer to administrate matters concerning the enforcement of study law, and
p.002006: specification of frame conditions for a possible delegation of tasks;
p.002006: 3. general guidelines for the conduct and publication of evaluations, and the implementation of their findings;
p.002006: 4. provisions of study law in accordance with Part II of this Act;
p.002006: 5. composition of the working group on equal opportunities (§ 42 para 2);
p.002006: 6. Plan for the Promotion of Women and Equal Opportunities (Section 20b); 6. career
p.002006: advancement plan for women and equal opportunities plan (§ 20b);
p.002006: 7. Establishment of an organizational unit to coordinate the tasks of equality, the advancement of women and
p.002006: gender studies;
p.002006: 7. establishment of an organizational unit responsible for the co-ordination of activities relating to equal
p.002006: opportunities, the advancement of women and gender research;
p.002006: 8. guidelines for academic honors; 8th.
p.002006: guidelines for academic honors;
p.002006: 9. Type and extent of involvement of the graduates of the university.
p.002006: (2a) The articles of association contain provisions regarding measures in the event of plagiarism or other pretenses by
p.002006: scientific or artistic achievements especially in the context of written seminar
p.002006: and examination papers, bachelor theses as well as scientific and artistic works.
p.002006: In addition, the Rectorate can exclude students from their studies for a maximum of two
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p.002006: Supplementary examination requires knowledge of the German language at the time of application for the study at least in the
p.002006: Extent of level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (GeR) of the Council of Europe. As
p.002006: Proof of this knowledge of the German language applies to generally recognized language diplomas,
p.002006: which are to be determined by ordinance of the rectorate. The language diploma must show that the owner
p.002006: or the holder of knowledge of the German language at least at level A2 of the Common European
p.002006: Reference frame for languages. The language diploma must not be older than two years at the time of submission.
p.002006: This regulation does not apply to artistic studies if, by regulation of the rectorate, the implementation of the
p.002006: (9) Taking examinations for a program of study at a university or university college of teacher education other than
p.002006: that to which a student has been admitted is only permissible if:
p.002006: 1. the home curriculum, or the curriculum of a program of study offered jointly with another university or
p.002006: university college of teacher education makes provisions therefore; or
p.002006: 2. the officer responsible for study matters approves sitting of the examination at the other university or university
p.002006: college of teacher education because it cannot be taken at the university or, in the case of jointly offered degree
p.002006: programs, the universities university colleges of teacher education in question.
p.002006: (10) Persons whose first language is not the language in which the study program is held shall provide
p.002006: proof of their knowledge of the language as required for the successful continuation of studies, in particular by
p.002006: submitting a secondary school leaving certificate obtained as a result of tuition received in the required
p.002006: language. The rectorate may, by decree, determine further documentary evidence for the required language proficiency.
p.002006: (10a) In case that proof of knowledge of the German language cannot be furnished, the rectorate shall
p.002006: prescribe a supplementary examination to be taken prior to admission. In artistic study programs the supplementary
p.002006: examination does not have to be taken prior to admission if other arrangements according to para 11 have been laid down
p.002006: in the curriculum.
p.002006: (10b) The supplementary examination providing proof of the knowledge of the German language shall be part of a
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p.002006: (4) The teachers of courses shall be responsible for the assessment of the internships in the framework of
p.002006: the pedagogic-practical studies on the basis of the written performance description of the practice instructor. If the
p.002006: written performance
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p.002006: Performance description of the practice teacher. Performs the written
p.002006: Performance description likely to result in a negative assessment, the student has the right to
p.002006: to submit a written opinion.
p.002006: description is likely to lead to a negative assessment, the student shall have the opportunity to express
p.002006: an opinion in writing.
p.002006: Cancellation of judgments
p.002006: Annulations of assessments
p.002006: § 73. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has the assessment void by decision
p.002006: to explain if
p.002006: 1. registration for this exam was made difficult during an exam or
p.002006: 2. in the case of an examination or a scientific or artistic work, the assessment, in particular by
p.002006: the use of unauthorized aids has been made.
p.002006: (2) The test, the evaluation of which has been declared invalid, is based on the total number of repetitions
p.002006: to be counted.
p.002006: (3) Exams that are taken outside the scope of a continuation report
p.002006: and assessments of scientific and artistic work outside the
p.002006: The scope of a continuation report are absolutely void. An offset against the
p.002006: The total number of repetitions does not take place.
p.002006: § 73. (1) The assessment shall be annulled by an official notification of the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters if
p.002006: 1. in the case of an examination, the latter was registered for under false pretences;
p.002006: 2. in the case of an examination, academic thesis and artistic submission, the assessment was obtained by fraudulent
p.002006: means, in particular by the use of unauthorized aids.
p.002006: (2) An examination, the result of which is annulled, shall count towards the number of repetitions.
p.002006: (3) The results of examinations taken outside the registered continuation period for studies, and the assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions awarded outside the registered continuation period shall be null and
p.002006: void. Such results or assessments shall not count towards the number of repetitions.
p.002006: Testimonies
p.002006: Certificates
p.002006: Section 74. (1) The assessment of exams and scientific and artistic work is
p.002006: to be certified by a certificate. General certificates are permitted.
p.002006: (2) The certificates are to be determined by the Senate and must in any case contain the following information:
p.002006: § 74. (1) The results of examinations and assessments of academic theses and artistic submissions shall be evidenced by
p.002006: certificates. Consolidated certificates may be issued.
p.002006: (2) The certificates awarded shall be determined by the senate, and shall, as a minimum, contain the following
p.002006: information:
p.002006: 1. the issuing university and the title of the certificate; 1. the awarding
p.002006: university and the designation of the certificate;
p.002006: 2. the matriculation number;
p.002006: 2. the matriculation number;
p.002006: 3. the family name and first names; 3. the
p.002006: surname and first names;
p.002006: 4. the date of birth;
p.002006: 4. the date of birth;
p.002006: 5. the name of the course; 5th
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p.002006: The chairperson of the
p.002006: Examination board, certificates of degrees have that for the study law
p.002006: Issue competent body.
p.002006: (4) The certificates are to be sent immediately, but at the latest within four weeks after the delivery of the to
p.002006: issuing assessing performance. To support international student mobility
p.002006: the connection of a foreign language translation is permitted, the name of the university and the issuing institution
p.002006: Organs are not translatable.
p.002006: (5) The issuing of certificates by means of automated data processing is permitted. If
p.002006: If there is no hand-made production, certification is only required for final certificates.
p.002006: (6) The university has one or a foreign student from the second academic year on request
p.002006: to provide the student with proof of academic success, provided that he or she
p.002006: previous examinations, examinations with a positive assessment of at least 16 ECTS credit points
p.002006: or has completed 8 semester hours per week.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed studies in accordance with Section 58 (11) are included in the final certificate
p.002006: to be marked by a reference to the requirements modified with the notification.
p.002006: (3) Certificates of examinations held before one examiner shall be issued by the latter, those of assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions by the assessor, and those of examinations held before senates by the
p.002006: chairperson of the examination senate. Graduation certificates shall be issued by the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters.
p.002006: (4) Certificates shall be issued without delay, and within four weeks of performance of the work assessed at
p.002006: the latest. In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
p.002006: (5) The issue of certificates by means of electronic data processing is permissible. In the absence of a
p.002006: handwritten signature, attestation is only necessary in the case of graduation certificates.
p.002006: (6) Universities shall, on application of a foreign student, issue him / her a certificate of successful
p.002006: course completion from the second year of study onwards, if he / she has passed examinations equivalent to at least 16
p.002006: ECTS credits or 8 semester hours.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed study programs according to § 58 para 11 shall be specified in the graduation certificate
p.002006: by a reference to the requirements modified by official notification.
p.002006: 4a. section
p.002006: Chapter 4a
p.002006: Admission and supplementary exams, courses and exams
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations, Courses and Examinations
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Exams Admission and
p.002006: Supplementary examinations
p.002006: Section 75. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has technically suitable examiners
p.002006: or to use examiners for the admission and supplementary exams
p.002006: determine and
p.002006: § 75. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall appoint academically qualified examiners for the
p.002006: admission and supplementary examinations; these persons shall determine the method of examination, and
p.002006: determine whether the examination is to be heard by a single examiner or an examination board.
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p.002006: to determine whether this is to be taken as an individual examination or as a committee examination.
p.002006: (2) Becomes a university course in preparation for a supplementary exam
p.002006: established, its positive completion counts as a supplementary examination.
p.002006: (2) If a university further education course is held to prepare students for a supplementary examination,
p.002006: its successful completion shall be deemed equivalent to such examination.
p.002006: (3) Admission tests can be repeated indefinitely. (3) Admission
p.002006: examinations may be repeated without limitation.
p.002006: Courses and exams
p.002006: Courses and examinations
p.002006: § 76. (1) A list of courses is to be given at least once a year
p.002006: publish what information about the title, the type, the time and the place of the holding
p.002006: Includes courses.
p.002006: (2) The heads of the lectures have the students in before each semester
p.002006: suitably about the goals, the contents and the methods of their courses as well as about the contents that
p.002006: Methods, the assessment criteria and the assessment standards of the
p.002006: Inform course exams.
p.002006: (3) Courses can include distance learning elements and
p.002006: electronic learning environments are offered. Suitable learning materials must be provided. The
p.002006: Before the start of the course, students are informed about the concept of the course and the content,
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p.002006: circumstances for which the student is not responsible.
p.002006: (5) Setting of deadlines for repetitions of examinations and making them conditional on taking course
p.002006: examinations is impermissible.
p.002006: Recognition of exams
p.002006: Recognition of examinations
p.002006: Section 78. (1) Upon application by the ordinary student, exams are assessed as positive, provided that they pass the
p.002006: the examinations prescribed in the curriculum are equivalent, from for study law matters
p.002006: to approve the responsible body if it
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution,
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institution, the access to which is general university entrance qualification
p.002006: requires
p.002006: 3. at a vocational high school in those required for future employment
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 4. at a higher institute for teacher and educator training in the necessary for future professional activity
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 5. in general higher education schools with special attention to the arts
p.002006: or athletic training in artistic and artistic-scientific as well as athletic and
p.002006: sporty-scientific subjects, or
p.002006: § 78. (1) On application of the degree student concerned, examinations passed by students shall be recognized by the
p.002006: officer responsible for study matters by official notification, provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed
p.002006: by the curriculum, if taken
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institutions for which an admission requirement is the
p.002006: general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 3. at a higher vocational schools, in those subjects which are required for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 4. at a school for the training of teachers and non-teaching supervisory staff, in those subjects which are required
p.002006: for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 5. at academic secondary schools with a particular emphasis on music or sports education, in artistic and
p.002006: artistic-scientific subjects as well as in sportive and sportive-scientific subjects; or
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p.002006: 6. at Austrian conservatoires with public law 6. at Austrian public
p.002006: conservatories.
p.002006: were filed. Those at a domestic post-secondary educational institution or at a recognized
p.002006: Post-secondary educational institution of an EU or EEA state for a subject passed exams are for
p.002006: the same subject in the further study of the same course at another domestic university in any case
p.002006: to be recognized if the ECTS credit points are the same or differ only slightly. Such recognitions
p.002006: can generally be specified in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The recognition of examinations contrary to the provisions of
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p.002006: should be recognized, or
p.002006: 5. before the completion of the aptitude test for the teaching degree for which the examination
p.002006: should be recognized
p.002006: were filed.
p.002006: (9) At the request of the extraordinary student, exams that have been assessed positively are to be taken on a
p.002006: Educational institution in accordance with para. 1 were filed by the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organically recognized organ, insofar as it complies with the curriculum of the university course
p.002006: prescribed tests are equivalent.
p.002006: (10) In deviation from § 73 AVG, applications for recognition are to be submitted no later than two months after receipt of the application
p.002006: to decide by decision.
p.002006: 2. prior to passing the secondary-school leaving examination or university entrance qualification examination;
p.002006: 3. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of physical fitness, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: 4. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of artistic aptitude, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: 5. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of physical fitness, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: (9) On application of the non-degree seeking student concerned, examinations passed by students at an educational
p.002006: institution under para 1 shall be recognized by the officer responsible for study matters by official notification,
p.002006: provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed by the curriculum of the further education course.
p.002006: (10) Notwithstanding Section 73 General Administrative Procedure Act, official notifications for the recognition of
p.002006: examinations must be issued within two months of receipt of the applications.
p.002006: Legal protection for exams Legal Protection
p.002006: in respect of examinations
p.002006: Section 79. (1) No appeal is permitted against the assessment of an examination. If performing a negative
p.002006: assessed exam has a serious deficiency, that has for the study law matters
p.002006: competent body to revoke this examination upon request of the student with notice. The or the
p.002006: Students must submit the application within two weeks of the announcement of the assessment
p.002006: and the serious lack credible
p.002006: Section 79. (1) Appeals against the academic judgment of examiners shall be impermissible. If the manner in
p.002006: which an examination resulting in a negative assessment is conducted exhibits severe defects, the officer
p.002006: responsible for study matters shall, by official notification, annul the examination on application of the student.
p.002006: The student must make the application within two weeks of announcement
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p.002006: do. The start of the exam, which has been revoked, is not on the allowed number of
p.002006: Exam starts count.
p.002006: (2) Oral exams are open to the public. The examiner or the chairperson of a
p.002006: Examination board is entitled to admission if necessary on a spatial basis
p.002006: to limit the corresponding number of people. In the case of commissional oral examinations, each member has
p.002006: to be present to the Examination Board during the entire examination period. The result of an oral exam
p.002006: must be announced to the student immediately after the examination. If the test is judged to be negative
p.002006: explain the reasons for this to the student.
p.002006: (3) If the assessment documents (in particular expert opinions, corrections of written tests and
p.002006: Examination papers) are not given to the students, it must be ensured that they are at least six
p.002006: Months from the announcement of the assessment.
p.002006: (4) The examiner or the chairperson of an examination committee has for the
p.002006: to ensure the orderly course of the examination and to keep the examination protocol. In the log are the
p.002006: Subject of the examination, the place and time of the examination, the names of the examiners or the names of the
p.002006: Members of the Examination Board, the names of the student, the questions asked, the questions asked
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p.002006: Provisions regarding supervision and assessment of dissertations and artistic dissertations are in the statutes,
p.002006: More detailed provisions on the topic of the dissertation or artistic dissertation can be found in the respective curriculum
p.002006: set.
p.002006: (2) Section 80 (2) and Section 81 (3) also apply to dissertations and artistic dissertations.
p.002006: § 83. (1) The preparation of a doctoral thesis or an artistic doctoral thesis shall form part of doctoral
p.002006: program. Detailed regulations for the supervision and assessment of doctoral theses and artistic doctoral
p.002006: these shall be established by the statute, and those governing the topics by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (2) § 80 para 2 and § 81 para 3 shall also apply to doctoral theses and artistic doctoral theses.
p.002006: Inspection of the assessment documents
p.002006: Inspection of assessment documents
p.002006: § 84. (1) If the assessment documents (in particular expert opinions and corrections) fail the students
p.002006: are handed over, the body responsible for study law matters must ensure that
p.002006: these are kept for at least six months from the announcement of the assessment.
p.002006: (2) The student must be given access to the assessment documents if he or she does so
p.002006: requested six months after the announcement of the assessment. The student is entitled to these documents
p.002006: to reproduce.
p.002006: § 84. (1) If the assessment documents (in particular, examiners ’reports on, and corrected papers) are not surrendered
p.002006: to the student, the officer responsible for study matters shall take steps to ensur e that they are held in safekeeping
p.002006: for at least six months after notification of the result.
p.002006: (2) Students shall be permitted to inspect the assessment documents provided that they make such requests within six
p.002006: months of notification of the results. Students shall be entitled to make photocopies of these documents.
p.002006: Recognition of academic and artistic works Recognition of Academic
p.002006: Theses and Artistic Submissions
p.002006: Section 85. (1) The recognition of scientific and artistic works is without prejudice to paragraph 2
p.002006: inadmissible.
p.002006: (2) Academic and artistic work assessed positively, the students in a course of study
p.002006: have written that they can no longer successfully complete for legal reasons are at the request of
p.002006: Students from the body responsible for study law matters
p.002006: § 85. (1) The recognition of academic theses and artistic submissions shall be permissible, notwithstanding para 2.
p.002006: (2) Accepted academic theses or artistic submissions that students have submitted as part of a program that
p.002006: they are unable to complete on legal grounds shall be recognized by official notification by the officer
p.002006: responsible for study matters on application of the degree student concerned, provided that they meet the
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p.002006: to be recognized on an official basis if they are recognized in the curriculum of the course for which the work is recognized
p.002006: should meet the specified requirements of a scientific or artistic work. The
p.002006: Recognition of such work for more than one degree is not permitted.
p.002006: requirements of an academic thesis or artistic submission prescribed shall be recognized in the curriculum
p.002006: of the program for which the academic thesis or artistic submission shall be recognized. The
p.002006: recognition of such theses or submissions for more than one programs shall not be permissible.
p.002006: publication requirement
p.002006: Duty of publication
p.002006: § 86. (1) The graduate has one each before the award of the academic degree
p.002006: complete copy of the positively assessed scientific or artistic work or the
p.002006: Documentation of the artistic work by handing it over to the library of the university, where the academic
p.002006: Degree is awarded to publish. For this transfer, the statutes can stipulate that this
p.002006: must be done exclusively in electronic form. Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate
p.002006: that the publication must take place electronically in a publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (2) The positively assessed dissertation or artistic dissertation or the documentation of the artistic
p.002006: The dissertation must also be published by handing it over to the Austrian National Library. For this
p.002006: Handover can be stipulated in the statutes that this must be done exclusively in electronic form.
p.002006: Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate that the publication electronically in a
p.002006: publicly accessible repository.
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p.002006: competent body in matters of study law, if the student
p.002006: demonstrates that important legal or economic interests of the student are at risk.
p.002006: § 86. (1) Before the award of the degree, a graduate shall publish one complete copy of the accepted academic thesis or
p.002006: artistic submission or the documentation of the artistic submission by lodging it with the library of the
p.002006: university where the degree is awarded. The statutes can stipulate that this submission shall be done only
p.002006: Electronically. Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate that the publication shall be done electronically in a
p.002006: publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (2) An accepted doctoral thesis or artistic doctoral thesis or the documentation of the artistic doctoral thesis
p.002006: shall also be published by lodging a copy with the Austrian National Library. The statutes can stipulate that
p.002006: this submission shall be done only electronically. Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate that the publication shall be
p.002006: done electronically in a publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (3) Academic theses or artistic submissions or related components thereof that are not capable of reproduction shall be
p.002006: exempt from the duty of publication.
p.002006: (4) On lodging an academic thesis or artistic submission or the documentation of the artistic submission with a
p.002006: library, the author shall be entitled to apply for access to the copies deposited therewith to be withheld for a
p.002006: maximum of five years from the time of delivery. The officer responsible for study matters shall allow such
p.002006: applications, if the student establishes that his / her legal or business interests would be materially endangered by
p.002006: permitting access.
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p.002006: Section 6
p.002006: Chapter 6
p.002006: Academic Grade Academic
p.002006: Degrees
p.002006: Awarding of the academic degree or the academic title Award of the Academic Degree
p.002006: or the Academic Designation
p.002006: § 87. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of the
p.002006: ordinary studies, with the exception of the extension studies, after the positive assessment of all in the
p.002006: according to the respective curriculum and in the diploma, master and doctoral studies
p.002006: the delivery of the positively assessed scientific or artistic work or the documentation of the
p.002006: artistic work, the specified academic degree by written notice immediately, however
p.002006: to be granted ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (2) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of
p.002006: University courses after the positive assessment of all examinations and prescribed in the respective curriculum
p.002006: after delivery of the final written work provided for in the curriculum
p.002006: the master's degree or the academic name specified by a written notification immediately,
p.002006: however, to be awarded ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (3) To support the international mobility of graduates, the award notice is
p.002006: to include an English language translation, naming the university and the issuing body
p.002006: as well as the academic degree or academic title are not to be translated. The
p.002006: Award notice must in any case contain the following information:
p.002006: § 87. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later
p.002006: than one month after fulfillment of all requirements, issue to graduates of degree programs, except extension
p.002006: programs, an official notification of the award of the designated academic degree upon successful
p.002006: completion of all examinations prescribed by the curriculum and acceptance of the academic thesis or artistic
p.002006: submission or the documentation of the artistic submission required by the diploma, master or doctoral program in
p.002006: question.
p.002006: (2) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later than one
p.002006: month after fulfillment of all requirements, issue to persons who have successfully completed a university
p.002006: further education course, including all the examinations and the possible final thesis prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum, an official notification of the award of the designated Master’s degree or academic designation.
p.002006: (3) In order to promote international mobility of graduates, an English translation shall be added to the
p.002006: awarding document, without translating the name of the university and of the issuing body as well as the academic
p.002006: degree or the academic designation. The notification of award shall, as a minimum, contain the following information:
p.002006: 1. the family name and first names, if necessary the birth name, 1. surname, first names and
p.002006: maiden name if different;
p.002006: 2. the date of birth and nationality, 2. date of
p.002006: birth and nationality;
p.002006: 3. the completed degree, 3.
p.002006: programs of study completed;
p.002006: 4. the academic degree or academic title awarded. 4. academic degree or academic
p.002006: designation awarded.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for an academic degree with the same wording are met more than once, then
p.002006: the same academic degree must also be awarded several times.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for the award of an academic degree with the same wording have been fulfilled
p.002006: more than once, the same academic degree shall be awarded more than once.
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p.002006: (5) If an ordinary course of study is completed on the basis of a joint study program,
p.002006: at least with a course of up to 120 ECTS credits
p.002006: 30 ECTS credit points, with a study scope of more than 120 ECTS credit points at least in each case
p.002006: 60 ECTS credit points have been earned under the responsibility of a partner institution, it is permissible, in addition
p.002006: to award the academic degree, a joint certificate with this partner institution or these
p.002006: Issue partner institutions.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly established studies in accordance with §54e, this applies to matters relating to study law
p.002006: competent body of the admitting educational institution to award the academic degree, the
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the implementation of the course must be identified.
p.002006: (5) If a student successfully completes a joint diploma program comprising up to 120 ECTS credits of which at least
p.002006: 30 were obtained under the auspices of a partner institution, or more than 120 ECTS credits of which at least 60 were
p.002006: obtained under the auspices of a foreign partner institution, a document may be issued jointly with the partner
p.002006: institution or partner institutions in addition to the award of the academic degree.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly offered study programs according to § 54e, the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters at the educational institution which has admitted the student shall award the academic degree. The
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the study programs shall be specified in the document.
p.002006: (7) To support the international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: an attachment (diploma supplement) to the award notice in accordance with Article IX.3 of the Convention
p.002006: the recognition of qualifications in higher education in the European region, Federal Law Gazette III No. 71/1999,
p.002006: to join. The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has
p.002006: a regulation stipulates the form in which the diploma supplement is to be issued.
p.002006: Academic degree and academic title for the graduates of university courses
p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curricula of university courses, those in the respective subject may be international
p.002006: customary master's degrees to be set for the graduates of those university courses
p.002006: are to be lent, their access conditions, scope and requirements with access conditions,
p.002006: The scope and requirements of corresponding foreign master's programs are comparable.
p.002006: (2) If paragraph 1 does not apply, the academic name "Akademische ..." or
p.002006: "Academic ..." with an addition that characterizes the content of the respective university course
p.002006: be determined, which is to be awarded to the graduates of those university courses that at least
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p.002006: to demand.
p.002006: (2) "Mag.", "Dr." and "Dipl.-Ing." ("DI") are to be put in front of the name in the case of the tour, the
p.002006: other academic degrees are to be added to the name.
p.002006: Revocation of domestic academic degrees or academic titles
p.002006: § 89. The award notice is from the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organ to withdraw and move in if it subsequently emerges that the academic degree or the academic
p.002006: Designation in particular through fake certificates or by faking scientific
p.002006: or artistic achievements have been sneaked up.
p.002006: § 88. (1) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: educational institution shall be entitled to use this degree in the form set down in the document of award, also
p.002006: abbreviated, and the academic degree may be used with a gender-inclusive suffix.
p.002006: (1a) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic post-secondary educational
p.002006: institution or a recognized post-secondary institution in another signatory to the EU Accession Treaty or to the
p.002006: Agreement on the European Economic Area shall be entitled to request the inclusion of this academic degree
p.002006: in the abbreviated form without a suffix under para 1 in official documents.
p.002006: (2) “Mag.”, “Dr.” and “Dipl.-Ing.” (“DI”) shall precede the name if used, and other academic degrees shall follow it.
p.002006: Revocation of Domestic Academic Degrees or Academic Designations
p.002006: § 89. The officer responsible for study matters shall revoke and recall the notification of award if it
p.002006: subsequently transpires that a the academic degree or the academic designation has been obtained by fraudulent means,
p.002006: in particular the use of counterfeit certificates or the pretence of scientific or artistic achievements.
p.002006: Section 7
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: nostrification
p.002006: Nostrification
p.002006: Section 90. (1) The application regarding the recognition of a foreign degree as a degree
p.002006: of a regular degree in Germany (nostrification) requires proof that the nostrification
p.002006: mandatory for the pursuit of a profession or the continuation of the training of the applicant in
p.002006: Austria is required. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) The application must be submitted to a university or a teacher training college at which the corresponding
p.002006: domestic degree is established. It is not permitted to submit the same application for nostrification at the same time or
p.002006: after
p.002006: § 90. (1) Acceptance of requests for the recognition of foreign degrees as domestic ones (nostrification)
p.002006: shall be conditional on the provision of that the nostrification is indispensable in Austria for the
p.002006: practice of the profession or the continuation of the education of the applicant. The detailed arrangements shall
p.002006: be established by the statute.
p.002006: (2) The application shall be directed to an Austrian university or university college of teacher
p.002006: education offering degrees corresponding to the original qualification. The same application for
p.002006: nostrification may not be submitted to more
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p.002006: To withdraw from another university or college of education.
p.002006: (3) The nostrification is notified by the body responsible for study law matters
p.002006: pronounce. The decision must state which domestic degree is the foreign one
p.002006: Degree and which domestic academic degree the applicant is applying for
p.002006: Position of the foreign academic degree based on the nostrification. The
p.002006: Nostrification is due on the certificate that was presented as proof of the foreign degree
p.002006: noted. Deviating from § 73 AVG, applications for nostrification must be submitted no later than three months after
p.002006: Decision to receive the complete documents by decision.
p.002006: (4) If equivalence is given in principle and only individual additions to the full one
p.002006: The body responsible for study law matters lacks equivalence
p.002006: Applicant to establish equivalence with notice of the filing of the
p.002006: required examinations and / or the preparation of a scientific work within
p.002006: within a reasonable time. The applicant is responsible for providing the supplement
p.002006: Admit applicants as extraordinary students or as extraordinary students.
p.002006: (5) The nostrification is to be revoked by notice, especially if it is counterfeit
p.002006: Certificates have been sneaked away.
p.002006: (6) The fee for the nostrification of a foreign degree is 150 euros. The tax is in
p.002006: To be paid in advance. It expires if the application for nostrification is rejected or withdrawn.
p.002006: than one university simultaneously, nor may it be resubmitted to a second university or university college of teacher
p.002006: education after its withdrawal.
p.002006: (3) Nostrification shall be awarded by the officer responsible for study matters by issuing official notifications
p.002006: thereof. Such official notification shall specify the domestic degree to which the foreign degree corresponds, and the
p.002006: domestic academic degree that the applicant is entitled to use instead of his / her foreign one in
p.002006: consequence of nostrification. A note recording the nostrification shall be put onto the awarding document of the
p.002006: foreign degree submitted. A decision on applications for the recognition of foreign degrees shall be made,
p.002006: notwithstanding Section 73 General Administrative Procedure Act, within a maximum of three months of receipt of the
p.002006: application by official notification.
p.002006: (4) In case that equivalence has been established basically and only certain supplementary qualifications
p.002006: are required for full equivalence, the officer responsible for study matters shall, by official notification,
p.002006: instruct the applicant to take the required examinations and / or write an academic thesis within a reasonable
p.002006: period. For the purpose of submission of the supplementary requirements, the applicant shall be admitted as a
p.002006: non-degree seeking student.
p.002006: (5) Nostrification shall be revoked if obtained by fraudulent means, in particular the use of counterfeit certificates.
p.002006: (6) The fee for nostrification of a foreign degree shall be € 150, payable in advance. It shall become
p.002006: forfeited if the application for nostrification is refused or withdrawn.
p.002006: Section 8
p.002006: Chapter 8
p.002006: Tuition fee regulations
p.002006: Provisions on Tuition Fees
p.002006: Tuition Fee
p.002006: Tuition fees
p.002006: § 91. (1) Ordinary students with the nationality of an EU or EEA state and ordinary
p.002006: Students to whom Austria has the same rights to access a profession on the basis of an international law treaty
p.002006: grant like Austrian nationals, and ordinary students, among the groups of people
p.002006: according to the Ordinance on Groups of People, as well as regular students from third countries,
p.002006: the one over another
p.002006: § 91. (1) Degree programs students who are citizens of EU member states or EEA member states, degree programs
p.002006: students to whom Austria is obliged under other international treaties to accord the same rights to access to
p.002006: employment as Austrian citizens, degree programs students belonging to a group of persons according to the
p.002006: Decree on Groups of Persons, as well as degree-programs students from third countries who have been granted another
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p.002006: has been established.
p.002006: (10b) The supplementary examination for the proof of knowledge of the German language is within the framework of the
p.002006: Attend a university course set up for this purpose. The prescription of this
p.002006: Supplementary examination requires knowledge of the German language at the time of application for the study at least in the
p.002006: Extent of level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (GeR) of the Council of Europe. As
p.002006: Proof of this knowledge of the German language applies to generally recognized language diplomas,
p.002006: which are to be determined by ordinance of the rectorate. The language diploma must show that the owner
p.002006: or the holder of knowledge of the German language at least at level A2 of the Common European
p.002006: Reference frame for languages. The language diploma must not be older than two years at the time of submission.
p.002006: This regulation does not apply to artistic studies if, by regulation of the rectorate, the implementation of the
p.002006: (9) Taking examinations for a program of study at a university or university college of teacher education other than
p.002006: that to which a student has been admitted is only permissible if:
p.002006: 1. the home curriculum, or the curriculum of a program of study offered jointly with another university or
p.002006: university college of teacher education makes provisions therefore; or
p.002006: 2. the officer responsible for study matters approves sitting of the examination at the other university or university
p.002006: college of teacher education because it cannot be taken at the university or, in the case of jointly offered degree
p.002006: programs, the universities university colleges of teacher education in question.
p.002006: (10) Persons whose first language is not the language in which the study program is held shall provide
p.002006: proof of their knowledge of the language as required for the successful continuation of studies, in particular by
p.002006: submitting a secondary school leaving certificate obtained as a result of tuition received in the required
p.002006: language. The rectorate may, by decree, determine further documentary evidence for the required language proficiency.
p.002006: (10a) In case that proof of knowledge of the German language cannot be furnished, the rectorate shall
p.002006: prescribe a supplementary examination to be taken prior to admission. In artistic study programs the supplementary
p.002006: examination does not have to be taken prior to admission if other arrangements according to para 11 have been laid down
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p.002006: perform their duties in close contact with scientific research and teaching. Physicians in training as
p.002006: specialists shall have the right to perform tasks in research and teaching, provided that this does not interfere with
p.002006: their training as specialists.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Scientific and artistic university staff
p.002006: Artistic University Staff
p.002006: University professors
p.002006: University professors
p.002006: § 97. (1) The university professors are for research or development and
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as for the
p.002006: § 97. (1) The university professors shall be responsible for research, or the advancement and appreciation
p.002006: of the arts, and for teaching in their field, and shall be
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p.002006: Teaching in their area of responsibility and are available for a limited or permanent period
p.002006: Employment relationship with the university. You are a full-time or part-time employee.
p.002006: (2) Female or foreign researchers can become university professors
p.002006: and scientists or artists with a correspondingly high academic or
p.002006: artistic and professional qualifications for the subject that corresponds to the position to be filled.
p.002006: (3) University professors are followed by the rector
p.002006: Conducting an appointment procedure in accordance with
p.002006: Section 98 or Section 99 ordered.
p.002006: Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: Section 98. (1) The professional dedication of a position to be filled for an unlimited period or for more than three years
p.002006: a university professor must be specified in the development plan.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate must publicly advertise each position at home and abroad. In the appeal process
p.002006: With their consent, scientists and artists can also
p.002006: Artists who have not applied will be included as candidates.
p.002006: (3) The university professors represented in the Senate have
p.002006: at the suggestion of the university professors of the department at least two - of which
p.002006: to appoint at least one external expert. You can do this task
p.002006: but also to the university professors of the department and the
p.002006: related area. The Rector has the right to have another
p.002006: Appoint a reviewer.
p.002006: (4) The Senate has to appoint an Appointment Commission. The university professors
p.002006: and university professors make up more than half of the members and students at least one member.
p.002006: Members of other universities or post-secondary educational institutions can also join the appointment committee
p.002006: belong.
p.002006: (5) The appointment committee has to check whether the present applications meet the
p.002006: Tender criteria meet and those applications that the
p.002006: employed by the university on a temporary or permanent basis. They shall be full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) Both Austrian and foreign researchers or artists whose scientific or artistic and professional credentials qualify
p.002006: them for the subjects related to the positions to be filled may be appointed as university professors.
p.002006: (3) University professors shall be appointed by the rector following an appointment procedure in accordance
p.002006: with §§ 98 or 99.
p.002006: Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: § 98. (1) The subject allocation of a chair to be filled on a permanent basis or for longer than three years shall be
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p.002006: Physicians in Specialists ’Training
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Scientific and artistic university staff
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Scientific and Artistic University Staff
p.002006: Section 97. University professors Section 97.
p.002006: University professors
p.002006: Section 98. Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: Section 99. Abbreviated appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: § 98. Appointment Procedure for University Professors
p.002006: Section 99. Shortened appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: Section 99a.
p.002006: Section 99a.
p.002006: Section 100. Scientific and artistic employees in research, art and teaching
p.002006: Section 4 General University Staff
p.002006: § 100.Scientific and Artistic Staff in Research, Art and Teaching
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: § 101.
p.002006: § 101.
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Lecturers, habilitation, emeritus university professors
p.002006: as well as retired university professors
p.002006: Non-Tenured Associate Professors, Habilitation, Professors Emeriti and Retired Professors
p.002006: Section 102. Lecturers Section 102.
p.002006: Non-tenured associate professors
p.002006: Section 103. Habilitation
p.002006: Section 103. Habilitation
p.002006: Section 104. Emeritus university professors and university professors
p.002006: Retired university professors
p.002006: § 104. Professors Emeriti and Retired Professors
p.002006: Section 6 General Provisions
p.002006: Chapter 6 General Provisions
p.002006: Section 105. Freedom of conscience and freedom of research Section 105.
p.002006: Freedom of Conscience and Research
p.002006: Section 106. Exploitation of Intellectual Property Section 106.
p.002006: Commercial Exploitation of Intellectual Property
p.002006: IV. Part of personnel law
p.002006: Part IV Employment Law
p.002006: Section 107. Announcement and admission Section 107.
p.002006: Advertisement of positions and appointments
p.002006: Section 108. Legal basis of employment relationships Section 108.
p.002006: Legal basis of employment
p.002006: Section 108a. Special legal regulation for members of forensic medicine institutions
p.002006: Section 108a. Special arrangements for members of units of forensic medicine
p.002006: Section 109. Duration of employment relationships Section 109.
p.002006: Term of employment contracts
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p.002006: § 110. Special legal regulations on working hours and rest periods for the scientific and artistic
p.002006: University staff
p.002006: Section 111. Statutory special regulations on work rest for general university staff
p.002006: § 110.Special Arrangements for the Hours of Work and Rest Periods of Scientific and Artistic University Staff
p.002006: § 111.Special Arrangements for the Rest Periods of Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: Section 112. Labor inspection
p.002006: § 112. Labor Inspection
p.002006: Section 113. Extended protection against dismissal and dismissal Section 113.
p.002006: Extended Protection against Dismissal
p.002006: Section 114. Assumption of public office Section 114.
p.002006: Acceptance of public offices
p.002006: Section 115. Pension fund system and company group insurance Section 115. System of
p.002006: Pension Funds and Corporate Collective Insurance
p.002006: V. Part of criminal provisions
p.002006: § 116.
p.002006: § 116.
p.002006: VI. part
p.002006: Real estate, buildings, premises
p.002006: § 117. Use of space
p.002006: § 117. Use of Space
p.002006: Part V Penal Commissions
p.002006: Part VI
p.002006: Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 118. Tenancy rights to objects of BIG and other owners § 118. Tenancy
p.002006: Rights in respect of Properties Owned by BIG and other
p.002006: Owners
p.002006: § 118a. land use plan
p.002006: § 118a. Development plan for buildings
p.002006: § 118b. Real estate management at universities § 118b.
p.002006: Property Management by Universities
p.002006: VII. Part of the Science Council
p.002006: Section 119.
p.002006: Section 119.
p.002006: VIII. Part
p.002006: Transitional and final provisions
p.002006: Section 1 implementation of the new organization
p.002006: Part VII Science Council
p.002006: Part VIII Transitional and Final Provisions
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: Implementation of the New Organizational Structure
p.002006: Section 120. Founding Convention
p.002006: 120th Constituent Convention
p.002006: Section 121. Implementation steps
p.002006: 121. Implementation steps
p.002006: 2. Organization section
p.002006: Chapter 2 organization
p.002006: Section 122. Transfer of university members in accordance with UOG 1993 and KUOG Section 122. Transitional arrangements
p.002006: for University Members under the University
p.002006: Organization Act 1993 and Universities of the Arts Organization Act
p.002006: § 123. Transitional provisions for appointment commissions, habilitation commissions and special
p.002006: habilitation committees
p.002006: § 123. Transitional Arrangements for Appointment Committees, Habilitation Committees and Special Habilitation
p.002006: Committees
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p.002006: § 123a. and § 123b. Transitional provisions for the establishment of a medical school
p.002006: Section 3 Study Law
p.002006: § 123a. and § 123b. Transitional Provisions for the Establishment of a Faculty of Medicine
p.002006: Chapter 3 Study Law
p.002006: § 124.
p.002006: § 124.
p.002006: (Note: § 124a. Repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 129/2017) § 124a.
p.002006: [Removed]
p.002006: Section 124b. Additional provisions for admission to the studies affected by the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: 4. Section transfer of staff
p.002006: Section 124b. Supplementary Provisions Relating to the Admission to Degree Programs Subject to the German Numerus
p.002006: clausus
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p.002006: Section 130. Claims of the Federal Government towards employees Section 130. Claims of
p.002006: the Federal Government against Employees
p.002006: Section 131. Transfer of official and natural housing Section 131.
p.002006: Transfer of Rented and Rent-Free Tied Accommodation
p.002006: Section 132. Scientific (artistic) employees (in training)
p.002006: § 132. Junior Scientific and Artistic Staff
p.002006: Section 133. Persons with a special legal relationship with the Confederation Section 133. Persons with
p.002006: Special contracts with the Federal Government
p.002006: Section 134. Employees within the framework of partial legal capacity Section 134.
p.002006: Employees under restricted legal capacity
p.002006: Section 135. Representation of interests of university employees
p.002006: § 135. Representation of Interests of University Employees
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Transfer of rights and assets
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Transfer of rights and assets
p.002006: Section 136. Succession organizations
p.002006: 136. Successor Institutions
p.002006: Section 137. Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 138. Legal succession in the case of shared real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 139. Transfer of federally owned property to universities
p.002006: Section 140. Transfer of the institutions of the Universities and Universities of the Arts, which are partially legal
p.002006: standing real estate, movables and rights to the universities
p.002006: § 137. Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 138. Legal succession with respect to shared properties, buildings and rooms
p.002006: § 139. Transfer of Properties Owned by the Federal Government to the Universities
p.002006: § 140. Transfer to Universities of Properties, Movable Assets and Rights Owned by Organizational Units with
p.002006: Restricted Legal Capacity at Universities and Universities of the Arts
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p.002006: 5a. University Association section
p.002006: Section 140a. succession
p.002006: Section 140a. Legal succession
p.002006: Chapter 5a Merger of Universities
p.002006: Section 140b. Transitional provisions for the articles of association, the organizational and the development plan
p.002006: Section 140c. Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 140b. Transitional Provisions for the Statutes, the Organization Plan and the Development Plan
p.002006: Section 140c. Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: Section 140d. Transfer of personnel §
p.002006: 140d. Transition of University Staff
p.002006: Section 140e. Transitional provisions for the representation of employees' interests
p.002006: Section 140e. Transitional Provisions for the Representation of Employee Interests
p.002006: § 140f. Transitional provisions under study law § 140f.
p.002006: Transitional Provisions Pertaining to Study Law
p.002006: § 140g. and § 140h. Other provisions § 140g. and §
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p.002006: Creation or support of a national higher education area to be amended by mutual agreement. It comes
p.002006: the arbitration committee (§ 13a) can be called for no amendment.
p.002006: If there is a serious change in the underlying framework, the
p.002006: Arbitration committee to apply a modified performance agreement under the appropriate application of paragraph 8
p.002006: adopted.
p.002006: (3) The performance agreement may be amended in the case of significant changes in the circumstances on
p.002006: which they are based, or for specific financial requirements, e.g. for certain projects for creating or
p.002006: supporting of a national higher education area. In case that amendments cannot be made by mutual agreement, the
p.002006: arbitration commission (§ 13a) may be invoked. In the case of significant changes in the circumstances on which a
p.002006: performance agreement is based, the arbitration committee shall enact an amended agreement, applying para 8 by
p.002006: analogy.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 4 repealed Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) (4) [removed]
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 5 of Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) (5) [removed]
p.002006: (6) The Rectorate has until April 30 each year a knowledge balance sheet of the past
p.002006: Submit calendar year. The university council has to approve the knowledge balance within four weeks
p.002006: to be forwarded to the Federal Minister. If no approval is received by this time,
p.002006: the knowledge balance sheet must nevertheless be forwarded with a corresponding statement. In the knowledge balance
p.002006: are at least to be shown separately:
p.002006: 1. the sphere of activity, social objectives as well as self-defined goals and strategies;
p.002006: 2. intellectual property, differentiated into human, structural and relationship capital;
p.002006: (6) The rectorate shall submit by 30 April of each year an intellectual capital report for the past calendar year to
p.002006: the university council. The university council shall approve the intellectual capital report within four weeks and
p.002006: shall forward it to the Federal Minister. In the absence of such approval within the appointed period, the intellectual
p.002006: capital report shall nevertheless be forwarded together with an explanatory statement. The
p.002006: intellectual capital report shall, as a minimum, present in itemized form:
p.002006: 1. the sphere of action, social goals and self-imposed objectives and strategies;
p.002006: 2. its intellectual capital, broken down into human, structural and relationship capital;
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p.002006: 3. the performance processes defined in the performance agreement with their output sizes and effects.
p.002006: The knowledge balance sheet has to contain a report section, which is based on the performance agreement
p.002006: create is. After the second budget year there is also a forecast of the expected performance results
p.002006: take. The Federal Minister has guidelines for the structure and the
p.002006: Design of the intellectual capital statement including that of the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and
p.002006: Research data clearing process to be carried out.
p.002006: (7) In the third year of a performance period, the university has the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Ministers to submit a draft for the next performance agreement by April 30. The
p.002006: The Federal Minister has until August 31 to comment on this. Negotiations on the
p.002006: Service agreements must be concluded by December 31.
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p.002006: Court against such an official notification shall be permissible.
p.002006: (10) The rectorate shall reject a decision by the habilitation committee in case of serious procedural defects.
p.002006: (11) The award of a habilitation degree (venia docendi) shall neither confer the right to employment nor modify an
p.002006: existing employment contract (non-tenured associate professor).
p.002006: Professors Emeriti and Retired Professors
p.002006: Section 104. (1) Professors emeriti and retired professors are not in an active employment status to the Federal
p.002006: Government or the university.
p.002006: (2) They shall be entitled to retain their habilitation degrees (venia docendi) at the university where they were
p.002006: employed prior to their retirement and to give lectures and hear examinations under such authorization.
p.002006: Section 6
p.002006: Chapter 6
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: Freedom of conscience and freedom of research
p.002006: of Conscience and Research
p.002006: § 105. No member of the university and no member of the university may go against her or his conscience
p.002006: Participation in individual scientific or artistic work. From one
p.002006: Refusal to cooperate must not be detrimental to him or her. The university member concerned
p.002006: however, has his or her superiors or his or her superiors from their or his refusal
p.002006: to inform in writing.
p.002006: § 105. No member of a university may be required to participate in scientific or artistic work which conflicts with
p.002006: his / her conscience. Refusal to participate in such work shall not result in any disadvantage. However, the
p.002006: university member concerned must inform his / her superior of such refusal in writing.
p.002006: Exploitation of Intellectual Property Commercial
p.002006: Exploitation of Intellectual Property
p.002006: § 106. (1) Each or every member of the university has the right to have their own scientific or artistic
p.002006: Publish work independently. When publishing the results of the research or the
p.002006: Development and
p.002006: § 106. (1) All university members shall have the right to independent publication of academic papers and artistic
p.002006: work. When research findings or work serving the
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p.002006: Opening up the arts are university members who have their own scientific or
p.002006: have made an artistic contribution to this work, to name as co-authors.
p.002006: (2) On service inventions pursuant to Section 7 (3) Patent Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 259/1970, which is based on a
p.002006: University within the framework of a public or private employment or training relationship
p.002006: are made to the federal government or within the framework of an employment or training relationship to the university
p.002006: to apply the patent law with the proviso that the university is regarded as an employer in accordance with section 7 (2) patent law.
p.002006: (3) The Rectorate must be informed immediately of any service invention. Wants the university
p.002006: claim the service invention in its entirety or a right to use it
p.002006: Rectorate must notify the inventor of this within three months. Otherwise this right stands
p.002006: to the inventor.
p.002006: advancement and appreciation of the arts are published, university members who have contributed to such work shall be
p.002006: named as co-authors.
p.002006: (2) Inventions in the meaning of § 7 para 3 of the Patents Act, F.L.G. No 259/1970, made at a university
p.002006: in the course of employment or training under federal public law or employment or training by the university, shall be
p.002006: subject to the Patents Act, and the university shall be deemed to be the employer according to
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p.002006: the capital expenditure, including initial or new furniture, fixtures and equipment and other non-recurring costs as
p.002006: well as all consequential costs.
p.002006: (3) Projects with a financial impact not exceeding the value beyond which agreement with the Federal
p.002006: Minister of Finance would have to be reached according to the Decree on Projects, F.L.G. II No 22/2013, shall
p.002006: not be included in the development plan for buildings.
p.002006: (4) The universities shall communicate their building projects planned over the medium term to the Federal
p.002006: Minister. Each building project shall be assessed financially by the university, using valuation standards that
p.002006: are documented in the project description.
p.002006: (5) The Federal Minister shall decide on the inclusion of a building project in the development plan for buildings
p.002006: based on the project description submitted by the university. The building projects shall be priority-ranked, having
p.002006: regard to the focus
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p.002006: are taking into account university policy priorities and the needs of universities, also about
p.002006: Planning regions, ranked by priority. For this purpose, the Federal Minister has the
p.002006: Invite universities in a planning region to jointly prepare a corresponding proposal. This
p.002006: Priority order must be updated regularly, at least every three years.
p.002006: areas in higher education policy and the needs of universities, also across planning regions. To this end, the Federal
p.002006: Minister shall invite the universities located within the same planning region to prepare the proposal jointly. this
p.002006: prioritization shall be updated periodically, at least every three years.
p.002006: University Real Estate Management Property
p.002006: Management by Universities
p.002006: § 118b. (1) The realization or financing of real estate projects is between the Federal Minister
p.002006: To agree on the Federal Minister and the university concerned.
p.002006: (2) In accordance with the current budgetary scope for action, the Federal Minister can
p.002006: the order of priority of the land use plan, the appropriateness of the financial assessments,
p.002006: the focus on higher education policy and general economic
p.002006: Issue location for individual projects.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister may, in agreement with the Federal Minister
p.002006: for finance regulate the procedure for project planning and execution by ordinance, in particular
p.002006: Regulations on the individual procedural steps, the calculation bases to be used in the project description
p.002006: (§ 118a para. 4), inclusion in the site plan, the creation of a room and function program,
p.002006: the planning approval, construction approval and reporting requirements of the university concerned are taken
p.002006: can.
p.002006: (4) Projects that are not to be included in the site plan in accordance with Section 118a (3) are subject to the application of Section 3
p.002006: except. The Federal Minister can for real estate projects, the costs of which are entirely
p.002006: Third parties are covered, approve exceptions to the procedure in accordance with paragraph 3.
p.002006: § 118b. (1) The realization and funding of building projects shall be agreed upon by the Federal Minister and the
p.002006: university involved.
p.002006: (2) The Federal Minister may grant the approval of projects, contingent upon budgetary considerations, the priority
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p.002006: plan) to the university council, and submit the proposed university statute for resolution by the senate, not
p.002006: later than December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (14) Upon approval of the organization plan the heads of the organizational units shall be appointed without delay.
p.002006: (15) The university clinics and clinical institutes within faculties of medicine, established under the University
p.002006: Organization Act 1993, shall continue to exist and the heads thereof remain in office until the entry into effect of
p.002006: new organization plans at the respective medical universities. From 1 January 2004 these institutions shall be deemed
p.002006: to be organizational units of the clinical departments of these medical universities.
p.002006: (16) Universities shall, in addition to financial statements, submit to the Federal Minister reports on their
p.002006: activities, covering the entire spectrum of their services, by April 30, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
p.002006: (17) The Federal Minister shall, not later than the end of 2005, establish a global budget for university funding
p.002006: in the first performance agreement period in consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, and shall
p.002006: reach agreement in accordance with § 45 of the Federal Budget Act. Universities shall submit drafts of their
p.002006: first performance agreements, for the period from 2007 to 2009, to the Federal Minister by April 30, 2006.
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p.002006: submit the draft of the first performance agreement for the years 2007 to 2009.
p.002006: (18) Each university has until the time this Federal Act takes full effect
p.002006: Create inventory. This directory has the mobile and so far dedicated to the university
p.002006: immovable property, university liabilities towards third parties, in particular from
p.002006: Borrowing, as well as all bank accounts including securities holdings and third-party funds from the institutes
p.002006: (Clinics). This directory is also a listing of the day before the full
p.002006: If this federal law takes effect, staff employed at the university must be attached.
p.002006: (19) The Federal Minister has until September 30, 2006 a report on the
p.002006: Promotion of young talent and the development of the personnel structure of the universities.
p.002006: (20) The founding convention of each university has one representative by December 31, 2002 at the latest
p.002006: to be sent to the umbrella organization of universities. This representative's term of office ends
p.002006: with the sending of a new representative by the rectorate of the university concerned
p.002006: (Section 108 Paragraph 2).
p.002006: (21) The Rector of the University of Vienna has the constituent meeting of the umbrella organization of the
p.002006: Universities (§ 108) and to chair this meeting until the election of the chairperson.
p.002006: (22) If the steps required for implementation are not carried out in time, the
p.002006: necessary measures without setting a grace period by the Federal Minister by
p.002006: Replacement will be made.
p.002006: (23) Does a university submit a draft first performance agreement from the Federal Minister
p.002006: If the Federal Minister fails to do so in good time, the budget for the year in question is 98% of the budget for the previous year.
p.002006: (24) The faculty representations according to § 15 des
p.002006: Higher Education Act 1998 at the medical faculties of the universities of Vienna, Graz and
p.002006: Innsbruck for the medical, human medicine, dentistry and doctoral studies of the
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p.002006: universities shall be divided into their successors of the same name and the medical universities.
p.002006: (2) The Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck (§ 6 subparas 4 to
p.002006: 6) shall be the universal successors of the faculties of medicine (including their organizational units
p.002006: with restricted legal capacity) at the universities at the respective sites.
p.002006: (3) The universities named in § 6 subparas 7 to 21 shall be the universal successors of the respective
p.002006: universities of the same names (including their organizational units with restricted legal capacity)
p.002006: referred to in § 5 University Organization Act 1993 or the universities of the arts (including their organizational
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p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt is the universal successor to the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research and
p.002006: Further training at the universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz - IFF.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, is the universal successor to the Inter-University Research Institute
p.002006: for Agricultural Biotechnology Tulln. The universities involved in this inter-university institution have until
p.002006: no later than
p.002006: December 31, 2003 based on their cooperation and their resulting rights and
p.002006: Obligations with effect from January 1, 2004 a contract for further cooperation in this field
p.002006: complete. If this contract is not concluded on time, the property is the
p.002006: Inter-university institution from January 1, 2004 according to the number of participating universities
p.002006: December 31, 2003 to allocate resources.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz is the universal successor to the university
p.002006: Institute for Information Systems to support visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology is the universal legal successor of the Interuniversity Institute for
p.002006: Technology Management (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the interuniversities
p.002006: Coordination office for women and gender research Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library
p.002006: for physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library of Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the inter-university
p.002006: University sports institute in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 137. (1) The tenancy rights to those of the federal government, a university or a legal entity
p.002006: Organizational unit of a university rented real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: on the day this federal law takes full effect at the university (effective date) under
p.002006: units with restricted legal capacity) referred to in § 6 subparas 1 to 6 Universities of the Arts Organization Act.
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p.002006: (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Coordination Center
p.002006: for Women's Studies and Gender Research, Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University University Sports
p.002006: Center in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 137. (1) As of the day when this Act enters into full effect (effective date) tenancy rights attaching to
p.002006: properties, buildings and rooms rented by the Federal Government, a university or a university organizational
p.002006: unit with restricted legal capacity shall pass by universal succession to the university or faculty of medicine
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p.002006: Exclusion of the legal consequences of Sections 12a and 46a of the Tenancy Law by way of universal succession to those on the day
p.002006: University or medical faculty using before the deadline.
p.002006: (2) The university also acts as a lessor or lender on the key date specified in paragraph 1
p.002006: Place the federal government in the existing lease and loan agreements.
p.002006: Legal succession for shared properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: § 138. The tenancy law passes to the university that owns the property, the building or the individual
p.002006: Premises were allocated for exclusive and permanent use the day before the cut-off date or
p.002006: were. Is a property, a building or are individual premises of several universities
p.002006: left for shared permanent use, the tenancy law is transferred to the university that has the
p.002006: Mostly used the property in the observation period between January 1, 2001 and September 30, 2003. For the
p.002006: Medical universities apply the uses of the respective for this observation period
p.002006: Medical Faculty. Is a property, a building or are individual premises several
p.002006: Leaving universities for permanent shared use becomes the primary tenancy law for that university
p.002006: granted the property during the observation period between January 1, 2001 and September 30, 2003
p.002006: predominantly used. The other universities receive a right to sublet and pay one
p.002006: Rent in the amount of the main rent.
p.002006: Transfer of federally owned property to universities
p.002006: § 139. (1) The right of ownership of the movable property of the Confederation, the day before the full
p.002006: The effectiveness of this federal law is left to the universities of the arts to use
p.002006: including all related rights and legal relationships, claims and debts goes with the following
p.002006: Day (key date) by way of universal succession to the university using it. The
p.002006: General succession must be published in the university's newsletter (section 20 (6)).
p.002006: (2) The right to property in the movable property of the Confederation, the day before it becomes fully effective
p.002006: Federal law is left to a medical faculty or one of its organizational units for use
p.002006: including all associated rights and legal relationships, claims and
p.002006: using them on the day before the effective date. The legal implications of §§ 12a and 46a of the Rent Act shall be
p.002006: excluded.
p.002006: (2) As of the effective date referred to in para 1 the respective universities shall replace the Federal Government as
p.002006: the lessors or loaners in existing leasehold or loan agreements.
p.002006: Legal succession with respect to shared properties, buildings and rooms
p.002006: § 138. The tenancy rights shall pass to the university to which the property, building or individual rooms was / were
p.002006: assigned for exclusive, permanent use on the day before the effective date. If a property, a building or single rooms
p.002006: has / have been assigned to a number of universities for joint permanent use, the tenancy rights shall pass to that
p.002006: university which has predominantly used the property during the reference period between 1 January, 2001 and 30
p.002006: September, 2003. In the case of the medical universities, the applicable uses during this reference period shall be
p.002006: those by the respective faculty of medicine. If a property, a building or single rooms has / have been
p.002006: assigned to a number of universities for joint permanent use, the master tenancy rights shall be accorded to
p.002006: that university which has predominantly used the property during the reference period between 1 January
p.002006: 2001 and September 30, 2003. The other universities shall receive subtenancy rights and shall pay subrent in the
p.002006: amount of the master rent.
p.002006: Transfer of Properties Owned by the Federal Government to the Universities
p.002006: Section 139. (1) Title to the movable assets owned by the Federal Government assigned to the universities and
p.002006: universities of the arts for their use as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect, including
p.002006: all associated rights and obligations, claims and debts shall, on the following day (effective date), pass by
p.002006: universal succession to the university using such assets. Such universal succession shall be published in the
p.002006: university gazette (§ 20 para 6).
p.002006: (2) Title to the movable assets owned by the Federal Government assigned to a faculty of medicine or one of its
p.002006: organizational units for its use as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect, including all associated
p.002006: rights and obligations, claims and debts shall, on the following day (effective date), pass by universal
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p.002006: Debts with the following day (due date) by way of universal succession to that medical university,
p.002006: which is the universal legal successor to the Faculty of Medicine. The universal succession is in the newsletter
p.002006: to announce to the university.
p.002006: (3) The right of ownership of the movable property of the Confederation, which takes effect the day before it becomes fully effective
p.002006: this federal law to an inter-university institution according to § 136 paragraphs 4 to 11 for use
p.002006: is, including all associated rights and legal relationships, claims and debts
p.002006: with the following day (key date) by way of universal succession to those in these legislative bodies
p.002006: each named university about. The universal succession is to be published in the university newsletter.
p.002006: These assets are from the universities designated as successor institutions for the continuation of the
p.002006: To use tasks of the previous inter-university institutions.
p.002006: (4) In deviation from paragraphs 1 to 3, the holdings of the university libraries remain
p.002006: a whole from historical, artistic and other cultural or scientific context
p.002006: form, owned by the federal government. Furthermore, the movables remain the property of the federal government, the individual universities
p.002006: temporarily for loan, in particular for purposes of representation or artistic design
p.002006: Have been left to use. Each university has until September 30, 2003 to create a list of these holdings.
p.002006: (5) With regard to ownership of the collections of the Gemäldegalerie and the Kupferstichkabinett of the Akademie
p.002006: The fine arts in Vienna, in deviation from paragraphs 1 to 3, do not change.
p.002006: Transfer of the institutions of the Universities and Universities of the Arts, which are partially legal entities
p.002006: Real estate, movables and university rights
p.002006: Section 140. (1) The right of ownership of the movable and immovable property of those with partial legal capacity
p.002006: Institutions of universities and universities of the arts includes all related rights and
p.002006: Legal relationships, claims and debts on the day this Federal Act takes full effect
p.002006: at the university concerned by way of universal succession to the respective
p.002006: University about.
p.002006: (2) The right to property in the movable and immovable property of a medical school with partial legal capacity
p.002006: or one of their partial legal capacity
p.002006: succession to the medical university which is the universal successor of that faculty of medicine. Search universal
p.002006: succession shall be published in the university gazette.
p.002006: (3) Title to the movable assets owned by the Federal Government assigned to the inter-university institutions named in
p.002006: § 136 paras 4 to 11 for their use as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect, including all associated
p.002006: rights and obligations, claims and debts shall, on the following day (effective date), pass by universal succession to
p.002006: the universities named in these provisions. Such universal succession shall be published in the university gazette.
p.002006: These assets shall be used by the universities designated as successor institutions for the continuation of
p.002006: the activities of the former inter-university institutions.
p.002006: (4) Notwithstanding paras 1 to 3, stocks of university libraries forming a historical, artistic or other
p.002006: cultural or scientific unity shall remain the property of the Federal Government. Movable assets temporarily loaned by
p.002006: the Federal Government to universities for ceremonial or decorative purposes shall remain the property of the Federal
p.002006: Government. Universities shall have to compile an inventory of such assets by September 30, 2003.
p.002006: (5) Notwithstanding paras 1 to 3, there shall be no change in the ownership of the contents of the Art Gallery and the
p.002006: Collection of Copperplate Engravings of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: Transfer to Universities of Properties, Movable Assets and Rights Owned by Organizational Units with Restricted Legal
p.002006: Capacity at Universities and Universities of the Arts
p.002006: § 140. (1) Title to the movable assets and immovable assets of organizational units with restricted legal capacity
p.002006: universities and universities of the arts, as well as all associated rights and obligations, claims and debts, shall
p.002006: pass to the respective universities by universal succession on the day when this Act enters into full effect at the
p.002006: universities concerned.
p.002006: (2) Title to the movable assets and immovable assets of a faculty of medicine with restricted legal capacity or one of
p.002006: its organizational units with restricted legal
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p.002006: Facilities goes including all related rights and legal relationships,
p.002006: Receivables and debts with the day this federal law takes full effect on the
p.002006: Medical University by way of universal succession to the Medical University, which the
p.002006: Successor institution of the relevant medical faculty is.
p.002006: (3) The right of ownership to the movable and immovable property of the partially legal inter-university institutions
p.002006: according to § 136 para. 4 to 11 includes all associated rights and legal relationships, claims and debts
p.002006: with the day of the full effect of this federal law by way of universal succession to the
p.002006: University mentioned in each of these legislative bodies.
p.002006: (4) The universities have to ensure that existing requirements, conditions and dedications
p.002006: is met as best as possible. An internal personal third party allocation of the
p.002006: the associated asset is not excluded.
p.002006: capacity, as well as all associated rights and obligations, claims and debts, shall pass to the medical university,
p.002006: which is the successor institution of that faculty of medicine by universal succession on the day when this Act
p.002006: enters into full effect at the medical university concerned.
p.002006: (3) Title to the movable and immovable assets of the inter-university institutions with restricted legal capacity named
p.002006: in § 136 paras 4 to 11 as well as the associated rights and obligations, claims and debts shall pass to the
p.002006: universities named in these provisions by universal succession on the day when this Act enters into full effect.
p.002006: (4) The universities shall ensure that existing conditions of use and dedications of assets to specific purposes are
p.002006: complied with to the maximum possible extent. Internal ad personam allocation of assets shall not be excluded thereby.
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p.002006: Universities
p.002006: succession
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p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Equality between women and men Gender
p.002006: Equality
p.002006: Duty of Career
p.002006: Advancement for women
p.002006: § 41. All organs of the university have to work towards that in all university work areas
p.002006: balanced number ratio between women and men working at the university. Achievement
p.002006: This goal is achieved through appropriate measures, in particular through the enactment and implementation of a
p.002006: Women's promotion plan to strive for.
p.002006: § 41. All university bodies shall make efforts to achieve a balanced representation of men and
p.002006: women at work in all areas of university activities. Appropriate action shall be taken to attain this goal,
p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
p.002006: Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The Senate has a working group for equal treatment issues at each university
p.002006: to establish whose job it is to discriminate against university organs based on gender
p.002006: as well as based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or sexual
p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
p.002006: combating gender discrimination as well as discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
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p.002006: Concerned.
p.002006: (5) In case that the working group on equal opportunities seeks reports, opinions or information from experts as a
p.002006: basis for its decisions, such experts shall be furnished with the necessary documentation. These experts
p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
p.002006: representing religion or belief, age or sexual orientation, it is
p.002006: entitled to call the arbitration board within three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) The respective collegial body has the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to inform immediately about its composition. Is the proportion of women at least 50% according to §
p.002006: 20a (2) is not adequately maintained, the working group for equality issues can within four weeks
p.002006: Make an objection to the incorrect composition to the Arbitration Commission. The objection of the incorrect
p.002006: Composition has to be omitted if there are factual reasons. If the collegial body is incorrectly composed,
p.002006: and raises the working group for equality issues
p.002006: 3. a list of candidates invited for interviews.
p.002006: (7) The rectorate shall, when notifying the responsible employee’s council of the candidate with whom an employment
p.002006: contract is to be concluded, simultaneously inform the working group on equal opportunities. Employment contracts
p.002006: concluded without prior notification of the working group or before expiry of the period prescribed by para
p.002006: 8 shall be null and void.
p.002006: (8) If the working group on equal opportunities has reason to believe that a decision made by a
p.002006: university governing body reflects a discrimination against a person on the basis of gender, ethnicity,
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p.002006: To make available.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister shall publish a statement, based on the reports of the universities, on the implementation of
p.002006: the gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies according to § 20a at all universities on the website of the
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research in an appropriate format.
p.002006: (9) If the working group on equal opportunities lodges a complaint with the arbitration board, the entry into effect
p.002006: of the university governing body’s decision shall be impermissible until the arbitration board has ruled on the matter.
p.002006: (10) The working group shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the
p.002006: rectorate.
p.002006: (11) The rectorate shall, contingent upon budgetary considerations, allocate the required personnel and equipment as
p.002006: well as the necessary rooms to the working group on equal opportunities for the performance of its duties.
p.002006: arbitration Commission
p.002006: Arbitration board
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration committee must be set up at each university. Her duties include:
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration board shall be established at every university. Its duties shall include:
p.002006: 1. mediation in disputes by members of the university; 1. mediating in
p.002006: disputes between university members;
p.002006: 2. the decision on complaints from the working group for equality issues
p.002006: discrimination on the basis of sex or on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: Belief, age or sexual orientation by decision of a university organ;
p.002006: 3. Decision on defending the incorrect composition of the working group for
p.002006: Equality issues within four weeks;
p.002006: 4. Decision on defending the deficiency of the election proposal of the working group for
p.002006: Equal treatment issues within 14 days.
p.002006: 2. ruling on complaints by the working group on equal opportunities with regard to discrimination on the
p.002006: basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation through decisions of
p.002006: university governing bodies;
p.002006: 3. deciding on objections against the incorrect composition by the working group on equal opportunities within
p.002006: four weeks;
p.002006: 4. deciding on objections against the inadequacy of the election proposal by the working group on equal opportunities
p.002006: within fourteen days.
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p.002006: (2) Matters that are subject to legal recourse and performance reviews
p.002006: excluded from the review by the Arbitration Commission.
p.002006: (3) The arbitration commission should fulfill its tasks as far as possible by agreement between the parties
p.002006: work towards.
p.002006: (4) All organs and members of the university are obliged to the members of the arbitration commission
p.002006: Information, in particular also about personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other information,
p.002006: to give on the matter and to take part in contact discussions.
p.002006: (5) The Arbitration Commission is involved in the matters pursuant to Paragraph 1 No. 2 within three months
p.002006: To decide whether to discriminate by the decision of the university organ
p.002006: Reason of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief,
p.002006: age or sexual orientation. The complaint concerns the proposal of the search commission
p.002006: or the proposal of the Senate to appoint the rector
p.002006: to decide the arbitration commission within 14 days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration commission affirms the existence of discrimination on the basis of the
p.002006: Gender, based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or age
p.002006: sexual orientation, the university organ has a new personnel decision taking into account the
p.002006: Legal opinion of the arbitration commission. Does the discrimination concern the proposal of the
p.002006: The Finding Commission or the Senate to appoint the Rector is the
p.002006: Proposal to be returned to the Finding Commission or the Senate The Finding Commission and the Senate
p.002006: are obliged in this case to have the legal status that corresponds to the legal opinion of the arbitration commission
p.002006: to manufacture immediately.
p.002006: (7) The working group for equality issues and the university body concerned have the right to
p.002006: lodge an appeal with the Federal Administrative Court against the decision concluding the proceedings.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the Rector during pending proceedings before the
p.002006: Arbitration commission or in spite of a negative decision of the arbitration commission are ineffective.
p.002006: (9) The Arbitration Commission consists of six members who are not members of the family concerned
p.002006: Must be university. One male and one each
p.002006: (2) Matters which are the subject of legal proceedings, and performance evaluations shall be excluded from
p.002006: investigation by the arbitration board.
p.002006: (3) In the performance of its duties, the arbitration board shall try to reach an agreement between the parties to
p.002006: disputes.
p.002006: (4) All university bodies and members shall be obliged to furnish the arbitration board with information on matters
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p.002006: efficient research (and advancement and appreciation of the arts), teaching, study and administration. The rectorate
p.002006: shall ensure that sufficient resources are allocated to such organizational units to enable them to fulfill their tasks.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall, on the basis of nominations from the university professors of the organizational
p.002006: unit concerned, appoint a person with relevant qualifications - who is employed by the Federal Government and
p.002006: assigned to the university or is employed by the university - as the head of an organizational unit responsible for
p.002006: research and teaching or the advancement and appreciation of the arts and teaching. Such unit heads shall conclude
p.002006: target agreements with the university members assigned to the respective organizational units specifying the services
p.002006: to be rendered by such members in respect of research, the advancement and appreciation
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p.002006: assigned members of the university target agreements on the achievements in research or development and
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as the teaching to be completed by these relatives. It is on
p.002006: the freedom of science and the arts and a corresponding freedom of the individual scientists
p.002006: and scientists and artists in research or in the development and development of the
p.002006: To take care of the arts and teaching. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (5a) The head of an organizational unit with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
p.002006: Development and development of the arts and the teaching of art can be done by the rectorate because of a
p.002006: serious breach of duty, a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability
p.002006: or are recalled from their position due to a loss of trust.
p.002006: (6) Every university has to issue a newsletter and on the Internet on the university's homepage
p.002006: to make it publicly available. In particular, the following must be announced in the newsletter:
p.002006: 1. Statutes, development plan and organizational plan including personnel allocation;
p.002006: of the arts, and teaching. In so doing, they shall have regard for scientific and artistic freedom, and for the need to
p.002006: leave sufficient scope for scientists and artists to pursue their research, artistic and teaching activities. The
p.002006: detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: (5a) The rectorate may dismiss the head of an organizational unit with research and teaching responsibilities or
p.002006: responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching because of severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on
p.002006: reasonable grounds.
p.002006: (6) Every university shall publish a university gazette and provide public access to the same on its website. The
p.002006: university gazette shall, in particular, be used to publish:
p.002006: 1. statute, development plan and an organization plan including the assignments of personnel;
p.002006: 2. opening balance;
p.002006: 2. opening balance sheet;
p.002006: 3. Service agreement immediately after its conclusion, closing of accounts and
p.002006: Knowledge balance immediately after it has been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. performance agreement immediately upon its conclusion, financial statements and intellectual capital
p.002006: report immediately after they have been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 4. Regulations and rules of procedure of organs; 4. decrees enacted by,
p.002006: and rules of procedure of governing bodies;
p.002006: 5. guidelines of the management bodies; 5th
p.002006: directives issued by management bodies:
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 7. Academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for the
p.002006: Graduates of university courses;
p.002006: 8. communications to students and other statements of general interest;
p.002006: 7. academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for graduates of certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education;
p.002006: 8. announcements to students and other announcements of general interest;
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p.002006: one or more members leave the university council prematurely or the new one
p.002006: Member or the new members have not yet been elected or appointed or the additional member has not yet
p.002006: has been ordered.
p.002006: university council. The Federal Minister shall, by decree, determine upper limits for the compensation, taking into
p.002006: account in particular the size of the university and the time requirements and workload resulting therefrom, and may
p.002006: determine different upper limits for groups of universities. The compensation shall be published in the university
p.002006: gazette.
p.002006: (12) The university council shall have a quorum when at least half of the number of members stipulated under para 3 are
p.002006: present. Voting by proxy is impermissible. The university council shall resolve by simple majority, except insofar as
p.002006: this act provides otherwise. This shall also apply if one member or several members terminate their
p.002006: membership prematurely or the new member or the new members have not been elected or appointed or the additional member
p.002006: has not been appointed yet.
p.002006: (13) Membership of the University Council ends (13)
p.002006: Membership of the university council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office; 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
p.002006: 2. by waiver;
p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal;
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. through death;
p.002006: 4. death;
p.002006: 5. by the end of the ten-year term. 5th expiry
p.002006: of the ten-year term of office.
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may appoint a member of the University Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function. A dismissal presupposes corresponding decisions of the Senate and the Rectorate,
p.002006: both of which require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The Rectorate, the Chair of the Senate, the Chair of the Working Group for
p.002006: Equality issues and the chairperson of the student body at the
p.002006: University concerned have the right to attend the University Council meetings
p.002006: Agenda items that relate to their area of responsibility. The chairs of the two works councils
p.002006: Pursuant to Section 135 (3), invitations are to be made and each has the right to participate in the meetings
p.002006: to put all items on the agenda as well as to put additional items on the agenda that are associated with the
p.002006: Exercise her function as a works council within the framework of her internal interest awareness competence
p.002006: according to the Labor Constitution Act (ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette No. 22/1974, directly in
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may, by order, dismiss a member of the university council because of severe misconduct,
p.002006: conviction of a criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment. Such dismissal shall be subject
p.002006: to consonant resolutions of the senate and rectorate, in both cases requiring a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The rectorate, the chairperson of the senate, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities and the
p.002006: chairperson of the Austrian Students ’Union at the university in question shall be entitled to a hearing on agenda
p.002006: items relating to their functions at meetings of the university council. The chairpersons of the two employee’s
p.002006: councils under § 135 para 3 shall be invited to all meetings of the university council and shall be
p.002006: entitled to participate in the meetings, to file an application for all agenda items, and to request any
p.002006: additional items to be added to the agenda that are directly related to their duties as employees' councils under the
p.002006: Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974, and that fall within the responsibility of the university council. They
p.002006: shall have the right to vote on these items, but decisions on them shall be subject to a two-thirds majority vote of
p.002006: the members present. The
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p.002006: Are related and fall within the competence of the University Council. You are at these points
p.002006: entitled to vote, whereby decisions in this regard require a two-thirds majority of those present. The
p.002006: A copy of the minutes of the meetings of the
p.002006: University Council to transmit.
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p.002006: 4. negotiating and concluding performance agreements with the Federal Minister and informing the university
p.002006: council about the results without delay;
p.002006: 5. acting as the superior of all university staff;
p.002006: 6. (Note: repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) 6. [removed]
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p.002006: 7. Selection decision from nominations for appointment commissions for
p.002006: University professors;
p.002006: 7. selecting professors from shortlists drawn up by the appointments committees;
p.002006: 8. Conducting appointment negotiations; 8th.
p.002006: conducting appointment negotiations;
p.002006: 9. Conclusion of employment and work contracts; 9. concluding
p.002006: employment and service contracts;
p.002006: 10. Granting of powers of attorney in accordance with § 28 Para
p.002006: authorizations according to § 28 para 1.
p.002006: (2) The function of the rector is to be approved by the university council after the approval of the senate, at the latest eight
p.002006: Months before the function is expected to become available or within three months from the date of the
p.002006: Dismissal or withdrawal, to be put out to public tender. Only one person can go to the Rector
p.002006: international experience and the ability to organize and economically manage a university
p.002006: to get voted.
p.002006: (3) The rector is from the University Council based on a three-point proposal by the Senate for
p.002006: choose a term of office of four years. Reelection is permitted.
p.002006: (4) The employment contract and the target agreement with the rector are drawn up by the university council
p.002006: completed.
p.002006: (5) The Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty, one
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The dismissal can be made at the request of the Senate
p.002006: or ex officio by the University Council. In the first case, the simple one is in both organs
p.002006: Majority of all members required; in the second case the decision in the university council requires the
p.002006: Two-thirds majority of all members, the Senate is to be heard. This ends with the effectiveness of the dismissal
p.002006: Rector's employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: (2) The university council shall advertise the post of the rector upon approval by the senate, no later than eight
p.002006: months prior to the expected availability of the post or within three months after dismissal or resignation. only
p.002006: persons with international experience and the necessary abilities to manage a university’s organization and
p.002006: finances may be selected as rector.
p.002006: (3) The rector shall be selected from a shortlist of three candidates proposed by the senate, and shall be
p.002006: appointed for a term of four years. A re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (4) The rector’s employment contract and target agreement shall be concluded with the university council.
p.002006: (5) The university council may dismiss the rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, or
p.002006: mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. Such dismissal may be effected on
p.002006: application of the senate or by the university council acting ex officio. In the former case, a simple majority of
p.002006: all members of both bodies shall be required, and in the latter a resolution of the university council passed by a
p.002006: two-thirds majority of all members, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into effect of the
p.002006: dismissal the employment contract of the rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: selection committee
p.002006: Search Committee
p.002006: § 23a. (1) The rector must be elected no later than four weeks after the advertisement
p.002006: Finding commission set up. The search committee includes the chair of the university council
p.002006: and the chair of the Senate.
p.002006: § 23a. (1) For the election of the rector, a search committee shall be established no more than four weeks after the
p.002006: advertisement of the post. The chairperson of the university council and the chairperson of the senate shall be members
p.002006: of the search committee.
p.002006: (2) The tasks of the Finding Committee are: (2) The search
p.002006: committee shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Review the applications received for the role of rector;
p.002006: 1. examining the applications received for the post of the rector;
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p.002006: 2. Active search for candidates for the role of rector;
p.002006: 3. Preparation of a proposal for the election of the rector to the Senate within a maximum of four
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p.002006: or in any case include him in the search commission's proposal.
p.002006: § 23b. (1) If, prior to the advertisement of the post, the rector in office expresses her / his interest in serving in
p.002006: this function for another term, a re-appointment without advertising the post shall be permissible, if both the senate
p.002006: and the university council accept this with a two-thirds majority. Consecutive reappointments shall
p.002006: be permissible.
p.002006: (2) If the rector in office applies for the advertised post, he or she shall be included in the
p.002006: shortlist prepared by the search committee.
p.002006: Vice-Rectors
p.002006: Vice-Rector
p.002006: § 24. (1) The Rector determines the number and the level of employment of the
p.002006: Vice-Rectors. The Senate has the right to comment.
p.002006: § 24. (1) The rector shall determine the number and extent of employment of the vice-rectors. The senate shall be
p.002006: entitled to express an opinion thereon.
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p.002006: (2) The Vice Rectors are from the University Council on the recommendation of the Rector
p.002006: and, after hearing the Senate, to vote for a term of office that corresponds to that of the Rector.
p.002006: Reelection is permitted.
p.002006: (3) If the Rector leaves office before the end of the term of office or is at the time of the
p.002006: If a new rector is not elected at the end of the term, the function ends
p.002006: the Vice-Rectors at the time of taking office on the proposal of the new Rector
p.002006: or the Vice-Rectors elected by the new Rector.
p.002006: (4) A Vice-Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty,
p.002006: a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The Rector can
p.002006: encourage the dismissal of a Vice-Rector from the University Council. The dismissal
p.002006: requires a two-thirds majority of all members of the University Council, the Senate must be heard. With effectiveness
p.002006: The deputy rector's employment relationship with the university ends upon dismissal.
p.002006: (2) The vice-rectors shall be selected by the university council from a shortlist of candidates nominated by the
p.002006: rector, after hearing the opinion of the senate, for a term of office corresponding to that of the rector. A
p.002006: re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (3) In case that the rector leaves office before expiry of his / her term or no new rector has been elected when the term
p.002006: of office expires, the term of office of the vice-rectors shall end when the vice-rectors elected on the
p.002006: recommendation of the new rector take up their functions.
p.002006: (4) The university council may dismiss a vice-rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a
p.002006: criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. The
p.002006: rector may initiate the dismissal of a vice-rector by the university council. Such dismissal shall require a two-thirds
p.002006: majority of all members of the university council, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into
p.002006: effect of the dismissal the employment contract of a vice-rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: senate
p.002006: Senate
p.002006: Section 25. (1) The Senate has the following tasks: Section 25. (1)
p.002006: The senate shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Adoption and amendment of the statutes on the proposal of the rectorate; 1. enacting and amending the
p.002006: statute as proposed by the rectorate;
p.002006: 2. Approval of the development plan drawn up by the rectorate within
p.002006: two months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the development plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 3. Approval of the draft organizational plan approved by the rectorate within two
p.002006: months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the organizational plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 4. Change in the size of the university council and election of members of the university council (§ 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1, Paragraph 6a and
p.002006: Paragraph 7);
p.002006: 5. Approval of the announcement for the role of Rector within two weeks of submission
p.002006: by the university council; if the Senate refuses to consent within two weeks, the
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p.002006: head of the clinical section shall be responsible for the performance of medical tasks according to § 7b para 1 of the
p.002006: Hospitals and Health Resorts Act.
p.002006: Management functions in the clinical area of governing
p.002006: Positions in the Clinical Department
p.002006: § 32. (1) Head of an organizational unit or a clinical department of a medical
p.002006: University or medical faculty, which also functions as a medical department or
p.002006: an equivalent institution of a public hospital (Section 7 (4), Section 7a (1) and Section 7b (1) and (2)
p.002006: KAKuG), is from the rectorate on the proposal of the university professors
p.002006: organizational unit concerned is a suitably qualified person with an upright employment relationship with
p.002006: Confederation, which is assigned to the university for service, or an upright employment relationship with
p.002006: University with relevant specialist or dentist authority to order. To the deputy
p.002006: The deputy head can only be a member of the university
p.002006: University member with appropriate qualifications as a specialist or as a dentist or
p.002006: Dentist to be ordered. Before ordering, the legal entity of the hospital has the opportunity to
p.002006: To give an opinion.
p.002006: (1a) The head of an organizational unit or a clinical department of a
p.002006: Medical university or medical faculty, which also functions as a
p.002006: Health department or an equivalent institution of a public hospital (§ 7 para. 4, § 7a para.
p.002006: 1 as well as § 7b paragraphs 1 and 2 KAKuG) can be rejected by the rectorate because of a serious breach of duty
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: one reasoned
p.002006: § 32. (1) The rectorate shall appoint, on the basis of nominations from the university professors of the
p.002006: organizational unit concerned, a person with relevant qualifications - who is employed by the Federal Government and
p.002006: assigned to the university or who is employed by the university and possesses relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications - as the head of a organizational unit or a clinical section of a medical university or a faculty
p.002006: of medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para
p.002006: 1 and
p.002006: § 7b paras 1 and 2 Hospitals and Health Resorts Act). Only university members with relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications may be appointed as deputy heads. Prior to the appointment, the maintaining body of the attached
p.002006: hospital shall have the opportunity to give its opinion.
p.002006: (1a) The head of an organizational unit or a clinical section at a medical university or a faculty of
p.002006: medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para 1
p.002006: and § 7b paras 1 and 2 of the Hospitals and Health Resorts Act) may be dismissed by the rectorate due to severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds.
p.002006: Prior to the dismissal, the maintaining body of the attached hospital shall have the opportunity to give its opinion.
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p.002006: Loss of confidence from her or his function. This is before the dismissal
p.002006: To give legal entities of the hospital an opportunity to comment.
p.002006: (2) The appointment as head and deputy of the head
p.002006: or the head of an organizational unit or a clinical department named in paragraph 1
p.002006: to be carried out for a limited time.
p.002006: (3) The first-time inclusion of organizational units of a hospital in the clinical
p.002006: The area of a medical university or a university where a medical faculty is established,
p.002006: is only made at the same time as the appointment of a university professor
p.002006: University professor in accordance with § 98 to head the organizational unit concerned
p.002006: (University clinic, clinical institute, clinical department) effective in accordance with paragraph 1.
p.002006: (2) Appointments as the head or deputy head of an organizational unit or a clinical section under para 1
p.002006: shall initially be for a limited term.
p.002006: (3) The initial inclusion of organizational units of a hospital into the clinical department of a medical university or
p.002006: a university at which a faculty of medicine has been established shall become effective together with the appointment
p.002006: of a university professor under § 98 as the head of the respective organizational unit (university clinic,
p.002006: clinical institute, clinical section) under para 1.
p.002006: Reimbursement of costs to the hospital institution Reimbursement of Hospital
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p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
p.002006: combating gender discrimination as well as discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation by university governing bodies and for advising and supporting the
p.002006: university’s members and governing bodies in connection with these issues.
p.002006: (2) The number and terms of office of the members of the working group on equal opportunities shall be established
p.002006: by the statute. The groups of university members represented in the senate shall be entitled to delegate
p.002006: members to the working group in proportions established by the statute. The working party shall elect a chairperson
p.002006: from among its number.
p.002006: (3) The members of the working group on equal opportunities shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of
p.002006: their tasks (Art 81c Federal Constitutional Law). They may not be obstructed in the fulfillment of their tasks, and
p.002006: shall not be disadvantaged in their career promotion as a result of these activities.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall provide the working group on equal opportunities with information on all internal
p.002006: university matters, and shall grant it access to all documents and electronic data relating to the university’s
p.002006: personnel, knowledge of which is necessary for the exercise of its tasks. Photocopying of such documents
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
p.002006: allow. Access to the personnel files is only permitted with the consent of the data subjects.
p.002006: (5) Are expert opinions and statements prepared by the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues to prepare its decisions
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p.002006: entitled to call the arbitration board within three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) The respective collegial body has the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to inform immediately about its composition. Is the proportion of women at least 50% according to §
p.002006: 20a (2) is not adequately maintained, the working group for equality issues can within four weeks
p.002006: Make an objection to the incorrect composition to the Arbitration Commission. The objection of the incorrect
p.002006: Composition has to be omitted if there are factual reasons. If the collegial body is incorrectly composed,
p.002006: and raises the working group for equality issues
p.002006: 3. a list of candidates invited for interviews.
p.002006: (7) The rectorate shall, when notifying the responsible employee’s council of the candidate with whom an employment
p.002006: contract is to be concluded, simultaneously inform the working group on equal opportunities. Employment contracts
p.002006: concluded without prior notification of the working group or before expiry of the period prescribed by para
p.002006: 8 shall be null and void.
p.002006: (8) If the working group on equal opportunities has reason to believe that a decision made by a
p.002006: university governing body reflects a discrimination against a person on the basis of gender, ethnicity,
p.002006: religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation, it shall have the right to invoke the arbitration board within
p.002006: three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) Each collegial body shall inform the working group on equal opportunities of its composition without delay. If the
p.002006: quota of at least 50% women according to
p.002006: § 20a para 2 in the collegial body is not met, the working group on equal opportunities may raise an
p.002006: objection against the incorrect composition to the arbitration board within four weeks. The objection against the
p.002006: incorrect composition shall not be raised when objective reasons exist. If the composition of the collegial body is
p.002006: incorrect and if the working group on equal opportunities raises an objection, its decisions shall be void. If the
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities does not raise
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p.002006: Objection, the decisions of the collegiate body are void. The working group for equality issues does not survey
p.002006: the objection of incorrect composition on time, the collegial body applies with regard to § 20a para.
p.002006: 2 composed correctly.
p.002006: (8b) The Senate has the working group for equality issues immediately on the result
p.002006: the election of the members of the University Council in accordance with Section 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1. In the event of violation of Section 20a (3)
p.002006: the working group for equality issues can object to the incorrect statement within four weeks
p.002006: Collect the composition of the University Council from the arbitration committee. The objection of incorrect composition
p.002006: must be avoided if there are factual reasons.
p.002006: (8c) The Finding Commission and the Senate have the Working Group on Equal Opportunities
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p.002006: well as the necessary rooms to the working group on equal opportunities for the performance of its duties.
p.002006: arbitration Commission
p.002006: Arbitration board
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration committee must be set up at each university. Her duties include:
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration board shall be established at every university. Its duties shall include:
p.002006: 1. mediation in disputes by members of the university; 1. mediating in
p.002006: disputes between university members;
p.002006: 2. the decision on complaints from the working group for equality issues
p.002006: discrimination on the basis of sex or on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: Belief, age or sexual orientation by decision of a university organ;
p.002006: 3. Decision on defending the incorrect composition of the working group for
p.002006: Equality issues within four weeks;
p.002006: 4. Decision on defending the deficiency of the election proposal of the working group for
p.002006: Equal treatment issues within 14 days.
p.002006: 2. ruling on complaints by the working group on equal opportunities with regard to discrimination on the
p.002006: basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation through decisions of
p.002006: university governing bodies;
p.002006: 3. deciding on objections against the incorrect composition by the working group on equal opportunities within
p.002006: four weeks;
p.002006: 4. deciding on objections against the inadequacy of the election proposal by the working group on equal opportunities
p.002006: within fourteen days.
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p.002006: (2) Matters that are subject to legal recourse and performance reviews
p.002006: excluded from the review by the Arbitration Commission.
p.002006: (3) The arbitration commission should fulfill its tasks as far as possible by agreement between the parties
p.002006: work towards.
p.002006: (4) All organs and members of the university are obliged to the members of the arbitration commission
p.002006: Information, in particular also about personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other information,
p.002006: to give on the matter and to take part in contact discussions.
p.002006: (5) The Arbitration Commission is involved in the matters pursuant to Paragraph 1 No. 2 within three months
p.002006: To decide whether to discriminate by the decision of the university organ
p.002006: Reason of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief,
p.002006: age or sexual orientation. The complaint concerns the proposal of the search commission
p.002006: or the proposal of the Senate to appoint the rector
p.002006: to decide the arbitration commission within 14 days.
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p.002006: to manufacture immediately.
p.002006: (7) The working group for equality issues and the university body concerned have the right to
p.002006: lodge an appeal with the Federal Administrative Court against the decision concluding the proceedings.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the Rector during pending proceedings before the
p.002006: Arbitration commission or in spite of a negative decision of the arbitration commission are ineffective.
p.002006: (9) The Arbitration Commission consists of six members who are not members of the family concerned
p.002006: Must be university. One male and one each
p.002006: (2) Matters which are the subject of legal proceedings, and performance evaluations shall be excluded from
p.002006: investigation by the arbitration board.
p.002006: (3) In the performance of its duties, the arbitration board shall try to reach an agreement between the parties to
p.002006: disputes.
p.002006: (4) All university bodies and members shall be obliged to furnish the arbitration board with information on matters
p.002006: investigated by it, especially on personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information, and take part
p.002006: in communication dialogues.
p.002006: (5) The arbitration board shall issue an official notification on the matters under para 1 subpara 2 within three
p.002006: months, whether the decision by the university governing body discriminates on the basis of gender,
p.002006: ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation. If the complaint concerns the shortlist drawn up
p.002006: by the search committee or the shortlist drawn up by the senate for the election of the rector, the arbitration board
p.002006: shall decide within fourteen days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration board finds that discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation in cases under para 1 subpara 2 has occurred, the university governing
p.002006: body shall be obliged to make a new personnel decision having regard to the legal opinion of the arbitration board. If
p.002006: the discrimination concerns the shortlist submitted by the search committee or the senate for the election of the
p.002006: rector, the shortlist shall be returned to the search committee or the senate. The search committee and the
p.002006: senate are in this case obliged to, without delay, bring about the legal situation which accords with the legal opinion
p.002006: of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (7) The working group on equal opportunities and the university governing body concerned shall however have
p.002006: the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification concluding an arbitration
p.002006: procedure.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the rector during a pending arbitration procedure or in the face of a negative
p.002006: ruling of the arbitration board shall be null and void.
p.002006: (9) The arbitration board shall consist of six members, none of whom may be members of the university concerned. The
p.002006: senate, university council and working
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p.002006: female members are from the Senate, the University Council and the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for one
p.002006: Nominee term of office of two years. Two of the members must be legally qualified. from
p.002006: The Senate, the University Council and the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are each a female and a female
p.002006: to nominate a substitute male member.
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p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 7 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) (7) [removed]
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council is to be determined by the Federal Government on the occasion of
p.002006: Order to be set at three or six years and begins with the order. A one-time reappointment is
p.002006: allowed. If a member of the Science Council leaves prematurely, the
p.002006: to withdraw a new member.
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council shall be determined by the Federal Government
p.002006: as either three or six years when they are appointed and shall commence with the appointment. reappointment
p.002006: shall be permissible for one term. In case of the premature termination of the service of a member of the Science
p.002006: Council, a replacement shall be appointed for the remainder of the term of office of the departing member.
p.002006: (9) Membership in the Science Council ends (9) Membership
p.002006: of the Science Council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office, 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
p.002006: 2. by waiver,
p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal,
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. by death.
p.002006: 4. death.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister convenes the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The
p.002006: or the chairman is elected from among the majority of the members. The Science Council gives one
p.002006: Rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may appoint a member of the Science Council at the request of the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister or at the request of the majority of the members of the Science Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function.
p.002006: (12) The Science Council has a quorum if at least half of the members are present in person.
p.002006: Voice transmissions are not permitted.
p.002006: (13) The Science Council is entitled to invite domestic and foreign experts to the meetings and
p.002006: To set up working groups.
p.002006: (14) The members of the Science Council receive remuneration for their work
p.002006: Federal Minister is to be determined.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister shall convene the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The members shall elect a
p.002006: chairperson from among their number. The Science Council shall adopt rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may, on application of the Federal Minister or of a majority of the members of the Science
p.002006: Council, by official notification, dismiss a member of the Council due to severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal
p.002006: Offence, or mental incapacity or health impairment.
p.002006: (12) The Science Council shall have a quorum when at least half of the members are present. Voting by proxy is
p.002006: impermissible.
p.002006: (13) The Science Council shall be entitled to invite domestic and foreign experts to its meetings, and to establish
p.002006: working parties.
p.002006: (14) The members of the Science Council shall receive compensation for their activities in an amount to be determined
p.002006: by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: (15) The Federal Minister has the Scientific Council to perform its tasks
p.002006: to provide the necessary spatial, technical and personnel equipment.
p.002006: (15) The Federal Minister shall provide the Science Council with the premises, equipment and staff necessary for the
p.002006: performance of its tasks.
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p.002006: Part VIII
p.002006: Transitional and final provisions
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: Implementation of the New
p.002006: Organizational structure
p.002006: founding convention
p.002006: Constituent Convention
p.002006: Section 120. (1) Immediately after
p.002006: Announcement of this federal law to establish a founding convention consisting of twelve members
p.002006: consists.
p.002006: (2) The founding convention includes representatives of the university professors
p.002006: University professors, the group mentioned in section 94 (2) (2), the general university staff and
p.002006: of students of the university of the same name according to UOG 1993 or KUOG.
p.002006: (3) Deviating from paragraph 2, the members of a medical faculty are only for the founding convention of those
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p.002006: agreement and the accounts of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Equality between women and men Gender
p.002006: Equality
p.002006: Duty of Career
p.002006: Advancement for women
p.002006: § 41. All organs of the university have to work towards that in all university work areas
p.002006: balanced number ratio between women and men working at the university. Achievement
p.002006: This goal is achieved through appropriate measures, in particular through the enactment and implementation of a
p.002006: Women's promotion plan to strive for.
p.002006: § 41. All university bodies shall make efforts to achieve a balanced representation of men and
p.002006: women at work in all areas of university activities. Appropriate action shall be taken to attain this goal,
p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
p.002006: Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The Senate has a working group for equal treatment issues at each university
p.002006: to establish whose job it is to discriminate against university organs based on gender
p.002006: as well as based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or sexual
p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
p.002006: combating gender discrimination as well as discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation by university governing bodies and for advising and supporting the
p.002006: university’s members and governing bodies in connection with these issues.
p.002006: (2) The number and terms of office of the members of the working group on equal opportunities shall be established
p.002006: by the statute. The groups of university members represented in the senate shall be entitled to delegate
p.002006: members to the working group in proportions established by the statute. The working party shall elect a chairperson
p.002006: from among its number.
p.002006: (3) The members of the working group on equal opportunities shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of
p.002006: their tasks (Art 81c Federal Constitutional Law). They may not be obstructed in the fulfillment of their tasks, and
p.002006: shall not be disadvantaged in their career promotion as a result of these activities.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall provide the working group on equal opportunities with information on all internal
p.002006: university matters, and shall grant it access to all documents and electronic data relating to the university’s
p.002006: personnel, knowledge of which is necessary for the exercise of its tasks. Photocopying of such documents
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
p.002006: allow. Access to the personnel files is only permitted with the consent of the data subjects.
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p.002006: shall be permitted on request. Access to employees ’files shall be subject to the consent of the persons
p.002006: Concerned.
p.002006: (5) In case that the working group on equal opportunities seeks reports, opinions or information from experts as a
p.002006: basis for its decisions, such experts shall be furnished with the necessary documentation. These experts
p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
p.002006: representing religion or belief, age or sexual orientation, it is
p.002006: entitled to call the arbitration board within three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) The respective collegial body has the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to inform immediately about its composition. Is the proportion of women at least 50% according to §
p.002006: 20a (2) is not adequately maintained, the working group for equality issues can within four weeks
p.002006: Make an objection to the incorrect composition to the Arbitration Commission. The objection of the incorrect
p.002006: Composition has to be omitted if there are factual reasons. If the collegial body is incorrectly composed,
p.002006: and raises the working group for equality issues
p.002006: 3. a list of candidates invited for interviews.
p.002006: (7) The rectorate shall, when notifying the responsible employee’s council of the candidate with whom an employment
p.002006: contract is to be concluded, simultaneously inform the working group on equal opportunities. Employment contracts
p.002006: concluded without prior notification of the working group or before expiry of the period prescribed by para
p.002006: 8 shall be null and void.
p.002006: (8) If the working group on equal opportunities has reason to believe that a decision made by a
p.002006: university governing body reflects a discrimination against a person on the basis of gender, ethnicity,
p.002006: religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation, it shall have the right to invoke the arbitration board within
p.002006: three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) Each collegial body shall inform the working group on equal opportunities of its composition without delay. If the
p.002006: quota of at least 50% women according to
p.002006: § 20a para 2 in the collegial body is not met, the working group on equal opportunities may raise an
p.002006: objection against the incorrect composition to the arbitration board within four weeks. The objection against the
p.002006: incorrect composition shall not be raised when objective reasons exist. If the composition of the collegial body is
p.002006: incorrect and if the working group on equal opportunities raises an objection, its decisions shall be void. If the
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities does not raise
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p.002006: Objection, the decisions of the collegiate body are void. The working group for equality issues does not survey
p.002006: the objection of incorrect composition on time, the collegial body applies with regard to § 20a para.
p.002006: 2 composed correctly.
p.002006: (8b) The Senate has the working group for equality issues immediately on the result
p.002006: the election of the members of the University Council in accordance with Section 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1. In the event of violation of Section 20a (3)
p.002006: the working group for equality issues can object to the incorrect statement within four weeks
p.002006: Collect the composition of the University Council from the arbitration committee. The objection of incorrect composition
p.002006: must be avoided if there are factual reasons.
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p.002006: Human and material resources as well as the necessary rooms according to the budgetary possibilities
p.002006: To make available.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister shall publish a statement, based on the reports of the universities, on the implementation of
p.002006: the gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies according to § 20a at all universities on the website of the
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research in an appropriate format.
p.002006: (9) If the working group on equal opportunities lodges a complaint with the arbitration board, the entry into effect
p.002006: of the university governing body’s decision shall be impermissible until the arbitration board has ruled on the matter.
p.002006: (10) The working group shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the
p.002006: rectorate.
p.002006: (11) The rectorate shall, contingent upon budgetary considerations, allocate the required personnel and equipment as
p.002006: well as the necessary rooms to the working group on equal opportunities for the performance of its duties.
p.002006: arbitration Commission
p.002006: Arbitration board
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration committee must be set up at each university. Her duties include:
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration board shall be established at every university. Its duties shall include:
p.002006: 1. mediation in disputes by members of the university; 1. mediating in
p.002006: disputes between university members;
p.002006: 2. the decision on complaints from the working group for equality issues
p.002006: discrimination on the basis of sex or on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: Belief, age or sexual orientation by decision of a university organ;
p.002006: 3. Decision on defending the incorrect composition of the working group for
p.002006: Equality issues within four weeks;
p.002006: 4. Decision on defending the deficiency of the election proposal of the working group for
p.002006: Equal treatment issues within 14 days.
p.002006: 2. ruling on complaints by the working group on equal opportunities with regard to discrimination on the
p.002006: basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation through decisions of
p.002006: university governing bodies;
p.002006: 3. deciding on objections against the incorrect composition by the working group on equal opportunities within
p.002006: four weeks;
p.002006: 4. deciding on objections against the inadequacy of the election proposal by the working group on equal opportunities
p.002006: within fourteen days.
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p.002006: (2) Matters that are subject to legal recourse and performance reviews
p.002006: excluded from the review by the Arbitration Commission.
p.002006: (3) The arbitration commission should fulfill its tasks as far as possible by agreement between the parties
p.002006: work towards.
p.002006: (4) All organs and members of the university are obliged to the members of the arbitration commission
p.002006: Information, in particular also about personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other information,
p.002006: to give on the matter and to take part in contact discussions.
p.002006: (5) The Arbitration Commission is involved in the matters pursuant to Paragraph 1 No. 2 within three months
p.002006: To decide whether to discriminate by the decision of the university organ
p.002006: Reason of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief,
p.002006: age or sexual orientation. The complaint concerns the proposal of the search commission
p.002006: or the proposal of the Senate to appoint the rector
p.002006: to decide the arbitration commission within 14 days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration commission affirms the existence of discrimination on the basis of the
p.002006: Gender, based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or age
p.002006: sexual orientation, the university organ has a new personnel decision taking into account the
p.002006: Legal opinion of the arbitration commission. Does the discrimination concern the proposal of the
p.002006: The Finding Commission or the Senate to appoint the Rector is the
p.002006: Proposal to be returned to the Finding Commission or the Senate The Finding Commission and the Senate
p.002006: are obliged in this case to have the legal status that corresponds to the legal opinion of the arbitration commission
p.002006: to manufacture immediately.
p.002006: (7) The working group for equality issues and the university body concerned have the right to
p.002006: lodge an appeal with the Federal Administrative Court against the decision concluding the proceedings.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the Rector during pending proceedings before the
p.002006: Arbitration commission or in spite of a negative decision of the arbitration commission are ineffective.
p.002006: (9) The Arbitration Commission consists of six members who are not members of the family concerned
p.002006: Must be university. One male and one each
p.002006: (2) Matters which are the subject of legal proceedings, and performance evaluations shall be excluded from
p.002006: investigation by the arbitration board.
p.002006: (3) In the performance of its duties, the arbitration board shall try to reach an agreement between the parties to
p.002006: disputes.
p.002006: (4) All university bodies and members shall be obliged to furnish the arbitration board with information on matters
p.002006: investigated by it, especially on personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information, and take part
p.002006: in communication dialogues.
p.002006: (5) The arbitration board shall issue an official notification on the matters under para 1 subpara 2 within three
p.002006: months, whether the decision by the university governing body discriminates on the basis of gender,
p.002006: ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation. If the complaint concerns the shortlist drawn up
p.002006: by the search committee or the shortlist drawn up by the senate for the election of the rector, the arbitration board
p.002006: shall decide within fourteen days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration board finds that discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation in cases under para 1 subpara 2 has occurred, the university governing
p.002006: body shall be obliged to make a new personnel decision having regard to the legal opinion of the arbitration board. If
p.002006: the discrimination concerns the shortlist submitted by the search committee or the senate for the election of the
p.002006: rector, the shortlist shall be returned to the search committee or the senate. The search committee and the
p.002006: senate are in this case obliged to, without delay, bring about the legal situation which accords with the legal opinion
p.002006: of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (7) The working group on equal opportunities and the university governing body concerned shall however have
p.002006: the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification concluding an arbitration
p.002006: procedure.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the rector during a pending arbitration procedure or in the face of a negative
p.002006: ruling of the arbitration board shall be null and void.
p.002006: (9) The arbitration board shall consist of six members, none of whom may be members of the university concerned. The
p.002006: senate, university council and working
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p.002006: female members are from the Senate, the University Council and the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for one
p.002006: Nominee term of office of two years. Two of the members must be legally qualified. from
p.002006: The Senate, the University Council and the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are each a female and a female
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p.002006: to be recognized if the ECTS credit points are the same or differ only slightly. Such recognitions
p.002006: can generally be specified in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The recognition of examinations contrary to the provisions of
p.002006: § 63 paragraphs 8 and 9 have been taken at another university or teacher training college is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific activity in companies or research institutions
p.002006: outside of the university and outside of the involved in the case of jointly established studies
p.002006: Educational institutions that can provide academic vocational training are in accordance with Art
p.002006: the research activities and research projects of the institution concerned and the type and scope of the
p.002006: Participation or activity of the student according to the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: or recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (4) The artistic activity at institutions outside the university and at jointly established
p.002006: Studies outside the educational institutions involved, which is an artistic
p.002006: Being able to provide vocational training depends on the type of artistic activity and the type and scope
p.002006: the participation or activity of the student in accordance with the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (5) For teacher training and instrumental (vocal), religious and business education studies
p.002006: are relevant occupational activities with educational elements in accordance with the equivalence on request
p.002006: of the regular student on appropriate practice-oriented courses
p.002006: to be officially recognized as an examination.
p.002006: (6) At the request of ordinary students who want to carry out part of their studies abroad
p.002006: determine, by decision, which of the planned examinations corresponds to the examinations prescribed in the curriculum
p.002006: are equivalent. The documents required for the assessment are from the applicant
p.002006: required.
p.002006: Examinations taken at a domestic university or a university in the European Union or European Economic Area shall be
p.002006: recognized for further study of the same subject at another domestic university provided that the number of ECTS
p.002006: credits is the same or only slightly different. Such recognition may be generally prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum.
p.002006: (2) Recognition of examinations taken at another university or university college of teacher education which
p.002006: contravene the provisions of § 63 paras 8 and 9 is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific research at business establishments or research establishments outside the university and in
p.002006: jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions concerned, capable of providing preparatory
p.002006: scientific training shall, by official notification, be recognized as equivalent to examinations on application of a
p.002006: degree student if the nature of the research and the research projects at the establishment concerned,
p.002006: and the nature and extent of the student’s participation therein or activities is comparable.
p.002006: (4) Artistic activities outside the university and in jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions
p.002006: concerned, capable of providing pre-vocational artistic vocational education shall be recognized as equivalent to
p.002006: examinations on application of a degree student if the nature of the activities, and the nature and extent of the
p.002006: student’s participation therein is comparable.
p.002006: (5) In the case of teacher training programs as well as instrumental or vocal, religious, or economic educational
p.002006: programs, any relevant professional activities involving pedagogical skills shall, on application of a degree student
p.002006: and under the precondition of equivalence, be recognized, by official notification, as equivalent to an examination for
p.002006: respective practice-oriented courses.
p.002006: (6) In response to a request by a degree student to conduct part of his / her studies abroad, the university shall give
p.002006: notice of the examinations which such student plans to take which are deemed equivalent to those prescribed by
p.002006: the curriculum. The applicant shall submit the documents required to assess such equivalence.
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p.002006: (7) The recognition of an examination is considered to be the start of an examination and a positive assessment of the corresponding one in
p.002006: Curriculum prescribed exam in the course for which the exam is recognized.
p.002006: (8) Positive assessments that have been taken by extraordinary students are for ordinary ones
p.002006: Studies based on equivalence can only be recognized insofar as they
p.002006: (7) Recognition of an examination shall be deemed equivalent to a pass in the like examination prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum for the studies for which such examination is recognized.
p.002006: (8) Recognition may only be accorded to equivalent examinations passed by non-degree seeking students if taken
p.002006: 1. in the context of university courses or university courses, 1. in connection with
p.002006: university or university colleges further education
p.002006: courses;
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p.002006: 6. People who are demonstrably prevented from doing so due to a stay abroad for imperative reasons
p.002006: were to submit an application within the entire general admission period.
p.002006: different general admission period may be stipulated for the admission to those degree programs that are
p.002006: subject to a special admission procedure. The statutes may lay down other arrangements that permit admission to
p.002006: master’s programs outside of the general admission period and the special admission period, if the
p.002006: admission is granted based on the completion of a bachelor’s program at the same university or, in jointly
p.002006: offered degree programs at one of the educational institutions concerned.
p.002006: (2) Upon expiry of the general admission period, the extension period shall commence; it shall expire on 30
p.002006: November in the winter semester, and on April 30 in the summer semester. Admission and registration for the
p.002006: continuation of studies is permissible in the extension period; for students pursuant to § 91 para 1 only, if the
p.002006: increased tuition fees are paid. Admission to a diploma or bachelor’s programs within the special admission period
p.002006: shall only be granted in exceptional cases. Exceptional cases include in particular:
p.002006: 1. Failure to pass an admission procedure or successfully complete an orientation period in another degree
p.002006: programs, provided that the results for the winter semester are available only after 31 August and for the
p.002006: summer semester after 31 January;
p.002006: 2. Obtaining the general university entrance qualification for the winter semester after August 31 and for the
p.002006: summer semester after 31 January;
p.002006: 3. Persons completing their compulsory community service, military service, training service or a year of voluntary
p.002006: work in the social sector, provided that they completed their service or received their conscription order and did not
p.002006: begin their service or, prior to the end of the special admission period, discontinued or took a leave from their
p.002006: service by August 31 or January 31;
p.002006: 4. Persons who establish that unforeseeable and unpreventable circumstances during the entire general admission period
p.002006: precluded them from observing the deadline and that this was beyond their control or only due to a minor oversight on
p.002006: their part;
p.002006: 5. Persons who submit evidence that employment or internships precluded them from submitting an application
p.002006: within the entire general admission period;
p.002006: 6. Persons who submit evidence that a stay abroad due to unavoidable circumstances precluded them from
p.002006: submitting an application within the entire general admission period.
p.002006: Further reasons can be specified in the statutes. Additional exceptions
p.002006: may be laid down in the statutes.
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p.002006: (3) The general admission period applies to: (3) The
p.002006: general admission period shall be applicable to:
p.002006: 1. Austrian citizens; 1.
p.002006: Austrian citizens;
p.002006: 2. Nationals of an EU or EEA country; 2nd nationals of
p.002006: a EU or EEA country;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons, one limited to a maximum of two semesters
p.002006: Admission to study in Austria either on the basis of transnational EU, state or university
p.002006: Mobility programs, including joint study programs, or after completing foreign ones
p.002006: Studies in one of the first diploma exams of the chosen diploma course or in a
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p.002006: include at least two examinations, for which at least two examination dates shall be offered in each semester,
p.002006: one of which may also take place in the recess period. The successful completion of all courses and examinations of the
p.002006: orientation period shall entitle students to take other courses and examinations as well as to write the
p.002006: bachelor's papers and diploma theses prescribed in the curriculum.
p.002006: (3) The curriculum may permit that more advanced courses of up to 22 ECTS credits may be taken prior to the successful
p.002006: completion of the orientation period.
p.002006: (4) The admission to a degree program shall expire, if a student fails the last permissible repetition of an
p.002006: examination prescribed for the orientation period. A new admission to the respective programs, notwithstanding § 63
p.002006: para 7, can be applied for not earlier than in the third semester after expiry of the admission. A new
p.002006: admission can be applied for twice. After each renewed admission, the student shall again be entitled to the total
p.002006: number of re-sits in the orientation period under § 77.
p.002006: (5) The goal of the orientation period is the orientation to the most important contents of the studies and not a
p.002006: quantitative admission restriction.
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p.002006: leave of Absence
p.002006: Academic Leave
p.002006: § 67. (1) Students are on application for one or more semesters because of § 67. (1) Students shall, upon
p.002006: application, be permitted by official notification
p.002006: to take a leave of absence because of
p.002006: 1. Performance of a presence, training or community service or 1. compulsory military
p.002006: service, training service, or community service, or
p.002006: 2. Disease that has been shown to prevent progress in the study or 2. longer periods of
p.002006: sickness which verifiable impedes the progress of studies,
p.002006: or
p.002006: 3. pregnancy or
p.002006: 3. pregnancy, or
p.002006: 4. Childcare duties or other similar care duties or
p.002006: 4. care of children or similar kinds of care, or
p.002006: 5. the performance of a voluntary social year 5. a
p.002006: voluntary year of social service,
p.002006: to leave on leave. Further reasons can be specified in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) Leave of absence must be applied for at the latest at the beginning of the respective semester. In the event of the unforeseen
p.002006: and the inevitable occurrence of a legal reason for a leave of absence can only last until the end of the
p.002006: Extension of the respective semester can be requested.
p.002006: (3) The leave of absence is effective for all studies of the educational institution to which this was requested and for
p.002006: jointly established studies for all studies of the participating educational institutions. During the leave of absence
p.002006: admission to the course remains open. Attending courses, taking exams
p.002006: as well as the submission and assessment of scientific and artistic works is not permitted.
p.002006: for two or more semesters. Additional exceptions may be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) Academic leave shall be applied for at the beginning of the respective semester at the latest. In the
p.002006: event of the unforeseen and unavoidable occurrence of a statutory reason for academic leave, it may be applied
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p.002006: program
p.002006: § 64. General university entrance qualification §
p.002006: 64th General University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 64a. University entrance examination § 64a.
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification Examination
p.002006: Section 65. Special university entrance qualification
p.002006: 65th Special University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 65a. Suitability for teacher training and professional studies at elementary education institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for teaching at Elementary Educational
p.002006: Institutions
p.002006: Section 65b. Legal protection in admission procedures § 65b.
p.002006: Legal protection in respect of admission procedures
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p.002006: Section 66. Study entry and orientation phase Section 66.
p.002006: Study Starting and Orientation Period
p.002006: Section 67. Leave of absence
p.002006: § 67. Academic Leave
p.002006: Section 68. Expiry of admission to regular studies Section 68.
p.002006: Expiry of Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: § 69. Certificate of departure §
p.002006: 69. Leaving Certificate
p.002006: Section 70. Admission to extraordinary studies Section 70.
p.002006: Admission to non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 71. Expiry of admission to extraordinary studies Section 71. Expiry
p.002006: of Admission to Non-Degree Programs
p.002006: 3a. section
p.002006: Access regulations in the context of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Chapter 3a
p.002006: Admission Regulations in the Context of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 71a. aims
p.002006: Section 71a. Objectives
p.002006: Section 71b. Admission to particularly popular bachelor and diploma courses
p.002006: Section 71c. Additional provisions for admission to the studies affected by the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: Section 71d. Admission to bachelor and diploma courses that are particularly in high demand at a university
p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Assessment of academic success and certificates
p.002006: Section 71b. Admission to Very Popular Bachelor and Diploma Degree Programs
p.002006: Section 71c. Supplementary Provisions Relating to the Admission to Degree Programs Subject to the German Numerus
p.002006: clausus
p.002006: Section 71d. Admission to Very Popular Bachelor's and Diploma Programs at a University
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: Determination of Academic Success and Certificates
p.002006: Section 72. Assessment and assessment of academic success Section 72.
p.002006: Determination of Academic Success and Academic Assessment
p.002006: Section 73. Annulment of assessments Section 73.
p.002006: Annulations of assessments
p.002006: Section 74. Certificates
p.002006: Section 74. Certificates
p.002006: 4a. section
p.002006: Admission and supplementary exams, courses and exams
p.002006: Chapter 4a
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations, Courses and Examinations
p.002006: Section 75. Admission and supplementary exams Section 75.
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations
p.002006: Section 76. Courses and examinations Section 76.
p.002006: Courses and examinations
p.002006: Section 77. Repetition of exams Section 77.
p.002006: Repetition of examinations
p.002006: Section 78. Recognition of exams Section 78.
p.002006: Recognition of examinations
p.002006: Section 79. Legal protection for exams Section 79.
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p.002006: § 138. Legal succession with respect to shared properties, buildings and rooms
p.002006: § 139. Transfer of Properties Owned by the Federal Government to the Universities
p.002006: § 140. Transfer to Universities of Properties, Movable Assets and Rights Owned by Organizational Units with
p.002006: Restricted Legal Capacity at Universities and Universities of the Arts
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p.002006: 5a. University Association section
p.002006: Section 140a. succession
p.002006: Section 140a. Legal succession
p.002006: Chapter 5a Merger of Universities
p.002006: Section 140b. Transitional provisions for the articles of association, the organizational and the development plan
p.002006: Section 140c. Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 140b. Transitional Provisions for the Statutes, the Organization Plan and the Development Plan
p.002006: Section 140c. Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: Section 140d. Transfer of personnel §
p.002006: 140d. Transition of University Staff
p.002006: Section 140e. Transitional provisions for the representation of employees' interests
p.002006: Section 140e. Transitional Provisions for the Representation of Employee Interests
p.002006: § 140f. Transitional provisions under study law § 140f.
p.002006: Transitional Provisions Pertaining to Study Law
p.002006: § 140g. and § 140h. Other provisions § 140g. and §
p.002006: 140h. Other commissions
p.002006: 6. Budget section
p.002006: § 141.
p.002006: § 141.
p.002006: 6a. section
p.002006: Future capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Chapter 6 budget
p.002006: Chapter 6a
p.002006: Future Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 141a. Principles (note: repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) § 141a. [Removed]
p.002006: Section 141b. Service agreements for the period 2019 to 2021 § 141b. performance
p.002006: Agreements for the Period 2019 to 2021
p.002006: Section 141c. Implementation of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Section 7 Entry into Force and Execution
p.002006: Section 141c. Implementation of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: Entry into Force and Implementation
p.002006: Section 142. References
p.002006: § 142. References
p.002006: Section 143. Entry into force and expiry of legal provisions Section 143. Entry
p.002006: into Force and Expiration of Legal Provisions
p.002006: Section 144. Enforcement
p.002006: § 144. Implementation
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p.002006: Part I.
p.002006: Part I
p.002006: organization law
p.002006: Organizational Law
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: 1. subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 1
p.002006: Principles, tasks and scope Principles, Responsibilities and
p.002006: Scope of application
p.002006: aims
p.002006: Objectives
p.002006: § 1. (1) The universities are called, scientific research and teaching, development and development
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as the teaching of art and thereby responsible for solving the
p.002006: Human problems and the prosperous development of society and the natural environment
p.002006: contribute. Universities are educational institutions under public law that are active in research and in
p.002006: research-led academic teaching on the production of new scientific knowledge as well as on the
p.002006: Tapping new entrances to the arts. In the joint work of teachers and
p.002006: In an enlightened knowledge society, the pursuit of education and autonomy of the
p.002006: Individual accomplished through science. The funding of young scientists goes along
p.002006: the development of skills and qualifications in both the scientific and artistic fields
p.002006: Content as well as in the area of methodological skills with the aim of coping with social
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p.002006: Rights of citizens);
p.002006: 2. Linking research and teaching, linking the development and development of the arts and their teaching
p.002006: as well as the connection between science and art;
p.002006: 3. Diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles to be observed by the universities in pursuance of their objects are:
p.002006: 1. freedom of sciences and their teaching (Art 17 of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals,
p.002006: Imperial Legal Gazette No 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic activity, the dissemination of the arts
p.002006: and their teaching (Art 17a of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals);
p.002006: 2. interaction between research and teaching, the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts, and science and
p.002006: art;
p.002006: 3. diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: 4. freedom of learning;
p.002006: 4. freedom of study;
p.002006: 5. Taking into account the requirements for access to the profession, particularly for teaching in schools
p.002006: or working at elementary education institutions;
p.002006: 6. Participation of the students, especially with regard to study matters and the quality assurance of teaching;
p.002006: 7. National and international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: Graduates as well as academic and artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. Attention to the requirements for entry to professional careers, in particular for teaching at schools or at
p.002006: elementary educational institutions;
p.002006: 6. student co-determination, particularly in respect of matters relating to studies and quality assurance of
p.002006: teaching;
p.002006: 7. national and international mobility of students, graduates, and university scientific and artistic staff;
p.002006: 8. cooperation between university members; 8. collaborative
p.002006: relationships between members of the university;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men; 9. equality
p.002006: of the sexes;
p.002006: 10. equal social opportunities;
p.002006: 10. equality of social opportunity;
p.002006: 11. special attention to the needs of disabled people; 11. special attention to the
p.002006: needs of the handicapped;
p.002006: 12. Economy, economy and practicality of handling; 12. efficient, economical and
p.002006: expedient management of finances;
p.002006: 13. Compatibility of studies or work with childcare obligations for children and relatives in need of care;
p.002006: 13. compatibility of studies or career and responsibilities for the care of children and family members requiring care;
p.002006: 14. Sustainable use of resources. 14th
p.002006: sustainable use of resources.
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: § 3. The universities fulfill the following tasks within their scope:
p.002006: § 3. Within their sphere of action, the universities fulfil the following tasks:
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p.002006: 1. Development of the sciences (research and teaching), development and development of art as well as teaching of
p.002006: Art;
p.002006: 2. Education through science and through the development and development of the arts;
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p.002006: particular in the form of donations, gifts, and sponsoring.
p.002006: University report
p.002006: University Report
p.002006: § 11. The Federal Minister has based the National Council from 2005 on
p.002006: the universities' intellectual capital reports, at least every three years, to report on developments so far and
p.002006: to present the future direction of the universities. Among other things, it also focuses on promoting young talent
p.002006: the development of the personnel structure of the universities and the situation of the students.
p.002006: § 11. Starting in 2005, the Federal Minister shall submit to the National Council at the minimum every three years a
p.002006: report on the universities 'previous development and future strategy based on the universities' intellectual
p.002006: capital reports. Such ministerial reports shall contain, inter alia, a discussion of the advancement of junior
p.002006: academics, developments with regard to universities ’staffing, and the situation of students.
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p.002006: 2nd subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 2
p.002006: Financing, performance agreement and quality assurance
p.002006: Quality assurance
p.002006: University funding from federal funds
p.002006: Federal Funding of Universities
p.002006: § 12. (1) The universities are to be financed by the federal government. The financial ones
p.002006: Performance options of the federal government, its requirements for universities and the fulfillment of tasks of the
p.002006: Universities to take into account.
p.002006: (2) The Federal Minister, in agreement with the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister of Finance by latest
p.002006: October 31 of the second year of each performance agreement period in accordance with Section 13, taking into account the
p.002006: expected student numbers and the supervisory relationships for the next
p.002006: Performance agreement period to fund the total amount available to universities and its
p.002006: Allocation to budget pillars for the university performance areas
p.002006: § 12. (1) The universities shall be funded by the Federal Government, having regard to its financial resources, the
p.002006: requirements imposed by it on the universities and the fulfillment of their tasks.
p.002006: (2) Pursuant to § 13, the Federal Minister shall, in consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, taking into
p.002006: account the by 31 October of the second year of each performance agreement period establish the total amount
p.002006: dedicated to university funding in the next performance agreement period and its division into the budget columns for
p.002006: the university performance areas
p.002006: 1. Teaching (“Teaching budget pillar”), 1.
p.002006: teaching (“budget column’ teaching ’”),
p.002006: 2. Research or development and development of the arts ("budget pillar research or EEK") and
p.002006: 3. Infrastructure and strategic development ("budget pillar infrastructure and strategic development")
p.002006: and to agree on this in accordance with Section 60 of the 2013 Federal Budget Act
p.002006: (BHG 2013), BGBl. I No. 139/2009, in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 53/2017.
p.002006: (3) In connection with the negotiations on the service agreements, a
p.002006: There is a shift between the budget pillars in accordance with paragraph 2. From the budget pillars teaching and research or EEK
p.002006: However, only a share of up to 2% each of the budget pillar infrastructure and strategic development
p.002006: be struck. In agreement with the Federal Minister of Finance, a
p.002006: higher proportion of the budget pillar infrastructure and strategic development will be added.
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p.002006: set.
p.002006: the arts. Furthermore, the minimum basic research performance / basic performance in the advancement and
p.002006: appreciation of the arts in each group of disciplines shall be determined based on the number of full-time
p.002006: equivalents of staff in selected job groups by group of disciplines per calendar year.
p.002006: c) Studies and further education: c)
p.002006: study programs and continuing education:
p.002006: The information on the course of study and further training activities are provided by corresponding statistics on the
p.002006: quantitative development in these areas and by means of the results of the evaluation of
p.002006: Document course assessments after studies. On this basis, the projects in the study and
p.002006: To designate further education area and to define any changes in the teaching and learning organization with which
p.002006: the desired qualification profiles of the students and researchers should be met.
p.002006: Furthermore, the number of study places available in the individual subject groups is at least for
p.002006: regular bachelor, master and diploma studies per academic year as well as the number of study places for
p.002006: Determine first-year students for bachelor and diploma studies in accordance with § 71b per academic year.
p.002006: d) Measures to reduce the number of dropouts:
p.002006: The university has to carry out surveys on the causes of dropouts and
p.002006: Announce activities to improve graduation rates. The university also has measures
p.002006: for expanding student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the introductory and orientation phase
p.002006: and to develop support services for students with children.
p.002006: The information on programs and continuing education activities shall be supported by appropriate statistics
p.002006: relating to quantitative trends in these areas and by the results of analysis of student course evaluations, broken
p.002006: down by programs. The university shall set out its plans for its degree and continuing education programs, and
p.002006: shall specify any changes in the organization of teaching and study aimed at aligning it to the desired
p.002006: qualification profiles of students and research staff. Furthermore, the minimum number of study
p.002006: places to be offered for bachelor's, master's and diploma degree programs per academic year in each group of
p.002006: disciplines as well as the number of study places for first-year students in bachelor's and diploma programs
p.002006: according to § 71b per academic year shall be determined.
p.002006: d) measures to reduce the number of students dropping out:
p.002006: The university shall examine the reasons for drop-outs and shall announce measures aimed at
p.002006: increasing the proportion of those graduating. Furthermore, the university shall devise measures
p.002006: for extended student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the orientation period as well as
p.002006: for a greater availability of child care facilities for students with children.
p.002006: e) Improvement of childcare relationships: e)
p.002006: improvement of student-teacher ratios:
p.002006: It is particularly taking into account the needs of each scientific or
p.002006: artistic subject to strive to improve the care ratio with the aim
p.002006: to achieve international standards in student support.
p.002006: Taking in particular the requirements of the respective academic or artistic subject into account, an
p.002006: improvement in the student-teacher ratio shall be aimed at, with a view to student-teacher ratios that are common by
p.002006: international standards.
p.002006: f) Offers for working students: f)
p.002006: offerings for working students:
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p.002006: In any case, this includes the creation of part-time courses and of
p.002006: Part-time study programs also taking blended learning into account.
p.002006: This includes the creation of part-time study programs, which should also include blended learning.
p.002006: g) social objectives: g)
p.002006: social goals:
p.002006: The university has to formulate its contribution to the development of society. In any case, this includes measures for
p.002006: better social permeability, to increase the proportion of women in managerial positions
p.002006: University and for the targeted promotion of young researchers, the expansion of social
p.002006: relevant areas of art, culture and research as well as knowledge and technology transfer. Furthermore has
p.002006: the university takes measures on the social dimension in teaching and on the inclusion of
p.002006: developing underrepresented groups in higher education.
p.002006: The university shall formulate its contribution to social progress. This includes measures to improve social
p.002006: permeability, to increase the proportion of women in leadership positions at universities, the
p.002006: promotion of female junior researchers in a targeted manner, the advancement of socially relevant areas of
p.002006: art, culture and research, and knowledge and technology transfers. Furthermore, the university shall develop
p.002006: measures aiming to promote the social dimension in teaching and to include underrepresented groups in higher education.
p.002006: h) Increasing internationality and mobility: h) increase
p.002006: in internationality and mobility:
p.002006: Activities and projects in this area relate in particular to multi-year projects
p.002006: international cooperation with universities, other research institutions and institutions from the
p.002006: Art and culture area, on joint study and exchange programs for students, for the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff as well as increasing the proportion of foreign
p.002006: Students and postgraduates.
p.002006: i) inter-university cooperation and cooperation with other post-secondary educational institutions:
p.002006: The university has in particular its activities for the common use of
p.002006: Organizational units and services with other post-secondary educational institutions
p.002006: determine. There is information about the areas, scope and impact of the collaborations
p.002006: deliver.
p.002006: Activities and projects in this area relate, in particular, to multi-year international co-operation
p.002006: agreements with other universities, research institutions and artistic or cultural institutions, to joint
p.002006: programs and exchange programs for students as well as for the scientific and artistic staff, and to an increase in
p.002006: the proportion of foreign undergraduates and postgraduates in the student body.
p.002006: i) inter-university co-operation and co-operation with other post-secondary educational institutions: In that, the
p.002006: university shall give an account of its efforts to promote the common use of organizational units and services with
p.002006: other post-secondary educational institutions. This shall include information on the areas, extent and effects of
p.002006: the co-operation with other Austrian universities.
p.002006: j) Definition of indicators:
p.002006: j) establishment of indicators:
p.002006: Indicators are to be defined on the basis of which the achievement of certain performance agreement goals
p.002006: can be measured; the relevant indicators are to be included in the university's knowledge base.
p.002006: k) in relation to studies for teaching at schools or professional activities in elementary education
p.002006: Educational institutions: The basis of the performance agreement is a positive one for newly established studies
p.002006: Indicators shall be established which serve to measure the attainment of particular objectives of the performance
p.002006: agreement; the indicators chosen shall be included in the intellectual capital report of the the university.
p.002006: k) for teacher training programs for schools or elementary educational institutions: Performance agreements for newly
p.002006: established programs shall be subject to approval by the Quality Assurance Council for Teacher Training.
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p.002006: are obliged to participate.
p.002006: (7) The achievements of the university professors
p.002006: as well as the university lecturers and the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff in research, art and
p.002006: Teaching operations must be evaluated regularly, but at least every five years. The more detailed provisions
p.002006: meets the statutes.
p.002006: (8) The results of all evaluations are based on the decisions of the university bodies
p.002006: lay. The assessment of teaching by the students must be taken into account in the performance agreements.
p.002006: (9) The federal government is responsible for the effort required for evaluations initiated by the Federal Minister
p.002006: wear.
p.002006: 1. on the initiative of the university council or rectorate of the university in question or the Federal Minister where
p.002006: they relate to individual universities;
p.002006: 2. on the initiative of the university councils or rectorates of the universities in question or the Federal
p.002006: Minister where more than one university is concerned.
p.002006: (6) The universities concerned and their governing bodies shall be obliged to provide the necessary data and
p.002006: information (personal data according to Art 4 No 1 GDPR and other information) for evaluations, and to contribute to
p.002006: it.
p.002006: (7) The performance of university professors, associate professors, and other research, artistic and teaching staff
p.002006: shall be regularly evaluated, at least once every five years. The detailed arrangements shall be established by
p.002006: university statutes.
p.002006: (8) The consequences of all evaluations shall be for the decision of the governing bodies of the
p.002006: universities. Performance agreements shall include arrangements for student evaluation of teaching.
p.002006: (9) The cost of evaluations ordered by the Federal Minister shall be borne by the Federal Government.
p.002006: 3rd subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 3
p.002006: Management and Accounting Financial Management and
p.002006: Accounting
p.002006: financial management
p.002006: Financial management
p.002006: § 15. (1) The Rectorate has the conduct of the university according to the principles of legality,
p.002006: Efficiency, expediency, economy and transparency to shape and the budget of the
p.002006: To run the university with due care.
p.002006: (2) The universities can freely dispose of their income, unless otherwise stipulated by law
p.002006: is. Any intended uses must be taken into account.
p.002006: § 15. (1) The rectorate shall conduct the financial affairs of the university in accordance with the law, and with the
p.002006: principles of efficiency, expediency, frugality and transparency, and shall manage the universities ’budget with due
p.002006: care.
p.002006: (2) The universities shall be free to use their income as they see fit, except insofar as the law provides
p.002006: otherwise, and having regard to the purposes of any tied funds.
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p.002006: (3) The universities are managed in their own name and for their own account.
p.002006: (4) The establishment of liabilities related to the ongoing business of the university
p.002006: going out requires the approval of the University Council. This can authorize the rectorate
p.002006: Accept liabilities up to a certain amount without his prior consent.
p.002006: (4a) The universities have, without prejudice to paragraph 4, before entering into liability or before taking out loans
p.002006: with a limit of 10 million euros or more, obtain the approval of the Federal Minister.
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p.002006: determine different upper limits for groups of universities. The compensation shall be published in the university
p.002006: gazette.
p.002006: (12) The university council shall have a quorum when at least half of the number of members stipulated under para 3 are
p.002006: present. Voting by proxy is impermissible. The university council shall resolve by simple majority, except insofar as
p.002006: this act provides otherwise. This shall also apply if one member or several members terminate their
p.002006: membership prematurely or the new member or the new members have not been elected or appointed or the additional member
p.002006: has not been appointed yet.
p.002006: (13) Membership of the University Council ends (13)
p.002006: Membership of the university council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office; 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
p.002006: 2. by waiver;
p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal;
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. through death;
p.002006: 4. death;
p.002006: 5. by the end of the ten-year term. 5th expiry
p.002006: of the ten-year term of office.
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may appoint a member of the University Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function. A dismissal presupposes corresponding decisions of the Senate and the Rectorate,
p.002006: both of which require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The Rectorate, the Chair of the Senate, the Chair of the Working Group for
p.002006: Equality issues and the chairperson of the student body at the
p.002006: University concerned have the right to attend the University Council meetings
p.002006: Agenda items that relate to their area of responsibility. The chairs of the two works councils
p.002006: Pursuant to Section 135 (3), invitations are to be made and each has the right to participate in the meetings
p.002006: to put all items on the agenda as well as to put additional items on the agenda that are associated with the
p.002006: Exercise her function as a works council within the framework of her internal interest awareness competence
p.002006: according to the Labor Constitution Act (ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette No. 22/1974, directly in
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may, by order, dismiss a member of the university council because of severe misconduct,
p.002006: conviction of a criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment. Such dismissal shall be subject
p.002006: to consonant resolutions of the senate and rectorate, in both cases requiring a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The rectorate, the chairperson of the senate, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities and the
p.002006: chairperson of the Austrian Students ’Union at the university in question shall be entitled to a hearing on agenda
p.002006: items relating to their functions at meetings of the university council. The chairpersons of the two employee’s
p.002006: councils under § 135 para 3 shall be invited to all meetings of the university council and shall be
p.002006: entitled to participate in the meetings, to file an application for all agenda items, and to request any
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p.002006: weeks, the post shall nevertheless be advertised;
p.002006: 5a. drawing up a shortlist of three candidates for the election of the rector by the university council, taking into
p.002006: account the shortlist of the search committee within a maximum of four weeks upon receipt of the shortlist. If the
p.002006: senate does not comply with the shortlist of the search committee, an explanatory statement in writing for its
p.002006: decision shall be forwarded to the university council together with the shortlist of three candidates. regard
p.002006: shall be given to the principle of non-discrimination under the Federal Act on Equal Treatment in the
p.002006: Public Service when drawing up the shortlist of three candidates;
p.002006: 6. expressing an opinion on the rector’s recommendations with regard to the vice-rectors (number, extent of employment
p.002006: and shortlist);
p.002006: 7. participating in procedures for the dismissal of members of the university council, the rector or vice-rectors;
p.002006: 8. Participation in habilitation procedures; 8th.
p.002006: participating in procedures for the awarding habilitation degrees;
p.002006: 9. participation in appointment procedures; 9th
p.002006: participating in procedures for the appointment of professors;
p.002006: 10. Issuing and changing the curricula for studies (section 58) in accordance with sections 22 (1) 12 and 54d (2);
p.002006: 11. Definition of academic degrees and titles for the graduates of
p.002006: University courses;
p.002006: 12. Submission of expert opinions in the pre-decision procedure according to
p.002006: § 14 of the Administrative Court Procedure Act - VwGVG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 33/2013 for complaints in
p.002006: Student Affairs;
p.002006: 10. enacting and changing the curricula for study programs (§ 58) and certificate university programs
p.002006: for further education (§§ 56 and 57) according to § 22 para 1 subpara 12 and § 54d para 2;
p.002006: 11. prescription of the academic degrees and titles for graduates of certificate university programs for further
p.002006: education;
p.002006: 12. Preparing reports as part of the procedure for preliminary rulings on appeals pursuant to § 14 of the
p.002006: Administrative Court Act (VwGVG), F. L. G. I No 33/2013, for appeals in matters relating to studies;
p.002006: (Note: Z 13 repealed by Art. 5 Z 8, Federal Law Gazette I No. 129/2017) 13. [removed]
p.002006: 14. establishment of collegial bodies with and without decision-making authority (paras. 7 and 8);
p.002006: 14. appointing collegial bodies with or without decision-making power (paras 7 and 8);
p.002006: 15. Adoption of guidelines for the work of collegial bodies; 15. enacting directives
p.002006: on the activities of collegial bodies;
p.002006: 16. Approval of the implementation of decisions by those authorized to make decisions
p.002006: Collegial bodies;
p.002006: 16. approving the implementation of decisions by collegial bodies with decision-making power;
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p.002006: 17. Statement to the rectorate before the assignment of people to the individual organizational units by the
p.002006: Rector's Office;
p.002006: 17. opinions to the rectorate prior to the assignment by it of persons to given organizational units;
p.002006: 18. Establishment of a working group on equality issues; 18. establishing a
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities;
p.002006: 19. Nomination of a female and a male member for the arbitration commission.
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p.002006: resolution of the senate and shall require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (3) The senate shall consist of representatives of the professors, including heads of organizational units with
p.002006: research and teaching responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts
p.002006: and art teaching who are not university professors, the group of persons named in § 94 para 2 subparas 2 and 3, the
p.002006: non-academic university staff, and students.
p.002006: (3a) The number of representatives of these groups shall be determined as follows:
p.002006: 1. There are eighteen members of the Senate: 1. If the
p.002006: senate consists of eighteen members:
p.002006: - Nine representatives of the university professors including the
p.002006: Heads of organizational units with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
p.002006: Development and development of the arts and the teaching of art that none
p.002006: Are university professors;
p.002006: - Four representatives from the group of university lecturers
p.002006: University lecturers as well as scientific and artistic staff
p.002006: Employees in research, art and teaching, including doctors in specialist training;
p.002006: - nine representatives of the professors including heads of organizational units with research and teaching
p.002006: responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching who
p.002006: are not professors;
p.002006: - four representatives of the group of associate professors as well as the other scientific, artistic and
p.002006: teaching staff including physicians in specialists ’training;
p.002006: - Four student representatives; - four
p.002006: representatives of the students;
p.002006: - A representative of the general university staff.
p.002006: - one representative of the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: 2. Twenty-six members belong to the Senate: 2. if the senate
p.002006: consists of twenty-six members:
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p.002006: - Thirteen representatives of university professors including the
p.002006: Heads of organizational units with research and teaching tasks or development tasks
p.002006: and tapping into the arts and the teaching of art that are not university professors
p.002006: and are university professors;
p.002006: - Six representatives from the group of university lecturers
p.002006: University lecturers as well as scientific and artistic staff
p.002006: Employees in research, art and teaching, including doctors in specialist training;
p.002006: - thirteen representatives of the professors including heads of organizational units with
p.002006: research and teaching responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of
p.002006: the arts and art teaching who are not professors;
p.002006: - six representatives of the group of associate professors as well as the other scientific, artistic and teaching staff
p.002006: including physicians in specialists ’training;
p.002006: - Six student representatives; - six
p.002006: representatives of the students;
p.002006: - A representative of the general university staff.
p.002006: (4) The members and substitute members of the Senate are to be appointed as follows:
p.002006: 1. The representatives of the university professors are everyone
p.002006: University professors (§ 97) and the heads of
p.002006: Organizational units with research and teaching tasks or tasks for the development and development of the arts and
p.002006: to choose the teaching of art that is not a university professor.
p.002006: 2. The representatives of the groups mentioned in Section 94 Paragraph 2 Numbers 2 and 3 are from
p.002006: all university lecturers (Section 122 (3)) as well as scientific and
p.002006: artistic employees in research, art and teaching (§ 100) and the
p.002006: Physicians in specialist training (§ 96) to choose. At the universities according to § 6 para. 1 no
p.002006: 1 to 15, at least one person with a teaching license (venia docendi) must belong to the elected.
p.002006: 3. The representatives of the general university staff are all members of the
p.002006: general university staff to choose.
p.002006: - one representative of the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: (4) The members and substitute members of the senate shall be appointed as follows:
p.002006: 1. The representatives of the professors shall be elected by all the professors (§ 97) and heads of
p.002006: organizational units with research and teaching responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the
p.002006: advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching who are not professors,
p.002006: 2. The representatives of the group under § 94 para 2 subparas 2 and 3 shall be elected by all associate professors (§
p.002006: 122 para 3) and the other scientific and artistic staff as well as research, artistic and teaching staff (§
p.002006: 100) and physicians in specialists' training (§ 96). At the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15, those
p.002006: elected shall include at least one person with a habilitation degree (venia docendi).
p.002006: 3. The representatives of the non-academic university staff shall be elected by all non-academic university staff.
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p.002006: 4. The student representatives are to be sent (Section 32 (1) of the Hochschulschul- und
p.002006: University Student Act 2014 - HSG 2014, Federal Law Gazette I No. 45/2014).
p.002006: 4. The student representatives shall be appointed (§ 32 para 1 of the Students ’Union Act 2014, F.L.G. I No 45/2014).
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 4a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) 4a. [Removed]
p.002006: (5) The term of office of the Senate is three years and begins on
p.002006: October 1st of the year in question.
p.002006: (6) The Senate has a quorum if at least half of the members are present. He decides
p.002006: Majority of votes, unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: (7) The Senate can set up collegial bodies to advise or decide on individual tasks
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (5) The term of office of the senate shall be three years and shall commence on 1 October of the respective year.
p.002006: (6) The senate shall have a quorum when at least half of the members are present. It shall resolve by
p.002006: simple majority, except insofar as this Act provides otherwise.
p.002006: (7) The senate may establish collegial bodies to advise it on matters forming part of its tasks.
p.002006: (Note: Section 7a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) (7a) [removed]
p.002006: (8) Collegiate bodies authorized to make decisions are to be used for the following matters:
p.002006: (8) Collegial bodies with decision-making power shall be appointed to deal with the following matters:
p.002006: 1. Habilitation procedure (§ 103), 1.
p.002006: procedures for the awarding habilitation degrees (§ 103);
p.002006: 2.Application procedure (§ 98), 2.
p.002006: procedures for the appointment of professors (§ 98);
p.002006: 3. Study matters in accordance with § 25 Paragraph 1 No. 10. 3. study related
p.002006: matters in the meaning of § 25 para 1 subpara 10.
p.002006: For the decision on the establishment of a collegiate body in accordance with Z 1 and 2 is in addition to
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p.002006: Nominee term of office of two years. Two of the members must be legally qualified. from
p.002006: The Senate, the University Council and the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are each a female and a female
p.002006: to nominate a substitute male member.
p.002006: (10) The members of the Arbitration Commission are not required to issue any instructions or to perform this function
p.002006: Orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG).
p.002006: (11) The arbitration commission decides by simple majority. In the event of a tie, the vote gives the
p.002006: or the chairman's rash.
p.002006: (12) An annual activity report from the Arbitration Commission must be sent to the University Council and the Rectorate.
p.002006: group on equal opportunities shall each nominate one male and one female member of the commission for a term of office
p.002006: of two years. Two of the members must have legal education. The senate, the university council, and the working group
p.002006: on equal opportunities shall each nominate one woman and one man as substitute members.
p.002006: (10) The members of the arbitration board shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of their tasks (Art
p.002006: 81c Federal Constitutional Law).
p.002006: (11) The arbitration board shall reach its decisions by simple majority. In the case of a tie, the chairperson shall
p.002006: have the casting vote.
p.002006: (12) The arbitration board shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the rectorate.
p.002006: Application of the Federal Equal Treatment Act Application of the
p.002006: Federal Equal Opportunities Act
p.002006: § 44. All members of the university and applicants for admission to a university
p.002006: The B-GlBG is an employment relationship with the university or for admission as a student with the exception of the third and
p.002006: fourth section of the first main part of the second part and §§ 12 and 12a with the proviso that the
p.002006: University is regarded as a service and as a central office (Section 2 (1) and (2) B-GlBG) and it has the duty to perform
p.002006: Compensation in accordance with §§ 17 to 19b B-GlBG. The right to make a proposal for the
p.002006: The advancement plan for women (§ 11a Abs. 1 B-GlBG) is available to the working group for questions of equal treatment.
p.002006: § 44. The Federal Equal Opportunities Act shall apply to all members of a university as well as applicants
p.002006: for employment thereat or for admission as a student, with the exception of Sub-Chapters 3 and 4 of Chapter 1 of
p.002006: Part II and with the exception of Sections 12 and 12a, insofar as the university is deemed to be
p.002006: an administrative unit and a central unit (§ 2 paras 1 and 2 of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act) and
p.002006: is subject to the obligation to pay compensation according to
p.002006: Sections 17 to 19b of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act. The working group on equal opportunities shall be entitled to
p.002006: prepare a draft career advancement plan for women (§ 11a para 1 of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act).
p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: method
p.002006: Procedure
p.002006: At sight
p.002006: Supervision
p.002006: § 45. (1) The universities, the societies, foundations and foundations they have established according to § 10 paragraph 1
p.002006: Associations as well as those companies whose business shares the university indirectly or directly increases
p.002006: than 50% holds are subject to federal supervision. This includes compliance with laws and regulations
p.002006: including the articles of association (legal supervision).
p.002006: (2) The competent organs of the university have notified the Federal Minister by
p.002006: Upon request, the University Council will immediately provide all information necessary for the performance of its or its tasks
p.002006: issue and
p.002006: § 45. (1) The universities as well as the companies, foundations and associations they have founded under § 10 para 1,
p.002006: and those companies of which the university holds a direct or indirect share of more than 50%, are subject to
p.002006: supervision by the Federal Government. This shall comprise monitoring of compliance with the acts and decrees,
p.002006: including the statute (legal supervision).
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p.002006: such an expert opinion, the preliminary decision on the complaint must take this into account
p.002006: Expert opinion. If the complaint is submitted to the Federal Administrative Court, it is the opinion of the Senate
p.002006: to join. In deviation from Section 14 (1) VwGVG, the responsible body must make a decision within four months.
p.002006: (3) In matters of study, the organs are also legally represented by the students
p.002006: In accordance with sections 4 (1a) and 12 (2a) HSG 2014, entitled to bring in legal remedies.
p.002006: (4) University organs to whom the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court pursuant to Art. 132 (5) B-VG
p.002006: is granted the right to file an appeal against the findings of this court in accordance with Art. 133 B-VG.
p.002006: (5) Applicants as well as students who
p.002006: Have reached the age of 16 are eligible for trial in legal proceedings.
p.002006: without delay, unless the appeal is inadmissible or was made too late. The senate shall have the right to prepare
p.002006: a report on the appeal. If such a report has been prepared, the preliminary ruling on the appeal shall take
p.002006: into account this report. If the appeal is submitted to the Federal Administrative Court, the report prepared by the
p.002006: senate shall be enclosed. Notwithstanding § 14 para 1 of the Administrative Court Act, the competent university
p.002006: governing body shall take a decision within four months.
p.002006: (3) In study related matters the official student representatives shall be entitled to take legal action according to §
p.002006: 4 para 1a and § 12 para 2a HSG 2014.
p.002006: (4) University bodies which, according to Art 132 para 5 Federal Constitutional Law, have been accorded the right
p.002006: to raise a complaint before the Federal Administration Court shall have the right to raise final
p.002006: complaints against the decision of this Court according to Art 133 Federal Constitutional Law.
p.002006: (5) Applicants as well as students who are at least 16 years of age have the capacity to sue and be sued in
p.002006: procedures under study law.
p.002006: Delay in organs
p.002006: Dilatoriness of Bodies
p.002006: Section 47. (1) If an organ of a university that does not belong to the management bodies comes after it
p.002006: The Rectorate, upon request of one or
p.002006: to set a deadline of four weeks within one of the affected members of the university or ex officio
p.002006: who has to make up for the offending organ the task to be performed. If this allows the deadline to pass, it is permitted
p.002006: perform the fulfilling task of the rectorate (replacement). This does not apply in the area of application
p.002006: of Section 73 of the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991.
p.002006: (2) If the Senate, the Rector within the meaning of Paragraph 1 is in default, the
p.002006: University council at the request of a member of the university or an official affected by it
p.002006: because of the measures according to paragraph 1.
p.002006: (3) If the university council within the meaning of paragraph 2 or in a matter of
p.002006: § 21 (1) is in default, the Federal Minister has to make the replacement.
p.002006: § 47. (1) If a university body not forming part of the university management fails to fulfill a duty incumbent
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p.002006: and methods, as well as deepening and extending such knowledge. These programs fulfill the requirements of
p.002006: Art 11 lit e of the directive 2005/36 / EC on the recognition of professional qualifications, OJ No L 255 of
p.002006: 30/09/2005 p. 22, last amended by directive 2013/55 / EU, OJ No L 354 of
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p.002006: L 354, 28.12.2013 p. 132, as amended by OJ L 305, 24.10.2014 p. 115.
p.002006: 4. Bachelor's degree is the ordinary degree, that of scientific and artistic professional training
p.002006: or vocational training and qualification for professional activities that serve the application
p.002006: require scientific and artistic knowledge and methods. These studies meet that
p.002006: Requirements of Art. 11 lit. d of Directive 2005/36 / EC. They are not divided into study sections.
p.002006: 5. Master's degrees are the ordinary degree programs that deepen and complement the scientific and
p.002006: serve as artistic training or vocational training based on bachelor’s programs. This
p.002006: Studies meet the requirements of Art. 11 lit. e of Directive 2005/36 / EC. You are not in study sections
p.002006: divided.
p.002006: 5a. Enlargement studies are regular studies that serve the purpose of those acquired in a regular course
p.002006: Competencies to expand additional competencies.
p.002006: 5b. a subject corresponds to a subject or a department at secondary schools.
p.002006: 5c. A specialization in secondary school teacher training (general education) is the
p.002006: Orientation towards a different subject from a secondary school subject in the curricula
p.002006: Subject to be described in which the student gains in-depth knowledge.
p.002006: 5d. corresponds to a coherent bundle of subjects in teacher training at secondary level (general education)
p.002006: more than two overlapping subjects.
p.002006: 6. The introductory and orientation phase is the offer of courses from the
p.002006: relevant diploma or bachelor’s degree, the information and the
p.002006: Orientation of first-year students serves.
p.002006: 7. Bachelor theses are the independent written or to be prepared in the Bachelor course
p.002006: artistic works to be written as part of courses.
p.002006: 8. Diploma and master's theses are the scientific papers in the diploma and master's programs, which the
p.002006: Evidence of the ability to serve, scientific topics independently, in terms of content and methodologically justifiable
p.002006: to edit.
p.002006: 28/12/2013 p. 132, as amended by the corrigendum in OJ No L 305 of 24/10/2014 p. 115th
p.002006: 4. “Bachelor's programs” mean degree programs which provide pre-vocational or vocational scientific or
p.002006: artistic education and qualify students for occupations requiring the application of scientific and artistic knowledge
p.002006: and methods. These programs fulfills the requirements of Art 11 lit d of the directive 2005/36 / EC. They are not divided
p.002006: into stages.
p.002006: 5. “Master's programs” mean degree programs which serve to deepen and extend pre-vocational or vocational
p.002006: scientific or artistic education, building on the basis provided by a bachelor's program. thesis
p.002006: programs fulfills the requirements of Art 11 lit d of the directive 2005/36 / EC. They are not divided
p.002006: into stages.
p.002006: 5a. “Extension programs” mean degree programs which serve the purpose of adding additional competences to those
p.002006: acquired in a degree programs.
p.002006: 5b. A subject corresponds to a teaching subject or a discipline at secondary schools.
p.002006: 5c. A specialization in the teacher training programs for secondary schools (general education) is the focus on a
p.002006: field - different than the secondary school subject -, to be further defined in the curricula, in which the student
p.002006: shall gain in-depth knowledge.
p.002006: 5d. A combination of related subjects in the teacher training program for secondary schools (general
p.002006: education) corresponds to more than two overlapping subjects.
p.002006: 6. “Study starting and orientation period” means the phase during which courses on subjects of particular
p.002006: significance for a given diploma or bachelor's programs are offered to provide first-year students with
p.002006: information and guidance.
p.002006: 7. “Bachelor’s papers” mean independently prepared papers forming part of bachelor’s programs which must be
p.002006: written or fulfilled artistically in connection with courses.
p.002006: 8. “Diploma and master’s theses” mean academic theses forming part of diploma and master’s programs
p.002006: which serve to demonstrate students ’ability to achieve adequate standards of content and methodology when
p.002006: independently addressing scientific topics.
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p.002006: 9. Artistic diploma and master theses are artistic works that serve to prove the ability,
p.002006: to work independently and scientifically based artistically with regard to the study objective of the course.
p.002006: 10. Bachelor degrees are the academic degrees that are awarded after the completion of the Bachelor degree. she
p.002006: read "Bachelor" with an addition to be specified in the curriculum, including an abbreviation
p.002006: is to be determined. Bachelor's degrees for the teaching profession conclude with the academic degree "Bachelor of Education"
p.002006: ("BEd").
p.002006: 11. Master degrees are the academic degrees awarded after the completion of the master's degree. They are
p.002006: "Master" with an addition to be specified in the curriculum, whereby an abbreviation must also be specified,
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p.002006: demonstrate students ’ability to master scientific topics independently.
p.002006: 13a. Drawing on artistic methods and techniques, artistic doctoral theses shall include the development of an
p.002006: artistic, original, concrete research project that results in an independently and autonomously produced
p.002006: artistic creation.
p.002006: 14. “Doctoral degrees” mean the degrees awarded on successful completion of a doctoral program. Their
p.002006: denomination is "Doctor", abbreviated as "Dr.", followed by a supplement designated by the curriculum, or "Doctor
p.002006: of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”.
p.002006: 14a. “Applicants” mean those persons who apply for admission to a particular study program at a university.
p.002006: 14b. “First-year students” mean those applicants who have been admitted to a program after, where applicable,
p.002006: successfully completing an admission or selection procedure.
p.002006: 14c. “Students” mean persons admitted by the rectorate to study at a university according to the provisions of this
p.002006: act.
p.002006: 14d. “Study places for first-year students” mean those study places that shall be offered by all universities in
p.002006: Austria or by one university, respectively, for first-year students in each academic year and field of
p.002006: education or study programs, respectively.
p.002006: 14e. “Non-traditional applicants” refers to: applicants with disabilities, working persons, persons with care
p.002006: responsibilities, persons who have delayed the beginning of their studies, persons who have chosen an alternative route
p.002006: to university, and retired persons.
p.002006: 14f. The “reference value for the student-teacher ratio” is a scale which is derived from figures on the reasonable use
p.002006: of scientific and artistic staff for teaching and is determined by decree according to § 71d para 1.
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p.002006: The guideline value is defined in the regulation in accordance with § 71d (1).
p.002006: 14g. The field of study basically corresponds to the "detailed field" criterion of the ISCED Fields of Education
p.002006: and Training 2013 by UNESCO. Fields of study in the sense of capacity-oriented, student-related
p.002006: University funding are subject-specific assignments of studies according to the ISCED Fields of Education and Training 1999.
p.002006: 15. Ordinary students are the students who are admitted to the regular studies.
p.002006: 16. General university entrance qualification is the level of education that gives a person the ability and the right
p.002006: mediates, if any additional study-specific requirements are met
p.002006: to be admitted to a regular university course.
p.002006: 17. Special university entrance qualification is the fulfillment of additional study-specific ones
p.002006: Requirements for admission to a certain regular degree.
p.002006: 18. Supplementary exams are the exams for attaining general or special university entrance qualifications or for the
p.002006: Proof of knowledge of the German language.
p.002006: 19. Admission examinations are the examinations which, taking into account the educational opportunities, the proof of
p.002006: artistic aptitude for artistic studies and for teacher training in these subjects or for proof
p.002006: serve the sporting suitability for sports science studies and for the teacher training studies in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. Extraordinary studies are the university courses and attendance of individual courses
p.002006: scientific subjects and studies to establish equivalence in accordance with Section 90 (4).
p.002006: 21. University courses serve for further education. The establishment of
p.002006: University courses to prepare for an artistic bachelor's or diploma course are permitted.
p.002006: 22. Extraordinary students are the students admitted to the extraordinary studies
p.002006: are.
p.002006: 23. Master degrees in university courses are those internationally used master degrees that
p.002006: for the graduates
p.002006: 14g. “Field of education” basically corresponds to the UNESCO ISCED Fields of Education and Training 2013
p.002006: criterion “detailed field”. Fields of education in the context of the capacity-oriented, student-based funding of
p.002006: universities mean the bundling of programs according to the ISCED Fields of Education and Training 1999.
p.002006: 15. “Degree students” mean students admitted to degree programs.
p.002006: 16. “General university entrance qualification” means a qualification providing evidence that a person has reached
p.002006: a level of educational attainment conferring the ability and the right to be admitted to a degree program at a
p.002006: university, subject to the fulfillment of any additional subject-specific requirements.
p.002006: 17. “Special university entrance qualification” means a qualification fulfilling additional, subject-specific
p.002006: requirements for admission to a given degree program.
p.002006: 18. “Supplementary examinations” mean examinations for obtaining the general or the special university entrance
p.002006: qualification, or examinations required to demonstrate proficiency in the German language or physical-motor aptitude.
p.002006: 19. “Admission examinations” mean examinations which, taking the sitter’s previous educational opportunities
p.002006: into account, serve to demonstrate artistic aptitude for art and the teacher training programs in these subjects,
p.002006: or sportive aptitude for studies in sports sciences and the teacher training programs in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. “Non-degree programs” mean certificate university programs for further education and individual
p.002006: courses in scientific subjects as well as studies for establishing the equivalency in the meaning of § 90 para 4.
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p.002006: shall have the right to enact more detailed provisions regarding the beginning and the end of the clinical
p.002006: internship year as part of the program in human medicine (§ 35a), yet no period of recess is permissible in the
p.002006: course of the clinical internship year.
p.002006: (3) At the medical universities the senate shall have the right to enact more detailed provisions
p.002006: regarding the beginning and the end of the dental-clinical internship as part of the program in dentistry (§
p.002006: 35b), yet no period of recess is permissible in the course of the dental-clinical internship.
p.002006: Storage of university-specific data storage
p.002006: of University-Specific Data
p.002006: Section 53. The following exam dates in accordance with Section 3 (3) 9 of the Education Documentation Act
p.002006: must be kept in a suitable form for at least 80 years:
p.002006: 1. the designation of exams or the topic of the scientific or artistic work,
p.002006: § 53. The following examination data according to § 3 para 3 subpara 9 of the Education Documentation Act shall be
p.002006: preserved in a suitable form for at least 80 years.
p.002006: 1. the titles of examinations or the topics of scientific theses or artistic submissions,
p.002006: 2. the ECTS credit points awarded, 2. the number of
p.002006: ECTS credits awarded,
p.002006: 3. the assessment,
p.002006: 3. the grade,
p.002006: 4. the names of the examiners or assessors,
p.002006: 4. the names of the examiners or the assessors,
p.002006: 5. the date of the examination or assessment and 5. the date of the
p.002006: examination or the results, as well as
p.002006: 6. the name and matriculation number of the student. 6. the name and the
p.002006: matriculation number of the student.
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p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: Study Study
p.002006: program
p.002006: Neat studies
p.002006: Degree programs
p.002006: Section 54. (1) The universities are entitled to undertake diploma, bachelor, master, extension and doctoral studies
p.002006: to set up. The studies belong to one of the following groups:
p.002006: § 54. (1) Universities shall be entitled to offer diploma, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs as well
p.002006: as extension programs. In that, the study programs shall be assigned to one of the following groups:
p.002006: 1. Humanities and cultural studies; 1. Studies
p.002006: in Arts and Humanities;
p.002006: 2. engineering studies; Second
p.002006: Studies in Engineering Sciences;
p.002006: 3. Artistic studies;
p.002006: 3. Art studies;
p.002006: 4. Veterinary studies; 4th
p.002006: Studies in Veterinary Medicine;
p.002006: 5. Scientific studies; 5th
p.002006: Studies in Natural Science;
p.002006: 6. Legal studies; 6th
p.002006: Law studies;
p.002006: 7. Social and economic studies; 7. Studies in
p.002006: Social and Economic Sciences;
p.002006: 8. Theological studies;
p.002006: 8. Theological studies;
p.002006: 9. Medical studies;
p.002006: 9. Medical studies;
p.002006: 10. Teacher training programs;
p.002006: 10. Teacher training studies;
p.002006: 11. Interdisciplinary studies.
p.002006: 11. Interdisciplinary studies.
p.002006: (2) New courses to be set up may only be bachelor, master, extension or doctoral studies
p.002006: be set up. The scope of the studies, with the exception of doctoral studies, is within the meaning of the European system
p.002006: Credit transfer of credits (European Credit Transfer System - ECTS, 253/2000 / EG, Official Journal No. L
p.002006: 28 dated February 3, 2000) in ECTS credits. With these credit points
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p.002006: ahead. If the admission to the regular course of study, the expansion of which it serves, expires on the basis of Section 68 (1) no.
p.002006: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 or para. 2, the admission to the extension course also expires at the same time.
p.002006: The completion of the extension course means the completion of the regular course, its
p.002006: Extension it serves advance. Further details are to be regulated in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The workload for an extension course must amount to at least 30 ECTS credits. to
p.002006: A certificate is issued to document the completion of an extension course. With the completion of a
p.002006: There is no right to be awarded an academic degree in postgraduate studies.
p.002006: (3) The establishment of extension studies to expand a doctoral program is not permitted.
p.002006: Section 54a. (1) The admission to and registration for the continuation of an extension program requires the admission to
p.002006: or completion of a degree program to which it shall serve as an extension. If the admission to the degree program
p.002006: to which it shall serve as an extension expires on the basis of § 68 para 1 subparas 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 or para 2, the
p.002006: admission to the extension program also shall expire at the same time. The completion of the extension
p.002006: programs requires the completion of a degree programs to which it shall serve as an extension. Further details
p.002006: shall be regulated in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The workload associated with an extension program shall amount to at least 30 ECTS credits. For the purpose of
p.002006: documentation of the completion of an extension program, a certificate shall be issued. The completion of an
p.002006: extension programs does not entitle the student to be awarded an academic degree.
p.002006: (3) The establishment of extension programs which shall serve the extension of doctoral programs is not
p.002006: permissible.
p.002006: Extension Programs for Extension of Teacher Training Programs Extension Programs extending a
p.002006: Teacher training programs
p.002006: Section 54b. (1) Extension studies for the extension of a teaching degree serve the purpose of adding a teaching degree
p.002006: expand one or more subjects, specializations or coherent bundles of subjects. The
p.002006: Workload on the workload for the teaching subject, the specialization or the coherent bundle of subjects
p.002006: orientate.
p.002006: (2) The admission and the notification of the continuation of an extension course for
p.002006: Extension of a bachelor's degree for the teaching position requires admission to a degree or one that has already been completed
p.002006: an at least eight semester teacher training course.
p.002006: (3) Admission and notification of the continuation of an extension course for
p.002006: The extension of a master's degree for the teaching post requires the completion of an extension course
p.002006: Extension of a bachelor's degree for the teaching profession according to paragraph 2 the admission or already
p.002006: Section 54b. (1) Extension programs extending a teacher training programs shall serve the purpose of adding one or more
p.002006: subjects, specializations or combinations of related subjects to a teacher training program. The workload shall be
p.002006: aligned to the workload for the subject, the specializations or the combination of related subjects.
p.002006: (2) The admission to and registration for the continuation of an extension program extending a
p.002006: bachelor's programs for teacher training requires the admission to or completion of at least an eight-semester
p.002006: teacher training programs.
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p.002006: institutions concerned.
p.002006: (2) Upon the existence of an agreement according to para 1, the senate shall enact a curriculum in the meaning of § 25
p.002006: para 1 subpara 10 in due time.
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p.002006: Jointly set up studies
p.002006: Offered study programs
p.002006: Section 54e. (1) For jointly established studies, the Austrian post-secondary participants involved
p.002006: Educational institutions have an agreement in particular about the implementation as well as the
p.002006: Close work and resource allocation.
p.002006: (2) In the responsible bodies of the Austrian post-secondary educational institutions involved
p.002006: The curriculum to be issued in the same way is the assignment of the subjects to the respective educational institution
p.002006: to make it clear.
p.002006: (3) In the by the rectorates of the participating universities and public teacher training colleges
p.002006: enacting regulations or by the responsible bodies of recognized private educationalists
p.002006: Universities, institutions for the implementation of universities of applied sciences and private universities
p.002006: Similar agreements that are published are regulations regarding the responsibilities for the execution of the
p.002006: stipulate study law provisions. Furthermore, it must be determined which study law
p.002006: Statutes of which participating educational institutions apply.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a jointly established course of study is only permitted at one of the participating educational institutions
p.002006: at the choice of the student. The rectorates of the participating universities and
p.002006: public universities of teacher education can be issued by ordinances or
p.002006: the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions
p.002006: to carry out university of applied sciences courses and private universities can through
p.002006: Publishing agreements of the same name determine the educational institution that grants admission
p.002006: has to perform. With the admission, the student is also relatives or relatives of all on
p.002006: jointly established study institutions involved.
p.002006: (5) The admitting educational institution has to carry out the continuation reports that the study
p.002006: relevant confirmations, certificates and evidence as well as the final certificates
p.002006: issue and award the intended academic degree or academic title
p.002006: as well as the annex to the diploma.
p.002006: (6) In the case of participation by universities of applied sciences or private universities in a jointly established one
p.002006: Study find the study law
p.002006: Section 54e. (1) In the case of jointly offered study programs, the participating Austrian post-secondary
p.002006: educational institutions shall conclude agreements, in particular on the implementation as well as the
p.002006: distribution of the tasks and the resources.
p.002006: (2) The curriculum to be enacted identically by the competent bodies of the participating Austrian post-secondary
p.002006: educational institutions shall indicate the division of subjects among the educational institutions.
p.002006: (3) The decrees to be enacted identically by the rectorates of the participating universities and public university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education or the agreements to be published identically by the competent bodies of recognized
p.002006: private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences
p.002006: programs, and private universities, respectively, shall contain provisions on the competences for the implementation
p.002006: of the provisions of study law. Furthermore, it shall be stated which provisions of study law in the statutes of which
p.002006: participating educational institution shall apply.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a jointly offered study program may be granted only at one of the participating educational
p.002006: institutions to be chosen by the student. The rectorates of the participating universities and public university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education may, by decrees to be enacted identically, or the competent bodies of
p.002006: recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied
p.002006: sciences programs, and private universities may, by agreements to be published identically, indicate the
p.002006: educational institution which shall implement the admission. By the admission, the student shall become a member of
p.002006: all educational institutions participating in the jointly offered study program.
p.002006: (5) The institution which has admitted the student shall implement the registration for the continuation of
p.002006: studies, issue the confirmations, certifications and pieces of evidence regarding the studies and the final
p.002006: certificates, award the prescribed academic degree or the prescribed academic designation, respectively, as well as
p.002006: issue the diploma supplement.
p.002006: (6) In the case of participation of universities of applied sciences or private universities in a jointly
p.002006: offered study programs, the study law provisions of this
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p.002006: Provisions of this Part II application. Against decisions is a complaint to the
p.002006: Federal Administrative Court permitted.
p.002006: (7) Becomes a course of study to acquire a teaching post in the area of primary or secondary education
p.002006: (Vocational training) set up together with a teacher training college are the relevant provisions
p.002006: of the University Act 2005 - HG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 30/2006.
p.002006: (8) If a course of study is set up together with a teacher training college, the rectorates of the
p.002006: participating educational institutions in the event that not all applicants for reasons of space
p.002006: Applicants can be admitted through equivalent regulations to the capacities
p.002006: Corresponding number of first-year students and for all those who apply in the same way
p.002006: Set admission criteria.
p.002006: Part II shall apply. Appeals to the Federal Administrative Court against such decisions shall be
p.002006: permissible.
p.002006: (7) If a teacher training program for primary school teaching and for secondary school teaching
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p.002006: economic and organizational support in cooperation with non-university
p.002006: Legal entities are carried out.
p.002006: (3) Participants have a course fee for attending university courses
p.002006: to be paid. This is taking into account the actual cost of the university course
p.002006: to be determined by the Rectorate. Ordinary students who receive study grants are on application
p.002006: to grant a reduction in the course fee taking into account their performance.
p.002006: (4) Participation in university courses of further education for teachers who in the
p.002006: public education mandate is carried out for the participants
p.002006: free of course fees.
p.002006: (5) In the curriculum of a university course, a maximum duration of study can be provided, which is at least
p.002006: envisaged study time plus two semesters.
p.002006: Section 56. (1) Universities shall be entitled to establish certificate university programs for further
p.002006: education.
p.002006: (2) Certificate university programs for further education may be run as jointly offered study programs (§
p.002006: 54e) or as joint study programs (§ 54d), and may also be conducted during the recess periods and, in order to provide
p.002006: financial and organizational support for them, in co-operation with other legal entities.
p.002006: (3) Students attending certificate university programs for further education shall pay course fees. These shall be
p.002006: set by the rectorate at levels reflecting actual course costs. Degree programs students in receipt of student
p.002006: grants shall, on application, be accorded reductions in the course fees having regard to their financial
p.002006: circumstances.
p.002006: (4) Teachers attending certificate university programs for continuing and further education offered within
p.002006: the educational mission under public law shall be free of course fees.
p.002006: (5) The curriculum of a certificate university program for further education may determine a maximum duration of
p.002006: studies, which shall comprise at least the requested duration of studies plus two semesters.
p.002006: preparatory courses
p.002006: Preparatory courses
p.002006: Section 57. The universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21 are entitled to preparatory courses for
p.002006: Preparing to set up an artistic bachelor's or diploma course. For
p.002006: Preparatory courses are not subject to a course fee or a tuition fee.
p.002006: § 57. The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall be entitled to establish certificate university
p.002006: programs for further education to prepare students for artistic bachelor or diploma programs. For preparatory
p.002006: courses neither course fees nor tuition fees shall be levied.
p.002006: curricula
p.002006: curricula
p.002006: Section 58. (1) At universities there are curricula for the individual studies in accordance with Sections 54b (4) and 54c (2)
p.002006: to enact.
p.002006: (2) The curricula must contain a qualification profile (section 51 (2) no.29).
p.002006: Section 58. (1) At the universities curricula shall be enacted for the single study programs within the limits
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p.002006: note.
p.002006: (11) For students with a disability within the meaning of Section 3 of the Federal Disability Equality Act, Federal Law Gazette I
p.002006: No. 82/2005, are the requirements of the curricula - if necessary, taking into account § 59 Paragraph 1 No. 12
p.002006: requested different examination methods - by notification of the body responsible for study law
p.002006: modify, whereby the educational goal of the chosen course must be achievable.
p.002006: (9) The curricula of bachelor's and master's programs shall be designed in a way that studies at foreign recognized
p.002006: post-secondary educational institutions are possible, whereby care shall be taken to ensure that this is possible
p.002006: without loss of study time.
p.002006: (10) In the curricula regard shall be given to the objectives stipulated in Art 24 of the UN Convention on the Rights
p.002006: of persons with disabilities.
p.002006: (11) For students with disabilities in the meaning of § 3 of the Federal Act on the Equalization of Persons
p.002006: with Disabilities, F.L.G. I No 82/2005, the requirements stipulated in the curricula - if need be
p.002006: with regard to examinations according to alternative methods pursuant to § 59 para 1 subpara 12 applied for - shall
p.002006: be modified by official notification of the body responsible for study law, making the educational goal of
p.002006: the chosen programs attainable.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: student
p.002006: Students
p.002006: Rights and duties of the students
p.002006: Rights and Duties of Students
p.002006: Section 59. (1) Students are entitled to freedom of learning in accordance with the statutory provisions.
p.002006: In particular, it includes the right
p.002006: 1. both at the university where they were admitted to study and at other universities
p.002006: Obtain approval for other studies;
p.002006: 2. to choose from courses in accordance with the range of courses and the requirements of the curriculum;
p.002006: 3. in addition to a regular degree at the university of admission or in accordance with Section 63 (9)
p.002006: other universities or in jointly established studies with universities of teacher education at these
p.002006: Use courses for which the students meet the registration requirements specified in the curricula
p.002006: fulfill;
p.002006: 4. the relevant teaching and research institutions and the libraries at all
p.002006: To use educational institutions of which they are members in accordance with the regulations for use;
p.002006: 5. as a regular student of a diploma or master's degree, the topic and the supervisor
p.002006: Supervisor of her diploma or master thesis or the topic of her artistic diploma or
p.002006: Section 59. (1) Within the limits of the law, students are entitled to freedom of study.
p.002006: This shall, in particular, include the right,
p.002006: 1. to be accepted for other programs both at the university to which they have been admitted and at other
p.002006: universities;
p.002006: 2. within the limits of the range of courses and the provisions of the curriculum, to choose between courses;
p.002006: 3. beyond a degree program at the university which has admitted them or, in accordance with § 63 para 9, at
p.002006: other universities or, in programs offered jointly with university colleges of teacher education, at those, to
p.002006: take advantage of range of courses for which they fulfill the registration requirements set out in the
p.002006: curricula;
p.002006: 4. to make use of the teaching and research facilities relevant to their subject, and the libraries at all educational
p.002006: institutions from which they are members, in accordance with the regulations pertaining to;
p.002006: 5. if they are diploma or master's program students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the
p.002006: supervisor and the topic of their diploma
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p.002006: Propose a master's thesis in accordance with the university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 6. as a regular student of a doctoral program, the topic of their dissertation according to the
p.002006: propose university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 7. to write scientific or artistic work in a foreign language if the supervisor
p.002006: Supervisor agrees;
p.002006: 8. to take exams as regular students in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. to be awarded academic degrees after completing the curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 10. as extraordinary students at the university courses concerned
p.002006: participate and take the exams prescribed therein;
p.002006: 11. As extraordinary students who only attend courses
p.002006: are admitted to attend courses for which they take the
p.002006: Curricula set registration requirements, as well as according to the university
p.002006: Regulations to take exams;
p.002006: 12. a different examination method, if the student can prove that he or she has a disability
p.002006: making the examination in the prescribed method impossible, and the content and requirements of the
p.002006: Testing is not affected by a different method;
p.002006: 13. requests for the person of the examiner. These requests are where possible
p.002006: to consider. The second repetition of an exam or the repetition of one in the curriculum
p.002006: marked internship within the framework of pedagogical-practical studies is the application for a specific
p.002006: Examiner or a specific examiner from the university admission to the course in which the exam is to be taken,
p.002006: in any case, if this person is authorized to hold the examination. at
p.002006: jointly established studies is the second repetition of an exam or the
p.002006: Repetition of an internship marked in the curriculum as part of the pedagogical-practical studies
p.002006: the application for a specific examiner for the participants
p.002006: To meet educational institutions in any case.
p.002006: or master’s thesis or that of their artistic diploma or master’s submission, subject to the university regulations;
p.002006: 6. if they are doctoral students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the topic of their
p.002006: doctoral thesis, subject to the university regulations.
p.002006: 7. to prepare academic or artistic theses in a foreign language, subject to the agreement of their supervisor;
p.002006: 8. if they are degree students, to take examinations in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. having met the requirements prescribed by the curriculum, to be awarded a degree;
p.002006: 10. if they are non-degree seeking students, to attend the relevant certificate university programs for
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p.002006: Report need.
p.002006: (4) According to the budgetary possibilities, the students should have sufficient additional courses
p.002006: or courses are offered in the same semester or at the latest in the next semester, if the
p.002006: Students are threatened with an extension of the study period, the cause of which alone or predominantly
p.002006: University is to be attributed, especially in connection with insufficient courses offered by the
p.002006: University. An extension of the study time is attributable to the university, especially if this is due to
p.002006: Provision made when registering for a course.
p.002006: 5. To deliver a copy of their academic thesis or artistic submission or a related written component thereof to the
p.002006: university library and a copy of their doctoral thesis or a related written component of their artistic doctoral
p.002006: thesis to the Austrian National Library upon the award of their degree.
p.002006: (3) Working students and students who are unable to study full time due to child care or similar care commitments and
p.002006: can thus only devote part of their time to their studies shall be entitled to notify the university of the times at
p.002006: which they have special needs in respect of courses and examinations. Wherever possible, universities shall take into
p.002006: account such special needs in their course and examination timetable enabling, on the basis of the information supplied to
p.002006: them by such students. Applicants shall be entitled to notify such needs when applying for admission.
p.002006: (4) The students shall be offered, contingent on budgetary considerations, sufficient courses in the same
p.002006: or the following semester at the latest, if the prolongation of a student's duration of studies appears to be
p.002006: imminent, for which the university is solely or mainly responsible, in particular because the university has offered
p.002006: too few courses. The university shall be responsible for a prolonged period of study in particular, if the prolongation
p.002006: is caused, because the student was not given a place in a course s / he wanted to register for.
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p.002006: (5) The right to act as a representative of students in collegial bodies
p.002006: are based on the provisions of the HSG 2014.
p.002006: (5) The right to act as a representative of students in collegial bodies is determined by the provisions
p.002006: of HSG 2014.
p.002006: Admission to Studies
p.002006: Admission to Studies
p.002006: Section 60. (1) The Rectorate has people who meet the admission requirements on the basis of their application
p.002006: to be admitted to the respective course of study.
p.002006: (1a) Notices can be issued for studies for which the suitability must be demonstrated in accordance with § 63 Paragraph 1 Numbers 4 and 5 and Paragraph 1a
p.002006: conditional admission if the admission process is still in progress at the time of admission
p.002006: is not completed.
p.002006: (1b) Pre-study and study-related advice are on the occasion of admission
p.002006: to hold orientation events for a diploma or bachelor's degree and
p.002006: To provide orientation information, within the framework
p.002006: Section 60. (1) The rectorate shall, on application by persons fulfilling the requirements for admission
p.002006: to a program of study, admit such persons to such studies.
p.002006: (1a) For programs for which proof of aptitude shall be provided under § 63 para 1 subparas 4 and 5, and para 1a,
p.002006: official notifications of the conditional admission can be issued, provided that at the date of admission the
p.002006: procedure for the proof of aptitude has not been completed yet.
p.002006: (1b) On admission to diploma or bachelor's programs, orientation tutorials shall be held and orientation information
p.002006: be offered as study-preparatory and study- accompanying guidance, as part of which
p.002006: 1. the students in a suitable form about 1. the
p.002006: students shall receive, in a suitable format, information on
p.002006: a) the essential provisions of university law and the law on funding grants,
p.002006: a) the main provisions of university law and student grants legislation,
p.002006: b) student participation in the organs of the university, b) the student
p.002006: representation on the governing bodies of the university,
p.002006: c) the legal basis for the advancement of women, c) the legal
p.002006: basis of arrangements for the advancement of women,
p.002006: d) the legal protection against discrimination, d) the
p.002006: statutory protection against discrimination,
p.002006: e) the curriculum,
p.002006: e) the curriculum,
p.002006: f) the qualification profile of the graduates, f) the qualification
p.002006: profiles of graduates,
p.002006: g) the study entry and orientation phase, g) the
p.002006: orientation period,
p.002006: h) the recommended course offer in the first two semesters, h) the recommended
p.002006: courses for the first two semesters,
p.002006: i) the compatibility of studies and work, i) the
p.002006: compatibility of studies with work,
p.002006: j) the number of students studying, the average length of study, the
p.002006: Study success statistics and employment statistics,
p.002006: j) the number of students enrolled in the program, the average duration of studies, the pass rates, the employment
p.002006: statistics,
p.002006: k) study-related stays abroad, k)
p.002006: study-related stays abroad,
p.002006: l) the student representative institutions, in particular the Austrian university students
p.002006: Student body, the respective student body and
p.002006: l) the institutions for representation fo students, i.e. the Austrian Students 'Union and the respective Students'
p.002006: Union, and
p.002006: m) the student ombudsman m) the
p.002006: Austrian Student Ombudsman,
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p.002006: are to be informed, and
p.002006: and
p.002006: 2. to give an introduction to good scientific practice. 2. an introduction to
p.002006: good scientific practice shall be provided.
p.002006: It is permissible to attend the orientation events or the
p.002006: Orientation information also in cooperation with other legal entities, especially with Austrian
p.002006: University students to organize or make available.
p.002006: (1c) Beginner tutorials are to be set up for course-related advice,
p.002006: which help the students to cope with the performance, organizational and social requirements
p.002006: should support the first academic year and can be visited by the students. It is
p.002006: permitted, these beginner tutorials also in cooperation with other legal entities,
p.002006: in particular to be organized with the Austrian student body.
p.002006: (2) To the extent that foreign-language certificates are submitted to assess whether the admission requirements have been met
p.002006: are the application by sworn and legally certified interpreters
p.002006: To connect interpreters with translations.
p.002006: (3) The Rectorate is entitled to look at the obligation to submit individual documents if
p.002006: it is made credible that their provision within a reasonable period of time is impossible or disproportionate
p.002006: is very difficult and the documents submitted are sufficient for a decision.
p.002006: (3a) There are doubts about the authenticity of the documents with which the fulfillment of the admission requirements
p.002006: is proven, or its correctness of content or if it is not sufficient for a decision
p.002006: the Rectorate review the documents or knowledge or through those ordered by the Rectorate
p.002006: Have experts carried out. For this, the Rectorate can deposit a maximum of 500 euros
p.002006: which the applicant is to be reimbursed if the
p.002006: Verification of the authenticity and correctness of the documents has shown and this or this admitted to study
p.002006: has been.
p.002006: (4) Upon admission, the applicant is considered an ordinary or extraordinary
p.002006: Students or full-time or associate students or their relatives
p.002006: University.
p.002006: It shall be permissible to hold the orientation tutorials and to offer the orientation information together with
p.002006: other legal entities, particularly the Austrian Students ’Union.
p.002006: (1c) Provision shall be made for tutorials that offer first-year students on-going support in meeting the academic,
p.002006: organizational and social challenges presented by their first year of study. It is permissible to organize these
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p.002006: Students’ Union.
p.002006: (2) If supporting documents in foreign languages are required to determine whether the admission
p.002006: requirements are met, the application shall be fitted with translations which have be done by generally
p.002006: sworn and jurisdictionally certified translators.
p.002006: (3) The rectorate shall be entitled to waive the obligation to submit some documents if it is satisfied
p.002006: that it would be impossible or excessively difficult to furnish them within a reasonable period, and that the
p.002006: supporting documentation submitted is a sufficient basis for a decision. The representation of foreign study
p.002006: applicants by persons who are not admitted to a professional representation of parties in Austria or not empowered for
p.002006: representations by law, is not allowed. Applications which are not in line with these requirements shall be rejected.
p.002006: (3a) If there are any doubts about the authenticity of the documents furnishing proof of the fulfillment of the
p.002006: admission requirements, or the correctness of their contents, or if they are not sufficient to make a decision,
p.002006: the rectorate may carry out or call suitable persons for an evaluation of the documents or a test of the applicant's
p.002006: knowledge. For this purpose, the rectorate may collect a deposit of a maximum of 500 € which shall be refunded to the
p.002006: applicant in case the evaluation has revealed the authenticity and correctness of the documents and he or she has been
p.002006: admitted to a study program.
p.002006: (4) Upon admission the applicant shall become a member of the university in question, as a degree or non-degree seeking
p.002006: college student. This shall be evidenced by the issue of a student’s pass, which may take the form of a
p.002006: photographic identity
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p.002006: This is to be certified by issuing a student ID card that is designed as a photo ID card
p.002006: can. The ID has at least the name, date of birth and matriculation number of the student and
p.002006: to include the period of validity. The student ID card can be stored on a storage medium
p.002006: other functionalities.
p.002006: (5) An applicant who has not yet attended a university, teacher training college,
p.002006: Was authorized to carry out university of applied sciences courses or a private university
p.002006: Assign a matriculation number to the university on the occasion of the first admission. This is for
p.002006: to retain all further student admissions. The closer ones
p.002006: Provisions on the formation and allocation of matriculation numbers are set out in an ordinance by the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (6) Universities in accordance with section 6 (1) 1 to 15 have foreign applicants
p.002006: Applicants who are entitled to entry without a visa or who have a valid entry
p.002006: Residence permits to deliver the letter of admission directly. Langen on
p.002006: Austrian professional representative authorities apply to other foreign applicants
p.002006: The professional representative authorities can apply for admission to study at the responsible university
p.002006: Completeness and conclusiveness of the application as well as to ensure that admission to study and the
p.002006: First residence permits can be delivered at the same time. Here is the applicant
p.002006: Giving the opportunity to make additions and clarifications at his or her own expense. The representation
p.002006: foreign applicants by persons who are not professional representation in
p.002006: Austria admitted or not authorized to represent by law is not permitted.
p.002006: Applications that do not meet these requirements must be rejected.
p.002006: document. The pass shall, as a minimum, bear the student’s name, date of birth and matriculation number, as well as the
p.002006: expiry date. The pass may be fitted with other functionalities by a storage medium.
p.002006: (5) On initial admission, an applicant who has not yet been admitted to a university, a university college
p.002006: of teacher education, an institution for the execution of university of applied sciences degree programs, or a
p.002006: private university shall be assigned a matriculation number by the university. These shall be retained by the students
p.002006: concerned for all further admissions. The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall by decree enact
p.002006: detailed regulations on the generation and assignment of matriculation numbers.
p.002006: (6) The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15 shall deliver admission confirmations directly to foreign
p.002006: applicants entitled to visa-free entry to Austria or in possession of valid residence permits. If applications from
p.002006: other foreign applicants for admission to programs of study are received by Austrian official
p.002006: representations for forwarding to the responsible universities, the official representations may ensure
p.002006: that the applications are complete and the details therein consistent, and take steps to ensure that the
p.002006: admission confirmations and initial residential permits are delivered at the same time. Applicants shall
p.002006: be given an opportunity to clarify or add to the information contained in applications at their own expense.
p.002006: admission deadlines
p.002006: Admission Periods
p.002006: Section 61. (1) After hearing the Senate, the Rectorate must determine the general admission period for each semester.
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p.002006: of persons;
p.002006: 5. All applicants at universities in accordance with
p.002006: Section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21.
p.002006: (4) For all other foreign nationals and stateless persons, the university can take part in the
p.002006: Statutes set a different special admission period.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate is taking into account the duration and the implementation period
p.002006: authorized for admission to university courses and for admission to regular studies within the framework
p.002006: EU, state or university transnational mobility programs, including shared
p.002006: Study programs to make a different regulation for the general admission period.
p.002006: 5. all applicants at one of the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21.
p.002006: (4) For all other foreign nationals and stateless persons, the university may lay down a divergent special admission
p.002006: period in the statutes.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall be entitled to make other arrangements for the general admission period for certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education and degree programs under transnational EU, state or university
p.002006: mobility programs including joint diploma programs, having regard to the duration thereof.
p.002006: Registration for the continuation of the course Registration for
p.002006: the Continuation of Studies
p.002006: Section 62. (1) Students are obliged to within the general admission period or the grace period
p.002006: every semester of the university where admission to the course exists, the continuation of the course
p.002006: Report.
p.002006: (2) The registration of the continuation of the course is ineffective as long as the student fees including any
p.002006: Special contributions in accordance with the provisions of the HSG 2014 and any tuition fees have not been received.
p.002006: (3) The effect of registering the continuation of studies for one semester extends until the end of the
p.002006: Grace period for the immediately following semester, provided that the admission to study has not yet expired.
p.002006: Section 62. (1) Students are obliged to register for the continuation of their studies within the general admission
p.002006: period or extension period of each semester at the university where admission has been granted.
p.002006: (2) Registrations for the continuation of studies shall be invalid if any students ’fees and any extraordinary
p.002006: contributions pursuant to the provisions of the HSG 2014 and any tuition fees payable have not been received.
p.002006: (3) A registration for the continuation of studies for a semester shall remain valid until the end of the
p.002006: extension period in the succeeding semester unless admission to the program of study in question has lapsed.
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p.002006: (4) The university has student confirmations of the continuation of studies
p.002006: issue. In any case, these must include the name, date of birth, matriculation number and social security number of the or
p.002006: of the student as well as the student status, study and semester.
p.002006: (5) The notification of the continuation of the course must be noted in the student ID card (Section 60 (4)).
p.002006: (4) Universities shall issue students with confirmations of registration for the continuation of studies. These must,
p.002006: as a minimum, bear the student’s name, date of birth, matriculation number and social security number, as well as
p.002006: his / her student status, the program of study and the semester.
p.002006: (5) The registration for the continuation of studies shall be evidenced in the student’s pass (§ 60 para 4).
p.002006: Admission to regular studies
p.002006: Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: Section 63. (1) Admission to a regular course of study requires: Section 63. (1) Admission to
p.002006: degree programs is conditional on:
p.002006: 1. general university entrance qualification, 1.
p.002006: the possession of a general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 2. the special university entrance qualification for the chosen course, 2. the possession of
p.002006: a special university entrance qualification required for the
p.002006: study programs selected;
p.002006: 3. the knowledge of German necessary for the successful course of study or, if the study in
p.002006: English language is held, the English language; for admission to doctoral studies for the
p.002006: Successful course of study necessary knowledge of the language in which the study is held,
p.002006: 4. the artistic suitability for the studies at the universities according to § 6 para. 1 nos. 16 to 21,
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language or, if the program is held in English, the English language required for the
p.002006: successful continuation of studies; for the admission to a doctoral program, the knowledge of the language in which
p.002006: the studies are held required for the successful continuation of studies;
p.002006: 4. artistic aptitude, in the case of studies at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21;
p.002006: 5. sporting suitability for sports science studies and 5. sportive aptitude,
p.002006: in the case of degree programs in sports science; and
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p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons, if they are reasonable in the course in question
p.002006: Study conditions (para. 4) exist;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals or stateless persons, provided that the conditions for study of the subject concerned
p.002006: are acceptable in the countries concerned (para 4);
p.002006: 4. Groups of people based on the Ordinance on Groups of People. 4. groups of persons
p.002006: designated by decree of the Federal Minister on Groups
p.002006: of persons.
p.002006: (4) The Senate is entitled, based on the ratio between teachers and students in a course of study
p.002006: Study conditions determined by the further admission of foreign nationals and
p.002006: Stateless persons would be unacceptable in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 3. In this case, the Senate has to determine how many of these people
p.002006: can be admitted every semester without unacceptable study conditions, and according to which
p.002006: Criteria that are limited in number. It is allowed to be a preferred one
p.002006: To decide on the admission of applicants from developing countries. This
p.002006: Definitions are to be announced in the university newsletter.
p.002006: (5) If proof of general and special university entrance qualifications are not taken into account, any decisions
p.002006: to be admitted for a limited period in accordance with paragraph 4:
p.002006: 1.People who participate in university mobility programs, including joint study programs,
p.002006: participate for the duration of the approved program participation;
p.002006: (4) The senate shall be entitled, on the basis of the student-teacher ratio, to determine the point at
p.002006: which study conditions in a program of study would become unacceptable if additional foreign nationals
p.002006: or stateless persons in the meaning of para 3 subpara 3 were admitted. In such cases, determine the senate shall
p.002006: how many such persons may be admitted per semester without giving rise to unacceptable study conditions,
p.002006: and establish criteria for any limits to admission numbers. It is permissible to accord preferential
p.002006: treatment to applicants from developing countries. Such enactments shall be published in the university gazette.
p.002006: (5) The following shall be granted temporary admission upon furnishing proof of possession of a general and a special
p.002006: university entrance qualification, regardless of any enactments under para 4:
p.002006: 1. persons participating in university mobility programs including joint diploma programs, for the duration
p.002006: of authorized participation therein;
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p.002006: 2. People who only want to use distance learning courses based on cooperation agreements for
p.002006: at most two semesters;
p.002006: 3. foreign nationals and stateless persons in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 3, who after completing foreign studies in one
p.002006: corresponding to the first diploma examination of the chosen diploma course or a bachelor's degree
p.002006: Strive for admission to study in Austria for a maximum of two semesters.
p.002006: 2. persons wishing only to make use of distance learning course offerings based on co-operation agreements,
p.002006: for a maximum of two semesters;
p.002006: 3. foreign nationals and stateless persons in the meaning of para 3 subpara 3 seeking admission to study programs in
p.002006: Austria on successful completion of studies abroad equivalent to the first diploma examination of the diploma program
p.002006: selected or a bachelor’s degree, for a maximum of two semesters.
p.002006: An extension of the respective time limit is not permitted. Extension of these
p.002006: limited terms is impermissible.
p.002006: (6) The temporary admission according to Paragraph 5 Z 1 and 2 presupposes that a cooperation contract between the involved
p.002006: Educational institutions exist that set the conditions for collaboration, student exchange and the
p.002006: Implementation regulates in more detail. With the nomination by the
p.002006: Partner education institutions are considered general and special university entrance qualifications
p.002006: demonstrated.
p.002006: (7) After the expiry of the admission due to the negative assessment at the last permissible repetition of one
p.002006: Examination is the new admission to the university or, in the case of jointly established studies, to the
p.002006: participating educational institutions for those studies where the completion of the same exam is mandatory
p.002006: is not permitted. In the case of a teacher training course at secondary level (general education) is one of them
p.002006: in deviation, a new admission to study only for those subjects
p.002006: or specializations where the same examination is not mandatory
p.002006: is. If admission to a teacher training program expires on the basis of Section 68 Paragraph 1 No. 7, this is a new one
p.002006: Admission to a teacher training program at the university or, in the case of jointly set up studies, to those involved
p.002006: Educational institutions not allowed. If the admission expires during a course of study on the basis of Section 68 Paragraph 1 No. 8, this is a
p.002006: renewed admission to study at the same university or in the case of jointly established studies at the same
p.002006: participating educational institutions at the earliest in the third semester after the admission expires
p.002006: allowed.
p.002006: (8) Simultaneous admission to the same degree at more than one university or educational institution
p.002006: University in Austria is not permitted. Further admissions for the same degree at other universities or
p.002006: Pedagogical universities suffer and are subject to an error that is threatened by nullity within the meaning of Section 68 (4) (4) AVG
p.002006: to be declared void by the Rectorate. The secondary school teacher training course (general education)
p.002006: the same degree if a subject or specialization is identical.
p.002006: (6) Temporary admission under para 5 subparas 1 and 2 shall be conditional on the existence of a co-operation
p.002006: agreement between the universities concerned governing the detailed arrangements for co-operation,
p.002006: student exchange and program implementation. Nomination by the partner educational institution shall be deemed
p.002006: equivalent to proof of possession of a general and a special university entrance qualification.
p.002006: (7) Upon expiry of an admission due to failure of the last permissible repetition of an examination, renewed
p.002006: admission to the university or, in the case of jointly offered study programs, to the universities involved
p.002006: shall be excluded for those study programs which require the completion of the same examination. In
p.002006: derogation thereof, a renewed admission to the teacher training program for secondary schools (general
p.002006: education) is permitted only for those subjects or specializations which do not require the successful
p.002006: completion of the same examination. If the admission to a teacher training program expires on the basis of § 68
p.002006: para 1 subpara 7, renewed admission to a teacher training program at the university or, in case of jointly offered
p.002006: programs, at all educational institutions involved shall be excluded. If the admission to a study program expires
p.002006: on the basis of § 68 para 1 subpara 8, renewed admission to a study program at the same university or, in case of
p.002006: jointly offered programs, at all educational institutions involved is possible not earlier than in the third semester
p.002006: following the expiry of the admission.
p.002006: (8) Simultaneous admission to the same studies at more than one university or university college of teacher
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p.002006: Supplementary examination not to be taken before admission if there is a different regulation in accordance with paragraph 11 in the curriculum
p.002006: has been established.
p.002006: (10b) The supplementary examination for the proof of knowledge of the German language is within the framework of the
p.002006: Attend a university course set up for this purpose. The prescription of this
p.002006: Supplementary examination requires knowledge of the German language at the time of application for the study at least in the
p.002006: Extent of level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (GeR) of the Council of Europe. As
p.002006: Proof of this knowledge of the German language applies to generally recognized language diplomas,
p.002006: which are to be determined by ordinance of the rectorate. The language diploma must show that the owner
p.002006: or the holder of knowledge of the German language at least at level A2 of the Common European
p.002006: Reference frame for languages. The language diploma must not be older than two years at the time of submission.
p.002006: This regulation does not apply to artistic studies if, by regulation of the rectorate, the implementation of the
p.002006: (9) Taking examinations for a program of study at a university or university college of teacher education other than
p.002006: that to which a student has been admitted is only permissible if:
p.002006: 1. the home curriculum, or the curriculum of a program of study offered jointly with another university or
p.002006: university college of teacher education makes provisions therefore; or
p.002006: 2. the officer responsible for study matters approves sitting of the examination at the other university or university
p.002006: college of teacher education because it cannot be taken at the university or, in the case of jointly offered degree
p.002006: programs, the universities university colleges of teacher education in question.
p.002006: (10) Persons whose first language is not the language in which the study program is held shall provide
p.002006: proof of their knowledge of the language as required for the successful continuation of studies, in particular by
p.002006: submitting a secondary school leaving certificate obtained as a result of tuition received in the required
p.002006: language. The rectorate may, by decree, determine further documentary evidence for the required language proficiency.
p.002006: (10a) In case that proof of knowledge of the German language cannot be furnished, the rectorate shall
p.002006: prescribe a supplementary examination to be taken prior to admission. In artistic study programs the supplementary
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p.002006: (3) Admission to a master’s degree for secondary school teaching (general education) differs from §
p.002006: 63 Para. 1a the completion of a bachelor's degree for secondary school teaching (general education) according to point
p.002006: 2.1 of the annex to the HS-QSG or equivalent foreign studies. When admitted to a
p.002006: Master’s degrees for secondary school teaching (general education) can also include subjects or
p.002006: Specializations can be chosen in the form of supplementary studies to complement the bachelor's degree
p.002006: Have been trained as a teacher.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) for graduates
p.002006: Graduates of six semester teacher training courses, in deviation from § 63 para
p.002006: Advanced studies according to § 54c in advance.
p.002006: (5) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) for graduates
p.002006: Graduates of a teaching degree for the teaching level of primary level, in deviation from § 63 para
p.002006: Bachelor and master studies for the teaching level primary in accordance with point 1. of the annex to the HS-QSG.
p.002006: Section 63a. (1) The curricula for master's programs may prescribe qualitative admission requirements which must
p.002006: be related to the required knowledge of those subjects on which the respective master's program is based.
p.002006: (2) In any case, it must be ensured that the completion of a bachelor's program at the respective
p.002006: university entitles the student, without further requirements, to be admitted to at least one
p.002006: subject-related master's programs at the university or, in jointly offered programs, at one of the educational
p.002006: institutions involved. This shall also apply to master's programs according to para 8.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) requires the completion of a bachelor's program for teaching at secondary
p.002006: schools (general education) according to item 2.1 of the Appendix to the Act on Quality Assurance in Higher
p.002006: Education or of an equivalent foreign study program. Upon admission to a master's program for
p.002006: teaching at secondary schools (general education), it is possible to choose subjects or specializations which
p.002006: have been completed in addition to the bachelor's program for teacher training in the form of
p.002006: extension programs.
p.002006: (4) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) for graduates of six-semester programs for teacher training requires the completion of an
p.002006: extension programs according to § 54c.
p.002006: (5) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools (general
p.002006: education) for graduates of a program for teaching at primary schools requires the completion of the bachelor's and
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p.002006: of the Federal Act on the Equalization of Persons with Disabilities, F.L.G. I No 82/2005. If required, appropriate
p.002006: compensatory measures, in particular (language) assistance, shall be provided within the framework of the
p.002006: aptitude test procedure.
p.002006: (4) Suitable arrangements shall be made in the organizational process and the implementation of the aptitude test
p.002006: for applicants whose first language is not German, without, however, changing the requirement level.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall, by decree, establish detailed regulations for the admission procedure, including the
p.002006: ascertaining process of the capacity. In the case of jointly offered study programs, the rectorates of the
p.002006: educational institutions involved shall enact identical decrees.
p.002006: Legal protection in admission procedures Legal Protection in
p.002006: respect of admission procedures
p.002006: Section 65b. (1) The applicant is able to inspect the assessment documents and the
p.002006: Grant evaluation logs of admission procedures if he or she does so within three months
p.002006: Announcement of the result is required. The assessment documents also include those in the relevant procedure
p.002006: asked questions. As part of the inspection, it must be ensured that individual feedback on the
p.002006: Assessment can be given. The student is entitled to the assessment documents
p.002006: multiply. From the right of inspection and reproduction are questions regarding the personal
p.002006: Eligibility excluded. The right to reproduce also includes multiple choice questions, including the
p.002006: respective answer options excluded.
p.002006: Section 65b. (1) Applicants shall be permitted to have inspection of the assessment documents and the evaluation records of
p.002006: admission procedures, provided that they make such requests within three months of the announcement of the
p.002006: result. The assessment documents shall also include the questions asked during the respective procedure. Within the
p.002006: framework of inspection, it shall be ensured that also individual information on the assessment can be given.
p.002006: The student shall be entitled to make photocopies of the assessment documents. Questions regarding the personal
p.002006: aptitude shall be excluded from the right to make photocopies. Furthermore, multiple-choice questions
p.002006: including their answers shall be excluded from the right to make photocopies.
p.002006: (2) Admission procedures for studies can be repeated indefinitely. (2) Admission procedures
p.002006: to study programs may be repeated without
p.002006: limitation.
p.002006: Introductory and orientation phase Study
p.002006: Starting and Orientation Period
p.002006: Section 66. (1) The study entry and orientation phase is part of all diploma and bachelor's programs, provided that
p.002006: not at a university according to § 6
p.002006: § 66. (1) The orientation period, which is part of all diploma degree and bachelor's programs, unless
p.002006: they are established at a university under § 6 para 1
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p.002006: Paragraph 1 lines 16 to 21 are set up, but at least in the case of jointly established teacher training courses,
p.002006: that they give the student an overview of the essential content of each degree
p.002006: and its further course conveyed and a factual basis for the personal decision
p.002006: Assessment of her or his choice of degree. The study entry and orientation phase
p.002006: takes place in the first semester of the course and consists of several courses with a total of at least 8
p.002006: and a maximum of 20 ECTS credit points. Attention is paid to the needs of working students
p.002006: to take. For studies in human medicine, dentistry, psychology and veterinary medicine, the ordinance of the
p.002006: the respective rectorate does not have a study entry and orientation phase.
p.002006: (2) Section 59 and Sections 72 to 79 also apply to the study entry and orientation phase. Within
p.002006: At the beginning of the study and orientation phase, at least two exams must be scheduled, for each one
p.002006: At least two exam dates must be scheduled for the semester, one exam date also during the
p.002006: lecture-free time can be held. The positive success in all courses and
p.002006: Examinations in the study entry and orientation phase entitle the holder to take further courses
p.002006: and exams as well as for writing the bachelor's or diploma thesis provided in the curriculum.
p.002006: (3) In the curriculum it can be stipulated that prior to the complete completion of the study entry
p.002006: and orientation phase of further courses of up to 22
p.002006: ECTS credits may be taken.
p.002006: (4) Admission to the program expires if the student works for him or her within the framework of the
p.002006: The entry and orientation phase of the prescribed test is negative even with the last repetition
p.002006: was judged. Deviating from Section 63 (7), the new admission to this course can only be made for the
p.002006: third semester after the admission expires. The new approval can be made twice
p.002006: be requested. After each new admission, the student has to pay the entire number
p.002006: Exam repetitions are available in the introductory and orientation phase in accordance with Section 77.
p.002006: (5) The introductory and orientation phase serves as an orientation about the main course content and not
p.002006: as a quantitative access restriction.
p.002006: subparas 16 to 21, but in any case for jointly offered teacher training programs, shall be designed in such a manner
p.002006: that it provides students with an overview of the most important contents of the study programs and its
p.002006: continuation and that it forms a relevant basis for their own evaluation of their choice of studies.
p.002006: The orientation period shall be part of the first semester of the studies and shall consist of several courses,
p.002006: amounting to a total of at least 8 and no more than 20 ECTS credits. The needs of working students shall be taken into
p.002006: account. For studies in human medicine, dental medicine, psychology and veterinary medicine, an orientation
p.002006: period is not mandatory, if the rectorate decides so by decree.
p.002006: (2) § 59 and §§ 72 to 79 shall apply also to the orientation period. The orientation period shall
p.002006: include at least two examinations, for which at least two examination dates shall be offered in each semester,
p.002006: one of which may also take place in the recess period. The successful completion of all courses and examinations of the
p.002006: orientation period shall entitle students to take other courses and examinations as well as to write the
p.002006: bachelor's papers and diploma theses prescribed in the curriculum.
p.002006: (3) The curriculum may permit that more advanced courses of up to 22 ECTS credits may be taken prior to the successful
p.002006: completion of the orientation period.
p.002006: (4) The admission to a degree program shall expire, if a student fails the last permissible repetition of an
p.002006: examination prescribed for the orientation period. A new admission to the respective programs, notwithstanding § 63
p.002006: para 7, can be applied for not earlier than in the third semester after expiry of the admission. A new
p.002006: admission can be applied for twice. After each renewed admission, the student shall again be entitled to the total
p.002006: number of re-sits in the orientation period under § 77.
p.002006: (5) The goal of the orientation period is the orientation to the most important contents of the studies and not a
p.002006: quantitative admission restriction.
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p.002006: leave of Absence
p.002006: Academic Leave
p.002006: § 67. (1) Students are on application for one or more semesters because of § 67. (1) Students shall, upon
p.002006: application, be permitted by official notification
p.002006: to take a leave of absence because of
p.002006: 1. Performance of a presence, training or community service or 1. compulsory military
p.002006: service, training service, or community service, or
p.002006: 2. Disease that has been shown to prevent progress in the study or 2. longer periods of
p.002006: sickness which verifiable impedes the progress of studies,
p.002006: or
p.002006: 3. pregnancy or
p.002006: 3. pregnancy, or
p.002006: 4. Childcare duties or other similar care duties or
p.002006: 4. care of children or similar kinds of care, or
p.002006: 5. the performance of a voluntary social year 5. a
p.002006: voluntary year of social service,
p.002006: to leave on leave. Further reasons can be specified in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) Leave of absence must be applied for at the latest at the beginning of the respective semester. In the event of the unforeseen
p.002006: and the inevitable occurrence of a legal reason for a leave of absence can only last until the end of the
p.002006: Extension of the respective semester can be requested.
p.002006: (3) The leave of absence is effective for all studies of the educational institution to which this was requested and for
p.002006: jointly established studies for all studies of the participating educational institutions. During the leave of absence
p.002006: admission to the course remains open. Attending courses, taking exams
p.002006: as well as the submission and assessment of scientific and artistic works is not permitted.
p.002006: for two or more semesters. Additional exceptions may be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) Academic leave shall be applied for at the beginning of the respective semester at the latest. In the
p.002006: event of the unforeseen and unavoidable occurrence of a statutory reason for academic leave, it may be applied
p.002006: for by the end of the extension period of the respective semester at the latest.
p.002006: (3) The academic leave shall be effective for all study programs at the educational institution at which
p.002006: it was applied for and in the case of jointly offered study programs for all study programs at the educational
p.002006: institutions involved. The admission to the study program shall remain valid for the duration of the academic
p.002006: leave. Attendance of courses, taking examinations, and the submission and assessment of scientific theses or artistic
p.002006: submissions shall not be permissible.
p.002006: Expiry of admission to ordinary studies Expiry of
p.002006: Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: Section 68. (1) Admission to a course of study expires when the student
p.002006: Section 68. (1) Admission to a program of study shall expire if a student:
p.002006: 1. withdraws from your studies or 1.
p.002006: deregisters from the program; or
p.002006: 2. fails to report the continuation of studies or 2. fails to register
p.002006: for the continuation of studies; or
p.002006: 3. Negative in the case of an examination prescribed for her or his studies even with the last permitted repetition
p.002006: was assessed, whereby the number of admissible repetitions after the examination starts on the respective
p.002006: University and in the case of jointly established studies after the participants have taken the exams
p.002006: Educational institutions in all studies or
p.002006: 3. fails the last permissible repetition of an examination prescribed for his / her degree program, whereby the
p.002006: permissible number of repetitions shall be calculated on the basis of the examinations taken at the respective
p.002006: university or, in jointly offered degree programs, on the basis of the examinations taken at the educational
p.002006: institutions concerned, in all degree programs; or
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p.002006: 4. the right to direct admission to this course or to continue studying in
p.002006: Issuing state of the document, with which the general university entrance qualification was proven, because it or
p.002006: he has not passed an examination required for this in time, or
p.002006: 5. in the case of temporary admission, has completed the partial study to a limited extent or
p.002006: 6. the study through the positive assessment at the last prescribed examination
p.002006: has completed or
p.002006: 7. in the case of a teacher training course in the internships marked in the curriculum within the framework of the
p.002006: pedagogical-practical studies at the last permitted repetition was assessed negatively, with a reference from
p.002006: the practical school is to be equated with a negative assessment, or
p.002006: 8. due to an act or acts that endanger or seriously endanger others
p.002006: Represents or represent university members or third parties within the scope of the course of study, by decision of the rectorate
p.002006: is excluded from the course of study, whereby further details are to be regulated in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) At the universities in accordance with § 6 Paragraph 1 Numbers 16 to 21, the statutes can stipulate that admission to
p.002006: Study ends if more than three semesters of the respective course offer from the
p.002006: central artistic subject is not attended.
p.002006: (3) The expiry of the admission in the cases of para. 1 nos. 3, 4 and 7 and para. 2 is the person concerned
p.002006: Communicate to students in writing. The Rectorate has one at the request of the student
p.002006: To issue a notice of assessment.
p.002006: 4. has lost the right to direct admission to the respective program of studies or continuation of studies in the
p.002006: country of issue of the certificate providing proof of general university entrance qualification because he / she has
p.002006: failed to take an examination required therefore within the appointed period; or
p.002006: 5. in the case of temporary admission, has completed the respective program component in the
p.002006: appointed period; or
p.002006: 6. has completed his / her studies by passing the last prescribed examination; or
p.002006: 7. receives a negative assessment for the last permissible repetition of an internship within the
p.002006: framework of the pedagogic-practical studies prescribed in the curriculum of a teacher training program; the
p.002006: receipt of a reprimand from the partner school shall also be considered as a negative assessment; or
p.002006: 8. is excluded by official notification by the rectorate owing to an act or acts presenting a lasting or serious threat
p.002006: to other university members or to third parties within the framework of their studies. Further details shall
p.002006: be regulated in the statute.
p.002006: (2) The statutes of the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 may provide for an admission to expire if a
p.002006: student has failed to attend the courses relating to the major artistic subject for a total of more than three
p.002006: semesters over the entire duration of his / her studies.
p.002006: (3) The expiry of the admission in the cases of para 1 subparas 3, 4 and 7, and para 2 shall be notified to the student
p.002006: in writing. Upon application by the student, the rectorate shall issue a notification of assessment.
p.002006: leaving certificate
p.002006: Leaving Certificate
p.002006: § 69. If the student ends a course of study without successfully completing the course, see above
p.002006: a certificate of departure must be issued on request. This has all the exams to which the student in
p.002006: has started this course of study, and state their assessments With regard to the positively assessed
p.002006: Examinations are only to be stated as positive. To support the international mobility of the
p.002006: Students are allowed to connect a foreign language translation, the name of the university and
p.002006: of the issuing body are not to be translated.
p.002006: § 69. A leaving certificate shall be issued on application of a student terminating his / her studies without completing
p.002006: it successfully. The leaving certificate shall list all examinations taken by the student during his / her studies,
p.002006: and the assessments awarded. With regard to the examinations passed, only the positive assessments shall be stated.
p.002006: In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
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p.002006: Admission to extraordinary studies Admission to
p.002006: Non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to the extraordinary studies requires proof of any in the curriculum
p.002006: preconditions required for a university course.
p.002006: (2) Admission to the preparatory courses is at the latest until the age of 20
p.002006: possible. In addition, the universities are entitled in accordance with Section 6 (1) 16 to 21
p.002006: Curriculum for a preparatory course one admission age until completion of the
p.002006: 25th year of life if this is necessary due to the content of the course.
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to non-degree programs is conditional on proof that the applicant fulfils any requirements
p.002006: laid down in the curriculum of the certificate university program for further education concerned.
p.002006: (2) Eligibility for admission to preparatory continuing education courses shall cease on the applicant’s 21st
p.002006: birthday. The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall be entitled to provide for admission to
p.002006: preparatory continuing education courses up to the applicant’s 26th birthday if this is necessitated by the course
p.002006: contents.
p.002006: (3) After the expiry of the admission due to the negative assessment at the last permissible repetition of one
p.002006: Exam is the new admission for this university course excluded.
p.002006: (3) Upon expiry of an admission due to failure of the last permissible repetition of an examination renewed admission
p.002006: to the certificate university program for further education concerned shall be excluded.
p.002006: Expiry of admission to extraordinary studies Expiry of
p.002006: Admission to non-degree programs
p.002006: § 71. (1) Admission expires if the student § 71. (1) Admission
p.002006: shall expire if a student:
p.002006: 1. withdraws from your studies, 1.
p.002006: deregisters from the program;
p.002006: 2. fails to report the continuation of studies, 2. fails to
p.002006: register for the continuation of studies;
p.002006: 3. in the case of an examination prescribed for her or his studies at the last permitted repetition
p.002006: was judged negatively or
p.002006: 4. In the case of jointly established university courses in accordance with Section 39 (1) HG, admission to a regular course of study
p.002006: loses (Section 61 (1) 4 HG),
p.002006: 5. The university course through the positive assessment at the last prescribed examination
p.002006: has completed,
p.002006: 6. exceeds the maximum duration of study specified in the curriculum of a university course
p.002006: or
p.002006: 7. is excluded from extraordinary studies for the reason stated in § 68 Para. 1 No. 8.
p.002006: (2) The expiry of the admission is in the cases of paragraph 1 nos. 3, 4 and 6 of the student concerned
p.002006: to be communicated in writing. The Rectorate has to issue an assessment notice on application.
p.002006: 3. fails the last permissible repetition of an examination prescribed for his / her programs of study;
p.002006: 4. in the case of jointly offered university programs for further education under § 39 para 1 HG has lost the
p.002006: right to admission to the degree program (§ 61 para 1 subpara 4 HG;
p.002006: 5. has completed the certificate university program for further education by passing the last prescribed examination;
p.002006: 6. exceeds the maximum duration of a certificate university program for further education, or
p.002006: 7. is excluded from the non-degree program for the reason stated in § 68 para 1 subpara 8.
p.002006: (2) The expiry of the admission in the cases of para 1 subparas 3, 4 and 6 shall be notified to the student in
p.002006: writing. Upon application, the rectorate shall issue a notification of assessment.
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p.002006: Chapter 3a
p.002006: Access regulations in the context of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Admission Regulations in the Context of the Future Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities Rights and
p.002006: Duties of Students
p.002006: aims
p.002006: Objectives
p.002006: Section 71a. In the course of implementing a capacity-oriented, student-related
p.002006: University funding should include the number of active studies and the number of
p.002006: completed studies at universities.
p.002006: Section 71a. As part of the implementation of a capacity-oriented, student-based funding of universities, the
p.002006: proportion of students who actively take examinations as well as the number of degrees awarded at universities shall be
p.002006: Increased.
p.002006: Admission to particularly popular Bachelor and Diploma programs Admission to Very Popular
p.002006: Bachelor and Diploma Programs
p.002006: Section 71b. (1) In the fields of study or studies that are particularly popular throughout Austria, the
p.002006: Austria-wide minimum number of study places for new students per
p.002006: The academic year and field of study or study are defined as follows:
p.002006: Section 71b. (1) For the very popular fields of education or degree programs throughout Austria, the following
p.002006: number of study places shall be offered for first-year students for each academic year and field of education or
p.002006: degree programs:
p.002006: Field of study / study Minimum number of Field of
p.002006: education / study programs Total number
p.002006: Architecture and urban planning * 2,020
p.002006: Architecture and town planning * 2,020
p.002006: Biology and biochemistry ** 3,700
p.002006: Biology and biochemistry ** 3,700
p.002006: Educational Science 1,460
p.002006: Educational science 1,460
p.002006: Foreign languages 3,020
p.002006: Foreign languages 3,020
p.002006: Computer science 2,800
p.002006: Computer science 2,800
p.002006: Management and Administration / Economy and Administration, general / Economics
p.002006: 10,630 Management and administration / business and administration, general / economic sciences
p.002006: 10.630
p.002006: Pharmacy 1,370
p.002006: Pharmacology 1,370
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p.002006: The Rectorate has the approval of the University Council for approval, including any opinion from the Senate
p.002006: required. If the University Council does not make a decision within four weeks of submission, the determination is considered to be
p.002006: approved.
p.002006: (2) In the studies of human and dental medicine, psychology and veterinary medicine, in the sense of a
p.002006: the following number of study places for new students
p.002006: - Beginners are made available in increasing numbers per study year and study across Austria:
p.002006: to the university council. In case that the university council fails to reach a decision within four weeks of
p.002006: submission, the decision shall be deemed to have been approved.
p.002006: (2) For the degree programs in human and dental medicine, psychology, and veterinary medicine, the following
p.002006: number of study places for first-year students shall be offered gradually for each academic year and degree
p.002006: programs nationally with a view to a demand-oriented growth in study places:
p.002006: Total studies
p.002006: Study programs Total number
p.002006: Human and dentistry up to 2,000 human and
p.002006: dental medicine Up to 2,000 psychology
p.002006: 1,300 psychology
p.002006: 1,300 veterinary medicine
p.002006: up to 250 veterinary medicine
p.002006: Up to 250
p.002006: (3) In the studies pursuant to Paragraph 2, the performance agreement of those universities at which the
p.002006: relevant studies are offered, a determination of the number of study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners in terms of a needs-based study place development and under
p.002006: Consideration of previous student numbers. In the study of human medicine, the protection of the
p.002006: to ensure protection interests regulated in paragraph 5.
p.002006: (3) For the degree programs under para 2, the performance agreements of those universities offering the respective
p.002006: programs shall stipulate the number of study places for students beginning their studies with a view to a
p.002006: demand-oriented growth in study places and taking into account the past number of students. In the degree programs
p.002006: for human medicine and dental medicine, it shall be ensured that the interests under para 5 are also protected.
p.002006: (4) Section 71b (7) with the exception of Z 4 and (9) shall apply. (4) Section 71b para 7, with the
p.002006: exception of subpara 4, and para 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (5) In the human medicine course, the right to education and access to higher education is held by the owners
p.002006: and holders of secondary school-leaving certificates issued in Austria due to increased influx of owners
p.002006: Maturity certificates not issued in Austria are severely restricted and public health
p.002006: including maintaining a balanced, accessible and high-quality medical
p.002006: Supply to the population is impaired. Without prejudice to the admission procedure in accordance with Paragraph 1, the
p.002006: 95% of the total study places for the homogeneity of the education system in the study of human medicine
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p.002006: (4) The university has to prove the requirements according to paragraph 3 on the basis of harmonized data
p.002006: provide. In the course of this proof it must be demonstrated, among other things, that the university has in recent years
p.002006: Resources shifted to the relevant field of study or study or any organizational measures
p.002006: has set. When determining critical supervisory relationships or capacities in a field of study or study
p.002006: the Federal Minister has the option, within the framework of the performance agreement or one
p.002006: Addendum to the performance agreement university or location-related solutions for suitable
p.002006: To obtain study place numbers.
p.002006: (5) The number of minimum study places to be offered for beginners
p.002006: per field of study or study is through the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, shall have the opportunity to
p.002006: give an opinion within six weeks. The decision of the rectorate, or the competent bodies of recognized private
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and
p.002006: private universities, respectively, shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the
p.002006: following academic year.
p.002006: (3) A field of education or study program, respectively, is very popular if either
p.002006: 1. the average student-teacher ratio of the past five academic years in the respective field of education or
p.002006: study programs at this university exceeds the reference value for the respective field of education or study programs
p.002006: by 1.75 times, and, on average over the past five academic years, more than
p.002006: 500 students actively taking examinations were enrolled in bachelor's, master's and diploma programs
p.002006: throughout Austria, or
p.002006: 2. the number of first-year students in the respective field of education or study program increases by more than 50%
p.002006: within a period of two academic years and exceeds the absolute number of 200 first-year students, and, at the same
p.002006: time, the number of students actively taking examinations in bachelor's and diploma programs in the respective
p.002006: field of education or study program increases by more than 25% within a period of two academic years and
p.002006: exceeds the absolute number of 500 students actively taking examinations in bachelor's and diploma programs.
p.002006: (4) The university shall provide proof of the needs according to para 3 based on harmonized data. In the course of
p.002006: providing proof, the university shall, i.a., describe the shifting of resources during the last years towards
p.002006: the respective field of education or study programs as well as any organizational measures it has taken. If the
p.002006: student-teacher ratios or capacities in a field of education or study programs are found to be critical, the
p.002006: Federal Minister shall have the option, within the framework of the performance agreement or a supplementary
p.002006: agreement, to effect university- or location-specific solutions for providing adequate numbers of study places.
p.002006: (5) The minimum number of study places for first-year students to be offered per field of education or study programs
p.002006: shall be determined by decree according
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p.002006: Ordinance according to Paragraph 1 based on the indicators "Number of new students
p.002006: - Beginners in bachelor and diploma studies (excluding incoming students) ”(indicator 1),“ Number of active exams
p.002006: Bachelor and diploma studies in the first year of study ”(indicator 2) and“ Number of degrees
p.002006: in Bachelor and Diploma Studies ”(Indicator 3), whereby Indicator 1 with a share of 25%, the
p.002006: Indicator 2 with a share of 50% and indicator 3 with a share of 25% must be weighted.
p.002006: (6) The definition of the supervision standard in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 1, the definition, data basis and calculation of the
p.002006: Supervision ratio according to Paragraph 3 No. 1 in Bachelor, Master and Diploma studies as well as the number of
p.002006: examination-active bachelor's, master's and diploma studies in accordance with paragraph 3 lines 1 and 2 as well as the definition,
p.002006: The data basis and the calculation of the indicators in accordance with paragraph 5 is provided in the regulation in accordance with paragraph 1.
p.002006: to para 1 based on the indicators “Number of first-year students in bachelor's and diploma programs (excluding
p.002006: incoming students) ”(indicator 1),“ Number of students actively taking examinations in bachelor's and diploma
p.002006: programs in the first year of studies ”(indicator 2) as well as“ Number of graduates in bachelor's and diploma
p.002006: programs ”(indicator 3). In that, indicator 1 shall account for a share of 25%, indicator 2 for 50% and indicator 3
p.002006: for 25%.
p.002006: (6) The decree according to para 1 shall comprise the determination of the reference value for the
p.002006: teacher-student ratios according to para 3 subpara 1, the definition, data basis, and calculation of the
p.002006: student-teacher ratio according to para 3 subpara 1 in bachelor's, master's and diploma programs, as well as the
p.002006: number of students actively taking examinations in bachelor's, master's and diploma programs
p.002006: according to para 3 subparas 1 and 2, and furthermore the definition, data basis and calculation of the indicators
p.002006: according to para 5.
p.002006: (7) Section 71b paragraphs 3, 6, 7 and 9 apply. (7) Section 71b
p.002006: paras 3, 6, 7 and 9 shall apply.
p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: Assessment of academic success and certificates Determination of Academic Success
p.002006: and certificates
p.002006: Assessment and assessment of academic success Determination of Academic
p.002006: Success and Academic Assessment
p.002006: § 72. (1) The success of the study is determined by the examinations and the assessment of the scientific
p.002006: Master thesis or dissertation) or the artistic work (artistic diploma, master thesis or
p.002006: Dissertation).
p.002006: (2) The positive success of exams and scientific and artistic work is part of
p.002006: "Very good" (1), "good" (2), "satisfactory" (3) or
p.002006: "Sufficient" (4), the negative success can be assessed with "not sufficient" (5). Interim assessments are
p.002006: inadmissible. If this form of assessment is impossible or inappropriate, the positive one
p.002006: Assessment "participated with success", the negative assessment "participated without success".
p.002006: (3) Examinations that consist of several subjects or parts are only to be assessed positively if each subject or
p.002006: every part was assessed positively.
p.002006: (4) The internship within the framework of the pedagogical-practical studies is assessed by
p.002006: the course leader at the
p.002006: Basis of the written
p.002006: § 72. (1) Academic success shall be determined by examinations and the assessment of the academic thesis
p.002006: (diploma, master’s or doctoral thesis) or artistic submission (artistic diploma or master's submission or artistic
p.002006: doctoral thesis).
p.002006: (2) Passes of examinations and positive assessments of academic theses and artistic submissions shall be graded as
p.002006: “Excellent” (1), “good” (2), “satisfactory” (3) or “sufficient” (4); fails shall be graded as
p.002006: “Insufficient” (5). Intermediate assessments are impermissible. If this form of assessment is
p.002006: impossible or inexpedient the form of words for a pass shall be “successfully completed” and that for a fail shall be
p.002006: "Unsuccessfully completed".
p.002006: (3) Passes for examinations consisting of a number of subjects or parts shall only be awarded if each subject or part
p.002006: has been passed.
p.002006: (4) The teachers of courses shall be responsible for the assessment of the internships in the framework of
p.002006: the pedagogic-practical studies on the basis of the written performance description of the practice instructor. If the
p.002006: written performance
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p.002006: Performance description of the practice teacher. Performs the written
p.002006: Performance description likely to result in a negative assessment, the student has the right to
p.002006: to submit a written opinion.
p.002006: description is likely to lead to a negative assessment, the student shall have the opportunity to express
p.002006: an opinion in writing.
p.002006: Cancellation of judgments
p.002006: Annulations of assessments
p.002006: § 73. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has the assessment void by decision
p.002006: to explain if
p.002006: 1. registration for this exam was made difficult during an exam or
p.002006: 2. in the case of an examination or a scientific or artistic work, the assessment, in particular by
p.002006: the use of unauthorized aids has been made.
p.002006: (2) The test, the evaluation of which has been declared invalid, is based on the total number of repetitions
p.002006: to be counted.
p.002006: (3) Exams that are taken outside the scope of a continuation report
p.002006: and assessments of scientific and artistic work outside the
p.002006: The scope of a continuation report are absolutely void. An offset against the
p.002006: The total number of repetitions does not take place.
p.002006: § 73. (1) The assessment shall be annulled by an official notification of the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters if
p.002006: 1. in the case of an examination, the latter was registered for under false pretences;
p.002006: 2. in the case of an examination, academic thesis and artistic submission, the assessment was obtained by fraudulent
p.002006: means, in particular by the use of unauthorized aids.
p.002006: (2) An examination, the result of which is annulled, shall count towards the number of repetitions.
p.002006: (3) The results of examinations taken outside the registered continuation period for studies, and the assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions awarded outside the registered continuation period shall be null and
p.002006: void. Such results or assessments shall not count towards the number of repetitions.
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p.002006: 7. the topic of the scientific or artistic work and the assessment as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 6. the designation of the examination or the subject, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the academic theses and artistic submissions, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
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p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the exam and the assessment;
p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the examination and the result (s) awarded;
p.002006: 9. the name of the exhibitor. 9. the name of
p.002006: the issuer.
p.002006: (3) The examiner has certificates of examinations in front of individual examiners
p.002006: The assessor is responsible for assessing scientific and artistic work,
p.002006: The chairperson of the
p.002006: Examination board, certificates of degrees have that for the study law
p.002006: Issue competent body.
p.002006: (4) The certificates are to be sent immediately, but at the latest within four weeks after the delivery of the to
p.002006: issuing assessing performance. To support international student mobility
p.002006: the connection of a foreign language translation is permitted, the name of the university and the issuing institution
p.002006: Organs are not translatable.
p.002006: (5) The issuing of certificates by means of automated data processing is permitted. If
p.002006: If there is no hand-made production, certification is only required for final certificates.
p.002006: (6) The university has one or a foreign student from the second academic year on request
p.002006: to provide the student with proof of academic success, provided that he or she
p.002006: previous examinations, examinations with a positive assessment of at least 16 ECTS credit points
p.002006: or has completed 8 semester hours per week.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed studies in accordance with Section 58 (11) are included in the final certificate
p.002006: to be marked by a reference to the requirements modified with the notification.
p.002006: (3) Certificates of examinations held before one examiner shall be issued by the latter, those of assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions by the assessor, and those of examinations held before senates by the
p.002006: chairperson of the examination senate. Graduation certificates shall be issued by the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters.
p.002006: (4) Certificates shall be issued without delay, and within four weeks of performance of the work assessed at
p.002006: the latest. In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
p.002006: (5) The issue of certificates by means of electronic data processing is permissible. In the absence of a
p.002006: handwritten signature, attestation is only necessary in the case of graduation certificates.
p.002006: (6) Universities shall, on application of a foreign student, issue him / her a certificate of successful
p.002006: course completion from the second year of study onwards, if he / she has passed examinations equivalent to at least 16
p.002006: ECTS credits or 8 semester hours.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed study programs according to § 58 para 11 shall be specified in the graduation certificate
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p.002006: to repeat the course in question once. The positively assessed examination becomes the
p.002006: Retake void. This also applies to the internships in the curriculum of teacher training studies in the
p.002006: Framework of pedagogical-practical studies. At the universities in accordance with section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21, two may
p.002006: positively assessed course examinations from the central artistic subject during the
p.002006: the entire duration of the study can be repeated once.
p.002006: Section 77. (1) Students shall be entitled to repeat passed examinations up to twelve months after taking them, but not later
p.002006: than the end of the respective stage of the study program or the program as a whole. The result of the passed
p.002006: examination shall become null and void when the resit is taken. This shall also apply to internships in the framework
p.002006: of the pedagogic-practical studies, indicated by the curriculum of teacher training programs. At the universities
p.002006: named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 a maximum of two passed course examinations in the major artistic subject may be
p.002006: repeated once throughout the entire duration of studies.
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p.002006: (2) Students are entitled to retake exams three times. On the number of
p.002006: admissible exams are all exams for the same exam at the same university and at
p.002006: jointly set up studies at all participating educational institutions. In the statute is
p.002006: Determine whether and how many further exam repetitions are permitted.
p.002006: (3) The third repetition of an examination is to be held by a committee if the examination is in the form of a single one
p.002006: Examination process is carried out. At the request of the student, this also applies to the second
p.002006: Repetition.
p.002006: (4) Students are entitled to internships marked in the curriculum as part of the
p.002006: Repeat pedagogical-practical studies once with a negative assessment. Repeated negative
p.002006: To avoid special hardship cases, a second repetition can be provided if the
p.002006: negative assessment of the repetition on special, not by the student or the
p.002006: Students are in debt.
p.002006: (5) The setting of deadlines and the obligation to take course examinations as
p.002006: Prerequisites for retaking exams are not permitted.
p.002006: (2) Students shall be entitled to repeat failed examinations three times. All examinations taken in the same
p.002006: subject at the same university and, in jointly offered programs, at all educational institutions concerned,
p.002006: shall count towards the permissible number of resits. The statute shall state whether further resits are
p.002006: permitted, and if so how many may be taken.
p.002006: (3) The third repetition of an examination must be held before an examination board, if the examination takes the form
p.002006: of a single procedure. On application of the student the same shall apply to the second repetition.
p.002006: (4) In the case of receiving a negative assessment, students shall be entitled to repeat internships in the framework
p.002006: of the pedagogic-practical studies indicated by the curriculum once. To avoid cases that would lead to particular
p.002006: hardship, a second repetition may be permitted if the repeated negative assessment can be attributed to special
p.002006: circumstances for which the student is not responsible.
p.002006: (5) Setting of deadlines for repetitions of examinations and making them conditional on taking course
p.002006: examinations is impermissible.
p.002006: Recognition of exams
p.002006: Recognition of examinations
p.002006: Section 78. (1) Upon application by the ordinary student, exams are assessed as positive, provided that they pass the
p.002006: the examinations prescribed in the curriculum are equivalent, from for study law matters
p.002006: to approve the responsible body if it
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution,
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institution, the access to which is general university entrance qualification
p.002006: requires
p.002006: 3. at a vocational high school in those required for future employment
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 4. at a higher institute for teacher and educator training in the necessary for future professional activity
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 5. in general higher education schools with special attention to the arts
p.002006: or athletic training in artistic and artistic-scientific as well as athletic and
p.002006: sporty-scientific subjects, or
p.002006: § 78. (1) On application of the degree student concerned, examinations passed by students shall be recognized by the
p.002006: officer responsible for study matters by official notification, provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed
p.002006: by the curriculum, if taken
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institutions for which an admission requirement is the
p.002006: general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 3. at a higher vocational schools, in those subjects which are required for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 4. at a school for the training of teachers and non-teaching supervisory staff, in those subjects which are required
p.002006: for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 5. at academic secondary schools with a particular emphasis on music or sports education, in artistic and
p.002006: artistic-scientific subjects as well as in sportive and sportive-scientific subjects; or
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p.002006: 6. at Austrian conservatoires with public law 6. at Austrian public
p.002006: conservatories.
p.002006: were filed. Those at a domestic post-secondary educational institution or at a recognized
p.002006: Post-secondary educational institution of an EU or EEA state for a subject passed exams are for
p.002006: the same subject in the further study of the same course at another domestic university in any case
p.002006: to be recognized if the ECTS credit points are the same or differ only slightly. Such recognitions
p.002006: can generally be specified in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The recognition of examinations contrary to the provisions of
p.002006: § 63 paragraphs 8 and 9 have been taken at another university or teacher training college is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific activity in companies or research institutions
p.002006: outside of the university and outside of the involved in the case of jointly established studies
p.002006: Educational institutions that can provide academic vocational training are in accordance with Art
p.002006: the research activities and research projects of the institution concerned and the type and scope of the
p.002006: Participation or activity of the student according to the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: or recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (4) The artistic activity at institutions outside the university and at jointly established
p.002006: Studies outside the educational institutions involved, which is an artistic
p.002006: Being able to provide vocational training depends on the type of artistic activity and the type and scope
p.002006: the participation or activity of the student in accordance with the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (5) For teacher training and instrumental (vocal), religious and business education studies
p.002006: are relevant occupational activities with educational elements in accordance with the equivalence on request
p.002006: of the regular student on appropriate practice-oriented courses
p.002006: to be officially recognized as an examination.
p.002006: (6) At the request of ordinary students who want to carry out part of their studies abroad
p.002006: determine, by decision, which of the planned examinations corresponds to the examinations prescribed in the curriculum
p.002006: are equivalent. The documents required for the assessment are from the applicant
p.002006: required.
p.002006: Examinations taken at a domestic university or a university in the European Union or European Economic Area shall be
p.002006: recognized for further study of the same subject at another domestic university provided that the number of ECTS
p.002006: credits is the same or only slightly different. Such recognition may be generally prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum.
p.002006: (2) Recognition of examinations taken at another university or university college of teacher education which
p.002006: contravene the provisions of § 63 paras 8 and 9 is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific research at business establishments or research establishments outside the university and in
p.002006: jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions concerned, capable of providing preparatory
p.002006: scientific training shall, by official notification, be recognized as equivalent to examinations on application of a
p.002006: degree student if the nature of the research and the research projects at the establishment concerned,
p.002006: and the nature and extent of the student’s participation therein or activities is comparable.
p.002006: (4) Artistic activities outside the university and in jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions
p.002006: concerned, capable of providing pre-vocational artistic vocational education shall be recognized as equivalent to
p.002006: examinations on application of a degree student if the nature of the activities, and the nature and extent of the
p.002006: student’s participation therein is comparable.
p.002006: (5) In the case of teacher training programs as well as instrumental or vocal, religious, or economic educational
p.002006: programs, any relevant professional activities involving pedagogical skills shall, on application of a degree student
p.002006: and under the precondition of equivalence, be recognized, by official notification, as equivalent to an examination for
p.002006: respective practice-oriented courses.
p.002006: (6) In response to a request by a degree student to conduct part of his / her studies abroad, the university shall give
p.002006: notice of the examinations which such student plans to take which are deemed equivalent to those prescribed by
p.002006: the curriculum. The applicant shall submit the documents required to assess such equivalence.
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p.002006: (7) The recognition of an examination is considered to be the start of an examination and a positive assessment of the corresponding one in
p.002006: Curriculum prescribed exam in the course for which the exam is recognized.
p.002006: (8) Positive assessments that have been taken by extraordinary students are for ordinary ones
p.002006: Studies based on equivalence can only be recognized insofar as they
p.002006: (7) Recognition of an examination shall be deemed equivalent to a pass in the like examination prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum for the studies for which such examination is recognized.
p.002006: (8) Recognition may only be accorded to equivalent examinations passed by non-degree seeking students if taken
p.002006: 1. in the context of university courses or university courses, 1. in connection with
p.002006: university or university colleges further education
p.002006: courses;
p.002006: 2. before the complete examination or the university entrance qualification examination,
p.002006: 3. Before the entrance exam for the proof of sporting suitability for the study for which the exam
p.002006: should be recognized
p.002006: 4. Before the entrance examination for the proof of artistic suitability for the study for which the examination
p.002006: should be recognized, or
p.002006: 5. before the completion of the aptitude test for the teaching degree for which the examination
p.002006: should be recognized
p.002006: were filed.
p.002006: (9) At the request of the extraordinary student, exams that have been assessed positively are to be taken on a
p.002006: Educational institution in accordance with para. 1 were filed by the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organically recognized organ, insofar as it complies with the curriculum of the university course
p.002006: prescribed tests are equivalent.
p.002006: (10) In deviation from § 73 AVG, applications for recognition are to be submitted no later than two months after receipt of the application
p.002006: to decide by decision.
p.002006: 2. prior to passing the secondary-school leaving examination or university entrance qualification examination;
p.002006: 3. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of physical fitness, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: 4. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of artistic aptitude, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: 5. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of physical fitness, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: (9) On application of the non-degree seeking student concerned, examinations passed by students at an educational
p.002006: institution under para 1 shall be recognized by the officer responsible for study matters by official notification,
p.002006: provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed by the curriculum of the further education course.
p.002006: (10) Notwithstanding Section 73 General Administrative Procedure Act, official notifications for the recognition of
p.002006: examinations must be issued within two months of receipt of the applications.
p.002006: Legal protection for exams Legal Protection
p.002006: in respect of examinations
p.002006: Section 79. (1) No appeal is permitted against the assessment of an examination. If performing a negative
p.002006: assessed exam has a serious deficiency, that has for the study law matters
p.002006: competent body to revoke this examination upon request of the student with notice. The or the
p.002006: Students must submit the application within two weeks of the announcement of the assessment
p.002006: and the serious lack credible
p.002006: Section 79. (1) Appeals against the academic judgment of examiners shall be impermissible. If the manner in
p.002006: which an examination resulting in a negative assessment is conducted exhibits severe defects, the officer
p.002006: responsible for study matters shall, by official notification, annul the examination on application of the student.
p.002006: The student must make the application within two weeks of announcement
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p.002006: do. The start of the exam, which has been revoked, is not on the allowed number of
p.002006: Exam starts count.
p.002006: (2) Oral exams are open to the public. The examiner or the chairperson of a
p.002006: Examination board is entitled to admission if necessary on a spatial basis
p.002006: to limit the corresponding number of people. In the case of commissional oral examinations, each member has
p.002006: to be present to the Examination Board during the entire examination period. The result of an oral exam
p.002006: must be announced to the student immediately after the examination. If the test is judged to be negative
p.002006: explain the reasons for this to the student.
p.002006: (3) If the assessment documents (in particular expert opinions, corrections of written tests and
p.002006: Examination papers) are not given to the students, it must be ensured that they are at least six
p.002006: Months from the announcement of the assessment.
p.002006: (4) The examiner or the chairperson of an examination committee has for the
p.002006: to ensure the orderly course of the examination and to keep the examination protocol. In the log are the
p.002006: Subject of the examination, the place and time of the examination, the names of the examiners or the names of the
p.002006: Members of the Examination Board, the names of the student, the questions asked, the questions asked
p.002006: Assessments, the reasons for the negative assessment as well as any special events.
p.002006: The reasons for the negative assessment must be communicated to the student in writing on request. The
p.002006: The examination protocol must be kept for at least six months from the announcement of the assessment.
p.002006: (5) The student must be granted access to the assessment documents and the examination protocols,
p.002006: if he or she requests it within six months of the announcement of the assessment. The
p.002006: Assessment documents also include the exam questions asked for the exam in question. The or the
p.002006: Students are entitled to reproduce these documents. Are excluded from the right to reproduce
p.002006: Multiple choice questions including the respective answer options.
p.002006: of the assessment and substantiate the alleged severe defects. Examinations which are annulled shall not be counted
p.002006: towards the permissible number of resits.
p.002006: (2) Oral examinations shall be open to the public. If necessary, the examiners or the chairpersons of examination
p.002006: boards may limit admission to the number of persons that the premises can accommodate. In the case of oral
p.002006: examinations held before examination boards, all members of the board must be present throughout the examination. The
p.002006: result of an oral examination shall be made known to the student immediately after the examination. In the case of a
p.002006: negative assessment, the reasons shall be explained to the student.
p.002006: (3) If the assessment documents (in particular, examiners' reports, and corrected written examinations and assessment
p.002006: papers) are not surrendered to the student, steps shall be taken to ensure that they are held in safekeeping for at
p.002006: at least six months after announcement of the result.
p.002006: (4) The examiners or the chairpersons of examination boards shall ensure that examinations are conducted in an
p.002006: orderly manner, and shall make records of examinations. Such records shall include the subject of the
p.002006: examination, the place and time thereof, the name of the examiner or examination board members, the name of the
p.002006: student, the questions asked, the assessment grades awarded, the reasons for a negative assessment and any unusual
p.002006: occurrences. The reasons for a negative assessment shall be communicated to the student in writing on
p.002006: application of the same. The examination record shall be held in safekeeping for at least one year.
p.002006: (5) Students shall be permitted to have inspection of the assessment documents and the examination records,
p.002006: provided that they make such requests within six months of the announcement of examination results. The
p.002006: assessment documents shall also include the examination questions asked at the respective examination. Students shall
p.002006: be entitled to make photocopies of these documents. Multiple-choice questions including their answers shall be excluded
p.002006: from the right to make photocopies.
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p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Bachelor theses, diploma and master theses and dissertations Bachelor’s Papers, Diploma, Master’s
p.002006: and Doctoral Theses
p.002006: Bachelor theses
p.002006: Bachelor’s Papers
p.002006: § 80. (1) In the bachelor's program, there are one or more bachelor theses within the framework of courses
p.002006: drafted. More detailed provisions on Bachelor theses are to be laid down in the respective curriculum.
p.002006: (2) When dealing with the topic and supervising the students, the provisions of the
p.002006: Copyright Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 111/1936, to be observed in the current version.
p.002006: § 80. (1) One or more bachelor’s papers shall be prepared as part of bachelor’s programs. Detailed regulations for
p.002006: bachelor’s papers shall be established by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (2) In the treatment of the topic and the supervision of students, regard shall be given to the provisions of the
p.002006: Copyright Act, F.L.G. No 111/1936.
p.002006: Diploma and master theses
p.002006: Diploma and Master’s Theses
p.002006: Section 81. (1) A diploma or master's thesis must be written in the diploma or master's program. Especially
p.002006: Job-oriented studies with the exception of teacher training programs are permitted in the curriculum
p.002006: to provide other equivalent evidence instead of the diploma or master thesis. The drafting as
p.002006: Written exams are not permitted. More detailed provisions on supervision and assessment of diploma or
p.002006: Master's theses are in the statutes, more detailed provisions on the subject of the diploma or master's thesis are in the
p.002006: determine the respective curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The task of the diploma or master thesis is to be chosen so that for a student
p.002006: Students can complete and process the application within six months.
p.002006: (3) The joint processing of a topic by several students is permitted if the performance of the
p.002006: individual students can be assessed separately. Requires editing a topic to use the
p.002006: Funding or material resources from university facilities, the award is only permissible if the director
p.002006: Head of this facility has been informed about the intended award and not within a month
p.002006: because of a significant impairment of teaching and research.
p.002006: Section 81. (1) The preparation of diploma or master’s theses shall form part of diploma or master’s programs.
p.002006: In the case of studies with a particularly strong vocational orientation, except teacher training programs, it
p.002006: is permissible to provide for another equivalent means of demonstrating proficiency in place of the diploma or
p.002006: master’s thesis. This may not take the form of a written examination. Detailed regulations for the supervision and
p.002006: assessment of diploma and master’s theses shall be established by the statute, and those governing the
p.002006: topics by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (2) The assignments for diploma or master’s theses shall be so chosen that it is reasonable to expect a student to
p.002006: complete them within six months.
p.002006: (3) A number of students may jointly address a topic provided that the performance of individual students
p.002006: can be assessed. In case that treatment of a topic requires the use of financial or material resources
p.002006: furnished by a university organizational unit, assignment of the topic is only permissible if notice of
p.002006: the intention to assign it is given to the head of that unit and he / she does not prohibit it within one month
p.002006: because of potential significant interference with the unit’s teaching and research activities.
p.002006: (4) Section 80 (2) also applies to diploma and master theses. (4) Section 80 para 2
p.002006: shall apply only to diploma and master’s theses.
p.002006: Artistic diploma and master theses
p.002006: Diploma and Master’s Submissions
p.002006: § 82. (1) An artistic diploma or master's thesis must be created in artistic studies. The
p.002006: Students are entitled to replace the
p.002006: § 82. (1) Artistic diploma or master’s submissions shall be completed as part of art study programs. Students shall
p.002006: be entitled to prepare a diploma or master’s
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p.002006: artistic diploma or master thesis a diploma or master thesis from a set in the curriculum
p.002006: to write a scientific examination subject.
p.002006: (2) In addition to an artistic part, the artistic diploma or master's thesis has the
p.002006: The focus is on including a written part. This has to explain the artistic part. details
p.002006: Provisions regarding supervision and assessment of artistic diploma and master theses are in the statute,
p.002006: More detailed provisions on the subject of the artistic diploma and master thesis are in the respective curriculum
p.002006: set.
p.002006: (3) Section 80 (2) and Section 81 (3) also apply to artistic diploma and master theses.
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p.002006: represents the main focus of the work. This shall comment on the artistic component. Detailed regulations for the
p.002006: supervision and assessment of artistic diploma and master’s submissions shall be established by the statute, and those
p.002006: governing the themes by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (3) § 80 para 2 and § 81 para 3 shall apply also to artistic diploma and master’s submissions.
p.002006: Doctoral and Artistic Doctoral Theses
p.002006: Theses and Artistic Doctoral Theses
p.002006: Section 83. (1) A dissertation or an artistic dissertation must be written in the doctoral program. details
p.002006: Provisions regarding supervision and assessment of dissertations and artistic dissertations are in the statutes,
p.002006: More detailed provisions on the topic of the dissertation or artistic dissertation can be found in the respective curriculum
p.002006: set.
p.002006: (2) Section 80 (2) and Section 81 (3) also apply to dissertations and artistic dissertations.
p.002006: § 83. (1) The preparation of a doctoral thesis or an artistic doctoral thesis shall form part of doctoral
p.002006: program. Detailed regulations for the supervision and assessment of doctoral theses and artistic doctoral
p.002006: these shall be established by the statute, and those governing the topics by the respective curricula.
p.002006: (2) § 80 para 2 and § 81 para 3 shall also apply to doctoral theses and artistic doctoral theses.
p.002006: Inspection of the assessment documents
p.002006: Inspection of assessment documents
p.002006: § 84. (1) If the assessment documents (in particular expert opinions and corrections) fail the students
p.002006: are handed over, the body responsible for study law matters must ensure that
p.002006: these are kept for at least six months from the announcement of the assessment.
p.002006: (2) The student must be given access to the assessment documents if he or she does so
p.002006: requested six months after the announcement of the assessment. The student is entitled to these documents
p.002006: to reproduce.
p.002006: § 84. (1) If the assessment documents (in particular, examiners ’reports on, and corrected papers) are not surrendered
p.002006: to the student, the officer responsible for study matters shall take steps to ensur e that they are held in safekeeping
p.002006: for at least six months after notification of the result.
p.002006: (2) Students shall be permitted to inspect the assessment documents provided that they make such requests within six
p.002006: months of notification of the results. Students shall be entitled to make photocopies of these documents.
p.002006: Recognition of academic and artistic works Recognition of Academic
p.002006: Theses and Artistic Submissions
p.002006: Section 85. (1) The recognition of scientific and artistic works is without prejudice to paragraph 2
p.002006: inadmissible.
p.002006: (2) Academic and artistic work assessed positively, the students in a course of study
p.002006: have written that they can no longer successfully complete for legal reasons are at the request of
p.002006: Students from the body responsible for study law matters
p.002006: § 85. (1) The recognition of academic theses and artistic submissions shall be permissible, notwithstanding para 2.
p.002006: (2) Accepted academic theses or artistic submissions that students have submitted as part of a program that
p.002006: they are unable to complete on legal grounds shall be recognized by official notification by the officer
p.002006: responsible for study matters on application of the degree student concerned, provided that they meet the
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p.002006: to be recognized on an official basis if they are recognized in the curriculum of the course for which the work is recognized
p.002006: should meet the specified requirements of a scientific or artistic work. The
p.002006: Recognition of such work for more than one degree is not permitted.
p.002006: requirements of an academic thesis or artistic submission prescribed shall be recognized in the curriculum
p.002006: of the program for which the academic thesis or artistic submission shall be recognized. The
p.002006: recognition of such theses or submissions for more than one programs shall not be permissible.
p.002006: publication requirement
p.002006: Duty of publication
p.002006: § 86. (1) The graduate has one each before the award of the academic degree
p.002006: complete copy of the positively assessed scientific or artistic work or the
p.002006: Documentation of the artistic work by handing it over to the library of the university, where the academic
p.002006: Degree is awarded to publish. For this transfer, the statutes can stipulate that this
p.002006: must be done exclusively in electronic form. Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate
p.002006: that the publication must take place electronically in a publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (2) The positively assessed dissertation or artistic dissertation or the documentation of the artistic
p.002006: The dissertation must also be published by handing it over to the Austrian National Library. For this
p.002006: Handover can be stipulated in the statutes that this must be done exclusively in electronic form.
p.002006: Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate that the publication electronically in a
p.002006: publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (3) The scientific or
p.002006: artistic works or parts thereof that are not accessible for mass reproduction.
p.002006: (4) On the occasion of the handover of a scientific or artistic work or the documentation of the
p.002006: artistic work, the author is entitled to exclude the use of the
p.002006: to apply for delivered copies for a maximum of five years after delivery. The application is dated for
p.002006: competent body in matters of study law, if the student
p.002006: demonstrates that important legal or economic interests of the student are at risk.
p.002006: § 86. (1) Before the award of the degree, a graduate shall publish one complete copy of the accepted academic thesis or
p.002006: artistic submission or the documentation of the artistic submission by lodging it with the library of the
p.002006: university where the degree is awarded. The statutes can stipulate that this submission shall be done only
p.002006: Electronically. Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate that the publication shall be done electronically in a
p.002006: publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (2) An accepted doctoral thesis or artistic doctoral thesis or the documentation of the artistic doctoral thesis
p.002006: shall also be published by lodging a copy with the Austrian National Library. The statutes can stipulate that
p.002006: this submission shall be done only electronically. Furthermore, the statutes can stipulate that the publication shall be
p.002006: done electronically in a publicly accessible repository.
p.002006: (3) Academic theses or artistic submissions or related components thereof that are not capable of reproduction shall be
p.002006: exempt from the duty of publication.
p.002006: (4) On lodging an academic thesis or artistic submission or the documentation of the artistic submission with a
p.002006: library, the author shall be entitled to apply for access to the copies deposited therewith to be withheld for a
p.002006: maximum of five years from the time of delivery. The officer responsible for study matters shall allow such
p.002006: applications, if the student establishes that his / her legal or business interests would be materially endangered by
p.002006: permitting access.
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p.002006: Section 6
p.002006: Chapter 6
p.002006: Academic Grade Academic
p.002006: Degrees
p.002006: Awarding of the academic degree or the academic title Award of the Academic Degree
p.002006: or the Academic Designation
p.002006: § 87. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of the
p.002006: ordinary studies, with the exception of the extension studies, after the positive assessment of all in the
p.002006: according to the respective curriculum and in the diploma, master and doctoral studies
p.002006: the delivery of the positively assessed scientific or artistic work or the documentation of the
p.002006: artistic work, the specified academic degree by written notice immediately, however
p.002006: to be granted ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (2) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of
p.002006: University courses after the positive assessment of all examinations and prescribed in the respective curriculum
p.002006: after delivery of the final written work provided for in the curriculum
p.002006: the master's degree or the academic name specified by a written notification immediately,
p.002006: however, to be awarded ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (3) To support the international mobility of graduates, the award notice is
p.002006: to include an English language translation, naming the university and the issuing body
p.002006: as well as the academic degree or academic title are not to be translated. The
p.002006: Award notice must in any case contain the following information:
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p.002006: 1. the family name and first names, if necessary the birth name, 1. surname, first names and
p.002006: maiden name if different;
p.002006: 2. the date of birth and nationality, 2. date of
p.002006: birth and nationality;
p.002006: 3. the completed degree, 3.
p.002006: programs of study completed;
p.002006: 4. the academic degree or academic title awarded. 4. academic degree or academic
p.002006: designation awarded.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for an academic degree with the same wording are met more than once, then
p.002006: the same academic degree must also be awarded several times.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for the award of an academic degree with the same wording have been fulfilled
p.002006: more than once, the same academic degree shall be awarded more than once.
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p.002006: (5) If an ordinary course of study is completed on the basis of a joint study program,
p.002006: at least with a course of up to 120 ECTS credits
p.002006: 30 ECTS credit points, with a study scope of more than 120 ECTS credit points at least in each case
p.002006: 60 ECTS credit points have been earned under the responsibility of a partner institution, it is permissible, in addition
p.002006: to award the academic degree, a joint certificate with this partner institution or these
p.002006: Issue partner institutions.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly established studies in accordance with §54e, this applies to matters relating to study law
p.002006: competent body of the admitting educational institution to award the academic degree, the
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the implementation of the course must be identified.
p.002006: (5) If a student successfully completes a joint diploma program comprising up to 120 ECTS credits of which at least
p.002006: 30 were obtained under the auspices of a partner institution, or more than 120 ECTS credits of which at least 60 were
p.002006: obtained under the auspices of a foreign partner institution, a document may be issued jointly with the partner
p.002006: institution or partner institutions in addition to the award of the academic degree.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly offered study programs according to § 54e, the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters at the educational institution which has admitted the student shall award the academic degree. The
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the study programs shall be specified in the document.
p.002006: (7) To support the international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: an attachment (diploma supplement) to the award notice in accordance with Article IX.3 of the Convention
p.002006: the recognition of qualifications in higher education in the European region, Federal Law Gazette III No. 71/1999,
p.002006: to join. The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has
p.002006: a regulation stipulates the form in which the diploma supplement is to be issued.
p.002006: Academic degree and academic title for the graduates of university courses
p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curricula of university courses, those in the respective subject may be international
p.002006: customary master's degrees to be set for the graduates of those university courses
p.002006: are to be lent, their access conditions, scope and requirements with access conditions,
p.002006: The scope and requirements of corresponding foreign master's programs are comparable.
p.002006: (2) If paragraph 1 does not apply, the academic name "Akademische ..." or
p.002006: "Academic ..." with an addition that characterizes the content of the respective university course
p.002006: be determined, which is to be awarded to the graduates of those university courses that at least
p.002006: Include 60 ECTS credits.
p.002006: (7) In the interest of international students and graduate mobility, a Diploma Supplement under Art IX.3 of the
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p.002006: Certificates have been sneaked away.
p.002006: (6) The fee for the nostrification of a foreign degree is 150 euros. The tax is in
p.002006: To be paid in advance. It expires if the application for nostrification is rejected or withdrawn.
p.002006: than one university simultaneously, nor may it be resubmitted to a second university or university college of teacher
p.002006: education after its withdrawal.
p.002006: (3) Nostrification shall be awarded by the officer responsible for study matters by issuing official notifications
p.002006: thereof. Such official notification shall specify the domestic degree to which the foreign degree corresponds, and the
p.002006: domestic academic degree that the applicant is entitled to use instead of his / her foreign one in
p.002006: consequence of nostrification. A note recording the nostrification shall be put onto the awarding document of the
p.002006: foreign degree submitted. A decision on applications for the recognition of foreign degrees shall be made,
p.002006: notwithstanding Section 73 General Administrative Procedure Act, within a maximum of three months of receipt of the
p.002006: application by official notification.
p.002006: (4) In case that equivalence has been established basically and only certain supplementary qualifications
p.002006: are required for full equivalence, the officer responsible for study matters shall, by official notification,
p.002006: instruct the applicant to take the required examinations and / or write an academic thesis within a reasonable
p.002006: period. For the purpose of submission of the supplementary requirements, the applicant shall be admitted as a
p.002006: non-degree seeking student.
p.002006: (5) Nostrification shall be revoked if obtained by fraudulent means, in particular the use of counterfeit certificates.
p.002006: (6) The fee for nostrification of a foreign degree shall be € 150, payable in advance. It shall become
p.002006: forfeited if the application for nostrification is refused or withdrawn.
p.002006: Section 8
p.002006: Chapter 8
p.002006: Tuition fee regulations
p.002006: Provisions on Tuition Fees
p.002006: Tuition Fee
p.002006: Tuition fees
p.002006: § 91. (1) Ordinary students with the nationality of an EU or EEA state and ordinary
p.002006: Students to whom Austria has the same rights to access a profession on the basis of an international law treaty
p.002006: grant like Austrian nationals, and ordinary students, among the groups of people
p.002006: according to the Ordinance on Groups of People, as well as regular students from third countries,
p.002006: the one over another
p.002006: § 91. (1) Degree programs students who are citizens of EU member states or EEA member states, degree programs
p.002006: students to whom Austria is obliged under other international treaties to accord the same rights to access to
p.002006: employment as Austrian citizens, degree programs students belonging to a group of persons according to the
p.002006: Decree on Groups of Persons, as well as degree-programs students from third countries who have been granted another
p.002006: kind of residence permit than
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p.002006: Residence permit as that for students in accordance with § 64 Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), Federal Law Gazette I No.
p.002006: 100/2005, if they have the intended study time
p.002006: 1. a Bachelor's or Master's degree, with 30 ECTS credit points per semester
p.002006: correspond, or
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p.002006: 3. of an extension program under § 54a, with 30 ECTS credits corresponding to one semester
p.002006: and, where applicable, with rounding to whole semesters, or
p.002006: 4. of an extension program under § 54b, with counting the prescribed duration of an extension program for
p.002006: extending the bachelor's programs with eight semesters and of an extension program for extending the
p.002006: master's programs with two semesters, or
p.002006: 5. of an extension program under § 54c, with counting the prescribed duration of studies with eight
p.002006: semester,
p.002006: by more than two semesters. The tuition fees shall increase by 10 percent, if paid within the extension period.
p.002006: (2) Degree programs students from third countries who do not fulfill the requirements under para 1 and who
p.002006: have been granted a residence permit for students under § 64 of the Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), F. L.
p.002006: G. I No 100/2005, shall pay tuition fees in an amount of € 726.72 per semester.
p.002006: (3) Non-degree-seeking students who have been admitted exclusively to individual courses in scientific
p.002006: subjects shall pay tuition fees in an amount of
p.002006: € 363.36 per semester irrespective of their nationality.
p.002006: (4) Students who have been admitted to more than one programs, also at more than one university or university college
p.002006: of teacher education, shall be required to pay the tuition fee only once. This shall also apply to students
p.002006: who have been admitted to a program offered jointly with a university college of teacher education,
p.002006: whereupon the tuition fees shall be levied by the institution which has admitted the student.
p.002006: (5) The tuition fee shall be payable every semester in advance. The tuition fees shall be retained by the
p.002006: respective universities. Tuition fees of students who are enrolled in a study program established jointly by
p.002006: more than one university and / or
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p.002006: Universities can pursue jointly established courses or take part in several courses from different universities and
p.002006: or or universities of teacher education are among the participating universities and
p.002006: Allocate universities of teacher education according to an agreement to be concluded.
p.002006: (6) More detailed provisions on the collection of tuition fees are in an ordinance from the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research (Tuition Fee Ordinance).
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education or who have been admitted to more than one study program at different
p.002006: universities and / or university colleges of teacher education, shall be divided among the universities and
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education concerned, due to a relevant agreement.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall, by decree, enact more detailed provisions for the
p.002006: collection of tuition fees.
p.002006: Waiver and reimbursement of the tuition remission and
p.002006: Reimbursement of the Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 92. (1) The tuition fee is to be waived in particular by ordinary students
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p.002006: 3a. who are citizens of states determined in the Decree on the Collection of Tuition Fees. The
p.002006: determination shall be aligned with the “Least Developed Countries” according to the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” which
p.002006: is drawn up by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development's (OECD) Development Assistance
p.002006: Committee (DAC);
p.002006: 4. who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded, for those
p.002006: semesters for which they have documentary evidence of being hindered by illness, pregnancy or care of children and
p.002006: upbringing of a child up to the age of seven or until the child enters first grade, or similar kinds of care, for more
p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: specified period, if a disability according to federal regulations with at least 50%
p.002006: is established;
p.002006: 6. students who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded,
p.002006: if they have a disability of at least 50% as defined by federal law;
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p.002006: 7. if in the past semester they received study grants in accordance with the Student Promotion Act 1992, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 305/1992, or have moved into the current semester.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate decides on the application for waiver of the tuition fee. The application is for the decision
p.002006: attach the necessary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students to whom the tuition fee has been waived in accordance with Paragraph 1 Nos. 1 and 2 and who have not received any in this semester
p.002006: Have completed studies or internships abroad within the meaning of these provisions
p.002006: To pay the tuition later. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: (4) Insofar as students are more decisive in waiving the tuition fee due to incomplete or false information
p.002006: Culpably caused or stole facts, they are without prejudice to criminal liability
p.002006: pay the double tuition fee. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: 7. Students, if they received student grants under the Student Support Act 1992, F.L.G. No 305/1992, in the
p.002006: previous semester or receive them in the current semester.
p.002006: (2) An application for remission of the tuition fee shall be for the decision of the rectorate. The application for
p.002006: remission shall be accompanied by the necessary supporting documentary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students granted remission under para 1 subparas 1 and 2 who have undertaken no study or work experience
p.002006: abroad in the meaning of these provisions during the term in question shall be obliged to pay the tuition fee
p.002006: retroactively. The rectorate shall order such payment.
p.002006: (4) Students obtaining remission of the tuition fee by wilfully providing incomplete or incorrect information
p.002006: with respect to material facts shall pay double the normal tuition fee without prejudice to legal action. The rectorate
p.002006: shall order such payment.
p.002006: (5) Students who are on leave do not have to pay tuition fees. (5) Students who have been
p.002006: granted academic leave shall not be required to pay
p.002006: the tuition fee.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research is entitled to do so
p.002006: Austria's priorities for measures to support and promote economic
p.002006: and social development through a regulation establishing states whose nationals from paying
p.002006: of the tuition fee can be exempted. The exemption takes place within the framework of the private sector administration
p.002006: On the basis of applications from the students. The Rectorate has four weeks to complete the exemption
p.002006: To decide on the application. There is no legal claim to the exemption.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall be entitled to designate by decree countries to
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p.002006: belong.
p.002006: (5) The appointment committee has to check whether the present applications meet the
p.002006: Tender criteria meet and those applications that the
p.002006: employed by the university on a temporary or permanent basis. They shall be full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) Both Austrian and foreign researchers or artists whose scientific or artistic and professional credentials qualify
p.002006: them for the subjects related to the positions to be filled may be appointed as university professors.
p.002006: (3) University professors shall be appointed by the rector following an appointment procedure in accordance
p.002006: with §§ 98 or 99.
p.002006: Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: § 98. (1) The subject allocation of a chair to be filled on a permanent basis or for longer than three years shall be
p.002006: specified by the development plan.
p.002006: (2) All positions shall be advertised by the rectorate in Austria and abroad. With their agreement, scientists and
p.002006: artists who have not applied may also be included as candidates in the appointment procedure.
p.002006: (3) The professorial members of the senate shall appoint at least two assessors, nominated by the university professors
p.002006: in the department in question, of whom at least one shall be external. However, they may also delegate this task to the
p.002006: university professors of the department or of a department in a related field. The rector shall have the right to
p.002006: appoint one additional assessor.
p.002006: (4) The senate shall appoint an appointment committee with decision-making power. More than half of the members shall
p.002006: be university professors, and at least one shall be a student. Members of the appointment committee can also be members
p.002006: of other universities or post-secondary educational institutions.
p.002006: (5) The appointment committee shall check whether the applications received meet the criteria stipulated in the
p.002006: advertisement and those applications which clearly
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p.002006: Obviously, do not meet the tender criteria to be eliminated. The other applications are the reviewers
p.002006: and assessors to determine the suitability of the applicants for the advertised position
p.002006: to be assessed by a university professor.
p.002006: (6) The Rector must give all suitable candidates the opportunity to
p.002006: to present themselves in an appropriate manner at least to the department and the related area.
p.002006: (7) The appointment committee draws up a justified one based on the expert opinions and statements
p.002006: Proposal for the three most suitable candidates for the vacancy
p.002006: and has to contain candidates. A proposal with fewer than three candidates is particularly too
p.002006: justify.
p.002006: (8) The Rector has to make the selection decision from the nomination
p.002006: or refer the proposal back to the appointment committee if the appointment committee does not
p.002006: contains the best suitable candidates.
p.002006: (9) The Rector has his or her selection decision to the working group for
p.002006: Announce equality issues before the start of the appointment negotiations. The working group
p.002006: has the right to lodge a complaint within two weeks. The arbitration committee decides on these
p.002006: Know.
p.002006: (10) If the arbitration board rejects the complaint, the Rector can start the appointment negotiations
p.002006: take up. If the arbitration board upholds the complaint, the selection decision becomes ineffective. A new
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p.002006: Area.
p.002006: (6) The university professors of the department and the subject
p.002006: related parties have the right to comment on the expert opinions.
p.002006: (7) The Senate has a decision-making habilitation commission
p.002006: use. The university professors provide more than that
p.002006: Half of the members of the habilitation commission, the students at least one member.
p.002006: (8) The habilitation committee decides on the basis of the expert opinions and statements.
p.002006: 3. demonstrate the candidate’s command of his / her habilitation subject and ability for its advancement.
p.002006: Art submissions must demonstrate the candidate’s ability to exercise his / her artistic discipline within the full scope
p.002006: of the venia docendi applied for.
p.002006: (4) An application for a habilitation degree shall be directed to the rectorate. The latter shall forward the
p.002006: application to the senate, unless it must be rejected due to the university’s incompetence to process it.
p.002006: (5) The representatives of university professors in the senate shall appoint, nominated by the university
p.002006: professors in the department concerned, at least two experts in the habilitation subject, including at least one
p.002006: external, to act as assessors of the academic papers or works of art submitted. However, they may also delegate this
p.002006: task to the university professors of the department or of a department in a related field.
p.002006: (6) The university professors in the department concerned and departments in related fields shall be entitled to give
p.002006: opinions on the assessors reports.
p.002006: (7) The senate shall appoint a habilitation committee with decision-making power. More than half of the
p.002006: members shall be university professors, and at least one shall be a student.
p.002006: (8) The habilitation committee shall make its decision on the basis of the reports and opinions received.
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p.002006: (9) On the basis of the decision of the habilitation committee, the rectorate issues the
p.002006: Notification of the application for a teaching license. Is against this decision
p.002006: Appeal to the Federal Administrative Court admissible.
p.002006: (10) The Rectorate must refer a decision of the Habilitation Commission back if significant
p.002006: Principles of the procedure have been violated.
p.002006: (11) The granting of the teaching license (venia docendi) neither establishes an employment relationship, nor
p.002006: an existing employment relationship with the university is changed (private lecturer).
p.002006: Emeritus University Professors and University Professors
p.002006: Retired university professors
p.002006: Section 104. (1) Emeritus University Professors and University Professors
p.002006: Retired university professors have no active employment relationship with the federal government or the university.
p.002006: (2) You have the right to give your teaching license (venia docendi) at the university at which you were going to emeritus or
p.002006: were in an active employment relationship prior to retiring or retiring
p.002006: practice and hold courses and examinations within the scope of their teaching qualifications.
p.002006: (9) The rectorate shall issue an official notification on the application for a habilitation degree,
p.002006: which shall be based on the decision of the habilitation committee. Appeals to the Federal Administrative
p.002006: Court against such an official notification shall be permissible.
p.002006: (10) The rectorate shall reject a decision by the habilitation committee in case of serious procedural defects.
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p.002006: competent investigative or judicial body.
p.002006: 155 out of 205
p.002006: Duration of employment Term
p.002006: of employment contracts
p.002006: Section 109. (1) Employment relationships can be concluded for an indefinite or specific period. Employment relationships
p.002006: if the employment contract is otherwise legally ineffective, a certain period must be limited to a maximum of six years,
p.002006: unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: (2) A repeated, immediately successive limitation is only possible for employees who are in the
p.002006: Within the framework of third-party funded projects or research projects, only in teaching
p.002006: used personnel as well as substitute staff. The total duration of such immediately consecutive
p.002006: The employment relationship of an employee may be six years, in the case of
p.002006: Part-time employment does not exceed eight years. An additional one-time extension up to
p.002006: a total of ten years, in the case of part-time employment up to a total of twelve years, is more factual
p.002006: Justification, especially for the continuation or completion of research projects and publications
p.002006: allowed.
p.002006: (3) If an employee changes to another use within the meaning of Section 100, this is without prejudice
p.002006: of paragraph 2 a one-time renewed limitation up to a total of six years, in
p.002006: In the case of part-time employment up to eight years, permissible, the time limits according to paragraphs 1, 2 and 3
p.002006: to be added accordingly. The maximum limits in paragraph 2 may not be exceeded.
p.002006: Employment times as a student employee are not taken into account.
p.002006: (4) Another use within the meaning of paragraph 3 exists in particular if the change results in a further use
p.002006: Career level (e.g. postdoc position) is reached or the change from or to a position within the framework of a
p.002006: Third-party funded or research project is carried out.
p.002006: Special legal regulations on working hours and rest periods for the scientific and artistic
p.002006: University staff
p.002006: § 110. (1) (Note: Paragraph 1 will expire on December 31, 2021) Instead of the provisions of
p.002006: Working Hours Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 461/1969, and the Labor Restitution Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 144/1983, apply to the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff of the universities the following provisions. Except
p.002006: are
p.002006: Section 109. (1) Employment contracts may be of unlimited or limited term. The term of limited term employment contracts
p.002006: shall not exceed six years, on pain of invalidity, unless otherwise provided for by this Act.
p.002006: (2) Limited term contracts immediately succeeding each other shall only be permissible for staff employed
p.002006: in connection with third-party funded projects or research projects for which teaching staff are exclusively
p.002006: used, and for staff acting as temporary replacements. The combined duration of such successive employment contracts may
p.002006: not exceed six years, or, in case of part-time employment, eight years. An additional one-time renewal not exceeding a
p.002006: total of ten years, or twelve years if employed part-time, shall be permissible, if objectively justified, in
p.002006: particular for the continuation or completion of research projects and publications.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding para 3, a second limited-term contract of up to six years in total, or up to eight years in total
p.002006: for a part-time employment, shall be permissible, with the limited terms according to paras 100, 2 and 1
p.002006: being totalled, if the assignment of an employee in the meaning of § 2 changes. The upper limits under para 2 shall
p.002006: not be exceeded. Employment as student assistant shall not be taken into account.
p.002006: (4) Assignments change in the meaning of para 3 in particular when the change entails another career stage (e.g. a
p.002006: postdoc position) or the employee transfers from or to a position funded by third parties or a research project.
p.002006: Special arrangements for the Hours of Work and Rest Periods of Scientific and Artistic University Staff
p.002006: § 110. (1) (Note: Para 1 shall expire at the end of 31 December 2021.) The following provisions shall apply to
p.002006: scientific and artistic university staff instead of those of the Working Hours Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 461/1969,
p.002006: and the Rest Periods Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 144/1983. Scientific staff who are subject to the Hospital Working
p.002006: Hours Act and senior university employees entrusted with important managerial responsibilities are excluded from
p.002006: these provisions.
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p.002006: 1. the scientific staff to whom the Hospital Working Hours Act applies,
p.002006: with regard to Section 29 (5), deviating from Section 4 (4) 2 and Section 4b
p.002006: Working Hours Act in agreement with the representatives elected in accordance with § 34
p.002006: Works agreement can be allowed that the average weekly working time is 60 hours
p.002006: can, if the individual employee agrees in writing in advance
p.002006: and which exceeds the average weekly working time of 48 hours only for
p.002006: university tasks in research and teaching are devoted to normal working hours.
p.002006: 2. senior executives of the universities who have significant managerial responsibilities
p.002006: transferred independently.
p.002006: 1. the scientific staff to which the Hospital Working Hours Act shall apply. Notwithstanding § 4 para 4 subpara 2 and
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p.002006: Organization Act 1993 and the Universities of the Arts Organization Act.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding para 2, the members of medical faculties shall only be eligible to vote and be
p.002006: elected to the constituent conventions of those medical universities which are the legal successors of the
p.002006: faculties of medicine concerned according to § 136 para 2.
p.002006: (4) Members of inter-university institutions shall be eligible to vote and be elected to the constituent
p.002006: conventions of those universities which are the legal successors of the respective inter-university institutions
p.002006: according to § 136 paras 4 to 11.
p.002006: (5) In accordance with the University Organization Act 1993 and Universities of the Arts Organization Act, rectors and
p.002006: vice-rectors in office shall not be eligible for election.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister shall, by decree, enact electoral regulations for the constituent conventions of all
p.002006: universities. These shall conform to the principles of equal, direct, secret and personal voting and proportional
p.002006: representation.
p.002006: (7) The members and substitute members of the constituent convention shall be appointed as follows:
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p.002006: 1. Seven representatives of the university professors are from
p.002006: to be chosen by all university professors (§ 97).
p.002006: 2. Two representatives of the group named in § 94 Para. 2 No. 2 are all
p.002006: University lecturers (Section 122 (3)) as well as the academic and
p.002006: to choose artistic staff in research, art and teaching.
p.002006: At least one person with a teaching license (venia docendi) must belong to the elected.
p.002006: 3. A representative of the general university staff is from all members of the
p.002006: general university staff to choose.
p.002006: 4. Two student representatives are legally authorized to represent the students
p.002006: send.
p.002006: (8) The Chair of the Department Committee of University Teachers and the
p.002006: or the Chairman of the Staff Committee for Staff other than university teachers who or
p.002006: the chair of the working group for equality issues, the library director,
p.002006: the university director, the head of the central office
p.002006: IT service and the chairperson of the student body at the university concerned belong to the
p.002006: Founding convention with an advisory vote.
p.002006: (9) The founding convention is quorate if at least half of the members entitled to vote personally
p.002006: is present or is represented by a substitute member. The resolutions are passed by majority vote, provided that
p.002006: nothing else is specified in this federal law.
p.002006: (10) The Rector in office at the time this Federal Act comes into force
p.002006: Rector must announce the elections in the founding convention, the inaugural meeting
p.002006: at the latest
p.002006: To convene on November 30, 2002 and to lead until the election of the chairperson. For the founding convention one
p.002006: Medical University has the task of the Dean of the Medical Faculty, whose
p.002006: Successor institution is the Medical University.
p.002006: (11) The founding convention has to prepare and implement the measures provided for in § 121
p.002006: unless otherwise expressly stipulated by law.
p.002006: 1. Seven representatives of the university professors shall be elected by all the university professors (§ 97).
p.002006: 2. Two representatives of the group of persons named in § 94 para 2 subpara 2 shall be elected by all the associate
p.002006: professors (§ 122 para 3) as well as the other research, artistic and teaching staff. Those elected must include at
p.002006: least one person with a habilitation degree (venia docendi).
p.002006: 3. One representative of the non-academic university staff shall be elected by all the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: 4. Two student representatives shall be delegated by the legal student representative organization.
p.002006: (8) The chairpersons of the employment committee for university teachers and the employment committee for non-academic
p.002006: university staff, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities, the library director, the university
p.002006: director, the head of the central information service and the chairperson of the students ’union at the university
p.002006: concerned shall be non-voting members of the constituent convention.
p.002006: (9) The constituent convention shall have a quorum when at least half of the voting members or their substitutes
p.002006: are present. The constituent convention shall resolve by simple majority, except insofar as this Act provides
p.002006: otherwise.
p.002006: (10) The rector in office at the time of the entry into force of this Act shall call elections to the constituent
p.002006: convention, call the constituent meeting not later than November 30, 2002, and preside over the meeting until the
p.002006: election of a chairperson. In the case of the constituent convention of a medical university, these tasks shall be
p.002006: performed by the dean of the faculty of medicine of which that university is the successor institution.
p.002006: (11) The constituent convention shall make preparations for the implementing measures provided for by § 121, insofar as
p.002006: these are not expressively provided for by statute.
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p.002006: (12) The function of the founding convention ends when the
p.002006: December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (12) The term of office of the constituent convention shall expire at the end of 31 December 2003.
p.002006: implementation steps
p.002006: Implementation steps
p.002006: § 121. (1) The provisions of the UOG 1993 and the KUOG are at universities and at universities
p.002006: of the arts until December 31, 2003.
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p.002006: before the entry of this Act into full effect shall be appended to this inventory.
p.002006: (19) The Federal Minister shall submit to the universities a report on the career advancement for junior academics and
p.002006: future developments with regard to university staffing not later than 30 September 2006.
p.002006: (20) The constituent convention of each university shall appoint a representative to the national university federation
p.002006: not later than December 31, 2002. The term of office of such representative shall end upon the appointment of a new
p.002006: representative by the rectorate of the university concerned (§ 108 para 2).
p.002006: (21) The rector of the University of Vienna shall call the constituent meeting of the national university federation (§
p.002006: 108), and shall preside over this meeting until the election of a chairperson.
p.002006: (22) In case that the necessary implementing measures are not taken in a timely manner, the Federal Minister may take
p.002006: the necessary action him- / herself by official notification without granting an extension.
p.002006: (23) If a university fails to submit a draft initial performance agreement to the Federal Minister within the appointed
p.002006: period, the budget of that university for the year in question shall be 98 per cent of its budget for the previous
p.002006: year.
p.002006: (24) The faculty representatives (§ 15 of the Students ’Union Act 1998) of the medical faculties of the Universities of
p.002006: Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck for medicine, human medicine, dental medicine and doctoral studies in medical science shall,
p.002006: in respect of implementation of the provisions of the Universities Act 2002, continue to act as student representatives
p.002006: according to § 13 of the Students ’Union Act 1998 at the Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck until 31
p.002006: December 2003, and shall be deemed to be the representatives of these universities from 1 January 2004.
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p.002006: Higher Education Act 1998 at the Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck and apply from January 1st
p.002006: 2004 as these university representations.
p.002006: (25) The provisions of this federal law take full effect at universities on January 1, 2004.
p.002006: (25) The provisions of this Act shall enter into full effect at the universities on 1 January 2004.
p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: organization
p.002006: organization
p.002006: Transfer of university members according to UOG 1993 and KUOG Transitional Arrangements for University
p.002006: Members under the University
p.002006: Organization Act 1993 and Universities of the Arts Organization Act
p.002006: § 122. (1) All at the time this Federal Act comes into force in an employment relationship, employment relationship
p.002006: or in any other legal relationship or in the period between the entry into force and the
p.002006: full effect of this federal law newly entered into a service, employment or other legal relationship
p.002006: University members have rights and duties in accordance with this federal law.
p.002006: § 122. (1) All university members with federal, university or other employment contracts at the time of the entry into
p.002006: force of this Act or accepted for service under federal, university or other employment contracts between the entry
p.002006: into force of this Act and its full entry into effect shall have rights and duties in accordance with the provisions of
p.002006: this act.
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p.002006: shall comprise expenditures according to § 12 paras 8 and 9, the funds to be provided by the Federal Government for the
p.002006: financing of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Linz according to the agreement according to Art 15a
p.002006: Federal Constitutional Law, F.L.G. I No 18/2014, as well as for the financing of the University for
p.002006: Continuing Education Krems based on the agreement according to Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law, F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 81/2014.
p.002006: (7) The rent receivables owed to the Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H. by the universities due to contractual
p.002006: agreements shall be reduced by € 17,391,000 per year from 2018 to 2021. The total amount determined for the performance
p.002006: agreement period 2016 to 2018 according to § 12 para 2 as well as the total amount determined for the performance
p.002006: agreement period 2019 to 2021 according to § 141b shall be reduced by the same amount. The rectorate shall be obliged
p.002006: to accept an offer by the Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H. for a reduction of the contractually due rent receivables
p.002006: owed to the Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H., even under any conditions, where this is economically feasible
p.002006: for the university. The global budget of a university agreed upon by the Federal Minister and the respective university
p.002006: in the performance agreement for the period of 2016 to 2018 shall be reduced in line with the reduction of the
p.002006: rent receivables for the year 2018 owed to the Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H. by that
p.002006: university due to the contractual agreement.
p.002006: 6a. section
p.002006: Chapter 6a
p.002006: Future capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Future Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Performance agreements for the period 2019 to 2021 performance agreements
p.002006: for the Period 2019 to 2021
p.002006: Section 141b. The total amount to finance the universities (Section 12 Paragraph 2) is for the performance agreement period
p.002006: 2019 to 2021 € 10.992 billion.
p.002006: Section 141b. The total amount for the financing of the universities (§ 12 para 2) amounts to 10.992 billion € for
p.002006: the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021.
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p.002006: Implementation of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Section 141c. The Federal Government has submitted a government bill to the National Council for a new regulation by January 31, 2018
p.002006: to provide funding for universities within the meaning of Section 141a.
p.002006: Implementation of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 141c. The Federal Government shall direct a government bill on the reorganization of the funding of
p.002006: universities in the meaning of § 141a to the National Council by the 31 January 2018.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraphs 2 and 3 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) [Removed]
p.002006: Section 7
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: Entry into Force and
p.002006: implementation
p.002006: references
p.002006: References
p.002006: Section 142. (1) The terms "Federal Minister" in this Federal Act refer to the extent
p.002006: not expressly stated otherwise, to the Federal Minister for
p.002006: is responsible for university affairs.
p.002006: (2) Insofar as other federal laws are referred to in this federal law, these federal laws are in each case
p.002006: applicable version.
p.002006: (3) Reference is made in other federal laws to provisions in their place when this comes into force
p.002006: Federal law new provisions take effect, these references are to the appropriate
p.002006: new regulations.
p.002006: § 142. (1) Unless otherwise stated, in this Act “Federal Minister” means the federal minister in charge of higher
p.002006: education.
p.002006: (2) References in this Act to other federal acts are references to such acts as amended.
p.002006: (3) If reference is made in other federal acts to provisions in place of which new provisions will take effect upon the
p.002006: entry into force of this Act, such citations refer to the corresponding new provisions.
p.002006: Legislation Entry into Force and
p.002006: Expiration of Legal Provisions
p.002006: Section 143. (1) The provisions of this Federal Act come into force on October 1, 2002, insofar as follows
p.002006: nothing else is intended.
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p.002006: 2, § 94 paragraphs 1 and 3, § 122 paragraph 2 lines 5, 9,
p.002006: 10 and 11, § 135 paragraph 3 and § 141 paragraph 3 and 7 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 96/2004 enter into force on October 1, 2004.
p.002006: (11) Section 124b in the Federal Law Gazette I No. 87/2007 expires on June 30, 2009.
p.002006: (12) Section 61 (1) and (2), Section 91 (1) and (2) and Section 92 (1) 4 to 6, and Section 141 (8) and (9) and Section
p.002006: 143 para. 11 of the Federal Law in the version of Federal Law Gazette I No. 134/2008 come into force on January 1, 2009, §124b
p.002006: of the Federal Law in the version of Federal Law Gazette I No. 134/2008 comes into force on July 1, 2009.
p.002006: (12a) The heading, the table of contents, Sections 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15,
p.002006: 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 23a, 23b, 24, 25, 29, 32, 42, 43, 45, 46, 49, 51, 54 para. 3,
p.002006: Paragraph 3a, Paragraph 5, Paragraph 9, Paragraph 9a, Paragraph 10, Paragraph 11 and Paragraphs 12, 56, 59, 60, 61, 63,
p.002006: 64, 65, 66, 67, 78, 79, 85, 86, 87, 91, 92, 98, 99, 100, 103, 107, 108a, 109, 119,
p.002006: 124, 124b, 125, 128, and 141 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 81/2009 come into effect on October 1
p.002006: 2009 in force.
p.002006: (13) Section 64a in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009 also comes into effect
p.002006: Effective October 1, 2010. Regulations based on Section 64a may be made before
p.002006: October 1, 2010, but may not enter into force until October 1, 2010 at the earliest.
p.002006: (14) The Federal Act on the Acquisition of Course-Related Study Permits at Universities
p.002006: and higher education institutions of artistic direction (Student Eligibility Act - StudBerG), Federal Law Gazette No. 292/1985, joins
p.002006: Expired on September 30, 2010. However, it is open to applicants who before the 1st
p.002006: October 2010 had already been admitted to the university entrance exam until September 30, 2012
p.002006: apply.
p.002006: (9) The provisions of the University Studies Act, except for the constitutional provisions, shall expire at the end of
p.002006: December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (10) The table of contents, § 13 paras 1 to 3 and 8 to 10, § 13a, § 31 para 4, § 32 para 1 first sentence and para 2, §
p.002006: 94 paras 1 and 3, § 122 para 2 subparas 5, 9, 10 and 11, § 135 para 3 and § 141 paras 3 and 7, as amended by the
p.002006: Federal Act F.L.G. I No 96/2004, shall enter into force on 1 October 2004.
p.002006: (11) § 124b, as amended by F.L.G. I No 87/2007, shall expire on 30 June 2009.
p.002006: (12) § 61 para 1 and para 2, § 91 para 1 and para 2 and § 92 para 1 (4) - (6), and
p.002006: § 141 para 8 and 9 and § 143 para 11, as amended by F. L. G. I No 134/2008. shall enter into force on January 1, 2009,
p.002006: §124b of this Federal Act, as amended by F.L.G. I No 134/2008, shall enter into force on 1 July 2009.
p.002006: (12a) The heading, the table of contents, §§ 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20,
p.002006: 21, 22, 23, 23a, 23b, 24, 25, 29, 32, 42, 43, 45, 46, 49, 51, 54 para 3, para 3a, para 5,
p.002006: para 9, para 9a, para 10, para 11 and para 12, 56, 59, 60, 61, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 78,
p.002006: 79, 85, 86, 87, 91, 92, 98, 99, 100, 103, 107, 108a, 109, 119, 124, 124b, 125, 128,
p.002006: and 141, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, shall enter into force on 1 October 2009.
p.002006: (13) Section 64a, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, shall enter into force on 1 October 2010. Decrees
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p.002006: recalled from his function. A dismissal presupposes corresponding decisions of the Senate and the Rectorate,
p.002006: both of which require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The Rectorate, the Chair of the Senate, the Chair of the Working Group for
p.002006: Equality issues and the chairperson of the student body at the
p.002006: University concerned have the right to attend the University Council meetings
p.002006: Agenda items that relate to their area of responsibility. The chairs of the two works councils
p.002006: Pursuant to Section 135 (3), invitations are to be made and each has the right to participate in the meetings
p.002006: to put all items on the agenda as well as to put additional items on the agenda that are associated with the
p.002006: Exercise her function as a works council within the framework of her internal interest awareness competence
p.002006: according to the Labor Constitution Act (ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette No. 22/1974, directly in
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may, by order, dismiss a member of the university council because of severe misconduct,
p.002006: conviction of a criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment. Such dismissal shall be subject
p.002006: to consonant resolutions of the senate and rectorate, in both cases requiring a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The rectorate, the chairperson of the senate, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities and the
p.002006: chairperson of the Austrian Students ’Union at the university in question shall be entitled to a hearing on agenda
p.002006: items relating to their functions at meetings of the university council. The chairpersons of the two employee’s
p.002006: councils under § 135 para 3 shall be invited to all meetings of the university council and shall be
p.002006: entitled to participate in the meetings, to file an application for all agenda items, and to request any
p.002006: additional items to be added to the agenda that are directly related to their duties as employees' councils under the
p.002006: Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974, and that fall within the responsibility of the university council. They
p.002006: shall have the right to vote on these items, but decisions on them shall be subject to a two-thirds majority vote of
p.002006: the members present. The
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p.002006: Are related and fall within the competence of the University Council. You are at these points
p.002006: entitled to vote, whereby decisions in this regard require a two-thirds majority of those present. The
p.002006: A copy of the minutes of the meetings of the
p.002006: University Council to transmit.
p.002006: (16) The Rectorate has given the University Council the personnel and resources required to perform its tasks
p.002006: Provide material resources and the necessary rooms.
p.002006: chairpersons of the two employee’s councils shall receive a copy of the minutes of the meetings of the university
p.002006: council without delay.
p.002006: (16) The rectorate shall provide the university council with the staff and equipment as well as the premises
p.002006: necessary for the performance of its tasks.
p.002006: rector's office
p.002006: rectorate
p.002006: § 22. (1) The Rectorate heads the university and represents it externally. It has all the tasks to do
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p.002006: Physicians in specialist training (§ 96) to choose. At the universities according to § 6 para. 1 no
p.002006: 1 to 15, at least one person with a teaching license (venia docendi) must belong to the elected.
p.002006: 3. The representatives of the general university staff are all members of the
p.002006: general university staff to choose.
p.002006: - one representative of the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: (4) The members and substitute members of the senate shall be appointed as follows:
p.002006: 1. The representatives of the professors shall be elected by all the professors (§ 97) and heads of
p.002006: organizational units with research and teaching responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the
p.002006: advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching who are not professors,
p.002006: 2. The representatives of the group under § 94 para 2 subparas 2 and 3 shall be elected by all associate professors (§
p.002006: 122 para 3) and the other scientific and artistic staff as well as research, artistic and teaching staff (§
p.002006: 100) and physicians in specialists' training (§ 96). At the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15, those
p.002006: elected shall include at least one person with a habilitation degree (venia docendi).
p.002006: 3. The representatives of the non-academic university staff shall be elected by all non-academic university staff.
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p.002006: 4. The student representatives are to be sent (Section 32 (1) of the Hochschulschul- und
p.002006: University Student Act 2014 - HSG 2014, Federal Law Gazette I No. 45/2014).
p.002006: 4. The student representatives shall be appointed (§ 32 para 1 of the Students ’Union Act 2014, F.L.G. I No 45/2014).
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 4a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) 4a. [Removed]
p.002006: (5) The term of office of the Senate is three years and begins on
p.002006: October 1st of the year in question.
p.002006: (6) The Senate has a quorum if at least half of the members are present. He decides
p.002006: Majority of votes, unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: (7) The Senate can set up collegial bodies to advise or decide on individual tasks
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (5) The term of office of the senate shall be three years and shall commence on 1 October of the respective year.
p.002006: (6) The senate shall have a quorum when at least half of the members are present. It shall resolve by
p.002006: simple majority, except insofar as this Act provides otherwise.
p.002006: (7) The senate may establish collegial bodies to advise it on matters forming part of its tasks.
p.002006: (Note: Section 7a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) (7a) [removed]
p.002006: (8) Collegiate bodies authorized to make decisions are to be used for the following matters:
p.002006: (8) Collegial bodies with decision-making power shall be appointed to deal with the following matters:
p.002006: 1. Habilitation procedure (§ 103), 1.
p.002006: procedures for the awarding habilitation degrees (§ 103);
p.002006: 2.Application procedure (§ 98), 2.
p.002006: procedures for the appointment of professors (§ 98);
p.002006: 3. Study matters in accordance with § 25 Paragraph 1 No. 10. 3. study related
p.002006: matters in the meaning of § 25 para 1 subpara 10.
p.002006: For the decision on the establishment of a collegiate body in accordance with Z 1 and 2 is in addition to
p.002006: other shelling requirements a majority of the members of the group present in accordance with Paragraph 4 No. 1
p.002006: including other members of the Senate with venia docendi required.
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p.002006: representation on the governing bodies of the university,
p.002006: c) the legal basis for the advancement of women, c) the legal
p.002006: basis of arrangements for the advancement of women,
p.002006: d) the legal protection against discrimination, d) the
p.002006: statutory protection against discrimination,
p.002006: e) the curriculum,
p.002006: e) the curriculum,
p.002006: f) the qualification profile of the graduates, f) the qualification
p.002006: profiles of graduates,
p.002006: g) the study entry and orientation phase, g) the
p.002006: orientation period,
p.002006: h) the recommended course offer in the first two semesters, h) the recommended
p.002006: courses for the first two semesters,
p.002006: i) the compatibility of studies and work, i) the
p.002006: compatibility of studies with work,
p.002006: j) the number of students studying, the average length of study, the
p.002006: Study success statistics and employment statistics,
p.002006: j) the number of students enrolled in the program, the average duration of studies, the pass rates, the employment
p.002006: statistics,
p.002006: k) study-related stays abroad, k)
p.002006: study-related stays abroad,
p.002006: l) the student representative institutions, in particular the Austrian university students
p.002006: Student body, the respective student body and
p.002006: l) the institutions for representation fo students, i.e. the Austrian Students 'Union and the respective Students'
p.002006: Union, and
p.002006: m) the student ombudsman m) the
p.002006: Austrian Student Ombudsman,
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p.002006: are to be informed, and
p.002006: and
p.002006: 2. to give an introduction to good scientific practice. 2. an introduction to
p.002006: good scientific practice shall be provided.
p.002006: It is permissible to attend the orientation events or the
p.002006: Orientation information also in cooperation with other legal entities, especially with Austrian
p.002006: University students to organize or make available.
p.002006: (1c) Beginner tutorials are to be set up for course-related advice,
p.002006: which help the students to cope with the performance, organizational and social requirements
p.002006: should support the first academic year and can be visited by the students. It is
p.002006: permitted, these beginner tutorials also in cooperation with other legal entities,
p.002006: in particular to be organized with the Austrian student body.
p.002006: (2) To the extent that foreign-language certificates are submitted to assess whether the admission requirements have been met
p.002006: are the application by sworn and legally certified interpreters
p.002006: To connect interpreters with translations.
p.002006: (3) The Rectorate is entitled to look at the obligation to submit individual documents if
p.002006: it is made credible that their provision within a reasonable period of time is impossible or disproportionate
p.002006: is very difficult and the documents submitted are sufficient for a decision.
p.002006: (3a) There are doubts about the authenticity of the documents with which the fulfillment of the admission requirements
p.002006: is proven, or its correctness of content or if it is not sufficient for a decision
p.002006: the Rectorate review the documents or knowledge or through those ordered by the Rectorate
p.002006: Have experts carried out. For this, the Rectorate can deposit a maximum of 500 euros
p.002006: which the applicant is to be reimbursed if the
p.002006: Verification of the authenticity and correctness of the documents has shown and this or this admitted to study
p.002006: has been.
p.002006: (4) Upon admission, the applicant is considered an ordinary or extraordinary
p.002006: Students or full-time or associate students or their relatives
p.002006: University.
p.002006: It shall be permissible to hold the orientation tutorials and to offer the orientation information together with
p.002006: other legal entities, particularly the Austrian Students ’Union.
p.002006: (1c) Provision shall be made for tutorials that offer first-year students on-going support in meeting the academic,
p.002006: organizational and social challenges presented by their first year of study. It is permissible to organize these
p.002006: tutorials for students who begin their studies in conjunction with other legal entities, particularly the Austrian
p.002006: Students’ Union.
p.002006: (2) If supporting documents in foreign languages are required to determine whether the admission
p.002006: requirements are met, the application shall be fitted with translations which have be done by generally
p.002006: sworn and jurisdictionally certified translators.
p.002006: (3) The rectorate shall be entitled to waive the obligation to submit some documents if it is satisfied
p.002006: that it would be impossible or excessively difficult to furnish them within a reasonable period, and that the
p.002006: supporting documentation submitted is a sufficient basis for a decision. The representation of foreign study
p.002006: applicants by persons who are not admitted to a professional representation of parties in Austria or not empowered for
p.002006: representations by law, is not allowed. Applications which are not in line with these requirements shall be rejected.
p.002006: (3a) If there are any doubts about the authenticity of the documents furnishing proof of the fulfillment of the
p.002006: admission requirements, or the correctness of their contents, or if they are not sufficient to make a decision,
p.002006: the rectorate may carry out or call suitable persons for an evaluation of the documents or a test of the applicant's
p.002006: knowledge. For this purpose, the rectorate may collect a deposit of a maximum of 500 € which shall be refunded to the
p.002006: applicant in case the evaluation has revealed the authenticity and correctness of the documents and he or she has been
p.002006: admitted to a study program.
p.002006: (4) Upon admission the applicant shall become a member of the university in question, as a degree or non-degree seeking
p.002006: college student. This shall be evidenced by the issue of a student’s pass, which may take the form of a
p.002006: photographic identity
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p.002006: or recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (4) The artistic activity at institutions outside the university and at jointly established
p.002006: Studies outside the educational institutions involved, which is an artistic
p.002006: Being able to provide vocational training depends on the type of artistic activity and the type and scope
p.002006: the participation or activity of the student in accordance with the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (5) For teacher training and instrumental (vocal), religious and business education studies
p.002006: are relevant occupational activities with educational elements in accordance with the equivalence on request
p.002006: of the regular student on appropriate practice-oriented courses
p.002006: to be officially recognized as an examination.
p.002006: (6) At the request of ordinary students who want to carry out part of their studies abroad
p.002006: determine, by decision, which of the planned examinations corresponds to the examinations prescribed in the curriculum
p.002006: are equivalent. The documents required for the assessment are from the applicant
p.002006: required.
p.002006: Examinations taken at a domestic university or a university in the European Union or European Economic Area shall be
p.002006: recognized for further study of the same subject at another domestic university provided that the number of ECTS
p.002006: credits is the same or only slightly different. Such recognition may be generally prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum.
p.002006: (2) Recognition of examinations taken at another university or university college of teacher education which
p.002006: contravene the provisions of § 63 paras 8 and 9 is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific research at business establishments or research establishments outside the university and in
p.002006: jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions concerned, capable of providing preparatory
p.002006: scientific training shall, by official notification, be recognized as equivalent to examinations on application of a
p.002006: degree student if the nature of the research and the research projects at the establishment concerned,
p.002006: and the nature and extent of the student’s participation therein or activities is comparable.
p.002006: (4) Artistic activities outside the university and in jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions
p.002006: concerned, capable of providing pre-vocational artistic vocational education shall be recognized as equivalent to
p.002006: examinations on application of a degree student if the nature of the activities, and the nature and extent of the
p.002006: student’s participation therein is comparable.
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p.002006: nothing else is specified in this federal law.
p.002006: (10) The Rector in office at the time this Federal Act comes into force
p.002006: Rector must announce the elections in the founding convention, the inaugural meeting
p.002006: at the latest
p.002006: To convene on November 30, 2002 and to lead until the election of the chairperson. For the founding convention one
p.002006: Medical University has the task of the Dean of the Medical Faculty, whose
p.002006: Successor institution is the Medical University.
p.002006: (11) The founding convention has to prepare and implement the measures provided for in § 121
p.002006: unless otherwise expressly stipulated by law.
p.002006: 1. Seven representatives of the university professors shall be elected by all the university professors (§ 97).
p.002006: 2. Two representatives of the group of persons named in § 94 para 2 subpara 2 shall be elected by all the associate
p.002006: professors (§ 122 para 3) as well as the other research, artistic and teaching staff. Those elected must include at
p.002006: least one person with a habilitation degree (venia docendi).
p.002006: 3. One representative of the non-academic university staff shall be elected by all the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: 4. Two student representatives shall be delegated by the legal student representative organization.
p.002006: (8) The chairpersons of the employment committee for university teachers and the employment committee for non-academic
p.002006: university staff, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities, the library director, the university
p.002006: director, the head of the central information service and the chairperson of the students ’union at the university
p.002006: concerned shall be non-voting members of the constituent convention.
p.002006: (9) The constituent convention shall have a quorum when at least half of the voting members or their substitutes
p.002006: are present. The constituent convention shall resolve by simple majority, except insofar as this Act provides
p.002006: otherwise.
p.002006: (10) The rector in office at the time of the entry into force of this Act shall call elections to the constituent
p.002006: convention, call the constituent meeting not later than November 30, 2002, and preside over the meeting until the
p.002006: election of a chairperson. In the case of the constituent convention of a medical university, these tasks shall be
p.002006: performed by the dean of the faculty of medicine of which that university is the successor institution.
p.002006: (11) The constituent convention shall make preparations for the implementing measures provided for by § 121, insofar as
p.002006: these are not expressively provided for by statute.
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p.002006: (12) The function of the founding convention ends when the
p.002006: December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (12) The term of office of the constituent convention shall expire at the end of 31 December 2003.
p.002006: implementation steps
p.002006: Implementation steps
p.002006: § 121. (1) The provisions of the UOG 1993 and the KUOG are at universities and at universities
p.002006: of the arts until December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (2) Rectors in office at the time this Federal Act comes into force,
p.002006: Vice-Rectors exercise their office until the rectorate takes over the functions under this Federal Act.
p.002006: (3) The founding convention must determine the size of the Senate in accordance with Section 25 (2), a provisional statute
p.002006: including an election code for the Senate to decide and the necessary further steps of reconciliation
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p.002006: shall set forth the movable and immovable assets with which the university has hitherto been endowed, and its
p.002006: liabilities to third parties, particularly loans; all bank accounts including security accounts; as well as the
p.002006: third-party funds of institutes (or clinics). A schedule listing the staff employed at the university on the day
p.002006: before the entry of this Act into full effect shall be appended to this inventory.
p.002006: (19) The Federal Minister shall submit to the universities a report on the career advancement for junior academics and
p.002006: future developments with regard to university staffing not later than 30 September 2006.
p.002006: (20) The constituent convention of each university shall appoint a representative to the national university federation
p.002006: not later than December 31, 2002. The term of office of such representative shall end upon the appointment of a new
p.002006: representative by the rectorate of the university concerned (§ 108 para 2).
p.002006: (21) The rector of the University of Vienna shall call the constituent meeting of the national university federation (§
p.002006: 108), and shall preside over this meeting until the election of a chairperson.
p.002006: (22) In case that the necessary implementing measures are not taken in a timely manner, the Federal Minister may take
p.002006: the necessary action him- / herself by official notification without granting an extension.
p.002006: (23) If a university fails to submit a draft initial performance agreement to the Federal Minister within the appointed
p.002006: period, the budget of that university for the year in question shall be 98 per cent of its budget for the previous
p.002006: year.
p.002006: (24) The faculty representatives (§ 15 of the Students ’Union Act 1998) of the medical faculties of the Universities of
p.002006: Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck for medicine, human medicine, dental medicine and doctoral studies in medical science shall,
p.002006: in respect of implementation of the provisions of the Universities Act 2002, continue to act as student representatives
p.002006: according to § 13 of the Students ’Union Act 1998 at the Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck until 31
p.002006: December 2003, and shall be deemed to be the representatives of these universities from 1 January 2004.
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p.002006: Higher Education Act 1998 at the Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck and apply from January 1st
p.002006: 2004 as these university representations.
p.002006: (25) The provisions of this federal law take full effect at universities on January 1, 2004.
p.002006: (25) The provisions of this Act shall enter into full effect at the universities on 1 January 2004.
p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: organization
p.002006: organization
p.002006: Transfer of university members according to UOG 1993 and KUOG Transitional Arrangements for University
p.002006: Members under the University
p.002006: Organization Act 1993 and Universities of the Arts Organization Act
p.002006: § 122. (1) All at the time this Federal Act comes into force in an employment relationship, employment relationship
p.002006: or in any other legal relationship or in the period between the entry into force and the
p.002006: full effect of this federal law newly entered into a service, employment or other legal relationship
p.002006: University members have rights and duties in accordance with this federal law.
p.002006: § 122. (1) All university members with federal, university or other employment contracts at the time of the entry into
p.002006: force of this Act or accepted for service under federal, university or other employment contracts between the entry
p.002006: into force of this Act and its full entry into effect shall have rights and duties in accordance with the provisions of
p.002006: this act.
p.002006: (2) The following also applies:
p.002006: (2) In addition, the following shall apply:
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p.002006: involved shall pass by universal succession to the university that is the legal successor on the day the merger
p.002006: enters into full effect (effective date); the legal implications of §§ 12a and 46a of the Rent Act shall be excluded.
p.002006: (2) As of the effective date referred to in para 1, the university that is the legal successor shall also enter into
p.002006: existing leasehold agreements or loan agreements as the lessor or loaner instead of the universities involved.
p.002006: Transfer of staff
p.002006: Transition of University Staff
p.002006: Section 140d. (1) Officials who, on the day before the association takes effect, in accordance with Section 6 (3) to (6)
p.002006: participating universities in the sense of
p.002006: Paragraph 125 (2) belong to the Office of the. From the day following that date for the duration of the position
p.002006: successor university and are assigned to this university for permanent service as long as they
p.002006: not be transferred to another federal agency.
p.002006: (2) The association applies to the employees of the participating universities
p.002006: in accordance with § 6 Paragraphs 3 to 6 as a transfer of operations in accordance with § 3 of the Labor Contract Law Adjustment Act - AVRAG,
p.002006: Federal Law Gazette No. 459/1993. AVRAG and those relating to the transfer of operations are related to these
p.002006: Provisions of the labor constitution (Arbeitsverfassungsgesetz - ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette no.
p.002006: 22/1974. To those of these employees who, in accordance with section 126 (1) in a
p.002006: Employment relationship was transferred to one of the participating universities and the day before the cut-off date
p.002006: the effectiveness of the union one
p.002006: Section 140d. (1) Permanent civil servants who are members of the universities involved within the meaning of
p.002006: § 125 para 2, as of the day before the merger according to § 6 paras 3 to 6 enters into full effect, shall be
p.002006: assigned to the office of the university that is the legal successor from the following day and for the duration of
p.002006: their service and shall be permanently assigned to this university, unless transferred to another federal
p.002006: post Office.
p.002006: (2) For the employees of the universities involved, the merger according to § 6 paras 3 to 6 shall be deemed to
p.002006: be a transfer of business according to § 3 of the Employment Contract Law Adaptation Act (AVRAG), F. L.
p.002006: G. No 459/1993. To them, the Employment Contract Law Adaptation Act as well as the provisions pertaining
p.002006: to the transfer of business under the Labor Relations Act (ArbVG),
p.002006: F. L. G. No 22/1974, shall apply. § 126 para 126 shall continue to apply to those employees whose contracts
p.002006: of employment have been converted into contracts of employment with one of the universities involved according to § 4
p.002006: para 108 and who are not subject to a collective contract according to § 1 on the day before the effective date of the
p.002006: merger.
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p.002006: Section 126 (4) shall continue to apply if the collective agreement is not subject to Section 108.
p.002006: (3) A teaching license granted to a participating university (§ 103) applies from the time the
p.002006: Association according to § 6 Paragraphs 3 to 6 as a teaching license conferred by the successor university.
p.002006: Transitional provisions for the representation of employees' interests
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p.002006: University and are full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) The university has to promote the professional further education of the employees according to paragraph 1.
p.002006: (3) For the library staff of all universities, uniform training from the
p.002006: Provide library, information and documentation area.
p.002006: Section 101. (1) The non-academic university staff must possess appropriate professional qualifications for
p.002006: their duties. They shall be employed by the university on a full or part-time basis.
p.002006: (2) The university shall promote the professional development of staff members under para 1.
p.002006: (3) Provision shall be made for the library staff at all universities to receive a uniform training in librarianship,
p.002006: information science and documentation.
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Lecturers, habilitation, emeritus university professors
p.002006: as well as retired university professors
p.002006: Non-Tenured Associate Professors, Habilitation, Professors Emeriti and Retired Professors
p.002006: Lecturers
p.002006: Non-tenured associate professors
p.002006: Section 102. Lecturers are persons who, on the basis of their scientific or artistic
p.002006: Qualification from the university's license to teach (venia docendi) for a scientific or artistic subject
p.002006: was awarded. In this function, you have no employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: § 102. Non-tenured associate professors are persons to whom a university awards a habilitation degree for
p.002006: a subject (venia docendi) on the basis of their academic or artistic qualification, but who are with
p.002006: regard to this function not employed by the university. but who are with regard to this function not employed by
p.002006: the university.
p.002006: Habilitation
p.002006: Habilitation
p.002006: § 103. (1) The Rectorate has the right to apply for a teaching license (venia docendi) for a whole
p.002006: to provide scientific or artistic subject. The requested teaching license must be within the scope of the
p.002006: University fall. The granting of the teaching license is linked to the right, scientific or
p.002006: free artistic teaching at this university through its facilities
p.002006: § 103. (1) The rectorate shall, on application, be entitled to award an habilitation degree (venia docendi) for an
p.002006: entire academic or artistic subject. The venia docendi applied for must be within the sphere of action of the
p.002006: university. The habilitation degree shall confer the right to the free exercise thereof at the university in question,
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p.002006: exercise as well as scientific or artistic work (§§ 81 to 83,
p.002006: § 124) to supervise and assess.
p.002006: (2) A prerequisite for the granting of the teaching license is proof of an excellent academic or
p.002006: artistic qualifications and repeated teaching at recognized post-secondary educational institutions
p.002006: to prove the didactic skills of the applicant.
p.002006: using its facilities, and to the supervision and assessment of academic theses or art submissions (§§ 81 to 83 and
p.002006: 124).
p.002006: (2) The award of a habilitation degree shall be conditional on evidence of outstanding scientific or
p.002006: artistic qualification as well as repeated teaching at recognized post-secondary educational institutions as
p.002006: evidence of the didactic abilities of the applicant.
p.002006: (3) The written work submitted must (3) The
p.002006: habilitation thesis submitted must:
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p.002006: University professors) according to para. 2 no. 4, the right is preserved to pursue academic or artistic teaching in
p.002006: their subject at the university that gave them the teaching license (venia docendi) through the facilities
p.002006: the university is free to exercise the facilities of this university for scientific or
p.002006: to use artistic work and scientific or artistic work (sections 81 to 83, section 124)
p.002006: supervise and assess. They also have the right to teach in the field
p.002006: Courses also at other universities, whose field of activity is the subject of their
p.002006: Permission to teach must be announced and held in accordance with the spatial possibilities.
p.002006: (4) The university lecturers named in paragraph 3 have
p.002006: Responsible for the following tasks:
p.002006: status to scientific or artistic staff engaged in research, the arts or teaching according to § 100 of this Act;
p.002006: 11. Physicians in specialists ’training to the extent that paragraphs 5 or 9 are not applicable to them shall, for
p.002006: organizational purposes, be deemed to be physicians in specialists ’training according to § 94 para 3 subpara 6 of
p.002006: this act;
p.002006: 12. physicians according to § 33 para 2 University Organization Act 1993 shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed
p.002006: to be non-academic university staff according to § 101 of this Act;
p.002006: 13.non-academic university staff according to § 35 University Organization Act 1993 or § 35 Universities of
p.002006: the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be non-academic university
p.002006: staff according to § 101 of this Act;
p.002006: 14. associate professors according to § 27 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: Section 28 Universities of the Arts Organization Act Who are not employed (Section 170 of the Civil Service Code 1979 or Section 55
p.002006: of the Contractual Employees Act 1948) shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be non-tenured associate
p.002006: professors according to § 102 of this Act.
p.002006: 15. Honorary professors according to § 26 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: § 27 Universities of the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be non-tenured
p.002006: associate professors according to
p.002006: § 102 of this Act.
p.002006: (3) Associate professors with the title of “Extraordinary University Professor”
p.002006: under para 2 subpara 4 shall be entitled to freely exercise their venia docendi for their scientific or artistic
p.002006: subject at the university which has granted it, using that university’s facilities, to use the facilities of such
p.002006: university for scientific or artistic work, and to supervise and assess academic theses or art submissions
p.002006: (Sections 81 to 83, Section 124). They shall, further, have the right to offer courses in the field covered by their venia docendi
p.002006: at other universities, the activities of which include this subject, and to hold such courses, subject to the
p.002006: availability of premises.
p.002006: (4) The associate professors referred to in para 3 shall perform the following duties in a responsible manner:
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p.002006: 1. Research activity (development and development of the arts); 1. conducting research, or
p.002006: advancing the arts and appreciation thereof;
p.002006: 2. Conducting courses, in particular compulsory courses, in
p.002006: Representation of your subject, as required, taking into account the study regulations;
p.002006: 2. course teaching in their subject, particularly of required courses, in accordance with teaching
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p.002006: the Federal Minister shall him / herself make the substitute performance.
p.002006: 77 of 205
p.002006: confidentiality
p.002006: Duty of Secrecy
p.002006: § 48. The members of collegial bodies and other university organs are confidential
p.002006: obliged (Art. 20 Para. 3 B-VG).
p.002006: § 48. Members of collegial bodies and other university bodies shall be subject to official secrecy (Art 20 para of the
p.002006: 3 Federal Constitutional Law).
p.002006: liability
p.002006: liability
p.002006: § 49. (1) The university can establish rights and obligations for itself. For liabilities that arise from this
p.002006: the federal government is not liable. The rights and duties of custody for the proper
p.002006: Maintenance, repair and prevention of damage result from the relevant legal provisions,
p.002006: unless otherwise stipulated in the rental agreement. In particular, here §§ 1319 and 1319a of the
p.002006: General Civil Code (ABGB), JGS No. 946/1811.
p.002006: (2) For those of organs or employees of the university or of other persons in the
p.002006: Commissioned by the university on the basis of this federal law in the exercise of sovereign tasks
p.002006: The federal government is always liable for culpably caused damage in accordance with the provisions of the Official Liability Act, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 20/1949. In this case, the Confederation has the person or those who have it for the claim for compensation
p.002006: considered liable to announce the dispute (§ 21 Code of Civil Procedure, RGBl. No. 113/1895). This or that can
p.002006: Join the litigation as a secondary intervener (Section 17 of the Code of Civil Procedure). The university and
p.002006: the person who caused the damage is not liable to the victim.
p.002006: (3) If the federal government has compensated the victim in accordance with paragraph 2, he is entitled to:
p.002006: In accordance with §§ 3, 5 and 6 para. 2 of the Official Liability Act by the person or those who
p.002006: she is liable for the claim for reimbursement to request reimbursement. Are in this procedure
p.002006: relieves the persons involved in the replacement from the duty of confidentiality.
p.002006: (4) For those of organs or employees of the university or of others
p.002006: People on behalf of the university are guilty of federal responsibility in the performance of governmental tasks
p.002006: These organs are liable to the federal government for directly inflicted damage in accordance with the provisions of the Organ Liability Act, Federal Law Gazette.
p.002006: No. 181/1967, with the proviso that the persons involved in the liability are bound to secrecy
p.002006: are exempt.
p.002006: § 49. (1) Universities may acquire rights and enter into obligations. The Federal Government shall not be liable for
p.002006: any liabilities arising therefrom. The rights and obligations with regard to the responsibility for the orderly
p.002006: maintenance, repair and prevention of damage shall arise from the applicable legal provisions, unless
p.002006: otherwise provided in the lease contract. In particular, sections 1319 and 1319a of the General Code of Civil
p.002006: Law, JGS No 946/1811 shall be mentioned.
p.002006: (2) The Federal Government shall be liable for any damage culpably inflicted upon any person whosoever by the
p.002006: bodies or employees of a university or other persons acting on its behalf in the fulfillment of public tasks
p.002006: under this Act, under the Public Bodies ’Liability Act, F.L.G. No 20/1949. In such cases, the Federal
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p.002006: § 27. (1) All heads of organizational units shall be entitled, on behalf of the university and in connection with its
p.002006: tasks:
p.002006: 1. to acquire assets and rights by way of non-remunerative legal transactions as well as through donations and
p.002006: sponsorship;
p.002006: 2. receive grants from other legal entities; 2. to accept funding
p.002006: from other legal entities;
p.002006: 3. Means for carrying out scientific or artistic work as well as for investigations and
p.002006: Acquire findings on behalf of third parties and conclude related contracts,
p.002006: insofar as they serve scientific research or the development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 4. to carry out state-authorized technical testing and appraisal activities, provided that
p.002006: the university institution in question is recognized as a state-authorized testing institute;
p.002006: 5. of assets and rights, which are acquired from legal transactions in accordance with Z 1 to 4, for the fulfillment of the purposes
p.002006: to make use of the organizational unit.
p.002006: 3. To acquire funding for the performance of scientific or artistic work and for investigations and reports on behalf
p.002006: of third parties and to make contracts in connection therewith, insofar as this serves the purpose of scientific
p.002006: research or the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 4. to perform state-certified technical testing and prepare assessment reports provided that the university
p.002006: facility in question is recognized as a state-certified test laboratory;
p.002006: 5. to employ assets and rights acquired by way of legal transactions in the meaning of paras 1 to 4 to
p.002006: fulfil the objects of the organizational unit in question.
p.002006: In the event of abuse, this right can be withdrawn by the rectorate. In the case of abuse, this
p.002006: entitlement may be withdrawn by the rectorate.
p.002006: (2) Each person entrusted with the performance of contracts in accordance with Paragraph 1 No. 3
p.002006: University members (project manager) is at the end of the contract fulfillment
p.002006: required legal transactions and available on the funds within the income from this contract
p.002006: authorize. These authorizations can be found in the university newsletter.
p.002006: (3) For the use of personnel and material from the university for the execution of orders from third parties (para. 1
p.002006: Z 3 and 4) must be paid to the university in full. About using this
p.002006: The rectorate decides on costs.
p.002006: (4) The third party funds that the University receives on the basis of activities pursuant to Paragraph 1 are, if none
p.002006: Intended use exists for the purposes of the organizational unit that is authorized to sign
p.002006: employee
p.002006: (2) All university members (project leaders) entrusted with the fulfillment of contracts in the meaning of para 1
p.002006: subpara 3 shall be authorized to make the legal transactions required for such fulfillment and to use the funds accruing
p.002006: from such contracts. Such authorizations shall be announced in the university gazette.
p.002006: (3) The cost of the use of university staff and physical resources for third-party contracts and commissions (para 1
p.002006: subpara 3 and 4) shall be reimbursed to the university in full. The application of such reimbursed money shall
p.002006: be at the discretion of the rectorate.
p.002006: (4) Third-party funds accruing to a university as a result of activities in the meaning of para 1 shall,
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p.002006: Federal Funding of Universities
p.002006: § 12a. Definition of the global budgets of the universities § 12a.
p.002006: Determining the Universities Global Budgets
p.002006: § 12b. Austrian University Development Plan § 12b. Austrian
p.002006: National Development Plan for Public Universities
p.002006: § 13. Service agreement §
p.002006: 13. Performance Agreement
p.002006: § 13a. Arbitration commission §
p.002006: 13a. Arbitration Committee
p.002006: § 13b. development plan
p.002006: § 13b. Development plan
p.002006: § 14. Evaluation and quality assurance § 14.
p.002006: Evaluation and Quality Assurance
p.002006: 3. Subsection of management and accounting
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 3
p.002006: Financial management and accounting
p.002006: § 15. Behavior
p.002006: § 15. Financial management
p.002006: § 16. Accounting and reports § 16.
p.002006: Accounting and reporting
p.002006: Section 17. Use of services Section 17.
p.002006: Use of External Services
p.002006: 4 of 205
p.002006: § 18. Commercial and tax law status of universities § 18. Trade and
p.002006: Tax Law Position of the Universities
p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Management and internal structure of the university
p.002006: 1. Subsection provisions for all universities
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: University Governance and Internal Structures
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 1
p.002006: Provisions Applicable to all Universities
p.002006: § 19. Statutes
p.002006: § 19. Statutes
p.002006: Section 20. Management and internal organization Section 20.
p.002006: Management and Internal Organization
p.002006: Section 20a. Gender-appropriate composition of collegial bodies § 20a. Gender-Balanced
p.002006: Composition of Collegial Bodies
p.002006: Section 20b Plan for the Promotion of Women and Equal Opportunities Section 20b
p.002006: Career Advancement Plan for Women and Equal Opportunities Plan
p.002006: § 21. University Council
p.002006: § 21. University Council
p.002006: § 22. Rectorate
p.002006: § 22. Rectorate
p.002006: § 23. Rector
p.002006: § 23. Rector
p.002006: § 23a. Finding commission §
p.002006: 23a. Search Committee
p.002006: § 23b. Reappointment of the Rector § 23b.
p.002006: Reappointment of the Rector
p.002006: Section 24. Vice-Rectors Section 24.
p.002006: Vice-Rector
p.002006: Section 25. Senate
p.002006: Section 25. Senates
p.002006: 2. Subsection research funding, contract research and powers of attorney
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 2
p.002006: Research Promotion, Commissioned Research and Authorizations
p.002006: Section 26. Research funding and contract research Section 26.
p.002006: Research Promotion and Commissioned Research
p.002006: § 27. Powers of attorney
p.002006: § 27. Authorizations
p.002006: § 28.
p.002006: § 28.
p.002006: 3rd subsection
p.002006: Special provisions for the clinical areas of medical universities or universities where one
p.002006: Faculty of Medicine is established
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 3
p.002006: Special Provisions for the Clinical Departments of Medical universities and Universities with a Faculty of Medicine
p.002006: Section 29. Organization
p.002006: Section 29. Organization
p.002006: § 30. Ethics Committee
p.002006: § 30. Ethics Committee
p.002006: (Note: Section 30a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 31/2018)
p.002006: Section 31. Structure of the clinical area Section 31.
p.002006: Structure of the Clinical Department
p.002006: Section 32. Management functions in the clinical area Section 32.
p.002006: Governing Positions in the Clinical Department
p.002006: Section 33. Reimbursement of costs to the hospital institution Section 33.
p.002006: Reimbursement of Hospital Maintaining Bodies ’Costs
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p.002006: Section 35. Teaching hospital (note: teaching facilities) Section 35.
p.002006: Training units
p.002006: Section 35a. Clinical practical year §
p.002006: 35a. Clinical Internship Year
p.002006: (Note: § 35b. Dental-clinical internship) (Note: § 35b.
p.002006: Dental Clinical Internship)
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p.002006: 4. subsection
p.002006: Special provisions for the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 4
p.002006: Special Provisions for the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
p.002006: Section 36. Animal Hospital
p.002006: Section 36. Veterinary Hospital
p.002006: Section 37. Veterinary teaching institutes and organizational unit for wildlife and ecology
p.002006: 5th subsection
p.002006: Special provisions for Catholic and Evangelical theology
p.002006: § 37. Veterinary Teaching Institutes and the Organizational Unit for Wildlife Ecology
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 5
p.002006: Special Provisions for Catholic and Protestant Theology
p.002006: § 38.
p.002006: § 38.
p.002006: 6. subsection
p.002006: Special provisions for the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 6
p.002006: Special Provisions for the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna
p.002006: § 39. Gemäldegalerie and Kupferstichkabinett § 39.
p.002006: Art Gallery and Collection of Copperplate Engravings
p.002006: 7. Subsection Special Provisions for University Sports
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 7
p.002006: Special Provisions for University Sports
p.002006: Section 40. University Sports Institutes Section
p.002006: 40th University Sports Centers
p.002006: 8. Subsection Special Provisions for the University of Vienna
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 8
p.002006: Special Provisions for the University of Vienna
p.002006: Section 40a. Institute for Austrian History Research § 40a.
p.002006: Austrian Institute of Historical Research
p.002006: Section 3 equality between women and men
p.002006: Chapter 3 Gender Equality
p.002006: Section 41
p.002006: Section 41. Duty of Career Advancement for Women
p.002006: Section 42. Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Section 42.
p.002006: Working Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 43. Arbitration Commission
p.002006: 43. Arbitration Board
p.002006: Section 44. Application of the Federal Equal Treatment Act section 44.
p.002006: Application of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act
p.002006: Section 4 procedure
p.002006: Section 45. Supervision
p.002006: Section 45. Supervision
p.002006: Section 46. Procedures in administrative matters Section 46.
p.002006: Official Procedure
p.002006: Section 47 Default of organs
p.002006: 47. Dilatoriness of Bodies
p.002006: Section 48. Confidentiality Section
p.002006: 48th Duty of Secrecy
p.002006: § 49. Liability
p.002006: Section 49. Liability
p.002006: § 50. Legal representation
p.002006: § 50. Legal representation
p.002006: Chapter 4 Procedures
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p.002006: II. Part of study law
p.002006: Section 1 General Provisions
p.002006: § 51. Definitions §
p.002006: 51. Definitions
p.002006: Part II Study Law
p.002006: Chapter 1 General Provisions
p.002006: Section 52. Classification of the academic year
p.002006: 52. Structure of the Academic Year
p.002006: Section 53. Storage of university-specific data Section 53.
p.002006: Storage of University-Specific Data
p.002006: Section 2 studies
p.002006: § 54. Ordinary studies
p.002006: Section 54. Degree programs
p.002006: Chapter 2 Study Programs
p.002006: Section 54a. Extension studies §
p.002006: 54a. Extension programs
p.002006: Section 54b. Extension studies for the extension of teacher training programs § 54b. extension
p.002006: Programs for Teacher Training Programs
p.002006: Section 54c. Extension studies for graduates of six semester teacher training programs
p.002006: Section 54c. Extension Programs for Graduates of Six-Semester Teacher Training Programs
p.002006: Section 54d. Joint study programs § 54d.
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p.002006: 1. freedom of sciences and their teaching (Art 17 of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals,
p.002006: Imperial Legal Gazette No 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic activity, the dissemination of the arts
p.002006: and their teaching (Art 17a of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals);
p.002006: 2. interaction between research and teaching, the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts, and science and
p.002006: art;
p.002006: 3. diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: 4. freedom of learning;
p.002006: 4. freedom of study;
p.002006: 5. Taking into account the requirements for access to the profession, particularly for teaching in schools
p.002006: or working at elementary education institutions;
p.002006: 6. Participation of the students, especially with regard to study matters and the quality assurance of teaching;
p.002006: 7. National and international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: Graduates as well as academic and artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. Attention to the requirements for entry to professional careers, in particular for teaching at schools or at
p.002006: elementary educational institutions;
p.002006: 6. student co-determination, particularly in respect of matters relating to studies and quality assurance of
p.002006: teaching;
p.002006: 7. national and international mobility of students, graduates, and university scientific and artistic staff;
p.002006: 8. cooperation between university members; 8. collaborative
p.002006: relationships between members of the university;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men; 9. equality
p.002006: of the sexes;
p.002006: 10. equal social opportunities;
p.002006: 10. equality of social opportunity;
p.002006: 11. special attention to the needs of disabled people; 11. special attention to the
p.002006: needs of the handicapped;
p.002006: 12. Economy, economy and practicality of handling; 12. efficient, economical and
p.002006: expedient management of finances;
p.002006: 13. Compatibility of studies or work with childcare obligations for children and relatives in need of care;
p.002006: 13. compatibility of studies or career and responsibilities for the care of children and family members requiring care;
p.002006: 14. Sustainable use of resources. 14th
p.002006: sustainable use of resources.
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: § 3. The universities fulfill the following tasks within their scope:
p.002006: § 3. Within their sphere of action, the universities fulfil the following tasks:
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p.002006: 1. Development of the sciences (research and teaching), development and development of art as well as teaching of
p.002006: Art;
p.002006: 2. Education through science and through the development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-educational and artistic-scientific
p.002006: Vocational training, qualification for professional activities that require application scientific
p.002006: Knowledge and methods require, as well as training in artistic and scientific
p.002006: Skills to the highest level;
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p.002006: Pedagogues;
p.002006: 6. Coordination of scientific research (development and development of the arts) and teaching
p.002006: within the university;
p.002006: 7. Support national and international cooperation in the field of scientific research
p.002006: and teaching as well as art;
p.002006: 8. Support the use and implementation of their research results in practice and support the
p.002006: social integration of results of development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 1. advancement of sciences (research and teaching), and the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts;
p.002006: 2. education through science and the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-pedagogical and artistic-scientific training, qualification for
p.002006: professional activities requiring the application of scientific knowledge and methods, as well as teaching artistic and
p.002006: scientific skills at the highest level;
p.002006: 4. training and promotion of junior academics and young artists;
p.002006: 5. continuing education, particularly of university graduates and graduates of university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education;
p.002006: 6. internal co-ordination of scientific research (and the advancement and appreciation of the arts) and
p.002006: teaching at universities;
p.002006: 7. promotion of domestic and international co-operation in research and teaching, and the arts;
p.002006: 8. promotion of the use and practical application of their research findings, and of community involvement in
p.002006: efforts to promote the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men and the promotion of women; 9. gender equality, and the
p.002006: advancement of women;
p.002006: 10. Maintaining contacts with the graduates; 10. maintenance of
p.002006: contacts with graduates;
p.002006: 11. Inform the public about the fulfillment of the tasks of the universities.
p.002006: 11. provision of public information on the performance of the tasks of the universities.
p.002006: legal form
p.002006: Legal nature
p.002006: § 4. The universities are legal entities under public law. § 4. The universities are
p.002006: legal entities under public law.
p.002006: Freedom of instruction and statute Immunity from Ministerial Instructions
p.002006: and Freedom to Adopt Statutes
p.002006: § 5. The universities fulfill their tasks in accordance with § 3 within the framework of the laws and regulations without instructions
p.002006: and adopt their statutes within the framework of the laws in accordance with Article 81c (1) of the Federal Constitutional Law
p.002006: (B-VG), BGBl. No. 1/1930, in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 2/2008.
p.002006: § 5. The universities shall perform their tasks under § 3 within the limits of the law and decrees without restriction
p.002006: by ministerial instructions and adopt their statutes within the limits of the law according to Art 81c para 1 Federal
p.002006: Constitutional law,
p.002006: F. L. G. No 1/1930, as amended by the Federal Act F. L. G. I No 2/2008.
p.002006: scope
p.002006: Scope of application
p.002006: § 6. (1) This federal law applies to the following universities: § 6. (1) The following
p.002006: universities shall be subject to this act:
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p.002006: 1. University of Vienna;
p.002006: 1. University of Vienna;
p.002006: 2. University of Graz;
p.002006: 2. University of Graz;
p.002006: 3. University of Innsbruck;
p.002006: 3. University of Innsbruck;
p.002006: 4. Medical University of Vienna; 4th
p.002006: Medical University of Vienna;
p.002006: 5. Medical University of Graz; 5th
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p.002006: for extended student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the orientation period as well as
p.002006: for a greater availability of child care facilities for students with children.
p.002006: e) Improvement of childcare relationships: e)
p.002006: improvement of student-teacher ratios:
p.002006: It is particularly taking into account the needs of each scientific or
p.002006: artistic subject to strive to improve the care ratio with the aim
p.002006: to achieve international standards in student support.
p.002006: Taking in particular the requirements of the respective academic or artistic subject into account, an
p.002006: improvement in the student-teacher ratio shall be aimed at, with a view to student-teacher ratios that are common by
p.002006: international standards.
p.002006: f) Offers for working students: f)
p.002006: offerings for working students:
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p.002006: In any case, this includes the creation of part-time courses and of
p.002006: Part-time study programs also taking blended learning into account.
p.002006: This includes the creation of part-time study programs, which should also include blended learning.
p.002006: g) social objectives: g)
p.002006: social goals:
p.002006: The university has to formulate its contribution to the development of society. In any case, this includes measures for
p.002006: better social permeability, to increase the proportion of women in managerial positions
p.002006: University and for the targeted promotion of young researchers, the expansion of social
p.002006: relevant areas of art, culture and research as well as knowledge and technology transfer. Furthermore has
p.002006: the university takes measures on the social dimension in teaching and on the inclusion of
p.002006: developing underrepresented groups in higher education.
p.002006: The university shall formulate its contribution to social progress. This includes measures to improve social
p.002006: permeability, to increase the proportion of women in leadership positions at universities, the
p.002006: promotion of female junior researchers in a targeted manner, the advancement of socially relevant areas of
p.002006: art, culture and research, and knowledge and technology transfers. Furthermore, the university shall develop
p.002006: measures aiming to promote the social dimension in teaching and to include underrepresented groups in higher education.
p.002006: h) Increasing internationality and mobility: h) increase
p.002006: in internationality and mobility:
p.002006: Activities and projects in this area relate in particular to multi-year projects
p.002006: international cooperation with universities, other research institutions and institutions from the
p.002006: Art and culture area, on joint study and exchange programs for students, for the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff as well as increasing the proportion of foreign
p.002006: Students and postgraduates.
p.002006: i) inter-university cooperation and cooperation with other post-secondary educational institutions:
p.002006: The university has in particular its activities for the common use of
p.002006: Organizational units and services with other post-secondary educational institutions
p.002006: determine. There is information about the areas, scope and impact of the collaborations
p.002006: deliver.
p.002006: Activities and projects in this area relate, in particular, to multi-year international co-operation
p.002006: agreements with other universities, research institutions and artistic or cultural institutions, to joint
p.002006: programs and exchange programs for students as well as for the scientific and artistic staff, and to an increase in
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p.002006: of procedure necessary for its governance. The
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p.002006: itself. The statute is to be adopted and approved by the Senate on a proposal from the rectorate by a simple majority
p.002006: to change.
p.002006: statute shall be proposed by the rector for approval by the senate, and shall require a simple majority for its
p.002006: adoption and amendment.
p.002006: (2) The articles of association must regulate the following matters in particular: (2) The statute shall, in
p.002006: particular, contain arrangements governing:
p.002006: 1. Election rules for the election of the members of the University Council, the Senate and other organs;
p.002006: 2. Establishment of a person responsible for the implementation of the study law provisions
p.002006: monocratic body and establishment of framework conditions for a possible delegation of tasks;
p.002006: 3. general guidelines for the conduct, publication and implementation of evaluations;
p.002006: 4. Study law provisions in accordance with Part II of this Federal Act;
p.002006: 5. Composition of the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues (Section 42 Paragraph 2);
p.002006: 1. rules for the election of the university council, senate and other governing bodies;
p.002006: 2. appointment of an officer to administrate matters concerning the enforcement of study law, and
p.002006: specification of frame conditions for a possible delegation of tasks;
p.002006: 3. general guidelines for the conduct and publication of evaluations, and the implementation of their findings;
p.002006: 4. provisions of study law in accordance with Part II of this Act;
p.002006: 5. composition of the working group on equal opportunities (§ 42 para 2);
p.002006: 6. Plan for the Promotion of Women and Equal Opportunities (Section 20b); 6. career
p.002006: advancement plan for women and equal opportunities plan (§ 20b);
p.002006: 7. Establishment of an organizational unit to coordinate the tasks of equality, the advancement of women and
p.002006: gender studies;
p.002006: 7. establishment of an organizational unit responsible for the co-ordination of activities relating to equal
p.002006: opportunities, the advancement of women and gender research;
p.002006: 8. guidelines for academic honors; 8th.
p.002006: guidelines for academic honors;
p.002006: 9. Type and extent of involvement of the graduates of the university.
p.002006: (2a) The articles of association contain provisions regarding measures in the event of plagiarism or other pretenses by
p.002006: scientific or artistic achievements especially in the context of written seminar
p.002006: and examination papers, bachelor theses as well as scientific and artistic works.
p.002006: In addition, the Rectorate can exclude students from their studies for a maximum of two
p.002006: Semesters for serious and deliberate plagiarism or serious and deliberate pretending
p.002006: of scientific or artistic achievements in the context of theses
p.002006: (Bachelor's theses as well as scientific and artistic work) decide with a decision.
p.002006: (2b) The statutes may contain provisions on the use of foreign languages in the holding of
p.002006: Courses and examinations and in the writing of scientific papers are included.
p.002006: 9. form and extent of graduates ’involvement in university life.
p.002006: (2a) The statute may contain provisions concerning measures taken in cases of plagiarism or other forms of academic
p.002006: dishonesty in written term papers and exams, bachelor's papers, as well as academic theses and artistic submissions. In
p.002006: addition, the rectorate may decide, by official notification, on a suspension from the studies for up to two semesters
p.002006: in cases of severe and deliberate plagiarism or severe and deliberate forms of academic dishonesty (bachelor's
p.002006: papers, as well as academic theses and artistic submissions).
p.002006: (2b) The statute may contain certain provisions concerning the use of foreign languages in courses and examinations as
p.002006: well as for writing academic theses.
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p.002006: 9. Announcement and results of elections; 9th
p.002006: advertisements and results of elections;
p.002006: 10. Vacancies for positions and management positions; 10. advertisements
p.002006: of posts and management positions;
p.002006: 11. Members of the management bodies; 11th
p.002006: members of the management bodies;
p.002006: 12. Granting of teaching powers; 12th
p.002006: award of habilitation degrees (venia docendi);
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p.002006: 13. Authorizations and authorizations granted; 13th
p.002006: Authorizations;
p.002006: 14. Use of tuition fees; 14th
p.002006: application of tuition fees;
p.002006: 15. Remuneration for the members of the University Council. 15th
p.002006: remuneration for the members of the university council.
p.002006: (7) Persons without Austrian citizenship can - without prejudice to others regulated in this federal law
p.002006: Prerequisites - Take on organ functions within the framework of monocratic and collegial university organs.
p.002006: (7) Persons without Austrian citizenship may - irrespective of other requirements laid down
p.002006: hereunder - accept functions in monocratic and collegial university governing bodies.
p.002006: Gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies Gender-balanced
p.002006: Composition of Collegial Bodies
p.002006: Section 20a. (1) Section 20a applies to everyone in accordance with this Federal Act, as well as through the organizational plan and the articles of association
p.002006: University-established collegial bodies, unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: Examination boards are exempt from the application of this provision.
p.002006: (2) At least 50 per cent of women must belong to each collegiate body in accordance with Paragraph 1. In collegial bodies with one
p.002006: odd number of members is calculated by adding the number of members mathematically
p.002006: Member must be reduced and the required proportion of women must be determined from this number.
p.002006: (3) Both the Senate and the Federal Government have in the election or appointment of the members of the
p.002006: University council section 2 must be observed.
p.002006: (4) The preparation of the list of candidates as part of the nominations for those to be elected
p.002006: Representatives of the groups in accordance with section 25 (4) lines 1, 2 and 3 must be such that at least 50 per cent
p.002006: Women must be ranked in a selectable position. This also applies to those to be chosen
p.002006: Substitute members. Paragraph 2, second sentence is to be applied. Does the working group for equality issues not collect any
p.002006: Any objection to the inadequacy of the election proposals pursuant to Section 42 (8d) applies based on this
p.002006: In any case, election proposals elected by the Senate with regard to Paragraph 2 are composed correctly.
p.002006: Section 20a. (1) § 20a shall apply to all collegial bodies established hereunder as well as under the organization plan
p.002006: and the statute of the university, unless otherwise provided hereunder. Examination boards shall be excluded
p.002006: from this provision.
p.002006: (2) All collegial bodies under para 1 shall consist of at least 50% women. For collegial bodies with an unequal
p.002006: number of members, this proportion shall be calculated by reducing the total number of members by one
p.002006: and calculating the required proportion of women from this number.
p.002006: (3) Both the senate and the Federal Government shall give regard to para 2 when electing or appointing members of the
p.002006: university council.
p.002006: (4) The list of candidates included in the election proposals for the representatives to be
p.002006: elected for the groups under § 25 para 4 subparas 1, 2 and 3 shall be prepared in a way that at least 50% women are in
p.002006: electable positions. This shall also apply to the election of substitute members. Para 2, second sentence, shall apply.
p.002006: If the working group on equal opportunities does not raise objections against the inadequacy of the election proposals
p.002006: according to § 42 para 8d, the senate elected on the basis of these election proposals shall be deemed to be correct
p.002006: with respect to para 2.
p.002006: Women's advancement plan for women and
p.002006: Equal Opportunities Plan
p.002006: Section 20b. (1) The plan for the advancement of women and the equality plan are part of the articles of association (§ 19 para. 2 no
p.002006: 6). The right to propose the plan for the advancement of women and the equality plan as well
p.002006: the right to propose an amendment to the women's promotion plan and the
p.002006: Equality plans to the rectorate are available to the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to (§ 44). A departure from the proposal of the working group for equality issues by the
p.002006: Rectorate is only with an appropriate justification to the working group for equality issues
p.002006: Section 20b. (1) The career advancement plan for women and the equal opportunities plan shall be components of the statute (§
p.002006: 19 pairs. 2 subpara. 6). The working group on equal opportunities shall be entitled to prepare a draft career
p.002006: advancement plan for women and a draft equal opportunities plan as well as to propose changes to the career advancement
p.002006: plan for women and the equal opportunities plan to the rectorate (§ 44). The rectorate may only depart from the draft
p.002006: plans prepared by the working group on equal opportunities when providing adequate justification to the working group
p.002006: on equal opportunities. The senate shall resolve on the career advancement
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p.002006: possible. The women's promotion plan and the equality plan must be submitted within six months of the submission of the
p.002006: Proposal by the rectorate to take a decision from the senate.
p.002006: (2) The plan for the advancement of women and the equality plan serve to implement the constitutional law
p.002006: Requirements for actual equality in accordance with Art. 7 Para. 2 and 3 B-VG as well as the federal law
p.002006: on equal treatment in the federal area (B-GlBG), with regard to universities and
p.002006: the provisions of this federal law on equality and equal treatment of women and
p.002006: Men. In addition to the women's advancement plan in accordance with § 11a B-GlBG are in their own
p.002006: Equal Opportunity Plan, in particular the areas of compatibility (§ 2 Z 13) and anti-discrimination (2nd main part
p.002006: of Part I B-GlBG).
p.002006: plan for women and the equal opportunities plan within six months after the rectorate has submitted the draft plans.
p.002006: (2) The career advancement plan for women and the equal opportunities plan shall facilitate the implementation of the
p.002006: provisions under constitutional law for the actual gender equality according to § 7 paras. 2 and 3 of the Federal
p.002006: Constitutional Law (B-VG) and the Federal Equal Opportunities Act (B-GlBG) with regard to the universities and the
p.002006: provisions hereunder regarding gender equality and equal opportunities for women and men. In addition to the
p.002006: career advancement plan for women under § 11a of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act, in particular matters of
p.002006: compatibility (§ 2 subpara. 13) and anti-discrimination (Chapter 2 of Part I of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act)
p.002006: shall be laid down in the equal opportunities plan.
p.002006: University Board
p.002006: University Council
p.002006: § 21. (1) The University Council acts as an accompanying and forward-looking supervisory body
p.002006: the following tasks:
p.002006: 1. Approval of the development plan, the organizational plan, the draft service agreement and
p.002006: the Rectorate's Rules of Procedure;
p.002006: 2. Announcement of the role of the Rector at least eight months before the expected one
p.002006: This function becomes available or within three months from the date of recall or resignation;
p.002006: 3. Adoption of the provisions for the election of the rector after obtaining an opinion from the
p.002006: Senates, which this must submit within four weeks of submission;
p.002006: 4. Election of the Rector from the Senate tripartite proposal within four weeks from the submission of the
p.002006: proposal;
p.002006: 5. Election of the Vice-Rectors on the basis of a proposal by the Rector and after
p.002006: Opinion of the Senate;
p.002006: 6. Conclusion of the target agreements with the rector and the rectorate;
p.002006: 6a. Concluding employment contracts with the Rector and the Vice-Rectors;
p.002006: 7. dismissal of the Rector and the Vice-Rectors;
p.002006: § 21. (1) In its guiding and proactive role as a supervisory body, the university council shall have the following
p.002006: duties:
p.002006: 1. approving the development plan, the organization plan, the draft performance agreement as well as
p.002006: the rules of procedure of the rectorate;
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p.002006: rector shall entrust these employees based on their qualifications regarding research and teaching. This shall not
p.002006: constitute a contract of employment with the medical university or the university at which a faculty of medicine
p.002006: has been established. The employees of the maintaining body of the attached hospital who the rector has entrusted
p.002006: with scientific tasks shall be accorded equal status to employees at the university according to § 94 para 2 (2).
p.002006: Before the agreement is submitted to the Federal Minister, the senate shall give its opinion.
p.002006: ethics committee
p.002006: Ethics Committee
p.002006: § 30. (1) At every medical university or at every university where there is a medical faculty
p.002006: is set up by the Senate to assess clinical trials of medicinal products and
p.002006: Medical devices, the application of new medical methods and applied medical research to people
p.002006: to set up an ethics committee.
p.002006: (2) In any case, the ethics committees have to meet the requirements of Section 8c paras. 1 to 5 and 7 KAKuG
p.002006: correspond. In deviation from Section 8c (4) KAKuG, the ethics committees have at least 50% women
p.002006: to belong (§ 20a).
p.002006: (3) The ethics committee has to give itself rules of procedure. This is the university council and the legal entity
p.002006: to inform the hospital through the Rector.
p.002006: (4) In this function, the members of the Ethics Committee are not subject to instructions from the organs of the hospital
p.002006: instructions from the organs of the university.
p.002006: § 30. (1) The senate of every medical university or every university at which a faculty of medicine has been
p.002006: established shall appoint an ethics committee to assess clinical tests of drugs and medical products, the application
p.002006: of new medical methods and applied medical research involving human subjects.
p.002006: (2) The ethics committees shall, as a minimum, meet the requirements of § 8c paras 1 to 5 and 7 of the
p.002006: Hospitals and Health Resorts Act (KAKuG). Notwithstanding § 8c para 4 of the Hospitals and Health
p.002006: Resorts Act, the ethics committees shall consist of at least 50% women (§ 20a).
p.002006: (3) The ethics committee shall adopt rules of procedure. These shall be communicated to the university
p.002006: council and the maintaining body of the attached hospital by way of the rector.
p.002006: (4) The members of the ethics committee shall not, in this capacity, be bound by instructions of the governing bodies
p.002006: of the hospital or the university.
p.002006: Structure of the Clinical Structure
p.002006: of the Clinical Department
p.002006: § 31. (1) The clinical area of a medical university or medical faculty includes those
p.002006: Institutions that are functionally organizational units of a public hospital.
p.002006: § 31. (1) The clinical department of a medical university or a faculty of medicine shall comprise those units that
p.002006: simultaneously function as organizational units of a public hospital.
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p.002006: (2) The organizational units of a medical university or medical faculty in which
p.002006: in the context of a hospital in addition to research and teaching tasks, also medical or dental
p.002006: Services performed directly on people carry the designation
p.002006: "University hospital".
p.002006: (3) The organizational units of a medical university or medical faculty in which
p.002006: in the context of a hospital, in addition to research and teaching tasks, medical services indirectly
p.002006: provided for humans carry the designation "Clinical Institute".
p.002006: (4) The university clinics and clinical institutes can be divided into "clinical departments".
p.002006: In this case, the head of the clinical department is responsible for
p.002006: the medical tasks to be performed in accordance with Section 7b (1) KAKuG.
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p.002006: Functional title "Director".
p.002006: Section 40a. (1) At the University of Vienna, an organizational unit with the designation “Austrian Institute
p.002006: of Historical Research "shall be established. The organization of this unit shall take into account the duties in
p.002006: research and teaching and the particular position of the Austrian Institute of Historical Research in the
p.002006: context of historical research and archive management nationally and internationally.
p.002006: (2) In view of its significance in the field of historical research, the tasks of the Austrian Institute of Historical
p.002006: Research shall encompass in particular the planning and completion of research projects in the area of European
p.002006: medieval and modern history as well as Austrian history, with an emphasis on auxiliary sciences of history,
p.002006: primary-source editions, and locating and indexing sources on the basis of recognized international
p.002006: standards, and their documentation and publication.
p.002006: (3) Only a person with a relevant education and appropriate professional qualifications can be appointed as
p.002006: the head of the Austrian Institute of Historical Research. The head of the Austrian Institute of Historical
p.002006: Research shall be designated as “director”.
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p.002006: (4) The Institute for Austrian History Research is in the performance agreement and in the
p.002006: Separate financial statements of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: (4) The Austrian Institute of Historical Research shall be accounted for separately in the performance
p.002006: agreement and the accounts of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Equality between women and men Gender
p.002006: Equality
p.002006: Duty of Career
p.002006: Advancement for women
p.002006: § 41. All organs of the university have to work towards that in all university work areas
p.002006: balanced number ratio between women and men working at the university. Achievement
p.002006: This goal is achieved through appropriate measures, in particular through the enactment and implementation of a
p.002006: Women's promotion plan to strive for.
p.002006: § 41. All university bodies shall make efforts to achieve a balanced representation of men and
p.002006: women at work in all areas of university activities. Appropriate action shall be taken to attain this goal,
p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
p.002006: Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The Senate has a working group for equal treatment issues at each university
p.002006: to establish whose job it is to discriminate against university organs based on gender
p.002006: as well as based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or sexual
p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
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p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
p.002006: representing religion or belief, age or sexual orientation, it is
p.002006: entitled to call the arbitration board within three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) The respective collegial body has the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to inform immediately about its composition. Is the proportion of women at least 50% according to §
p.002006: 20a (2) is not adequately maintained, the working group for equality issues can within four weeks
p.002006: Make an objection to the incorrect composition to the Arbitration Commission. The objection of the incorrect
p.002006: Composition has to be omitted if there are factual reasons. If the collegial body is incorrectly composed,
p.002006: and raises the working group for equality issues
p.002006: 3. a list of candidates invited for interviews.
p.002006: (7) The rectorate shall, when notifying the responsible employee’s council of the candidate with whom an employment
p.002006: contract is to be concluded, simultaneously inform the working group on equal opportunities. Employment contracts
p.002006: concluded without prior notification of the working group or before expiry of the period prescribed by para
p.002006: 8 shall be null and void.
p.002006: (8) If the working group on equal opportunities has reason to believe that a decision made by a
p.002006: university governing body reflects a discrimination against a person on the basis of gender, ethnicity,
p.002006: religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation, it shall have the right to invoke the arbitration board within
p.002006: three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) Each collegial body shall inform the working group on equal opportunities of its composition without delay. If the
p.002006: quota of at least 50% women according to
p.002006: § 20a para 2 in the collegial body is not met, the working group on equal opportunities may raise an
p.002006: objection against the incorrect composition to the arbitration board within four weeks. The objection against the
p.002006: incorrect composition shall not be raised when objective reasons exist. If the composition of the collegial body is
p.002006: incorrect and if the working group on equal opportunities raises an objection, its decisions shall be void. If the
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities does not raise
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p.002006: Objection, the decisions of the collegiate body are void. The working group for equality issues does not survey
p.002006: the objection of incorrect composition on time, the collegial body applies with regard to § 20a para.
p.002006: 2 composed correctly.
p.002006: (8b) The Senate has the working group for equality issues immediately on the result
p.002006: the election of the members of the University Council in accordance with Section 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1. In the event of violation of Section 20a (3)
p.002006: the working group for equality issues can object to the incorrect statement within four weeks
p.002006: Collect the composition of the University Council from the arbitration committee. The objection of incorrect composition
p.002006: must be avoided if there are factual reasons.
p.002006: (8c) The Finding Commission and the Senate have the Working Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: submit the respective proposal for the appointment of the Rector. Is the suspicion of
p.002006: Discrimination based on the sex of an applicant, the Working Group for
p.002006: Issue equality issues to the Arbitration Commission within one week.
p.002006: (8d) All election proposals for the Senate elections, including the
p.002006: Suggestions for the substitute members are with regard to the order of at least 50%
p.002006: Women in a selectable position in accordance with Section 20a (4) of the Working Group for
p.002006: Submit equality issues. This has to decide within a week whether the nomination
p.002006: Section 20a (4) corresponds. The working group for equality issues decides that not enough women
p.002006: are included on the nomination, he has the objection to the deficiency of the nomination to the
p.002006: Arbitration commission. The objection must be refrained from if there are objective reasons
p.002006: available. The arbitration board decides that the objection has been rightly raised
p.002006: the election commission will refer the nomination back to the campaigning group for improvement.
p.002006: (8e) The Working Group for Equal Treatment Questions must immediately contact the Federal Minister
p.002006: report when he
p.002006: 1. an objection to the incorrect composition of a collegiate body to the arbitration commission in accordance with paragraph 8a,
p.002006: 2. an objection to the incorrect composition of the University Council in accordance with Paragraph 8b,
p.002006: an objection against the incorrect composition of the collegial body within the period stipulated, the composition of
p.002006: the collegial body shall be deemed to be correct in this respect with regard to § 20a para 2.
p.002006: (8b) The senate shall inform the working group on equal opportunities without delay about the election results
p.002006: regarding the members of the university council according to § 21 para 6 subpara 1. If § 20a para 3 is violated,
p.002006: the working group on equal opportunities may raise an objection against the incorrect composition of the university
p.002006: council to the arbitration board within four weeks. The objection against the incorrect composition shall not be raised
p.002006: when objective reasons exist.
p.002006: (8c) The search committee and the senate shall submit their shortlists for the election of the rector to the working
p.002006: group on equal opportunities. If discrimination on the basis of gender against a female applicant is suspected, the
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities shall lodge a complaint with the arbitration board within a week.
p.002006: (8d) All election proposals accepted by the election committee for the election of the senate, including proposals for
p.002006: substitute members, shall be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities for review as to compliance
p.002006: with the requirement of including at least 50% women in electable positions according to
p.002006: § 20a para 4. The working group on equal opportunities shall decide within one week, whether the election
p.002006: proposal is in accordance with § 20a para 4. If the working group on equal opportunities decides that the
p.002006: election proposal does not include a sufficient number of women, it shall raise an objection against the
p.002006: inadequacy of the election proposal to the arbitration board. The objection shall not be raised when objective
p.002006: reasons exist. If the arbitration board decides that the objection was rightly raised, the election committee
p.002006: shall return the election proposal to the candidate group for improvement.
p.002006: (8e) The working group on equal opportunities shall report, without delay, to the Federal Minister, when it
p.002006: 1. raises an objection against the incorrect composition of a collegial body to the arbitration board under para 8a,
p.002006: 2. raises an objection against the incorrect composition of the university council under para 8b,
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p.002006: 3. a complaint about discrimination in connection with the election of the rector in accordance with Paragraph 8c or
p.002006: 3. lodges a complaint because of discrimination in connection with the election of the rector under para 8c or
p.002006: 4. an objection of the deficiency of the election proposal according to Paragraph 8d 4. raises an objection
p.002006: against the inadequacy of an election proposal under
p.002006: para 8d.
p.002006: rises.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister has the appropriate form on the homepage of the Federal Ministry for
p.002006: Education, science and research based on reports from university councils
p.002006: Presentation of the implementation of the gender-appropriate composition of collegial bodies in accordance with § 20a
p.002006: Publish universities.
p.002006: (9) If the Working Group on Equal Treatment issues a complaint to the Arbitration Commission, the enforcement of
p.002006: The decision of the university organ is inadmissible until the decision of the arbitration committee.
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p.002006: or the chairman's rash.
p.002006: (12) An annual activity report from the Arbitration Commission must be sent to the University Council and the Rectorate.
p.002006: group on equal opportunities shall each nominate one male and one female member of the commission for a term of office
p.002006: of two years. Two of the members must have legal education. The senate, the university council, and the working group
p.002006: on equal opportunities shall each nominate one woman and one man as substitute members.
p.002006: (10) The members of the arbitration board shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of their tasks (Art
p.002006: 81c Federal Constitutional Law).
p.002006: (11) The arbitration board shall reach its decisions by simple majority. In the case of a tie, the chairperson shall
p.002006: have the casting vote.
p.002006: (12) The arbitration board shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the rectorate.
p.002006: Application of the Federal Equal Treatment Act Application of the
p.002006: Federal Equal Opportunities Act
p.002006: § 44. All members of the university and applicants for admission to a university
p.002006: The B-GlBG is an employment relationship with the university or for admission as a student with the exception of the third and
p.002006: fourth section of the first main part of the second part and §§ 12 and 12a with the proviso that the
p.002006: University is regarded as a service and as a central office (Section 2 (1) and (2) B-GlBG) and it has the duty to perform
p.002006: Compensation in accordance with §§ 17 to 19b B-GlBG. The right to make a proposal for the
p.002006: The advancement plan for women (§ 11a Abs. 1 B-GlBG) is available to the working group for questions of equal treatment.
p.002006: § 44. The Federal Equal Opportunities Act shall apply to all members of a university as well as applicants
p.002006: for employment thereat or for admission as a student, with the exception of Sub-Chapters 3 and 4 of Chapter 1 of
p.002006: Part II and with the exception of Sections 12 and 12a, insofar as the university is deemed to be
p.002006: an administrative unit and a central unit (§ 2 paras 1 and 2 of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act) and
p.002006: is subject to the obligation to pay compensation according to
p.002006: Sections 17 to 19b of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act. The working group on equal opportunities shall be entitled to
p.002006: prepare a draft career advancement plan for women (§ 11a para 1 of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act).
p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: method
p.002006: Procedure
p.002006: At sight
p.002006: Supervision
p.002006: § 45. (1) The universities, the societies, foundations and foundations they have established according to § 10 paragraph 1
p.002006: Associations as well as those companies whose business shares the university indirectly or directly increases
p.002006: than 50% holds are subject to federal supervision. This includes compliance with laws and regulations
p.002006: including the articles of association (legal supervision).
p.002006: (2) The competent organs of the university have notified the Federal Minister by
p.002006: Upon request, the University Council will immediately provide all information necessary for the performance of its or its tasks
p.002006: issue and
p.002006: § 45. (1) The universities as well as the companies, foundations and associations they have founded under § 10 para 1,
p.002006: and those companies of which the university holds a direct or indirect share of more than 50%, are subject to
p.002006: supervision by the Federal Government. This shall comprise monitoring of compliance with the acts and decrees,
p.002006: including the statute (legal supervision).
p.002006: (2) The responsible university governing bodies shall, at the Federal Minister’s request, furnish him / her with any
p.002006: information and documentation required for the performance of his / her tasks without delay, via the university council.
p.002006: This can, if need be, also include personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR).
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p.002006: submit all necessary documents. At most, this can also include personal data (Art. 4
p.002006: No. 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister has ordinances and orders by ordinance
p.002006: Decisions of university organs annul if the regulation or decision in question contradicts
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p.002006: conditional admission if the admission process is still in progress at the time of admission
p.002006: is not completed.
p.002006: (1b) Pre-study and study-related advice are on the occasion of admission
p.002006: to hold orientation events for a diploma or bachelor's degree and
p.002006: To provide orientation information, within the framework
p.002006: Section 60. (1) The rectorate shall, on application by persons fulfilling the requirements for admission
p.002006: to a program of study, admit such persons to such studies.
p.002006: (1a) For programs for which proof of aptitude shall be provided under § 63 para 1 subparas 4 and 5, and para 1a,
p.002006: official notifications of the conditional admission can be issued, provided that at the date of admission the
p.002006: procedure for the proof of aptitude has not been completed yet.
p.002006: (1b) On admission to diploma or bachelor's programs, orientation tutorials shall be held and orientation information
p.002006: be offered as study-preparatory and study- accompanying guidance, as part of which
p.002006: 1. the students in a suitable form about 1. the
p.002006: students shall receive, in a suitable format, information on
p.002006: a) the essential provisions of university law and the law on funding grants,
p.002006: a) the main provisions of university law and student grants legislation,
p.002006: b) student participation in the organs of the university, b) the student
p.002006: representation on the governing bodies of the university,
p.002006: c) the legal basis for the advancement of women, c) the legal
p.002006: basis of arrangements for the advancement of women,
p.002006: d) the legal protection against discrimination, d) the
p.002006: statutory protection against discrimination,
p.002006: e) the curriculum,
p.002006: e) the curriculum,
p.002006: f) the qualification profile of the graduates, f) the qualification
p.002006: profiles of graduates,
p.002006: g) the study entry and orientation phase, g) the
p.002006: orientation period,
p.002006: h) the recommended course offer in the first two semesters, h) the recommended
p.002006: courses for the first two semesters,
p.002006: i) the compatibility of studies and work, i) the
p.002006: compatibility of studies with work,
p.002006: j) the number of students studying, the average length of study, the
p.002006: Study success statistics and employment statistics,
p.002006: j) the number of students enrolled in the program, the average duration of studies, the pass rates, the employment
p.002006: statistics,
p.002006: k) study-related stays abroad, k)
p.002006: study-related stays abroad,
p.002006: l) the student representative institutions, in particular the Austrian university students
p.002006: Student body, the respective student body and
p.002006: l) the institutions for representation fo students, i.e. the Austrian Students 'Union and the respective Students'
p.002006: Union, and
p.002006: m) the student ombudsman m) the
p.002006: Austrian Student Ombudsman,
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p.002006: are to be informed, and
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p.002006: qualification assessment. The qualification assessment shall focus on the quality of the research performance and the
p.002006: teaching performance of the past five years. The qualification assessment shall conform to international, competitive
p.002006: standards. The application for unlimited extension may be submitted after completion of the fifth year.
p.002006: (4) The development plan shall allow for a number of positions for associate professors under § 94 para 2 subpara 2
p.002006: and for adjunct professors, who can be appointed as university professors in a simplified procedure. § 98 paras
p.002006: 1 to 8 shall not apply to these procedures. These positions shall be advertised in the university gazette of the
p.002006: respective university. The rector shall select the candidate for the position to be filled after hearing
p.002006: the opinion of the university professors of the
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p.002006: the candidate for the position to be filled after consulting the university professors
p.002006: and university professors of the specialist area of the university to which the position is assigned, and
p.002006: of the working group for equality issues. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (5) The offer to conclude a qualification agreement in accordance with
p.002006: Section 27 of the collective agreement concluded in accordance with Section 108 (3), in which on
p.002006: Version effective October 1, 2015, implies the implementation of an international competitive standard accordingly
p.002006: Selection process in advance, in particular the position must be advertised internationally The result of the selection process
p.002006: the university professors of the relevant department are to be heard. The aspect of
p.002006: Equality between women and men must be taken into account accordingly. Section 42 applies.
p.002006: (6) Those persons who go through a selection process in accordance with Paragraph 5 and who qualify in accordance with § 27 Paragraph 5 of the
p.002006: in accordance with Section 108 (3) collective agreement in the version applicable on October 1, 2015 in accordance with the
p.002006: agreement reached (Associate Professors) belong to the
p.002006: academic and artistic university staff in accordance with Section 94 Paragraph 2 No. 1.
p.002006: (7) The procedures carried out in accordance with paras. 4 and 5 must be evaluated every five years
p.002006: undergo. This evaluation is to be arranged by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: Section 99a. (1) A maximum of 5% of the positions for university professors can be included in the development plan
p.002006: and university professors in accordance with Section 98 are determined without professional dedication in international competition
p.002006: for the best scientists for the purpose of proactive acquisition
p.002006: outstanding personalities can be filled.
p.002006: (2) Section 98 paras 1 to 8 does not apply. The Rector has with the candidate
p.002006: Candidates for the position to be filled after hearing the university professors
p.002006: University professors in the specialist area to which the position is assigned to conduct appointment negotiations
p.002006: and to conclude an employment contract initially limited to a maximum of six years. More detailed provisions on
p.002006: the appointments according to paragraph 1 and the requirements for the hearing of the university professors
p.002006: and university professors are to be specified in the statutes.
p.002006: university's department to which the position is assigned and the working group on equal opportunities. The detailed
p.002006: arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: (5) An offer for the conclusion of a qualification agreement according to § 27 of the collective contract concluded
p.002006: under § 108 para 3 in the version effective on 1 October 2015 shall require the completion of a selection procedure
p.002006: according to internationally competitive standards and in particular the international
p.002006: advertisement of the position. The opinion of the university professors of the respective department shall
p.002006: be heard regarding the results of the selection procedure. The equality of women and men shall be taken into account as
p.002006: a relevant factor. Section 42 shall apply.
p.002006: (6) Those persons who have gone through a selection procedure under para 5 and have obtained the qualifications
p.002006: according to § 27 para 5 of the collective contract concluded under § 108 para 3 in the version of 1 October 2015
p.002006: according to the agreement made (adjunct professors) shall be members of the scientific and artistic staff
p.002006: under § 94 para 2 subpara 1.
p.002006: (7) The procedures carried out under paras 4 and 5 shall be evaluated every five years. This evaluation shall be
p.002006: initiated by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: Section 99a. (1) The development plan may specify a number of a maximum of 5% of the positions for university professors
p.002006: according to § 98 without subject allocation for the proactive recruitment of outstanding scientific
p.002006: personalities in the international competition for the best scientists.
p.002006: (2) § 98 paras 1 to 8 shall not apply. After hearing the opinion of the university professors of the relevant field to
p.002006: which the position will be assigned, the rector shall conduct the appointment negotiations with the candidate for the
p.002006: position to be filled and conclude an employment contract which shall initially be limited to a maximum of six years.
p.002006: Detailed arrangements regarding the recruitments according to para 1 and the conditions for hearing the university
p.002006: professors shall be established by the statute.
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p.002006: (3) An unlimited extension of the appointment by the Rector is only possible after one
p.002006: Qualification examination permitted. The content of the qualification examination is the quality of the academic achievements
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p.002006: its further development.
p.002006: (3) The decisions, statements and recommendations of the Science Council are closed
p.002006: publish, whereby personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) may only be published if:
p.002006: 1. advising the Federal Minister, the legislature and the universities on university matters and on questions
p.002006: of science policy and the arts;
p.002006: 2. monitoring and analyzing the Austrian higher education and research system, having regard to European and
p.002006: international trends, and formulating proposals for its further development.
p.002006: (3) The resolutions, opinions and recommendations of the Science Council shall be published, in that personal data (Art
p.002006: 4 No 1 GDPR) may only be published if
p.002006: 1. the data subjects have given their consent or 1. the persons
p.002006: concerned have given their consent, or
p.002006: 2. the data subjects exercise a public function. 2. the persons
p.002006: concerned exercise a public function
p.002006: (4) From 2004, the Science Council has at least every three years in the National Council through the
p.002006: Submit an activity report to the Federal Minister. This report also has
p.002006: Recommendations on the basic direction of the performance agreements with the universities at
p.002006: Include consideration of location development.
p.002006: (5) The Science Council consists of twelve members from different areas of society, in particular
p.002006: of science and art by the Federal Government on the proposal of the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister. The Science Council reimburses the
p.002006: Federal Minister proposals for the nomination of members. Women are in
p.002006: appropriate number to be considered.
p.002006: (4) From 2004 onwards the Science Council shall submit reports on its activities at least once every three years
p.002006: to the National Council, by way of the Federal Minister. Such reports shall also include
p.002006: recommendations for the strategic alignment of the performance agreements with universities, having
p.002006: regard to the development of university locations.
p.002006: (5) The Science Council shall consist of 12 members from different spheres of society, particularly science and the
p.002006: arts, who shall be nominated by the Federal Minister and appointed by the Federal Government. The
p.002006: Science Council shall submit suggestions to the Federal Minister for the nomination of its members, having regard to
p.002006: adequate female representation.
p.002006: (6) Membership of the Science Council is excluded: (6) The following shall be
p.002006: excluded from membership of the Science Council:
p.002006: 1. Academic officials of the universities according to
p.002006: Section 6 (1), universities of teacher education according to Section 1 (1) and (2) HG and those in Austria according to Sections 23 and 24
p.002006: HS-QSG accredited universities of applied sciences, universities of applied sciences and private universities;
p.002006: 2. Employees of for universities and universities of teacher education
p.002006: responsible federal ministries and
p.002006: 3. Members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council
p.002006: or any other general
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p.002006: universities of the same names (including their organizational units with restricted legal capacity)
p.002006: referred to in § 5 University Organization Act 1993 or the universities of the arts (including their organizational
p.002006: 187 of 205
p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt is the universal successor to the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research and
p.002006: Further training at the universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz - IFF.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, is the universal successor to the Inter-University Research Institute
p.002006: for Agricultural Biotechnology Tulln. The universities involved in this inter-university institution have until
p.002006: no later than
p.002006: December 31, 2003 based on their cooperation and their resulting rights and
p.002006: Obligations with effect from January 1, 2004 a contract for further cooperation in this field
p.002006: complete. If this contract is not concluded on time, the property is the
p.002006: Inter-university institution from January 1, 2004 according to the number of participating universities
p.002006: December 31, 2003 to allocate resources.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz is the universal successor to the university
p.002006: Institute for Information Systems to support visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology is the universal legal successor of the Interuniversity Institute for
p.002006: Technology Management (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the interuniversities
p.002006: Coordination office for women and gender research Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library
p.002006: for physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library of Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the inter-university
p.002006: University sports institute in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 137. (1) The tenancy rights to those of the federal government, a university or a legal entity
p.002006: Organizational unit of a university rented real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: on the day this federal law takes full effect at the university (effective date) under
p.002006: units with restricted legal capacity) referred to in § 6 subparas 1 to 6 Universities of the Arts Organization Act.
p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research
p.002006: and Continuing Education at the Universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences Vienna shall be the universal successor of the
p.002006: Institute for Agrobiotechnology Tulln. The universities participating in this inter-university institution
p.002006: have to conclude, by December 31, 2003, an agreement on their continued collaboration in this field with effect from
p.002006: January 1, 2004, based on their existing collaboration and the rights and duties arising there from. In case that
p.002006: such agreement is not concluded by the appointed day, the assets of the said inter-university institution shall
p.002006: as of 1 January, 2004 be divided among the participating universities in accordance with the resources
p.002006: contributed by them up to 31 December 2003.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Institute for
p.002006: Information Systems supporting visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Technology Management
p.002006: (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Coordination Center
p.002006: for Women's Studies and Gender Research, Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University University Sports
p.002006: Center in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 137. (1) As of the day when this Act enters into full effect (effective date) tenancy rights attaching to
p.002006: properties, buildings and rooms rented by the Federal Government, a university or a university organizational
p.002006: unit with restricted legal capacity shall pass by universal succession to the university or faculty of medicine
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p.002006: Exclusion of the legal consequences of Sections 12a and 46a of the Tenancy Law by way of universal succession to those on the day
p.002006: University or medical faculty using before the deadline.
p.002006: (2) The university also acts as a lessor or lender on the key date specified in paragraph 1
p.002006: Place the federal government in the existing lease and loan agreements.
p.002006: Legal succession for shared properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: § 138. The tenancy law passes to the university that owns the property, the building or the individual
p.002006: Premises were allocated for exclusive and permanent use the day before the cut-off date or
p.002006: were. Is a property, a building or are individual premises of several universities
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p.002006: Bachelor’s degree takes place at the respective university or, in the case of jointly established courses, at one
p.002006: of the participating educational institutions has been completed.
p.002006: (2) At the end of the general admission period, the grace period begins in the winter semester on November 30, in
p.002006: Summer semester ends on April 30th. Within the grace period, approval and notification of the continuation of the
p.002006: Studies permitted, for students in accordance with Section 91 (1) if the increased tuition fee is paid
p.002006: becomes. Admission to a diploma or bachelor's degree may only be made within the grace period
p.002006: Exceptions are made. Exceptional cases are in particular:
p.002006: 1. Failure to pass an admission or admission procedure or the study entry and orientation phase in
p.002006: a different degree, provided the result for the winter semester only after August 31, for the summer semester
p.002006: only after January 31;
p.002006: 2. The general university entrance qualification for the winter semester only after August 31, for the summer semester
p.002006: only after January 31;
p.002006: 3. in the case of civilian servants, presence servants and training service providers and when a voluntary social service is provided
p.002006: Year, provided the service was performed or a convocation existed by August 31 or January 31 and the service
p.002006: was not started later or was canceled or interrupted before the grace period ended;
p.002006: 4. Individuals who can demonstrate that they are within the entire general admission period
p.002006: were prevented from meeting the deadline by an unforeseen or inevitable event, and none
p.002006: At fault or only a minor degree of oversight occurs;
p.002006: 5. People who have been shown to be prevented from doing so due to employment or internships within
p.002006: to apply for the entire general admission period;
p.002006: 6. People who are demonstrably prevented from doing so due to a stay abroad for imperative reasons
p.002006: were to submit an application within the entire general admission period.
p.002006: different general admission period may be stipulated for the admission to those degree programs that are
p.002006: subject to a special admission procedure. The statutes may lay down other arrangements that permit admission to
p.002006: master’s programs outside of the general admission period and the special admission period, if the
p.002006: admission is granted based on the completion of a bachelor’s program at the same university or, in jointly
p.002006: offered degree programs at one of the educational institutions concerned.
p.002006: (2) Upon expiry of the general admission period, the extension period shall commence; it shall expire on 30
p.002006: November in the winter semester, and on April 30 in the summer semester. Admission and registration for the
p.002006: continuation of studies is permissible in the extension period; for students pursuant to § 91 para 1 only, if the
p.002006: increased tuition fees are paid. Admission to a diploma or bachelor’s programs within the special admission period
p.002006: shall only be granted in exceptional cases. Exceptional cases include in particular:
p.002006: 1. Failure to pass an admission procedure or successfully complete an orientation period in another degree
p.002006: programs, provided that the results for the winter semester are available only after 31 August and for the
p.002006: summer semester after 31 January;
p.002006: 2. Obtaining the general university entrance qualification for the winter semester after August 31 and for the
p.002006: summer semester after 31 January;
p.002006: 3. Persons completing their compulsory community service, military service, training service or a year of voluntary
p.002006: work in the social sector, provided that they completed their service or received their conscription order and did not
p.002006: begin their service or, prior to the end of the special admission period, discontinued or took a leave from their
p.002006: service by August 31 or January 31;
p.002006: 4. Persons who establish that unforeseeable and unpreventable circumstances during the entire general admission period
p.002006: precluded them from observing the deadline and that this was beyond their control or only due to a minor oversight on
p.002006: their part;
p.002006: 5. Persons who submit evidence that employment or internships precluded them from submitting an application
p.002006: within the entire general admission period;
p.002006: 6. Persons who submit evidence that a stay abroad due to unavoidable circumstances precluded them from
p.002006: submitting an application within the entire general admission period.
p.002006: Further reasons can be specified in the statutes. Additional exceptions
p.002006: may be laid down in the statutes.
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p.002006: (3) The general admission period applies to: (3) The
p.002006: general admission period shall be applicable to:
p.002006: 1. Austrian citizens; 1.
p.002006: Austrian citizens;
p.002006: 2. Nationals of an EU or EEA country; 2nd nationals of
p.002006: a EU or EEA country;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons, one limited to a maximum of two semesters
p.002006: Admission to study in Austria either on the basis of transnational EU, state or university
p.002006: Mobility programs, including joint study programs, or after completing foreign ones
p.002006: Studies in one of the first diploma exams of the chosen diploma course or in a
p.002006: Strive for a corresponding Bachelor's degree;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons seeking admission for studies in Austria for a maximum of two
p.002006: semesters either under transnational EU, state or university mobility programs including joint
p.002006: diploma programs or on successful completion of studies abroad equivalent to a pass in the first diploma examination
p.002006: in the diploma programs selected or a bachelor degree;
p.002006: 4. Groups of people based on the Ordinance on Groups of People; 4. groups of persons
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p.002006: Section 4 procedure
p.002006: Section 45. Supervision
p.002006: Section 45. Supervision
p.002006: Section 46. Procedures in administrative matters Section 46.
p.002006: Official Procedure
p.002006: Section 47 Default of organs
p.002006: 47. Dilatoriness of Bodies
p.002006: Section 48. Confidentiality Section
p.002006: 48th Duty of Secrecy
p.002006: § 49. Liability
p.002006: Section 49. Liability
p.002006: § 50. Legal representation
p.002006: § 50. Legal representation
p.002006: Chapter 4 Procedures
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p.002006: II. Part of study law
p.002006: Section 1 General Provisions
p.002006: § 51. Definitions §
p.002006: 51. Definitions
p.002006: Part II Study Law
p.002006: Chapter 1 General Provisions
p.002006: Section 52. Classification of the academic year
p.002006: 52. Structure of the Academic Year
p.002006: Section 53. Storage of university-specific data Section 53.
p.002006: Storage of University-Specific Data
p.002006: Section 2 studies
p.002006: § 54. Ordinary studies
p.002006: Section 54. Degree programs
p.002006: Chapter 2 Study Programs
p.002006: Section 54a. Extension studies §
p.002006: 54a. Extension programs
p.002006: Section 54b. Extension studies for the extension of teacher training programs § 54b. extension
p.002006: Programs for Teacher Training Programs
p.002006: Section 54c. Extension studies for graduates of six semester teacher training programs
p.002006: Section 54c. Extension Programs for Graduates of Six-Semester Teacher Training Programs
p.002006: Section 54d. Joint study programs § 54d.
p.002006: Joint study programs
p.002006: Section 54e. Joint studies § 54e.
p.002006: Jointly Offered Study Programs
p.002006: Section 55. Individual studies
p.002006: § 55. Individually Designed Degree Programs
p.002006: § 56. University courses
p.002006: § 56. Certificate university programs for further education
p.002006: § 57. Preparation courses §
p.002006: 57. Preparatory Courses
p.002006: Section 58. Curricula
p.002006: Section 58. Curricula
p.002006: Section 3 students
p.002006: Chapter 3 Students
p.002006: Section 59. Rights and obligations of students Section 59.
p.002006: Rights and Duties of Students
p.002006: § 60. Admission to studies §
p.002006: 60. Admission to Studies
p.002006: Section 61. Admission deadlines
p.002006: Section 61. Admission Periods
p.002006: Section 62. Announcement of continuation of studies Section 62.
p.002006: Registration for the Continuation of Studies
p.002006: Section 63. Admission to regular studies Section 63.
p.002006: Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: Section 63a. Special provision for admission to master's and doctoral programs § 63a. Special commission
p.002006: relating to the Admission to Master's and Doctoral
p.002006: program
p.002006: § 64. General university entrance qualification §
p.002006: 64th General University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 64a. University entrance examination § 64a.
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification Examination
p.002006: Section 65. Special university entrance qualification
p.002006: 65th Special University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 65a. Suitability for teacher training and professional studies at elementary education institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for teaching at Elementary Educational
p.002006: Institutions
p.002006: Section 65b. Legal protection in admission procedures § 65b.
p.002006: Legal protection in respect of admission procedures
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p.002006: Section 66. Study entry and orientation phase Section 66.
p.002006: Study Starting and Orientation Period
p.002006: Section 67. Leave of absence
p.002006: § 67. Academic Leave
p.002006: Section 68. Expiry of admission to regular studies Section 68.
p.002006: Expiry of Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: § 69. Certificate of departure §
p.002006: 69. Leaving Certificate
p.002006: Section 70. Admission to extraordinary studies Section 70.
p.002006: Admission to non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 71. Expiry of admission to extraordinary studies Section 71. Expiry
p.002006: of Admission to Non-Degree Programs
p.002006: 3a. section
p.002006: Access regulations in the context of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Chapter 3a
p.002006: Admission Regulations in the Context of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 71a. aims
p.002006: Section 71a. Objectives
p.002006: Section 71b. Admission to particularly popular bachelor and diploma courses
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p.002006: Courses and examinations
p.002006: Section 77. Repetition of exams Section 77.
p.002006: Repetition of examinations
p.002006: Section 78. Recognition of exams Section 78.
p.002006: Recognition of examinations
p.002006: Section 79. Legal protection for exams Section 79.
p.002006: Legal protection in respect of examinations
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Bachelor theses, diploma and master theses as well as dissertations
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Bachelor’s Papers, Diploma, Master’s and Doctoral Theses
p.002006: § 80.Bachelor theses
p.002006: § 80. Bachelor’s Papers
p.002006: Section 81. Diploma and master theses Section 81.
p.002006: Diploma and Master’s Theses
p.002006: § 82. Artistic diploma and master theses § 82.
p.002006: Artistic Diploma and Master’s Submissions
p.002006: Section 83. Dissertations and artistic dissertations Section 83.
p.002006: Doctoral Theses and Artistic Doctoral Theses
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p.002006: Section 84. Inspection of assessment documents Section 84.
p.002006: Inspection of assessment documents
p.002006: § 85. Recognition of scientific and artistic works § 85. Recognition of
p.002006: Academic Theses and Artistic Submissions
p.002006: § 86. Obligation to publish §
p.002006: 86. Duty of Publication
p.002006: Section 6 Academic Degrees
p.002006: Section 87. Awarding of the academic degree or academic title
p.002006: Section 87a. Academic degree and academic title for the graduates of
p.002006: university courses
p.002006: Chapter 6 Academic Degrees
p.002006: § 87. Award of the Academic Degree or the Academic Designation
p.002006: Section 87a. Academic Degree and Academic Designation for Graduates of Certificate University Programs for Further
p.002006: Education
p.002006: Section 88. Management of academic degrees Section 88.
p.002006: Use of Academic Degrees
p.002006: § 89. Revocation of domestic academic degrees or academic names
p.002006: § 89. Revocation of Domestic Academic Degrees or Academic Designations
p.002006: 7. Section Nostrification
p.002006: § 90.
p.002006: § 90.
p.002006: Section 8 Tuition Fee Regulations
p.002006: § 91. Tuition fee
p.002006: Section 91. Tuition Fees
p.002006: Chapter 7 Nostrification
p.002006: Chapter 8 Provisions on Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 92. Waiver and reimbursement of tuition fees Section 92.
p.002006: Remission and Reimbursement of the Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 9 special provisions
p.002006: Chapter 9 Special Provisions
p.002006: Section 93. Special Provisions for Catholic Theology Section 93. Special
p.002006: Provisions for Catholic Theology
p.002006: Section 93a. Special provisions for the joint study of human medicine at the University of Linz and medical
p.002006: University of Graz
p.002006: III. Part of members of the university
p.002006: Section 1 classification
p.002006: Section 93a. Special Provisions for the Joint Degree Program in Human Medicine at the University of Linz and the
p.002006: Medical University of Graz
p.002006: Part III University Members
p.002006: Chapter 1 Classification
p.002006: Section 94. Classification
p.002006: § 94. Classification
p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: Research fellows and doctors in specialist training
p.002006: Research Fellows and Physicians in Specialists ’Training
p.002006: Section 95. Research Fellows Section 95. Research
p.002006: Fellows
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p.002006: Section 96. Doctors in specialist training Section 96.
p.002006: Physicians in Specialists ’Training
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Scientific and artistic university staff
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Scientific and Artistic University Staff
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p.002006: Section 7 Entry into Force and Execution
p.002006: Section 141c. Implementation of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: Entry into Force and Implementation
p.002006: Section 142. References
p.002006: § 142. References
p.002006: Section 143. Entry into force and expiry of legal provisions Section 143. Entry
p.002006: into Force and Expiration of Legal Provisions
p.002006: Section 144. Enforcement
p.002006: § 144. Implementation
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p.002006: Part I.
p.002006: Part I
p.002006: organization law
p.002006: Organizational Law
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: 1. subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 1
p.002006: Principles, tasks and scope Principles, Responsibilities and
p.002006: Scope of application
p.002006: aims
p.002006: Objectives
p.002006: § 1. (1) The universities are called, scientific research and teaching, development and development
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as the teaching of art and thereby responsible for solving the
p.002006: Human problems and the prosperous development of society and the natural environment
p.002006: contribute. Universities are educational institutions under public law that are active in research and in
p.002006: research-led academic teaching on the production of new scientific knowledge as well as on the
p.002006: Tapping new entrances to the arts. In the joint work of teachers and
p.002006: In an enlightened knowledge society, the pursuit of education and autonomy of the
p.002006: Individual accomplished through science. The funding of young scientists goes along
p.002006: the development of skills and qualifications in both the scientific and artistic fields
p.002006: Content as well as in the area of methodological skills with the aim of coping with social
p.002006: Contribute to challenges in a changing humane and gender-sensitive society. To the
p.002006: to take into account constantly changing requirements in terms of organization, study and personnel law,
p.002006: The universities and their organs are constituted with the greatest possible autonomy and self-government.
p.002006: (2) As far as this federal law does not contain any deviating provisions, the 1st and 2nd section of the
p.002006: Research Organization Act (FOG), Federal Law Gazette No. 341/1981, also apply in the scope of this federal law.
p.002006: § 1. (1) The mission of the universities is to serve academic research and teaching, and the advancement,
p.002006: appreciation and teaching of the arts, and thereby to contribute to the personal development of the individual, and to
p.002006: the welfare of society and the environment. Universities are public educational institutions which, in their research
p.002006: and research-based teaching, are directed towards the advancement of knowledge and the development of new
p.002006: approaches to the arts. Through the common efforts of teachers and students, working in an enlightened knowledge
p.002006: society, they assist individuals in their striving for the education and autonomy through science. They promote the
p.002006: advancement of junior academics, which goes hand in hand with the acquisition of scientific and artistic
p.002006: abilities and qualifications, and methodological skills, with the goal of helping a society in transition to
p.002006: master the challenges it faces in a humane and gender-equal fashion. To enable them to respond to the constantly
p.002006: changing demands made on them in terms of organization, study laws and employment laws, the universities and
p.002006: their governing bodies shall constitute themselves under conditions of the greatest possible autonomy and self-
p.002006: administration.
p.002006: (2) Unless otherwise provided for in this Federal Act, Chapters 1 and 2 of the Research Organization Act (FOG), F. L.
p.002006: G. No 341/1981, shall also apply to the area of application of this Act.
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p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles for universities in fulfilling their tasks are:
p.002006: 1. Freedom of science and its teaching (Art. 17 of the Basic Law on the
p.002006: general rights of citizens, RGBl. No. 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic
p.002006: Creation, the mediation of art and its teaching (Art. 17a of the Basic Law on General
p.002006: Rights of citizens);
p.002006: 2. Linking research and teaching, linking the development and development of the arts and their teaching
p.002006: as well as the connection between science and art;
p.002006: 3. Diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles to be observed by the universities in pursuance of their objects are:
p.002006: 1. freedom of sciences and their teaching (Art 17 of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals,
p.002006: Imperial Legal Gazette No 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic activity, the dissemination of the arts
p.002006: and their teaching (Art 17a of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals);
p.002006: 2. interaction between research and teaching, the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts, and science and
p.002006: art;
p.002006: 3. diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: 4. freedom of learning;
p.002006: 4. freedom of study;
p.002006: 5. Taking into account the requirements for access to the profession, particularly for teaching in schools
p.002006: or working at elementary education institutions;
p.002006: 6. Participation of the students, especially with regard to study matters and the quality assurance of teaching;
p.002006: 7. National and international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: Graduates as well as academic and artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. Attention to the requirements for entry to professional careers, in particular for teaching at schools or at
p.002006: elementary educational institutions;
p.002006: 6. student co-determination, particularly in respect of matters relating to studies and quality assurance of
p.002006: teaching;
p.002006: 7. national and international mobility of students, graduates, and university scientific and artistic staff;
p.002006: 8. cooperation between university members; 8. collaborative
p.002006: relationships between members of the university;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men; 9. equality
p.002006: of the sexes;
p.002006: 10. equal social opportunities;
p.002006: 10. equality of social opportunity;
p.002006: 11. special attention to the needs of disabled people; 11. special attention to the
p.002006: needs of the handicapped;
p.002006: 12. Economy, economy and practicality of handling; 12. efficient, economical and
p.002006: expedient management of finances;
p.002006: 13. Compatibility of studies or work with childcare obligations for children and relatives in need of care;
p.002006: 13. compatibility of studies or career and responsibilities for the care of children and family members requiring care;
p.002006: 14. Sustainable use of resources. 14th
p.002006: sustainable use of resources.
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: § 3. The universities fulfill the following tasks within their scope:
p.002006: § 3. Within their sphere of action, the universities fulfil the following tasks:
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p.002006: 1. Development of the sciences (research and teaching), development and development of art as well as teaching of
p.002006: Art;
p.002006: 2. Education through science and through the development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-educational and artistic-scientific
p.002006: Vocational training, qualification for professional activities that require application scientific
p.002006: Knowledge and methods require, as well as training in artistic and scientific
p.002006: Skills to the highest level;
p.002006: 4. Education and promotion of young scientific and artistic talent;
p.002006: 5. Continuing education, especially for graduates from universities and educators
p.002006: Pedagogues;
p.002006: 6. Coordination of scientific research (development and development of the arts) and teaching
p.002006: within the university;
p.002006: 7. Support national and international cooperation in the field of scientific research
p.002006: and teaching as well as art;
p.002006: 8. Support the use and implementation of their research results in practice and support the
p.002006: social integration of results of development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 1. advancement of sciences (research and teaching), and the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts;
p.002006: 2. education through science and the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-pedagogical and artistic-scientific training, qualification for
p.002006: professional activities requiring the application of scientific knowledge and methods, as well as teaching artistic and
p.002006: scientific skills at the highest level;
p.002006: 4. training and promotion of junior academics and young artists;
p.002006: 5. continuing education, particularly of university graduates and graduates of university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education;
p.002006: 6. internal co-ordination of scientific research (and the advancement and appreciation of the arts) and
p.002006: teaching at universities;
p.002006: 7. promotion of domestic and international co-operation in research and teaching, and the arts;
p.002006: 8. promotion of the use and practical application of their research findings, and of community involvement in
p.002006: efforts to promote the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men and the promotion of women; 9. gender equality, and the
p.002006: advancement of women;
p.002006: 10. Maintaining contacts with the graduates; 10. maintenance of
p.002006: contacts with graduates;
p.002006: 11. Inform the public about the fulfillment of the tasks of the universities.
p.002006: 11. provision of public information on the performance of the tasks of the universities.
p.002006: legal form
p.002006: Legal nature
p.002006: § 4. The universities are legal entities under public law. § 4. The universities are
p.002006: legal entities under public law.
p.002006: Freedom of instruction and statute Immunity from Ministerial Instructions
p.002006: and Freedom to Adopt Statutes
p.002006: § 5. The universities fulfill their tasks in accordance with § 3 within the framework of the laws and regulations without instructions
p.002006: and adopt their statutes within the framework of the laws in accordance with Article 81c (1) of the Federal Constitutional Law
p.002006: (B-VG), BGBl. No. 1/1930, in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 2/2008.
p.002006: § 5. The universities shall perform their tasks under § 3 within the limits of the law and decrees without restriction
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p.002006: 3. University of Innsbruck;
p.002006: 4. Medical University of Vienna; 4th
p.002006: Medical University of Vienna;
p.002006: 5. Medical University of Graz; 5th
p.002006: Medical University of Graz;
p.002006: 6. Medical University of Innsbruck; 6th
p.002006: Medical University of Innsbruck;
p.002006: 7. University of Salzburg;
p.002006: 7. University of Salzburg;
p.002006: 8. Vienna University of Technology; 8th.
p.002006: Vienna University of Technology;
p.002006: 9. Graz University of Technology; 9th
p.002006: Graz University of Technology;
p.002006: 10th Montan University Leoben; 10th
p.002006: University of Mining Leoben;
p.002006: 11. University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna; 11th
p.002006: University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna;
p.002006: 12. University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna; 12th
p.002006: University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna;
p.002006: 13. Vienna University of Economics and Business; 13th
p.002006: Vienna University of Economics and Business;
p.002006: 14. University of Linz;
p.002006: 14. University of Linz;
p.002006: 15. University of Klagenfurt;
p.002006: 15. University of Klagenfurt;
p.002006: 16. University of Applied Arts Vienna; 16th
p.002006: University of Applied Arts Vienna;
p.002006: 17th University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna; 17th University of
p.002006: Music and Performing Arts Vienna;
p.002006: 18th University Mozarteum Salzburg; 18th
p.002006: Mozarteum University “Salzburg;
p.002006: 19. University of Music and Performing Arts Graz; 19. University of
p.002006: Music and Performing Arts Graz;
p.002006: 20th University for Artistic and Industrial Design Linz; 20. University of Art
p.002006: and Design Linz;
p.002006: 21st Academy of Fine Arts Vienna; 21st Academy
p.002006: of Fine Arts Vienna;
p.002006: 22. University of Continuing Education Krems (Danube University Krems). 22. University of Continuing
p.002006: Education Krems (Danube University Krems).
p.002006: (2) Universities are established and closed by federal law. (2) Universities shall be
p.002006: established and dissolved by federal law.
p.002006: (3) Two or more universities can be united by federal law.
p.002006: (4) An initiative for an association can also come from two or more universities. Based
p.002006: Consistent decisions of the university councils and rectorates involved and after the respective
p.002006: Senates may submit a corresponding proposal to the Federal Minister for amendment
p.002006: of paragraph 1 as well as to determine the necessary further legal regulations (general framework provisions)
p.002006: submit. An association can only take effect at the beginning of a new performance agreement period.
p.002006: (3) Two or more universities may be merged by federal law.
p.002006: (4) The initiative for a merger may also be taken by two or more universities. Based on the decisions by the university
p.002006: councils and rectorates of the universities involved and after hearing the opinions of the respective senates, the
p.002006: Federal Minister shall have the right to present a proposal for the amendment of para 1 as well as for the adoption of
p.002006: necessary further legal regulations (merger framework regulations). A merger shall only become effective at the
p.002006: beginning of a new performance agreement period.
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p.002006: (5) The decisions for an initiative for an association must in any case include:
p.002006: 1. a proposal to regulate the legal succession and the desired future name of the
p.002006: University;
p.002006: (5) The decision to initiate a merger shall contain the following:
p.002006: 1. a proposal for arrangements for the legal succession as well as for the desired future name of the university;
p.002006: 2. the desired time for the association to take effect; 2. the desired date at which
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p.002006: b) Amount allocated to the universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15 (“scientific universities”) which is
p.002006: calculated based on at least one competition indicator;
p.002006: c) Amount allocated to the universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 (“artistic universities”) which is
p.002006: calculated based on at least one competition indicator;
p.002006: However, together the amounts pursuant to lit b and c shall not exceed 20% of the column research or AAA.
p.002006: 3. The budget column “infrastructure and strategic development” according to para 2 subpara 3 comprises the amounts
p.002006: for the buildings used by the universities and for the clinical overheads according to § 55 subpara 2 of the
p.002006: Hospitals and Health Resorts Act (KAKuG), F.L.G. No 1/1957, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G.I.
p.002006: No 59/2017 (Medical Universities), a strategic amount for teaching, research or the advancement and
p.002006: appreciation of the arts as well as for other measures. The amount is determined, in particular, in
p.002006: accordance with the objectively justifiable demand according to § 13 para 2 subpara 1, and shall also
p.002006: serve as an economic security for the universities in consideration of the current
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p.002006: university policy priorities and the necessary structural changes.
p.002006: (5) The individual subject groups in the teaching and research or EEK budget pillars are weighted, whereby
p.002006: The following criteria in particular must be taken into account:
p.002006: 1. the total amount in accordance with paragraph 2 and its distribution between the teaching and research budget pillars or
p.002006: EEK,
p.002006: 2. the different equipment requirements of the individual subject groups as well
p.002006: developments in the university sector, the focus areas in higher education policy and the necessary structural changes.
p.002006: (5) Each of the groups of disciplines in the budget columns “teaching” and “research or AAA” shall be
p.002006: weighted, taking into account especially the following criteria:
p.002006: 1. the total amount set out in para 2 and its division into the budget columns “teaching” and “research or AAA”,
p.002006: 2. the different equipment needs for each group of disciplines, as well as
p.002006: 3. the actual cost structures. Third
p.002006: the actual cost structures.
p.002006: (6) For the distribution of funds in accordance with para. 4 no. 1 lit. a and Z 2 lit. a financing rates are determined. The
p.002006: The financing rates for teaching are determined on the basis of the teaching budget pillar and taking into account
p.002006: the number of study places available across Austria in the individual subject groups
p.002006: and the corresponding subject group weights. The determination of the funding rates research or
p.002006: The arts are developed and developed on the basis of the Research or EEK budget pillar as well as
p.002006: Taking into account the number of Austria-wide in selected use groups in
p.002006: the individual subject groups at least people to be employed (full-time equivalents) and
p.002006: the corresponding subject group weights.
p.002006: (7) By ordinance of the Federal Minister, in agreement with the Federal Minister or
p.002006: to determine the following for the Federal Minister of Finance:
p.002006: 1. Proportional division of the budget pillars teaching and research or EEK into the amounts according to para. 4 no. 1 lit. a and b and
p.002006: Z 2 lit. a to c,
p.002006: 2. Definition and data basis of basic indicators 1 and 2 and the competitive indicators
p.002006: according to para. 4 no. 1 lit. b and Z 2 lit. b and c and their weighting according to paragraph 5,
p.002006: 3. Determination of the funding rates for the teaching and research budget pillars or EEK in accordance with paragraph 6 and
p.002006: 4. Allocation of the fields of study offered by the universities to the subject groups.
p.002006: (6) Funding rates shall be determined for the allocation of the resources according to para 4 subpara 1 lit.
p.002006: a and subpara 2 lit a. The funding rates for teaching shall be determined on the basis of the budget column
p.002006: “Teaching” as well as in consideration of the minimum number of study places to be offered throughout
p.002006: Austria in each group of disciplines and the corresponding weighting of the groups of disciplines. The funding rates
p.002006: for research or the advancement and appreciation of the arts shall be determined on the basis of the budget column
p.002006: “Research or AAA” as well as in consideration of the minimum number of persons (full-time equivalents) to be employed
p.002006: throughout Austria in each group of disciplines in selected job groups and the corresponding weighting of the groups of
p.002006: disciplines.
p.002006: (7) In consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, the Federal Minister shall, by decree, determine the
p.002006: Following:
p.002006: 1. proportionate division of the budget columns “teaching” and “research or AAA” into the amounts set out in para 4
p.002006: subpara 1 lit a and b and subpara 2 lit a to c,
p.002006: 2. definition and data basis for the basic indicators 1 and 2 and the competition indicators according to para 4
p.002006: subpara 1 lit b and subpara 2 lit b and c and their weighting according to para 5,
p.002006: 3. Determination of the funding rates for the budget columns “teaching” as well as “research or AAA” according to para
p.002006: 6, as well as
p.002006: 4. assignment of the fields of education offered at the universities to the groups of disciplines.
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p.002006: (8) The total amount in accordance with paragraph 2 increases by that in the individual years of the respective
p.002006: Service agreement period incurred by the universities from the general increases in payments for the
p.002006: on the day before this federal law takes full effect at federal level, existing federal personnel, insofar as it is
p.002006: during this period in an employment relationship with the university or in a federal employment relationship, in a
p.002006: special legal relationship under public law as a researcher (artistic) or as
p.002006: scientific (artistic) employee (in training) (§ 132) and assigned to the university
p.002006: is. The increase must not exceed the percentage by which the estimated personnel expenses
p.002006: of the federal government have risen compared to the federal budget for the previous calendar year.
p.002006: (8) The total amount shall, in accordance with the arrangements set out in para 2, be increased by that of
p.002006: the universities ’expenditure incurred as a result of general salary increases payable in individual years of
p.002006: the current performance agreement period to federal employees present at universities on the day before the entry of
p.002006: this Act into full effect, insofar as such staff are during the periods in question employed by
p.002006: universities or under public law, or assigned to universities under special contracts as academic (artistic) staff or
p.002006: as junior academic (artistic) staff (§ 132). Such increases may not exceed the percentage by which the Federal
p.002006: Government's budgeted personnel expenses exceed the budgeted expenses for the previous calendar year.
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p.002006: corresponds to 21.
p.002006: a) For each person (full-time equivalent) to be employed in selected job groups as stipulated in the
p.002006: performance agreement, the university shall receive a “financing rate research or advancement and appreciation of the
p.002006: arts ”by group of disciplines.
p.002006: b) In addition, they shall receive an amount allocated to universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to
p.002006: 15 (“scientific universities”) as well as to universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21
p.002006: (“Artistic universities”) which is calculated based on at least one competition indicator. Each university
p.002006: according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15 shall receive a proportion of this amount corresponding to its share
p.002006: of the indicator value of all universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to
p.002006: 15. Each university according to § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall receive a proportion of this amount corresponding
p.002006: to its share of the indicator value of all universities according to § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21.
p.002006: 3. Partial amount for infrastructure and strategic development: 3. Component for
p.002006: “Infrastructure and strategic development”:
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p.002006: The partial amount includes the amounts for the buildings used by the universities, for the clinical
p.002006: Additional expenses according to § 55 Z 2 KAKuG (medical universities) as well as an amount for strategic measures
p.002006: for teaching, research or development and development of the arts as well as for other measures. This
p.002006: The partial amount also serves as economic security for the university, taking into account the
p.002006: current developments in the university area, the higher education policy priorities and the
p.002006: necessary structural changes. Each university receives the share of it
p.002006: Subject to the objectively justified need.
p.002006: (3) The amount of the global budget as well as the amount of the partial amounts will be with the exception of the amounts that
p.002006: Due to the competitive indicators being awarded in advance for the three year old
p.002006: Service agreement period set. The amount of those amounts due to the competitive
p.002006: Indicators are awarded, is determined annually and divided among the individual universities. A
p.002006: Any reduction in a university's global budget is in the first year of the three-year period
p.002006: Performance agreement period at most 2%, in the second year at most 4% and in the third year at most 6% one
p.002006: Third of the global budget set for the previous three-year period.
p.002006: (4) To ensure the implementation of the measures relating to the social dimension in teaching and to
p.002006: Inclusion of underrepresented groups in higher education in accordance with Section 13 (2) 1 lit. g can do that
p.002006: Federal minister withheld up to 0.5% of the global budget. The retained one
p.002006: Amount will be provided upon proof of implementation of the measures agreed in the service agreement
p.002006: paid out.
p.002006: The component consists of the amounts allocated for covering the costs of the buildings used by the
p.002006: universities, the clinical overheads according to § 55 para 2 KAKuG (Medical Universities) as well as an amount
p.002006: for strategic measures regarding teaching, research or the advancement and appreciation of the arts and
p.002006: other measures. This component also serves as an economic security for the universities in consideration of
p.002006: the current developments in the university sector, the focus areas in higher education policy and the necessary
p.002006: structural changes. Each university also receives the proportion attributable to them on the basis of objectively
p.002006: justified requirements.
p.002006: (3) With the exception of those amounts allocated on the basis of competition indicators, the amount of the global
p.002006: budget as well as that of the components are determined in advance for the three-year performance agreement
p.002006: period. Those amounts allocated on the basis of competition indicators shall be calculated on a yearly basis and
p.002006: allocated to each of the universities. Any reduction in the global budget of a university may not exceed 2% of a third
p.002006: of the global budget determined for the preceding three-year period in the first year of the three-year performance
p.002006: agreement period, 4% in the second year and 6% in the third year.
p.002006: (4) In order to ensure that the measures aiming to promote the social dimension in teaching and to include
p.002006: underrepresented groups in higher education according to
p.002006: § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g are realized, the Federal Minister may retain up to 0.5% of the global budget. The
p.002006: retained amount shall be paid if evidence of the implementation of the measures agreed upon in the performance
p.002006: agreement can be given.
p.002006: All-Austrian university development plan Austrian National
p.002006: Development Plan for Public Universities
p.002006: § 12b. (1) Development planning for the public university system is a task carried out by the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister and the universities have overall federal responsibility
p.002006: is perceived together. The whole of Austria serves here
p.002006: University development plan as a planning tool for the development of a nationally coordinated and
p.002006: regionally balanced range of services, one that is adequate for the Austrian science system and
p.002006: balanced range of subjects, the control of courses or demand, the utilization of the
p.002006: Capacities as well as research. At all stages of the development process, the interests of
p.002006: Universities, in particular the university's own development plans, are taken into account ("countercurrent principle").
p.002006: § 12b. (1) Development planning for the public university sector is a task which is performed jointly by the Federal
p.002006: Minister and the universities within the overall responsibility of the Federal Government. The Austrian National
p.002006: Development Plan for Public Universities serves as a planning instrument for the development of a
p.002006: nationwide coordinated and regionally balanced range of services, a balanced subject diversity which is adequate for
p.002006: the Austrian research system, furthermore for the management of the range of and demand for study programs,
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p.002006: objectives derived out of it. It shall also state which human resources development measures and incentives are
p.002006: required in order to attain the objectives, and what contributions the university’s members are to make. ace
p.002006: part of human resource development, measures for improving the compatibility of child care and an academic career shall
p.002006: be taken into consideration
p.002006: b) Research, development and development of the arts: b) research, and the
p.002006: advancement and appreciation of the arts:
p.002006: The university has in particular the planned and the continuing ones
p.002006: Research projects and research programs as well as the projects for the development and development of the arts
p.002006: The university shall, in particular, make known its planned research projects and programs, and those to be
p.002006: continued during the period in question, as well as its projects for the advancement and appreciation of
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p.002006: announce. Furthermore, the minimum basic research service / basic service to be provided
p.002006: in the development and development of the arts in the individual subject groups based on the number of
p.002006: Full-time equivalents of personnel in selected uses by subject groups per calendar year
p.002006: set.
p.002006: the arts. Furthermore, the minimum basic research performance / basic performance in the advancement and
p.002006: appreciation of the arts in each group of disciplines shall be determined based on the number of full-time
p.002006: equivalents of staff in selected job groups by group of disciplines per calendar year.
p.002006: c) Studies and further education: c)
p.002006: study programs and continuing education:
p.002006: The information on the course of study and further training activities are provided by corresponding statistics on the
p.002006: quantitative development in these areas and by means of the results of the evaluation of
p.002006: Document course assessments after studies. On this basis, the projects in the study and
p.002006: To designate further education area and to define any changes in the teaching and learning organization with which
p.002006: the desired qualification profiles of the students and researchers should be met.
p.002006: Furthermore, the number of study places available in the individual subject groups is at least for
p.002006: regular bachelor, master and diploma studies per academic year as well as the number of study places for
p.002006: Determine first-year students for bachelor and diploma studies in accordance with § 71b per academic year.
p.002006: d) Measures to reduce the number of dropouts:
p.002006: The university has to carry out surveys on the causes of dropouts and
p.002006: Announce activities to improve graduation rates. The university also has measures
p.002006: for expanding student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the introductory and orientation phase
p.002006: and to develop support services for students with children.
p.002006: The information on programs and continuing education activities shall be supported by appropriate statistics
p.002006: relating to quantitative trends in these areas and by the results of analysis of student course evaluations, broken
p.002006: down by programs. The university shall set out its plans for its degree and continuing education programs, and
p.002006: shall specify any changes in the organization of teaching and study aimed at aligning it to the desired
p.002006: qualification profiles of students and research staff. Furthermore, the minimum number of study
p.002006: places to be offered for bachelor's, master's and diploma degree programs per academic year in each group of
p.002006: disciplines as well as the number of study places for first-year students in bachelor's and diploma programs
p.002006: according to § 71b per academic year shall be determined.
p.002006: d) measures to reduce the number of students dropping out:
p.002006: The university shall examine the reasons for drop-outs and shall announce measures aimed at
p.002006: increasing the proportion of those graduating. Furthermore, the university shall devise measures
p.002006: for extended student counseling, for coaching and mentoring in the orientation period as well as
p.002006: for a greater availability of child care facilities for students with children.
p.002006: e) Improvement of childcare relationships: e)
p.002006: improvement of student-teacher ratios:
p.002006: It is particularly taking into account the needs of each scientific or
p.002006: artistic subject to strive to improve the care ratio with the aim
p.002006: to achieve international standards in student support.
p.002006: Taking in particular the requirements of the respective academic or artistic subject into account, an
p.002006: improvement in the student-teacher ratio shall be aimed at, with a view to student-teacher ratios that are common by
p.002006: international standards.
p.002006: f) Offers for working students: f)
p.002006: offerings for working students:
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p.002006: In any case, this includes the creation of part-time courses and of
p.002006: Part-time study programs also taking blended learning into account.
p.002006: This includes the creation of part-time study programs, which should also include blended learning.
p.002006: g) social objectives: g)
p.002006: social goals:
p.002006: The university has to formulate its contribution to the development of society. In any case, this includes measures for
p.002006: better social permeability, to increase the proportion of women in managerial positions
p.002006: University and for the targeted promotion of young researchers, the expansion of social
p.002006: relevant areas of art, culture and research as well as knowledge and technology transfer. Furthermore has
p.002006: the university takes measures on the social dimension in teaching and on the inclusion of
p.002006: developing underrepresented groups in higher education.
p.002006: The university shall formulate its contribution to social progress. This includes measures to improve social
p.002006: permeability, to increase the proportion of women in leadership positions at universities, the
p.002006: promotion of female junior researchers in a targeted manner, the advancement of socially relevant areas of
p.002006: art, culture and research, and knowledge and technology transfers. Furthermore, the university shall develop
p.002006: measures aiming to promote the social dimension in teaching and to include underrepresented groups in higher education.
p.002006: h) Increasing internationality and mobility: h) increase
p.002006: in internationality and mobility:
p.002006: Activities and projects in this area relate in particular to multi-year projects
p.002006: international cooperation with universities, other research institutions and institutions from the
p.002006: Art and culture area, on joint study and exchange programs for students, for the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff as well as increasing the proportion of foreign
p.002006: Students and postgraduates.
p.002006: i) inter-university cooperation and cooperation with other post-secondary educational institutions:
p.002006: The university has in particular its activities for the common use of
p.002006: Organizational units and services with other post-secondary educational institutions
p.002006: determine. There is information about the areas, scope and impact of the collaborations
p.002006: deliver.
p.002006: Activities and projects in this area relate, in particular, to multi-year international co-operation
p.002006: agreements with other universities, research institutions and artistic or cultural institutions, to joint
p.002006: programs and exchange programs for students as well as for the scientific and artistic staff, and to an increase in
p.002006: the proportion of foreign undergraduates and postgraduates in the student body.
p.002006: i) inter-university co-operation and co-operation with other post-secondary educational institutions: In that, the
p.002006: university shall give an account of its efforts to promote the common use of organizational units and services with
p.002006: other post-secondary educational institutions. This shall include information on the areas, extent and effects of
p.002006: the co-operation with other Austrian universities.
p.002006: j) Definition of indicators:
p.002006: j) establishment of indicators:
p.002006: Indicators are to be defined on the basis of which the achievement of certain performance agreement goals
p.002006: can be measured; the relevant indicators are to be included in the university's knowledge base.
p.002006: k) in relation to studies for teaching at schools or professional activities in elementary education
p.002006: Educational institutions: The basis of the performance agreement is a positive one for newly established studies
p.002006: Indicators shall be established which serve to measure the attainment of particular objectives of the performance
p.002006: agreement; the indicators chosen shall be included in the intellectual capital report of the the university.
p.002006: k) for teacher training programs for schools or elementary educational institutions: Performance agreements for newly
p.002006: established programs shall be subject to approval by the Quality Assurance Council for Teacher Training.
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p.002006: Statement of the Quality Assurance Council for Pedagogue Education.
p.002006: 2. The federal government's obligation to pay: Allocation of the global budget broken down into the partial amounts according to
p.002006: Section 12a (2) lines 1 to 3 with the exception of those amounts that are due to the competitive
p.002006: Indicators are assigned. The latter are for the respective service agreement period
p.002006: Estimated, the final amounts are allocated annually in retrospect;
p.002006: 2. undertakings made by the federal government: allocation of the global budget, broken down into the
p.002006: components according to § 12a para 2 subparas 1 to 3, with the exception of those amounts allocated on the basis of
p.002006: competition indicators. The latter are pre-estimated for the respective performance agreement period. On
p.002006: ex-post allocation of the final amounts shall take place every year;
p.002006: 3. Content, extent and scope of the goals and time of goal achievement; 3. content, extent and scope of
p.002006: the objectives and the timing of goal attainment;
p.002006: (Note: Z 4 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) 4.
p.002006: [Removed]
p.002006: 5. Measures in the event of non-performance of the performance agreement; 5. measures in the case of
p.002006: non-fulfillment of the performance agreement;
p.002006: 6. Reporting and accountability. 6. reporting
p.002006: and accounting.
p.002006: (3) The service agreement can be used in the event of serious changes to the underlying
p.002006: Framework conditions as well as for special financing requirements, e.g. for certain projects for
p.002006: Creation or support of a national higher education area to be amended by mutual agreement. It comes
p.002006: the arbitration committee (§ 13a) can be called for no amendment.
p.002006: If there is a serious change in the underlying framework, the
p.002006: Arbitration committee to apply a modified performance agreement under the appropriate application of paragraph 8
p.002006: adopted.
p.002006: (3) The performance agreement may be amended in the case of significant changes in the circumstances on
p.002006: which they are based, or for specific financial requirements, e.g. for certain projects for creating or
p.002006: supporting of a national higher education area. In case that amendments cannot be made by mutual agreement, the
p.002006: arbitration commission (§ 13a) may be invoked. In the case of significant changes in the circumstances on which a
p.002006: performance agreement is based, the arbitration committee shall enact an amended agreement, applying para 8 by
p.002006: analogy.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 4 repealed Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) (4) [removed]
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 5 of Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) (5) [removed]
p.002006: (6) The Rectorate has until April 30 each year a knowledge balance sheet of the past
p.002006: Submit calendar year. The university council has to approve the knowledge balance within four weeks
p.002006: to be forwarded to the Federal Minister. If no approval is received by this time,
p.002006: the knowledge balance sheet must nevertheless be forwarded with a corresponding statement. In the knowledge balance
p.002006: are at least to be shown separately:
p.002006: 1. the sphere of activity, social objectives as well as self-defined goals and strategies;
p.002006: 2. intellectual property, differentiated into human, structural and relationship capital;
p.002006: (6) The rectorate shall submit by 30 April of each year an intellectual capital report for the past calendar year to
p.002006: the university council. The university council shall approve the intellectual capital report within four weeks and
p.002006: shall forward it to the Federal Minister. In the absence of such approval within the appointed period, the intellectual
p.002006: capital report shall nevertheless be forwarded together with an explanatory statement. The
p.002006: intellectual capital report shall, as a minimum, present in itemized form:
p.002006: 1. the sphere of action, social goals and self-imposed objectives and strategies;
p.002006: 2. its intellectual capital, broken down into human, structural and relationship capital;
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p.002006: 3. the performance processes defined in the performance agreement with their output sizes and effects.
p.002006: The knowledge balance sheet has to contain a report section, which is based on the performance agreement
p.002006: create is. After the second budget year there is also a forecast of the expected performance results
p.002006: take. The Federal Minister has guidelines for the structure and the
p.002006: Design of the intellectual capital statement including that of the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and
p.002006: Research data clearing process to be carried out.
p.002006: (7) In the third year of a performance period, the university has the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Ministers to submit a draft for the next performance agreement by April 30. The
p.002006: The Federal Minister has until August 31 to comment on this. Negotiations on the
p.002006: Service agreements must be concluded by December 31.
p.002006: (8) If a performance agreement is not reached in time, the arbitration committee determines (§ 13a)
p.002006: Application by the Federal Minister or the university concerned within the framework of the provisions
p.002006: of this federal law, taking into account the mutual interests and on the basis of the previous one
p.002006: State of negotiation the content of the service agreement by notice. Until this becomes final
p.002006: The service agreement of the previous service period remains provisionally applicable. The
p.002006: The decision of the arbitration commission replaces the agreement to be made. He is the later
p.002006: a mutually agreed conclusion of a service agreement pursuant to Para. 1 and occurs with the
p.002006: No such agreement has been concluded.
p.002006: (9) The Federal Minister issues ex officio or at the request of the university that
p.002006: The contractual partner of a service agreement according to paragraph 1 is, by decision, the validity or any
p.002006: Invalid this performance agreement. This does not apply to those service agreements that are notified
p.002006: the arbitration commission. The university has party status in this process as well as that
p.002006: Right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the decision that completes the procedure.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister issues ex officio or upon request the decision from a
p.002006: Performance agreement according to paragraph 1 or paragraph 8 following obligations. The university has in this
p.002006: 3. the performance processes set out in the performance agreement, including their outputs and impacts.
p.002006: The intellectual capital report shall contain a report section, which shall be based on the performance agreement.
p.002006: After the second budget year, it shall also contain a forecast of the performance outcomes. The Federal
p.002006: Minister shall, by decree, issue regulations for the structure and organization of intellectual capital reports
p.002006: including the data clearing process to be implemented by the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (7) The university shall submit a draft for the next performance agreements to the Federal Minister by April 30 of
p.002006: the third year of the term of the current performance agreement. The Federal Minister shall respond to
p.002006: this draft by August 31. Negotiations on the performance agreement shall be concluded by December 31.
p.002006: (8) In case that a performance agreement is not concluded by the appointed date, the arbitration committee (§ 13a)
p.002006: shall, upon application of the Federal Minister or of the university concerned, subject to the provisions of this Act
p.002006: and having regard to the interests of both parties, determine the contents of the performance agreement by official
p.002006: notification on the basis of the position reached by the negotiations up to that point. Until such official
p.002006: notification enters into effect the performance agreement for the previous period shall remain in force on a
p.002006: provisional basis. The official notification of the arbitration committee shall apply instead of the agreement to be
p.002006: Concluded. It shall not preclude the subsequent conclusion by mutual consent of a performance agreement under para 1,
p.002006: and shall cease to have effect upon the conclusion of such agreement.
p.002006: (9) The Federal Minister shall, acting proprio motu or upon application of the university that is party to a
p.002006: performance agreement under para 1, determine the validity or invalidity of such performance agreement by official
p.002006: notification. This shall not apply to performance agreements created by official notification of the
p.002006: arbitration committee. The university shall be entitled to be a party to this procedure, and to appeal to the Federal
p.002006: Administrative Court against the official notification issued upon conclusion of the procedure.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister shall, by official notification, acting proprio motu or upon application, determine the
p.002006: duties arising from a performance agreement under paras 1 or 8. The university shall be entitled to be a party to this
p.002006: procedure and to
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p.002006: Proceedings as party and the right to object to the decision before the trial
p.002006: Administrative Court to file complaint.
p.002006: appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification issued upon conclusion of the procedure.
p.002006: conciliation Commission
p.002006: Arbitration Committee
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee is responsible for deciding on applications pursuant to Section 13 (8)
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee consists of a judge of the active status as chairman
p.002006: or chairman and four assessors. The chairperson and a deputy for
p.002006: the case of prevention is to be announced by the Federal Minister on the proposal of the President
p.002006: Appoint presidents of the Supreme Court for a term of five years. A
p.002006: Reappointment is permitted. In each individual case, the rectorate will approve two assessors in agreement with the
p.002006: University council of the participating university and of the Federal Minister upon request
p.002006: the chairperson is posted for the duration of the ongoing proceedings. The arbitration board is
p.002006: quorate when all members are present. It takes its decisions with a majority of votes; abstention
p.002006: is not permitted.
p.002006: (3) The assessors must have a corresponding job in scientific teaching and
p.002006: Research or university management, which is used for the professional assessment of questions of
p.002006: Management and funding of universities qualified. The members of the
p.002006: Arbitration commission may not work for the affairs of the universities
p.002006: responsible federal ministry and not members of the university according to § 94 of the participating university.
p.002006: You may not be members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the
p.002006: Federal Council or other general representative body and officials of a political party and
p.002006: Individuals who have performed any of these functions in the past four years. They must also
p.002006: Ensure independence and impartiality towards the parties to the process.
p.002006: (4) The Arbitration Commission has the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991
p.002006: apply, unless this federal law instructs otherwise. The arbitration commission are from the
p.002006: Parties all relevant information (personal data according to Art. 4 No. 1 of the Regulation (EU)
p.002006: 2016/679 for the protection of natural persons during processing
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee shall be established at the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research to
p.002006: hear applications according to § 13 para 8.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee shall consist of a serving judge as chairperson and four lay members. The Federal
p.002006: Minister shall appoint the chairperson and a deputy chairperson to serve in the case of the chairperson’s
p.002006: indisposition, for a term of five years on the recommendation of the President of the Supreme Court of Justice. Re-
p.002006: election is permissible. Two lay members shall be delegated by the rectorate in consultation with the
p.002006: university council of the university in question, and two by the Federal Minister on request of the chairperson,
p.002006: for the duration of the current proceeding. The arbitration committee shall require the presence of all members
p.002006: for a quorum. It shall resolve by a simple majority of the votes cast; abstention is prohibited.
p.002006: (3) The lay members must hold respective positions in academic teaching or research, or university management that
p.002006: qualify them to make informed judgments on university management and finance issues. The arbitrators may not be
p.002006: employees of the federal ministry in charge of higher education matters, and may not be members, in the
p.002006: meaning of § 94, of the university concerned. They may not be members of the federal or provincial governments,
p.002006: the National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular representative body, or officers of political parties or
p.002006: persons who have exercised such functions within the past four years. They must, further, be in a position to maintain
p.002006: independence and impartiality with regard to the parties to the proceeding.
p.002006: (4) The arbitration committee shall apply the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991 to the procedure, unless
p.002006: otherwise specified by this Act. The parties shall furnish the arbitration committee with all information (personal
p.002006: data according to Art 4 No 1 of the Regualtion (EU) 2016/679 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the
p.002006: processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and
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p.002006: personal data, the free movement of data and the repeal of Directive 95/46 / EC
p.002006: [General Data Protection Regulation], OJ. No.L 119 dated 04.05.2016 p. 1, [hereinafter: GDPR] and others
p.002006: Information). If necessary, it can also appoint suitable persons as experts
p.002006: use. For the rest, the rules of procedure of the Arbitration Commission are from the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Ministers to be regulated by ordinance after hearing the chairperson. Before issuing a notice
p.002006: the arbitration commission has to conclude or amicably amend one
p.002006: Service agreement to work within a four-week period from the application.
p.002006: (5) The Federal Minister has the chairperson or their deputy
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p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on
p.002006: reasonable grounds.
p.002006: (6) Every university shall publish a university gazette and provide public access to the same on its website. The
p.002006: university gazette shall, in particular, be used to publish:
p.002006: 1. statute, development plan and an organization plan including the assignments of personnel;
p.002006: 2. opening balance;
p.002006: 2. opening balance sheet;
p.002006: 3. Service agreement immediately after its conclusion, closing of accounts and
p.002006: Knowledge balance immediately after it has been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. performance agreement immediately upon its conclusion, financial statements and intellectual capital
p.002006: report immediately after they have been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 4. Regulations and rules of procedure of organs; 4. decrees enacted by,
p.002006: and rules of procedure of governing bodies;
p.002006: 5. guidelines of the management bodies; 5th
p.002006: directives issued by management bodies:
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 7. Academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for the
p.002006: Graduates of university courses;
p.002006: 8. communications to students and other statements of general interest;
p.002006: 7. academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for graduates of certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education;
p.002006: 8. announcements to students and other announcements of general interest;
p.002006: 9. Announcement and results of elections; 9th
p.002006: advertisements and results of elections;
p.002006: 10. Vacancies for positions and management positions; 10. advertisements
p.002006: of posts and management positions;
p.002006: 11. Members of the management bodies; 11th
p.002006: members of the management bodies;
p.002006: 12. Granting of teaching powers; 12th
p.002006: award of habilitation degrees (venia docendi);
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p.002006: 13. Authorizations and authorizations granted; 13th
p.002006: Authorizations;
p.002006: 14. Use of tuition fees; 14th
p.002006: application of tuition fees;
p.002006: 15. Remuneration for the members of the University Council. 15th
p.002006: remuneration for the members of the university council.
p.002006: (7) Persons without Austrian citizenship can - without prejudice to others regulated in this federal law
p.002006: Prerequisites - Take on organ functions within the framework of monocratic and collegial university organs.
p.002006: (7) Persons without Austrian citizenship may - irrespective of other requirements laid down
p.002006: hereunder - accept functions in monocratic and collegial university governing bodies.
p.002006: Gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies Gender-balanced
p.002006: Composition of Collegial Bodies
p.002006: Section 20a. (1) Section 20a applies to everyone in accordance with this Federal Act, as well as through the organizational plan and the articles of association
p.002006: University-established collegial bodies, unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: Examination boards are exempt from the application of this provision.
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p.002006: information, to submit all documents relating to matters specified by it, to undertake investigations required by it,
p.002006: and to initiate investigations in situ. This can, if need be, also include personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The university council shall consist of five, seven or nine members, who shall be past or present holders of
p.002006: responsible positions, especially in academic, cultural or business life, and whose exceptional knowledge and
p.002006: experience are such as to enable them to contribute to the attainment of the objectives and the fulfillment of the tasks
p.002006: of the university. Any change in the size of the university council shall be for resolution of the senate and shall
p.002006: require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the federal government, state secretaries, members of a provincial government, members of the
p.002006: National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular representative body, and officers of political parties or
p.002006: persons who have exercised such functions within the past four years or who were members of the rectorate at the
p.002006: respective university in the past four years shall be excluded from membership in the university council.
p.002006: (5) Members of the university council shall not be members of the university in the meaning of §§ 125, 132 and
p.002006: 133, employees of the university, members or substitute members of the arbitration board of the university,
p.002006: members of the highest university governing bodies of another university, or employees of the federal
p.002006: ministry in charge of higher education. Membership of more than one university council shall not be
p.002006: permissible. Business relations between a member of the university council and the university shall be subject
p.002006: to approval by the university council, which may only be given in the absence of a conflict of interest.
p.002006: The members shall report possible conflicts of interest immediately to the university council. A member of a
p.002006: university council shall not be in a relationship of authority or control with another member of the same university
p.002006: council.
p.002006: (6) The membership of the university council shall, pursuant to para 3, comprise five, seven or nine members, namely:
p.002006: 1. two, three or four members elected by the Senate; 1. two, three or four
p.002006: members elected by the senate;
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p.002006: 2. Two, three or four members approved by the Federal Government on the proposal of the
p.002006: Federal Minister may be appointed;
p.002006: 3. Another member who is appointed by consensus among the members named under Z 1 and 2.
p.002006: The Senate and the Federal Government have to appoint the same number of members, the appointment of the members according to Z 2
p.002006: must take place after the election of the members according to Z 1.
p.002006: 2. two, three or four members appointed by the Federal Government on the recommendation of the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. an additional member appointed by the members named in para 6 subparas 1 and 2 by mutual agreement.
p.002006: The senate and the Federal Government shall each appoint equal numbers of members.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 6a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) (6a) [removed]
p.002006: (7) If no consensual appointment of the
p.002006: further member in accordance with Paragraph 6 No. 3, the Federal Minister has a reasonable grace period
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p.002006: account the shortlist of the search committee within a maximum of four weeks upon receipt of the shortlist. If the
p.002006: senate does not comply with the shortlist of the search committee, an explanatory statement in writing for its
p.002006: decision shall be forwarded to the university council together with the shortlist of three candidates. regard
p.002006: shall be given to the principle of non-discrimination under the Federal Act on Equal Treatment in the
p.002006: Public Service when drawing up the shortlist of three candidates;
p.002006: 6. expressing an opinion on the rector’s recommendations with regard to the vice-rectors (number, extent of employment
p.002006: and shortlist);
p.002006: 7. participating in procedures for the dismissal of members of the university council, the rector or vice-rectors;
p.002006: 8. Participation in habilitation procedures; 8th.
p.002006: participating in procedures for the awarding habilitation degrees;
p.002006: 9. participation in appointment procedures; 9th
p.002006: participating in procedures for the appointment of professors;
p.002006: 10. Issuing and changing the curricula for studies (section 58) in accordance with sections 22 (1) 12 and 54d (2);
p.002006: 11. Definition of academic degrees and titles for the graduates of
p.002006: University courses;
p.002006: 12. Submission of expert opinions in the pre-decision procedure according to
p.002006: § 14 of the Administrative Court Procedure Act - VwGVG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 33/2013 for complaints in
p.002006: Student Affairs;
p.002006: 10. enacting and changing the curricula for study programs (§ 58) and certificate university programs
p.002006: for further education (§§ 56 and 57) according to § 22 para 1 subpara 12 and § 54d para 2;
p.002006: 11. prescription of the academic degrees and titles for graduates of certificate university programs for further
p.002006: education;
p.002006: 12. Preparing reports as part of the procedure for preliminary rulings on appeals pursuant to § 14 of the
p.002006: Administrative Court Act (VwGVG), F. L. G. I No 33/2013, for appeals in matters relating to studies;
p.002006: (Note: Z 13 repealed by Art. 5 Z 8, Federal Law Gazette I No. 129/2017) 13. [removed]
p.002006: 14. establishment of collegial bodies with and without decision-making authority (paras. 7 and 8);
p.002006: 14. appointing collegial bodies with or without decision-making power (paras 7 and 8);
p.002006: 15. Adoption of guidelines for the work of collegial bodies; 15. enacting directives
p.002006: on the activities of collegial bodies;
p.002006: 16. Approval of the implementation of decisions by those authorized to make decisions
p.002006: Collegial bodies;
p.002006: 16. approving the implementation of decisions by collegial bodies with decision-making power;
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p.002006: 17. Statement to the rectorate before the assignment of people to the individual organizational units by the
p.002006: Rector's Office;
p.002006: 17. opinions to the rectorate prior to the assignment by it of persons to given organizational units;
p.002006: 18. Establishment of a working group on equality issues; 18. establishing a
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities;
p.002006: 19. Nomination of a female and a male member for the arbitration commission.
p.002006: 19. nominating one female and one male member of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (Note: Z 20 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) 20. [removed]
p.002006: (2) The Senate consists of eighteen or twenty-six members. About a change in the size of the Senate
p.002006: the Senate decides with a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (3) The Senate includes representatives of the university professors
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p.002006: The accounts of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna must be shown separately.
p.002006: The organization of these units shall take account of their functions and their special importance.
p.002006: (2) The Art Gallery shall be established by a foundation. It shall assume the responsibilities under the § 46 of
p.002006: the Universities of the Arts Organization Act hitherto performed by the institution of the same name. It shall
p.002006: secure that selected objects from its collections are exhibited to the public by means of permanent and additional
p.002006: exhibitions.
p.002006: (3) The Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall assume the responsibilities of the institution of that name
p.002006: according to § 65 Universities of the Arts Organization Act. It shall exhibit selected objects from its collection to
p.002006: the public.
p.002006: (4) Appointments as the director of the Art Gallery or of the Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall
p.002006: be restricted to persons with relevant training and appropriate professional qualifications. The head of the
p.002006: Art Gallery shall bear the title of “Director”.
p.002006: (5) The Art Gallery and the Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall be separately presented in the
p.002006: performance agreement and financial statements of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: 7th subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 7
p.002006: University Sports Institute
p.002006: University Sports Centers
p.002006: § 40. (1) At the universities according to § 6 paragraph 1 Z 1, 2, 3, 7, 10, 14 and 15 are university sports institutes
p.002006: set up for students up to two semesters after graduation and staff
p.002006: Employees of universities, universities of teacher education, technical colleges and the
p.002006: Private universities of the university location are available for sporting activities and competitions
p.002006: stand.
p.002006: (2) The university sports institutes are in the performance agreement and in the closing of accounts, as well as in the
p.002006: Show the knowledge balance of the university concerned separately.
p.002006: § 40. (1) At the universities named according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1, 2, 3, 7, 10, 14 and 15 university sports
p.002006: centers shall be established which shall be open to students up to two semesters after graduation, staff of
p.002006: universities, university colleges of teacher education, universities of applied sciences and private universities for
p.002006: sporting activities and competitions.
p.002006: (2) The university sports centers shall be separately presented in the performance agreements, the
p.002006: financial statements and the intellectual capital report of the universities concerned.
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p.002006: (3) funds from the university sports institute from the voluntary university sports, as well
p.002006: The operation of university sports facilities are for the purposes of the university sports institute
p.002006: use.
p.002006: (4) Only a person with relevant training may be the head of a university sports institute
p.002006: and appropriate professional qualifications can be ordered.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate of a university with a university sports institute may issue guidelines for admission
p.002006: of other groups in the participants of the
p.002006: University sports institute of the university at normal market prices.
p.002006: (3) Funds accruing to a university sports center from voluntary university sporting activities and the
p.002006: operation of university sports facilities shall be employed for the purpose of the university sports center.
p.002006: (4) Appointments as the head of a university sports center shall be restricted to persons with relevant training and
p.002006: appropriate professional qualifications.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate of a university with a university sports center may adopt guidelines on the admission of
p.002006: other groups of persons to the circle of participants of the university sports center of the university at market
p.002006: rates.
p.002006: 8. Subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 8
p.002006: Special provisions for the University of Vienna Special Provisions for the
p.002006: University of Vienna
p.002006: Institute for Austrian History Research Austrian
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p.002006: (2) The tasks of the Institute for Austrian History Research include:
p.002006: its importance in the field of history especially planning and
p.002006: Implementation of research projects in the field of European history of the Middle Ages and modern times as well
p.002006: Austrian history with a focus on the historical auxiliary sciences, the source edition and
p.002006: Source indexing based on recognized international standards and their documentation and publication.
p.002006: (3) The head of the Institute for Austrian History Research may only
p.002006: a person with relevant training and a correspondingly high level of professional qualification can be appointed. The
p.002006: The head of the Institute for Austrian History Research bears the
p.002006: Functional title "Director".
p.002006: Section 40a. (1) At the University of Vienna, an organizational unit with the designation “Austrian Institute
p.002006: of Historical Research "shall be established. The organization of this unit shall take into account the duties in
p.002006: research and teaching and the particular position of the Austrian Institute of Historical Research in the
p.002006: context of historical research and archive management nationally and internationally.
p.002006: (2) In view of its significance in the field of historical research, the tasks of the Austrian Institute of Historical
p.002006: Research shall encompass in particular the planning and completion of research projects in the area of European
p.002006: medieval and modern history as well as Austrian history, with an emphasis on auxiliary sciences of history,
p.002006: primary-source editions, and locating and indexing sources on the basis of recognized international
p.002006: standards, and their documentation and publication.
p.002006: (3) Only a person with a relevant education and appropriate professional qualifications can be appointed as
p.002006: the head of the Austrian Institute of Historical Research. The head of the Austrian Institute of Historical
p.002006: Research shall be designated as “director”.
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p.002006: (4) The Institute for Austrian History Research is in the performance agreement and in the
p.002006: Separate financial statements of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: (4) The Austrian Institute of Historical Research shall be accounted for separately in the performance
p.002006: agreement and the accounts of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Equality between women and men Gender
p.002006: Equality
p.002006: Duty of Career
p.002006: Advancement for women
p.002006: § 41. All organs of the university have to work towards that in all university work areas
p.002006: balanced number ratio between women and men working at the university. Achievement
p.002006: This goal is achieved through appropriate measures, in particular through the enactment and implementation of a
p.002006: Women's promotion plan to strive for.
p.002006: § 41. All university bodies shall make efforts to achieve a balanced representation of men and
p.002006: women at work in all areas of university activities. Appropriate action shall be taken to attain this goal,
p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
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p.002006: with the requirement of including at least 50% women in electable positions according to
p.002006: § 20a para 4. The working group on equal opportunities shall decide within one week, whether the election
p.002006: proposal is in accordance with § 20a para 4. If the working group on equal opportunities decides that the
p.002006: election proposal does not include a sufficient number of women, it shall raise an objection against the
p.002006: inadequacy of the election proposal to the arbitration board. The objection shall not be raised when objective
p.002006: reasons exist. If the arbitration board decides that the objection was rightly raised, the election committee
p.002006: shall return the election proposal to the candidate group for improvement.
p.002006: (8e) The working group on equal opportunities shall report, without delay, to the Federal Minister, when it
p.002006: 1. raises an objection against the incorrect composition of a collegial body to the arbitration board under para 8a,
p.002006: 2. raises an objection against the incorrect composition of the university council under para 8b,
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p.002006: 3. a complaint about discrimination in connection with the election of the rector in accordance with Paragraph 8c or
p.002006: 3. lodges a complaint because of discrimination in connection with the election of the rector under para 8c or
p.002006: 4. an objection of the deficiency of the election proposal according to Paragraph 8d 4. raises an objection
p.002006: against the inadequacy of an election proposal under
p.002006: para 8d.
p.002006: rises.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister has the appropriate form on the homepage of the Federal Ministry for
p.002006: Education, science and research based on reports from university councils
p.002006: Presentation of the implementation of the gender-appropriate composition of collegial bodies in accordance with § 20a
p.002006: Publish universities.
p.002006: (9) If the Working Group on Equal Treatment issues a complaint to the Arbitration Commission, the enforcement of
p.002006: The decision of the university organ is inadmissible until the decision of the arbitration committee.
p.002006: (10) An annual activity report of the working group must be submitted to the University Council and the Rectorate.
p.002006: (11) The Rectorate has the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for the fulfillment of its tasks
p.002006: Human and material resources as well as the necessary rooms according to the budgetary possibilities
p.002006: To make available.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister shall publish a statement, based on the reports of the universities, on the implementation of
p.002006: the gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies according to § 20a at all universities on the website of the
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research in an appropriate format.
p.002006: (9) If the working group on equal opportunities lodges a complaint with the arbitration board, the entry into effect
p.002006: of the university governing body’s decision shall be impermissible until the arbitration board has ruled on the matter.
p.002006: (10) The working group shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the
p.002006: rectorate.
p.002006: (11) The rectorate shall, contingent upon budgetary considerations, allocate the required personnel and equipment as
p.002006: well as the necessary rooms to the working group on equal opportunities for the performance of its duties.
p.002006: arbitration Commission
p.002006: Arbitration board
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration committee must be set up at each university. Her duties include:
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration board shall be established at every university. Its duties shall include:
p.002006: 1. mediation in disputes by members of the university; 1. mediating in
p.002006: disputes between university members;
p.002006: 2. the decision on complaints from the working group for equality issues
p.002006: discrimination on the basis of sex or on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: Belief, age or sexual orientation by decision of a university organ;
p.002006: 3. Decision on defending the incorrect composition of the working group for
p.002006: Equality issues within four weeks;
p.002006: 4. Decision on defending the deficiency of the election proposal of the working group for
p.002006: Equal treatment issues within 14 days.
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p.002006: of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (7) The working group on equal opportunities and the university governing body concerned shall however have
p.002006: the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification concluding an arbitration
p.002006: procedure.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the rector during a pending arbitration procedure or in the face of a negative
p.002006: ruling of the arbitration board shall be null and void.
p.002006: (9) The arbitration board shall consist of six members, none of whom may be members of the university concerned. The
p.002006: senate, university council and working
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p.002006: female members are from the Senate, the University Council and the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for one
p.002006: Nominee term of office of two years. Two of the members must be legally qualified. from
p.002006: The Senate, the University Council and the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are each a female and a female
p.002006: to nominate a substitute male member.
p.002006: (10) The members of the Arbitration Commission are not required to issue any instructions or to perform this function
p.002006: Orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG).
p.002006: (11) The arbitration commission decides by simple majority. In the event of a tie, the vote gives the
p.002006: or the chairman's rash.
p.002006: (12) An annual activity report from the Arbitration Commission must be sent to the University Council and the Rectorate.
p.002006: group on equal opportunities shall each nominate one male and one female member of the commission for a term of office
p.002006: of two years. Two of the members must have legal education. The senate, the university council, and the working group
p.002006: on equal opportunities shall each nominate one woman and one man as substitute members.
p.002006: (10) The members of the arbitration board shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of their tasks (Art
p.002006: 81c Federal Constitutional Law).
p.002006: (11) The arbitration board shall reach its decisions by simple majority. In the case of a tie, the chairperson shall
p.002006: have the casting vote.
p.002006: (12) The arbitration board shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the rectorate.
p.002006: Application of the Federal Equal Treatment Act Application of the
p.002006: Federal Equal Opportunities Act
p.002006: § 44. All members of the university and applicants for admission to a university
p.002006: The B-GlBG is an employment relationship with the university or for admission as a student with the exception of the third and
p.002006: fourth section of the first main part of the second part and §§ 12 and 12a with the proviso that the
p.002006: University is regarded as a service and as a central office (Section 2 (1) and (2) B-GlBG) and it has the duty to perform
p.002006: Compensation in accordance with §§ 17 to 19b B-GlBG. The right to make a proposal for the
p.002006: The advancement plan for women (§ 11a Abs. 1 B-GlBG) is available to the working group for questions of equal treatment.
p.002006: § 44. The Federal Equal Opportunities Act shall apply to all members of a university as well as applicants
p.002006: for employment thereat or for admission as a student, with the exception of Sub-Chapters 3 and 4 of Chapter 1 of
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p.002006: as well as the extension studies.
p.002006: 3. Diploma studies are the ordinary studies that are both scientific and
p.002006: artistic vocational training and qualification for professional activities which the
p.002006: Require application of scientific and artistic knowledge and methods, as well as theirs
p.002006: Serve deepening and supplementation. These studies meet the requirements of Art. 11 lit. e of the directive
p.002006: 2005/36 / EG on the recognition of professional qualifications, OJ. L 255, 09/30/2005 p. 22, last changed
p.002006: through Directive 2013/55 / EU, OJ.
p.002006: § 51. (1) In the implementation of the study regulations, the universities shall act with public power.
p.002006: (2) In the meaning of this Act the following definitions shall apply:
p.002006: 1. “Recognized post-secondary educational institutions” mean educational institutions which offers study
p.002006: programs lasting for at least six semesters for which admission requires the general university entrance
p.002006: qualification in terms of the present Federal Act and which is accredited as a post-secondary educational institution
p.002006: according to the legal rules of the country in which it is domiciled.
p.002006: 2. “Degree programs” mean diploma, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs as well as extension
p.002006: program.
p.002006: 3. “Diploma programs” mean degree programs which provide pre-vocational scientific or artistic vocational
p.002006: education and qualify students for occupations requiring the application of scientific and artistic knowledge
p.002006: and methods, as well as deepening and extending such knowledge. These programs fulfill the requirements of
p.002006: Art 11 lit e of the directive 2005/36 / EC on the recognition of professional qualifications, OJ No L 255 of
p.002006: 30/09/2005 p. 22, last amended by directive 2013/55 / EU, OJ No L 354 of
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p.002006: L 354, 28.12.2013 p. 132, as amended by OJ L 305, 24.10.2014 p. 115.
p.002006: 4. Bachelor's degree is the ordinary degree, that of scientific and artistic professional training
p.002006: or vocational training and qualification for professional activities that serve the application
p.002006: require scientific and artistic knowledge and methods. These studies meet that
p.002006: Requirements of Art. 11 lit. d of Directive 2005/36 / EC. They are not divided into study sections.
p.002006: 5. Master's degrees are the ordinary degree programs that deepen and complement the scientific and
p.002006: serve as artistic training or vocational training based on bachelor’s programs. This
p.002006: Studies meet the requirements of Art. 11 lit. e of Directive 2005/36 / EC. You are not in study sections
p.002006: divided.
p.002006: 5a. Enlargement studies are regular studies that serve the purpose of those acquired in a regular course
p.002006: Competencies to expand additional competencies.
p.002006: 5b. a subject corresponds to a subject or a department at secondary schools.
p.002006: 5c. A specialization in secondary school teacher training (general education) is the
p.002006: Orientation towards a different subject from a secondary school subject in the curricula
p.002006: Subject to be described in which the student gains in-depth knowledge.
p.002006: 5d. corresponds to a coherent bundle of subjects in teacher training at secondary level (general education)
p.002006: more than two overlapping subjects.
p.002006: 6. The introductory and orientation phase is the offer of courses from the
p.002006: relevant diploma or bachelor’s degree, the information and the
p.002006: Orientation of first-year students serves.
p.002006: 7. Bachelor theses are the independent written or to be prepared in the Bachelor course
p.002006: artistic works to be written as part of courses.
p.002006: 8. Diploma and master's theses are the scientific papers in the diploma and master's programs, which the
p.002006: Evidence of the ability to serve, scientific topics independently, in terms of content and methodologically justifiable
p.002006: to edit.
p.002006: 28/12/2013 p. 132, as amended by the corrigendum in OJ No L 305 of 24/10/2014 p. 115th
p.002006: 4. “Bachelor's programs” mean degree programs which provide pre-vocational or vocational scientific or
p.002006: artistic education and qualify students for occupations requiring the application of scientific and artistic knowledge
p.002006: and methods. These programs fulfills the requirements of Art 11 lit d of the directive 2005/36 / EC. They are not divided
p.002006: into stages.
p.002006: 5. “Master's programs” mean degree programs which serve to deepen and extend pre-vocational or vocational
p.002006: scientific or artistic education, building on the basis provided by a bachelor's program. thesis
p.002006: programs fulfills the requirements of Art 11 lit d of the directive 2005/36 / EC. They are not divided
p.002006: into stages.
p.002006: 5a. “Extension programs” mean degree programs which serve the purpose of adding additional competences to those
p.002006: acquired in a degree programs.
p.002006: 5b. A subject corresponds to a teaching subject or a discipline at secondary schools.
p.002006: 5c. A specialization in the teacher training programs for secondary schools (general education) is the focus on a
p.002006: field - different than the secondary school subject -, to be further defined in the curricula, in which the student
p.002006: shall gain in-depth knowledge.
p.002006: 5d. A combination of related subjects in the teacher training program for secondary schools (general
p.002006: education) corresponds to more than two overlapping subjects.
p.002006: 6. “Study starting and orientation period” means the phase during which courses on subjects of particular
p.002006: significance for a given diploma or bachelor's programs are offered to provide first-year students with
p.002006: information and guidance.
p.002006: 7. “Bachelor’s papers” mean independently prepared papers forming part of bachelor’s programs which must be
p.002006: written or fulfilled artistically in connection with courses.
p.002006: 8. “Diploma and master’s theses” mean academic theses forming part of diploma and master’s programs
p.002006: which serve to demonstrate students ’ability to achieve adequate standards of content and methodology when
p.002006: independently addressing scientific topics.
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p.002006: 9. Artistic diploma and master theses are artistic works that serve to prove the ability,
p.002006: to work independently and scientifically based artistically with regard to the study objective of the course.
p.002006: 10. Bachelor degrees are the academic degrees that are awarded after the completion of the Bachelor degree. she
p.002006: read "Bachelor" with an addition to be specified in the curriculum, including an abbreviation
p.002006: is to be determined. Bachelor's degrees for the teaching profession conclude with the academic degree "Bachelor of Education"
p.002006: ("BEd").
p.002006: 11. Master degrees are the academic degrees awarded after the completion of the master's degree. They are
p.002006: "Master" with an addition to be specified in the curriculum, whereby an abbreviation must also be specified,
p.002006: or "Diplom-Ingenieurin / Diplom-Ingenieur", abbreviated
p.002006: "Dipl.-Ing." Or "DI"; for the completion of the human medical master’s degree, the master’s degree “Doctor
p.002006: medicinae universae ”, abbreviated“ Dr. med. univ. ”, for the completion of the dental master’s degree
p.002006: the master’s degree “Doctor medicinae dentalis”, abbreviated “Dr. med. dent. ", and for completing the
p.002006: Masters degree in pharmacy can be the academic degree "Magistra pharmaciae" or
p.002006: "Magister pharmaciae", abbreviated "Mag. pharm. ”. Master studies for the teaching profession
p.002006: graduate with the academic degree “Master of Education (“ MEd ”).
p.002006: 12. Doctoral studies are the ordinary studies that develop the ability to become self-employed
p.002006: scientific work as well as the education and promotion of young scientists on the basis
p.002006: of diploma and master studies. They are not divided into study sections.
p.002006: 12a. Artistic doctoral studies are the ordinary studies that develop the skills
p.002006: for independent artistic work as well as the training and promotion of artistic
p.002006: Serve young people on the basis of artistic diploma and master's programs. You make one
p.002006: artistic qualifications that go beyond an artistic diploma or master’s degree and strive
p.002006: an artistically in-depth examination of artistic questions.
p.002006: In addition to the development of the artistic dissertation according to Z 13a include artistic
p.002006: 9. “Artistic diploma and master degree submissions” mean works of art which serve to demonstrate students ’ability to
p.002006: work independently towards the goal of their study, and to perform artistic work on a sound academic basis.
p.002006: 10. “Bachelor’s degrees” mean the academic degrees awarded on successful completion of a bachelor’s program.
p.002006: The title is “Bachelor”, followed by a supplement designated by the curriculum, together with an abbreviation.
p.002006: Bachelor's programs for teacher training end up with the academic degree “Bachelor of Education” (“BEd”).
p.002006: 11. “Master's degrees” mean the degrees awarded on successful completion of a master's program. Their denomination is
p.002006: "Master ...", together with a supplement designated by the curriculum and a designated abbreviation or
p.002006: “Graduate engineer”, abbreviated as “Dipl.-Ing.” or “DI”; for the successful completion of the
p.002006: master's programs in human medicine the master's degree “Doctor medicinae universae”, abbreviated “Dr. med.
p.002006: univ. ”, can be awarded for the successful completion of the master's programs in dental medicine
p.002006: the master's degree “Doctor medicinae dentalis”, abbreviated “Dr. med. dent. ”, can be awarded, and for the
p.002006: successful completion of the master's programs in pharmacology the master's degree “Magistra pharmaciae” or
p.002006: “Magister pharmaciae”, abbreviated “Mag. pharm. ”, can be awarded. Master's programs for teacher training
p.002006: end up with the academic degree “Master of Education” (“MEd”).
p.002006: 12. “Doctoral programs” mean degree programs which develop students ’ability to undertake independent scientific
p.002006: work, and promote the training and career promotion of junior academic staff, building on the basis provided
p.002006: by diploma and master's programs. They are not divided into stages.
p.002006: 12a. “Artistic doctoral programs” mean degree programs which develop students ’ability to undertake
p.002006: independent artistic work and further the training of junior artistic staff, building on the basis provided by
p.002006: diploma and master's programs. They provide an artistic qualification beyond the artistic diploma and master's
p.002006: programs and are aimed at the in-depth study of artistic questions. In addition to the preparation of the artistic
p.002006: doctoral thesis according to (13a), artistic doctoral programs shall include accompanying courses with
p.002006: an artistic, scientific-artistic and scientific focus. Artistic doctoral programs are not divided into stages.
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p.002006: Courses accompanying artistic courses, artistic, scientific-artistic and
p.002006: scientific focus. Artistic doctoral studies are not divided into study sections.
p.002006: 13. Dissertations are the scientific papers that are different from the diploma and master theses
p.002006: serve as evidence of the ability to deal independently with scientific questions.
p.002006: 13a. Artistic dissertations include testing of artistic methods and
p.002006: Techniques the development of an artistic, original, concrete research project that leads to a
p.002006: independent and autonomously developed artistic work.
p.002006: 14. Doctoral degrees are the academic degrees that are awarded after completion of the doctoral studies. They are
p.002006: "Doctor" or "Doctor", abbreviated "Dr.", with an addition to be specified in the curriculum, or
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p.002006: Beginning of studies, people with an alternative university entrance as well as people retired or retired.
p.002006: 14f. Supervision is a measure derived from the ratio of students to teaching staff
p.002006: for the reasonable use of scientific and artistic staff through teaching. The
p.002006: 13. “Doctoral theses” mean academic theses which, unlike diploma and master’s theses, serve to
p.002006: demonstrate students ’ability to master scientific topics independently.
p.002006: 13a. Drawing on artistic methods and techniques, artistic doctoral theses shall include the development of an
p.002006: artistic, original, concrete research project that results in an independently and autonomously produced
p.002006: artistic creation.
p.002006: 14. “Doctoral degrees” mean the degrees awarded on successful completion of a doctoral program. Their
p.002006: denomination is "Doctor", abbreviated as "Dr.", followed by a supplement designated by the curriculum, or "Doctor
p.002006: of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”.
p.002006: 14a. “Applicants” mean those persons who apply for admission to a particular study program at a university.
p.002006: 14b. “First-year students” mean those applicants who have been admitted to a program after, where applicable,
p.002006: successfully completing an admission or selection procedure.
p.002006: 14c. “Students” mean persons admitted by the rectorate to study at a university according to the provisions of this
p.002006: act.
p.002006: 14d. “Study places for first-year students” mean those study places that shall be offered by all universities in
p.002006: Austria or by one university, respectively, for first-year students in each academic year and field of
p.002006: education or study programs, respectively.
p.002006: 14e. “Non-traditional applicants” refers to: applicants with disabilities, working persons, persons with care
p.002006: responsibilities, persons who have delayed the beginning of their studies, persons who have chosen an alternative route
p.002006: to university, and retired persons.
p.002006: 14f. The “reference value for the student-teacher ratio” is a scale which is derived from figures on the reasonable use
p.002006: of scientific and artistic staff for teaching and is determined by decree according to § 71d para 1.
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p.002006: The guideline value is defined in the regulation in accordance with § 71d (1).
p.002006: 14g. The field of study basically corresponds to the "detailed field" criterion of the ISCED Fields of Education
p.002006: and Training 2013 by UNESCO. Fields of study in the sense of capacity-oriented, student-related
p.002006: University funding are subject-specific assignments of studies according to the ISCED Fields of Education and Training 1999.
p.002006: 15. Ordinary students are the students who are admitted to the regular studies.
p.002006: 16. General university entrance qualification is the level of education that gives a person the ability and the right
p.002006: mediates, if any additional study-specific requirements are met
p.002006: to be admitted to a regular university course.
p.002006: 17. Special university entrance qualification is the fulfillment of additional study-specific ones
p.002006: Requirements for admission to a certain regular degree.
p.002006: 18. Supplementary exams are the exams for attaining general or special university entrance qualifications or for the
p.002006: Proof of knowledge of the German language.
p.002006: 19. Admission examinations are the examinations which, taking into account the educational opportunities, the proof of
p.002006: artistic aptitude for artistic studies and for teacher training in these subjects or for proof
p.002006: serve the sporting suitability for sports science studies and for the teacher training studies in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. Extraordinary studies are the university courses and attendance of individual courses
p.002006: scientific subjects and studies to establish equivalence in accordance with Section 90 (4).
p.002006: 21. University courses serve for further education. The establishment of
p.002006: University courses to prepare for an artistic bachelor's or diploma course are permitted.
p.002006: 22. Extraordinary students are the students admitted to the extraordinary studies
p.002006: are.
p.002006: 23. Master degrees in university courses are those internationally used master degrees that
p.002006: for the graduates
p.002006: 14g. “Field of education” basically corresponds to the UNESCO ISCED Fields of Education and Training 2013
p.002006: criterion “detailed field”. Fields of education in the context of the capacity-oriented, student-based funding of
p.002006: universities mean the bundling of programs according to the ISCED Fields of Education and Training 1999.
p.002006: 15. “Degree students” mean students admitted to degree programs.
p.002006: 16. “General university entrance qualification” means a qualification providing evidence that a person has reached
p.002006: a level of educational attainment conferring the ability and the right to be admitted to a degree program at a
p.002006: university, subject to the fulfillment of any additional subject-specific requirements.
p.002006: 17. “Special university entrance qualification” means a qualification fulfilling additional, subject-specific
p.002006: requirements for admission to a given degree program.
p.002006: 18. “Supplementary examinations” mean examinations for obtaining the general or the special university entrance
p.002006: qualification, or examinations required to demonstrate proficiency in the German language or physical-motor aptitude.
p.002006: 19. “Admission examinations” mean examinations which, taking the sitter’s previous educational opportunities
p.002006: into account, serve to demonstrate artistic aptitude for art and the teacher training programs in these subjects,
p.002006: or sportive aptitude for studies in sports sciences and the teacher training programs in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. “Non-degree programs” mean certificate university programs for further education and individual
p.002006: courses in scientific subjects as well as studies for establishing the equivalency in the meaning of § 90 para 4.
p.002006: 21. “Certificate university programs for further education” mean courses providing further and continuing
p.002006: education. The establishment of certificate university programs for further education to prepare
p.002006: students for bachelor's or diploma programs in the fine and applied arts is permissible.
p.002006: 22. “Non-degree seeking students” mean students admitted to non-degree programs.
p.002006: 23. “Master degrees in continuing education” mean internationally used degrees awarded to students who
p.002006: successfully complete certificate university
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p.002006: of those university courses are determined, their admission requirements, scope
p.002006: and requirements with access conditions, scope and requirements corresponding
p.002006: foreign master’s courses are comparable.
p.002006: 24. Curriculum is the regulation with which the qualification profile, the content and structure of a degree and
p.002006: the examination regulations are to be laid down. More detailed provisions are to be made in the statutes.
p.002006: 25. Examination regulations are the part of the curriculum that defines the types of exams
p.002006: the examination method and further provisions for the examination procedure.
p.002006: 26. Common study programs are studies that are based on agreements between one
p.002006: or more universities, universities of teacher education, maintainers of technical college
p.002006: Degree programs, private universities or foreign recognized post-secondary educational institutions in
p.002006: in the form of a joint, double or multiple degree program.
p.002006: 27. Studies set up together are studies that are based on agreements between one
p.002006: or several Austrian universities, universities of teacher education, maintainers of
p.002006: Universities of applied sciences or private universities are carried out, with an identical curriculum
p.002006: is to be adopted.
p.002006: 28. Nostrification is the recognition of a foreign degree as
p.002006: Completion of a regular domestic degree.
p.002006: 29. Qualification profile is that part of the curriculum that describes which scientific, artistic
p.002006: and professional qualifications by completing the relevant degree
p.002006: purchase.
p.002006: 31. Plagiarism exists in any case when texts, content or ideas are adopted and as their own
p.002006: be issued. This includes in particular the appropriation and use of text passages,
p.002006: Theories, hypotheses, knowledge or data through direct, paraphrased or translated
p.002006: Acceptance without appropriate identification and citation of the source and the author.
p.002006: 32. In any case, there is a pretense of scientific or artistic achievement if someone is unauthorized
p.002006: Tools used or yourself
p.002006: programs for further education, the admission requirements, scope and standards of which are comparable
p.002006: with those of similar master's programs abroad.
p.002006: 24. “Curriculum” means the decree which sets out the qualification profile, contents and structure of a
p.002006: programs, and the examination regulations. The detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: 25. “Examination regulations” mean that part of the curriculum which sets out the nature and method of the
p.002006: examinations, and detailed provisions governing examination procedures.
p.002006: 26. “Joint study programs” mean study programs which are offered jointly on the basis of agreements between one or
p.002006: several universities, university colleges of teacher education, providers of university of applied sciences
p.002006: programs, private universities or foreign recognized post-secondary educational institutions in the form of a
p.002006: joint, double or multiple programs.
p.002006: 27. “Jointly offered study programs” mean study programs which are offered jointly on the basis
p.002006: of agreements between one or several universities, university colleges of teacher education, providers of
p.002006: university of applied sciences programs or private universities, in that an identical curriculum shall be enacted.
p.002006: 28. "Nostrification" means the recognition of a foreign degree as a domestic one.
p.002006: 29. A qualification profile is that part of the curriculum that describes which scientific and professional
p.002006: qualifications the students acquire in the course of the degree program.
p.002006: 31. An act of plagiarism is committed in any case, when text, content, or ideas are used and presented as one's
p.002006: own. This encompasses in particular the appropriation and use of text, theories, hypotheses, findings or
p.002006: data by directly quoting, paraphrasing or translating them without appropriate acknowledgment and reference to
p.002006: the source and the original author.
p.002006: 32. Academic or artistic dishonesty has been unquestionably committed when unauthorized aids have been used,
p.002006: unauthorized use has been made of
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p.002006: when writing a written work or taking an exam or when creating an artistic one
p.002006: Work is operated without permission by another person or when data and results are invented or falsified.
p.002006: another person in writing a scientific thesis, taking an examination or preparing an artistic submission, or
p.002006: data and results have been fabricated or falsified.
p.002006: Classification of the academic year
p.002006: Structure of the Academic Year
p.002006: Section 52. (1) The academic year begins on October 1 and ends on September 30 of the following year. It consists of the
p.002006: Winter semester and the summer semester, each including the lecture-free period. The Senate has
p.002006: more detailed provisions on the beginning and end of the semester and the lecture-free period
p.002006: To take time.
p.002006: (2) At the medical universities or at the universities where a medical faculty is established,
p.002006: the Senate can specify the start and end of the clinical practical year as part of the course of study
p.002006: Human medicine (section 35a), none during the duration of the clinical-practical year
p.002006: course-free time is possible.
p.002006: (3) At the medical universities, the Senate can provide more detailed provisions on the start
p.002006: and end of the dental-clinical internship as part of the study of dentistry (§ 35b)
p.002006: enacted, none during the duration of the dental-clinical internship
p.002006: course-free time is possible.
p.002006: § 52. (1) The academic year shall commence on 1 October and end on 30 September of the following year. It
p.002006: consists of the winter semester, the summer semester, each including the recess period. The senate shall enact detailed
p.002006: regulations on the commencement and end of semesters and the periods during which courses are not held.
p.002006: (2) At the medical universities or the universities at which a faculty of medicine has been established, the senate
p.002006: shall have the right to enact more detailed provisions regarding the beginning and the end of the clinical
p.002006: internship year as part of the program in human medicine (§ 35a), yet no period of recess is permissible in the
p.002006: course of the clinical internship year.
p.002006: (3) At the medical universities the senate shall have the right to enact more detailed provisions
p.002006: regarding the beginning and the end of the dental-clinical internship as part of the program in dentistry (§
p.002006: 35b), yet no period of recess is permissible in the course of the dental-clinical internship.
p.002006: Storage of university-specific data storage
p.002006: of University-Specific Data
p.002006: Section 53. The following exam dates in accordance with Section 3 (3) 9 of the Education Documentation Act
p.002006: must be kept in a suitable form for at least 80 years:
p.002006: 1. the designation of exams or the topic of the scientific or artistic work,
p.002006: § 53. The following examination data according to § 3 para 3 subpara 9 of the Education Documentation Act shall be
p.002006: preserved in a suitable form for at least 80 years.
p.002006: 1. the titles of examinations or the topics of scientific theses or artistic submissions,
p.002006: 2. the ECTS credit points awarded, 2. the number of
p.002006: ECTS credits awarded,
p.002006: 3. the assessment,
p.002006: 3. the grade,
p.002006: 4. the names of the examiners or assessors,
p.002006: 4. the names of the examiners or the assessors,
p.002006: 5. the date of the examination or assessment and 5. the date of the
p.002006: examination or the results, as well as
p.002006: 6. the name and matriculation number of the student. 6. the name and the
p.002006: matriculation number of the student.
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p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: Study Study
p.002006: program
p.002006: Neat studies
p.002006: Degree programs
p.002006: Section 54. (1) The universities are entitled to undertake diploma, bachelor, master, extension and doctoral studies
p.002006: to set up. The studies belong to one of the following groups:
p.002006: § 54. (1) Universities shall be entitled to offer diploma, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs as well
p.002006: as extension programs. In that, the study programs shall be assigned to one of the following groups:
p.002006: 1. Humanities and cultural studies; 1. Studies
p.002006: in Arts and Humanities;
p.002006: 2. engineering studies; Second
p.002006: Studies in Engineering Sciences;
p.002006: 3. Artistic studies;
p.002006: 3. Art studies;
p.002006: 4. Veterinary studies; 4th
p.002006: Studies in Veterinary Medicine;
p.002006: 5. Scientific studies; 5th
p.002006: Studies in Natural Science;
p.002006: 6. Legal studies; 6th
p.002006: Law studies;
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p.002006: programs, with an amount of 1,500 hours for one year of studies and 60 credits being assigned to this workload.
p.002006: (3) The workload associated with bachelor's programs shall amount to 180 ECTS credits, and that
p.002006: associated with master's programs to at least 120 ECTS credits. The workload associated with a bachelor's
p.002006: programs may, in exceptional cases, amount to up to 240 ECTS credits, if this is vital for guaranteeing employability
p.002006: and if the duration of the studies is comparable to that in other countries. As regards employability,
p.002006: an expert opinion based on internationally recognized scientific criteria shall be presented. In the studies of
p.002006: human and dental
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p.002006: expert opinion required. In human medicine and dental studies
p.002006: The workload for the Bachelor and Master degree can total 360 ECTS credits
p.002006: be. The professional qualification for the profession of doctor and dentist,
p.002006: for other health professions and for the profession of pharmacist
p.002006: exclusively according to the respective professional regulations, especially according to the directive 2005/36 / EG. The
p.002006: Workload for master's programs must amount to at least 60 ECTS credit points if this is in accordance with Section 64 (3)
p.002006: Undergraduate bachelor’s degree was 240 ECTS credits. For the bachelor’s degree for the
p.002006: Teaching the workload is 240 ECTS credits and there is no opinion on employability
p.002006: create. Master's programs for secondary school teaching (general education) and for teaching
p.002006: Secondary level (general education) for graduates of a teacher training course for primary level teaching
p.002006: must have at least 90 ECTS credits. Master's programs for secondary school teaching (general education)
p.002006: 120 ECTS credit points must be included in just one subject. The in the School Organization Act, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 242/1962, mentioned tasks of the types of school are to be considered accordingly.
p.002006: (4) The duration of doctoral studies is at least three years. The degree may be awarded as a “Doctor of
p.002006: Philosophy ”doctoral studies and awarded the academic degree“ Doctor of Philosophy ”, abbreviated to“ PhD ”
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (5) In secondary school teacher training (general education) a specialization can be used instead of a teaching subject
p.002006: to get voted. In any case, inclusive pedagogy is to be offered as a specialization.
p.002006: (6) Master’s courses for the teaching post of secondary education (general education) in only one subject may only be carried out as stipulated
p.002006: of the need for graduates can be set up for a limited period in this subject.
p.002006: (7) Studies may also be set up as joint studies (Section 54e) or as joint study programs (Section 54d)
p.002006: Tobe offered.
p.002006: (8) If the participating educational institutions decide to undertake a joint study program or a
p.002006: The participating educational institutions must take precautionary measures to no longer carry out jointly established studies
p.002006: meet that students completing their degree within a reasonable time, the
p.002006: in any case, the duration of the study plus two semesters is possible.
p.002006: medicine, the workload associated with the bachelor's programs and the master's program may amount to a
p.002006: total of 360 ECTS credits. The professional authorization of physicians and dentists, of other medical
p.002006: professions, and of pharmacists shall solely be governed by the respective vocational regulations, in
p.002006: particular directive 2005/36 / EC. The workload associated with master's programs shall amount to at least 60 ECTS
p.002006: credits, provided that the bachelor's program completed beforehand according to § 64 para 3 total to 240 ECTS
p.002006: credits. The workload associated with the bachelor's program for teacher training shall amount to 240 ECTS credits,
p.002006: and no expert opinion on employability shall be needed. The workload associated with master's programs for
p.002006: teacher training for secondary schools (general education) as well as for teacher training for secondary
p.002006: schools (general education) for graduates of a teacher training program for primary shall amount to at
p.002006: at least 90 ECTS credits. The workload associated with master's programs for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) in only one subject shall amount to 120 ECTS credits. The tasks for the types of schools named
p.002006: in the School Organization Act, F.L.G. No 242/1962, shall be taken into account adequately.
p.002006: (4) The duration of doctoral programs is at least three years. The programs may be designated as a “Doctor of
p.002006: Philosophy ”programs, and the academic degree of“ Doctor of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”, awarded for it.
p.002006: (5) In teacher training programs for secondary schools (general education) it is possible to select a specialization
p.002006: instead of a subject. Inclusive education shall in any case be offered as a specialization.
p.002006: (6) Master's programs for teacher training for secondary schools (general education) in only one subject may
p.002006: only be offered temporarily with regard to the need of graduates in this subject.
p.002006: (7) Study programs may be run as jointly offered study programs (§ 54e) or as joint study programs (§ 54d).
p.002006: (8) If the participating educational institutions decide to discontinue with the joint study program or a as jointly
p.002006: offered study programs, the participating educational institutions shall make arrangements, so that students of the
p.002006: respective programs have the possibility to complete their studies within a reasonable period, which shall at least
p.002006: comprise the duration of the studies plus two semesters.
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p.002006: (9) Offers of bachelor and master studies to become a teacher for elementary schools,
p.002006: Special schools, polytechnic schools, secondary schools, new middle schools or for the area of vocational training
p.002006: can only be established in the form of one with one (or more) universities of teacher education
p.002006: Offered and managed.
p.002006: (9) Bachelor's and master's programs that provide teacher training for elementary schools, special needs
p.002006: schools, polytechnical schools, secondary schools, “new middle schools” or for teaching in the area of vocational
p.002006: training may only be offered as joint programs together with one (or several) university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education.
p.002006: extension studies
p.002006: Extension programs
p.002006: Section 54a. (1) Admission to one and the notification of the continuation of an extension course sets the admission
p.002006: for a degree or a degree that has already been completed, the expansion of which it serves
p.002006: ahead. If the admission to the regular course of study, the expansion of which it serves, expires on the basis of Section 68 (1) no.
p.002006: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 or para. 2, the admission to the extension course also expires at the same time.
p.002006: The completion of the extension course means the completion of the regular course, its
p.002006: Extension it serves advance. Further details are to be regulated in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The workload for an extension course must amount to at least 30 ECTS credits. to
p.002006: A certificate is issued to document the completion of an extension course. With the completion of a
p.002006: There is no right to be awarded an academic degree in postgraduate studies.
p.002006: (3) The establishment of extension studies to expand a doctoral program is not permitted.
p.002006: Section 54a. (1) The admission to and registration for the continuation of an extension program requires the admission to
p.002006: or completion of a degree program to which it shall serve as an extension. If the admission to the degree program
p.002006: to which it shall serve as an extension expires on the basis of § 68 para 1 subparas 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 or para 2, the
p.002006: admission to the extension program also shall expire at the same time. The completion of the extension
p.002006: programs requires the completion of a degree programs to which it shall serve as an extension. Further details
p.002006: shall be regulated in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The workload associated with an extension program shall amount to at least 30 ECTS credits. For the purpose of
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p.002006: aligned to the workload for the subject, the specializations or the combination of related subjects.
p.002006: (2) The admission to and registration for the continuation of an extension program extending a
p.002006: bachelor's programs for teacher training requires the admission to or completion of at least an eight-semester
p.002006: teacher training programs.
p.002006: (3) In addition to the admission to an extension program extending a bachelor's program for teacher
p.002006: training according to para 2, the admission to and registration for the continuation of an extension program
p.002006: extending a master's program for teacher training requires the admission to or the completion of a
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p.002006: completed a master’s degree for the teaching profession or a diploma for the
p.002006: Teaching post at a university whose expansion it serves. There is no master's thesis to be written.
p.002006: (4) For extension studies to expand a teaching degree, deviating from sections 54a (1) and 58
p.002006: Paragraph 1 not to issue separate curricula, provided the content and requirements in the subject,
p.002006: the curriculum underlying the specialization or the coherent group of subjects
p.002006: are.
p.002006: Extension studies for graduates of six semester teacher training programs
p.002006: Section 54c. (1) Graduates of six-semester Bachelor's degrees for teaching as pedagogical
p.002006: Universities must complete an extension course before they are admitted to the master’s degree for teaching.
p.002006: This comprises 60 to 90 ECTS credit points, which are included in the curriculum for the Bachelor's degree for the
p.002006: Teaching qualifications or in a separate curriculum. In the secondary level
p.002006: (General education), the same subjects are to be selected as in the six-semester bachelor's program.
p.002006: (2) For extension studies for graduates of six-semester Bachelor programs
p.002006: at universities of teacher education, in deviation from sections 54a (1) and 58 (1), there are no separate ones
p.002006: Curricula, provided the content and requirements in the underlying curriculum of the bachelor’s degree
p.002006: the teaching position are marked.
p.002006: (3) Graduates of a six-semester teaching degree can do this
p.002006: Teacher training course deviating from Paragraph 1 by one or more subjects, specializations or coherent
p.002006: Expand subject bundle in accordance with Section 54b (2).
p.002006: master's programs for teacher training or the completion of a diploma programs for teacher training at a university
p.002006: to which it shall serve as an extension. It is not required to prepare a master's thesis.
p.002006: (4) Notwithstanding §§ 54a para 1 and 58 para 1, it is not necessary to enact a separate curriculum for extension
p.002006: programs extending a teacher training programs if the contents and requirements are marked in the
p.002006: curriculum on which the subject, the specialization or the combination of related subjects is based.
p.002006: Extension Programs for Graduates of Six-Semester Teacher Training Programs
p.002006: Section 54c. (1) Prior to their admission to a master's programs for teacher training, graduates of six-semester bachelor's
p.002006: programs for teacher training at university colleges of teacher education shall complete an extension programs
p.002006: amounting to 60 to 90 ECTS credits which shall be specified in the curriculum for the bachelor's program for teacher
p.002006: training or in a separate curriculum. For secondary school teaching (general education) the same subjects shall be
p.002006: chosen as in the six-semester bachelor's programs.
p.002006: (2) Notwithstanding Sections 54a para 1 and 58 para 1, it is not necessary to enact a separate curriculum for extension
p.002006: programs for graduates of a six-semester bachelor's programs at a university college of teacher education if
p.002006: the contents and requirements are marked in the curriculum on which the bachelor's program for teacher training is
p.002006: based.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding para 1, graduates of a six-semester teacher training program may extend this
p.002006: teacher training programs by adding one or more subjects, specializations or combinations of related
p.002006: subjects according to § 54b para 2.
p.002006: Joint study programs
p.002006: Joint study programs
p.002006: Section 54d. (1) In the case of joint study programs, the educational institutions involved have agreements on
p.002006: the implementation, in particular by determining the achievements that the students concerned make to the participants
p.002006: Educational institutions have to close.
p.002006: (2) In the event of an agreement in accordance with paragraph 1, the Senate within the meaning of § 25 paragraph 1 line 10 has a reasonable period
p.002006: to issue a corresponding curriculum.
p.002006: Section 54d. (1) In the case of joint study programs, the educational institutions concerned shall conclude agreements
p.002006: specifying the execution, in particular on the performance which the students shall be committed to at the educational
p.002006: institutions concerned.
p.002006: (2) Upon the existence of an agreement according to para 1, the senate shall enact a curriculum in the meaning of § 25
p.002006: para 1 subpara 10 in due time.
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p.002006: Close work and resource allocation.
p.002006: (2) In the responsible bodies of the Austrian post-secondary educational institutions involved
p.002006: The curriculum to be issued in the same way is the assignment of the subjects to the respective educational institution
p.002006: to make it clear.
p.002006: (3) In the by the rectorates of the participating universities and public teacher training colleges
p.002006: enacting regulations or by the responsible bodies of recognized private educationalists
p.002006: Universities, institutions for the implementation of universities of applied sciences and private universities
p.002006: Similar agreements that are published are regulations regarding the responsibilities for the execution of the
p.002006: stipulate study law provisions. Furthermore, it must be determined which study law
p.002006: Statutes of which participating educational institutions apply.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a jointly established course of study is only permitted at one of the participating educational institutions
p.002006: at the choice of the student. The rectorates of the participating universities and
p.002006: public universities of teacher education can be issued by ordinances or
p.002006: the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions
p.002006: to carry out university of applied sciences courses and private universities can through
p.002006: Publishing agreements of the same name determine the educational institution that grants admission
p.002006: has to perform. With the admission, the student is also relatives or relatives of all on
p.002006: jointly established study institutions involved.
p.002006: (5) The admitting educational institution has to carry out the continuation reports that the study
p.002006: relevant confirmations, certificates and evidence as well as the final certificates
p.002006: issue and award the intended academic degree or academic title
p.002006: as well as the annex to the diploma.
p.002006: (6) In the case of participation by universities of applied sciences or private universities in a jointly established one
p.002006: Study find the study law
p.002006: Section 54e. (1) In the case of jointly offered study programs, the participating Austrian post-secondary
p.002006: educational institutions shall conclude agreements, in particular on the implementation as well as the
p.002006: distribution of the tasks and the resources.
p.002006: (2) The curriculum to be enacted identically by the competent bodies of the participating Austrian post-secondary
p.002006: educational institutions shall indicate the division of subjects among the educational institutions.
p.002006: (3) The decrees to be enacted identically by the rectorates of the participating universities and public university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education or the agreements to be published identically by the competent bodies of recognized
p.002006: private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences
p.002006: programs, and private universities, respectively, shall contain provisions on the competences for the implementation
p.002006: of the provisions of study law. Furthermore, it shall be stated which provisions of study law in the statutes of which
p.002006: participating educational institution shall apply.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a jointly offered study program may be granted only at one of the participating educational
p.002006: institutions to be chosen by the student. The rectorates of the participating universities and public university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education may, by decrees to be enacted identically, or the competent bodies of
p.002006: recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied
p.002006: sciences programs, and private universities may, by agreements to be published identically, indicate the
p.002006: educational institution which shall implement the admission. By the admission, the student shall become a member of
p.002006: all educational institutions participating in the jointly offered study program.
p.002006: (5) The institution which has admitted the student shall implement the registration for the continuation of
p.002006: studies, issue the confirmations, certifications and pieces of evidence regarding the studies and the final
p.002006: certificates, award the prescribed academic degree or the prescribed academic designation, respectively, as well as
p.002006: issue the diploma supplement.
p.002006: (6) In the case of participation of universities of applied sciences or private universities in a jointly
p.002006: offered study programs, the study law provisions of this
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p.002006: Provisions of this Part II application. Against decisions is a complaint to the
p.002006: Federal Administrative Court permitted.
p.002006: (7) Becomes a course of study to acquire a teaching post in the area of primary or secondary education
p.002006: (Vocational training) set up together with a teacher training college are the relevant provisions
p.002006: of the University Act 2005 - HG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 30/2006.
p.002006: (8) If a course of study is set up together with a teacher training college, the rectorates of the
p.002006: participating educational institutions in the event that not all applicants for reasons of space
p.002006: Applicants can be admitted through equivalent regulations to the capacities
p.002006: Corresponding number of first-year students and for all those who apply in the same way
p.002006: Set admission criteria.
p.002006: Part II shall apply. Appeals to the Federal Administrative Court against such decisions shall be
p.002006: permissible.
p.002006: (7) If a teacher training program for primary school teaching and for secondary school teaching
p.002006: (vocational training) is offered jointly with a university college of teacher education, the respective provisions of
p.002006: the Teacher Education Act 2005 - HG, F. L. G. I No 30/2006, shall apply.
p.002006: (8) If a program is offered jointly with a university college of teacher education, the rectorates of the
p.002006: participating educational institutions may, in the case that not all applicants can be admitted for reasons of study
p.002006: places, by decrees to be enacted identically, determine a number of first-year students which corresponds to the
p.002006: capacities available as well as admission criteria which shall apply to all applicants in the same way.
p.002006: Individual study Individually
p.002006: Designed degree programs
p.002006: Section 55. (1) Subjects from various diploma, bachelor or master programs may be combined into an individual bachelor
p.002006: or master’s degree. The application for admission to an individual course of study is at that university
p.002006: to bring in the focus of the planned study.
p.002006: § 55. (1) Subjects forming part of different diploma, bachelor’s or master’s programs may be combined
p.002006: in individual bachelor’s or master’s programs. Applications for admission to an individual programs
p.002006: shall be made to the university at which will be the main focus of the planned studies.
p.002006: (2) The application must contain in any case: (2) Search
p.002006: applications shall, at the least, contain:
p.002006: 1. the name of the course; 1.
p.002006: the designation of the programs;
p.002006: 2. a curriculum including qualification profile; 2. a
p.002006: curriculum including the qualification profile;
p.002006: 3. the scope in ECTS credits; 3. the number of
p.002006: ECTS credits conferred; and
p.002006: 4. If the study is to be carried out at several universities, assign the subjects to those involved
p.002006: Universities.
p.002006: (3) The application must be approved by the body responsible for organizing the studies, if
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p.002006: "Magistra" or "Magister", abbreviated to award "Mag." In each case, graduates more individually
p.002006: Master’s degree is the academic degree “Master”, abbreviated to “MA”. Predominate in an individual
p.002006: Diploma or master’s degree
p.002006: 4. if the program of study is to be undertaken at more than one university, the universities at which given subjects
p.002006: are to be studied.
p.002006: (3) Applications shall, by official notification, be approved by the governing bodies responsible for the programs if
p.002006: the programs applied for is of equivalent standing to a programs relevant to such subjects. Such approval shall
p.002006: include the date of admission to individual programs.
p.002006: (4) Persons who have successfully completed individual bachelor's programs shall be granted the academic degree of
p.002006: "Bachelor", abbreviated as "BA", by the responsible governing body at the university at which the main focus of their
p.002006: studies lay. Persons who have successfully completed individual diploma programs shall be awarded the academic degree
p.002006: of “Magistra” or “Magister”, abbreviated as “Mag.”. Persons who have successfully completed individual master's
p.002006: programs shall be awarded the title of “Master”, abbreviated as “MA”. If subjects related to engineering sciences
p.002006: predominate in an individual diploma or master's programs, the graduates
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p.002006: engineering studies, the graduates have the academic degree "Diplom-Ingenieurin"
p.002006: or "Diplom-Ingenieur", abbreviated, to award "Dipl.-Ing." or "DI".
p.002006: in question shall be awarded the title of “Diplom-Ingenieurin” or “Diplom-Ingenieur”, abbreviated as
p.002006: "Dipl.-Ing." or “DI”.
p.002006: University courses Certificate University
p.002006: Programs for Further Education
p.002006: Section 56. (1) Universities are entitled to set up university courses.
p.002006: (2) University courses can also be joint study programs (Section 54d) or joint
p.002006: established studies (§ 54e) and offered during the lecture-free period and for
p.002006: economic and organizational support in cooperation with non-university
p.002006: Legal entities are carried out.
p.002006: (3) Participants have a course fee for attending university courses
p.002006: to be paid. This is taking into account the actual cost of the university course
p.002006: to be determined by the Rectorate. Ordinary students who receive study grants are on application
p.002006: to grant a reduction in the course fee taking into account their performance.
p.002006: (4) Participation in university courses of further education for teachers who in the
p.002006: public education mandate is carried out for the participants
p.002006: free of course fees.
p.002006: (5) In the curriculum of a university course, a maximum duration of study can be provided, which is at least
p.002006: envisaged study time plus two semesters.
p.002006: Section 56. (1) Universities shall be entitled to establish certificate university programs for further
p.002006: education.
p.002006: (2) Certificate university programs for further education may be run as jointly offered study programs (§
p.002006: 54e) or as joint study programs (§ 54d), and may also be conducted during the recess periods and, in order to provide
p.002006: financial and organizational support for them, in co-operation with other legal entities.
p.002006: (3) Students attending certificate university programs for further education shall pay course fees. These shall be
p.002006: set by the rectorate at levels reflecting actual course costs. Degree programs students in receipt of student
p.002006: grants shall, on application, be accorded reductions in the course fees having regard to their financial
p.002006: circumstances.
p.002006: (4) Teachers attending certificate university programs for continuing and further education offered within
p.002006: the educational mission under public law shall be free of course fees.
p.002006: (5) The curriculum of a certificate university program for further education may determine a maximum duration of
p.002006: studies, which shall comprise at least the requested duration of studies plus two semesters.
p.002006: preparatory courses
p.002006: Preparatory courses
p.002006: Section 57. The universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21 are entitled to preparatory courses for
p.002006: Preparing to set up an artistic bachelor's or diploma course. For
p.002006: Preparatory courses are not subject to a course fee or a tuition fee.
p.002006: § 57. The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall be entitled to establish certificate university
p.002006: programs for further education to prepare students for artistic bachelor or diploma programs. For preparatory
p.002006: courses neither course fees nor tuition fees shall be levied.
p.002006: curricula
p.002006: curricula
p.002006: Section 58. (1) At universities there are curricula for the individual studies in accordance with Sections 54b (4) and 54c (2)
p.002006: to enact.
p.002006: (2) The curricula must contain a qualification profile (section 51 (2) no.29).
p.002006: Section 58. (1) At the universities curricula shall be enacted for the single study programs within the limits
p.002006: of Sections 54b para 4 and 54c para 2.
p.002006: (2) The curricula shall contain a qualification profile (§ 51 para 2 subpara 29).
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p.002006: (3) The curricula of teacher training programs are competence-oriented in accordance with the annex of the
p.002006: University Quality Assurance Act - HS-QSG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 74/2011.
p.002006: (4) In the curricula of bachelor studies for the teaching profession there may be subject-specific criteria for the
p.002006: Determine the professional suitability. In the curricula of artistic studies and of
p.002006: sports science studies as well as for teacher training in these subjects is to be determined in which way in
p.002006: As part of the review of the technical suitability, admission tests are carried out in accordance with Section 51 (2) No. 19 and Section 75.
p.002006: (5) Curricula and their changes are before the decision is made to the Rectorate, curricula theological studies
p.002006: also the responsible church authorities and curricula for teacher training studies also the
p.002006: To send the Quality Assurance Council for pedagogical education for comments.
p.002006: (6) Curricula of regular studies and their changes occur when published in the newsletter
p.002006: before July 1 with October 1 of the same year in force; if published after June 30th, they begin with 1.
p.002006: October of next year in force. If studies are abandoned, curricula will be published in the
p.002006: Bulletin expired before July 1 at the end of September 30 of the same year; at publication
p.002006: after June 30, curricula expire on September 30 of the next year.
p.002006: (7) In the curriculum, as a prerequisite for registration for courses, for their
p.002006: Understanding special previous knowledge is required, proving this previous knowledge through the positive assessment
p.002006: one or more exams or in another appropriate form. These stipulations also apply
p.002006: for students who are interested in the course in question when using the
p.002006: Register for courses or individual studies.
p.002006: (8) The curriculum includes courses for courses with a limited number of participants
p.002006: Determine the number of possible participants and the procedure for allocating places. It is
p.002006: to ensure that the students who are put back on registration do not have an extension of the
p.002006: Study time grows. If necessary, there are also parallel courses, possibly also during the
p.002006: lecture-free time.
p.002006: (3) The curricula for teacher training programs shall be designed in a competence-oriented way within
p.002006: the limits of the annexe to the Act on Quality Assurance in Higher Education - HS-QSG, F.L.G. No 74/2011.
p.002006: (4) In the curricula for teacher training bachelor’s programs subject-specific criteria for ascertaining the
p.002006: subject-related capacity shall be defined. In the curricula for artistic subjects and for sports science as well as for
p.002006: teacher training programs in these subjects shall be laid down in which kind within ascertaining the subject-related
p.002006: capacity admission examinations under § 51 para 2 subpara 19 and § 75 shall take place.
p.002006: (5) Curricula and changes shall shall be submitted to the rectorate for its opinion prior to
p.002006: decision-making, curricula of theological programs shall also be submitted to the competent ecclesiastical
p.002006: institutions, and curricula for training programs for teaching at schools shall also be submitted to the Quality
p.002006: Assurance Council for Teacher Training.
p.002006: (6) Curricula and changes shall shall enter into force on 1 October of the same year, if published in the university
p.002006: gazette prior to 1 July; if published after 30 June, they shall enter into force on 1 October of the following year. In
p.002006: the case of expiry of study programs, curricula shall expire with 30 September of the same year, if published in the
p.002006: university gazette prior to 1 July; if published after 30 June, they shall expire with 30 September of the following
p.002006: year.
p.002006: (7) For courses requiring special types of prior knowledge, the curriculum may require evidence of such knowledge in
p.002006: the form of one or more examinations passed or another expedient form as a condition for registration. These conditions
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p.002006: without loss of study time.
p.002006: (10) In the curricula regard shall be given to the objectives stipulated in Art 24 of the UN Convention on the Rights
p.002006: of persons with disabilities.
p.002006: (11) For students with disabilities in the meaning of § 3 of the Federal Act on the Equalization of Persons
p.002006: with Disabilities, F.L.G. I No 82/2005, the requirements stipulated in the curricula - if need be
p.002006: with regard to examinations according to alternative methods pursuant to § 59 para 1 subpara 12 applied for - shall
p.002006: be modified by official notification of the body responsible for study law, making the educational goal of
p.002006: the chosen programs attainable.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: student
p.002006: Students
p.002006: Rights and duties of the students
p.002006: Rights and Duties of Students
p.002006: Section 59. (1) Students are entitled to freedom of learning in accordance with the statutory provisions.
p.002006: In particular, it includes the right
p.002006: 1. both at the university where they were admitted to study and at other universities
p.002006: Obtain approval for other studies;
p.002006: 2. to choose from courses in accordance with the range of courses and the requirements of the curriculum;
p.002006: 3. in addition to a regular degree at the university of admission or in accordance with Section 63 (9)
p.002006: other universities or in jointly established studies with universities of teacher education at these
p.002006: Use courses for which the students meet the registration requirements specified in the curricula
p.002006: fulfill;
p.002006: 4. the relevant teaching and research institutions and the libraries at all
p.002006: To use educational institutions of which they are members in accordance with the regulations for use;
p.002006: 5. as a regular student of a diploma or master's degree, the topic and the supervisor
p.002006: Supervisor of her diploma or master thesis or the topic of her artistic diploma or
p.002006: Section 59. (1) Within the limits of the law, students are entitled to freedom of study.
p.002006: This shall, in particular, include the right,
p.002006: 1. to be accepted for other programs both at the university to which they have been admitted and at other
p.002006: universities;
p.002006: 2. within the limits of the range of courses and the provisions of the curriculum, to choose between courses;
p.002006: 3. beyond a degree program at the university which has admitted them or, in accordance with § 63 para 9, at
p.002006: other universities or, in programs offered jointly with university colleges of teacher education, at those, to
p.002006: take advantage of range of courses for which they fulfill the registration requirements set out in the
p.002006: curricula;
p.002006: 4. to make use of the teaching and research facilities relevant to their subject, and the libraries at all educational
p.002006: institutions from which they are members, in accordance with the regulations pertaining to;
p.002006: 5. if they are diploma or master's program students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the
p.002006: supervisor and the topic of their diploma
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p.002006: Propose a master's thesis in accordance with the university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 6. as a regular student of a doctoral program, the topic of their dissertation according to the
p.002006: propose university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 7. to write scientific or artistic work in a foreign language if the supervisor
p.002006: Supervisor agrees;
p.002006: 8. to take exams as regular students in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. to be awarded academic degrees after completing the curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 10. as extraordinary students at the university courses concerned
p.002006: participate and take the exams prescribed therein;
p.002006: 11. As extraordinary students who only attend courses
p.002006: are admitted to attend courses for which they take the
p.002006: Curricula set registration requirements, as well as according to the university
p.002006: Regulations to take exams;
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p.002006: Testing is not affected by a different method;
p.002006: 13. requests for the person of the examiner. These requests are where possible
p.002006: to consider. The second repetition of an exam or the repetition of one in the curriculum
p.002006: marked internship within the framework of pedagogical-practical studies is the application for a specific
p.002006: Examiner or a specific examiner from the university admission to the course in which the exam is to be taken,
p.002006: in any case, if this person is authorized to hold the examination. at
p.002006: jointly established studies is the second repetition of an exam or the
p.002006: Repetition of an internship marked in the curriculum as part of the pedagogical-practical studies
p.002006: the application for a specific examiner for the participants
p.002006: To meet educational institutions in any case.
p.002006: or master’s thesis or that of their artistic diploma or master’s submission, subject to the university regulations;
p.002006: 6. if they are doctoral students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the topic of their
p.002006: doctoral thesis, subject to the university regulations.
p.002006: 7. to prepare academic or artistic theses in a foreign language, subject to the agreement of their supervisor;
p.002006: 8. if they are degree students, to take examinations in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. having met the requirements prescribed by the curriculum, to be awarded a degree;
p.002006: 10. if they are non-degree seeking students, to attend the relevant certificate university programs for
p.002006: further education and take the examinations prescribed therefore;
p.002006: 11. if they are non-degree seeking students, admitted only for the attendance of individual courses, to attend courses
p.002006: for which they meet the registration requirements specified by the curricula, and to take examinations, subject to the
p.002006: university regulations;
p.002006: 12. to be examined according to an alternative method if they suffer from a disability which makes it
p.002006: impossible for them to take an examination in the prescribed manner and the other method does not limit the
p.002006: content and standards of the examination;
p.002006: 13. to make requests regarding the identity of the examiners. Such applications shall be acceded to wherever possible.
p.002006: In the case of a second resit, or the resit of an internship in the framework of the pedagogic-practical studies,
p.002006: indicated by the curriculum, to automatic acceptance of a request for a specific examiner at the university
p.002006: to which they have been admitted and where the examination is to be sat, provided that the examiner is entitled to take
p.002006: the examination. In jointly offered programs, in the case of a second resit, or the resit of an internship in the
p.002006: framework of the pedagogic-practical studies, indicated by the curriculum, the request for a specific examiner at the
p.002006: educational institutions concerned has to be accepted in any case.
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p.002006: (2) The students have in particular (2)
p.002006: Students have a duty in particular:
p.002006: 1. Immediately notify the name of the university at which admission to study is made
p.002006: give;
p.002006: 2. the continuation of studies at the university at which admission to a course exists, each
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p.002006: knowledge. For this purpose, the rectorate may collect a deposit of a maximum of 500 € which shall be refunded to the
p.002006: applicant in case the evaluation has revealed the authenticity and correctness of the documents and he or she has been
p.002006: admitted to a study program.
p.002006: (4) Upon admission the applicant shall become a member of the university in question, as a degree or non-degree seeking
p.002006: college student. This shall be evidenced by the issue of a student’s pass, which may take the form of a
p.002006: photographic identity
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p.002006: This is to be certified by issuing a student ID card that is designed as a photo ID card
p.002006: can. The ID has at least the name, date of birth and matriculation number of the student and
p.002006: to include the period of validity. The student ID card can be stored on a storage medium
p.002006: other functionalities.
p.002006: (5) An applicant who has not yet attended a university, teacher training college,
p.002006: Was authorized to carry out university of applied sciences courses or a private university
p.002006: Assign a matriculation number to the university on the occasion of the first admission. This is for
p.002006: to retain all further student admissions. The closer ones
p.002006: Provisions on the formation and allocation of matriculation numbers are set out in an ordinance by the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (6) Universities in accordance with section 6 (1) 1 to 15 have foreign applicants
p.002006: Applicants who are entitled to entry without a visa or who have a valid entry
p.002006: Residence permits to deliver the letter of admission directly. Langen on
p.002006: Austrian professional representative authorities apply to other foreign applicants
p.002006: The professional representative authorities can apply for admission to study at the responsible university
p.002006: Completeness and conclusiveness of the application as well as to ensure that admission to study and the
p.002006: First residence permits can be delivered at the same time. Here is the applicant
p.002006: Giving the opportunity to make additions and clarifications at his or her own expense. The representation
p.002006: foreign applicants by persons who are not professional representation in
p.002006: Austria admitted or not authorized to represent by law is not permitted.
p.002006: Applications that do not meet these requirements must be rejected.
p.002006: document. The pass shall, as a minimum, bear the student’s name, date of birth and matriculation number, as well as the
p.002006: expiry date. The pass may be fitted with other functionalities by a storage medium.
p.002006: (5) On initial admission, an applicant who has not yet been admitted to a university, a university college
p.002006: of teacher education, an institution for the execution of university of applied sciences degree programs, or a
p.002006: private university shall be assigned a matriculation number by the university. These shall be retained by the students
p.002006: concerned for all further admissions. The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall by decree enact
p.002006: detailed regulations on the generation and assignment of matriculation numbers.
p.002006: (6) The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15 shall deliver admission confirmations directly to foreign
p.002006: applicants entitled to visa-free entry to Austria or in possession of valid residence permits. If applications from
p.002006: other foreign applicants for admission to programs of study are received by Austrian official
p.002006: representations for forwarding to the responsible universities, the official representations may ensure
p.002006: that the applications are complete and the details therein consistent, and take steps to ensure that the
p.002006: admission confirmations and initial residential permits are delivered at the same time. Applicants shall
p.002006: be given an opportunity to clarify or add to the information contained in applications at their own expense.
p.002006: admission deadlines
p.002006: Admission Periods
p.002006: Section 61. (1) After hearing the Senate, the Rectorate must determine the general admission period for each semester.
p.002006: This is the period in which the persons referred to in paragraph 3 submit and apply for admission
p.002006: Students also have to pay the tuition fee. The general admission period is for the winter semester
p.002006: to be at least eight weeks and ends on
p.002006: September 5, for the summer semester to be at least four weeks and ends on February 5. Admission to
p.002006: Doctoral programs can also take place outside of the
p.002006: Section 61. (1) After consulting the senate, the rectorate shall establish the general admission period for each
p.002006: semester. This is the period during which the persons referred to in para 3 shall apply for admission and
p.002006: students shall also pay their tuition fees. The general admission period shall last at least eight weeks for
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p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons seeking admission for studies in Austria for a maximum of two
p.002006: semesters either under transnational EU, state or university mobility programs including joint
p.002006: diploma programs or on successful completion of studies abroad equivalent to a pass in the first diploma examination
p.002006: in the diploma programs selected or a bachelor degree;
p.002006: 4. Groups of people based on the Ordinance on Groups of People; 4. groups of persons
p.002006: designated by decree of the Federal Minister on Groups
p.002006: of persons;
p.002006: 5. All applicants at universities in accordance with
p.002006: Section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21.
p.002006: (4) For all other foreign nationals and stateless persons, the university can take part in the
p.002006: Statutes set a different special admission period.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate is taking into account the duration and the implementation period
p.002006: authorized for admission to university courses and for admission to regular studies within the framework
p.002006: EU, state or university transnational mobility programs, including shared
p.002006: Study programs to make a different regulation for the general admission period.
p.002006: 5. all applicants at one of the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21.
p.002006: (4) For all other foreign nationals and stateless persons, the university may lay down a divergent special admission
p.002006: period in the statutes.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall be entitled to make other arrangements for the general admission period for certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education and degree programs under transnational EU, state or university
p.002006: mobility programs including joint diploma programs, having regard to the duration thereof.
p.002006: Registration for the continuation of the course Registration for
p.002006: the Continuation of Studies
p.002006: Section 62. (1) Students are obliged to within the general admission period or the grace period
p.002006: every semester of the university where admission to the course exists, the continuation of the course
p.002006: Report.
p.002006: (2) The registration of the continuation of the course is ineffective as long as the student fees including any
p.002006: Special contributions in accordance with the provisions of the HSG 2014 and any tuition fees have not been received.
p.002006: (3) The effect of registering the continuation of studies for one semester extends until the end of the
p.002006: Grace period for the immediately following semester, provided that the admission to study has not yet expired.
p.002006: Section 62. (1) Students are obliged to register for the continuation of their studies within the general admission
p.002006: period or extension period of each semester at the university where admission has been granted.
p.002006: (2) Registrations for the continuation of studies shall be invalid if any students ’fees and any extraordinary
p.002006: contributions pursuant to the provisions of the HSG 2014 and any tuition fees payable have not been received.
p.002006: (3) A registration for the continuation of studies for a semester shall remain valid until the end of the
p.002006: extension period in the succeeding semester unless admission to the program of study in question has lapsed.
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p.002006: (4) The university has student confirmations of the continuation of studies
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p.002006: Successful course of study necessary knowledge of the language in which the study is held,
p.002006: 4. the artistic suitability for the studies at the universities according to § 6 para. 1 nos. 16 to 21,
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language or, if the program is held in English, the English language required for the
p.002006: successful continuation of studies; for the admission to a doctoral program, the knowledge of the language in which
p.002006: the studies are held required for the successful continuation of studies;
p.002006: 4. artistic aptitude, in the case of studies at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21;
p.002006: 5. sporting suitability for sports science studies and 5. sportive aptitude,
p.002006: in the case of degree programs in sports science; and
p.002006: 6. for admission to a bachelor's or diploma course, in accordance with the existence of an ordinance from the rectorate
p.002006: for individual or all bachelor or diploma studies, no special admission regulations for their admission
p.002006: there is evidence that the applicant is a procedure for
p.002006: Passed the aptitude test. Within the scope of this procedure, measures within the meaning of Section 13 (2) 1 lit. g to
p.002006: meet to get admission to the study of non-traditional applicants
p.002006: and applicants from groups that are underrepresented in access to higher education
p.002006: promote. Before the regulation is enacted, the Senate is given the opportunity to comment within six weeks
p.002006: give.
p.002006: (1a) Admission to a teacher training course or a course of study for professional activities
p.002006: In contrast to Paragraph 1, elementary education institutions require:
p.002006: 6. proof that the applicant has passed through an aptitude test procedure, in the case of admission to a bachelor's or
p.002006: diploma programs in accordance with a decree to be issued by the rectorate for some or all bachelor's or diploma
p.002006: programs which have no special admission regulations. Within the framework of this procedure, measures
p.002006: in the meaning of § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g must be taken to especially promote the admission of non-
p.002006: traditional applicants to study programs as well as applicants from underrepresented groups in access
p.002006: to higher education. Prior to the enactment of the decree, the senate shall have the opportunity to give
p.002006: its opinion within six weeks.
p.002006: (1a) Notwithstanding para 1, admission to a teacher training program or a program for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions is conditional on:
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p.002006: 1. general university entrance qualification, 1.
p.002006: the possession of a general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 2. the special university entrance qualification for the chosen course, 2. the possession of
p.002006: a special university entrance qualification required for the
p.002006: study programs selected;
p.002006: 3. the knowledge of the German language necessary for the exercise of the respective profession and
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language required for the practice of the respective profession; and
p.002006: 4. the suitability for studying and the respective professional activity. 4. the aptitude for the
p.002006: studies and the respective profession.
p.002006: (2) People who are already on another course of study for which admission is being sought
p.002006: domestic university or college of education were admitted with the application for admission
p.002006: Submit certificate of departure from this university or teacher training college.
p.002006: (3) If the general and special university entrance qualifications are proven, the following are to be admitted indefinitely:
p.002006: (2) Persons applying to study a subject for which they have already been admitted by another Austrian
p.002006: university or university college of teacher education must submit their leaving certificate of this university or
p.002006: university college of teacher education together with the application.
p.002006: (3) The following shall be admitted for an indefinite period on presentation of proof of possession of a general and a
p.002006: special university entrance qualification:
p.002006: 1. Austrian citizens; 1.
p.002006: Austrian citizens;
p.002006: 2. Nationals of an EU or EEA country; 2nd nationals of
p.002006: a EU or EEA country;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals and stateless persons, if they are reasonable in the course in question
p.002006: Study conditions (para. 4) exist;
p.002006: 3. other foreign nationals or stateless persons, provided that the conditions for study of the subject concerned
p.002006: are acceptable in the countries concerned (para 4);
p.002006: 4. Groups of people based on the Ordinance on Groups of People. 4. groups of persons
p.002006: designated by decree of the Federal Minister on Groups
p.002006: of persons.
p.002006: (4) The Senate is entitled, based on the ratio between teachers and students in a course of study
p.002006: Study conditions determined by the further admission of foreign nationals and
p.002006: Stateless persons would be unacceptable in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 3. In this case, the Senate has to determine how many of these people
p.002006: can be admitted every semester without unacceptable study conditions, and according to which
p.002006: Criteria that are limited in number. It is allowed to be a preferred one
p.002006: To decide on the admission of applicants from developing countries. This
p.002006: Definitions are to be announced in the university newsletter.
p.002006: (5) If proof of general and special university entrance qualifications are not taken into account, any decisions
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p.002006: 1. persons participating in university mobility programs including joint diploma programs, for the duration
p.002006: of authorized participation therein;
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p.002006: 2. People who only want to use distance learning courses based on cooperation agreements for
p.002006: at most two semesters;
p.002006: 3. foreign nationals and stateless persons in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 3, who after completing foreign studies in one
p.002006: corresponding to the first diploma examination of the chosen diploma course or a bachelor's degree
p.002006: Strive for admission to study in Austria for a maximum of two semesters.
p.002006: 2. persons wishing only to make use of distance learning course offerings based on co-operation agreements,
p.002006: for a maximum of two semesters;
p.002006: 3. foreign nationals and stateless persons in the meaning of para 3 subpara 3 seeking admission to study programs in
p.002006: Austria on successful completion of studies abroad equivalent to the first diploma examination of the diploma program
p.002006: selected or a bachelor’s degree, for a maximum of two semesters.
p.002006: An extension of the respective time limit is not permitted. Extension of these
p.002006: limited terms is impermissible.
p.002006: (6) The temporary admission according to Paragraph 5 Z 1 and 2 presupposes that a cooperation contract between the involved
p.002006: Educational institutions exist that set the conditions for collaboration, student exchange and the
p.002006: Implementation regulates in more detail. With the nomination by the
p.002006: Partner education institutions are considered general and special university entrance qualifications
p.002006: demonstrated.
p.002006: (7) After the expiry of the admission due to the negative assessment at the last permissible repetition of one
p.002006: Examination is the new admission to the university or, in the case of jointly established studies, to the
p.002006: participating educational institutions for those studies where the completion of the same exam is mandatory
p.002006: is not permitted. In the case of a teacher training course at secondary level (general education) is one of them
p.002006: in deviation, a new admission to study only for those subjects
p.002006: or specializations where the same examination is not mandatory
p.002006: is. If admission to a teacher training program expires on the basis of Section 68 Paragraph 1 No. 7, this is a new one
p.002006: Admission to a teacher training program at the university or, in the case of jointly set up studies, to those involved
p.002006: Educational institutions not allowed. If the admission expires during a course of study on the basis of Section 68 Paragraph 1 No. 8, this is a
p.002006: renewed admission to study at the same university or in the case of jointly established studies at the same
p.002006: participating educational institutions at the earliest in the third semester after the admission expires
p.002006: allowed.
p.002006: (8) Simultaneous admission to the same degree at more than one university or educational institution
p.002006: University in Austria is not permitted. Further admissions for the same degree at other universities or
p.002006: Pedagogical universities suffer and are subject to an error that is threatened by nullity within the meaning of Section 68 (4) (4) AVG
p.002006: to be declared void by the Rectorate. The secondary school teacher training course (general education)
p.002006: the same degree if a subject or specialization is identical.
p.002006: (6) Temporary admission under para 5 subparas 1 and 2 shall be conditional on the existence of a co-operation
p.002006: agreement between the universities concerned governing the detailed arrangements for co-operation,
p.002006: student exchange and program implementation. Nomination by the partner educational institution shall be deemed
p.002006: equivalent to proof of possession of a general and a special university entrance qualification.
p.002006: (7) Upon expiry of an admission due to failure of the last permissible repetition of an examination, renewed
p.002006: admission to the university or, in the case of jointly offered study programs, to the universities involved
p.002006: shall be excluded for those study programs which require the completion of the same examination. In
p.002006: derogation thereof, a renewed admission to the teacher training program for secondary schools (general
p.002006: education) is permitted only for those subjects or specializations which do not require the successful
p.002006: completion of the same examination. If the admission to a teacher training program expires on the basis of § 68
p.002006: para 1 subpara 7, renewed admission to a teacher training program at the university or, in case of jointly offered
p.002006: programs, at all educational institutions involved shall be excluded. If the admission to a study program expires
p.002006: on the basis of § 68 para 1 subpara 8, renewed admission to a study program at the same university or, in case of
p.002006: jointly offered programs, at all educational institutions involved is possible not earlier than in the third semester
p.002006: following the expiry of the admission.
p.002006: (8) Simultaneous admission to the same studies at more than one university or university college of teacher
p.002006: education in Austria is impermissible. Additional admissions to the same studies at other universities or
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education risk nullity due to a defect in the meaning of § 68 para 4 subpara 4 General
p.002006: Administrative Procedure Act and shall be declared null and void by the rectorate, acting ex officio. In teacher
p.002006: training programs for secondary schools (general education) the same study shall be assumed if a subject or a
p.002006: specialization is identical.
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p.002006: (9) Taking exams for studying at another Austrian university or
p.002006: Pedagogical university as that or the admission is only permitted if
p.002006: 1. the curriculum or the curriculum of a jointly with another university or college of education
p.002006: established degree provides for this or
p.002006: 2. the body responsible for study law matters taking the exam at the other
p.002006: University or college of education approved in advance because of taking the relevant exam
p.002006: the university or in the case of jointly established studies at the participating universities and educational institutions
p.002006: Universities is not possible.
p.002006: (10) People whose first language is not the language in which the study is held have the for
p.002006: Proof of successful knowledge of this language in order to successfully complete Knowing the
p.002006: Language is particularly evidenced by a matriculation certificate based on the instruction in that language.
p.002006: The Rectorate can determine further evidence of the required language skills by ordinance.
p.002006: (10a) If proof of knowledge of the German language cannot be provided, the rectorate has to take one
p.002006: Prescribe a supplementary examination that must be taken before admission. In the artistic studies that is
p.002006: Supplementary examination not to be taken before admission if there is a different regulation in accordance with paragraph 11 in the curriculum
p.002006: has been established.
p.002006: (10b) The supplementary examination for the proof of knowledge of the German language is within the framework of the
p.002006: Attend a university course set up for this purpose. The prescription of this
p.002006: Supplementary examination requires knowledge of the German language at the time of application for the study at least in the
p.002006: Extent of level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (GeR) of the Council of Europe. As
p.002006: Proof of this knowledge of the German language applies to generally recognized language diplomas,
p.002006: which are to be determined by ordinance of the rectorate. The language diploma must show that the owner
p.002006: or the holder of knowledge of the German language at least at level A2 of the Common European
p.002006: Reference frame for languages. The language diploma must not be older than two years at the time of submission.
p.002006: This regulation does not apply to artistic studies if, by regulation of the rectorate, the implementation of the
p.002006: (9) Taking examinations for a program of study at a university or university college of teacher education other than
p.002006: that to which a student has been admitted is only permissible if:
p.002006: 1. the home curriculum, or the curriculum of a program of study offered jointly with another university or
p.002006: university college of teacher education makes provisions therefore; or
p.002006: 2. the officer responsible for study matters approves sitting of the examination at the other university or university
p.002006: college of teacher education because it cannot be taken at the university or, in the case of jointly offered degree
p.002006: programs, the universities university colleges of teacher education in question.
p.002006: (10) Persons whose first language is not the language in which the study program is held shall provide
p.002006: proof of their knowledge of the language as required for the successful continuation of studies, in particular by
p.002006: submitting a secondary school leaving certificate obtained as a result of tuition received in the required
p.002006: language. The rectorate may, by decree, determine further documentary evidence for the required language proficiency.
p.002006: (10a) In case that proof of knowledge of the German language cannot be furnished, the rectorate shall
p.002006: prescribe a supplementary examination to be taken prior to admission. In artistic study programs the supplementary
p.002006: examination does not have to be taken prior to admission if other arrangements according to para 11 have been laid down
p.002006: in the curriculum.
p.002006: (10b) The supplementary examination providing proof of the knowledge of the German language shall be part of a
p.002006: certificate university programs set up for this purpose. This supplementary examination prescribed by the curriculum
p.002006: requires an A2 level in the German language according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
p.002006: (CEFRL) of the Council of Europe at the time of submission of the application for the study program.
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p.002006: Supplementary exam for proof of knowledge of the German language has been set in a different form
p.002006: is.
p.002006: (11) In the artistic studies the curriculum can stipulate that the filing of the
p.002006: Proof of the supplementary examination at the latest before the registration of the continuation of the study for the third semester
p.002006: is.
p.002006: decree, specified another form for the supplementary examination as a proof for the knowledge of the German language.
p.002006: (11) The curricula of artistic study programs may require proof that supplementary examinations have
p.002006: been taken prior to registration for the continuation of studies in the third semester, at the latest.
p.002006: Special provision for admission to master's and doctoral programs Special Provision relating to the
p.002006: Admission to Master's and Doctoral
p.002006: program
p.002006: Section 63a. (1) In the curricula for master's programs, qualitative admission requirements can be met
p.002006: be prescribed in connection with the required knowledge of those subjects on which the
p.002006: builds up the respective master’s degree.
p.002006: (2) It must be ensured that the completion of a bachelor's degree at the respective university is in any case without
p.002006: further requirements for admission to at least one relevant master's degree at the university or at
p.002006: jointly established studies at one of the participating educational institutions. This also applies to
p.002006: Master's programs in accordance with Paragraph 8.
p.002006: (3) Admission to a master’s degree for secondary school teaching (general education) differs from §
p.002006: 63 Para. 1a the completion of a bachelor's degree for secondary school teaching (general education) according to point
p.002006: 2.1 of the annex to the HS-QSG or equivalent foreign studies. When admitted to a
p.002006: Master’s degrees for secondary school teaching (general education) can also include subjects or
p.002006: Specializations can be chosen in the form of supplementary studies to complement the bachelor's degree
p.002006: Have been trained as a teacher.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) for graduates
p.002006: Graduates of six semester teacher training courses, in deviation from § 63 para
p.002006: Advanced studies according to § 54c in advance.
p.002006: (5) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) for graduates
p.002006: Graduates of a teaching degree for the teaching level of primary level, in deviation from § 63 para
p.002006: Bachelor and master studies for the teaching level primary in accordance with point 1. of the annex to the HS-QSG.
p.002006: Section 63a. (1) The curricula for master's programs may prescribe qualitative admission requirements which must
p.002006: be related to the required knowledge of those subjects on which the respective master's program is based.
p.002006: (2) In any case, it must be ensured that the completion of a bachelor's program at the respective
p.002006: university entitles the student, without further requirements, to be admitted to at least one
p.002006: subject-related master's programs at the university or, in jointly offered programs, at one of the educational
p.002006: institutions involved. This shall also apply to master's programs according to para 8.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) requires the completion of a bachelor's program for teaching at secondary
p.002006: schools (general education) according to item 2.1 of the Appendix to the Act on Quality Assurance in Higher
p.002006: Education or of an equivalent foreign study program. Upon admission to a master's program for
p.002006: teaching at secondary schools (general education), it is possible to choose subjects or specializations which
p.002006: have been completed in addition to the bachelor's program for teacher training in the form of
p.002006: extension programs.
p.002006: (4) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) for graduates of six-semester programs for teacher training requires the completion of an
p.002006: extension programs according to § 54c.
p.002006: (5) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools (general
p.002006: education) for graduates of a program for teaching at primary schools requires the completion of the bachelor's and
p.002006: master's program for teaching at primary schools according to item 1 of the Appendix to the Act on Quality Assurance
p.002006: in higher education.
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p.002006: (6) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) in just one
p.002006: In addition to the prerequisites according to § 63 Para
p.002006: relevant professional practice of at least 3,000 hours in advance.
p.002006: (7) Qualifying conditions may be stipulated in the curriculum for admission to a doctoral program
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (8) The Rectorate is entitled to take part in master's and doctoral studies that are exclusively in one
p.002006: Foreign languages are offered to determine a number of new students and access
p.002006: either through an admission procedure before admission or through a selection procedure after admission
p.002006: regulate. Before the rectorate determines the admission or selection process
p.002006: Give the Senate the opportunity to comment within six weeks. The determination by the rectorate
p.002006: must be submitted by April 30 at the latest in order to take effect from the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) In addition to the requirements stipulated in § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at
p.002006: secondary schools (general education) for only one subject requires the proof of subject-relevant professional
p.002006: experience amounting to at least 3000 hours.
p.002006: (7) The curriculum may stipulate qualitative requirements for the admission to a doctoral program.
p.002006: (8) For master's and doctoral programs which are offered exclusively in a foreign language, the rectorate shall be
p.002006: entitled to determine a number of first-year students and to limit admission either by means of an admission procedure
p.002006: prior to admission or by a selecting procedure after admission. Before the rectorate determines the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure, the senate shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six
p.002006: weeks. The rectorate's decision shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following
p.002006: academic year.
p.002006: (9) Section 71b (7) applies with the exception of item 4. (9) § 71b para 7,
p.002006: with the exception of subpara 4, shall apply.
p.002006: General university entrance qualification General
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 64. (1) The general university entrance qualification must be proven by one of the following certificates:
p.002006: 1. an Austrian school leaving certificate (including a certificate of the
p.002006: Berufsreifeprüfung) or an Austrian high school diploma or a certificate according to school law
p.002006: Regulations nostrified school leaving certificate,
p.002006: 2. another Austrian certificate confirming that you are entitled to study for a particular one
p.002006: Study group at a university, teacher training college or university of applied sciences;
p.002006: 3. a foreign certificate which is one of these Austrian certificates on the basis of an international law
p.002006: Agreement or on the basis of the decision of the rectorate is equivalent in individual cases;
p.002006: 4. a certificate of completion of at least three years of study at a recognized domestic or
p.002006: foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 5. in the artistic studies, confirmation of the positively assessed admission test;
p.002006: Section 64. (1) Possession of the general university entrance qualification shall be certified by the following
p.002006: documents:
p.002006: 1. Austrian secondary-school leaving certificate (including a certificate of the TVE Diploma Examination), or an
p.002006: Austrian secondary-school leaving and diploma certificate, or a secondary-school leaving certificate which has been
p.002006: nostrified according to the provisions of school law;
p.002006: 2. any other Austrian certificate testifying the right to study a certain group of studies at a university, a
p.002006: university college of teacher education, or a university of applied sciences;
p.002006: 3. a foreign certificate which in the individual case is equivalent to one of these Austrian certificates on the basis
p.002006: of an agreement under international law, or a decision taken by the rectorate on a case-by-case basis;
p.002006: 4. a document certifying the completion of studies of at least three years at a recognized domestic or foreign
p.002006: post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 5. in the case of art studies, confirmation that the applicant has successfully passed the admission examination;
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p.002006: 6. an “IB Diploma” acquired in accordance with the provisions of the “International Baccalaureate Organization”;
p.002006: 7. a European Baccalaureate certificate in accordance with Art. 5 Para. 2 of the Agreement on the Statute of the European
p.002006: Schools, Federal Law Gazette III No. 173/2005.
p.002006: (2) Is the equivalence of foreign certificates in terms of content and requirements of a
p.002006: Austrian matriculation examination is not given, the rectorate must prescribe the supplementary examinations, the
p.002006: required for equivalence with a domestic matriculation exam and before admission
p.002006: are to be discarded.
p.002006: (3) The general university entrance qualification for admission to a master's degree is technically questionable
p.002006: upcoming bachelor's degree or a subject-related university of applied sciences bachelor’s degree or one
p.002006: other equivalent studies at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: Evidence of educational institution. If the equivalence is basically given and only some
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p.002006: with a decree by the rectorate, the general university entrance qualification for bachelor's
p.002006: programs and diploma programs of a group of studies, after having passed the university entrance
p.002006: qualification examination.
p.002006: (2) The university entrance qualification examination may, according to a decree of the rectorate, be sat for
p.002006: one of the following groups of studies:
p.002006: 1. Humanities and cultural studies; 1. Studies
p.002006: in Arts and Humanities;
p.002006: 2. engineering studies; Second
p.002006: Studies in Engineering Sciences;
p.002006: 3. Artistic studies;
p.002006: 3. Art studies;
p.002006: 4. Natural science studies; 4th
p.002006: Studies in Natural Science;
p.002006: 5. Legal studies; 5th
p.002006: Law studies;
p.002006: 6. Social and economic studies; 6. Studies in
p.002006: Social and Economic Sciences;
p.002006: 7. Theological studies;
p.002006: 7. Theological studies;
p.002006: 8. Medical and veterinary studies; 8. Medical and
p.002006: Veterinary studies;
p.002006: 9. teacher training programs;
p.002006: 9. Teacher training studies;
p.002006: 10. Studies in general educational occupational fields. 10. Studies in
p.002006: general educational professional fields.
p.002006: (3) Persons who have been admitted to studies by one of the
p.002006: Aim to study study groups at a university, have reached the age of 20 and have one
p.002006: Successful professional or extra-occupational activities clearly exceeding compulsory school attendance
p.002006: Proof of previous education for the desired degree.
p.002006: (4) The application for admission to the university entrance exam must be submitted in writing to the rectorate
p.002006: To bring in a university at which a course of study in the desired study group is established. The
p.002006: Application must contain:
p.002006: 1. the name, date of birth, address and - if available - the matriculation number;
p.002006: (3) Persons who seek admission to studies of one of the groups of studies at a university, are at least 20 years of
p.002006: age, and can submit proof of the completion of professional or non-professional prior education that
p.002006: clearly goes beyond compulsory education for the studies aimed for, shall be admitted to the university entrance
p.002006: qualification examination.
p.002006: (4) The application for admittance to the university entrance qualification examination shall be submitted in
p.002006: writing to the rectorate of the university at which studies in the group of studies aimed for are offered. The
p.002006: application shall contain:
p.002006: 1. Name, date of birth, address and - where available - matriculation number;
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p.002006: 2. Proof of the nationality of an EU or EEA state or proof of the nationality of one
p.002006: Group of people according to the group of people regulation;
p.002006: 2. proof of citizenship of a EU or EEA country, or proof of belonging to a group of persons according to the Decree on
p.002006: Groups of persons;
p.002006: 3. the desired degree;
p.002006: 3. the studies aimed for;
p.002006: 4. proof of previous education (para. 3); 4. proof
p.002006: of prior education;
p.002006: 5. the elective or the elective. 5. the
p.002006: elective or electives.
p.002006: (5) The university entrance exam consists of the following five exams: (5) The university
p.002006: entrance qualification examination shall comprise five
p.002006: examinations:
p.002006: 1. a written paper on a general topic; 1. a written
p.002006: paper on a general topic;
p.002006: 2. Two or three exams aimed at previous knowledge or skills for the intended
p.002006: Study group are required (compulsory subjects) and
p.002006: 3. one or two exams of the candidate's choice from the
p.002006: Area of the targeted course group (elective or elective).
p.002006: (6) With the written work on a general topic in accordance with Paragraph 5 No. 1, the examination candidate has to
p.002006: Exam candidate to demonstrate that he or she is on a given topic in flawless and flippant language
p.002006: and can express them in writing with a clear line of thought.
p.002006: (7) The examination requirements and methods for examinations in accordance with para. 5 nos. 1 and 2 have been based on the content of the 12th or
p.002006: 13th school level and are to be laid down in the decree of the rectorate.
p.002006: (8) For the examination or examinations according to Paragraph 5 No. 3 (elective or elective subjects) are
p.002006: Examination requirements and methods to be determined by the rectorate. On the
p.002006: The preparatory character of the university entrance qualification examination should be taken into consideration.
p.002006: (9) positively assessed examinations that an examination candidate takes
p.002006: an educational institution based on the legislation of the state in which it is based
p.002006: , has been recognized as an educational institution, are to be recognized by the rectorate on request, insofar as they
p.002006: prescribed tests are equivalent in terms of content and scope. The rectorate may have a maximum of four
p.002006: Acknowledge exams. At least one exam is available at the university or in jointly established studies
p.002006: one of the participating educational institutions.
p.002006: 2. two or three examinations that are required with regard to prior knowledge or skills for the group of studies aimed
p.002006: for (compulsory subjects); and
p.002006: 3. one or two examinations to be chosen by the candidate from the area of the group of studies aimed for (elective or
p.002006: electives).
p.002006: (6) The written paper on a general topic under para 5 subpara 1, shall serve to prove that the candidate is able to
p.002006: express herself / himself correctly, eloquently and clearly in writing on a given topic.
p.002006: (7) The standards and methods for examinations under para 5 subparas 1 and 2 shall be aligned with the teaching
p.002006: contents of the 12th or 13th level of education and shall be laid down in the rectorate's decree.
p.002006: (8) For the examination or examinations under para 5 subpara 3 (elective or electives), the standards and
p.002006: methods shall be determined by the rectorate. The preparatory nature of the university entrance qualification
p.002006: examination shall be taken into account.
p.002006: (9) Passed examinations which a candidate for the university entrance qualification examination has
p.002006: taken at an educational institution that is recognized as an educational institution based on the legal provisions of
p.002006: the country in which it is located shall, on application, be recognized by the rectorate if they are equivalent to the
p.002006: prescribed examinations in terms of content and scope. The rectorate may recognize a maximum of four
p.002006: examinations. At least one examination shall be taken at the respective university or, in jointly offered degree
p.002006: programs, at one of the educational institutions concerned.
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p.002006: (10) Exam candidates who have passed a master's certificate or a proficiency test in accordance with the
p.002006: Trade Code, BGBl. No. 194/1994, or the Agricultural and Forestry Vocational Training Act, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 298/1990, have successfully passed the passing of the university entrance examination
p.002006: in the elective subject or the optional subjects according to Paragraph 5 No. 3 on request.
p.002006: (11) The Rectorate has at least one examiner for exams taken at a university
p.002006: To order auditors.
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p.002006: exempt from taking the university entrance qualification examination in the elective or the electives under para 5
p.002006: subpara 3.
p.002006: (11) The rectorate shall appoint at least one examiner for examinations taken at a university.
p.002006: (12) The candidates shall be entitled to repeat failed examinations two times. The final repetition permitted shall be
p.002006: held before a board. After failing the final repetition permitted, the admission to the university
p.002006: entrance qualification examination for the respective group of studies shall expire. A further admission to the
p.002006: university entrance qualification examination for the respective group of studies at the university concerned shall be
p.002006: excluded. In the case of jointly offered teacher training programs, a further admission to the university
p.002006: entrance qualification examination for the group of studies “teacher training programs” shall be excluded
p.002006: at all educational institutions concerned.
p.002006: (13) An examination shall be graded as “successfully completed” or “unsuccessfully completed”.
p.002006: The overall grading shall read “successfully completed” if no examination has been graded as
p.002006: “Unsuccessfully completed”; in all other cases it shall read “unsuccessfully completed”. The provisions of § 59 para 1
p.002006: subpara 12 and §§ 73 to 79 shall apply by analogy
p.002006: (14) A certificate shall be issued for each passed examination. The rectorate shall issue a university entrance
p.002006: qualification certificate for the respective group of studies upon presentation of all certificates. This university
p.002006: entrance qualification certificate shall be valid for all universities, university colleges of teacher education, or
p.002006: universities of applied sciences offering studies in the respective group of studies.
p.002006: (15) The successful completion of the university entrance qualification examination entitles a person
p.002006: to be admitted to all studies within the group of studies, for which the university entrance qualification has been
p.002006: Obtained.
p.002006: (16) The number of examinations under para 5 subparas 2 and 3 as well as the compulsory subjects under para 5 subpara 2
p.002006: for the respective group of studies shall be determined by the rectorate by decree.
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p.002006: Special university entrance qualification Special
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: § 65. (1) In addition to the general university entrance qualification, those in the
p.002006: University Authorization Ordinance - UBVO 1998, Federal Law Gazette II No. 44/1998 in the currently applicable version
p.002006: Prove additional examinations for the matriculation examination for the studies specified therein or take them as supplementary examinations
p.002006: (special university entrance qualification).
p.002006: (2) Applicants with a nationality other than one
p.002006: EU or EEA states and applicants who Austria does not have due to a
p.002006: international treaty has to grant the same rights for professional access as
p.002006: Austrian citizens also have the fulfillment of the study-specific
p.002006: Proof of admission, including the right to be admitted directly to the degree program, can be found in
p.002006: Issuing state of the certificate, with which the general university entrance qualification is proven, exist. The proof
p.002006: a place to study is not required. Is the intended study in Austria in the issuing state of
p.002006: If the certificate has not been set up, the study-specific admission requirements are in relation to a
p.002006: in the issuing state of the certificate, which is technically closest to the intended degree in Austria
p.002006: to complete related studies.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has an ordinance
p.002006: Specify groups of people whose school-leaving certificate is due to their special personal close relationships
p.002006: Austria or its activity on behalf of the Republic of Austria to determine the existence of the
p.002006: special university entrance qualification is considered to be issued in Austria (Ordinance on Groups of Persons). This
p.002006: Groups of people do not have to provide evidence in accordance with paragraph 2.
p.002006: Suitability for teacher training and professional studies at elementary education institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) In admission procedures for teacher training or professional studies
p.002006: Elementary education institutions are responsible for the vocational training and activity of
p.002006: Educators required performance-related, personal, professional and educational
p.002006: To review competencies. The determination of the professional suitability is based on those anchored in the curriculum
p.002006: to orientate subject-specific criteria.
p.002006: (2) The determination of suitability must take scientific criteria into account. About
p.002006: the job-specific requirements and
p.002006: Section 65. (1) In addition to possession of a general university entrance qualification, proof must be furnished on passing
p.002006: the supplementary examinations for certain study programs provided for in the University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Decree - UBVO 1998, Federal Law Gazette II No. 44/1998, as amended, otherwise they shall be taken as
p.002006: additional examinations (special university entrance qualification).
p.002006: (2) Beyond this, applicants who are not nationals of an EU or EEA country, as well as applicants to whom Austria is not
p.002006: obliged under other international treaties to accord the same rights to access to employment as Austrian citizens,
p.002006: shall furnish proof of fulfillment of any subject-specific admission requirements, including those for the right to
p.002006: direct admission to the studies in question in the country of issue of the certificate evidencing the general
p.002006: university entrance qualification. Proof that the applicant has got a study place shall not be required. If the studies
p.002006: applied for in Austria do not exist in the country of issue of the certificate, the subject-specific admission
p.002006: requirements must be fulfilled with regard to the studies in the country of issue which are most closely related to
p.002006: those applied for in Austria.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall designate, by decree, groups of persons whose
p.002006: secondary-school leaving certificates shall, on grounds of their close personal relationships with Austria or
p.002006: activities on behalf of Austria, be deemed to have been issued in Austria for purposes of ascertaining the special
p.002006: university entrance qualification (Decree on Groups of Persons). These groups of persons are exempted from the
p.002006: proof according to para 2.
p.002006: Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for Teaching at Elementary Educational Institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) The admission procedure for teacher training programs or study programs for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions shall check the performance-based, personal, professional and pedagogical competences
p.002006: required for the professional training for and activity as teachers. Ascertaining the subject-related capacity shall
p.002006: be aligned with the subject-specific criteria laid down in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) It shall also take into consideration scientific criteria. The website shall provide information on
p.002006: the professional requirements as well as self-assessment
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p.002006: Self-exploration tools are available on the website. Information to determine the
p.002006: Suitability is available at the latest four weeks before the start of registration on the website
p.002006: but no later than six months before the start of the academic year.
p.002006: (3) It is necessary to refrain from demonstrating those suitability criteria that are met if the essential requirements are met
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p.002006: of the issuing body are not to be translated.
p.002006: § 69. A leaving certificate shall be issued on application of a student terminating his / her studies without completing
p.002006: it successfully. The leaving certificate shall list all examinations taken by the student during his / her studies,
p.002006: and the assessments awarded. With regard to the examinations passed, only the positive assessments shall be stated.
p.002006: In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
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p.002006: Admission to extraordinary studies Admission to
p.002006: Non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to the extraordinary studies requires proof of any in the curriculum
p.002006: preconditions required for a university course.
p.002006: (2) Admission to the preparatory courses is at the latest until the age of 20
p.002006: possible. In addition, the universities are entitled in accordance with Section 6 (1) 16 to 21
p.002006: Curriculum for a preparatory course one admission age until completion of the
p.002006: 25th year of life if this is necessary due to the content of the course.
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to non-degree programs is conditional on proof that the applicant fulfils any requirements
p.002006: laid down in the curriculum of the certificate university program for further education concerned.
p.002006: (2) Eligibility for admission to preparatory continuing education courses shall cease on the applicant’s 21st
p.002006: birthday. The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall be entitled to provide for admission to
p.002006: preparatory continuing education courses up to the applicant’s 26th birthday if this is necessitated by the course
p.002006: contents.
p.002006: (3) After the expiry of the admission due to the negative assessment at the last permissible repetition of one
p.002006: Exam is the new admission for this university course excluded.
p.002006: (3) Upon expiry of an admission due to failure of the last permissible repetition of an examination renewed admission
p.002006: to the certificate university program for further education concerned shall be excluded.
p.002006: Expiry of admission to extraordinary studies Expiry of
p.002006: Admission to non-degree programs
p.002006: § 71. (1) Admission expires if the student § 71. (1) Admission
p.002006: shall expire if a student:
p.002006: 1. withdraws from your studies, 1.
p.002006: deregisters from the program;
p.002006: 2. fails to report the continuation of studies, 2. fails to
p.002006: register for the continuation of studies;
p.002006: 3. in the case of an examination prescribed for her or his studies at the last permitted repetition
p.002006: was judged negatively or
p.002006: 4. In the case of jointly established university courses in accordance with Section 39 (1) HG, admission to a regular course of study
p.002006: loses (Section 61 (1) 4 HG),
p.002006: 5. The university course through the positive assessment at the last prescribed examination
p.002006: has completed,
p.002006: 6. exceeds the maximum duration of study specified in the curriculum of a university course
p.002006: or
p.002006: 7. is excluded from extraordinary studies for the reason stated in § 68 Para. 1 No. 8.
p.002006: (2) The expiry of the admission is in the cases of paragraph 1 nos. 3, 4 and 6 of the student concerned
p.002006: to be communicated in writing. The Rectorate has to issue an assessment notice on application.
p.002006: 3. fails the last permissible repetition of an examination prescribed for his / her programs of study;
p.002006: 4. in the case of jointly offered university programs for further education under § 39 para 1 HG has lost the
p.002006: right to admission to the degree program (§ 61 para 1 subpara 4 HG;
p.002006: 5. has completed the certificate university program for further education by passing the last prescribed examination;
p.002006: 6. exceeds the maximum duration of a certificate university program for further education, or
p.002006: 7. is excluded from the non-degree program for the reason stated in § 68 para 1 subpara 8.
p.002006: (2) The expiry of the admission in the cases of para 1 subparas 3, 4 and 6 shall be notified to the student in
p.002006: writing. Upon application, the rectorate shall issue a notification of assessment.
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p.002006: 3a. section
p.002006: Chapter 3a
p.002006: Access regulations in the context of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Admission Regulations in the Context of the Future Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities Rights and
p.002006: Duties of Students
p.002006: aims
p.002006: Objectives
p.002006: Section 71a. In the course of implementing a capacity-oriented, student-related
p.002006: University funding should include the number of active studies and the number of
p.002006: completed studies at universities.
p.002006: Section 71a. As part of the implementation of a capacity-oriented, student-based funding of universities, the
p.002006: proportion of students who actively take examinations as well as the number of degrees awarded at universities shall be
p.002006: Increased.
p.002006: Admission to particularly popular Bachelor and Diploma programs Admission to Very Popular
p.002006: Bachelor and Diploma Programs
p.002006: Section 71b. (1) In the fields of study or studies that are particularly popular throughout Austria, the
p.002006: Austria-wide minimum number of study places for new students per
p.002006: The academic year and field of study or study are defined as follows:
p.002006: Section 71b. (1) For the very popular fields of education or degree programs throughout Austria, the following
p.002006: number of study places shall be offered for first-year students for each academic year and field of education or
p.002006: degree programs:
p.002006: Field of study / study Minimum number of Field of
p.002006: education / study programs Total number
p.002006: Architecture and urban planning * 2,020
p.002006: Architecture and town planning * 2,020
p.002006: Biology and biochemistry ** 3,700
p.002006: Biology and biochemistry ** 3,700
p.002006: Educational Science 1,460
p.002006: Educational science 1,460
p.002006: Foreign languages 3,020
p.002006: Foreign languages 3,020
p.002006: Computer science 2,800
p.002006: Computer science 2,800
p.002006: Management and Administration / Economy and Administration, general / Economics
p.002006: 10,630 Management and administration / business and administration, general / economic sciences
p.002006: 10.630
p.002006: Pharmacy 1,370
p.002006: Pharmacology 1,370
p.002006: Journalism and Communication Science 1,530 Media and
p.002006: communication studies 1,530
p.002006: Law
p.002006: 4,300 Law
p.002006: 4,300
p.002006: * Exceptions are the studies at the University of Applied Arts Vienna and the University of Art
p.002006: and industrial design Linz and at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: ** Exceptions are studies for which access regulations according to § 124b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 21/2015 have passed and exist in accordance with Section 71c.
p.002006: (2) The distribution of the number of study places specified in Paragraph 1 among the individual universities is within the scope
p.002006: performance agreements.
p.002006: * exempt are degree programs at the University of Applied Art Vienna, the University of Art and Design Linz, and the
p.002006: Academy of Fine Art Vienna.
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p.002006: (3) If a university has standardized data-based evidence, it can
p.002006: University in the distribution of the number of study places for new students for
p.002006: a field of study or study according to paragraphs 1 and 2 the infrastructure-related capacities or physical
p.002006: Places, the demand on the job market, research strength and the previous figures of the actual
p.002006: New students are taken into account. By considering
p.002006: University-specific factors may total the minimum number of offers to be offered throughout Austria in accordance with Paragraph 1
p.002006: be increased or decreased by up to 20%.
p.002006: (4) In the fields of study or studies covered by Paragraph 1, the rectorate of each university at which the relevant
p.002006: Degree is entitled to admission to this degree by regulation either
p.002006: through an admission procedure before admission or through the selection of students up to one semester at the longest
p.002006: to regulate after admission, with elements of an admission process in the sense of a multi-level design also with
p.002006: Elements of a selection process can be connected. Before setting the admission or
p.002006: Selection process by the Rectorate gives the Senate the opportunity to comment within
p.002006: to give six weeks. The decision by the rectorate has to be made by April 30th at the latest
p.002006: the following academic year.
p.002006: (5) In the jointly set up studies included in paragraph 1 according to
p.002006: Section 51 (2) no.27 are the rectorates of the participating universities and public teacher training colleges
p.002006: authorized to do so by ordinances of the same order or the responsible bodies of
p.002006: recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for the implementation of
p.002006: Universities of applied sciences and private universities are authorized to publish the same
p.002006: Agreements for admission to this degree either through an admission process prior to admission or
p.002006: through the selection of students up to a maximum of one semester after admission, with elements of one
p.002006: Admission process in the sense of a multi-stage design, also with elements of a selection process
p.002006: can be connected. Before determining or agreeing the admission or
p.002006: Selection process by the rectorate or the responsible bodies of recognized private
p.002006: Pedagogical universities, institutions for the implementation of technical college courses and
p.002006: Private universities is the Senate or the responsible bodies of recognized private pedagogues
p.002006: Universities, institutions for the implementation of technical college courses
p.002006: (3) If a university has standardized data-based records, the infrastructure-related capacities or physical places, the
p.002006: demand on the labor market, research performance as well as previous figures on the actual number of first-year
p.002006: students can be taken into consideration for the distribution of the number of study places for first-year students for
p.002006: a field of education or study program according to paras 1 and 2 at this university. By taking into consideration
p.002006: university-specific factors, the minimum number of study places to be offered throughout Austria according to para 1
p.002006: may be increased or reduced by up to a total of 20%.
p.002006: (4) For the fields of education or degree programs under para 1, the rectorate of each university at which the
p.002006: respective degree program is offered shall have the right to limit admission to this degree program by decree
p.002006: either by means of an admission procedure prior to admission or by selecting students no later than one semester after
p.002006: admission, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level design, be combined with
p.002006: elements of a selection procedure. Before the rectorate determines the admission or selection procedure, the senate
p.002006: shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six weeks. The rectorate's decision shall be taken by April 30 at
p.002006: the latest in order to become effective in the following academic year.
p.002006: (5) For the jointly offered study programs according to § 51 para 2 subpara 27 mentioned under para
p.002006: 1, the rectorates of the universities and public university colleges of teacher education involved shall
p.002006: have the right to limit admission to this study program by decrees to be enacted identically, or the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, by agreements to be published
p.002006: identically. Admission may be limited either by means of an admission procedure prior to admission or by
p.002006: selecting students no later than one semester after admission, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the
p.002006: sense of a multi-level design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Before the rectorate determines, or
p.002006: the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities agree on the admission or selection
p.002006: procedure, the senate or the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education,
p.002006: institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities,
p.002006: respectively, shall have the opportunity to give an opinion within six weeks. The
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p.002006: and give private universities the opportunity to comment within six weeks. The definition
p.002006: by the rectorate or the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education,
p.002006: Institutions for the implementation of university of applied sciences and private universities have until April 30th at the latest
p.002006: in order to take effect from the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) Within the framework of the admission or selection process in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5, the Rectorate shall within one
p.002006: to provide for a mandatory registration of applicants. The
p.002006: Procedure may only be carried out if the number of registered
p.002006: Applicants for the number of students stipulated in the performance agreement in accordance with paragraphs 2 and 3
p.002006: Study places for new students per course. The number remains
p.002006: of the registered applicants under the in the performance agreement in accordance with paragraphs 2 and 3
p.002006: fixed number of study places for new students
p.002006: - Beginners per course of study, these are registered applicants if the general is available
p.002006: In any case, admit requirements according to § 63. In addition, the university has until reaching the per degree
p.002006: admitted number of applicants for a corresponding
p.002006: Studies are already registered at another university.
p.002006: (7) The admission or selection process in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5 must be organized by the university in such a way that in particular
p.002006: the following requirements apply:
p.002006: 1. Review of the one that corresponds to the training requirements of the respective course
p.002006: performance-related criteria;
p.002006: 2. Ensuring that the admission or selection process does not result in any gender discrimination
p.002006: as well as social background;
p.002006: 3. Timely and free provision of the examination material on the homepage of the university (at
p.002006: Admission procedure before admission no later than four months before the examination date, for selection procedures after the
p.002006: Admission at the beginning of the relevant semester at the latest) and
p.002006: 4. a multi-level design of the admission or selection process. Any oral components can only
p.002006: be part of the admission or selection process and must not be part of the admission or selection process
p.002006: occur. Furthermore, the oral
p.002006: decision of the rectorate, or the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education,
p.002006: institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively,
p.002006: shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) As part of the admission or selection procedure under paras 4 and 5, the rectorate shall require a mandatory
p.002006: registration of all applicants within a period stipulated. The procedure shall only take place, if the number of
p.002006: registered applicants exceeds the number of places for first-year students for a degree program stipulated
p.002006: in the performance agreement under paras 2 and 3. If the number of registered applicants does not exceed
p.002006: the number of places for first-year students for a degree program stipulated in the performance agreement under paras
p.002006: 2 and 3, these registered applicants shall be admitted, if they meet the general requirements under § 63. Furthermore,
p.002006: the university shall also admit applicants who are already registered for a corresponding degree program at
p.002006: another university, until the number laid down for a degree program has been reached.
p.002006: (7) The university shall design the admission or selection procedure under paras 4 and 5 in a manner that
p.002006: particularly the following criteria are met:
p.002006: 1. Testing performance-based criteria relevant to the educational requirements of the respective degree programs;
p.002006: 2. Ensuring that the admission or selection procedure does not discriminate against any persons on the basis
p.002006: of gender or social origin;
p.002006: 3. making the examinable material accessible on the university's website in good time and free of charge (for
p.002006: admission procedures prior to admission no later than four months before the examination date, for selection
p.002006: procedures after admission no later than the beginning of the respective semester); and
p.002006: 4. designing admission or selection procedures that consist of multiple stages. Oral examinations, if applicable, may
p.002006: only be a part of the admission and selection procedure and shall not take place at the beginning of the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure. Furthermore, oral examinations shall not
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p.002006: Components are not the only criterion for passing the admission or selection process.
p.002006: Section 41 B-GlBG applies to the implementation of the admission or selection process. Provided in the selection process
p.002006: Examinations are provided, the provisions of this Federal Act apply to the repetitions. Also the
p.002006: Repetition of positive assessments is permitted. Examination dates are generally once a semester
p.002006: offer. Section 58 (8) does not apply.
p.002006: (8) Governs a rectorate of a university or a public teacher training college or
p.002006: regulate the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for
p.002006: Conducting university of applied sciences and private universities in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5
p.002006: a study by regulation or agreement either through an admission procedure before admission or
p.002006: through the selection of the students up to one semester after admission at the latest, if possible
p.002006: Dates for registration and implementation of the procedure, the requirements and the course of the
p.002006: Procedure and the test material relevant to the successful completion of the procedure with the others
p.002006: Universities, universities of teacher education, facilities for carrying out
p.002006: Coordinate universities of applied sciences and private universities at which this course is set up.
p.002006: (9) If an applicant does not study after completing the admission process
p.002006: admitted, her or him is her or his request from the rectorate
p.002006: issue. The applicant has the right to object to this decision before the
p.002006: Federal Administrative Court to lodge an appeal. Section 46 (2) second to fourth sentences are not applicable.
p.002006: Additional provisions for admission to the studies affected by the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: Section 71c. (1) The Rectorate can be used in the Bachelor, Master, Diploma and Doctoral programs by the German
p.002006: Nationwide Numerus Clausus studies in medicine, psychology, veterinary medicine and dentistry are affected by access
p.002006: either through an admission procedure before admission or through the selection of students up to two
p.002006: Restrict semesters after admission, whereby elements of an admission process in the sense of a
p.002006: multi-stage design can also be combined with elements of a selection process. Before this
p.002006: The determination must give the Senate the opportunity to comment within a period of six weeks
p.002006: must be reimbursed. The
p.002006: be the sole criterion for successfully completing the admission or selection procedure.
p.002006: Section 41 of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act (B-GlBG) shall apply to the implementation of the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure. If the selection procedure is to include examinations, re-sits shall be subject
p.002006: to the provisions of this act. Examinations that have been passed may be repeated. Generally, examination dates
p.002006: shall be offered once per semester. Section 58 para 8 shall not apply.
p.002006: (8) If the rectorate of a university or a public university college of teacher education has, or the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, have regulated
p.002006: admission to a study program according to paras 4 and 5 by decree or agreement, either by an admission procedure
p.002006: prior to admission, or by selecting students no later than one semester after admission, the registration dates and the
p.002006: dates for the procedure, the requirements for and the procedure as such, as well as the examinable material
p.002006: relevant for its successful completion shall, wherever possible, be coordinated with the other universities, university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private
p.002006: universities offering the same study programs.
p.002006: (9) If an applicant is not admitted to the study program after completion of the admission procedure, the
p.002006: rectorate shall, upon request, issue an official notification in this regard. The applicant shall be entitled
p.002006: to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against this official notification. Section 46 para 2, second to fourth
p.002006: sentence, shall not apply.
p.002006: Supplementary Provisions Relating to the Admission to Degree Programs Subject to the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: Section 71c. (1) The rectorate may limit admission to bachelor's and master's as well as diploma and doctoral programs
p.002006: that are subject to German nation-wide numerous-clausus restrictions in medicine, psychology, veterinary
p.002006: medicine and dental medicine by means of either an admission procedure prior to admission or a selection up to two
p.002006: semesters after admission at the latest, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level
p.002006: design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Prior to such a decision, the senate shall have the
p.002006: opportunity to give its opinion within a period of six weeks. The rectorate shall submit its decision,
p.002006: together with any opinion expressed by the senate, for approval
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p.002006: The Rectorate has the approval of the University Council for approval, including any opinion from the Senate
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p.002006: number of study places for first-year students shall be offered gradually for each academic year and degree
p.002006: programs nationally with a view to a demand-oriented growth in study places:
p.002006: Total studies
p.002006: Study programs Total number
p.002006: Human and dentistry up to 2,000 human and
p.002006: dental medicine Up to 2,000 psychology
p.002006: 1,300 psychology
p.002006: 1,300 veterinary medicine
p.002006: up to 250 veterinary medicine
p.002006: Up to 250
p.002006: (3) In the studies pursuant to Paragraph 2, the performance agreement of those universities at which the
p.002006: relevant studies are offered, a determination of the number of study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners in terms of a needs-based study place development and under
p.002006: Consideration of previous student numbers. In the study of human medicine, the protection of the
p.002006: to ensure protection interests regulated in paragraph 5.
p.002006: (3) For the degree programs under para 2, the performance agreements of those universities offering the respective
p.002006: programs shall stipulate the number of study places for students beginning their studies with a view to a
p.002006: demand-oriented growth in study places and taking into account the past number of students. In the degree programs
p.002006: for human medicine and dental medicine, it shall be ensured that the interests under para 5 are also protected.
p.002006: (4) Section 71b (7) with the exception of Z 4 and (9) shall apply. (4) Section 71b para 7, with the
p.002006: exception of subpara 4, and para 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (5) In the human medicine course, the right to education and access to higher education is held by the owners
p.002006: and holders of secondary school-leaving certificates issued in Austria due to increased influx of owners
p.002006: Maturity certificates not issued in Austria are severely restricted and public health
p.002006: including maintaining a balanced, accessible and high-quality medical
p.002006: Supply to the population is impaired. Without prejudice to the admission procedure in accordance with Paragraph 1, the
p.002006: 95% of the total study places for the homogeneity of the education system in the study of human medicine
p.002006: New students to EU citizens and them with regard to the
p.002006: Subject to equal access to study programs. 75% of the total study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners are available to holders of secondary school leaving certificates issued in Austria.
p.002006: (6) The Rectorate is entitled, in other medical and veterinary studies, to
p.002006: Admission to these studies by regulation either through an admission process prior to admission or
p.002006: through the selection of students up to one semester after admission at the latest
p.002006: (5) For the programs in human medicine, the right to education and to access to higher education of persons with
p.002006: Austrian secondary-school leaving certificates has been substantially curtailed due to the increased influx of persons
p.002006: with foreign secondary-school leaving certificates, and public health including the maintenance of comprehensive and
p.002006: high-quality medical care accessible to the entire population, is affected. Regardless of the admission procedure under
p.002006: para 1, a total of 95% of all places for first-year students in the program in human medicine shall be reserved for
p.002006: EU citizens and those persons who are accorded the same rights to access to higher education in order to safeguard
p.002006: the homogeneity of the education system. 75% of all places for first-year students are reserved for students with
p.002006: Austrian secondary school leaving certificates.
p.002006: (6) For the other medical and veterinary programs, the rectorate shall have the right to limit admission to these
p.002006: programs by decree by means of either an admission procedure prior to admission or the selection of students
p.002006: up to one semester after admission at the latest, in that elements of an admission procedure
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p.002006: regulate, whereby elements of an admission process in the sense of a multi-level design also with elements of a
p.002006: Selection process can be connected. Section 71b (7) with the exception of numbers 4 and 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (7) If examinations are provided in the selection process, the provisions apply to the repetitions
p.002006: of this federal law. Repetition of positively assessed examinations is also permitted. examination dates
p.002006: are generally to be offered once a semester. Section 58 (8) does not apply.
p.002006: Admission to bachelor and diploma courses that are particularly in high demand at a university
p.002006: Section 71d. (1) The Federal Minister is authorized ex officio or at the request of the person concerned
p.002006: University or universities by ordinance in study fields or studies at a university
p.002006: There is a particularly high demand for a number of study places for new students
p.002006: to lay down and authorize the Rectorate to either admit to this degree by ordinance
p.002006: an admission procedure before admission or through the selection of students up to one semester after the
p.002006: Admission to regulate, with elements of an admission process in the sense of a multi-level design also with
p.002006: Elements of a selection process can be connected. Before determining the admission
p.002006: or selection process by the Rectorate gives the Senate the opportunity to comment within
p.002006: of six weeks to give. The decision by the rectorate has to be made by April 30th at the latest
p.002006: to take effect in the following academic year.
p.002006: (2) In the jointly covered by the regulation according to paragraph 1
p.002006: Studies according to
p.002006: Section 51 (2) no.27 are the rectorates of the participating universities and public teacher training colleges
p.002006: authorized to do so by ordinances of the same order or the responsible bodies of
p.002006: recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for the implementation of
p.002006: Universities of applied sciences and private universities are authorized to publish the same
p.002006: Agreements for admission to this degree either through an admission process prior to admission or
p.002006: through the selection of students up to a maximum of one semester after admission, with elements of one
p.002006: Admission process in the sense of a multi-stage design, also with elements of a selection process
p.002006: can be connected. Before determining or agreeing the admission or
p.002006: Selection process by the rectorate or the responsible organs of
p.002006: may, in the sense of a multi-level design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Section 71b para 7, with the
p.002006: exception of subpara 4, and para 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (7) If the selection procedure is to include examinations, re-sits shall be subject to the provisions of this Act.
p.002006: Examinations that have been passed may be repeated. Examination dates shall be offered once per semester. Section 58 para 8
p.002006: shall not apply.
p.002006: Admission to Very Popular Bachelor's and Diploma Programs at a University
p.002006: Section 71d. (1) The Federal Minister shall, acting ex officio or on application of the university or universities affected,
p.002006: be entitled to, by decree, determine a number of study places for first-year students in very popular fields
p.002006: of education or study programs at a university and may empower the rectorate to regulate admission to this study
p.002006: programs by decree, either by means of an admission procedure prior to admission or by selecting students no later
p.002006: than one semester after admission, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level
p.002006: design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Before the rectorate determines the admission or selection
p.002006: procedure, the senate shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six weeks. The rectorate's decision shall
p.002006: be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following academic year.
p.002006: (2) For the jointly offered study programs according to § 51 para 2 subpara 27 mentioned under para
p.002006: 1, the rectorates of the universities and public university colleges of teacher education involved or the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, shall have
p.002006: the right to limit admission to this study program by decrees to be enacted identically or by
p.002006: agreements to be published identically, respectively. Admission may be limited either by means of an admission
p.002006: procedure prior to admission or by selecting students no later than one semester after admission, in that elements of
p.002006: an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure.
p.002006: Before the rectorate determines, or the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education, institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities agree on,
p.002006: the admission or selection procedure, the senate or the
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p.002006: recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for the implementation of
p.002006: Universities of Applied Sciences and private universities are recognized by the Senate or the responsible bodies
p.002006: private universities of teacher education, institutions for the implementation of technical college courses and
p.002006: To give private universities the opportunity to comment within six weeks. The determination by
p.002006: the rectorate or the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions
p.002006: for the implementation of university of applied sciences and private universities has to take place by April 30th at the latest
p.002006: to take effect from the following academic year.
p.002006: (3) A field of study or study is particularly in demand if either
p.002006: 1. the average supervision ratio of the last five years of study in the relevant field of study or
p.002006: Studied at this university 1.75 times the supervision level of the relevant field of study or study
p.002006: and in this field of study or study on average over the past five years
p.002006: More than 500 bachelor, master and diploma studies active in Austria were taken or
p.002006: 2. the number of new students in the relevant field of study or study within two
p.002006: Academic years increases by more than 50% and the absolute number of 200 new students
p.002006: - Beginners is exceeded, and at the same time the number of active Bachelor and
p.002006: Diploma studies in the relevant field of study or study within two academic years increases by more than 25%
p.002006: and exceeding the absolute number of 500 bachelor and diploma courses active in exams.
p.002006: (4) The university has to prove the requirements according to paragraph 3 on the basis of harmonized data
p.002006: provide. In the course of this proof it must be demonstrated, among other things, that the university has in recent years
p.002006: Resources shifted to the relevant field of study or study or any organizational measures
p.002006: has set. When determining critical supervisory relationships or capacities in a field of study or study
p.002006: the Federal Minister has the option, within the framework of the performance agreement or one
p.002006: Addendum to the performance agreement university or location-related solutions for suitable
p.002006: To obtain study place numbers.
p.002006: (5) The number of minimum study places to be offered for beginners
p.002006: per field of study or study is through the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, shall have the opportunity to
p.002006: give an opinion within six weeks. The decision of the rectorate, or the competent bodies of recognized private
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and
p.002006: private universities, respectively, shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the
p.002006: following academic year.
p.002006: (3) A field of education or study program, respectively, is very popular if either
p.002006: 1. the average student-teacher ratio of the past five academic years in the respective field of education or
p.002006: study programs at this university exceeds the reference value for the respective field of education or study programs
p.002006: by 1.75 times, and, on average over the past five academic years, more than
p.002006: 500 students actively taking examinations were enrolled in bachelor's, master's and diploma programs
p.002006: throughout Austria, or
p.002006: 2. the number of first-year students in the respective field of education or study program increases by more than 50%
p.002006: within a period of two academic years and exceeds the absolute number of 200 first-year students, and, at the same
p.002006: time, the number of students actively taking examinations in bachelor's and diploma programs in the respective
p.002006: field of education or study program increases by more than 25% within a period of two academic years and
p.002006: exceeds the absolute number of 500 students actively taking examinations in bachelor's and diploma programs.
p.002006: (4) The university shall provide proof of the needs according to para 3 based on harmonized data. In the course of
p.002006: providing proof, the university shall, i.a., describe the shifting of resources during the last years towards
p.002006: the respective field of education or study programs as well as any organizational measures it has taken. If the
p.002006: student-teacher ratios or capacities in a field of education or study programs are found to be critical, the
p.002006: Federal Minister shall have the option, within the framework of the performance agreement or a supplementary
p.002006: agreement, to effect university- or location-specific solutions for providing adequate numbers of study places.
p.002006: (5) The minimum number of study places for first-year students to be offered per field of education or study programs
p.002006: shall be determined by decree according
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p.002006: Ordinance according to Paragraph 1 based on the indicators "Number of new students
p.002006: - Beginners in bachelor and diploma studies (excluding incoming students) ”(indicator 1),“ Number of active exams
p.002006: Bachelor and diploma studies in the first year of study ”(indicator 2) and“ Number of degrees
p.002006: in Bachelor and Diploma Studies ”(Indicator 3), whereby Indicator 1 with a share of 25%, the
p.002006: Indicator 2 with a share of 50% and indicator 3 with a share of 25% must be weighted.
p.002006: (6) The definition of the supervision standard in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 1, the definition, data basis and calculation of the
p.002006: Supervision ratio according to Paragraph 3 No. 1 in Bachelor, Master and Diploma studies as well as the number of
p.002006: examination-active bachelor's, master's and diploma studies in accordance with paragraph 3 lines 1 and 2 as well as the definition,
p.002006: The data basis and the calculation of the indicators in accordance with paragraph 5 is provided in the regulation in accordance with paragraph 1.
p.002006: to para 1 based on the indicators “Number of first-year students in bachelor's and diploma programs (excluding
p.002006: incoming students) ”(indicator 1),“ Number of students actively taking examinations in bachelor's and diploma
p.002006: programs in the first year of studies ”(indicator 2) as well as“ Number of graduates in bachelor's and diploma
p.002006: programs ”(indicator 3). In that, indicator 1 shall account for a share of 25%, indicator 2 for 50% and indicator 3
p.002006: for 25%.
p.002006: (6) The decree according to para 1 shall comprise the determination of the reference value for the
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p.002006: (6) Universities shall, on application of a foreign student, issue him / her a certificate of successful
p.002006: course completion from the second year of study onwards, if he / she has passed examinations equivalent to at least 16
p.002006: ECTS credits or 8 semester hours.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed study programs according to § 58 para 11 shall be specified in the graduation certificate
p.002006: by a reference to the requirements modified by official notification.
p.002006: 4a. section
p.002006: Chapter 4a
p.002006: Admission and supplementary exams, courses and exams
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations, Courses and Examinations
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Exams Admission and
p.002006: Supplementary examinations
p.002006: Section 75. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has technically suitable examiners
p.002006: or to use examiners for the admission and supplementary exams
p.002006: determine and
p.002006: § 75. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall appoint academically qualified examiners for the
p.002006: admission and supplementary examinations; these persons shall determine the method of examination, and
p.002006: determine whether the examination is to be heard by a single examiner or an examination board.
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p.002006: to determine whether this is to be taken as an individual examination or as a committee examination.
p.002006: (2) Becomes a university course in preparation for a supplementary exam
p.002006: established, its positive completion counts as a supplementary examination.
p.002006: (2) If a university further education course is held to prepare students for a supplementary examination,
p.002006: its successful completion shall be deemed equivalent to such examination.
p.002006: (3) Admission tests can be repeated indefinitely. (3) Admission
p.002006: examinations may be repeated without limitation.
p.002006: Courses and exams
p.002006: Courses and examinations
p.002006: § 76. (1) A list of courses is to be given at least once a year
p.002006: publish what information about the title, the type, the time and the place of the holding
p.002006: Includes courses.
p.002006: (2) The heads of the lectures have the students in before each semester
p.002006: suitably about the goals, the contents and the methods of their courses as well as about the contents that
p.002006: Methods, the assessment criteria and the assessment standards of the
p.002006: Inform course exams.
p.002006: (3) Courses can include distance learning elements and
p.002006: electronic learning environments are offered. Suitable learning materials must be provided. The
p.002006: Before the start of the course, students are informed about the concept of the course and the content,
p.002006: the methods and the assessment criteria and the assessment standards of the
p.002006: Inform course exams.
p.002006: (4) For examinations that are carried out in the form of a single examination process
p.002006: Examination dates must be scheduled for the beginning, the middle and the end of each semester.
p.002006: § 76. (1) An index of courses, providing details of the designation, type, time and place of the courses to be held in
p.002006: each semester, shall be published at least once per academic year.
p.002006: (2) The teachers of courses shall, at the start of each semester, inform students appropriately of the objectives,
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p.002006: (4) In the case of receiving a negative assessment, students shall be entitled to repeat internships in the framework
p.002006: of the pedagogic-practical studies indicated by the curriculum once. To avoid cases that would lead to particular
p.002006: hardship, a second repetition may be permitted if the repeated negative assessment can be attributed to special
p.002006: circumstances for which the student is not responsible.
p.002006: (5) Setting of deadlines for repetitions of examinations and making them conditional on taking course
p.002006: examinations is impermissible.
p.002006: Recognition of exams
p.002006: Recognition of examinations
p.002006: Section 78. (1) Upon application by the ordinary student, exams are assessed as positive, provided that they pass the
p.002006: the examinations prescribed in the curriculum are equivalent, from for study law matters
p.002006: to approve the responsible body if it
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution,
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institution, the access to which is general university entrance qualification
p.002006: requires
p.002006: 3. at a vocational high school in those required for future employment
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 4. at a higher institute for teacher and educator training in the necessary for future professional activity
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 5. in general higher education schools with special attention to the arts
p.002006: or athletic training in artistic and artistic-scientific as well as athletic and
p.002006: sporty-scientific subjects, or
p.002006: § 78. (1) On application of the degree student concerned, examinations passed by students shall be recognized by the
p.002006: officer responsible for study matters by official notification, provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed
p.002006: by the curriculum, if taken
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institutions for which an admission requirement is the
p.002006: general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 3. at a higher vocational schools, in those subjects which are required for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 4. at a school for the training of teachers and non-teaching supervisory staff, in those subjects which are required
p.002006: for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 5. at academic secondary schools with a particular emphasis on music or sports education, in artistic and
p.002006: artistic-scientific subjects as well as in sportive and sportive-scientific subjects; or
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p.002006: 6. at Austrian conservatoires with public law 6. at Austrian public
p.002006: conservatories.
p.002006: were filed. Those at a domestic post-secondary educational institution or at a recognized
p.002006: Post-secondary educational institution of an EU or EEA state for a subject passed exams are for
p.002006: the same subject in the further study of the same course at another domestic university in any case
p.002006: to be recognized if the ECTS credit points are the same or differ only slightly. Such recognitions
p.002006: can generally be specified in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The recognition of examinations contrary to the provisions of
p.002006: § 63 paragraphs 8 and 9 have been taken at another university or teacher training college is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific activity in companies or research institutions
p.002006: outside of the university and outside of the involved in the case of jointly established studies
p.002006: Educational institutions that can provide academic vocational training are in accordance with Art
p.002006: the research activities and research projects of the institution concerned and the type and scope of the
p.002006: Participation or activity of the student according to the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: or recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (4) The artistic activity at institutions outside the university and at jointly established
p.002006: Studies outside the educational institutions involved, which is an artistic
p.002006: Being able to provide vocational training depends on the type of artistic activity and the type and scope
p.002006: the participation or activity of the student in accordance with the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (5) For teacher training and instrumental (vocal), religious and business education studies
p.002006: are relevant occupational activities with educational elements in accordance with the equivalence on request
p.002006: of the regular student on appropriate practice-oriented courses
p.002006: to be officially recognized as an examination.
p.002006: (6) At the request of ordinary students who want to carry out part of their studies abroad
p.002006: determine, by decision, which of the planned examinations corresponds to the examinations prescribed in the curriculum
p.002006: are equivalent. The documents required for the assessment are from the applicant
p.002006: required.
p.002006: Examinations taken at a domestic university or a university in the European Union or European Economic Area shall be
p.002006: recognized for further study of the same subject at another domestic university provided that the number of ECTS
p.002006: credits is the same or only slightly different. Such recognition may be generally prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum.
p.002006: (2) Recognition of examinations taken at another university or university college of teacher education which
p.002006: contravene the provisions of § 63 paras 8 and 9 is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific research at business establishments or research establishments outside the university and in
p.002006: jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions concerned, capable of providing preparatory
p.002006: scientific training shall, by official notification, be recognized as equivalent to examinations on application of a
p.002006: degree student if the nature of the research and the research projects at the establishment concerned,
p.002006: and the nature and extent of the student’s participation therein or activities is comparable.
p.002006: (4) Artistic activities outside the university and in jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions
p.002006: concerned, capable of providing pre-vocational artistic vocational education shall be recognized as equivalent to
p.002006: examinations on application of a degree student if the nature of the activities, and the nature and extent of the
p.002006: student’s participation therein is comparable.
p.002006: (5) In the case of teacher training programs as well as instrumental or vocal, religious, or economic educational
p.002006: programs, any relevant professional activities involving pedagogical skills shall, on application of a degree student
p.002006: and under the precondition of equivalence, be recognized, by official notification, as equivalent to an examination for
p.002006: respective practice-oriented courses.
p.002006: (6) In response to a request by a degree student to conduct part of his / her studies abroad, the university shall give
p.002006: notice of the examinations which such student plans to take which are deemed equivalent to those prescribed by
p.002006: the curriculum. The applicant shall submit the documents required to assess such equivalence.
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p.002006: (7) The recognition of an examination is considered to be the start of an examination and a positive assessment of the corresponding one in
p.002006: Curriculum prescribed exam in the course for which the exam is recognized.
p.002006: (8) Positive assessments that have been taken by extraordinary students are for ordinary ones
p.002006: Studies based on equivalence can only be recognized insofar as they
p.002006: (7) Recognition of an examination shall be deemed equivalent to a pass in the like examination prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum for the studies for which such examination is recognized.
p.002006: (8) Recognition may only be accorded to equivalent examinations passed by non-degree seeking students if taken
p.002006: 1. in the context of university courses or university courses, 1. in connection with
p.002006: university or university colleges further education
p.002006: courses;
p.002006: 2. before the complete examination or the university entrance qualification examination,
p.002006: 3. Before the entrance exam for the proof of sporting suitability for the study for which the exam
p.002006: should be recognized
p.002006: 4. Before the entrance examination for the proof of artistic suitability for the study for which the examination
p.002006: should be recognized, or
p.002006: 5. before the completion of the aptitude test for the teaching degree for which the examination
p.002006: should be recognized
p.002006: were filed.
p.002006: (9) At the request of the extraordinary student, exams that have been assessed positively are to be taken on a
p.002006: Educational institution in accordance with para. 1 were filed by the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organically recognized organ, insofar as it complies with the curriculum of the university course
p.002006: prescribed tests are equivalent.
p.002006: (10) In deviation from § 73 AVG, applications for recognition are to be submitted no later than two months after receipt of the application
p.002006: to decide by decision.
p.002006: 2. prior to passing the secondary-school leaving examination or university entrance qualification examination;
p.002006: 3. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of physical fitness, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: 4. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of artistic aptitude, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: 5. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of physical fitness, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: (9) On application of the non-degree seeking student concerned, examinations passed by students at an educational
p.002006: institution under para 1 shall be recognized by the officer responsible for study matters by official notification,
p.002006: provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed by the curriculum of the further education course.
p.002006: (10) Notwithstanding Section 73 General Administrative Procedure Act, official notifications for the recognition of
p.002006: examinations must be issued within two months of receipt of the applications.
p.002006: Legal protection for exams Legal Protection
p.002006: in respect of examinations
p.002006: Section 79. (1) No appeal is permitted against the assessment of an examination. If performing a negative
p.002006: assessed exam has a serious deficiency, that has for the study law matters
p.002006: competent body to revoke this examination upon request of the student with notice. The or the
p.002006: Students must submit the application within two weeks of the announcement of the assessment
p.002006: and the serious lack credible
p.002006: Section 79. (1) Appeals against the academic judgment of examiners shall be impermissible. If the manner in
p.002006: which an examination resulting in a negative assessment is conducted exhibits severe defects, the officer
p.002006: responsible for study matters shall, by official notification, annul the examination on application of the student.
p.002006: The student must make the application within two weeks of announcement
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p.002006: do. The start of the exam, which has been revoked, is not on the allowed number of
p.002006: Exam starts count.
p.002006: (2) Oral exams are open to the public. The examiner or the chairperson of a
p.002006: Examination board is entitled to admission if necessary on a spatial basis
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p.002006: (2) The body responsible for study law matters has the graduates of
p.002006: University courses after the positive assessment of all examinations and prescribed in the respective curriculum
p.002006: after delivery of the final written work provided for in the curriculum
p.002006: the master's degree or the academic name specified by a written notification immediately,
p.002006: however, to be awarded ex officio at the latest one month after the fulfillment of all requirements.
p.002006: (3) To support the international mobility of graduates, the award notice is
p.002006: to include an English language translation, naming the university and the issuing body
p.002006: as well as the academic degree or academic title are not to be translated. The
p.002006: Award notice must in any case contain the following information:
p.002006: § 87. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later
p.002006: than one month after fulfillment of all requirements, issue to graduates of degree programs, except extension
p.002006: programs, an official notification of the award of the designated academic degree upon successful
p.002006: completion of all examinations prescribed by the curriculum and acceptance of the academic thesis or artistic
p.002006: submission or the documentation of the artistic submission required by the diploma, master or doctoral program in
p.002006: question.
p.002006: (2) The officer responsible for study matters shall, acting ex officio, without delay and not later than one
p.002006: month after fulfillment of all requirements, issue to persons who have successfully completed a university
p.002006: further education course, including all the examinations and the possible final thesis prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum, an official notification of the award of the designated Master’s degree or academic designation.
p.002006: (3) In order to promote international mobility of graduates, an English translation shall be added to the
p.002006: awarding document, without translating the name of the university and of the issuing body as well as the academic
p.002006: degree or the academic designation. The notification of award shall, as a minimum, contain the following information:
p.002006: 1. the family name and first names, if necessary the birth name, 1. surname, first names and
p.002006: maiden name if different;
p.002006: 2. the date of birth and nationality, 2. date of
p.002006: birth and nationality;
p.002006: 3. the completed degree, 3.
p.002006: programs of study completed;
p.002006: 4. the academic degree or academic title awarded. 4. academic degree or academic
p.002006: designation awarded.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for an academic degree with the same wording are met more than once, then
p.002006: the same academic degree must also be awarded several times.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for the award of an academic degree with the same wording have been fulfilled
p.002006: more than once, the same academic degree shall be awarded more than once.
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p.002006: (5) If an ordinary course of study is completed on the basis of a joint study program,
p.002006: at least with a course of up to 120 ECTS credits
p.002006: 30 ECTS credit points, with a study scope of more than 120 ECTS credit points at least in each case
p.002006: 60 ECTS credit points have been earned under the responsibility of a partner institution, it is permissible, in addition
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p.002006: competent body of the admitting educational institution to award the academic degree, the
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the implementation of the course must be identified.
p.002006: (5) If a student successfully completes a joint diploma program comprising up to 120 ECTS credits of which at least
p.002006: 30 were obtained under the auspices of a partner institution, or more than 120 ECTS credits of which at least 60 were
p.002006: obtained under the auspices of a foreign partner institution, a document may be issued jointly with the partner
p.002006: institution or partner institutions in addition to the award of the academic degree.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly offered study programs according to § 54e, the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters at the educational institution which has admitted the student shall award the academic degree. The
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the study programs shall be specified in the document.
p.002006: (7) To support the international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: an attachment (diploma supplement) to the award notice in accordance with Article IX.3 of the Convention
p.002006: the recognition of qualifications in higher education in the European region, Federal Law Gazette III No. 71/1999,
p.002006: to join. The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has
p.002006: a regulation stipulates the form in which the diploma supplement is to be issued.
p.002006: Academic degree and academic title for the graduates of university courses
p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curricula of university courses, those in the respective subject may be international
p.002006: customary master's degrees to be set for the graduates of those university courses
p.002006: are to be lent, their access conditions, scope and requirements with access conditions,
p.002006: The scope and requirements of corresponding foreign master's programs are comparable.
p.002006: (2) If paragraph 1 does not apply, the academic name "Akademische ..." or
p.002006: "Academic ..." with an addition that characterizes the content of the respective university course
p.002006: be determined, which is to be awarded to the graduates of those university courses that at least
p.002006: Include 60 ECTS credits.
p.002006: (7) In the interest of international students and graduate mobility, a Diploma Supplement under Art IX.3 of the
p.002006: Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications Concerning Higher Education in the European Region, F.L.G. III No
p.002006: 71/1999, has to be attached to the official notification of the award. The Federal Minister of Education,
p.002006: Science and Research shall, by decree, determine the manner in which the Diploma Supplement is to be issued.
p.002006: Academic Degree and Academic Designation for Graduates of Certificate University Programs for Further Education
p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curriculum of a certificate university program for further education in the respective disciplines
p.002006: internationally common master's degrees may be laid down, which may be conferred upon the graduates of those
p.002006: certificate university programs for further education whose access requirements, scope and qualifications are
p.002006: comparable with the access requirements, scope and qualifications of corresponding foreign master's programs.
p.002006: (2) If para 1 is not applicable, the designation “Academic…” or “Academic…” with an addition
p.002006: specifying the contents of the respective further education course may be laid down, which shall be conferred upon the
p.002006: graduates of those further education courses that cover at least 60 ECTS credits.
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p.002006: Management of academic grade use
p.002006: of Academic Degrees
p.002006: Section 88. (1) Persons receiving a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: An academic degree has been awarded the right to obtain this in the in the
p.002006: Award certificate specified, also abbreviated, form, the academic degree including
p.002006: of a gender-specific addition.
p.002006: (1a) Persons from a domestic post-secondary educational institution or a
p.002006: recognized post-secondary institution of another contracting party to the EU accession treaty or another
p.002006: Contracting party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area was awarded an academic degree
p.002006: Right to enter this academic degree in abbreviated form without addition in accordance with paragraph 1 in public documents
p.002006: to demand.
p.002006: (2) "Mag.", "Dr." and "Dipl.-Ing." ("DI") are to be put in front of the name in the case of the tour, the
p.002006: other academic degrees are to be added to the name.
p.002006: Revocation of domestic academic degrees or academic titles
p.002006: § 89. The award notice is from the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organ to withdraw and move in if it subsequently emerges that the academic degree or the academic
p.002006: Designation in particular through fake certificates or by faking scientific
p.002006: or artistic achievements have been sneaked up.
p.002006: § 88. (1) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
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p.002006: Agreement on the European Economic Area shall be entitled to request the inclusion of this academic degree
p.002006: in the abbreviated form without a suffix under para 1 in official documents.
p.002006: (2) “Mag.”, “Dr.” and “Dipl.-Ing.” (“DI”) shall precede the name if used, and other academic degrees shall follow it.
p.002006: Revocation of Domestic Academic Degrees or Academic Designations
p.002006: § 89. The officer responsible for study matters shall revoke and recall the notification of award if it
p.002006: subsequently transpires that a the academic degree or the academic designation has been obtained by fraudulent means,
p.002006: in particular the use of counterfeit certificates or the pretence of scientific or artistic achievements.
p.002006: Section 7
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: nostrification
p.002006: Nostrification
p.002006: Section 90. (1) The application regarding the recognition of a foreign degree as a degree
p.002006: of a regular degree in Germany (nostrification) requires proof that the nostrification
p.002006: mandatory for the pursuit of a profession or the continuation of the training of the applicant in
p.002006: Austria is required. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) The application must be submitted to a university or a teacher training college at which the corresponding
p.002006: domestic degree is established. It is not permitted to submit the same application for nostrification at the same time or
p.002006: after
p.002006: § 90. (1) Acceptance of requests for the recognition of foreign degrees as domestic ones (nostrification)
p.002006: shall be conditional on the provision of that the nostrification is indispensable in Austria for the
p.002006: practice of the profession or the continuation of the education of the applicant. The detailed arrangements shall
p.002006: be established by the statute.
p.002006: (2) The application shall be directed to an Austrian university or university college of teacher
p.002006: education offering degrees corresponding to the original qualification. The same application for
p.002006: nostrification may not be submitted to more
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p.002006: To withdraw from another university or college of education.
p.002006: (3) The nostrification is notified by the body responsible for study law matters
p.002006: pronounce. The decision must state which domestic degree is the foreign one
p.002006: Degree and which domestic academic degree the applicant is applying for
p.002006: Position of the foreign academic degree based on the nostrification. The
p.002006: Nostrification is due on the certificate that was presented as proof of the foreign degree
p.002006: noted. Deviating from § 73 AVG, applications for nostrification must be submitted no later than three months after
p.002006: Decision to receive the complete documents by decision.
p.002006: (4) If equivalence is given in principle and only individual additions to the full one
p.002006: The body responsible for study law matters lacks equivalence
p.002006: Applicant to establish equivalence with notice of the filing of the
p.002006: required examinations and / or the preparation of a scientific work within
p.002006: within a reasonable time. The applicant is responsible for providing the supplement
p.002006: Admit applicants as extraordinary students or as extraordinary students.
p.002006: (5) The nostrification is to be revoked by notice, especially if it is counterfeit
p.002006: Certificates have been sneaked away.
p.002006: (6) The fee for the nostrification of a foreign degree is 150 euros. The tax is in
p.002006: To be paid in advance. It expires if the application for nostrification is rejected or withdrawn.
p.002006: than one university simultaneously, nor may it be resubmitted to a second university or university college of teacher
p.002006: education after its withdrawal.
p.002006: (3) Nostrification shall be awarded by the officer responsible for study matters by issuing official notifications
p.002006: thereof. Such official notification shall specify the domestic degree to which the foreign degree corresponds, and the
p.002006: domestic academic degree that the applicant is entitled to use instead of his / her foreign one in
p.002006: consequence of nostrification. A note recording the nostrification shall be put onto the awarding document of the
p.002006: foreign degree submitted. A decision on applications for the recognition of foreign degrees shall be made,
p.002006: notwithstanding Section 73 General Administrative Procedure Act, within a maximum of three months of receipt of the
p.002006: application by official notification.
p.002006: (4) In case that equivalence has been established basically and only certain supplementary qualifications
p.002006: are required for full equivalence, the officer responsible for study matters shall, by official notification,
p.002006: instruct the applicant to take the required examinations and / or write an academic thesis within a reasonable
p.002006: period. For the purpose of submission of the supplementary requirements, the applicant shall be admitted as a
p.002006: non-degree seeking student.
p.002006: (5) Nostrification shall be revoked if obtained by fraudulent means, in particular the use of counterfeit certificates.
p.002006: (6) The fee for nostrification of a foreign degree shall be € 150, payable in advance. It shall become
p.002006: forfeited if the application for nostrification is refused or withdrawn.
p.002006: Section 8
p.002006: Chapter 8
p.002006: Tuition fee regulations
p.002006: Provisions on Tuition Fees
p.002006: Tuition Fee
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p.002006: 100/2005, if they have the intended study time
p.002006: 1. a Bachelor's or Master's degree, with 30 ECTS credit points per semester
p.002006: correspond, or
p.002006: 2. a doctoral program or a section of a diploma program, or
p.002006: 3. an extension course in accordance with § 54a, with 30 ECTS credit points per semester
p.002006: correspond and, if necessary, is rounded up to whole semesters, or
p.002006: 4. an extension course in accordance with § 54b, whereby the planned study time for the
p.002006: Extension studies for the extension of the bachelor's program eight semesters and for the extension studies
p.002006: four semesters to expand the master’s program, or
p.002006: 5. an extension course in accordance with § 54c, whereby the planned study time is eight semesters,
p.002006: in order to exceed more than two semesters, pay a tuition fee of 363.36 euros for each semester. The
p.002006: The tuition fee increases by 10% within the grace period.
p.002006: (2) Ordinary students from third countries who do not fall under paragraph 1 and who have a residence permit
p.002006: for students in accordance with § 64 Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), Federal Law Gazette I No. 100/2005,
p.002006: have to pay a tuition fee of 726.72 euros for each semester.
p.002006: (3) Extraordinary students who only attend individual courses
p.002006: scientific subjects are admitted regardless of their nationality
p.002006: Tuition fee of 363.36 euros to be paid for each semester.
p.002006: (4) Students admitted to several studies, including at several universities and teacher training colleges
p.002006: are only required to pay the tuition once. This also applies to students who share one with
p.002006: A course of study established at a university of teacher education is permitted, with the tuition fee being collected
p.002006: done by the admitting educational institution.
p.002006: (5) The tuition fee must be paid in advance for each semester. The tuition fees remain
p.002006: respective university. The tuition fee of students who are one of several universities and or or
p.002006: pedagogical
p.002006: that for students under § 64 of the Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), F. L. G. I No. 100/2005, shall pay tuition fees
p.002006: in an amount of 363.36 € per semester, if they exceed the prescribed duration
p.002006: 1. of a bachelor's or master's program, with 30 ECTS credits corresponding to one semester, or
p.002006: 2. of a doctoral program or one stage of a diploma program, or
p.002006: 3. of an extension program under § 54a, with 30 ECTS credits corresponding to one semester
p.002006: and, where applicable, with rounding to whole semesters, or
p.002006: 4. of an extension program under § 54b, with counting the prescribed duration of an extension program for
p.002006: extending the bachelor's programs with eight semesters and of an extension program for extending the
p.002006: master's programs with two semesters, or
p.002006: 5. of an extension program under § 54c, with counting the prescribed duration of studies with eight
p.002006: semester,
p.002006: by more than two semesters. The tuition fees shall increase by 10 percent, if paid within the extension period.
p.002006: (2) Degree programs students from third countries who do not fulfill the requirements under para 1 and who
p.002006: have been granted a residence permit for students under § 64 of the Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), F. L.
p.002006: G. I No 100/2005, shall pay tuition fees in an amount of € 726.72 per semester.
p.002006: (3) Non-degree-seeking students who have been admitted exclusively to individual courses in scientific
p.002006: subjects shall pay tuition fees in an amount of
p.002006: € 363.36 per semester irrespective of their nationality.
p.002006: (4) Students who have been admitted to more than one programs, also at more than one university or university college
p.002006: of teacher education, shall be required to pay the tuition fee only once. This shall also apply to students
p.002006: who have been admitted to a program offered jointly with a university college of teacher education,
p.002006: whereupon the tuition fees shall be levied by the institution which has admitted the student.
p.002006: (5) The tuition fee shall be payable every semester in advance. The tuition fees shall be retained by the
p.002006: respective universities. Tuition fees of students who are enrolled in a study program established jointly by
p.002006: more than one university and / or
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p.002006: Universities can pursue jointly established courses or take part in several courses from different universities and
p.002006: or or universities of teacher education are among the participating universities and
p.002006: Allocate universities of teacher education according to an agreement to be concluded.
p.002006: (6) More detailed provisions on the collection of tuition fees are in an ordinance from the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research (Tuition Fee Ordinance).
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education or who have been admitted to more than one study program at different
p.002006: universities and / or university colleges of teacher education, shall be divided among the universities and
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education concerned, due to a relevant agreement.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall, by decree, enact more detailed provisions for the
p.002006: collection of tuition fees.
p.002006: Waiver and reimbursement of the tuition remission and
p.002006: Reimbursement of the Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 92. (1) The tuition fee is to be waived in particular by ordinary students
p.002006: 1. for the semesters in which you can demonstrate studies or practical training within the framework of transnational EU,
p.002006: state or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for the semesters in which they complete studies abroad due to mandatory provisions in the curriculum
p.002006: become;
p.002006: 3. when the foreign post-secondary educational institution they attended last with the
p.002006: Austrian university has concluded a partnership agreement, which also includes the
p.002006: mutual waiver of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. if you are a citizen of a country specified in the Tuition Fee Regulation, whereby
p.002006: the definition of the "Least Developed Countries" according to the "DAC List of ODA Recipients"
p.002006: orientated by the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the Organization for Economic Development
p.002006: Cooperation and Development (OECD) is created;
p.002006: 4. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: set period for semesters in which they can be proven to be due to illness or more than two months
p.002006: Pregnancy or through childcare obligations of children up to their 7th birthday or any later
p.002006: Were unable to enter school or were prevented from studying by other similar care obligations;
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p.002006: Have completed studies or internships abroad within the meaning of these provisions
p.002006: To pay the tuition later. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: (4) Insofar as students are more decisive in waiving the tuition fee due to incomplete or false information
p.002006: Culpably caused or stole facts, they are without prejudice to criminal liability
p.002006: pay the double tuition fee. The Rectorate has to order this by decision.
p.002006: 7. Students, if they received student grants under the Student Support Act 1992, F.L.G. No 305/1992, in the
p.002006: previous semester or receive them in the current semester.
p.002006: (2) An application for remission of the tuition fee shall be for the decision of the rectorate. The application for
p.002006: remission shall be accompanied by the necessary supporting documentary evidence.
p.002006: (3) Students granted remission under para 1 subparas 1 and 2 who have undertaken no study or work experience
p.002006: abroad in the meaning of these provisions during the term in question shall be obliged to pay the tuition fee
p.002006: retroactively. The rectorate shall order such payment.
p.002006: (4) Students obtaining remission of the tuition fee by wilfully providing incomplete or incorrect information
p.002006: with respect to material facts shall pay double the normal tuition fee without prejudice to legal action. The rectorate
p.002006: shall order such payment.
p.002006: (5) Students who are on leave do not have to pay tuition fees. (5) Students who have been
p.002006: granted academic leave shall not be required to pay
p.002006: the tuition fee.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research is entitled to do so
p.002006: Austria's priorities for measures to support and promote economic
p.002006: and social development through a regulation establishing states whose nationals from paying
p.002006: of the tuition fee can be exempted. The exemption takes place within the framework of the private sector administration
p.002006: On the basis of applications from the students. The Rectorate has four weeks to complete the exemption
p.002006: To decide on the application. There is no legal claim to the exemption.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall be entitled to designate by decree countries to
p.002006: whose nationals the tuition fee shall be reimbursed, in accordance with Austria’s priorities with respect to
p.002006: measures for the support and promotion of economic and social development. Reimbursements shall be made within the
p.002006: private sector administration on application of the students concerned. The fee shall be reimbursed within four
p.002006: weeks of application. There shall be no legal entitlement to reimbursement.
p.002006: Section 9
p.002006: Chapter 9
p.002006: Special provisions Special
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: Special provisions for Catholic theology special
p.002006: Provisions for Catholic Theology
p.002006: § 93. (1) If students transfer from a church theological school (Art.
p.002006: V § 1 of the concordat between the Holy See and the Republic of Austria) to an organizational unit
p.002006: a university,
p.002006: § 93. (1) The following special provisions shall apply to students transferring from an ecclesiastical School of
p.002006: Theology (Art V § 1 of the Concordat between the Holy See and the Republic of Austria) to an organizational unit of a
p.002006: university, the sphere of action of which relates to Catholic theology:
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p.002006: The following special provisions apply to the scope of which relates to Catholic theology:
p.002006: 1. The exams that have been taken at these schools are to be recognized as supplementary exams,
p.002006: if the examiner named by the educational institution or the examiner named by the educational institution
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p.002006: which the position will be assigned, the rector shall conduct the appointment negotiations with the candidate for the
p.002006: position to be filled and conclude an employment contract which shall initially be limited to a maximum of six years.
p.002006: Detailed arrangements regarding the recruitments according to para 1 and the conditions for hearing the university
p.002006: professors shall be established by the statute.
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p.002006: (3) An unlimited extension of the appointment by the Rector is only possible after one
p.002006: Qualification examination permitted. The content of the qualification examination is the quality of the academic achievements
p.002006: and the teaching achievements of the past five years. Implementation of the
p.002006: Qualification examination has to correspond to international standards, the more detailed regulations for it in
p.002006: of the articles of association. The application for an unlimited extension can be made after the fifth year
p.002006: be put. The hearing rights pursuant to Paragraph 2 apply in the extension procedure.
p.002006: Scientific and artistic employees in research, art and teaching
p.002006: Section 100. (1) The scientific and artistic staff in research,
p.002006: Art and teaching operations must be an appropriate one for the intended use
p.002006: Have qualifications. They have in their subject to fulfill the tasks of the university in research or
p.002006: to cooperate in the development and development of the arts and in teaching. You are in an employment relationship
p.002006: to university and are full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) The university has to promote the professional further education of the employees according to paragraph 1.
p.002006: (3) The scientific and artistic staff in research, art and teaching operations consists of
p.002006: full-time and from part-time people.
p.002006: (3) An unlimited extension of the appointment by the rector shall only be permissible after a qualification
p.002006: assessment. The qualification assessment shall focus on the quality of the research performance and the teaching
p.002006: performance of the past five years. The qualification assessment shall conform to international standards.
p.002006: Detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute. The application for unlimited extension may be
p.002006: submitted after completion of the fifth year. In the extension procedure, the rights to be heard according to
p.002006: para 2 shall apply.
p.002006: Scientific and Artistic Staff in Research, Art and Teaching
p.002006: § 100. (1) The scientific and artistic staff in research, art and teaching must be appropriately qualified for the
p.002006: employment envisaged. They shall, in their subjects, be obliged to contribute to the fulfillment of the
p.002006: university’s tasks in respect of research, or the advancement and appreciation of the arts, and teaching. They
p.002006: shall be employed by the university on a full or part-time basis.
p.002006: (2) The university shall promote the professional development of staff members under para 1.
p.002006: (3) The scientific and artistic staff in research, art, and teaching is composed of internal and external faculty
p.002006: members.
p.002006: (4) Part-time persons are persons who (4) external
p.002006: faculty members are persons who
p.002006: 1. work exclusively in teaching and 1. work
p.002006: exclusively as teachers and
p.002006: 2. teach no more than four semester hours and 2. do not
p.002006: teach more than four semester hours and
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p.002006: at least 60% of the maximum contribution basis in accordance with Section 108 of the General
p.002006: Social Insurance Act - ASVG, Federal Law Gazette No. 189/1955.
p.002006: (5) Part-time teaching staff are in free employment with the university; it can be done without prior
p.002006: Have the consent of the university represented by other suitable persons.
p.002006: 3. can submit proof that they are fully covered by another compulsory social insurance resulting from income amounting
p.002006: to at least 60% of the maximum contribution basis under § 108 General Social Insurance Act, F.L.G. No
p.002006: 189/1955.
p.002006: (5) External faculty members have concluded freelance contracts with the university; they shall have the right
p.002006: to have other persons with relevant qualifications act as their substitutes without the university's prior approval.
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p.002006: (6) Section 98 ArbVG (Personal Information Right) also applies to the group of part-time people themselves
p.002006: if there is a free employment or self-employed activity.
p.002006: (6) Section 98 Labor Constitution Act (personnel information rights) shall also apply to the group of external faculty
p.002006: members, even if they work under freelance contracts or are self-employed.
p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: General university staff
p.002006: Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: § 101. (1) The members of the general university staff have those to fulfill their tasks
p.002006: have the necessary professional qualifications. You are in an employment relationship
p.002006: University and are full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) The university has to promote the professional further education of the employees according to paragraph 1.
p.002006: (3) For the library staff of all universities, uniform training from the
p.002006: Provide library, information and documentation area.
p.002006: Section 101. (1) The non-academic university staff must possess appropriate professional qualifications for
p.002006: their duties. They shall be employed by the university on a full or part-time basis.
p.002006: (2) The university shall promote the professional development of staff members under para 1.
p.002006: (3) Provision shall be made for the library staff at all universities to receive a uniform training in librarianship,
p.002006: information science and documentation.
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Lecturers, habilitation, emeritus university professors
p.002006: as well as retired university professors
p.002006: Non-Tenured Associate Professors, Habilitation, Professors Emeriti and Retired Professors
p.002006: Lecturers
p.002006: Non-tenured associate professors
p.002006: Section 102. Lecturers are persons who, on the basis of their scientific or artistic
p.002006: Qualification from the university's license to teach (venia docendi) for a scientific or artistic subject
p.002006: was awarded. In this function, you have no employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: § 102. Non-tenured associate professors are persons to whom a university awards a habilitation degree for
p.002006: a subject (venia docendi) on the basis of their academic or artistic qualification, but who are with
p.002006: regard to this function not employed by the university. but who are with regard to this function not employed by
p.002006: the university.
p.002006: Habilitation
p.002006: Habilitation
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p.002006: (2) In case that the exercise of a public office in addition to the fulfillment of an employee’s duties under his / her
p.002006: employment contract is impossible, such employee shall, on application, be partly or entirely released from
p.002006: such duties subject to a corresponding reduction in or suspension of remuneration.
p.002006: Pension Fund System and Company Collective Insurance System of Pension Funds and
p.002006: Corporate collective insurance
p.002006: Section 115. In any case, by collective agreement is for academic and artistic university staff
p.002006: a pension fund commitment or the promise of company group insurance within the meaning of the
p.002006: Works Pension Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 282/1990. Also for general university staff
p.002006: a pension fund commitment or the promise of company group insurance within the meaning of the
p.002006: Works Pension Act.
p.002006: § 115. A pension fund commitment or the commitment to a corporate collective insurance in the meaning of the Company
p.002006: Pension Act, F.L.G. No 282/1990, shall be made for the scientific and artistic university staff under a collective
p.002006: contract. For the non-academic university staff, a pension fund commitment or a commitment to a corporate collective
p.002006: insurance in the meaning of the Company Pension Act can also be made. At each university, only one of the systems named
p.002006: shall be offered.
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p.002006: Only one of the systems mentioned can be used at each university.
p.002006: Part V.
p.002006: Part V
p.002006: Penalties
p.002006: Penal commissions
p.002006: § 116. (1) Who deliberately
p.002006: § 116. (1) Anyone who deliberately without authority awards, grants or uses
p.002006: 1. a name peculiar to the domestic or foreign higher education system or
p.002006: 1. a designation specific to a domestic or foreign higher education system; or
p.002006: 2. one or more domestic academic degrees or 2. one or more
p.002006: domestic academic degrees; or
p.002006: 3. A designation that is the same or similar to the domestic or foreign academic degrees or titles
p.002006: lends, mediates or leads without authorization,
p.002006: commits if the offense does not constitute the offense of a criminal who falls under the jurisdiction of the courts
p.002006: Act forms or under other administrative regulations with stricter
p.002006: Punishment is an administrative offense committed by the local
p.002006: competent district administrative authority with a fine of up to 15,000 euros.
p.002006: 3. a degree or title identical or similar to domestic or foreign academic degrees or titles,
p.002006: if the act does not constitute a punishable offense coming under the jurisdiction of a court of law or is not according
p.002006: to other rules of administrative penalty subject to more severe punishment, is committing an administrative offense
p.002006: punishable by the locally competent district administration by a fine of up to 15,000 €.
p.002006: (2) The award, placement or leadership is particularly unjustified if the academic degree or the
p.002006: same or similar designation
p.002006: 1. comes from an institution that a post-secondary educational institution does not
p.002006: is of equal importance;
p.002006: 2. comes from an institution that is not recognized by the host country as a post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 3. not on the basis of corresponding study and examination achievements or scientific or artistic
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p.002006: projects of universities. The development plan for buildings shall be published.
p.002006: (2) The development plan for buildings shall contain all building projects of universities, including in
p.002006: particular new buildings, modifications, (complete) refurbishments, remodeling and leasing, together with
p.002006: the capital expenditure, including initial or new furniture, fixtures and equipment and other non-recurring costs as
p.002006: well as all consequential costs.
p.002006: (3) Projects with a financial impact not exceeding the value beyond which agreement with the Federal
p.002006: Minister of Finance would have to be reached according to the Decree on Projects, F.L.G. II No 22/2013, shall
p.002006: not be included in the development plan for buildings.
p.002006: (4) The universities shall communicate their building projects planned over the medium term to the Federal
p.002006: Minister. Each building project shall be assessed financially by the university, using valuation standards that
p.002006: are documented in the project description.
p.002006: (5) The Federal Minister shall decide on the inclusion of a building project in the development plan for buildings
p.002006: based on the project description submitted by the university. The building projects shall be priority-ranked, having
p.002006: regard to the focus
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p.002006: are taking into account university policy priorities and the needs of universities, also about
p.002006: Planning regions, ranked by priority. For this purpose, the Federal Minister has the
p.002006: Invite universities in a planning region to jointly prepare a corresponding proposal. This
p.002006: Priority order must be updated regularly, at least every three years.
p.002006: areas in higher education policy and the needs of universities, also across planning regions. To this end, the Federal
p.002006: Minister shall invite the universities located within the same planning region to prepare the proposal jointly. this
p.002006: prioritization shall be updated periodically, at least every three years.
p.002006: University Real Estate Management Property
p.002006: Management by Universities
p.002006: § 118b. (1) The realization or financing of real estate projects is between the Federal Minister
p.002006: To agree on the Federal Minister and the university concerned.
p.002006: (2) In accordance with the current budgetary scope for action, the Federal Minister can
p.002006: the order of priority of the land use plan, the appropriateness of the financial assessments,
p.002006: the focus on higher education policy and general economic
p.002006: Issue location for individual projects.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister may, in agreement with the Federal Minister
p.002006: for finance regulate the procedure for project planning and execution by ordinance, in particular
p.002006: Regulations on the individual procedural steps, the calculation bases to be used in the project description
p.002006: (§ 118a para. 4), inclusion in the site plan, the creation of a room and function program,
p.002006: the planning approval, construction approval and reporting requirements of the university concerned are taken
p.002006: can.
p.002006: (4) Projects that are not to be included in the site plan in accordance with Section 118a (3) are subject to the application of Section 3
p.002006: except. The Federal Minister can for real estate projects, the costs of which are entirely
p.002006: Third parties are covered, approve exceptions to the procedure in accordance with paragraph 3.
p.002006: § 118b. (1) The realization and funding of building projects shall be agreed upon by the Federal Minister and the
p.002006: university involved.
p.002006: (2) The Federal Minister may grant the approval of projects, contingent upon budgetary considerations, the priority
p.002006: ranking in the development plan for buildings, the adequacy of the valuation, the focus areas in higher education
p.002006: policy, and the general economic situation.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister may, in consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, lay down, by decree, the
p.002006: procedure for project planning and execution and may in particular stipulate provisions pertaining to the individual
p.002006: procedural steps, the valuation standards used in the project description (§ 118a para 4), the inclusion in the
p.002006: development plan for buildings, the preparation of a space allocation and function program, the planning
p.002006: approval, the construction approval, and the reporting duties of the university involved.
p.002006: (4) Projects that are not included in the development plan for buildings according to § 118a para 3 shall
p.002006: not be subject to para 3. The Federal Minister may, for building projects that are funded in total by third parties,
p.002006: grant exceptions from the procedure mandated in para 3.
p.002006: VII. Part
p.002006: Part VII
p.002006: Science
p.002006: Science Council
p.002006: Section 119. (1) The Science Council is an institution of the Federation. It is subject to supervision by the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister in accordance with § 45.
p.002006: Section 119. (1) The Science Council shall be a federal institution. It shall be subject to ministerial supervision in
p.002006: in accordance with § 45.
p.002006: (2) The tasks of the Science Council are: (2) The
p.002006: functions of the Science Council shall be:
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p.002006: 1. Advising the Federal Minister, the legislative bodies
p.002006: and universities in university affairs and science policy issues
p.002006: the art;
p.002006: 2. Observation and analysis of the Austrian university and science system at
p.002006: Consideration of European and international developments as well as preparation of proposals
p.002006: its further development.
p.002006: (3) The decisions, statements and recommendations of the Science Council are closed
p.002006: publish, whereby personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) may only be published if:
p.002006: 1. advising the Federal Minister, the legislature and the universities on university matters and on questions
p.002006: of science policy and the arts;
p.002006: 2. monitoring and analyzing the Austrian higher education and research system, having regard to European and
p.002006: international trends, and formulating proposals for its further development.
p.002006: (3) The resolutions, opinions and recommendations of the Science Council shall be published, in that personal data (Art
p.002006: 4 No 1 GDPR) may only be published if
p.002006: 1. the data subjects have given their consent or 1. the persons
p.002006: concerned have given their consent, or
p.002006: 2. the data subjects exercise a public function. 2. the persons
p.002006: concerned exercise a public function
p.002006: (4) From 2004, the Science Council has at least every three years in the National Council through the
p.002006: Submit an activity report to the Federal Minister. This report also has
p.002006: Recommendations on the basic direction of the performance agreements with the universities at
p.002006: Include consideration of location development.
p.002006: (5) The Science Council consists of twelve members from different areas of society, in particular
p.002006: of science and art by the Federal Government on the proposal of the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister. The Science Council reimburses the
p.002006: Federal Minister proposals for the nomination of members. Women are in
p.002006: appropriate number to be considered.
p.002006: (4) From 2004 onwards the Science Council shall submit reports on its activities at least once every three years
p.002006: to the National Council, by way of the Federal Minister. Such reports shall also include
p.002006: recommendations for the strategic alignment of the performance agreements with universities, having
p.002006: regard to the development of university locations.
p.002006: (5) The Science Council shall consist of 12 members from different spheres of society, particularly science and the
p.002006: arts, who shall be nominated by the Federal Minister and appointed by the Federal Government. The
p.002006: Science Council shall submit suggestions to the Federal Minister for the nomination of its members, having regard to
p.002006: adequate female representation.
p.002006: (6) Membership of the Science Council is excluded: (6) The following shall be
p.002006: excluded from membership of the Science Council:
p.002006: 1. Academic officials of the universities according to
p.002006: Section 6 (1), universities of teacher education according to Section 1 (1) and (2) HG and those in Austria according to Sections 23 and 24
p.002006: HS-QSG accredited universities of applied sciences, universities of applied sciences and private universities;
p.002006: 2. Employees of for universities and universities of teacher education
p.002006: responsible federal ministries and
p.002006: 3. Members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council
p.002006: or any other general
p.002006: 1. officers of the universities named in § 6 para 1, of the university colleges of teacher education named in § 1 paras
p.002006: 1 and 2 HG, and of accredited Austrian universities of applied sciences, university of applied sciences programs and
p.002006: private universities under sections 23 and 24 HS-QSG;
p.002006: 2. Employees of the federal ministries in charge of the universities and university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education; and
p.002006: 3. members of the federal or provincial governments, the National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular
p.002006: representative body, and officers of
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p.002006: Representative body, political party officials, and individuals performing any of these functions in the past four
p.002006: Have exercised for years.
p.002006: political parties or persons who have exercised such functions during the past four years.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 7 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) (7) [removed]
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council is to be determined by the Federal Government on the occasion of
p.002006: Order to be set at three or six years and begins with the order. A one-time reappointment is
p.002006: allowed. If a member of the Science Council leaves prematurely, the
p.002006: to withdraw a new member.
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council shall be determined by the Federal Government
p.002006: as either three or six years when they are appointed and shall commence with the appointment. reappointment
p.002006: shall be permissible for one term. In case of the premature termination of the service of a member of the Science
p.002006: Council, a replacement shall be appointed for the remainder of the term of office of the departing member.
p.002006: (9) Membership in the Science Council ends (9) Membership
p.002006: of the Science Council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office, 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
p.002006: 2. by waiver,
p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal,
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. by death.
p.002006: 4. death.
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p.002006: immovable property, university liabilities towards third parties, in particular from
p.002006: Borrowing, as well as all bank accounts including securities holdings and third-party funds from the institutes
p.002006: (Clinics). This directory is also a listing of the day before the full
p.002006: If this federal law takes effect, staff employed at the university must be attached.
p.002006: (19) The Federal Minister has until September 30, 2006 a report on the
p.002006: Promotion of young talent and the development of the personnel structure of the universities.
p.002006: (20) The founding convention of each university has one representative by December 31, 2002 at the latest
p.002006: to be sent to the umbrella organization of universities. This representative's term of office ends
p.002006: with the sending of a new representative by the rectorate of the university concerned
p.002006: (Section 108 Paragraph 2).
p.002006: (21) The Rector of the University of Vienna has the constituent meeting of the umbrella organization of the
p.002006: Universities (§ 108) and to chair this meeting until the election of the chairperson.
p.002006: (22) If the steps required for implementation are not carried out in time, the
p.002006: necessary measures without setting a grace period by the Federal Minister by
p.002006: Replacement will be made.
p.002006: (23) Does a university submit a draft first performance agreement from the Federal Minister
p.002006: If the Federal Minister fails to do so in good time, the budget for the year in question is 98% of the budget for the previous year.
p.002006: (24) The faculty representations according to § 15 des
p.002006: Higher Education Act 1998 at the medical faculties of the universities of Vienna, Graz and
p.002006: Innsbruck for the medical, human medicine, dentistry and doctoral studies of the
p.002006: practice medical science regarding the implementation of the provisions of the
p.002006: University Act 2002 to December 31, 2003 also the function of university representatives
p.002006: of students according to § 13 of the
p.002006: (18) Every university shall prepare an inventory by the time of the entry of this Act into full effect. Search inventory
p.002006: shall set forth the movable and immovable assets with which the university has hitherto been endowed, and its
p.002006: liabilities to third parties, particularly loans; all bank accounts including security accounts; as well as the
p.002006: third-party funds of institutes (or clinics). A schedule listing the staff employed at the university on the day
p.002006: before the entry of this Act into full effect shall be appended to this inventory.
p.002006: (19) The Federal Minister shall submit to the universities a report on the career advancement for junior academics and
p.002006: future developments with regard to university staffing not later than 30 September 2006.
p.002006: (20) The constituent convention of each university shall appoint a representative to the national university federation
p.002006: not later than December 31, 2002. The term of office of such representative shall end upon the appointment of a new
p.002006: representative by the rectorate of the university concerned (§ 108 para 2).
p.002006: (21) The rector of the University of Vienna shall call the constituent meeting of the national university federation (§
p.002006: 108), and shall preside over this meeting until the election of a chairperson.
p.002006: (22) In case that the necessary implementing measures are not taken in a timely manner, the Federal Minister may take
p.002006: the necessary action him- / herself by official notification without granting an extension.
p.002006: (23) If a university fails to submit a draft initial performance agreement to the Federal Minister within the appointed
p.002006: period, the budget of that university for the year in question shall be 98 per cent of its budget for the previous
p.002006: year.
p.002006: (24) The faculty representatives (§ 15 of the Students ’Union Act 1998) of the medical faculties of the Universities of
p.002006: Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck for medicine, human medicine, dental medicine and doctoral studies in medical science shall,
p.002006: in respect of implementation of the provisions of the Universities Act 2002, continue to act as student representatives
p.002006: according to § 13 of the Students ’Union Act 1998 at the Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck until 31
p.002006: December 2003, and shall be deemed to be the representatives of these universities from 1 January 2004.
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p.002006: Higher Education Act 1998 at the Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck and apply from January 1st
p.002006: 2004 as these university representations.
p.002006: (25) The provisions of this federal law take full effect at universities on January 1, 2004.
p.002006: (25) The provisions of this Act shall enter into full effect at the universities on 1 January 2004.
p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: organization
p.002006: organization
p.002006: Transfer of university members according to UOG 1993 and KUOG Transitional Arrangements for University
p.002006: Members under the University
p.002006: Organization Act 1993 and Universities of the Arts Organization Act
p.002006: § 122. (1) All at the time this Federal Act comes into force in an employment relationship, employment relationship
p.002006: or in any other legal relationship or in the period between the entry into force and the
p.002006: full effect of this federal law newly entered into a service, employment or other legal relationship
p.002006: University members have rights and duties in accordance with this federal law.
p.002006: § 122. (1) All university members with federal, university or other employment contracts at the time of the entry into
p.002006: force of this Act or accepted for service under federal, university or other employment contracts between the entry
p.002006: into force of this Act and its full entry into effect shall have rights and duties in accordance with the provisions of
p.002006: this act.
p.002006: (2) The following also applies:
p.002006: (2) In addition, the following shall apply:
p.002006: 1. University professors according to § 21 UOG 1993 or § 22 KUOG apply
p.002006: organizationally as university professors according to § 97 of this
p.002006: Federal Law;
p.002006: 2. emeritus university professors or
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p.002006: professors according to § 102 of this Act.
p.002006: 15. Honorary professors according to § 26 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: § 27 Universities of the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be non-tenured
p.002006: associate professors according to
p.002006: § 102 of this Act.
p.002006: (3) Associate professors with the title of “Extraordinary University Professor”
p.002006: under para 2 subpara 4 shall be entitled to freely exercise their venia docendi for their scientific or artistic
p.002006: subject at the university which has granted it, using that university’s facilities, to use the facilities of such
p.002006: university for scientific or artistic work, and to supervise and assess academic theses or art submissions
p.002006: (Sections 81 to 83, Section 124). They shall, further, have the right to offer courses in the field covered by their venia docendi
p.002006: at other universities, the activities of which include this subject, and to hold such courses, subject to the
p.002006: availability of premises.
p.002006: (4) The associate professors referred to in para 3 shall perform the following duties in a responsible manner:
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p.002006: 1. Research activity (development and development of the arts); 1. conducting research, or
p.002006: advancing the arts and appreciation thereof;
p.002006: 2. Conducting courses, in particular compulsory courses, in
p.002006: Representation of your subject, as required, taking into account the study regulations;
p.002006: 2. course teaching in their subject, particularly of required courses, in accordance with teaching
p.002006: needs and having regard to the study regulations;
p.002006: 3. Conducting exams; Third
p.002006: examining;
p.002006: 4. supervision of students; 4th
p.002006: supervising students;
p.002006: 5. Education and promotion of young academics or artists;
p.002006: 5. training and career promotion of junior academics and young artists;
p.002006: 6. Participation in organizational, administrative and management tasks; 6. assuming organizational,
p.002006: administrative and managerial responsibilities;
p.002006: 7. Participation in evaluation measures. 7th
p.002006: participating in evaluation procedures.
p.002006: (5) At the suggestion of the majority of university professors one
p.002006: Organizational unit with research and teaching tasks or tasks for the development and development of the
p.002006: Arts and teaching art can be taught by the university lecturers from
p.002006: Rectorate, in deviation from Section 20 (5), is entrusted with the management of this organizational unit.
p.002006: (6) With regard to the election in collegial bodies, the university lecturers named in Paragraph 3 belong
p.002006: University lecturers in the group mentioned in section 94 (2) (2).
p.002006: (7) University lecturers in accordance with Paragraph 2 No. 14 and honorary professors
p.002006: Honorary professors according to para. 2 no. 15 retain the right to include academic or artistic teaching in their
p.002006: Subject at the university that gave them the teaching license, through the facilities of the
p.002006: University to exercise freely as well as scientific or artistic work (sections 81 to 83, section 124)
p.002006: supervise and assess. In addition, they have the right in the field of their
p.002006: Authorization to teach courses at other universities, to whose area of expertise the subject of their
p.002006: Permission to teach must be announced and held in accordance with the spatial possibilities.
p.002006: Transitional provisions for appointment commissions, habilitation commissions and special habilitation commissions
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p.002006: (3) The university courses established at the universities on December 31, 2003 in accordance with the UniStG
p.002006: and preparatory courses remain set up at the universities. On these studies are
p.002006: continue to apply the respective curricula in the version applicable on December 31, 2003.
p.002006: § 124. (1) Diploma, bachelor, master and doctoral programs offered at universities as of 1 October 2003
p.002006: shall continue to be offered at those universities unless decisions to the contrary according to § 54 of this
p.002006: Act are made. The respective curricula for these programs in the versions valid as of 1 October 2003 shall
p.002006: continue to apply, but such curricula may be amended according to § 25 para 1 subpara 10. Graduates of such diploma,
p.002006: bachelor's or master's programs shall be awarded the degrees designated for the respective studies as of 1 October
p.002006: 2003. § 80 to § 80b University Studies Act shall apply by analogy. If new bachelor, master or doctoral programs are
p.002006: introduced in place of existing programs according to
p.002006: § 54 para 1, provision shall be made in the curricula for transitional arrangements corresponding to § 80 para 2 and §
p.002006: 80a para 2 University Studies Act.
p.002006: (1a) For the diploma programs offered, the academic degrees prescribed in Appendix 1 to the University Studies
p.002006: Act shall be awarded. The scope of these diploma programs shall also be governed by Appendix 1 to the
p.002006: University Studies Act
p.002006: (2) Pursuant to § 13 para 4 subpara 9 and § 19 para 4 University Studies Act, curriculum committees shall allocate ECTS
p.002006: credits to all curricula adopted under the University Studies Act.
p.002006: (3) Certificate university programs for further education and preparatory continuing education courses
p.002006: introduced under the University Studies Act offered at universities as of 31 December 2003 shall continue to exist. The
p.002006: respective curricula for these programs in the versions valid as of 31 December 2003 shall continue to apply.
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p.002006: (4) Section 77 shall apply from October 1, 2003. For retaking exams prior to October 1, 2003
p.002006: were judged negatively, instead of section 77 of this Federal Act, section 58 (1) to (6) UniStG, in the last
p.002006: applicable version.
p.002006: (5) If a diploma course established in accordance with Paragraph 1 is also completed as a bachelor's and
p.002006: Master's degree programs are set up, admission to the diploma course is no longer permitted. The
p.002006: Transitional provisions may provide for a transition period for further study based on the old regulations,
p.002006: which at most corresponds to the average duration of study for this diploma course.
p.002006: (6) Sections 27 and 28 apply to applications pursuant to Sections 27 and 28 UniStG that were pending before January 1, 2004
p.002006: 28 UniStG, in the latest applicable version.
p.002006: (6a) Non - university educational establishments to which the change in the
p.002006: University Act 2002 through the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 81/2009 an ordinance according to §§ 27 and 28 UniStG
p.002006: to apply and who offer this course in 2009, have until 30 June 2010 the right to
p.002006: Application to extend the validity of this regulation. The regulations are up to 31 at the longest.
p.002006: Limited in December 2012.
p.002006: (7) On those nostrification procedures that are pending at the universities according to § 6 Z 16 to 21 before August 1, 1998
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p.002006: (10) Previous bachelor's and master's degrees are considered bachelor's and
p.002006: Master's programs in accordance with § 51 Paragraph 2 Numbers 4 and 5, previous ones
p.002006: (4) From 1 October 2003, § 77 shall apply. Repetition of examinations failed before 1 October 2003 shall be subject to
p.002006: § 6 paras 77 to 58 University Studies Act, as last amended, instead of § 1 of this Act.
p.002006: (5) If a diploma program introduced under para 1 is also established as a bachelor and master's program,
p.002006: admissions to the diploma programs shall cease. The transitional arrangements may provide for the continuation
p.002006: of studies on the basis of the former regulations for a transitional period which may not exceed the average
p.002006: duration of studies for the diploma in question.
p.002006: (6) Sections 27 and 28 University Studies Act, as last amended, shall apply to applications according to Sections 27
p.002006: and 28 University Studies Act pending before 1 January 2004.
p.002006: (6a) Non-university educational institutions to which a decree pursuant to §§ 27 and 28 University Studies Act
p.002006: applies at the time of the entry into force of the amendment to the Universities Act 2002 by F. L. G. I No
p.002006: 81/2009 and which offer this program in the year 2009 shall have to right, until 30 June 2010, to apply for
p.002006: prolongation of the applicability of this decree. The decrees shall be limited to 31 December 2012 at the
p.002006: latest.
p.002006: (7) Section 49 of the Universities of the Arts Studies Act shall apply instead of Section 90 of this Act to nostrification
p.002006: procedures pending before August 1, 1998 at the universities named in § 6 subparas 16 to 21. §40 of the General
p.002006: Higher Education Studies Act shall apply instead of § 90 of this Act to nostrification procedures pending
p.002006: before 1 August 1997 at the universities named in § 6 subparas 1 to 15.
p.002006: §§ 70 to 73 University Studies Act shall apply instead of § 90 of this Act to nostrification procedures
p.002006: at universities pending up to December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (8) § 17 University Studies Act shall continue to apply to degree students admitted to individual diploma
p.002006: programs before 1 January 2004.
p.002006: (9) § 64 para 1 subpara 6 and § 78 para 1 shall only apply to university-level courses recognized as such after 1
p.002006: September 2001.
p.002006: (10) Prior bachelor’s and master’s programs shall be regarded as bachelor’s and master’s programs according to § 51
p.002006: para 2 subparas 4 and 5, prior bachelor’s
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p.002006: Bachelor's and master's theses are considered to be bachelor's and master's theses in accordance with Section 51 (2)
p.002006: Z 7 to 8.
p.002006: (11) Until the change of academic degrees due to § 51 Paragraph 2 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 74/2006 in the relevant curricula, the previous academic degrees are to be awarded.
p.002006: (12) Graduates who before the entry into force of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 74/2006
p.002006: Those who have started their studies are to be awarded those academic degrees that are valid at the time of the
p.002006: Entry into force of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 74/2006 are intended for this degree. Are over request
p.002006: instead of these academic degrees, the academic degrees
p.002006: "Bachelor ...", or "Master ...", each with the addition specified in the curriculum, if this should be awarded
p.002006: academic degrees are set out in the curricula.
p.002006: papers and master’s theses shall be regarded as bachelor’s papers and master’s theses according to § 51 para 2 subparas
p.002006: 7 to 8.
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p.002006: subparas 1 to 3 and 7 to 21 in office on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall continue to serve
p.002006: until the expiry of their terms of office unless these expire on the effective date. As of the effective date existing
p.002006: employment committees for employees other than university teachers shall assume the functions of employee’s councils
p.002006: under the Labor Relations Act for the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: (6) Upon the entry of this Act into full effect the employment committees for university teachers and for
p.002006: employees other than university teachers at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 3 shall also
p.002006: assume the functions of the corresponding employment committees at the medical universities at the same sites.
p.002006: (7) The existing personnel representation bodies shall secure that employee’s council elections are called up in a
p.002006: timely manner, before expiry of their term of office.
p.002006: (8) Otherwise, the provisions of the Labor Relations Act shall apply to the universities, subject to the following:
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p.002006: 1. There is no division into workers 'and employees' works councils.
p.002006: 2. For the officials assigned to the service, the works council also has the function of
p.002006: Departmental Committee within the meaning of Section 9 of the Federal Personnel Representation Act, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 133/1967. The officials assigned to the university belong to it
p.002006: beyond the scope of the responsible central committee at
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (9) The Central Committee for University Teachers and the
p.002006: Central committee for the staff except the university teachers remain until the end of the day
p.002006: prior to the effective date of this federal law,
p.002006: Section 23 (2) lit. a and c of the Federal Personnel Representation Act are not applicable.
p.002006: 1. No distinction shall be made between employee’s councils for workers and employees.
p.002006: 2. For civil servants assigned to a university, the employee’s council shall also fulfill the function of the
p.002006: employment committee according to § 9 of the Federal Employees Representation Act, F.L.G. No
p.002006: 133/1967. Civil servants assigned to universities shall also continue to be represented by the central employment
p.002006: committee responsible for them at the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (9) The central employment committees for university teachers and for employees other than university
p.002006: teachers at the federal ministry shall remain in existence until the end of its term of office, which shall
p.002006: expire on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect; Section 23 para 2 lit a and c of the Federal Employee
p.002006: Representation Act shall not apply.
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Transfer of Rights and Assets Transfer of Rights
p.002006: and assets
p.002006: Downstream equipment
p.002006: Successor Institutions
p.002006: Section 136. (1) The universities listed in Section 6 lines 1 to 3 become effective when they become fully effective
p.002006: Federal law at the university universal legal successors of the respective university of the same name
p.002006: (including their organizational units with partial legal capacity) according to § 5 UOG 1993. These
p.002006: Universities are on the one hand in their successor university of the same name and on the other in
p.002006: split up the Medical University.
p.002006: (2) The medical universities listed in § 6 Z 4 to 6 are Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck
p.002006: General law successors of the medical faculty (including their partial legal capacity
p.002006: Organizational units) of the university of the respective location.
p.002006: (3) The universities listed in section 6 lines 7 to 21 are
p.002006: Universal legal successors of the respective university of the same name (including their
p.002006: organizational units with partial legal capacity) according to § 5 UOG 1993 or University of the Arts (including
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p.002006: December 31, 2003 to allocate resources.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz is the universal successor to the university
p.002006: Institute for Information Systems to support visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology is the universal legal successor of the Interuniversity Institute for
p.002006: Technology Management (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the interuniversities
p.002006: Coordination office for women and gender research Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library
p.002006: for physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library of Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the inter-university
p.002006: University sports institute in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 137. (1) The tenancy rights to those of the federal government, a university or a legal entity
p.002006: Organizational unit of a university rented real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: on the day this federal law takes full effect at the university (effective date) under
p.002006: units with restricted legal capacity) referred to in § 6 subparas 1 to 6 Universities of the Arts Organization Act.
p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research
p.002006: and Continuing Education at the Universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences Vienna shall be the universal successor of the
p.002006: Institute for Agrobiotechnology Tulln. The universities participating in this inter-university institution
p.002006: have to conclude, by December 31, 2003, an agreement on their continued collaboration in this field with effect from
p.002006: January 1, 2004, based on their existing collaboration and the rights and duties arising there from. In case that
p.002006: such agreement is not concluded by the appointed day, the assets of the said inter-university institution shall
p.002006: as of 1 January, 2004 be divided among the participating universities in accordance with the resources
p.002006: contributed by them up to 31 December 2003.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Institute for
p.002006: Information Systems supporting visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Technology Management
p.002006: (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Coordination Center
p.002006: for Women's Studies and Gender Research, Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University University Sports
p.002006: Center in Graz.
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p.002006: exemption.
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p.002006: § 140h. Civil law contractual relationships between the legal successor
p.002006: The university and the participating universities cease to exist when the association takes effect (section 1445 (1) ABGB).
p.002006: § 140h. Contracts under private law between the university that is the legal successor and the universities
p.002006: involved shall become null and void when the merger enters into full effect (§ 1445 para 1 of the General Code of Civil
p.002006: Law - ABGB).
p.002006: Section 6
p.002006: Chapter 6
p.002006: budget
p.002006: budget
p.002006: Section 141. (1) The effects of the budgeting of the universities on the basis of Sections 12, 12a and 13 in the version of the
p.002006: Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 are from the service agreement period 2019 to 2021 by the Federal Minister
p.002006: or accompanying the Federal Minister in cooperation with the Federal Minister of Finance
p.002006: to evaluate. The evaluation has in particular the provision of the performance agreement
p.002006: agreed achievements by the university in teaching as well as in research or development and
p.002006: Development of the arts based on the indicators “number of those with at least 16 ECTS credit points or
p.002006: 8 positively assessed semester hours of regular bachelor, diploma and graduate courses
p.002006: Master studies with weighting according to subject groups "as well as" personnel in selected uses
p.002006: Subject groups in full-time equivalents ”as well as the practical implementation of the agreed measures
p.002006: Failure to include the performance agreement.
p.002006: (2) Universities can take part in admission or selection procedures from
p.002006: Study applicants or examination participants are personal
p.002006: Data in accordance with Section 9 (6) of the Education Documentation Act, Federal Law Gazette I No. 12/2002, in the currently applicable version,
p.002006: record and process anonymized and aggregated for statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (3) To ensure the implementation of the measures in accordance with Section 12a (4) in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I no.
p.002006: 8/2018 and to carry out a comprehensive personal monitoring to prevent
p.002006: The universities have dropped out and increased study progress
p.002006: 1. Data-related evidence on the social dimension in teaching and on the involvement of under-represented groups
p.002006: into higher education in accordance with Section 13 (2) 1 lit. g in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018
p.002006: or to use existing surveys in this area and with
p.002006: § 141. (1) From the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021, the Federal Minister shall, in cooperation with the
p.002006: Federal Minister of Finance, monitor the effects of the budgeting of the universities on the basis of
p.002006: Sections 12, 12a, and 13 as amended by F. L. G. I No 8/2018. The evaluation shall, in particular, include the
p.002006: university's performance in teaching as well as in research or the advancement and appreciation of the arts agreed
p.002006: on in the performance agreement, based on the indicators “Number of students actively taking examinations
p.002006: amounting to at least 16 ECTS credits or successfully passed examinations comprising 8 semester hours in bachelor's,
p.002006: diploma and master's degree programs weighted according to the groups of disciplines ”as well as“ Staff in selected
p.002006: job groups by group of disciplines in full-time equivalents ”, as well as the practical implementation of the measures
p.002006: in case of non-fulfillment of the performance agreement.
p.002006: (2) Within the framework of admission and selection procedures, it shall be permissible for the
p.002006: universities to collect data according to § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 12/2002, as amended, on the applicants or examinees, respectively, and to process these data in anonymous and
p.002006: aggregated format for statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (3) In order to ensure that the measures according to § 12a para 4, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 8/2018, are implemented and a comprehensive personal monitoring for the prevention of drop-outs and an
p.002006: increase of the study progress is carried out, the universities shall
p.002006: 1. keep data-related records on the social dimension in teaching as well as on the inclusion of underrepresented groups
p.002006: in higher education according to
p.002006: § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 8/2018, and make use of existing
p.002006: surveys in this field to
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p.002006: 2. Data on the students and their progress according to § 3 of the Education Documentation Act in
p.002006: to link the currently applicable version
p.002006: and thus document the quantitative developments of these aspects and make them verifiable. To this
p.002006: The purpose is to give the universities in particular access to those personal data that are based on § 9
p.002006: Section.
p.002006: 6 of the Education Documentation Act, as amended, on the occasion of the inclusion of the
p.002006: Students and the departure of students.
p.002006: (4) Sections 12, 12a and 13 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 are due to the
p.002006: Agreement according to Art. 15a B-VG between the federal government and the state of Lower Austria on the establishment and the
p.002006: Operation of the University Center for Continuing Education (Danube University Krems) including annex, Federal Law Gazette No. 501/1994, and
p.002006: the agreement according to Art. 15a B-VG between the federal government and the state of Lower Austria on the expansion of the
p.002006: University Center for Continuing Education (Danube University Krems) and its annex, Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2014, to the
p.002006: Financing of the University for Continuing Education Krems according to § 10 of the federal law on the
p.002006: University for Continuing Education Krems (DUK Law 2004), Federal Law Gazette I No. 22/2004, in the currently applicable
p.002006: Version, not applicable.
p.002006: (5) Sections 12, 12a and 13 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 apply to the budgeting of the
p.002006: the Medical Faculty of the University of Linz can be used from January 1, 2029. Until the end of
p.002006: 15a B-VG between the federal government and the state of Upper Austria on the establishment
p.002006: and the operation of a medical faculty and the establishment of the study of human medicine at the University of Linz,
p.002006: BGBl. I No. 18/2014, on December 31, 2028, the budgeting and financing will take place at the University of Linz
p.002006: Faculty of Medicine established in accordance with Art. 15a B-VG Agreement, Federal Law Gazette I No. 18/2014.
p.002006: (6) Section 12 (2) is with the Federal Minister regarding the establishment of an agreement
p.002006: Federal Minister of Finance for the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021 not
p.002006: apply. About the distribution of the total amount in accordance with Section 141b over the three budget pillars mentioned in Section 12 (2)
p.002006: the Federal Minister has no later than one month after the entry into force
p.002006: Federal law agreement with the
p.002006: 2. link them to data on students and their study progress according to § 3 of the Education Documentation Act, as
p.002006: amended,
p.002006: and thus to document and provide verifiable evidence for the quantitative developments of these
p.002006: aspects. For this purpose, the universities shall be given access, in particular, to those personal data
p.002006: collected on the basis of § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, as amended, on the occasion of the application
p.002006: of students as well as their leaving.
p.002006: (4) Based on the agreement according to Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law between the Federal Government and the
p.002006: Provincial Government of Lower Austria on the Establishment and the Maintenance of the University Center for Continuing
p.002006: Education (Danube University Krems) together with its Annex, F.L.G. No 501/1994, as well as the
p.002006: agreement according to Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law between the Federal Government and the Provincial
p.002006: Government of Lower Austria on the Extension of the University Center for Continuing Education (Danube University
p.002006: Krems) together with its Annex, F.L.G. I No 81/2014, §§ 12, 12a and 13, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G.
p.002006: I No 8/2018, shall not apply to the funding of the University for Continuing Education Krems according to § 10 of
p.002006: the Federal Act on the Danube University Krems 2004, F.L.G. I No 22/2004, as amended.
p.002006: (5) Sections 12, 12a and 13, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 8/2018, shall apply from 1 January 2029 to the
p.002006: budgeting of the Faculty of Medicine established at the University of Linz. Until the expiry of the validity of the
p.002006: agreement according to Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law between the Federal Government and the Provincial
p.002006: Government of Upper Austria on the Establishment and the Maintenance of a Faculty of Medicine and the Establishment of
p.002006: the Study Program in Human Medicine at the University of Linz, F.L.G. I No 18/2014, on December 31, 2028, the
p.002006: budgeting and funding of the Faculty of Medicine established at the University of Linz shall follow the provisions in
p.002006: Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law Agreement, F.L.G. I No 18/2014.
p.002006: (6) With regard to reaching an agreement with the Federal Minister of Finance,
p.002006: § 12 para 2 shall not apply for the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021. The Federal Minister shall reach an
p.002006: agreement with the Federal Minister of Finance on the division of the total amount according to § 141b into the three
p.002006: budget columns named in § 12 para 2 no later than one month following the entry into force of this Federal Act. The
p.002006: total amount determined according to § 141b, as amended by the
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p.002006: To produce the Federal Minister of Finance. The according
p.002006: Section 141b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 on the financing of universities
p.002006: The total amount determined for the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021 includes the
p.002006: Expenses according to § 12 paragraphs 8 and 9, which are used to finance the medical faculty at the University of Linz
p.002006: the agreement in accordance with Art. 15a B-VG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 18/2014, as well as for the financing of the University for
p.002006: Further education Krems based on the agreement according to Art. 15a B-VG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2014, from the federal government
p.002006: providing funds.
p.002006: (7) The of the Federal Real Estate Company m.b.H. towards the universities overall due to
p.002006: Contractual rental claims are reduced by EUR 17,391,000 for the years 2018 to 2021
p.002006: yearly. The total amount determined in accordance with Section 12 (2) for the performance agreement period
p.002006: 2016 to 2018 and the total amount determined in accordance with Section 141b for the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021
p.002006: decrease to the same extent. The Rectorate is obliged to make an offer of
p.002006: Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H. to reduce the
p.002006: Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H. contractually due rent claims also under any conditions
p.002006: if this is economically viable for the university. That between the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister and a university in the performance agreement for the period 2016 to 2018
p.002006: The university's global budget is reduced to the extent that the Federal Real Estate Company m.b.H. the
p.002006: you are entitled to this university on the basis of a contractual agreement
p.002006: Rental claims reduced for 2018.
p.002006: Federal Act F. L. G. I No 129/2017, for university funding for the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021
p.002006: shall comprise expenditures according to § 12 paras 8 and 9, the funds to be provided by the Federal Government for the
p.002006: financing of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Linz according to the agreement according to Art 15a
p.002006: Federal Constitutional Law, F.L.G. I No 18/2014, as well as for the financing of the University for
p.002006: Continuing Education Krems based on the agreement according to Art 15a Federal Constitutional Law, F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 81/2014.
p.002006: (7) The rent receivables owed to the Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H. by the universities due to contractual
p.002006: agreements shall be reduced by € 17,391,000 per year from 2018 to 2021. The total amount determined for the performance
p.002006: agreement period 2016 to 2018 according to § 12 para 2 as well as the total amount determined for the performance
p.002006: agreement period 2019 to 2021 according to § 141b shall be reduced by the same amount. The rectorate shall be obliged
p.002006: to accept an offer by the Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H. for a reduction of the contractually due rent receivables
p.002006: owed to the Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H., even under any conditions, where this is economically feasible
p.002006: for the university. The global budget of a university agreed upon by the Federal Minister and the respective university
p.002006: in the performance agreement for the period of 2016 to 2018 shall be reduced in line with the reduction of the
p.002006: rent receivables for the year 2018 owed to the Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H. by that
p.002006: university due to the contractual agreement.
p.002006: 6a. section
p.002006: Chapter 6a
p.002006: Future capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Future Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Performance agreements for the period 2019 to 2021 performance agreements
p.002006: for the Period 2019 to 2021
p.002006: Section 141b. The total amount to finance the universities (Section 12 Paragraph 2) is for the performance agreement period
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p.002006: the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021.
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p.002006: Implementation of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Section 141c. The Federal Government has submitted a government bill to the National Council for a new regulation by January 31, 2018
p.002006: to provide funding for universities within the meaning of Section 141a.
p.002006: Implementation of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 141c. The Federal Government shall direct a government bill on the reorganization of the funding of
p.002006: universities in the meaning of § 141a to the National Council by the 31 January 2018.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraphs 2 and 3 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) [Removed]
p.002006: Section 7
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: Entry into Force and
p.002006: implementation
p.002006: references
p.002006: References
p.002006: Section 142. (1) The terms "Federal Minister" in this Federal Act refer to the extent
p.002006: not expressly stated otherwise, to the Federal Minister for
p.002006: is responsible for university affairs.
p.002006: (2) Insofar as other federal laws are referred to in this federal law, these federal laws are in each case
p.002006: applicable version.
p.002006: (3) Reference is made in other federal laws to provisions in their place when this comes into force
p.002006: Federal law new provisions take effect, these references are to the appropriate
p.002006: new regulations.
p.002006: § 142. (1) Unless otherwise stated, in this Act “Federal Minister” means the federal minister in charge of higher
p.002006: education.
p.002006: (2) References in this Act to other federal acts are references to such acts as amended.
p.002006: (3) If reference is made in other federal acts to provisions in place of which new provisions will take effect upon the
p.002006: entry into force of this Act, such citations refer to the corresponding new provisions.
p.002006: Legislation Entry into Force and
p.002006: Expiration of Legal Provisions
p.002006: Section 143. (1) The provisions of this Federal Act come into force on October 1, 2002, insofar as follows
p.002006: nothing else is intended.
p.002006: § 143. (1) The provisions of this Act shall enter into force on 1 October 2002, unless otherwise stated below.
p.002006: (2) Part II of this Federal Act comes into force on January 1, 2004. (2) Part II of this Act
p.002006: shall enter into force on January 1, 2004.
p.002006: (3) Sections 120 to 122 come into force on the day following the announcement.
p.002006: (4) The provisions of the UOG 1993 except the constitutional provisions occur
p.002006: expired on December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (5) The provisions of the KUOG with the exception of the constitutional provisions also apply
p.002006: Expired on December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities
p.002006: Universities and universities of the arts, BGBl.
p.002006: (3) Sections 120 to 122 shall enter into force on the day after publication of this Act.
p.002006: (4) The provisions of the University Organization Act 1993, except for the constitutional provisions, shall
p.002006: expire at the end of December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (5) The provisions of the Universities of the Arts Organization Act 1993, except for the constitutional provisions,
p.002006: shall expire at the end of December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (6) The Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities at Universities and Universities of the Arts Act, F.
p.002006: L.G. No 463/1974, shall expire at the end of
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p.002006: No. 463/1974, unless the sections 132 (2) and 133 (3) stipulate otherwise, occurs at the end of the 31st
p.002006: December 2003 expires.
p.002006: (7) The Higher Education Tax Act 1972, Federal Law Gazette No. 76/1972, comes into effect at the end of the
p.002006: December 31, 2003 expired.
p.002006: 31 December 2003 except to the extent otherwise provided for by §§ 132 para 2 and 133 para 3.
p.002006: (7) The Tuition and Fees Act 1972, F.L.G. No 76/1972, shall expire at the end of 31 December 2003.
p.002006: (8) § 112 expires on October 1, 2018. (8) Section 112
p.002006: shall expire on 1 October 2018.
p.002006: (9) The provisions of the University Studies Act (UniStG) with the exception of the constitutional provisions
p.002006: expire on December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (10) The table of contents, § 13 paragraphs 1 to 3 and paragraphs 8 to 10, § 13a, § 31 paragraph 4, § 32 paragraph 1 first sentence and paragraph.
p.002006: 2, § 94 paragraphs 1 and 3, § 122 paragraph 2 lines 5, 9,
p.002006: 10 and 11, § 135 paragraph 3 and § 141 paragraph 3 and 7 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 96/2004 enter into force on October 1, 2004.
p.002006: (11) Section 124b in the Federal Law Gazette I No. 87/2007 expires on June 30, 2009.
p.002006: (12) Section 61 (1) and (2), Section 91 (1) and (2) and Section 92 (1) 4 to 6, and Section 141 (8) and (9) and Section
p.002006: 143 para. 11 of the Federal Law in the version of Federal Law Gazette I No. 134/2008 come into force on January 1, 2009, §124b
p.002006: of the Federal Law in the version of Federal Law Gazette I No. 134/2008 comes into force on July 1, 2009.
p.002006: (12a) The heading, the table of contents, Sections 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15,
p.002006: 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 23a, 23b, 24, 25, 29, 32, 42, 43, 45, 46, 49, 51, 54 para. 3,
p.002006: Paragraph 3a, Paragraph 5, Paragraph 9, Paragraph 9a, Paragraph 10, Paragraph 11 and Paragraphs 12, 56, 59, 60, 61, 63,
p.002006: 64, 65, 66, 67, 78, 79, 85, 86, 87, 91, 92, 98, 99, 100, 103, 107, 108a, 109, 119,
p.002006: 124, 124b, 125, 128, and 141 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 81/2009 come into effect on October 1
p.002006: 2009 in force.
p.002006: (13) Section 64a in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009 also comes into effect
p.002006: Effective October 1, 2010. Regulations based on Section 64a may be made before
p.002006: October 1, 2010, but may not enter into force until October 1, 2010 at the earliest.
p.002006: (14) The Federal Act on the Acquisition of Course-Related Study Permits at Universities
p.002006: and higher education institutions of artistic direction (Student Eligibility Act - StudBerG), Federal Law Gazette No. 292/1985, joins
p.002006: Expired on September 30, 2010. However, it is open to applicants who before the 1st
p.002006: October 2010 had already been admitted to the university entrance exam until September 30, 2012
p.002006: apply.
p.002006: (9) The provisions of the University Studies Act, except for the constitutional provisions, shall expire at the end of
p.002006: December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (10) The table of contents, § 13 paras 1 to 3 and 8 to 10, § 13a, § 31 para 4, § 32 para 1 first sentence and para 2, §
p.002006: 94 paras 1 and 3, § 122 para 2 subparas 5, 9, 10 and 11, § 135 para 3 and § 141 paras 3 and 7, as amended by the
p.002006: Federal Act F.L.G. I No 96/2004, shall enter into force on 1 October 2004.
p.002006: (11) § 124b, as amended by F.L.G. I No 87/2007, shall expire on 30 June 2009.
p.002006: (12) § 61 para 1 and para 2, § 91 para 1 and para 2 and § 92 para 1 (4) - (6), and
p.002006: § 141 para 8 and 9 and § 143 para 11, as amended by F. L. G. I No 134/2008. shall enter into force on January 1, 2009,
p.002006: §124b of this Federal Act, as amended by F.L.G. I No 134/2008, shall enter into force on 1 July 2009.
p.002006: (12a) The heading, the table of contents, §§ 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20,
p.002006: 21, 22, 23, 23a, 23b, 24, 25, 29, 32, 42, 43, 45, 46, 49, 51, 54 para 3, para 3a, para 5,
p.002006: para 9, para 9a, para 10, para 11 and para 12, 56, 59, 60, 61, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 78,
p.002006: 79, 85, 86, 87, 91, 92, 98, 99, 100, 103, 107, 108a, 109, 119, 124, 124b, 125, 128,
p.002006: and 141, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, shall enter into force on 1 October 2009.
p.002006: (13) Section 64a, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, shall enter into force on 1 October 2010. Decrees
p.002006: under § 64a may be enacted already before 1 October 2010, but shall enter into force no earlier than 1 October 2010.
p.002006: (14) The Higher Education Entrance Act, F.L.G. No 292/1985, shall cease to be in force after 30 September 2010.
p.002006: However, it shall continue to apply until after 30 September 2012 to applicants who were already admitted to
p.002006: the university entrance qualification examination before October 1, 2010.
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p.002006: (15) Section 54 (2) as amended by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009 comes into force on October 1, 2012.
p.002006: (16) The term of office of the university councils existing on October 1, 2009 ends at the end of the
p.002006: February 28, 2013.
p.002006: (17) The term of office of the Senates existing on January 1, 2010 ends at the end of September 30, 2010. This
p.002006: Senates have the size of the new senates in accordance with Section 25 (2) in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009
p.002006: to be determined in good time before the end of the term of office; if a decision is not reached, the Senate passes
p.002006: out of 18 members. For the elections to the Senate, which take place in 2009, the ones valid on January 1, 2009 are valid
p.002006: Continue to apply provisions. For the constitution of senates from January 1, 2010, § 25 is in the version
p.002006: of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 81/2009.
p.002006: (18) Organs and committees that were constituted on October 1, 2009 apply with regard to the appropriate application of the
p.002006: Federal Equal Treatment Act composed as legally compliant.
p.002006: (19) On applications for recognition of diploma and master theses or artistic diploma and
p.002006: Master's theses that were submitted before January 1, 2011 are in the version of the day before § 85
p.002006: continue to apply to the entry into force of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 81/2009.
p.002006: (20) Procedure for the selection of the role of the Rector at the time of entry into force of the
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p.002006: university councils for the term of office beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (39) § 21 para 11, as amended by Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the term of office of
p.002006: university councils beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (40) § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit k, l and m, § 54 para 6d and § 64 para 6 shall expire as of 31 December
p.002006: , 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 and shall
p.002006: expire as of December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the ramifications of the orientation period in
p.002006: collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the results of the evaluation to the National Council
p.002006: by December 2020 at the latest.
p.002006: (42) Chapter 3a of Part II including the heading (§§ 71a to 71d including the headings) shall enter into force on 1
p.002006: January 2016 and shall become invalid as of 31 December 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the
p.002006: ramifications of the admission regulations in collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the
p.002006: results of the evaluation to the National Council by December 2020 at the latest. The focus of the evaluation shall be
p.002006: the composition of applicants, students and those persons who have registered for an admission procedure or
p.002006: selection procedure, but did not sit the examination, in terms of social and cultural background as well as gender
p.002006: and nationality. It shall be permissible to collect data on the applicants 'or examinees' employment
p.002006: status and the level of education of their parents as well as the latter's occupation and occupational status in
p.002006: the meaning of
p.002006: § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, F. L. G. I No. 12/2002, and to
p.002006: 202 of 205
p.002006: Education Documentation Act, Federal Law Gazette I No. 12/2002, to be recorded and anonymized and aggregated for
p.002006: process statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (43) For the change in the curricula of studies by § 14h in the version of the Federal Law BGBl I No. 52/2013
p.002006: is included until October 1, 2016
p.002006: Section 54 (5) last sentence does not apply.
p.002006: (44) Changes to the curricula, which are based on Section 66 in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I no.
p.002006: 131/2015 are required at the latest
p.002006: Announced on June 30, 2017.
p.002006: (45) The ordinance of the Federal Government on the stipulation of a number of study places for new students
p.002006: and freshmen and about the authorization to rectorates to determine a qualitative
p.002006: Admission procedure, Federal Law Gazette II No. 133/2010, will expire on December 31, 2015.
p.002006: (46) Section 71b (7) 3 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 applies with the proviso that for the
p.002006: Admission to study until the winter semester 2019/2020, the provision of the examination material on the homepage
p.002006: the university or in another suitable form.
p.002006: (47) The provisions of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 also apply
p.002006: Effective October 1, 2017. Section 110 (1) in the version of the Federal Law BGB. I No. 129/2017 occurs at the end of 31
p.002006: December 2021 expires. Ordinances based on Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 can already be applied from his
p.002006: Announcement to be issued the following day. These regulations are at the same time as the
p.002006: To enter into force of this federal law. Changes to curricula, statutes and others
p.002006: Ordinances that are required due to Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 must be submitted no later than 30.
p.002006: Announced in June 2019. Section 6a of Part VIII as amended by Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 also applies
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p.002006: are to be applied to applications for admission to studies from the summer semester 2019.
p.002006: (56) Section 29 (6), Section 35, Section 35a (2) and (3) and Section 35b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 52/2018
p.002006: take effect on the day following the announcement. Section 52 (3) in the version of
p.002006: Federal Law BGBl. I No. 52/2018 comes into force on October 1, 2018.
p.002006: (57) Section 125 (12) in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I No. 52/2018 comes into force on the day of the announcement
p.002006: follows. Any payments made by the federal government before this regulation came into force and not yet
p.002006: refundierte
p.002006: (55) Sections 60 para 6 and 63 para 1 subpara 3, paras 10, 10a and 10b, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 56/2018, shall apply to applications for the admission to a study program starting with the summer semester
p.002006: Of 2019.
p.002006: (56) Section 29 para 6, Section 35, Section 35a paras 2 and 3 as well as Section 35b, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 52/2018,
p.002006: shall enter into force on the day following the promulgation. Section 52 para 3, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G.I.
p.002006: No 52/2018, shall enter into force on 1 October 2018.
p.002006: (57) § 125 para 12, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 52/2018, shall enter into force on the day
p.002006: following the promulgation. Any amounts to be transferred under social security law which have been
p.002006: paid by the Federal
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p.002006: The federal government must reimburse transfer payments for social security law.
p.002006: (58) Section 6 (1) as amended by Federal Law BGBl. I No. 3/2019 comes into force on January 1, 2019. For the
p.002006: University of Continuing Education Krems (Danube University Krems) according to § 6 Paragraph 1 No. 22 is that
p.002006: Federal Law on the University for Continuing Education Krems (UWK Law - UWKG), Federal Law Gazette I No. 22/2004,
p.002006: last amended by Federal Law BGBl. I No. 31/2018.
p.002006: Government but not yet refunded before entry into force of this regulation shall be reimbursed to the Federal
p.002006: Government by the university.
p.002006: (58) § 6 para 1, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 3/2019, shall enter into force on 1 January 2019. The
p.002006: Federal Act on the University for Continuing Education Krems (UWKG), F. L. G. I No 22/2004, as amended by the
p.002006: Federal Act
p.002006: F. L. G. I No 31/2018, shall apply to the University for Continuing Education Krems (Danube University Krems) according
p.002006: to § 6 para 1 subpara 22.
p.002006: completion
p.002006: implementation
p.002006: Section 144. The following are entrusted with the implementation of this federal law: Section 144. The following
p.002006: authorities shall be entrusted with the implementation of
p.002006: this act:
p.002006: 1. with regard to Section 17, the Federal Minister of Finance;
p.002006: 2. with regard to sections 137 and 139, the Federal Minister of Finance in
p.002006: Agreement with the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research;
p.002006: 3. with regard to sections 12 (2) and 7, 16 (2), 121 (17) and 141, the Federal Minister
p.002006: for education, science and research in agreement with the Federal Minister
p.002006: for finance;
p.002006: 4. With regard to Section 18 (2), the Federal Minister for the Constitution, Reforms, Deregulation
p.002006: and justice, as far as court and judicial administration fees are concerned, otherwise the
p.002006: Federal Minister of Finance;
p.002006: 5. with regard to Section 29 (6), the Federal Minister of Labor, Social Affairs,
p.002006: Health and consumer protection in agreement with the Federal Minister
p.002006: for education, science and research;
p.002006: 6. with regard to Section 44, the Federal Minister of Labor, Social Affairs, Health and
p.002006: Consumer protection;
p.002006: 7. with regard to sections 106 paragraphs 2 and 3, 108 paragraphs 1, 3 and 4, 109 to 113, 115 and 135 the Federal Minister or
p.002006: the Federal Minister of Labor, Social Affairs, Health and Consumer Protection in agreement with the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research;
p.002006: 1. in respect of Section 17, the Federal Minister of Finance;
p.002006: 2. in respect of Sections 137 and 139, the Federal Minister of Finance in consultation with the Federal Minister of
p.002006: Education, Science and Research;
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p.002006: § 55. Individually Designed Degree Programs
p.002006: § 56. University courses
p.002006: § 56. Certificate university programs for further education
p.002006: § 57. Preparation courses §
p.002006: 57. Preparatory Courses
p.002006: Section 58. Curricula
p.002006: Section 58. Curricula
p.002006: Section 3 students
p.002006: Chapter 3 Students
p.002006: Section 59. Rights and obligations of students Section 59.
p.002006: Rights and Duties of Students
p.002006: § 60. Admission to studies §
p.002006: 60. Admission to Studies
p.002006: Section 61. Admission deadlines
p.002006: Section 61. Admission Periods
p.002006: Section 62. Announcement of continuation of studies Section 62.
p.002006: Registration for the Continuation of Studies
p.002006: Section 63. Admission to regular studies Section 63.
p.002006: Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: Section 63a. Special provision for admission to master's and doctoral programs § 63a. Special commission
p.002006: relating to the Admission to Master's and Doctoral
p.002006: program
p.002006: § 64. General university entrance qualification §
p.002006: 64th General University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 64a. University entrance examination § 64a.
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification Examination
p.002006: Section 65. Special university entrance qualification
p.002006: 65th Special University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 65a. Suitability for teacher training and professional studies at elementary education institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for teaching at Elementary Educational
p.002006: Institutions
p.002006: Section 65b. Legal protection in admission procedures § 65b.
p.002006: Legal protection in respect of admission procedures
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p.002006: Section 66. Study entry and orientation phase Section 66.
p.002006: Study Starting and Orientation Period
p.002006: Section 67. Leave of absence
p.002006: § 67. Academic Leave
p.002006: Section 68. Expiry of admission to regular studies Section 68.
p.002006: Expiry of Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: § 69. Certificate of departure §
p.002006: 69. Leaving Certificate
p.002006: Section 70. Admission to extraordinary studies Section 70.
p.002006: Admission to non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 71. Expiry of admission to extraordinary studies Section 71. Expiry
p.002006: of Admission to Non-Degree Programs
p.002006: 3a. section
p.002006: Access regulations in the context of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Chapter 3a
p.002006: Admission Regulations in the Context of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 71a. aims
p.002006: Section 71a. Objectives
p.002006: Section 71b. Admission to particularly popular bachelor and diploma courses
p.002006: Section 71c. Additional provisions for admission to the studies affected by the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: Section 71d. Admission to bachelor and diploma courses that are particularly in high demand at a university
p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Assessment of academic success and certificates
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p.002006: Section 141a. Principles (note: repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) § 141a. [Removed]
p.002006: Section 141b. Service agreements for the period 2019 to 2021 § 141b. performance
p.002006: Agreements for the Period 2019 to 2021
p.002006: Section 141c. Implementation of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Section 7 Entry into Force and Execution
p.002006: Section 141c. Implementation of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: Entry into Force and Implementation
p.002006: Section 142. References
p.002006: § 142. References
p.002006: Section 143. Entry into force and expiry of legal provisions Section 143. Entry
p.002006: into Force and Expiration of Legal Provisions
p.002006: Section 144. Enforcement
p.002006: § 144. Implementation
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p.002006: Part I.
p.002006: Part I
p.002006: organization law
p.002006: Organizational Law
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: 1. subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 1
p.002006: Principles, tasks and scope Principles, Responsibilities and
p.002006: Scope of application
p.002006: aims
p.002006: Objectives
p.002006: § 1. (1) The universities are called, scientific research and teaching, development and development
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as the teaching of art and thereby responsible for solving the
p.002006: Human problems and the prosperous development of society and the natural environment
p.002006: contribute. Universities are educational institutions under public law that are active in research and in
p.002006: research-led academic teaching on the production of new scientific knowledge as well as on the
p.002006: Tapping new entrances to the arts. In the joint work of teachers and
p.002006: In an enlightened knowledge society, the pursuit of education and autonomy of the
p.002006: Individual accomplished through science. The funding of young scientists goes along
p.002006: the development of skills and qualifications in both the scientific and artistic fields
p.002006: Content as well as in the area of methodological skills with the aim of coping with social
p.002006: Contribute to challenges in a changing humane and gender-sensitive society. To the
p.002006: to take into account constantly changing requirements in terms of organization, study and personnel law,
p.002006: The universities and their organs are constituted with the greatest possible autonomy and self-government.
p.002006: (2) As far as this federal law does not contain any deviating provisions, the 1st and 2nd section of the
p.002006: Research Organization Act (FOG), Federal Law Gazette No. 341/1981, also apply in the scope of this federal law.
p.002006: § 1. (1) The mission of the universities is to serve academic research and teaching, and the advancement,
p.002006: appreciation and teaching of the arts, and thereby to contribute to the personal development of the individual, and to
p.002006: the welfare of society and the environment. Universities are public educational institutions which, in their research
p.002006: and research-based teaching, are directed towards the advancement of knowledge and the development of new
p.002006: approaches to the arts. Through the common efforts of teachers and students, working in an enlightened knowledge
p.002006: society, they assist individuals in their striving for the education and autonomy through science. They promote the
p.002006: advancement of junior academics, which goes hand in hand with the acquisition of scientific and artistic
p.002006: abilities and qualifications, and methodological skills, with the goal of helping a society in transition to
p.002006: master the challenges it faces in a humane and gender-equal fashion. To enable them to respond to the constantly
p.002006: changing demands made on them in terms of organization, study laws and employment laws, the universities and
p.002006: their governing bodies shall constitute themselves under conditions of the greatest possible autonomy and self-
p.002006: administration.
p.002006: (2) Unless otherwise provided for in this Federal Act, Chapters 1 and 2 of the Research Organization Act (FOG), F. L.
p.002006: G. No 341/1981, shall also apply to the area of application of this Act.
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p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles for universities in fulfilling their tasks are:
p.002006: 1. Freedom of science and its teaching (Art. 17 of the Basic Law on the
p.002006: general rights of citizens, RGBl. No. 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic
p.002006: Creation, the mediation of art and its teaching (Art. 17a of the Basic Law on General
p.002006: Rights of citizens);
p.002006: 2. Linking research and teaching, linking the development and development of the arts and their teaching
p.002006: as well as the connection between science and art;
p.002006: 3. Diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles to be observed by the universities in pursuance of their objects are:
p.002006: 1. freedom of sciences and their teaching (Art 17 of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals,
p.002006: Imperial Legal Gazette No 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic activity, the dissemination of the arts
p.002006: and their teaching (Art 17a of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals);
p.002006: 2. interaction between research and teaching, the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts, and science and
p.002006: art;
p.002006: 3. diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: 4. freedom of learning;
p.002006: 4. freedom of study;
p.002006: 5. Taking into account the requirements for access to the profession, particularly for teaching in schools
p.002006: or working at elementary education institutions;
p.002006: 6. Participation of the students, especially with regard to study matters and the quality assurance of teaching;
p.002006: 7. National and international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: Graduates as well as academic and artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. Attention to the requirements for entry to professional careers, in particular for teaching at schools or at
p.002006: elementary educational institutions;
p.002006: 6. student co-determination, particularly in respect of matters relating to studies and quality assurance of
p.002006: teaching;
p.002006: 7. national and international mobility of students, graduates, and university scientific and artistic staff;
p.002006: 8. cooperation between university members; 8. collaborative
p.002006: relationships between members of the university;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men; 9. equality
p.002006: of the sexes;
p.002006: 10. equal social opportunities;
p.002006: 10. equality of social opportunity;
p.002006: 11. special attention to the needs of disabled people; 11. special attention to the
p.002006: needs of the handicapped;
p.002006: 12. Economy, economy and practicality of handling; 12. efficient, economical and
p.002006: expedient management of finances;
p.002006: 13. Compatibility of studies or work with childcare obligations for children and relatives in need of care;
p.002006: 13. compatibility of studies or career and responsibilities for the care of children and family members requiring care;
p.002006: 14. Sustainable use of resources. 14th
p.002006: sustainable use of resources.
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: tasks
p.002006: § 3. The universities fulfill the following tasks within their scope:
p.002006: § 3. Within their sphere of action, the universities fulfil the following tasks:
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p.002006: 1. Development of the sciences (research and teaching), development and development of art as well as teaching of
p.002006: Art;
p.002006: 2. Education through science and through the development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-educational and artistic-scientific
p.002006: Vocational training, qualification for professional activities that require application scientific
p.002006: Knowledge and methods require, as well as training in artistic and scientific
p.002006: Skills to the highest level;
p.002006: 4. Education and promotion of young scientific and artistic talent;
p.002006: 5. Continuing education, especially for graduates from universities and educators
p.002006: Pedagogues;
p.002006: 6. Coordination of scientific research (development and development of the arts) and teaching
p.002006: within the university;
p.002006: 7. Support national and international cooperation in the field of scientific research
p.002006: and teaching as well as art;
p.002006: 8. Support the use and implementation of their research results in practice and support the
p.002006: social integration of results of development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 1. advancement of sciences (research and teaching), and the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts;
p.002006: 2. education through science and the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-pedagogical and artistic-scientific training, qualification for
p.002006: professional activities requiring the application of scientific knowledge and methods, as well as teaching artistic and
p.002006: scientific skills at the highest level;
p.002006: 4. training and promotion of junior academics and young artists;
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p.002006: established studies and research institutions.
p.002006: (2) The sphere of activity of the Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck results from the am
p.002006: Day before this takes effect
p.002006: § 7. (1) The sphere of action of the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1–3 and 7–21 of this Act, unless
p.002006: otherwise provided for by para 2, shall correspond to the study programs and research institutions at the
p.002006: above universities as constituted on the day before the entry into force of this Act.
p.002006: (2) The sphere of action of the Medical Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck shall correspond to the
p.002006: study programs and research institutions at the
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p.002006: Federal law established at the medical faculties of the universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck
p.002006: Studies and research institutions.
p.002006: (3) Changes to the spheres of activity of the universities are only possible through the performance agreements in accordance with § 13
p.002006: or permitted by regulation of the federal government in accordance with § 8.
p.002006: Faculties of Medicine of the Universities of Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck as constituted on the day before the
p.002006: entry into force of this act.
p.002006: (3) Modifications to the spheres of action of the universities are only permissible by way of the performance
p.002006: agreements according to § 13 or by decrees of the Federal Government according to § 8.
p.002006: Securing research and teaching areas Safeguarding
p.002006: Fields of Research and Teaching
p.002006: § 8. The Federal Government may, on the proposal of the Federal Minister of a university or
p.002006: Order several universities to set up a course of study if this is possible
p.002006: overarching educational policy or science policy reasons is required and none
p.002006: agreement on this is made within the framework of a service agreement.
p.002006: § 8. On the recommendation of the Federal Minister, the Federal Government may, by decree, direct one or more
p.002006: universities to establish a program of study if this is necessary for overriding educational or scientific
p.002006: policy reasons and no performance agreement to this effect has been reached.
p.002006: legal supervision
p.002006: Legal supervision
p.002006: § 9. The universities, the societies, foundations and foundations they have established according to § 10 paragraph 1
p.002006: Associations as well as those companies whose business shares the university indirectly or directly increases
p.002006: than 50% holds are subject to federal supervision. This includes supervision of compliance with the
p.002006: Laws and regulations including the articles of association (legal supervision).
p.002006: § 9. The universities as well as the companies, foundations and associations they have founded under § 10 para 1, and
p.002006: those companies of which the university holds a direct or indirect share of more than 50%, are subject to supervision
p.002006: by the Federal Government. This shall comprise monitoring of compliance with the acts, decrees and the universities'
p.002006: statutes (legal supervision).
p.002006: Companies, Foundations, Associations Companies,
p.002006: Foundations and Associations
p.002006: § 10. (1) Every university is entitled to found societies, foundations and associations as well as itself
p.002006: To participate in societies and to be a member of associations, provided that this foundation, participation or
p.002006: Membership serves the fulfillment of the tasks of the university and in particular research (development
p.002006: and development of the arts) and the teaching is not affected.
p.002006: (2) Each university is also entitled, other assets - without prejudice to sections 26 and 27 - in particular
p.002006: also in the form of donations, donations and sponsoring.
p.002006: § 10. (1) Each university shall be entitled to form companies, foundations and associations and to invest therein and
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p.002006: relevant areas of art, culture and research as well as knowledge and technology transfer. Furthermore has
p.002006: the university takes measures on the social dimension in teaching and on the inclusion of
p.002006: developing underrepresented groups in higher education.
p.002006: The university shall formulate its contribution to social progress. This includes measures to improve social
p.002006: permeability, to increase the proportion of women in leadership positions at universities, the
p.002006: promotion of female junior researchers in a targeted manner, the advancement of socially relevant areas of
p.002006: art, culture and research, and knowledge and technology transfers. Furthermore, the university shall develop
p.002006: measures aiming to promote the social dimension in teaching and to include underrepresented groups in higher education.
p.002006: h) Increasing internationality and mobility: h) increase
p.002006: in internationality and mobility:
p.002006: Activities and projects in this area relate in particular to multi-year projects
p.002006: international cooperation with universities, other research institutions and institutions from the
p.002006: Art and culture area, on joint study and exchange programs for students, for the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff as well as increasing the proportion of foreign
p.002006: Students and postgraduates.
p.002006: i) inter-university cooperation and cooperation with other post-secondary educational institutions:
p.002006: The university has in particular its activities for the common use of
p.002006: Organizational units and services with other post-secondary educational institutions
p.002006: determine. There is information about the areas, scope and impact of the collaborations
p.002006: deliver.
p.002006: Activities and projects in this area relate, in particular, to multi-year international co-operation
p.002006: agreements with other universities, research institutions and artistic or cultural institutions, to joint
p.002006: programs and exchange programs for students as well as for the scientific and artistic staff, and to an increase in
p.002006: the proportion of foreign undergraduates and postgraduates in the student body.
p.002006: i) inter-university co-operation and co-operation with other post-secondary educational institutions: In that, the
p.002006: university shall give an account of its efforts to promote the common use of organizational units and services with
p.002006: other post-secondary educational institutions. This shall include information on the areas, extent and effects of
p.002006: the co-operation with other Austrian universities.
p.002006: j) Definition of indicators:
p.002006: j) establishment of indicators:
p.002006: Indicators are to be defined on the basis of which the achievement of certain performance agreement goals
p.002006: can be measured; the relevant indicators are to be included in the university's knowledge base.
p.002006: k) in relation to studies for teaching at schools or professional activities in elementary education
p.002006: Educational institutions: The basis of the performance agreement is a positive one for newly established studies
p.002006: Indicators shall be established which serve to measure the attainment of particular objectives of the performance
p.002006: agreement; the indicators chosen shall be included in the intellectual capital report of the the university.
p.002006: k) for teacher training programs for schools or elementary educational institutions: Performance agreements for newly
p.002006: established programs shall be subject to approval by the Quality Assurance Council for Teacher Training.
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p.002006: Statement of the Quality Assurance Council for Pedagogue Education.
p.002006: 2. The federal government's obligation to pay: Allocation of the global budget broken down into the partial amounts according to
p.002006: Section 12a (2) lines 1 to 3 with the exception of those amounts that are due to the competitive
p.002006: Indicators are assigned. The latter are for the respective service agreement period
p.002006: Estimated, the final amounts are allocated annually in retrospect;
p.002006: 2. undertakings made by the federal government: allocation of the global budget, broken down into the
p.002006: components according to § 12a para 2 subparas 1 to 3, with the exception of those amounts allocated on the basis of
p.002006: competition indicators. The latter are pre-estimated for the respective performance agreement period. On
p.002006: ex-post allocation of the final amounts shall take place every year;
p.002006: 3. Content, extent and scope of the goals and time of goal achievement; 3. content, extent and scope of
p.002006: the objectives and the timing of goal attainment;
p.002006: (Note: Z 4 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) 4.
p.002006: [Removed]
p.002006: 5. Measures in the event of non-performance of the performance agreement; 5. measures in the case of
p.002006: non-fulfillment of the performance agreement;
p.002006: 6. Reporting and accountability. 6. reporting
p.002006: and accounting.
p.002006: (3) The service agreement can be used in the event of serious changes to the underlying
p.002006: Framework conditions as well as for special financing requirements, e.g. for certain projects for
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p.002006: person / those persons it holds liable for the claim. In such proceedings the defendant (s) shall be released from the
p.002006: duty of secrecy.
p.002006: (4) University bodies or employees of a university shall be liable to the Federal Government for damage directly and
p.002006: culpably inflicted on the Federal Government by themselves or university employees or other persons acting on
p.002006: behalf of the university in the performance of public duties, under the Public Organs Liability Act,
p.002006: F.L.G. No 181/1967; the defendants shall be released from their duty of secrecy.
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p.002006: legal representation
p.002006: Legal representation
p.002006: § 50. The university as well as companies whose business shares the university indirectly or
p.002006: directly holds more than 50%, are entitled to withdraw from the financial procurator according to the Prokuraturgesetz,
p.002006: StGBl. No. 172/1945, to be legally advised and represented for a fee.
p.002006: § 50. Universities and companies in which they hold direct or indirect majority interests shall be entitled to
p.002006: fee-paying legal advice and representation by the Finanzprokuratur under the Prokuratur Act, State Legal Gazette
p.002006: No 172/1945.
p.002006: Part II
p.002006: Part II
p.002006: study Regulations
p.002006: Study Law
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: definitions
p.002006: Definitions
p.002006: Section 51. (1) In the implementation of the study regulations, the universities act within the framework of the sovereign administration.
p.002006: (2) The following definitions apply within the scope of this Federal Law:
p.002006: 1. Recognized post-secondary educational institutions are the educational institutions, the studies
p.002006: to the extent of at least six semesters in which admission is general
p.002006: University entrance qualification within the meaning of this federal law or, in the case of artistic studies, proof of artistic
p.002006: Suitability and which is based on the legislation of the state in which they are based as
p.002006: Educational institutions are recognized within the meaning of this definition.
p.002006: 2. Ordinary studies are the diploma studies, the bachelor degree, the master degree, the doctoral degree
p.002006: as well as the extension studies.
p.002006: 3. Diploma studies are the ordinary studies that are both scientific and
p.002006: artistic vocational training and qualification for professional activities which the
p.002006: Require application of scientific and artistic knowledge and methods, as well as theirs
p.002006: Serve deepening and supplementation. These studies meet the requirements of Art. 11 lit. e of the directive
p.002006: 2005/36 / EG on the recognition of professional qualifications, OJ. L 255, 09/30/2005 p. 22, last changed
p.002006: through Directive 2013/55 / EU, OJ.
p.002006: § 51. (1) In the implementation of the study regulations, the universities shall act with public power.
p.002006: (2) In the meaning of this Act the following definitions shall apply:
p.002006: 1. “Recognized post-secondary educational institutions” mean educational institutions which offers study
p.002006: programs lasting for at least six semesters for which admission requires the general university entrance
p.002006: qualification in terms of the present Federal Act and which is accredited as a post-secondary educational institution
p.002006: according to the legal rules of the country in which it is domiciled.
p.002006: 2. “Degree programs” mean diploma, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs as well as extension
p.002006: program.
p.002006: 3. “Diploma programs” mean degree programs which provide pre-vocational scientific or artistic vocational
p.002006: education and qualify students for occupations requiring the application of scientific and artistic knowledge
p.002006: and methods, as well as deepening and extending such knowledge. These programs fulfill the requirements of
p.002006: Art 11 lit e of the directive 2005/36 / EC on the recognition of professional qualifications, OJ No L 255 of
p.002006: 30/09/2005 p. 22, last amended by directive 2013/55 / EU, OJ No L 354 of
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p.002006: L 354, 28.12.2013 p. 132, as amended by OJ L 305, 24.10.2014 p. 115.
p.002006: 4. Bachelor's degree is the ordinary degree, that of scientific and artistic professional training
p.002006: or vocational training and qualification for professional activities that serve the application
p.002006: require scientific and artistic knowledge and methods. These studies meet that
p.002006: Requirements of Art. 11 lit. d of Directive 2005/36 / EC. They are not divided into study sections.
p.002006: 5. Master's degrees are the ordinary degree programs that deepen and complement the scientific and
p.002006: serve as artistic training or vocational training based on bachelor’s programs. This
p.002006: Studies meet the requirements of Art. 11 lit. e of Directive 2005/36 / EC. You are not in study sections
p.002006: divided.
p.002006: 5a. Enlargement studies are regular studies that serve the purpose of those acquired in a regular course
p.002006: Competencies to expand additional competencies.
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p.002006: of scientific and artistic staff for teaching and is determined by decree according to § 71d para 1.
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p.002006: The guideline value is defined in the regulation in accordance with § 71d (1).
p.002006: 14g. The field of study basically corresponds to the "detailed field" criterion of the ISCED Fields of Education
p.002006: and Training 2013 by UNESCO. Fields of study in the sense of capacity-oriented, student-related
p.002006: University funding are subject-specific assignments of studies according to the ISCED Fields of Education and Training 1999.
p.002006: 15. Ordinary students are the students who are admitted to the regular studies.
p.002006: 16. General university entrance qualification is the level of education that gives a person the ability and the right
p.002006: mediates, if any additional study-specific requirements are met
p.002006: to be admitted to a regular university course.
p.002006: 17. Special university entrance qualification is the fulfillment of additional study-specific ones
p.002006: Requirements for admission to a certain regular degree.
p.002006: 18. Supplementary exams are the exams for attaining general or special university entrance qualifications or for the
p.002006: Proof of knowledge of the German language.
p.002006: 19. Admission examinations are the examinations which, taking into account the educational opportunities, the proof of
p.002006: artistic aptitude for artistic studies and for teacher training in these subjects or for proof
p.002006: serve the sporting suitability for sports science studies and for the teacher training studies in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. Extraordinary studies are the university courses and attendance of individual courses
p.002006: scientific subjects and studies to establish equivalence in accordance with Section 90 (4).
p.002006: 21. University courses serve for further education. The establishment of
p.002006: University courses to prepare for an artistic bachelor's or diploma course are permitted.
p.002006: 22. Extraordinary students are the students admitted to the extraordinary studies
p.002006: are.
p.002006: 23. Master degrees in university courses are those internationally used master degrees that
p.002006: for the graduates
p.002006: 14g. “Field of education” basically corresponds to the UNESCO ISCED Fields of Education and Training 2013
p.002006: criterion “detailed field”. Fields of education in the context of the capacity-oriented, student-based funding of
p.002006: universities mean the bundling of programs according to the ISCED Fields of Education and Training 1999.
p.002006: 15. “Degree students” mean students admitted to degree programs.
p.002006: 16. “General university entrance qualification” means a qualification providing evidence that a person has reached
p.002006: a level of educational attainment conferring the ability and the right to be admitted to a degree program at a
p.002006: university, subject to the fulfillment of any additional subject-specific requirements.
p.002006: 17. “Special university entrance qualification” means a qualification fulfilling additional, subject-specific
p.002006: requirements for admission to a given degree program.
p.002006: 18. “Supplementary examinations” mean examinations for obtaining the general or the special university entrance
p.002006: qualification, or examinations required to demonstrate proficiency in the German language or physical-motor aptitude.
p.002006: 19. “Admission examinations” mean examinations which, taking the sitter’s previous educational opportunities
p.002006: into account, serve to demonstrate artistic aptitude for art and the teacher training programs in these subjects,
p.002006: or sportive aptitude for studies in sports sciences and the teacher training programs in these subjects.
p.002006: 20. “Non-degree programs” mean certificate university programs for further education and individual
p.002006: courses in scientific subjects as well as studies for establishing the equivalency in the meaning of § 90 para 4.
p.002006: 21. “Certificate university programs for further education” mean courses providing further and continuing
p.002006: education. The establishment of certificate university programs for further education to prepare
p.002006: students for bachelor's or diploma programs in the fine and applied arts is permissible.
p.002006: 22. “Non-degree seeking students” mean students admitted to non-degree programs.
p.002006: 23. “Master degrees in continuing education” mean internationally used degrees awarded to students who
p.002006: successfully complete certificate university
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p.002006: of those university courses are determined, their admission requirements, scope
p.002006: and requirements with access conditions, scope and requirements corresponding
p.002006: foreign master’s courses are comparable.
p.002006: 24. Curriculum is the regulation with which the qualification profile, the content and structure of a degree and
p.002006: the examination regulations are to be laid down. More detailed provisions are to be made in the statutes.
p.002006: 25. Examination regulations are the part of the curriculum that defines the types of exams
p.002006: the examination method and further provisions for the examination procedure.
p.002006: 26. Common study programs are studies that are based on agreements between one
p.002006: or more universities, universities of teacher education, maintainers of technical college
p.002006: Degree programs, private universities or foreign recognized post-secondary educational institutions in
p.002006: in the form of a joint, double or multiple degree program.
p.002006: 27. Studies set up together are studies that are based on agreements between one
p.002006: or several Austrian universities, universities of teacher education, maintainers of
p.002006: Universities of applied sciences or private universities are carried out, with an identical curriculum
p.002006: is to be adopted.
p.002006: 28. Nostrification is the recognition of a foreign degree as
p.002006: Completion of a regular domestic degree.
p.002006: 29. Qualification profile is that part of the curriculum that describes which scientific, artistic
p.002006: and professional qualifications by completing the relevant degree
p.002006: purchase.
p.002006: 31. Plagiarism exists in any case when texts, content or ideas are adopted and as their own
p.002006: be issued. This includes in particular the appropriation and use of text passages,
p.002006: Theories, hypotheses, knowledge or data through direct, paraphrased or translated
p.002006: Acceptance without appropriate identification and citation of the source and the author.
p.002006: 32. In any case, there is a pretense of scientific or artistic achievement if someone is unauthorized
p.002006: Tools used or yourself
p.002006: programs for further education, the admission requirements, scope and standards of which are comparable
p.002006: with those of similar master's programs abroad.
p.002006: 24. “Curriculum” means the decree which sets out the qualification profile, contents and structure of a
p.002006: programs, and the examination regulations. The detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: 25. “Examination regulations” mean that part of the curriculum which sets out the nature and method of the
p.002006: examinations, and detailed provisions governing examination procedures.
p.002006: 26. “Joint study programs” mean study programs which are offered jointly on the basis of agreements between one or
p.002006: several universities, university colleges of teacher education, providers of university of applied sciences
p.002006: programs, private universities or foreign recognized post-secondary educational institutions in the form of a
p.002006: joint, double or multiple programs.
p.002006: 27. “Jointly offered study programs” mean study programs which are offered jointly on the basis
p.002006: of agreements between one or several universities, university colleges of teacher education, providers of
p.002006: university of applied sciences programs or private universities, in that an identical curriculum shall be enacted.
p.002006: 28. "Nostrification" means the recognition of a foreign degree as a domestic one.
p.002006: 29. A qualification profile is that part of the curriculum that describes which scientific and professional
p.002006: qualifications the students acquire in the course of the degree program.
p.002006: 31. An act of plagiarism is committed in any case, when text, content, or ideas are used and presented as one's
p.002006: own. This encompasses in particular the appropriation and use of text, theories, hypotheses, findings or
p.002006: data by directly quoting, paraphrasing or translating them without appropriate acknowledgment and reference to
p.002006: the source and the original author.
p.002006: 32. Academic or artistic dishonesty has been unquestionably committed when unauthorized aids have been used,
p.002006: unauthorized use has been made of
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p.002006: when writing a written work or taking an exam or when creating an artistic one
p.002006: Work is operated without permission by another person or when data and results are invented or falsified.
p.002006: another person in writing a scientific thesis, taking an examination or preparing an artistic submission, or
p.002006: data and results have been fabricated or falsified.
p.002006: Classification of the academic year
p.002006: Structure of the Academic Year
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p.002006: must have at least 90 ECTS credits. Master's programs for secondary school teaching (general education)
p.002006: 120 ECTS credit points must be included in just one subject. The in the School Organization Act, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 242/1962, mentioned tasks of the types of school are to be considered accordingly.
p.002006: (4) The duration of doctoral studies is at least three years. The degree may be awarded as a “Doctor of
p.002006: Philosophy ”doctoral studies and awarded the academic degree“ Doctor of Philosophy ”, abbreviated to“ PhD ”
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (5) In secondary school teacher training (general education) a specialization can be used instead of a teaching subject
p.002006: to get voted. In any case, inclusive pedagogy is to be offered as a specialization.
p.002006: (6) Master’s courses for the teaching post of secondary education (general education) in only one subject may only be carried out as stipulated
p.002006: of the need for graduates can be set up for a limited period in this subject.
p.002006: (7) Studies may also be set up as joint studies (Section 54e) or as joint study programs (Section 54d)
p.002006: Tobe offered.
p.002006: (8) If the participating educational institutions decide to undertake a joint study program or a
p.002006: The participating educational institutions must take precautionary measures to no longer carry out jointly established studies
p.002006: meet that students completing their degree within a reasonable time, the
p.002006: in any case, the duration of the study plus two semesters is possible.
p.002006: medicine, the workload associated with the bachelor's programs and the master's program may amount to a
p.002006: total of 360 ECTS credits. The professional authorization of physicians and dentists, of other medical
p.002006: professions, and of pharmacists shall solely be governed by the respective vocational regulations, in
p.002006: particular directive 2005/36 / EC. The workload associated with master's programs shall amount to at least 60 ECTS
p.002006: credits, provided that the bachelor's program completed beforehand according to § 64 para 3 total to 240 ECTS
p.002006: credits. The workload associated with the bachelor's program for teacher training shall amount to 240 ECTS credits,
p.002006: and no expert opinion on employability shall be needed. The workload associated with master's programs for
p.002006: teacher training for secondary schools (general education) as well as for teacher training for secondary
p.002006: schools (general education) for graduates of a teacher training program for primary shall amount to at
p.002006: at least 90 ECTS credits. The workload associated with master's programs for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) in only one subject shall amount to 120 ECTS credits. The tasks for the types of schools named
p.002006: in the School Organization Act, F.L.G. No 242/1962, shall be taken into account adequately.
p.002006: (4) The duration of doctoral programs is at least three years. The programs may be designated as a “Doctor of
p.002006: Philosophy ”programs, and the academic degree of“ Doctor of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”, awarded for it.
p.002006: (5) In teacher training programs for secondary schools (general education) it is possible to select a specialization
p.002006: instead of a subject. Inclusive education shall in any case be offered as a specialization.
p.002006: (6) Master's programs for teacher training for secondary schools (general education) in only one subject may
p.002006: only be offered temporarily with regard to the need of graduates in this subject.
p.002006: (7) Study programs may be run as jointly offered study programs (§ 54e) or as joint study programs (§ 54d).
p.002006: (8) If the participating educational institutions decide to discontinue with the joint study program or a as jointly
p.002006: offered study programs, the participating educational institutions shall make arrangements, so that students of the
p.002006: respective programs have the possibility to complete their studies within a reasonable period, which shall at least
p.002006: comprise the duration of the studies plus two semesters.
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p.002006: (9) Offers of bachelor and master studies to become a teacher for elementary schools,
p.002006: Special schools, polytechnic schools, secondary schools, new middle schools or for the area of vocational training
p.002006: can only be established in the form of one with one (or more) universities of teacher education
p.002006: Offered and managed.
p.002006: (9) Bachelor's and master's programs that provide teacher training for elementary schools, special needs
p.002006: schools, polytechnical schools, secondary schools, “new middle schools” or for teaching in the area of vocational
p.002006: training may only be offered as joint programs together with one (or several) university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education.
p.002006: extension studies
p.002006: Extension programs
p.002006: Section 54a. (1) Admission to one and the notification of the continuation of an extension course sets the admission
p.002006: for a degree or a degree that has already been completed, the expansion of which it serves
p.002006: ahead. If the admission to the regular course of study, the expansion of which it serves, expires on the basis of Section 68 (1) no.
p.002006: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 or para. 2, the admission to the extension course also expires at the same time.
p.002006: The completion of the extension course means the completion of the regular course, its
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p.002006: curriculum on which the subject, the specialization or the combination of related subjects is based.
p.002006: Extension Programs for Graduates of Six-Semester Teacher Training Programs
p.002006: Section 54c. (1) Prior to their admission to a master's programs for teacher training, graduates of six-semester bachelor's
p.002006: programs for teacher training at university colleges of teacher education shall complete an extension programs
p.002006: amounting to 60 to 90 ECTS credits which shall be specified in the curriculum for the bachelor's program for teacher
p.002006: training or in a separate curriculum. For secondary school teaching (general education) the same subjects shall be
p.002006: chosen as in the six-semester bachelor's programs.
p.002006: (2) Notwithstanding Sections 54a para 1 and 58 para 1, it is not necessary to enact a separate curriculum for extension
p.002006: programs for graduates of a six-semester bachelor's programs at a university college of teacher education if
p.002006: the contents and requirements are marked in the curriculum on which the bachelor's program for teacher training is
p.002006: based.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding para 1, graduates of a six-semester teacher training program may extend this
p.002006: teacher training programs by adding one or more subjects, specializations or combinations of related
p.002006: subjects according to § 54b para 2.
p.002006: Joint study programs
p.002006: Joint study programs
p.002006: Section 54d. (1) In the case of joint study programs, the educational institutions involved have agreements on
p.002006: the implementation, in particular by determining the achievements that the students concerned make to the participants
p.002006: Educational institutions have to close.
p.002006: (2) In the event of an agreement in accordance with paragraph 1, the Senate within the meaning of § 25 paragraph 1 line 10 has a reasonable period
p.002006: to issue a corresponding curriculum.
p.002006: Section 54d. (1) In the case of joint study programs, the educational institutions concerned shall conclude agreements
p.002006: specifying the execution, in particular on the performance which the students shall be committed to at the educational
p.002006: institutions concerned.
p.002006: (2) Upon the existence of an agreement according to para 1, the senate shall enact a curriculum in the meaning of § 25
p.002006: para 1 subpara 10 in due time.
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p.002006: Jointly set up studies
p.002006: Offered study programs
p.002006: Section 54e. (1) For jointly established studies, the Austrian post-secondary participants involved
p.002006: Educational institutions have an agreement in particular about the implementation as well as the
p.002006: Close work and resource allocation.
p.002006: (2) In the responsible bodies of the Austrian post-secondary educational institutions involved
p.002006: The curriculum to be issued in the same way is the assignment of the subjects to the respective educational institution
p.002006: to make it clear.
p.002006: (3) In the by the rectorates of the participating universities and public teacher training colleges
p.002006: enacting regulations or by the responsible bodies of recognized private educationalists
p.002006: Universities, institutions for the implementation of universities of applied sciences and private universities
p.002006: Similar agreements that are published are regulations regarding the responsibilities for the execution of the
p.002006: stipulate study law provisions. Furthermore, it must be determined which study law
p.002006: Statutes of which participating educational institutions apply.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a jointly established course of study is only permitted at one of the participating educational institutions
p.002006: at the choice of the student. The rectorates of the participating universities and
p.002006: public universities of teacher education can be issued by ordinances or
p.002006: the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions
p.002006: to carry out university of applied sciences courses and private universities can through
p.002006: Publishing agreements of the same name determine the educational institution that grants admission
p.002006: has to perform. With the admission, the student is also relatives or relatives of all on
p.002006: jointly established study institutions involved.
p.002006: (5) The admitting educational institution has to carry out the continuation reports that the study
p.002006: relevant confirmations, certificates and evidence as well as the final certificates
p.002006: issue and award the intended academic degree or academic title
p.002006: as well as the annex to the diploma.
p.002006: (6) In the case of participation by universities of applied sciences or private universities in a jointly established one
p.002006: Study find the study law
p.002006: Section 54e. (1) In the case of jointly offered study programs, the participating Austrian post-secondary
p.002006: educational institutions shall conclude agreements, in particular on the implementation as well as the
p.002006: distribution of the tasks and the resources.
p.002006: (2) The curriculum to be enacted identically by the competent bodies of the participating Austrian post-secondary
p.002006: educational institutions shall indicate the division of subjects among the educational institutions.
p.002006: (3) The decrees to be enacted identically by the rectorates of the participating universities and public university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education or the agreements to be published identically by the competent bodies of recognized
p.002006: private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences
p.002006: programs, and private universities, respectively, shall contain provisions on the competences for the implementation
p.002006: of the provisions of study law. Furthermore, it shall be stated which provisions of study law in the statutes of which
p.002006: participating educational institution shall apply.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a jointly offered study program may be granted only at one of the participating educational
p.002006: institutions to be chosen by the student. The rectorates of the participating universities and public university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education may, by decrees to be enacted identically, or the competent bodies of
p.002006: recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied
p.002006: sciences programs, and private universities may, by agreements to be published identically, indicate the
p.002006: educational institution which shall implement the admission. By the admission, the student shall become a member of
p.002006: all educational institutions participating in the jointly offered study program.
p.002006: (5) The institution which has admitted the student shall implement the registration for the continuation of
p.002006: studies, issue the confirmations, certifications and pieces of evidence regarding the studies and the final
p.002006: certificates, award the prescribed academic degree or the prescribed academic designation, respectively, as well as
p.002006: issue the diploma supplement.
p.002006: (6) In the case of participation of universities of applied sciences or private universities in a jointly
p.002006: offered study programs, the study law provisions of this
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p.002006: Provisions of this Part II application. Against decisions is a complaint to the
p.002006: Federal Administrative Court permitted.
p.002006: (7) Becomes a course of study to acquire a teaching post in the area of primary or secondary education
p.002006: (Vocational training) set up together with a teacher training college are the relevant provisions
p.002006: of the University Act 2005 - HG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 30/2006.
p.002006: (8) If a course of study is set up together with a teacher training college, the rectorates of the
p.002006: participating educational institutions in the event that not all applicants for reasons of space
p.002006: Applicants can be admitted through equivalent regulations to the capacities
p.002006: Corresponding number of first-year students and for all those who apply in the same way
p.002006: Set admission criteria.
p.002006: Part II shall apply. Appeals to the Federal Administrative Court against such decisions shall be
p.002006: permissible.
p.002006: (7) If a teacher training program for primary school teaching and for secondary school teaching
p.002006: (vocational training) is offered jointly with a university college of teacher education, the respective provisions of
p.002006: the Teacher Education Act 2005 - HG, F. L. G. I No 30/2006, shall apply.
p.002006: (8) If a program is offered jointly with a university college of teacher education, the rectorates of the
p.002006: participating educational institutions may, in the case that not all applicants can be admitted for reasons of study
p.002006: places, by decrees to be enacted identically, determine a number of first-year students which corresponds to the
p.002006: capacities available as well as admission criteria which shall apply to all applicants in the same way.
p.002006: Individual study Individually
p.002006: Designed degree programs
p.002006: Section 55. (1) Subjects from various diploma, bachelor or master programs may be combined into an individual bachelor
p.002006: or master’s degree. The application for admission to an individual course of study is at that university
p.002006: to bring in the focus of the planned study.
p.002006: § 55. (1) Subjects forming part of different diploma, bachelor’s or master’s programs may be combined
p.002006: in individual bachelor’s or master’s programs. Applications for admission to an individual programs
p.002006: shall be made to the university at which will be the main focus of the planned studies.
p.002006: (2) The application must contain in any case: (2) Search
p.002006: applications shall, at the least, contain:
p.002006: 1. the name of the course; 1.
p.002006: the designation of the programs;
p.002006: 2. a curriculum including qualification profile; 2. a
p.002006: curriculum including the qualification profile;
p.002006: 3. the scope in ECTS credits; 3. the number of
p.002006: ECTS credits conferred; and
p.002006: 4. If the study is to be carried out at several universities, assign the subjects to those involved
p.002006: Universities.
p.002006: (3) The application must be approved by the body responsible for organizing the studies, if
p.002006: the requested study is equivalent to a relevant course of study. The time is in the approval
p.002006: of admission to individual studies.
p.002006: (4) Graduates of individual bachelor’s degree programs are responsible for study law matters
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p.002006: public education mandate is carried out for the participants
p.002006: free of course fees.
p.002006: (5) In the curriculum of a university course, a maximum duration of study can be provided, which is at least
p.002006: envisaged study time plus two semesters.
p.002006: Section 56. (1) Universities shall be entitled to establish certificate university programs for further
p.002006: education.
p.002006: (2) Certificate university programs for further education may be run as jointly offered study programs (§
p.002006: 54e) or as joint study programs (§ 54d), and may also be conducted during the recess periods and, in order to provide
p.002006: financial and organizational support for them, in co-operation with other legal entities.
p.002006: (3) Students attending certificate university programs for further education shall pay course fees. These shall be
p.002006: set by the rectorate at levels reflecting actual course costs. Degree programs students in receipt of student
p.002006: grants shall, on application, be accorded reductions in the course fees having regard to their financial
p.002006: circumstances.
p.002006: (4) Teachers attending certificate university programs for continuing and further education offered within
p.002006: the educational mission under public law shall be free of course fees.
p.002006: (5) The curriculum of a certificate university program for further education may determine a maximum duration of
p.002006: studies, which shall comprise at least the requested duration of studies plus two semesters.
p.002006: preparatory courses
p.002006: Preparatory courses
p.002006: Section 57. The universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21 are entitled to preparatory courses for
p.002006: Preparing to set up an artistic bachelor's or diploma course. For
p.002006: Preparatory courses are not subject to a course fee or a tuition fee.
p.002006: § 57. The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall be entitled to establish certificate university
p.002006: programs for further education to prepare students for artistic bachelor or diploma programs. For preparatory
p.002006: courses neither course fees nor tuition fees shall be levied.
p.002006: curricula
p.002006: curricula
p.002006: Section 58. (1) At universities there are curricula for the individual studies in accordance with Sections 54b (4) and 54c (2)
p.002006: to enact.
p.002006: (2) The curricula must contain a qualification profile (section 51 (2) no.29).
p.002006: Section 58. (1) At the universities curricula shall be enacted for the single study programs within the limits
p.002006: of Sections 54b para 4 and 54c para 2.
p.002006: (2) The curricula shall contain a qualification profile (§ 51 para 2 subpara 29).
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p.002006: institutions, and curricula for training programs for teaching at schools shall also be submitted to the Quality
p.002006: Assurance Council for Teacher Training.
p.002006: (6) Curricula and changes shall shall enter into force on 1 October of the same year, if published in the university
p.002006: gazette prior to 1 July; if published after 30 June, they shall enter into force on 1 October of the following year. In
p.002006: the case of expiry of study programs, curricula shall expire with 30 September of the same year, if published in the
p.002006: university gazette prior to 1 July; if published after 30 June, they shall expire with 30 September of the following
p.002006: year.
p.002006: (7) For courses requiring special types of prior knowledge, the curriculum may require evidence of such knowledge in
p.002006: the form of one or more examinations passed or another expedient form as a condition for registration. These conditions
p.002006: shall also apply to students registering for the courses in question in connection with the use of the range of courses
p.002006: or within an individual study programs.
p.002006: (8) In the case of courses which can only be attended by a limited number of students, the curriculum shall state the
p.002006: maximum number of persons who can be accepted and the procedure for awarding places, whereby care shall
p.002006: be taken to ensure that the studies of students whose applications do not receive priority are not prolonged as a
p.002006: result. If necessary, parallel courses shall be offered, and these may also be held during the recess period.
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p.002006: (9) Curricula of Bachelor and Master studies are to be designed in such a way that the provision of study achievements
p.002006: is also possible at post-secondary educational institutions abroad. It is important to ensure that
p.002006: this is possible without losing study time.
p.002006: (10) The curricula have the objectives of Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
p.002006: note.
p.002006: (11) For students with a disability within the meaning of Section 3 of the Federal Disability Equality Act, Federal Law Gazette I
p.002006: No. 82/2005, are the requirements of the curricula - if necessary, taking into account § 59 Paragraph 1 No. 12
p.002006: requested different examination methods - by notification of the body responsible for study law
p.002006: modify, whereby the educational goal of the chosen course must be achievable.
p.002006: (9) The curricula of bachelor's and master's programs shall be designed in a way that studies at foreign recognized
p.002006: post-secondary educational institutions are possible, whereby care shall be taken to ensure that this is possible
p.002006: without loss of study time.
p.002006: (10) In the curricula regard shall be given to the objectives stipulated in Art 24 of the UN Convention on the Rights
p.002006: of persons with disabilities.
p.002006: (11) For students with disabilities in the meaning of § 3 of the Federal Act on the Equalization of Persons
p.002006: with Disabilities, F.L.G. I No 82/2005, the requirements stipulated in the curricula - if need be
p.002006: with regard to examinations according to alternative methods pursuant to § 59 para 1 subpara 12 applied for - shall
p.002006: be modified by official notification of the body responsible for study law, making the educational goal of
p.002006: the chosen programs attainable.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: student
p.002006: Students
p.002006: Rights and duties of the students
p.002006: Rights and Duties of Students
p.002006: Section 59. (1) Students are entitled to freedom of learning in accordance with the statutory provisions.
p.002006: In particular, it includes the right
p.002006: 1. both at the university where they were admitted to study and at other universities
p.002006: Obtain approval for other studies;
p.002006: 2. to choose from courses in accordance with the range of courses and the requirements of the curriculum;
p.002006: 3. in addition to a regular degree at the university of admission or in accordance with Section 63 (9)
p.002006: other universities or in jointly established studies with universities of teacher education at these
p.002006: Use courses for which the students meet the registration requirements specified in the curricula
p.002006: fulfill;
p.002006: 4. the relevant teaching and research institutions and the libraries at all
p.002006: To use educational institutions of which they are members in accordance with the regulations for use;
p.002006: 5. as a regular student of a diploma or master's degree, the topic and the supervisor
p.002006: Supervisor of her diploma or master thesis or the topic of her artistic diploma or
p.002006: Section 59. (1) Within the limits of the law, students are entitled to freedom of study.
p.002006: This shall, in particular, include the right,
p.002006: 1. to be accepted for other programs both at the university to which they have been admitted and at other
p.002006: universities;
p.002006: 2. within the limits of the range of courses and the provisions of the curriculum, to choose between courses;
p.002006: 3. beyond a degree program at the university which has admitted them or, in accordance with § 63 para 9, at
p.002006: other universities or, in programs offered jointly with university colleges of teacher education, at those, to
p.002006: take advantage of range of courses for which they fulfill the registration requirements set out in the
p.002006: curricula;
p.002006: 4. to make use of the teaching and research facilities relevant to their subject, and the libraries at all educational
p.002006: institutions from which they are members, in accordance with the regulations pertaining to;
p.002006: 5. if they are diploma or master's program students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the
p.002006: supervisor and the topic of their diploma
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p.002006: Propose a master's thesis in accordance with the university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 6. as a regular student of a doctoral program, the topic of their dissertation according to the
p.002006: propose university regulations or choose from a number of proposals;
p.002006: 7. to write scientific or artistic work in a foreign language if the supervisor
p.002006: Supervisor agrees;
p.002006: 8. to take exams as regular students in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. to be awarded academic degrees after completing the curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 10. as extraordinary students at the university courses concerned
p.002006: participate and take the exams prescribed therein;
p.002006: 11. As extraordinary students who only attend courses
p.002006: are admitted to attend courses for which they take the
p.002006: Curricula set registration requirements, as well as according to the university
p.002006: Regulations to take exams;
p.002006: 12. a different examination method, if the student can prove that he or she has a disability
p.002006: making the examination in the prescribed method impossible, and the content and requirements of the
p.002006: Testing is not affected by a different method;
p.002006: 13. requests for the person of the examiner. These requests are where possible
p.002006: to consider. The second repetition of an exam or the repetition of one in the curriculum
p.002006: marked internship within the framework of pedagogical-practical studies is the application for a specific
p.002006: Examiner or a specific examiner from the university admission to the course in which the exam is to be taken,
p.002006: in any case, if this person is authorized to hold the examination. at
p.002006: jointly established studies is the second repetition of an exam or the
p.002006: Repetition of an internship marked in the curriculum as part of the pedagogical-practical studies
p.002006: the application for a specific examiner for the participants
p.002006: To meet educational institutions in any case.
p.002006: or master’s thesis or that of their artistic diploma or master’s submission, subject to the university regulations;
p.002006: 6. if they are doctoral students, to propose or select from a number of suggestions the topic of their
p.002006: doctoral thesis, subject to the university regulations.
p.002006: 7. to prepare academic or artistic theses in a foreign language, subject to the agreement of their supervisor;
p.002006: 8. if they are degree students, to take examinations in accordance with the university regulations;
p.002006: 9. having met the requirements prescribed by the curriculum, to be awarded a degree;
p.002006: 10. if they are non-degree seeking students, to attend the relevant certificate university programs for
p.002006: further education and take the examinations prescribed therefore;
p.002006: 11. if they are non-degree seeking students, admitted only for the attendance of individual courses, to attend courses
p.002006: for which they meet the registration requirements specified by the curricula, and to take examinations, subject to the
p.002006: university regulations;
p.002006: 12. to be examined according to an alternative method if they suffer from a disability which makes it
p.002006: impossible for them to take an examination in the prescribed manner and the other method does not limit the
p.002006: content and standards of the examination;
p.002006: 13. to make requests regarding the identity of the examiners. Such applications shall be acceded to wherever possible.
p.002006: In the case of a second resit, or the resit of an internship in the framework of the pedagogic-practical studies,
p.002006: indicated by the curriculum, to automatic acceptance of a request for a specific examiner at the university
p.002006: to which they have been admitted and where the examination is to be sat, provided that the examiner is entitled to take
p.002006: the examination. In jointly offered programs, in the case of a second resit, or the resit of an internship in the
p.002006: framework of the pedagogic-practical studies, indicated by the curriculum, the request for a specific examiner at the
p.002006: educational institutions concerned has to be accepted in any case.
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p.002006: (2) The students have in particular (2)
p.002006: Students have a duty in particular:
p.002006: 1. Immediately notify the name of the university at which admission to study is made
p.002006: give;
p.002006: 2. the continuation of studies at the university at which admission to a course exists, each
p.002006: Report semesters during the general admission period or the grace period;
p.002006: 3. deregister from the course in good time in the event of foreseeable inactivity;
p.002006: 1. to inform the university which has admitted them of changes of name and address without delay;
p.002006: 2. to notify the university which has admitted them of the continuation of their studies each semester, for the
p.002006: duration of the general admission period or any extension;
p.002006: 3. to deregister from their programs in a timely manner in case that it is apparent that they are
p.002006: unlikely to continue their studies;
p.002006: 4. Register and deregister for the exams on time and 4. to register for
p.002006: and deregister from examinations within the appointed
p.002006: periods; and
p.002006: 5. On the occasion of the award of the academic degree, one copy of your scientific or artistic one
p.002006: Work or a documentation of her artistic work to the university library and one copy each
p.002006: the dissertation or a documentation of the artistic dissertation to the Austrian
p.002006: Deliver the National Library.
p.002006: (3) The working students and the students with childcare obligations or
p.002006: other similar care obligations, which therefore do not study full-time, but only a part of them
p.002006: Can devote time to study, are entitled to report at what times of the day they have a special one
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p.002006: admission deadlines
p.002006: Admission Periods
p.002006: Section 61. (1) After hearing the Senate, the Rectorate must determine the general admission period for each semester.
p.002006: This is the period in which the persons referred to in paragraph 3 submit and apply for admission
p.002006: Students also have to pay the tuition fee. The general admission period is for the winter semester
p.002006: to be at least eight weeks and ends on
p.002006: September 5, for the summer semester to be at least four weeks and ends on February 5. Admission to
p.002006: Doctoral programs can also take place outside of the
p.002006: Section 61. (1) After consulting the senate, the rectorate shall establish the general admission period for each
p.002006: semester. This is the period during which the persons referred to in para 3 shall apply for admission and
p.002006: students shall also pay their tuition fees. The general admission period shall last at least eight weeks for
p.002006: the winter semester and shall end on September 5, and shall last at least four weeks for the summer semester and
p.002006: shall end on 5 February. Admission to doctoral programs may be granted outside of the general admission period and
p.002006: the extension period. A
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p.002006: general admission period and the grace period. For admissions to studies, for the special
p.002006: Admission or admission procedures are provided, different general admission periods can be set
p.002006: become. Different regulations can be stipulated in the statutes, as well as admission to master's programs
p.002006: provide outside the general admission period and the grace period if the admission is based on a
p.002006: Bachelor’s degree takes place at the respective university or, in the case of jointly established courses, at one
p.002006: of the participating educational institutions has been completed.
p.002006: (2) At the end of the general admission period, the grace period begins in the winter semester on November 30, in
p.002006: Summer semester ends on April 30th. Within the grace period, approval and notification of the continuation of the
p.002006: Studies permitted, for students in accordance with Section 91 (1) if the increased tuition fee is paid
p.002006: becomes. Admission to a diploma or bachelor's degree may only be made within the grace period
p.002006: Exceptions are made. Exceptional cases are in particular:
p.002006: 1. Failure to pass an admission or admission procedure or the study entry and orientation phase in
p.002006: a different degree, provided the result for the winter semester only after August 31, for the summer semester
p.002006: only after January 31;
p.002006: 2. The general university entrance qualification for the winter semester only after August 31, for the summer semester
p.002006: only after January 31;
p.002006: 3. in the case of civilian servants, presence servants and training service providers and when a voluntary social service is provided
p.002006: Year, provided the service was performed or a convocation existed by August 31 or January 31 and the service
p.002006: was not started later or was canceled or interrupted before the grace period ended;
p.002006: 4. Individuals who can demonstrate that they are within the entire general admission period
p.002006: were prevented from meeting the deadline by an unforeseen or inevitable event, and none
p.002006: At fault or only a minor degree of oversight occurs;
p.002006: 5. People who have been shown to be prevented from doing so due to employment or internships within
p.002006: to apply for the entire general admission period;
p.002006: 6. People who are demonstrably prevented from doing so due to a stay abroad for imperative reasons
p.002006: were to submit an application within the entire general admission period.
p.002006: different general admission period may be stipulated for the admission to those degree programs that are
p.002006: subject to a special admission procedure. The statutes may lay down other arrangements that permit admission to
p.002006: master’s programs outside of the general admission period and the special admission period, if the
p.002006: admission is granted based on the completion of a bachelor’s program at the same university or, in jointly
p.002006: offered degree programs at one of the educational institutions concerned.
p.002006: (2) Upon expiry of the general admission period, the extension period shall commence; it shall expire on 30
p.002006: November in the winter semester, and on April 30 in the summer semester. Admission and registration for the
p.002006: continuation of studies is permissible in the extension period; for students pursuant to § 91 para 1 only, if the
p.002006: increased tuition fees are paid. Admission to a diploma or bachelor’s programs within the special admission period
p.002006: shall only be granted in exceptional cases. Exceptional cases include in particular:
p.002006: 1. Failure to pass an admission procedure or successfully complete an orientation period in another degree
p.002006: programs, provided that the results for the winter semester are available only after 31 August and for the
p.002006: summer semester after 31 January;
p.002006: 2. Obtaining the general university entrance qualification for the winter semester after August 31 and for the
p.002006: summer semester after 31 January;
p.002006: 3. Persons completing their compulsory community service, military service, training service or a year of voluntary
p.002006: work in the social sector, provided that they completed their service or received their conscription order and did not
p.002006: begin their service or, prior to the end of the special admission period, discontinued or took a leave from their
p.002006: service by August 31 or January 31;
p.002006: 4. Persons who establish that unforeseeable and unpreventable circumstances during the entire general admission period
p.002006: precluded them from observing the deadline and that this was beyond their control or only due to a minor oversight on
p.002006: their part;
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p.002006: meet to get admission to the study of non-traditional applicants
p.002006: and applicants from groups that are underrepresented in access to higher education
p.002006: promote. Before the regulation is enacted, the Senate is given the opportunity to comment within six weeks
p.002006: give.
p.002006: (1a) Admission to a teacher training course or a course of study for professional activities
p.002006: In contrast to Paragraph 1, elementary education institutions require:
p.002006: 6. proof that the applicant has passed through an aptitude test procedure, in the case of admission to a bachelor's or
p.002006: diploma programs in accordance with a decree to be issued by the rectorate for some or all bachelor's or diploma
p.002006: programs which have no special admission regulations. Within the framework of this procedure, measures
p.002006: in the meaning of § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g must be taken to especially promote the admission of non-
p.002006: traditional applicants to study programs as well as applicants from underrepresented groups in access
p.002006: to higher education. Prior to the enactment of the decree, the senate shall have the opportunity to give
p.002006: its opinion within six weeks.
p.002006: (1a) Notwithstanding para 1, admission to a teacher training program or a program for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions is conditional on:
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p.002006: 1. general university entrance qualification, 1.
p.002006: the possession of a general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 2. the special university entrance qualification for the chosen course, 2. the possession of
p.002006: a special university entrance qualification required for the
p.002006: study programs selected;
p.002006: 3. the knowledge of the German language necessary for the exercise of the respective profession and
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language required for the practice of the respective profession; and
p.002006: 4. the suitability for studying and the respective professional activity. 4. the aptitude for the
p.002006: studies and the respective profession.
p.002006: (2) People who are already on another course of study for which admission is being sought
p.002006: domestic university or college of education were admitted with the application for admission
p.002006: Submit certificate of departure from this university or teacher training college.
p.002006: (3) If the general and special university entrance qualifications are proven, the following are to be admitted indefinitely:
p.002006: (2) Persons applying to study a subject for which they have already been admitted by another Austrian
p.002006: university or university college of teacher education must submit their leaving certificate of this university or
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p.002006: (5) The following shall be granted temporary admission upon furnishing proof of possession of a general and a special
p.002006: university entrance qualification, regardless of any enactments under para 4:
p.002006: 1. persons participating in university mobility programs including joint diploma programs, for the duration
p.002006: of authorized participation therein;
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p.002006: 2. People who only want to use distance learning courses based on cooperation agreements for
p.002006: at most two semesters;
p.002006: 3. foreign nationals and stateless persons in accordance with Paragraph 3 No. 3, who after completing foreign studies in one
p.002006: corresponding to the first diploma examination of the chosen diploma course or a bachelor's degree
p.002006: Strive for admission to study in Austria for a maximum of two semesters.
p.002006: 2. persons wishing only to make use of distance learning course offerings based on co-operation agreements,
p.002006: for a maximum of two semesters;
p.002006: 3. foreign nationals and stateless persons in the meaning of para 3 subpara 3 seeking admission to study programs in
p.002006: Austria on successful completion of studies abroad equivalent to the first diploma examination of the diploma program
p.002006: selected or a bachelor’s degree, for a maximum of two semesters.
p.002006: An extension of the respective time limit is not permitted. Extension of these
p.002006: limited terms is impermissible.
p.002006: (6) The temporary admission according to Paragraph 5 Z 1 and 2 presupposes that a cooperation contract between the involved
p.002006: Educational institutions exist that set the conditions for collaboration, student exchange and the
p.002006: Implementation regulates in more detail. With the nomination by the
p.002006: Partner education institutions are considered general and special university entrance qualifications
p.002006: demonstrated.
p.002006: (7) After the expiry of the admission due to the negative assessment at the last permissible repetition of one
p.002006: Examination is the new admission to the university or, in the case of jointly established studies, to the
p.002006: participating educational institutions for those studies where the completion of the same exam is mandatory
p.002006: is not permitted. In the case of a teacher training course at secondary level (general education) is one of them
p.002006: in deviation, a new admission to study only for those subjects
p.002006: or specializations where the same examination is not mandatory
p.002006: is. If admission to a teacher training program expires on the basis of Section 68 Paragraph 1 No. 7, this is a new one
p.002006: Admission to a teacher training program at the university or, in the case of jointly set up studies, to those involved
p.002006: Educational institutions not allowed. If the admission expires during a course of study on the basis of Section 68 Paragraph 1 No. 8, this is a
p.002006: renewed admission to study at the same university or in the case of jointly established studies at the same
p.002006: participating educational institutions at the earliest in the third semester after the admission expires
p.002006: allowed.
p.002006: (8) Simultaneous admission to the same degree at more than one university or educational institution
p.002006: University in Austria is not permitted. Further admissions for the same degree at other universities or
p.002006: Pedagogical universities suffer and are subject to an error that is threatened by nullity within the meaning of Section 68 (4) (4) AVG
p.002006: to be declared void by the Rectorate. The secondary school teacher training course (general education)
p.002006: the same degree if a subject or specialization is identical.
p.002006: (6) Temporary admission under para 5 subparas 1 and 2 shall be conditional on the existence of a co-operation
p.002006: agreement between the universities concerned governing the detailed arrangements for co-operation,
p.002006: student exchange and program implementation. Nomination by the partner educational institution shall be deemed
p.002006: equivalent to proof of possession of a general and a special university entrance qualification.
p.002006: (7) Upon expiry of an admission due to failure of the last permissible repetition of an examination, renewed
p.002006: admission to the university or, in the case of jointly offered study programs, to the universities involved
p.002006: shall be excluded for those study programs which require the completion of the same examination. In
p.002006: derogation thereof, a renewed admission to the teacher training program for secondary schools (general
p.002006: education) is permitted only for those subjects or specializations which do not require the successful
p.002006: completion of the same examination. If the admission to a teacher training program expires on the basis of § 68
p.002006: para 1 subpara 7, renewed admission to a teacher training program at the university or, in case of jointly offered
p.002006: programs, at all educational institutions involved shall be excluded. If the admission to a study program expires
p.002006: on the basis of § 68 para 1 subpara 8, renewed admission to a study program at the same university or, in case of
p.002006: jointly offered programs, at all educational institutions involved is possible not earlier than in the third semester
p.002006: following the expiry of the admission.
p.002006: (8) Simultaneous admission to the same studies at more than one university or university college of teacher
p.002006: education in Austria is impermissible. Additional admissions to the same studies at other universities or
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education risk nullity due to a defect in the meaning of § 68 para 4 subpara 4 General
p.002006: Administrative Procedure Act and shall be declared null and void by the rectorate, acting ex officio. In teacher
p.002006: training programs for secondary schools (general education) the same study shall be assumed if a subject or a
p.002006: specialization is identical.
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p.002006: (9) Taking exams for studying at another Austrian university or
p.002006: Pedagogical university as that or the admission is only permitted if
p.002006: 1. the curriculum or the curriculum of a jointly with another university or college of education
p.002006: established degree provides for this or
p.002006: 2. the body responsible for study law matters taking the exam at the other
p.002006: University or college of education approved in advance because of taking the relevant exam
p.002006: the university or in the case of jointly established studies at the participating universities and educational institutions
p.002006: Universities is not possible.
p.002006: (10) People whose first language is not the language in which the study is held have the for
p.002006: Proof of successful knowledge of this language in order to successfully complete Knowing the
p.002006: Language is particularly evidenced by a matriculation certificate based on the instruction in that language.
p.002006: The Rectorate can determine further evidence of the required language skills by ordinance.
p.002006: (10a) If proof of knowledge of the German language cannot be provided, the rectorate has to take one
p.002006: Prescribe a supplementary examination that must be taken before admission. In the artistic studies that is
p.002006: Supplementary examination not to be taken before admission if there is a different regulation in accordance with paragraph 11 in the curriculum
p.002006: has been established.
p.002006: (10b) The supplementary examination for the proof of knowledge of the German language is within the framework of the
p.002006: Attend a university course set up for this purpose. The prescription of this
p.002006: Supplementary examination requires knowledge of the German language at the time of application for the study at least in the
p.002006: Extent of level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (GeR) of the Council of Europe. As
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p.002006: language diploma must not be older than two years at the time of submission. This regulation shall not apply to
p.002006: artistic study programs if the rectorate has, by
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p.002006: Supplementary exam for proof of knowledge of the German language has been set in a different form
p.002006: is.
p.002006: (11) In the artistic studies the curriculum can stipulate that the filing of the
p.002006: Proof of the supplementary examination at the latest before the registration of the continuation of the study for the third semester
p.002006: is.
p.002006: decree, specified another form for the supplementary examination as a proof for the knowledge of the German language.
p.002006: (11) The curricula of artistic study programs may require proof that supplementary examinations have
p.002006: been taken prior to registration for the continuation of studies in the third semester, at the latest.
p.002006: Special provision for admission to master's and doctoral programs Special Provision relating to the
p.002006: Admission to Master's and Doctoral
p.002006: program
p.002006: Section 63a. (1) In the curricula for master's programs, qualitative admission requirements can be met
p.002006: be prescribed in connection with the required knowledge of those subjects on which the
p.002006: builds up the respective master’s degree.
p.002006: (2) It must be ensured that the completion of a bachelor's degree at the respective university is in any case without
p.002006: further requirements for admission to at least one relevant master's degree at the university or at
p.002006: jointly established studies at one of the participating educational institutions. This also applies to
p.002006: Master's programs in accordance with Paragraph 8.
p.002006: (3) Admission to a master’s degree for secondary school teaching (general education) differs from §
p.002006: 63 Para. 1a the completion of a bachelor's degree for secondary school teaching (general education) according to point
p.002006: 2.1 of the annex to the HS-QSG or equivalent foreign studies. When admitted to a
p.002006: Master’s degrees for secondary school teaching (general education) can also include subjects or
p.002006: Specializations can be chosen in the form of supplementary studies to complement the bachelor's degree
p.002006: Have been trained as a teacher.
p.002006: (4) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) for graduates
p.002006: Graduates of six semester teacher training courses, in deviation from § 63 para
p.002006: Advanced studies according to § 54c in advance.
p.002006: (5) Admission to a master's program for secondary school teaching (general education) for graduates
p.002006: Graduates of a teaching degree for the teaching level of primary level, in deviation from § 63 para
p.002006: Bachelor and master studies for the teaching level primary in accordance with point 1. of the annex to the HS-QSG.
p.002006: Section 63a. (1) The curricula for master's programs may prescribe qualitative admission requirements which must
p.002006: be related to the required knowledge of those subjects on which the respective master's program is based.
p.002006: (2) In any case, it must be ensured that the completion of a bachelor's program at the respective
p.002006: university entitles the student, without further requirements, to be admitted to at least one
p.002006: subject-related master's programs at the university or, in jointly offered programs, at one of the educational
p.002006: institutions involved. This shall also apply to master's programs according to para 8.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) requires the completion of a bachelor's program for teaching at secondary
p.002006: schools (general education) according to item 2.1 of the Appendix to the Act on Quality Assurance in Higher
p.002006: Education or of an equivalent foreign study program. Upon admission to a master's program for
p.002006: teaching at secondary schools (general education), it is possible to choose subjects or specializations which
p.002006: have been completed in addition to the bachelor's program for teacher training in the form of
p.002006: extension programs.
p.002006: (4) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) for graduates of six-semester programs for teacher training requires the completion of an
p.002006: extension programs according to § 54c.
p.002006: (5) Notwithstanding § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at secondary schools (general
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p.002006: entitled to determine a number of first-year students and to limit admission either by means of an admission procedure
p.002006: prior to admission or by a selecting procedure after admission. Before the rectorate determines the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure, the senate shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six
p.002006: weeks. The rectorate's decision shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following
p.002006: academic year.
p.002006: (9) Section 71b (7) applies with the exception of item 4. (9) § 71b para 7,
p.002006: with the exception of subpara 4, shall apply.
p.002006: General university entrance qualification General
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 64. (1) The general university entrance qualification must be proven by one of the following certificates:
p.002006: 1. an Austrian school leaving certificate (including a certificate of the
p.002006: Berufsreifeprüfung) or an Austrian high school diploma or a certificate according to school law
p.002006: Regulations nostrified school leaving certificate,
p.002006: 2. another Austrian certificate confirming that you are entitled to study for a particular one
p.002006: Study group at a university, teacher training college or university of applied sciences;
p.002006: 3. a foreign certificate which is one of these Austrian certificates on the basis of an international law
p.002006: Agreement or on the basis of the decision of the rectorate is equivalent in individual cases;
p.002006: 4. a certificate of completion of at least three years of study at a recognized domestic or
p.002006: foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 5. in the artistic studies, confirmation of the positively assessed admission test;
p.002006: Section 64. (1) Possession of the general university entrance qualification shall be certified by the following
p.002006: documents:
p.002006: 1. Austrian secondary-school leaving certificate (including a certificate of the TVE Diploma Examination), or an
p.002006: Austrian secondary-school leaving and diploma certificate, or a secondary-school leaving certificate which has been
p.002006: nostrified according to the provisions of school law;
p.002006: 2. any other Austrian certificate testifying the right to study a certain group of studies at a university, a
p.002006: university college of teacher education, or a university of applied sciences;
p.002006: 3. a foreign certificate which in the individual case is equivalent to one of these Austrian certificates on the basis
p.002006: of an agreement under international law, or a decision taken by the rectorate on a case-by-case basis;
p.002006: 4. a document certifying the completion of studies of at least three years at a recognized domestic or foreign
p.002006: post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 5. in the case of art studies, confirmation that the applicant has successfully passed the admission examination;
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p.002006: 6. an “IB Diploma” acquired in accordance with the provisions of the “International Baccalaureate Organization”;
p.002006: 7. a European Baccalaureate certificate in accordance with Art. 5 Para. 2 of the Agreement on the Statute of the European
p.002006: Schools, Federal Law Gazette III No. 173/2005.
p.002006: (2) Is the equivalence of foreign certificates in terms of content and requirements of a
p.002006: Austrian matriculation examination is not given, the rectorate must prescribe the supplementary examinations, the
p.002006: required for equivalence with a domestic matriculation exam and before admission
p.002006: are to be discarded.
p.002006: (3) The general university entrance qualification for admission to a master's degree is technically questionable
p.002006: upcoming bachelor's degree or a subject-related university of applied sciences bachelor’s degree or one
p.002006: other equivalent studies at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: Evidence of educational institution. If the equivalence is basically given and only some
p.002006: In the absence of additions to full equivalence, the rectorate is entitled to determine the
p.002006: To combine equivalency with the edition of exams that have to be taken during the respective master's program.
p.002006: The Rectorate can determine which of these examinations is a prerequisite for taking the curriculum of the
p.002006: Master’s exams are scheduled.
p.002006: (4) With the exception of para. 5, the general university entrance qualification for admission to doctoral studies is by the
p.002006: Completion of a subject-related diploma or master's degree, one subject-related
p.002006: upcoming university of applied sciences diploma course or university of applied sciences master’s course according to § 6 paragraph 4 of the
p.002006: Fachhochschul-Studiengesetz, or another equivalent study at a recognized domestic
p.002006: or foreign post-secondary educational institution. If equivalence is fundamentally
p.002006: is given and only individual additions to the full equivalence are missing, that is
p.002006: Rectorate authorized to combine the determination of equivalence with the requirement of examinations that
p.002006: must be taken during the respective doctoral program. The Rectorate can determine which of these examinations
p.002006: The prerequisites for taking the examinations specified in the curriculum of the doctoral program are.
p.002006: (5) The general university entrance qualification for admission to a doctoral program can also
p.002006: by completing a bachelor’s degree
p.002006: 6. an IB Diploma awarded according to the stipulations of the International Baccalaureate Organization;
p.002006: 7. a European school-leaving certificate according to Art 5 para 2 of the Convention defining the Statute
p.002006: of the European Schools, F.L.G. III No 173/2005.
p.002006: (2) In case the foreign certificates are not equivalent as to contents and requirements of an Austrian
p.002006: secondary-school leaving examination, the rectorate shall prescribe supplementary examinations that are
p.002006: necessary to establish an equivalence with the domestic secondary-school leaving examination and which shall
p.002006: be passed prior to admission.
p.002006: (3) The general university entrance qualification for admission to master's programs shall be deemed to be
p.002006: established by proof of successful completion of a relevant bachelor's program, university of applied
p.002006: sciences bachelor's programs, or other equivalent programs at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: educational institution. In case that equivalence has been established basically and only certain
p.002006: supplementary qualifications are required for full equivalence, the rectorate shall be entitled to tie the
p.002006: determination of equivalence to examinations sat during the respective master's programs. The rectorate shall be
p.002006: entitled to lay down which of these examinations are prerequisites for sitting examinations which are
p.002006: foreseen in the curriculum of the master's programs.
p.002006: (4) The general university entrance qualification for admission to doctoral programs shall be, exempt
p.002006: from para 5, deemed to be established by proof of successful completion of a relevant diploma or master's
p.002006: programs, university of applied sciences diploma or master's programs under § 6 para 4 of the University of Applied
p.002006: Sciences Studies Act, or other equivalent programs at a recognized domestic or foreign postsecondary
p.002006: educational institution. In case that equivalence has been established basically and only certain supplementary
p.002006: qualifications are required for full equivalence, the rectorate shall be entitled to tie the determination of
p.002006: equivalence to examinations sat during the respective doctoral program. The rectorate shall be entitled to lay down
p.002006: which of these examinations are prerequisites for sitting examinations which are foreseen in the curriculum of
p.002006: the doctoral programs.
p.002006: (5) The general university entrance qualification for admission to doctoral programs may also be
p.002006: established by proof of the completion of a bachelor's
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p.002006: be proven if the bachelor's degree is within the intended study time and with a special
p.002006: Successful study was completed. The Rectorate has to issue more detailed regulations.
p.002006: programs, if the bachelor's programs has been completed within the prescribed duration of studies and with great
p.002006: success. The rectorate shall enact more detailed regulations.
p.002006: University Entrance
p.002006: Qualification examination
p.002006: Section 64a. (1) Persons without a matriculation examination are obtained in accordance with a regulation of the rectorate
p.002006: Completion of the university entrance qualification for general university entrance qualifications for bachelor's programs and
p.002006: Diploma studies from a study group.
p.002006: (2) According to an ordinance of the rectorate, the university entrance examination can be carried out for the following
p.002006: Study group groups are filed:
p.002006: Section 64a. (1) Persons who do not possess an Austrian secondary-school leaving certificate shall obtain, in accordance
p.002006: with a decree by the rectorate, the general university entrance qualification for bachelor's
p.002006: programs and diploma programs of a group of studies, after having passed the university entrance
p.002006: qualification examination.
p.002006: (2) The university entrance qualification examination may, according to a decree of the rectorate, be sat for
p.002006: one of the following groups of studies:
p.002006: 1. Humanities and cultural studies; 1. Studies
p.002006: in Arts and Humanities;
p.002006: 2. engineering studies; Second
p.002006: Studies in Engineering Sciences;
p.002006: 3. Artistic studies;
p.002006: 3. Art studies;
p.002006: 4. Natural science studies; 4th
p.002006: Studies in Natural Science;
p.002006: 5. Legal studies; 5th
p.002006: Law studies;
p.002006: 6. Social and economic studies; 6. Studies in
p.002006: Social and Economic Sciences;
p.002006: 7. Theological studies;
p.002006: 7. Theological studies;
p.002006: 8. Medical and veterinary studies; 8. Medical and
p.002006: Veterinary studies;
p.002006: 9. teacher training programs;
p.002006: 9. Teacher training studies;
p.002006: 10. Studies in general educational occupational fields. 10. Studies in
p.002006: general educational professional fields.
p.002006: (3) Persons who have been admitted to studies by one of the
p.002006: Aim to study study groups at a university, have reached the age of 20 and have one
p.002006: Successful professional or extra-occupational activities clearly exceeding compulsory school attendance
p.002006: Proof of previous education for the desired degree.
p.002006: (4) The application for admission to the university entrance exam must be submitted in writing to the rectorate
p.002006: To bring in a university at which a course of study in the desired study group is established. The
p.002006: Application must contain:
p.002006: 1. the name, date of birth, address and - if available - the matriculation number;
p.002006: (3) Persons who seek admission to studies of one of the groups of studies at a university, are at least 20 years of
p.002006: age, and can submit proof of the completion of professional or non-professional prior education that
p.002006: clearly goes beyond compulsory education for the studies aimed for, shall be admitted to the university entrance
p.002006: qualification examination.
p.002006: (4) The application for admittance to the university entrance qualification examination shall be submitted in
p.002006: writing to the rectorate of the university at which studies in the group of studies aimed for are offered. The
p.002006: application shall contain:
p.002006: 1. Name, date of birth, address and - where available - matriculation number;
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p.002006: of prior education;
p.002006: 5. the elective or the elective. 5. the
p.002006: elective or electives.
p.002006: (5) The university entrance exam consists of the following five exams: (5) The university
p.002006: entrance qualification examination shall comprise five
p.002006: examinations:
p.002006: 1. a written paper on a general topic; 1. a written
p.002006: paper on a general topic;
p.002006: 2. Two or three exams aimed at previous knowledge or skills for the intended
p.002006: Study group are required (compulsory subjects) and
p.002006: 3. one or two exams of the candidate's choice from the
p.002006: Area of the targeted course group (elective or elective).
p.002006: (6) With the written work on a general topic in accordance with Paragraph 5 No. 1, the examination candidate has to
p.002006: Exam candidate to demonstrate that he or she is on a given topic in flawless and flippant language
p.002006: and can express them in writing with a clear line of thought.
p.002006: (7) The examination requirements and methods for examinations in accordance with para. 5 nos. 1 and 2 have been based on the content of the 12th or
p.002006: 13th school level and are to be laid down in the decree of the rectorate.
p.002006: (8) For the examination or examinations according to Paragraph 5 No. 3 (elective or elective subjects) are
p.002006: Examination requirements and methods to be determined by the rectorate. On the
p.002006: The preparatory character of the university entrance qualification examination should be taken into consideration.
p.002006: (9) positively assessed examinations that an examination candidate takes
p.002006: an educational institution based on the legislation of the state in which it is based
p.002006: , has been recognized as an educational institution, are to be recognized by the rectorate on request, insofar as they
p.002006: prescribed tests are equivalent in terms of content and scope. The rectorate may have a maximum of four
p.002006: Acknowledge exams. At least one exam is available at the university or in jointly established studies
p.002006: one of the participating educational institutions.
p.002006: 2. two or three examinations that are required with regard to prior knowledge or skills for the group of studies aimed
p.002006: for (compulsory subjects); and
p.002006: 3. one or two examinations to be chosen by the candidate from the area of the group of studies aimed for (elective or
p.002006: electives).
p.002006: (6) The written paper on a general topic under para 5 subpara 1, shall serve to prove that the candidate is able to
p.002006: express herself / himself correctly, eloquently and clearly in writing on a given topic.
p.002006: (7) The standards and methods for examinations under para 5 subparas 1 and 2 shall be aligned with the teaching
p.002006: contents of the 12th or 13th level of education and shall be laid down in the rectorate's decree.
p.002006: (8) For the examination or examinations under para 5 subpara 3 (elective or electives), the standards and
p.002006: methods shall be determined by the rectorate. The preparatory nature of the university entrance qualification
p.002006: examination shall be taken into account.
p.002006: (9) Passed examinations which a candidate for the university entrance qualification examination has
p.002006: taken at an educational institution that is recognized as an educational institution based on the legal provisions of
p.002006: the country in which it is located shall, on application, be recognized by the rectorate if they are equivalent to the
p.002006: prescribed examinations in terms of content and scope. The rectorate may recognize a maximum of four
p.002006: examinations. At least one examination shall be taken at the respective university or, in jointly offered degree
p.002006: programs, at one of the educational institutions concerned.
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p.002006: (10) Exam candidates who have passed a master's certificate or a proficiency test in accordance with the
p.002006: Trade Code, BGBl. No. 194/1994, or the Agricultural and Forestry Vocational Training Act, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 298/1990, have successfully passed the passing of the university entrance examination
p.002006: in the elective subject or the optional subjects according to Paragraph 5 No. 3 on request.
p.002006: (11) The Rectorate has at least one examiner for exams taken at a university
p.002006: To order auditors.
p.002006: (12) The examination candidates are entitled to take negatively assessed exams twice
p.002006: to repeat. The last permissible repetition must be carried out in commission form. To
p.002006: Negative assessment of the last permissible repetition expires the admission to
p.002006: University entrance qualification examination for this study group. A new admission to
p.002006: A university entrance qualification examination for this study group at the university in question is excluded.
p.002006: In the case of jointly established teacher training courses, a new admission to the university entrance examination is required for
p.002006: the study group teaching teacher training at all participating educational institutions
p.002006: locked out.
p.002006: (13) The assessment of an examination in accordance with Paragraph 5 has "passed" or
p.002006: To be "failed". The overall assessment has to be "passed" if no examination with
p.002006: "Failed" was assessed; in the other cases it should be defined as "failed". The regulations
p.002006: Section 59 (1) 12 and Sections 73 and 79 apply mutatis mutandis.
p.002006: (14) A certificate of completion of each examination must be issued. The Rectorate has
p.002006: A certificate of eligibility to study is available for each
p.002006: Issue study group. This certificate of admission applies to every university,
p.002006: Pedagogical university and university of applied sciences, at which a course of study of the respective study group is set up.
p.002006: (15) Successful completion of the university entrance qualification entitles to admission to all studies of those
p.002006: Study group for which the university entrance qualification was acquired.
p.002006: (16) The determination of the number of examinations in accordance with paragraph 5 lines 2 and 3 and the determination of compulsory subjects
p.002006: in accordance with Paragraph 5 No. 2 for the respective course group by ordinance of the rectorate.
p.002006: (10) Candidates for the university entrance qualification examination who have successfully passed a master craftsman's
p.002006: certificate in a skilled trade or a qualifying examination under the Trade Regulation Act, F.L. G No 194/1994, or the
p.002006: Vocational Training Act for Agriculture and Forestry, F.L.G. No 298/1990 shall, on application, be
p.002006: exempt from taking the university entrance qualification examination in the elective or the electives under para 5
p.002006: subpara 3.
p.002006: (11) The rectorate shall appoint at least one examiner for examinations taken at a university.
p.002006: (12) The candidates shall be entitled to repeat failed examinations two times. The final repetition permitted shall be
p.002006: held before a board. After failing the final repetition permitted, the admission to the university
p.002006: entrance qualification examination for the respective group of studies shall expire. A further admission to the
p.002006: university entrance qualification examination for the respective group of studies at the university concerned shall be
p.002006: excluded. In the case of jointly offered teacher training programs, a further admission to the university
p.002006: entrance qualification examination for the group of studies “teacher training programs” shall be excluded
p.002006: at all educational institutions concerned.
p.002006: (13) An examination shall be graded as “successfully completed” or “unsuccessfully completed”.
p.002006: The overall grading shall read “successfully completed” if no examination has been graded as
p.002006: “Unsuccessfully completed”; in all other cases it shall read “unsuccessfully completed”. The provisions of § 59 para 1
p.002006: subpara 12 and §§ 73 to 79 shall apply by analogy
p.002006: (14) A certificate shall be issued for each passed examination. The rectorate shall issue a university entrance
p.002006: qualification certificate for the respective group of studies upon presentation of all certificates. This university
p.002006: entrance qualification certificate shall be valid for all universities, university colleges of teacher education, or
p.002006: universities of applied sciences offering studies in the respective group of studies.
p.002006: (15) The successful completion of the university entrance qualification examination entitles a person
p.002006: to be admitted to all studies within the group of studies, for which the university entrance qualification has been
p.002006: Obtained.
p.002006: (16) The number of examinations under para 5 subparas 2 and 3 as well as the compulsory subjects under para 5 subpara 2
p.002006: for the respective group of studies shall be determined by the rectorate by decree.
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p.002006: Special university entrance qualification Special
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: § 65. (1) In addition to the general university entrance qualification, those in the
p.002006: University Authorization Ordinance - UBVO 1998, Federal Law Gazette II No. 44/1998 in the currently applicable version
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p.002006: Proof of admission, including the right to be admitted directly to the degree program, can be found in
p.002006: Issuing state of the certificate, with which the general university entrance qualification is proven, exist. The proof
p.002006: a place to study is not required. Is the intended study in Austria in the issuing state of
p.002006: If the certificate has not been set up, the study-specific admission requirements are in relation to a
p.002006: in the issuing state of the certificate, which is technically closest to the intended degree in Austria
p.002006: to complete related studies.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has an ordinance
p.002006: Specify groups of people whose school-leaving certificate is due to their special personal close relationships
p.002006: Austria or its activity on behalf of the Republic of Austria to determine the existence of the
p.002006: special university entrance qualification is considered to be issued in Austria (Ordinance on Groups of Persons). This
p.002006: Groups of people do not have to provide evidence in accordance with paragraph 2.
p.002006: Suitability for teacher training and professional studies at elementary education institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) In admission procedures for teacher training or professional studies
p.002006: Elementary education institutions are responsible for the vocational training and activity of
p.002006: Educators required performance-related, personal, professional and educational
p.002006: To review competencies. The determination of the professional suitability is based on those anchored in the curriculum
p.002006: to orientate subject-specific criteria.
p.002006: (2) The determination of suitability must take scientific criteria into account. About
p.002006: the job-specific requirements and
p.002006: Section 65. (1) In addition to possession of a general university entrance qualification, proof must be furnished on passing
p.002006: the supplementary examinations for certain study programs provided for in the University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Decree - UBVO 1998, Federal Law Gazette II No. 44/1998, as amended, otherwise they shall be taken as
p.002006: additional examinations (special university entrance qualification).
p.002006: (2) Beyond this, applicants who are not nationals of an EU or EEA country, as well as applicants to whom Austria is not
p.002006: obliged under other international treaties to accord the same rights to access to employment as Austrian citizens,
p.002006: shall furnish proof of fulfillment of any subject-specific admission requirements, including those for the right to
p.002006: direct admission to the studies in question in the country of issue of the certificate evidencing the general
p.002006: university entrance qualification. Proof that the applicant has got a study place shall not be required. If the studies
p.002006: applied for in Austria do not exist in the country of issue of the certificate, the subject-specific admission
p.002006: requirements must be fulfilled with regard to the studies in the country of issue which are most closely related to
p.002006: those applied for in Austria.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall designate, by decree, groups of persons whose
p.002006: secondary-school leaving certificates shall, on grounds of their close personal relationships with Austria or
p.002006: activities on behalf of Austria, be deemed to have been issued in Austria for purposes of ascertaining the special
p.002006: university entrance qualification (Decree on Groups of Persons). These groups of persons are exempted from the
p.002006: proof according to para 2.
p.002006: Aptitude for Teacher Training Programs and Study Programs for Teaching at Elementary Educational Institutions
p.002006: Section 65a. (1) The admission procedure for teacher training programs or study programs for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions shall check the performance-based, personal, professional and pedagogical competences
p.002006: required for the professional training for and activity as teachers. Ascertaining the subject-related capacity shall
p.002006: be aligned with the subject-specific criteria laid down in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) It shall also take into consideration scientific criteria. The website shall provide information on
p.002006: the professional requirements as well as self-assessment
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p.002006: Self-exploration tools are available on the website. Information to determine the
p.002006: Suitability is available at the latest four weeks before the start of registration on the website
p.002006: but no later than six months before the start of the academic year.
p.002006: (3) It is necessary to refrain from demonstrating those suitability criteria that are met if the essential requirements are met
p.002006: for the desired profession due to a disability within the meaning of the Federal Disability Equality Act,
p.002006: BGBl. I No. 82/2005, cannot be fulfilled. If necessary, are part of the aptitude assessment procedure
p.002006: to provide suitable compensatory measures, in particular (language) assistance.
p.002006: (4) It is possible for applicants with a first language other than German if required
p.002006: appropriate precautions in the organizational process and in the performance of the proficiency test without change
p.002006: of the requirement level.
p.002006: (5) The more detailed provisions on the admission procedure, including the determination of suitability, are through
p.002006: Rectorate regulation to be established. For jointly established studies, the Rectorate of the
p.002006: to issue equivalent regulations to participating educational institutions.
p.002006: Tools. Information on the ascertaining process of the capacity shall be provided on the website not later than four
p.002006: weeks prior to the beginning of the registration, but at least six months prior to the beginning of the academic year.
p.002006: (3) In the case of fulfillment of the most important requirements for the desired profession, it shall be refrained from
p.002006: requiring proof of those eligibility criteria which cannot be fulfilled on the grounds of a disability in the meaning
p.002006: of the Federal Act on the Equalization of Persons with Disabilities, F.L.G. I No 82/2005. If required, appropriate
p.002006: compensatory measures, in particular (language) assistance, shall be provided within the framework of the
p.002006: aptitude test procedure.
p.002006: (4) Suitable arrangements shall be made in the organizational process and the implementation of the aptitude test
p.002006: for applicants whose first language is not German, without, however, changing the requirement level.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall, by decree, establish detailed regulations for the admission procedure, including the
p.002006: ascertaining process of the capacity. In the case of jointly offered study programs, the rectorates of the
p.002006: educational institutions involved shall enact identical decrees.
p.002006: Legal protection in admission procedures Legal Protection in
p.002006: respect of admission procedures
p.002006: Section 65b. (1) The applicant is able to inspect the assessment documents and the
p.002006: Grant evaluation logs of admission procedures if he or she does so within three months
p.002006: Announcement of the result is required. The assessment documents also include those in the relevant procedure
p.002006: asked questions. As part of the inspection, it must be ensured that individual feedback on the
p.002006: Assessment can be given. The student is entitled to the assessment documents
p.002006: multiply. From the right of inspection and reproduction are questions regarding the personal
p.002006: Eligibility excluded. The right to reproduce also includes multiple choice questions, including the
p.002006: respective answer options excluded.
p.002006: Section 65b. (1) Applicants shall be permitted to have inspection of the assessment documents and the evaluation records of
p.002006: admission procedures, provided that they make such requests within three months of the announcement of the
p.002006: result. The assessment documents shall also include the questions asked during the respective procedure. Within the
p.002006: framework of inspection, it shall be ensured that also individual information on the assessment can be given.
p.002006: The student shall be entitled to make photocopies of the assessment documents. Questions regarding the personal
p.002006: aptitude shall be excluded from the right to make photocopies. Furthermore, multiple-choice questions
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p.002006: number of re-sits in the orientation period under § 77.
p.002006: (5) The goal of the orientation period is the orientation to the most important contents of the studies and not a
p.002006: quantitative admission restriction.
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p.002006: leave of Absence
p.002006: Academic Leave
p.002006: § 67. (1) Students are on application for one or more semesters because of § 67. (1) Students shall, upon
p.002006: application, be permitted by official notification
p.002006: to take a leave of absence because of
p.002006: 1. Performance of a presence, training or community service or 1. compulsory military
p.002006: service, training service, or community service, or
p.002006: 2. Disease that has been shown to prevent progress in the study or 2. longer periods of
p.002006: sickness which verifiable impedes the progress of studies,
p.002006: or
p.002006: 3. pregnancy or
p.002006: 3. pregnancy, or
p.002006: 4. Childcare duties or other similar care duties or
p.002006: 4. care of children or similar kinds of care, or
p.002006: 5. the performance of a voluntary social year 5. a
p.002006: voluntary year of social service,
p.002006: to leave on leave. Further reasons can be specified in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) Leave of absence must be applied for at the latest at the beginning of the respective semester. In the event of the unforeseen
p.002006: and the inevitable occurrence of a legal reason for a leave of absence can only last until the end of the
p.002006: Extension of the respective semester can be requested.
p.002006: (3) The leave of absence is effective for all studies of the educational institution to which this was requested and for
p.002006: jointly established studies for all studies of the participating educational institutions. During the leave of absence
p.002006: admission to the course remains open. Attending courses, taking exams
p.002006: as well as the submission and assessment of scientific and artistic works is not permitted.
p.002006: for two or more semesters. Additional exceptions may be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) Academic leave shall be applied for at the beginning of the respective semester at the latest. In the
p.002006: event of the unforeseen and unavoidable occurrence of a statutory reason for academic leave, it may be applied
p.002006: for by the end of the extension period of the respective semester at the latest.
p.002006: (3) The academic leave shall be effective for all study programs at the educational institution at which
p.002006: it was applied for and in the case of jointly offered study programs for all study programs at the educational
p.002006: institutions involved. The admission to the study program shall remain valid for the duration of the academic
p.002006: leave. Attendance of courses, taking examinations, and the submission and assessment of scientific theses or artistic
p.002006: submissions shall not be permissible.
p.002006: Expiry of admission to ordinary studies Expiry of
p.002006: Admission to Degree Programs
p.002006: Section 68. (1) Admission to a course of study expires when the student
p.002006: Section 68. (1) Admission to a program of study shall expire if a student:
p.002006: 1. withdraws from your studies or 1.
p.002006: deregisters from the program; or
p.002006: 2. fails to report the continuation of studies or 2. fails to register
p.002006: for the continuation of studies; or
p.002006: 3. Negative in the case of an examination prescribed for her or his studies even with the last permitted repetition
p.002006: was assessed, whereby the number of admissible repetitions after the examination starts on the respective
p.002006: University and in the case of jointly established studies after the participants have taken the exams
p.002006: Educational institutions in all studies or
p.002006: 3. fails the last permissible repetition of an examination prescribed for his / her degree program, whereby the
p.002006: permissible number of repetitions shall be calculated on the basis of the examinations taken at the respective
p.002006: university or, in jointly offered degree programs, on the basis of the examinations taken at the educational
p.002006: institutions concerned, in all degree programs; or
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p.002006: 4. the right to direct admission to this course or to continue studying in
p.002006: Issuing state of the document, with which the general university entrance qualification was proven, because it or
p.002006: he has not passed an examination required for this in time, or
p.002006: 5. in the case of temporary admission, has completed the partial study to a limited extent or
p.002006: 6. the study through the positive assessment at the last prescribed examination
p.002006: has completed or
p.002006: 7. in the case of a teacher training course in the internships marked in the curriculum within the framework of the
p.002006: pedagogical-practical studies at the last permitted repetition was assessed negatively, with a reference from
p.002006: the practical school is to be equated with a negative assessment, or
p.002006: 8. due to an act or acts that endanger or seriously endanger others
p.002006: Represents or represent university members or third parties within the scope of the course of study, by decision of the rectorate
p.002006: is excluded from the course of study, whereby further details are to be regulated in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) At the universities in accordance with § 6 Paragraph 1 Numbers 16 to 21, the statutes can stipulate that admission to
p.002006: Study ends if more than three semesters of the respective course offer from the
p.002006: central artistic subject is not attended.
p.002006: (3) The expiry of the admission in the cases of para. 1 nos. 3, 4 and 7 and para. 2 is the person concerned
p.002006: Communicate to students in writing. The Rectorate has one at the request of the student
p.002006: To issue a notice of assessment.
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p.002006: University funding should include the number of active studies and the number of
p.002006: completed studies at universities.
p.002006: Section 71a. As part of the implementation of a capacity-oriented, student-based funding of universities, the
p.002006: proportion of students who actively take examinations as well as the number of degrees awarded at universities shall be
p.002006: Increased.
p.002006: Admission to particularly popular Bachelor and Diploma programs Admission to Very Popular
p.002006: Bachelor and Diploma Programs
p.002006: Section 71b. (1) In the fields of study or studies that are particularly popular throughout Austria, the
p.002006: Austria-wide minimum number of study places for new students per
p.002006: The academic year and field of study or study are defined as follows:
p.002006: Section 71b. (1) For the very popular fields of education or degree programs throughout Austria, the following
p.002006: number of study places shall be offered for first-year students for each academic year and field of education or
p.002006: degree programs:
p.002006: Field of study / study Minimum number of Field of
p.002006: education / study programs Total number
p.002006: Architecture and urban planning * 2,020
p.002006: Architecture and town planning * 2,020
p.002006: Biology and biochemistry ** 3,700
p.002006: Biology and biochemistry ** 3,700
p.002006: Educational Science 1,460
p.002006: Educational science 1,460
p.002006: Foreign languages 3,020
p.002006: Foreign languages 3,020
p.002006: Computer science 2,800
p.002006: Computer science 2,800
p.002006: Management and Administration / Economy and Administration, general / Economics
p.002006: 10,630 Management and administration / business and administration, general / economic sciences
p.002006: 10.630
p.002006: Pharmacy 1,370
p.002006: Pharmacology 1,370
p.002006: Journalism and Communication Science 1,530 Media and
p.002006: communication studies 1,530
p.002006: Law
p.002006: 4,300 Law
p.002006: 4,300
p.002006: * Exceptions are the studies at the University of Applied Arts Vienna and the University of Art
p.002006: and industrial design Linz and at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: ** Exceptions are studies for which access regulations according to § 124b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 21/2015 have passed and exist in accordance with Section 71c.
p.002006: (2) The distribution of the number of study places specified in Paragraph 1 among the individual universities is within the scope
p.002006: performance agreements.
p.002006: * exempt are degree programs at the University of Applied Art Vienna, the University of Art and Design Linz, and the
p.002006: Academy of Fine Art Vienna.
p.002006: ** exempt are degree programs for which admission regulations have been in place according to § 124b, as amended by
p.002006: F. L. G. I No 21/2015, or are already in place according to § 71c.
p.002006: (2) The distribution of the number of study places under para 1 among the universities shall be determined
p.002006: as part of the performance agreements.
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p.002006: (3) If a university has standardized data-based evidence, it can
p.002006: University in the distribution of the number of study places for new students for
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p.002006: be part of the admission or selection process and must not be part of the admission or selection process
p.002006: occur. Furthermore, the oral
p.002006: decision of the rectorate, or the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education,
p.002006: institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively,
p.002006: shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) As part of the admission or selection procedure under paras 4 and 5, the rectorate shall require a mandatory
p.002006: registration of all applicants within a period stipulated. The procedure shall only take place, if the number of
p.002006: registered applicants exceeds the number of places for first-year students for a degree program stipulated
p.002006: in the performance agreement under paras 2 and 3. If the number of registered applicants does not exceed
p.002006: the number of places for first-year students for a degree program stipulated in the performance agreement under paras
p.002006: 2 and 3, these registered applicants shall be admitted, if they meet the general requirements under § 63. Furthermore,
p.002006: the university shall also admit applicants who are already registered for a corresponding degree program at
p.002006: another university, until the number laid down for a degree program has been reached.
p.002006: (7) The university shall design the admission or selection procedure under paras 4 and 5 in a manner that
p.002006: particularly the following criteria are met:
p.002006: 1. Testing performance-based criteria relevant to the educational requirements of the respective degree programs;
p.002006: 2. Ensuring that the admission or selection procedure does not discriminate against any persons on the basis
p.002006: of gender or social origin;
p.002006: 3. making the examinable material accessible on the university's website in good time and free of charge (for
p.002006: admission procedures prior to admission no later than four months before the examination date, for selection
p.002006: procedures after admission no later than the beginning of the respective semester); and
p.002006: 4. designing admission or selection procedures that consist of multiple stages. Oral examinations, if applicable, may
p.002006: only be a part of the admission and selection procedure and shall not take place at the beginning of the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure. Furthermore, oral examinations shall not
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p.002006: Components are not the only criterion for passing the admission or selection process.
p.002006: Section 41 B-GlBG applies to the implementation of the admission or selection process. Provided in the selection process
p.002006: Examinations are provided, the provisions of this Federal Act apply to the repetitions. Also the
p.002006: Repetition of positive assessments is permitted. Examination dates are generally once a semester
p.002006: offer. Section 58 (8) does not apply.
p.002006: (8) Governs a rectorate of a university or a public teacher training college or
p.002006: regulate the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for
p.002006: Conducting university of applied sciences and private universities in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5
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p.002006: or end of each semester.
p.002006: Repetition of exams
p.002006: Repetition of examinations
p.002006: Section 77. (1) Students are entitled to take examinations with a positive assessment up to twelve months after taking the exam,
p.002006: however, at the longest until the end of the relevant study section or until the completion of
p.002006: to repeat the course in question once. The positively assessed examination becomes the
p.002006: Retake void. This also applies to the internships in the curriculum of teacher training studies in the
p.002006: Framework of pedagogical-practical studies. At the universities in accordance with section 6 (1) lines 16 to 21, two may
p.002006: positively assessed course examinations from the central artistic subject during the
p.002006: the entire duration of the study can be repeated once.
p.002006: Section 77. (1) Students shall be entitled to repeat passed examinations up to twelve months after taking them, but not later
p.002006: than the end of the respective stage of the study program or the program as a whole. The result of the passed
p.002006: examination shall become null and void when the resit is taken. This shall also apply to internships in the framework
p.002006: of the pedagogic-practical studies, indicated by the curriculum of teacher training programs. At the universities
p.002006: named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 a maximum of two passed course examinations in the major artistic subject may be
p.002006: repeated once throughout the entire duration of studies.
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p.002006: (2) Students are entitled to retake exams three times. On the number of
p.002006: admissible exams are all exams for the same exam at the same university and at
p.002006: jointly set up studies at all participating educational institutions. In the statute is
p.002006: Determine whether and how many further exam repetitions are permitted.
p.002006: (3) The third repetition of an examination is to be held by a committee if the examination is in the form of a single one
p.002006: Examination process is carried out. At the request of the student, this also applies to the second
p.002006: Repetition.
p.002006: (4) Students are entitled to internships marked in the curriculum as part of the
p.002006: Repeat pedagogical-practical studies once with a negative assessment. Repeated negative
p.002006: To avoid special hardship cases, a second repetition can be provided if the
p.002006: negative assessment of the repetition on special, not by the student or the
p.002006: Students are in debt.
p.002006: (5) The setting of deadlines and the obligation to take course examinations as
p.002006: Prerequisites for retaking exams are not permitted.
p.002006: (2) Students shall be entitled to repeat failed examinations three times. All examinations taken in the same
p.002006: subject at the same university and, in jointly offered programs, at all educational institutions concerned,
p.002006: shall count towards the permissible number of resits. The statute shall state whether further resits are
p.002006: permitted, and if so how many may be taken.
p.002006: (3) The third repetition of an examination must be held before an examination board, if the examination takes the form
p.002006: of a single procedure. On application of the student the same shall apply to the second repetition.
p.002006: (4) In the case of receiving a negative assessment, students shall be entitled to repeat internships in the framework
p.002006: of the pedagogic-practical studies indicated by the curriculum once. To avoid cases that would lead to particular
p.002006: hardship, a second repetition may be permitted if the repeated negative assessment can be attributed to special
p.002006: circumstances for which the student is not responsible.
p.002006: (5) Setting of deadlines for repetitions of examinations and making them conditional on taking course
p.002006: examinations is impermissible.
p.002006: Recognition of exams
p.002006: Recognition of examinations
p.002006: Section 78. (1) Upon application by the ordinary student, exams are assessed as positive, provided that they pass the
p.002006: the examinations prescribed in the curriculum are equivalent, from for study law matters
p.002006: to approve the responsible body if it
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution,
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institution, the access to which is general university entrance qualification
p.002006: requires
p.002006: 3. at a vocational high school in those required for future employment
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 4. at a higher institute for teacher and educator training in the necessary for future professional activity
p.002006: subjects,
p.002006: 5. in general higher education schools with special attention to the arts
p.002006: or athletic training in artistic and artistic-scientific as well as athletic and
p.002006: sporty-scientific subjects, or
p.002006: § 78. (1) On application of the degree student concerned, examinations passed by students shall be recognized by the
p.002006: officer responsible for study matters by official notification, provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed
p.002006: by the curriculum, if taken
p.002006: 1. at a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 2. in studies at a recognized domestic educational institutions for which an admission requirement is the
p.002006: general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 3. at a higher vocational schools, in those subjects which are required for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 4. at a school for the training of teachers and non-teaching supervisory staff, in those subjects which are required
p.002006: for a future professional activity;
p.002006: 5. at academic secondary schools with a particular emphasis on music or sports education, in artistic and
p.002006: artistic-scientific subjects as well as in sportive and sportive-scientific subjects; or
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p.002006: 6. at Austrian conservatoires with public law 6. at Austrian public
p.002006: conservatories.
p.002006: were filed. Those at a domestic post-secondary educational institution or at a recognized
p.002006: Post-secondary educational institution of an EU or EEA state for a subject passed exams are for
p.002006: the same subject in the further study of the same course at another domestic university in any case
p.002006: to be recognized if the ECTS credit points are the same or differ only slightly. Such recognitions
p.002006: can generally be specified in the curriculum.
p.002006: (2) The recognition of examinations contrary to the provisions of
p.002006: § 63 paragraphs 8 and 9 have been taken at another university or teacher training college is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific activity in companies or research institutions
p.002006: outside of the university and outside of the involved in the case of jointly established studies
p.002006: Educational institutions that can provide academic vocational training are in accordance with Art
p.002006: the research activities and research projects of the institution concerned and the type and scope of the
p.002006: Participation or activity of the student according to the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: or recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (4) The artistic activity at institutions outside the university and at jointly established
p.002006: Studies outside the educational institutions involved, which is an artistic
p.002006: Being able to provide vocational training depends on the type of artistic activity and the type and scope
p.002006: the participation or activity of the student in accordance with the equivalence at the request of the
p.002006: recognized by the ordinary student as an exam.
p.002006: (5) For teacher training and instrumental (vocal), religious and business education studies
p.002006: are relevant occupational activities with educational elements in accordance with the equivalence on request
p.002006: of the regular student on appropriate practice-oriented courses
p.002006: to be officially recognized as an examination.
p.002006: (6) At the request of ordinary students who want to carry out part of their studies abroad
p.002006: determine, by decision, which of the planned examinations corresponds to the examinations prescribed in the curriculum
p.002006: are equivalent. The documents required for the assessment are from the applicant
p.002006: required.
p.002006: Examinations taken at a domestic university or a university in the European Union or European Economic Area shall be
p.002006: recognized for further study of the same subject at another domestic university provided that the number of ECTS
p.002006: credits is the same or only slightly different. Such recognition may be generally prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum.
p.002006: (2) Recognition of examinations taken at another university or university college of teacher education which
p.002006: contravene the provisions of § 63 paras 8 and 9 is excluded.
p.002006: (3) Scientific research at business establishments or research establishments outside the university and in
p.002006: jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions concerned, capable of providing preparatory
p.002006: scientific training shall, by official notification, be recognized as equivalent to examinations on application of a
p.002006: degree student if the nature of the research and the research projects at the establishment concerned,
p.002006: and the nature and extent of the student’s participation therein or activities is comparable.
p.002006: (4) Artistic activities outside the university and in jointly offered programs outside the educational institutions
p.002006: concerned, capable of providing pre-vocational artistic vocational education shall be recognized as equivalent to
p.002006: examinations on application of a degree student if the nature of the activities, and the nature and extent of the
p.002006: student’s participation therein is comparable.
p.002006: (5) In the case of teacher training programs as well as instrumental or vocal, religious, or economic educational
p.002006: programs, any relevant professional activities involving pedagogical skills shall, on application of a degree student
p.002006: and under the precondition of equivalence, be recognized, by official notification, as equivalent to an examination for
p.002006: respective practice-oriented courses.
p.002006: (6) In response to a request by a degree student to conduct part of his / her studies abroad, the university shall give
p.002006: notice of the examinations which such student plans to take which are deemed equivalent to those prescribed by
p.002006: the curriculum. The applicant shall submit the documents required to assess such equivalence.
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p.002006: (7) The recognition of an examination is considered to be the start of an examination and a positive assessment of the corresponding one in
p.002006: Curriculum prescribed exam in the course for which the exam is recognized.
p.002006: (8) Positive assessments that have been taken by extraordinary students are for ordinary ones
p.002006: Studies based on equivalence can only be recognized insofar as they
p.002006: (7) Recognition of an examination shall be deemed equivalent to a pass in the like examination prescribed by the
p.002006: curriculum for the studies for which such examination is recognized.
p.002006: (8) Recognition may only be accorded to equivalent examinations passed by non-degree seeking students if taken
p.002006: 1. in the context of university courses or university courses, 1. in connection with
p.002006: university or university colleges further education
p.002006: courses;
p.002006: 2. before the complete examination or the university entrance qualification examination,
p.002006: 3. Before the entrance exam for the proof of sporting suitability for the study for which the exam
p.002006: should be recognized
p.002006: 4. Before the entrance examination for the proof of artistic suitability for the study for which the examination
p.002006: should be recognized, or
p.002006: 5. before the completion of the aptitude test for the teaching degree for which the examination
p.002006: should be recognized
p.002006: were filed.
p.002006: (9) At the request of the extraordinary student, exams that have been assessed positively are to be taken on a
p.002006: Educational institution in accordance with para. 1 were filed by the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organically recognized organ, insofar as it complies with the curriculum of the university course
p.002006: prescribed tests are equivalent.
p.002006: (10) In deviation from § 73 AVG, applications for recognition are to be submitted no later than two months after receipt of the application
p.002006: to decide by decision.
p.002006: 2. prior to passing the secondary-school leaving examination or university entrance qualification examination;
p.002006: 3. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of physical fitness, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: 4. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of artistic aptitude, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: 5. prior to passing the supplementary examination providing proof of physical fitness, appropriate to the program of
p.002006: study for which the examination is to be recognized;
p.002006: (9) On application of the non-degree seeking student concerned, examinations passed by students at an educational
p.002006: institution under para 1 shall be recognized by the officer responsible for study matters by official notification,
p.002006: provided that they are equivalent to those prescribed by the curriculum of the further education course.
p.002006: (10) Notwithstanding Section 73 General Administrative Procedure Act, official notifications for the recognition of
p.002006: examinations must be issued within two months of receipt of the applications.
p.002006: Legal protection for exams Legal Protection
p.002006: in respect of examinations
p.002006: Section 79. (1) No appeal is permitted against the assessment of an examination. If performing a negative
p.002006: assessed exam has a serious deficiency, that has for the study law matters
p.002006: competent body to revoke this examination upon request of the student with notice. The or the
p.002006: Students must submit the application within two weeks of the announcement of the assessment
p.002006: and the serious lack credible
p.002006: Section 79. (1) Appeals against the academic judgment of examiners shall be impermissible. If the manner in
p.002006: which an examination resulting in a negative assessment is conducted exhibits severe defects, the officer
p.002006: responsible for study matters shall, by official notification, annul the examination on application of the student.
p.002006: The student must make the application within two weeks of announcement
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p.002006: awarding document, without translating the name of the university and of the issuing body as well as the academic
p.002006: degree or the academic designation. The notification of award shall, as a minimum, contain the following information:
p.002006: 1. the family name and first names, if necessary the birth name, 1. surname, first names and
p.002006: maiden name if different;
p.002006: 2. the date of birth and nationality, 2. date of
p.002006: birth and nationality;
p.002006: 3. the completed degree, 3.
p.002006: programs of study completed;
p.002006: 4. the academic degree or academic title awarded. 4. academic degree or academic
p.002006: designation awarded.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for an academic degree with the same wording are met more than once, then
p.002006: the same academic degree must also be awarded several times.
p.002006: (4) If the requirements for the award of an academic degree with the same wording have been fulfilled
p.002006: more than once, the same academic degree shall be awarded more than once.
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p.002006: (5) If an ordinary course of study is completed on the basis of a joint study program,
p.002006: at least with a course of up to 120 ECTS credits
p.002006: 30 ECTS credit points, with a study scope of more than 120 ECTS credit points at least in each case
p.002006: 60 ECTS credit points have been earned under the responsibility of a partner institution, it is permissible, in addition
p.002006: to award the academic degree, a joint certificate with this partner institution or these
p.002006: Issue partner institutions.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly established studies in accordance with §54e, this applies to matters relating to study law
p.002006: competent body of the admitting educational institution to award the academic degree, the
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the implementation of the course must be identified.
p.002006: (5) If a student successfully completes a joint diploma program comprising up to 120 ECTS credits of which at least
p.002006: 30 were obtained under the auspices of a partner institution, or more than 120 ECTS credits of which at least 60 were
p.002006: obtained under the auspices of a foreign partner institution, a document may be issued jointly with the partner
p.002006: institution or partner institutions in addition to the award of the academic degree.
p.002006: (6) In the case of jointly offered study programs according to § 54e, the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters at the educational institution which has admitted the student shall award the academic degree. The
p.002006: other educational institutions involved in the study programs shall be specified in the document.
p.002006: (7) To support the international mobility of students and graduates
p.002006: an attachment (diploma supplement) to the award notice in accordance with Article IX.3 of the Convention
p.002006: the recognition of qualifications in higher education in the European region, Federal Law Gazette III No. 71/1999,
p.002006: to join. The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research has
p.002006: a regulation stipulates the form in which the diploma supplement is to be issued.
p.002006: Academic degree and academic title for the graduates of university courses
p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curricula of university courses, those in the respective subject may be international
p.002006: customary master's degrees to be set for the graduates of those university courses
p.002006: are to be lent, their access conditions, scope and requirements with access conditions,
p.002006: The scope and requirements of corresponding foreign master's programs are comparable.
p.002006: (2) If paragraph 1 does not apply, the academic name "Akademische ..." or
p.002006: "Academic ..." with an addition that characterizes the content of the respective university course
p.002006: be determined, which is to be awarded to the graduates of those university courses that at least
p.002006: Include 60 ECTS credits.
p.002006: (7) In the interest of international students and graduate mobility, a Diploma Supplement under Art IX.3 of the
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p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curriculum of a certificate university program for further education in the respective disciplines
p.002006: internationally common master's degrees may be laid down, which may be conferred upon the graduates of those
p.002006: certificate university programs for further education whose access requirements, scope and qualifications are
p.002006: comparable with the access requirements, scope and qualifications of corresponding foreign master's programs.
p.002006: (2) If para 1 is not applicable, the designation “Academic…” or “Academic…” with an addition
p.002006: specifying the contents of the respective further education course may be laid down, which shall be conferred upon the
p.002006: graduates of those further education courses that cover at least 60 ECTS credits.
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p.002006: Management of academic grade use
p.002006: of Academic Degrees
p.002006: Section 88. (1) Persons receiving a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: An academic degree has been awarded the right to obtain this in the in the
p.002006: Award certificate specified, also abbreviated, form, the academic degree including
p.002006: of a gender-specific addition.
p.002006: (1a) Persons from a domestic post-secondary educational institution or a
p.002006: recognized post-secondary institution of another contracting party to the EU accession treaty or another
p.002006: Contracting party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area was awarded an academic degree
p.002006: Right to enter this academic degree in abbreviated form without addition in accordance with paragraph 1 in public documents
p.002006: to demand.
p.002006: (2) "Mag.", "Dr." and "Dipl.-Ing." ("DI") are to be put in front of the name in the case of the tour, the
p.002006: other academic degrees are to be added to the name.
p.002006: Revocation of domestic academic degrees or academic titles
p.002006: § 89. The award notice is from the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organ to withdraw and move in if it subsequently emerges that the academic degree or the academic
p.002006: Designation in particular through fake certificates or by faking scientific
p.002006: or artistic achievements have been sneaked up.
p.002006: § 88. (1) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: educational institution shall be entitled to use this degree in the form set down in the document of award, also
p.002006: abbreviated, and the academic degree may be used with a gender-inclusive suffix.
p.002006: (1a) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic post-secondary educational
p.002006: institution or a recognized post-secondary institution in another signatory to the EU Accession Treaty or to the
p.002006: Agreement on the European Economic Area shall be entitled to request the inclusion of this academic degree
p.002006: in the abbreviated form without a suffix under para 1 in official documents.
p.002006: (2) “Mag.”, “Dr.” and “Dipl.-Ing.” (“DI”) shall precede the name if used, and other academic degrees shall follow it.
p.002006: Revocation of Domestic Academic Degrees or Academic Designations
p.002006: § 89. The officer responsible for study matters shall revoke and recall the notification of award if it
p.002006: subsequently transpires that a the academic degree or the academic designation has been obtained by fraudulent means,
p.002006: in particular the use of counterfeit certificates or the pretence of scientific or artistic achievements.
p.002006: Section 7
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: nostrification
p.002006: Nostrification
p.002006: Section 90. (1) The application regarding the recognition of a foreign degree as a degree
p.002006: of a regular degree in Germany (nostrification) requires proof that the nostrification
p.002006: mandatory for the pursuit of a profession or the continuation of the training of the applicant in
p.002006: Austria is required. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) The application must be submitted to a university or a teacher training college at which the corresponding
p.002006: domestic degree is established. It is not permitted to submit the same application for nostrification at the same time or
p.002006: after
p.002006: § 90. (1) Acceptance of requests for the recognition of foreign degrees as domestic ones (nostrification)
p.002006: shall be conditional on the provision of that the nostrification is indispensable in Austria for the
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p.002006: correspond, or
p.002006: 2. a doctoral program or a section of a diploma program, or
p.002006: 3. an extension course in accordance with § 54a, with 30 ECTS credit points per semester
p.002006: correspond and, if necessary, is rounded up to whole semesters, or
p.002006: 4. an extension course in accordance with § 54b, whereby the planned study time for the
p.002006: Extension studies for the extension of the bachelor's program eight semesters and for the extension studies
p.002006: four semesters to expand the master’s program, or
p.002006: 5. an extension course in accordance with § 54c, whereby the planned study time is eight semesters,
p.002006: in order to exceed more than two semesters, pay a tuition fee of 363.36 euros for each semester. The
p.002006: The tuition fee increases by 10% within the grace period.
p.002006: (2) Ordinary students from third countries who do not fall under paragraph 1 and who have a residence permit
p.002006: for students in accordance with § 64 Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), Federal Law Gazette I No. 100/2005,
p.002006: have to pay a tuition fee of 726.72 euros for each semester.
p.002006: (3) Extraordinary students who only attend individual courses
p.002006: scientific subjects are admitted regardless of their nationality
p.002006: Tuition fee of 363.36 euros to be paid for each semester.
p.002006: (4) Students admitted to several studies, including at several universities and teacher training colleges
p.002006: are only required to pay the tuition once. This also applies to students who share one with
p.002006: A course of study established at a university of teacher education is permitted, with the tuition fee being collected
p.002006: done by the admitting educational institution.
p.002006: (5) The tuition fee must be paid in advance for each semester. The tuition fees remain
p.002006: respective university. The tuition fee of students who are one of several universities and or or
p.002006: pedagogical
p.002006: that for students under § 64 of the Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), F. L. G. I No. 100/2005, shall pay tuition fees
p.002006: in an amount of 363.36 € per semester, if they exceed the prescribed duration
p.002006: 1. of a bachelor's or master's program, with 30 ECTS credits corresponding to one semester, or
p.002006: 2. of a doctoral program or one stage of a diploma program, or
p.002006: 3. of an extension program under § 54a, with 30 ECTS credits corresponding to one semester
p.002006: and, where applicable, with rounding to whole semesters, or
p.002006: 4. of an extension program under § 54b, with counting the prescribed duration of an extension program for
p.002006: extending the bachelor's programs with eight semesters and of an extension program for extending the
p.002006: master's programs with two semesters, or
p.002006: 5. of an extension program under § 54c, with counting the prescribed duration of studies with eight
p.002006: semester,
p.002006: by more than two semesters. The tuition fees shall increase by 10 percent, if paid within the extension period.
p.002006: (2) Degree programs students from third countries who do not fulfill the requirements under para 1 and who
p.002006: have been granted a residence permit for students under § 64 of the Settlement and Residence Act (NAG), F. L.
p.002006: G. I No 100/2005, shall pay tuition fees in an amount of € 726.72 per semester.
p.002006: (3) Non-degree-seeking students who have been admitted exclusively to individual courses in scientific
p.002006: subjects shall pay tuition fees in an amount of
p.002006: € 363.36 per semester irrespective of their nationality.
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p.002006: (6) More detailed provisions on the collection of tuition fees are in an ordinance from the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research (Tuition Fee Ordinance).
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education or who have been admitted to more than one study program at different
p.002006: universities and / or university colleges of teacher education, shall be divided among the universities and
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education concerned, due to a relevant agreement.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall, by decree, enact more detailed provisions for the
p.002006: collection of tuition fees.
p.002006: Waiver and reimbursement of the tuition remission and
p.002006: Reimbursement of the Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 92. (1) The tuition fee is to be waived in particular by ordinary students
p.002006: 1. for the semesters in which you can demonstrate studies or practical training within the framework of transnational EU,
p.002006: state or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for the semesters in which they complete studies abroad due to mandatory provisions in the curriculum
p.002006: become;
p.002006: 3. when the foreign post-secondary educational institution they attended last with the
p.002006: Austrian university has concluded a partnership agreement, which also includes the
p.002006: mutual waiver of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. if you are a citizen of a country specified in the Tuition Fee Regulation, whereby
p.002006: the definition of the "Least Developed Countries" according to the "DAC List of ODA Recipients"
p.002006: orientated by the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the Organization for Economic Development
p.002006: Cooperation and Development (OECD) is created;
p.002006: 4. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: set period for semesters in which they can be proven to be due to illness or more than two months
p.002006: Pregnancy or through childcare obligations of children up to their 7th birthday or any later
p.002006: Were unable to enter school or were prevented from studying by other similar care obligations;
p.002006: § 92. (1) Remission of the tuition fees shall, in particular, be granted to degree- students
p.002006: 1. for semesters during which they will demonstrably be studying or acquiring work experience under transnational
p.002006: EU, national or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for semesters during which they will be studying abroad due to mandatory curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 3. whose most recently attended foreign post-secondary educational institution has concluded a partnership
p.002006: agreement with an Austrian university providing for the reciprocal remission of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. who are citizens of states determined in the Decree on the Collection of Tuition Fees. The
p.002006: determination shall be aligned with the “Least Developed Countries” according to the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” which
p.002006: is drawn up by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development's (OECD) Development Assistance
p.002006: Committee (DAC);
p.002006: 4. who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded, for those
p.002006: semesters for which they have documentary evidence of being hindered by illness, pregnancy or care of children and
p.002006: upbringing of a child up to the age of seven or until the child enters first grade, or similar kinds of care, for more
p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: specified period, if a disability according to federal regulations with at least 50%
p.002006: is established;
p.002006: 6. students who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded,
p.002006: if they have a disability of at least 50% as defined by federal law;
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p.002006: To decide on the application. There is no legal claim to the exemption.
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister of Education, Science and Research shall be entitled to designate by decree countries to
p.002006: whose nationals the tuition fee shall be reimbursed, in accordance with Austria’s priorities with respect to
p.002006: measures for the support and promotion of economic and social development. Reimbursements shall be made within the
p.002006: private sector administration on application of the students concerned. The fee shall be reimbursed within four
p.002006: weeks of application. There shall be no legal entitlement to reimbursement.
p.002006: Section 9
p.002006: Chapter 9
p.002006: Special provisions Special
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: Special provisions for Catholic theology special
p.002006: Provisions for Catholic Theology
p.002006: § 93. (1) If students transfer from a church theological school (Art.
p.002006: V § 1 of the concordat between the Holy See and the Republic of Austria) to an organizational unit
p.002006: a university,
p.002006: § 93. (1) The following special provisions shall apply to students transferring from an ecclesiastical School of
p.002006: Theology (Art V § 1 of the Concordat between the Holy See and the Republic of Austria) to an organizational unit of a
p.002006: university, the sphere of action of which relates to Catholic theology:
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p.002006: The following special provisions apply to the scope of which relates to Catholic theology:
p.002006: 1. The exams that have been taken at these schools are to be recognized as supplementary exams,
p.002006: if the examiner named by the educational institution or the examiner named by the educational institution
p.002006: 1. Examinations taken at such schools shall be recognized as supplementary examinations, provided that the examiners
p.002006: appointed by such a school:
p.002006: a) holds the teaching license (venia docendi) for the subject in question or a) are authorized to teach
p.002006: the subject in question (venia docendi); or
p.002006: b) from an organizational unit of a university, the scope of which affects the
p.002006: Catholic theology relates to the acceptance of supplementary examinations for a period of three years each
p.002006: has been authorized.
p.002006: 2. The exams that have been taken at these schools are to be recognized if they are
p.002006: a) a university professor appointed for a subject in Catholic theology
p.002006: for a subject in Catholic theology appointed university professor or
p.002006: b) one or another from an organizational unit of a university whose sphere of activity relates to the
p.002006: Catholic theology relates to which representatives have been removed. On the date to be carried out within a reasonable period
p.002006: Authorization must be given to the ecclesiastical theological institute to comment.
p.002006: 3. Graduates of these ecclesiastical theological institutes are responsible for the
p.002006: To award the intended academic degree if the exams are taken according to the above
p.002006: Provisions have been recognized and the scientific work of one for a subject of Catholic
p.002006: Theology appointed university professor or one for a subject in Catholic theology
p.002006: the appointed university professor is assessed positively or by a competent person with a teaching license
p.002006: (venia docendi) was supervised at the school concerned and assessed positively.
p.002006: (2) For the award of the academic degree, this is not the admission to study at the university
p.002006: required.
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p.002006: Employment relationship with the university. You are a full-time or part-time employee.
p.002006: (2) Female or foreign researchers can become university professors
p.002006: and scientists or artists with a correspondingly high academic or
p.002006: artistic and professional qualifications for the subject that corresponds to the position to be filled.
p.002006: (3) University professors are followed by the rector
p.002006: Conducting an appointment procedure in accordance with
p.002006: Section 98 or Section 99 ordered.
p.002006: Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: Section 98. (1) The professional dedication of a position to be filled for an unlimited period or for more than three years
p.002006: a university professor must be specified in the development plan.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate must publicly advertise each position at home and abroad. In the appeal process
p.002006: With their consent, scientists and artists can also
p.002006: Artists who have not applied will be included as candidates.
p.002006: (3) The university professors represented in the Senate have
p.002006: at the suggestion of the university professors of the department at least two - of which
p.002006: to appoint at least one external expert. You can do this task
p.002006: but also to the university professors of the department and the
p.002006: related area. The Rector has the right to have another
p.002006: Appoint a reviewer.
p.002006: (4) The Senate has to appoint an Appointment Commission. The university professors
p.002006: and university professors make up more than half of the members and students at least one member.
p.002006: Members of other universities or post-secondary educational institutions can also join the appointment committee
p.002006: belong.
p.002006: (5) The appointment committee has to check whether the present applications meet the
p.002006: Tender criteria meet and those applications that the
p.002006: employed by the university on a temporary or permanent basis. They shall be full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) Both Austrian and foreign researchers or artists whose scientific or artistic and professional credentials qualify
p.002006: them for the subjects related to the positions to be filled may be appointed as university professors.
p.002006: (3) University professors shall be appointed by the rector following an appointment procedure in accordance
p.002006: with §§ 98 or 99.
p.002006: Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: § 98. (1) The subject allocation of a chair to be filled on a permanent basis or for longer than three years shall be
p.002006: specified by the development plan.
p.002006: (2) All positions shall be advertised by the rectorate in Austria and abroad. With their agreement, scientists and
p.002006: artists who have not applied may also be included as candidates in the appointment procedure.
p.002006: (3) The professorial members of the senate shall appoint at least two assessors, nominated by the university professors
p.002006: in the department in question, of whom at least one shall be external. However, they may also delegate this task to the
p.002006: university professors of the department or of a department in a related field. The rector shall have the right to
p.002006: appoint one additional assessor.
p.002006: (4) The senate shall appoint an appointment committee with decision-making power. More than half of the members shall
p.002006: be university professors, and at least one shall be a student. Members of the appointment committee can also be members
p.002006: of other universities or post-secondary educational institutions.
p.002006: (5) The appointment committee shall check whether the applications received meet the criteria stipulated in the
p.002006: advertisement and those applications which clearly
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p.002006: Obviously, do not meet the tender criteria to be eliminated. The other applications are the reviewers
p.002006: and assessors to determine the suitability of the applicants for the advertised position
p.002006: to be assessed by a university professor.
p.002006: (6) The Rector must give all suitable candidates the opportunity to
p.002006: to present themselves in an appropriate manner at least to the department and the related area.
p.002006: (7) The appointment committee draws up a justified one based on the expert opinions and statements
p.002006: Proposal for the three most suitable candidates for the vacancy
p.002006: and has to contain candidates. A proposal with fewer than three candidates is particularly too
p.002006: justify.
p.002006: (8) The Rector has to make the selection decision from the nomination
p.002006: or refer the proposal back to the appointment committee if the appointment committee does not
p.002006: contains the best suitable candidates.
p.002006: (9) The Rector has his or her selection decision to the working group for
p.002006: Announce equality issues before the start of the appointment negotiations. The working group
p.002006: has the right to lodge a complaint within two weeks. The arbitration committee decides on these
p.002006: Know.
p.002006: (10) If the arbitration board rejects the complaint, the Rector can start the appointment negotiations
p.002006: take up. If the arbitration board upholds the complaint, the selection decision becomes ineffective. A new
p.002006: The selection decision is subject to the legal opinion represented by the Arbitration Commission
p.002006: to meet.
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p.002006: Qualification from the university's license to teach (venia docendi) for a scientific or artistic subject
p.002006: was awarded. In this function, you have no employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: § 102. Non-tenured associate professors are persons to whom a university awards a habilitation degree for
p.002006: a subject (venia docendi) on the basis of their academic or artistic qualification, but who are with
p.002006: regard to this function not employed by the university. but who are with regard to this function not employed by
p.002006: the university.
p.002006: Habilitation
p.002006: Habilitation
p.002006: § 103. (1) The Rectorate has the right to apply for a teaching license (venia docendi) for a whole
p.002006: to provide scientific or artistic subject. The requested teaching license must be within the scope of the
p.002006: University fall. The granting of the teaching license is linked to the right, scientific or
p.002006: free artistic teaching at this university through its facilities
p.002006: § 103. (1) The rectorate shall, on application, be entitled to award an habilitation degree (venia docendi) for an
p.002006: entire academic or artistic subject. The venia docendi applied for must be within the sphere of action of the
p.002006: university. The habilitation degree shall confer the right to the free exercise thereof at the university in question,
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p.002006: exercise as well as scientific or artistic work (§§ 81 to 83,
p.002006: § 124) to supervise and assess.
p.002006: (2) A prerequisite for the granting of the teaching license is proof of an excellent academic or
p.002006: artistic qualifications and repeated teaching at recognized post-secondary educational institutions
p.002006: to prove the didactic skills of the applicant.
p.002006: using its facilities, and to the supervision and assessment of academic theses or art submissions (§§ 81 to 83 and
p.002006: 124).
p.002006: (2) The award of a habilitation degree shall be conditional on evidence of outstanding scientific or
p.002006: artistic qualification as well as repeated teaching at recognized post-secondary educational institutions as
p.002006: evidence of the didactic abilities of the applicant.
p.002006: (3) The written work submitted must (3) The
p.002006: habilitation thesis submitted must:
p.002006: 1. be carried out methodically, 1. be of
p.002006: impeccable methodological quality;
p.002006: 2. contain new scientific results and 2. contain new
p.002006: scientific insights;
p.002006: 3. the scientific mastery of the habilitation subject and the ability to promote it
p.002006: to prove.
p.002006: The submitted artistic works must have the ability to represent the artistic subject to the extent of
p.002006: prove requested teaching license.
p.002006: (4) The application for the teaching license is to be addressed to the rectorate. This has the application if he
p.002006: not to be rejected due to lack of responsibility of the university to be forwarded to the senate
p.002006: (5) The representatives of the university professors in the
p.002006: On the proposal of the university professors, senates have
p.002006: of the department at least two representatives of the target
p.002006: Habilitation subject, including at least one external or external one, as a reviewer
p.002006: to order about the submitted scientific or artistic work. You can do this task though
p.002006: also to the university professors of the faculty and related subjects
p.002006: Area.
p.002006: (6) The university professors of the department and the subject
p.002006: related parties have the right to comment on the expert opinions.
p.002006: (7) The Senate has a decision-making habilitation commission
p.002006: use. The university professors provide more than that
p.002006: Half of the members of the habilitation commission, the students at least one member.
p.002006: (8) The habilitation committee decides on the basis of the expert opinions and statements.
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p.002006: 1. a name peculiar to the domestic or foreign higher education system or
p.002006: 1. a designation specific to a domestic or foreign higher education system; or
p.002006: 2. one or more domestic academic degrees or 2. one or more
p.002006: domestic academic degrees; or
p.002006: 3. A designation that is the same or similar to the domestic or foreign academic degrees or titles
p.002006: lends, mediates or leads without authorization,
p.002006: commits if the offense does not constitute the offense of a criminal who falls under the jurisdiction of the courts
p.002006: Act forms or under other administrative regulations with stricter
p.002006: Punishment is an administrative offense committed by the local
p.002006: competent district administrative authority with a fine of up to 15,000 euros.
p.002006: 3. a degree or title identical or similar to domestic or foreign academic degrees or titles,
p.002006: if the act does not constitute a punishable offense coming under the jurisdiction of a court of law or is not according
p.002006: to other rules of administrative penalty subject to more severe punishment, is committing an administrative offense
p.002006: punishable by the locally competent district administration by a fine of up to 15,000 €.
p.002006: (2) The award, placement or leadership is particularly unjustified if the academic degree or the
p.002006: same or similar designation
p.002006: 1. comes from an institution that a post-secondary educational institution does not
p.002006: is of equal importance;
p.002006: 2. comes from an institution that is not recognized by the host country as a post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 3. not on the basis of corresponding study and examination achievements or scientific or artistic
p.002006: Benefits were acquired;
p.002006: 4. not because of the high reputation due to scientific or artistic achievements in
p.002006: Specialist circles or because of outstanding services to the scientific or cultural tasks of the
p.002006: post-secondary educational institution was awarded on an honorary basis.
p.002006: (2) The award, grant or use of an academic degree or identical or similar designation is, in particular,
p.002006: improper if it:
p.002006: 1. originates from an institution which is not of equivalent status to a post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 2. originates from an institution not recognized by its country of domicile as a post-secondary educational
p.002006: institution;
p.002006: 3. was not obtained by virtue of appropriate studies and examinations or scientific or artistic achievement;
p.002006: 4. was not awarded on an honorary basis in recognition of the recipient’s high standing in academic circles due
p.002006: to his / her scientific or artistic achievements, or for outstanding services to the scholarly or
p.002006: cultural activities of a post-secondary educational institution.
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p.002006: VI. part
p.002006: Part VI
p.002006: Properties, structures, premises properties,
p.002006: Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: use of space
p.002006: Use of space
p.002006: § 117. The universities are particularly obliged within the framework of their tenancy rights, for an optimal one
p.002006: Ensure space use for university purposes.
p.002006: § 117. The universities shall, particularly with regard to the use of their tenancy rights, ensure that space is
p.002006: efficiently used for university purposes.
p.002006: Tenancy rights in respect of properties
p.002006: Owned by BIG and other owners
p.002006: § 118. Real estate, buildings and premises rented by BIG or other third parties
p.002006: not required for short-term purposes for university purposes may be passed on to third parties insofar as this applies to
p.002006: Is permitted on the basis of the rental agreement and the Tenancy Law.
p.002006: § 118. Properties, buildings and rooms rented from BIG or other third parties, which are temporarily not required for
p.002006: university use, may be sublet to third parties provided that this is permitted by the tenancy agreement and the Rent
p.002006: Act.
p.002006: land use plan
p.002006: Development plan for buildings
p.002006: § 118a. (1) The Federal Minister has an overall building plan for Austria,
p.002006: which can be divided into up to three separate planning regions as a planning tool for implementation
p.002006: to conduct university real estate projects. The site plan must be published.
p.002006: (2) The site plan has all real estate projects of the universities, especially new buildings,
p.002006: Conversions, (general) renovations, adaptations and rentals, each with the corresponding
p.002006: Investment costs including initial equipment or new furnishings and other one-off costs as well as all
p.002006: To include follow-up costs.
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p.002006: Act shall be awarded. The scope of these diploma programs shall also be governed by Appendix 1 to the
p.002006: University Studies Act
p.002006: (2) Pursuant to § 13 para 4 subpara 9 and § 19 para 4 University Studies Act, curriculum committees shall allocate ECTS
p.002006: credits to all curricula adopted under the University Studies Act.
p.002006: (3) Certificate university programs for further education and preparatory continuing education courses
p.002006: introduced under the University Studies Act offered at universities as of 31 December 2003 shall continue to exist. The
p.002006: respective curricula for these programs in the versions valid as of 31 December 2003 shall continue to apply.
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p.002006: (4) Section 77 shall apply from October 1, 2003. For retaking exams prior to October 1, 2003
p.002006: were judged negatively, instead of section 77 of this Federal Act, section 58 (1) to (6) UniStG, in the last
p.002006: applicable version.
p.002006: (5) If a diploma course established in accordance with Paragraph 1 is also completed as a bachelor's and
p.002006: Master's degree programs are set up, admission to the diploma course is no longer permitted. The
p.002006: Transitional provisions may provide for a transition period for further study based on the old regulations,
p.002006: which at most corresponds to the average duration of study for this diploma course.
p.002006: (6) Sections 27 and 28 apply to applications pursuant to Sections 27 and 28 UniStG that were pending before January 1, 2004
p.002006: 28 UniStG, in the latest applicable version.
p.002006: (6a) Non - university educational establishments to which the change in the
p.002006: University Act 2002 through the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 81/2009 an ordinance according to §§ 27 and 28 UniStG
p.002006: to apply and who offer this course in 2009, have until 30 June 2010 the right to
p.002006: Application to extend the validity of this regulation. The regulations are up to 31 at the longest.
p.002006: Limited in December 2012.
p.002006: (7) On those nostrification procedures that are pending at the universities according to § 6 Z 16 to 21 before August 1, 1998
p.002006: made, § 49 KHStG is to be applied instead of § 90 of this federal law. On those nostrification procedures that are
p.002006: were made to the universities in accordance with § 6 Z 1 to 15 before August 1, 1997, this is instead of § 90
p.002006: Federal law § 40 AHStG apply. On those nostrification procedures that are used at universities
p.002006: by
p.002006: 31 December 2003 are pending, instead of Section 90 of this Federal Act, Sections 70 to
p.002006: 73 UniStG apply.
p.002006: (8) For ordinary students who want to take an individual diploma at the universities before January 1, 2004
p.002006: Section 17 of the UniStG continues to apply.
p.002006: (9) Section 64 (1) (6) and Section 78 (1) are only applicable to courses of a university character to which the
p.002006: Authorization to designate after
p.002006: September 1, 2001 was awarded.
p.002006: (10) Previous bachelor's and master's degrees are considered bachelor's and
p.002006: Master's programs in accordance with § 51 Paragraph 2 Numbers 4 and 5, previous ones
p.002006: (4) From 1 October 2003, § 77 shall apply. Repetition of examinations failed before 1 October 2003 shall be subject to
p.002006: § 6 paras 77 to 58 University Studies Act, as last amended, instead of § 1 of this Act.
p.002006: (5) If a diploma program introduced under para 1 is also established as a bachelor and master's program,
p.002006: admissions to the diploma programs shall cease. The transitional arrangements may provide for the continuation
p.002006: of studies on the basis of the former regulations for a transitional period which may not exceed the average
p.002006: duration of studies for the diploma in question.
p.002006: (6) Sections 27 and 28 University Studies Act, as last amended, shall apply to applications according to Sections 27
p.002006: and 28 University Studies Act pending before 1 January 2004.
p.002006: (6a) Non-university educational institutions to which a decree pursuant to §§ 27 and 28 University Studies Act
p.002006: applies at the time of the entry into force of the amendment to the Universities Act 2002 by F. L. G. I No
p.002006: 81/2009 and which offer this program in the year 2009 shall have to right, until 30 June 2010, to apply for
p.002006: prolongation of the applicability of this decree. The decrees shall be limited to 31 December 2012 at the
p.002006: latest.
p.002006: (7) Section 49 of the Universities of the Arts Studies Act shall apply instead of Section 90 of this Act to nostrification
p.002006: procedures pending before August 1, 1998 at the universities named in § 6 subparas 16 to 21. §40 of the General
p.002006: Higher Education Studies Act shall apply instead of § 90 of this Act to nostrification procedures pending
p.002006: before 1 August 1997 at the universities named in § 6 subparas 1 to 15.
p.002006: §§ 70 to 73 University Studies Act shall apply instead of § 90 of this Act to nostrification procedures
p.002006: at universities pending up to December 31, 2003.
p.002006: (8) § 17 University Studies Act shall continue to apply to degree students admitted to individual diploma
p.002006: programs before 1 January 2004.
p.002006: (9) § 64 para 1 subpara 6 and § 78 para 1 shall only apply to university-level courses recognized as such after 1
p.002006: September 2001.
p.002006: (10) Prior bachelor’s and master’s programs shall be regarded as bachelor’s and master’s programs according to § 51
p.002006: para 2 subparas 4 and 5, prior bachelor’s
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p.002006: Bachelor's and master's theses are considered to be bachelor's and master's theses in accordance with Section 51 (2)
p.002006: Z 7 to 8.
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p.002006: for the period beginning on March 1, 2018.
p.002006: (39) Section 21 (11) in the version of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 131/2015 is from the beginning of the term of office for
p.002006: to apply the university councils on March 1, 2018.
p.002006: (40) Section 13 (2) 1 lit. k, l and m, Section 54 (6d) and Section 64 (6) shall expire on December 31, 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66 in the version of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 131/2015 also comes into effect
p.002006: Effective January 1, 2016 and expires on December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister has the impact of the study entry and orientation phase in
p.002006: Cooperation with the universities and to evaluate the National Council in December 2020 at the latest
p.002006: Submit a report on the result of the evaluation.
p.002006: (42) The 3a. Section of Part II together with the heading (sections 71a to 71d including headings) comes into effect on January 1
p.002006: 2016 in force and expires on December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister
p.002006: The Federal Minister has to evaluate the effects of the access regulations in cooperation with the universities
p.002006: and submit a report on the result of the evaluation to the National Council by December 2020 at the latest.
p.002006: The focus of the evaluation is on the composition of the applicants and the students
p.002006: of those who have registered for an admission or selection process but who have not
p.002006: have appeared for examination, in social and cultural terms as well as by gender and
p.002006: Nationality. It is permissible by the applicants or examination participants
p.002006: -Participants the employment and the educational career of the parents as well as their profession and their position
p.002006: in the profession within the meaning of § 9 paragraph 6
p.002006: subpara 5, 63 para 1 subpara 4, 64 para 1 subparas 6 to 8, 64 paras 4, 5 and 6, 66
p.002006: paras 1 to 6, 67 paras 1 and 2, 68 para 2, 70 para 2, Chapter 3a of Part II, 72, 73
p.002006: para 1, 74 paras 2 and 4, 75 paras 1 to 3, 77 para 1, 79 paras 5 and 6, 78 para 8, the
p.002006: heading of 82, 82 paras 1 and 2, 84 para 2, 85 including the heading, 86, 87 para 1,
p.002006: 90 para 3, 98 para 4, 99 para 4, 109 paras 3 and 4, 115 including the heading, 119
p.002006: para 6 subpara 1, 123a, 123b paras 5 and 6, 125 para 1, 135 paras 3 to 6 and 143 paras 8, 12a, 23, 24, 29a, 35a, 37 to
p.002006: 44, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016. § 99 paras 5 to 7
p.002006: shall enter into force on October 1, 2016.
p.002006: (38) § 21 paras 4 and 5, as amended by F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the composition of the
p.002006: university councils for the term of office beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (39) § 21 para 11, as amended by Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the term of office of
p.002006: university councils beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (40) § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit k, l and m, § 54 para 6d and § 64 para 6 shall expire as of 31 December
p.002006: , 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 and shall
p.002006: expire as of December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the ramifications of the orientation period in
p.002006: collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the results of the evaluation to the National Council
p.002006: by December 2020 at the latest.
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p.002006: Section 92. Waiver and reimbursement of tuition fees Section 92.
p.002006: Remission and Reimbursement of the Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 9 special provisions
p.002006: Chapter 9 Special Provisions
p.002006: Section 93. Special Provisions for Catholic Theology Section 93. Special
p.002006: Provisions for Catholic Theology
p.002006: Section 93a. Special provisions for the joint study of human medicine at the University of Linz and medical
p.002006: University of Graz
p.002006: III. Part of members of the university
p.002006: Section 1 classification
p.002006: Section 93a. Special Provisions for the Joint Degree Program in Human Medicine at the University of Linz and the
p.002006: Medical University of Graz
p.002006: Part III University Members
p.002006: Chapter 1 Classification
p.002006: Section 94. Classification
p.002006: § 94. Classification
p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: Research fellows and doctors in specialist training
p.002006: Research Fellows and Physicians in Specialists ’Training
p.002006: Section 95. Research Fellows Section 95. Research
p.002006: Fellows
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p.002006: Section 96. Doctors in specialist training Section 96.
p.002006: Physicians in Specialists ’Training
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Scientific and artistic university staff
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Scientific and Artistic University Staff
p.002006: Section 97. University professors Section 97.
p.002006: University professors
p.002006: Section 98. Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: Section 99. Abbreviated appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: § 98. Appointment Procedure for University Professors
p.002006: Section 99. Shortened appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: Section 99a.
p.002006: Section 99a.
p.002006: Section 100. Scientific and artistic employees in research, art and teaching
p.002006: Section 4 General University Staff
p.002006: § 100.Scientific and Artistic Staff in Research, Art and Teaching
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: § 101.
p.002006: § 101.
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Lecturers, habilitation, emeritus university professors
p.002006: as well as retired university professors
p.002006: Non-Tenured Associate Professors, Habilitation, Professors Emeriti and Retired Professors
p.002006: Section 102. Lecturers Section 102.
p.002006: Non-tenured associate professors
p.002006: Section 103. Habilitation
p.002006: Section 103. Habilitation
p.002006: Section 104. Emeritus university professors and university professors
p.002006: Retired university professors
p.002006: § 104. Professors Emeriti and Retired Professors
p.002006: Section 6 General Provisions
p.002006: Chapter 6 General Provisions
p.002006: Section 105. Freedom of conscience and freedom of research Section 105.
p.002006: Freedom of Conscience and Research
p.002006: Section 106. Exploitation of Intellectual Property Section 106.
p.002006: Commercial Exploitation of Intellectual Property
p.002006: IV. Part of personnel law
p.002006: Part IV Employment Law
p.002006: Section 107. Announcement and admission Section 107.
p.002006: Advertisement of positions and appointments
p.002006: Section 108. Legal basis of employment relationships Section 108.
p.002006: Legal basis of employment
p.002006: Section 108a. Special legal regulation for members of forensic medicine institutions
p.002006: Section 108a. Special arrangements for members of units of forensic medicine
p.002006: Section 109. Duration of employment relationships Section 109.
p.002006: Term of employment contracts
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p.002006: Part VIII Transitional and Final Provisions
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: Implementation of the New Organizational Structure
p.002006: Section 120. Founding Convention
p.002006: 120th Constituent Convention
p.002006: Section 121. Implementation steps
p.002006: 121. Implementation steps
p.002006: 2. Organization section
p.002006: Chapter 2 organization
p.002006: Section 122. Transfer of university members in accordance with UOG 1993 and KUOG Section 122. Transitional arrangements
p.002006: for University Members under the University
p.002006: Organization Act 1993 and Universities of the Arts Organization Act
p.002006: § 123. Transitional provisions for appointment commissions, habilitation commissions and special
p.002006: habilitation committees
p.002006: § 123. Transitional Arrangements for Appointment Committees, Habilitation Committees and Special Habilitation
p.002006: Committees
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p.002006: § 123a. and § 123b. Transitional provisions for the establishment of a medical school
p.002006: Section 3 Study Law
p.002006: § 123a. and § 123b. Transitional Provisions for the Establishment of a Faculty of Medicine
p.002006: Chapter 3 Study Law
p.002006: § 124.
p.002006: § 124.
p.002006: (Note: § 124a. Repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 129/2017) § 124a.
p.002006: [Removed]
p.002006: Section 124b. Additional provisions for admission to the studies affected by the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: 4. Section transfer of staff
p.002006: Section 124b. Supplementary Provisions Relating to the Admission to Degree Programs Subject to the German Numerus
p.002006: clausus
p.002006: Chapter 4 Transition of University Staff
p.002006: Section 125. Officials of the Confederation Section 125.
p.002006: Permanent Federal Civil Servants
p.002006: Section 126. Federal Contract Agents Section 126.
p.002006: Federal Contractual Employees
p.002006: Section 127. Apprentices of the Confederation
p.002006: 127. Federal Apprentices
p.002006: Section 128. New admissions
p.002006: Section 128. New Entrants
p.002006: Section 129. Federal Liability
p.002006: 129. Liability of the Federal Government
p.002006: Section 130. Claims of the Federal Government towards employees Section 130. Claims of
p.002006: the Federal Government against Employees
p.002006: Section 131. Transfer of official and natural housing Section 131.
p.002006: Transfer of Rented and Rent-Free Tied Accommodation
p.002006: Section 132. Scientific (artistic) employees (in training)
p.002006: § 132. Junior Scientific and Artistic Staff
p.002006: Section 133. Persons with a special legal relationship with the Confederation Section 133. Persons with
p.002006: Special contracts with the Federal Government
p.002006: Section 134. Employees within the framework of partial legal capacity Section 134.
p.002006: Employees under restricted legal capacity
p.002006: Section 135. Representation of interests of university employees
p.002006: § 135. Representation of Interests of University Employees
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Transfer of rights and assets
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Transfer of rights and assets
p.002006: Section 136. Succession organizations
p.002006: 136. Successor Institutions
p.002006: Section 137. Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 138. Legal succession in the case of shared real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 139. Transfer of federally owned property to universities
p.002006: Section 140. Transfer of the institutions of the Universities and Universities of the Arts, which are partially legal
p.002006: standing real estate, movables and rights to the universities
p.002006: § 137. Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 138. Legal succession with respect to shared properties, buildings and rooms
p.002006: § 139. Transfer of Properties Owned by the Federal Government to the Universities
p.002006: § 140. Transfer to Universities of Properties, Movable Assets and Rights Owned by Organizational Units with
p.002006: Restricted Legal Capacity at Universities and Universities of the Arts
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p.002006: 5a. University Association section
p.002006: Section 140a. succession
p.002006: Section 140a. Legal succession
p.002006: Chapter 5a Merger of Universities
p.002006: Section 140b. Transitional provisions for the articles of association, the organizational and the development plan
p.002006: Section 140c. Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 140b. Transitional Provisions for the Statutes, the Organization Plan and the Development Plan
p.002006: Section 140c. Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: Section 140d. Transfer of personnel §
p.002006: 140d. Transition of University Staff
p.002006: Section 140e. Transitional provisions for the representation of employees' interests
p.002006: Section 140e. Transitional Provisions for the Representation of Employee Interests
p.002006: § 140f. Transitional provisions under study law § 140f.
p.002006: Transitional Provisions Pertaining to Study Law
p.002006: § 140g. and § 140h. Other provisions § 140g. and §
p.002006: 140h. Other commissions
p.002006: 6. Budget section
p.002006: § 141.
p.002006: § 141.
p.002006: 6a. section
p.002006: Future capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Chapter 6 budget
p.002006: Chapter 6a
p.002006: Future Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Section 141a. Principles (note: repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018) § 141a. [Removed]
p.002006: Section 141b. Service agreements for the period 2019 to 2021 § 141b. performance
p.002006: Agreements for the Period 2019 to 2021
p.002006: Section 141c. Implementation of capacity-oriented, student-related university funding
p.002006: Section 7 Entry into Force and Execution
p.002006: Section 141c. Implementation of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: Entry into Force and Implementation
p.002006: Section 142. References
p.002006: § 142. References
p.002006: Section 143. Entry into force and expiry of legal provisions Section 143. Entry
p.002006: into Force and Expiration of Legal Provisions
p.002006: Section 144. Enforcement
p.002006: § 144. Implementation
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p.002006: Part I.
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p.002006: subpara 1 lit a and b and subpara 2 lit a to c,
p.002006: 2. definition and data basis for the basic indicators 1 and 2 and the competition indicators according to para 4
p.002006: subpara 1 lit b and subpara 2 lit b and c and their weighting according to para 5,
p.002006: 3. Determination of the funding rates for the budget columns “teaching” as well as “research or AAA” according to para
p.002006: 6, as well as
p.002006: 4. assignment of the fields of education offered at the universities to the groups of disciplines.
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p.002006: (8) The total amount in accordance with paragraph 2 increases by that in the individual years of the respective
p.002006: Service agreement period incurred by the universities from the general increases in payments for the
p.002006: on the day before this federal law takes full effect at federal level, existing federal personnel, insofar as it is
p.002006: during this period in an employment relationship with the university or in a federal employment relationship, in a
p.002006: special legal relationship under public law as a researcher (artistic) or as
p.002006: scientific (artistic) employee (in training) (§ 132) and assigned to the university
p.002006: is. The increase must not exceed the percentage by which the estimated personnel expenses
p.002006: of the federal government have risen compared to the federal budget for the previous calendar year.
p.002006: (8) The total amount shall, in accordance with the arrangements set out in para 2, be increased by that of
p.002006: the universities ’expenditure incurred as a result of general salary increases payable in individual years of
p.002006: the current performance agreement period to federal employees present at universities on the day before the entry of
p.002006: this Act into full effect, insofar as such staff are during the periods in question employed by
p.002006: universities or under public law, or assigned to universities under special contracts as academic (artistic) staff or
p.002006: as junior academic (artistic) staff (§ 132). Such increases may not exceed the percentage by which the Federal
p.002006: Government's budgeted personnel expenses exceed the budgeted expenses for the previous calendar year.
p.002006: (9) The increase in accordance with paragraph 8 is limited to the amount that would be required if this of this provision
p.002006: University staff still recorded in a service or special public law
p.002006: Legal relationship as a scientific (artistic) employee or as a scientific
p.002006: (artistic) employee (in training) (§ 132) to the federal government.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister may up to 2% of the total amount in accordance with paragraph 2 for
p.002006: special financing requirements and to supplement service agreements in accordance with § 13
p.002006: forfeited. The retained funds must be made available to the universities in full
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (11) Revenue from third-party funds and income that universities generate from investments must be shown. she
p.002006: remain in the hands of the universities and do not reduce the amount of government grants.
p.002006: (12) The funds are allocated monthly in aliquots. The monthly allocations can be made according to the
p.002006: university requirements within the scope of the available global budgets.
p.002006: (13) The Federal Minister can in the event of impending or occurred
p.002006: The university's insolvency a restructuring concept as a binding framework for its
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p.002006: Ensure independence and impartiality towards the parties to the process.
p.002006: (4) The Arbitration Commission has the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991
p.002006: apply, unless this federal law instructs otherwise. The arbitration commission are from the
p.002006: Parties all relevant information (personal data according to Art. 4 No. 1 of the Regulation (EU)
p.002006: 2016/679 for the protection of natural persons during processing
p.002006: § 13a. (1) An arbitration committee shall be established at the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research to
p.002006: hear applications according to § 13 para 8.
p.002006: (2) The arbitration committee shall consist of a serving judge as chairperson and four lay members. The Federal
p.002006: Minister shall appoint the chairperson and a deputy chairperson to serve in the case of the chairperson’s
p.002006: indisposition, for a term of five years on the recommendation of the President of the Supreme Court of Justice. Re-
p.002006: election is permissible. Two lay members shall be delegated by the rectorate in consultation with the
p.002006: university council of the university in question, and two by the Federal Minister on request of the chairperson,
p.002006: for the duration of the current proceeding. The arbitration committee shall require the presence of all members
p.002006: for a quorum. It shall resolve by a simple majority of the votes cast; abstention is prohibited.
p.002006: (3) The lay members must hold respective positions in academic teaching or research, or university management that
p.002006: qualify them to make informed judgments on university management and finance issues. The arbitrators may not be
p.002006: employees of the federal ministry in charge of higher education matters, and may not be members, in the
p.002006: meaning of § 94, of the university concerned. They may not be members of the federal or provincial governments,
p.002006: the National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular representative body, or officers of political parties or
p.002006: persons who have exercised such functions within the past four years. They must, further, be in a position to maintain
p.002006: independence and impartiality with regard to the parties to the proceeding.
p.002006: (4) The arbitration committee shall apply the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991 to the procedure, unless
p.002006: otherwise specified by this Act. The parties shall furnish the arbitration committee with all information (personal
p.002006: data according to Art 4 No 1 of the Regualtion (EU) 2016/679 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the
p.002006: processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and
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p.002006: personal data, the free movement of data and the repeal of Directive 95/46 / EC
p.002006: [General Data Protection Regulation], OJ. No.L 119 dated 04.05.2016 p. 1, [hereinafter: GDPR] and others
p.002006: Information). If necessary, it can also appoint suitable persons as experts
p.002006: use. For the rest, the rules of procedure of the Arbitration Commission are from the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Ministers to be regulated by ordinance after hearing the chairperson. Before issuing a notice
p.002006: the arbitration commission has to conclude or amicably amend one
p.002006: Service agreement to work within a four-week period from the application.
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p.002006: council and shall be dealt with in the next meeting of the university council. The university governing bodies shall
p.002006: be obliged to provide the university council with all relevant
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p.002006: To provide information, business items and documents related to that of the University Council
p.002006: Submit designated items, conduct surveys ordered by him and carry out on-site inspections
p.002006: and have the job done. At most, this can also include personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The University Council consists of five, seven or nine members who hold responsible positions in
p.002006: society, especially science, culture or business, are or were active and based on
p.002006: Because of their excellent knowledge and experience, they contribute to achieving the goals and tasks of
p.002006: University can afford. The Senate has a say in changing the size of the University Council
p.002006: Two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the Federal Government, State Secretaries and
p.002006: State Secretaries, members of a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council or one
p.002006: other general representative body and officials of a political party and persons who do not belong
p.002006: have performed any of these functions in the past four years or have worked at the relevant university in the
p.002006: have been a member of the Rectorate for the past four years.
p.002006: (5) The members of the University Council may not include any university members in accordance with sections 125, 132 and 133
p.002006: University employees, no members or substitute members of the
p.002006: Arbitration commission of the university, no members of a supreme body of another university and none
p.002006: Members of staff responsible for university affairs
p.002006: Federal Ministry. Membership in more than one university council is not permitted.
p.002006: Business relationships between a member of the University Council and the university require the approval of
p.002006: the University Council, which may only be issued if there is no bias. Possible
p.002006: Conflicts of interest must be reported to the University Council immediately. A member of a
p.002006: University council may not have any directives or control relationships with any other member
p.002006: of the same university council.
p.002006: (6) The following five, seven or nine members belong to the University Council in accordance with paragraph 3:
p.002006: information, to submit all documents relating to matters specified by it, to undertake investigations required by it,
p.002006: and to initiate investigations in situ. This can, if need be, also include personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The university council shall consist of five, seven or nine members, who shall be past or present holders of
p.002006: responsible positions, especially in academic, cultural or business life, and whose exceptional knowledge and
p.002006: experience are such as to enable them to contribute to the attainment of the objectives and the fulfillment of the tasks
p.002006: of the university. Any change in the size of the university council shall be for resolution of the senate and shall
p.002006: require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the federal government, state secretaries, members of a provincial government, members of the
p.002006: National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular representative body, and officers of political parties or
p.002006: persons who have exercised such functions within the past four years or who were members of the rectorate at the
p.002006: respective university in the past four years shall be excluded from membership in the university council.
p.002006: (5) Members of the university council shall not be members of the university in the meaning of §§ 125, 132 and
p.002006: 133, employees of the university, members or substitute members of the arbitration board of the university,
p.002006: members of the highest university governing bodies of another university, or employees of the federal
p.002006: ministry in charge of higher education. Membership of more than one university council shall not be
p.002006: permissible. Business relations between a member of the university council and the university shall be subject
p.002006: to approval by the university council, which may only be given in the absence of a conflict of interest.
p.002006: The members shall report possible conflicts of interest immediately to the university council. A member of a
p.002006: university council shall not be in a relationship of authority or control with another member of the same university
p.002006: council.
p.002006: (6) The membership of the university council shall, pursuant to para 3, comprise five, seven or nine members, namely:
p.002006: 1. two, three or four members elected by the Senate; 1. two, three or four
p.002006: members elected by the senate;
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p.002006: 2. Two, three or four members approved by the Federal Government on the proposal of the
p.002006: Federal Minister may be appointed;
p.002006: 3. Another member who is appointed by consensus among the members named under Z 1 and 2.
p.002006: The Senate and the Federal Government have to appoint the same number of members, the appointment of the members according to Z 2
p.002006: must take place after the election of the members according to Z 1.
p.002006: 2. two, three or four members appointed by the Federal Government on the recommendation of the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. an additional member appointed by the members named in para 6 subparas 1 and 2 by mutual agreement.
p.002006: The senate and the Federal Government shall each appoint equal numbers of members.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 6a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) (6a) [removed]
p.002006: (7) If no consensual appointment of the
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p.002006: Pursuant to Section 135 (3), invitations are to be made and each has the right to participate in the meetings
p.002006: to put all items on the agenda as well as to put additional items on the agenda that are associated with the
p.002006: Exercise her function as a works council within the framework of her internal interest awareness competence
p.002006: according to the Labor Constitution Act (ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette No. 22/1974, directly in
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may, by order, dismiss a member of the university council because of severe misconduct,
p.002006: conviction of a criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment. Such dismissal shall be subject
p.002006: to consonant resolutions of the senate and rectorate, in both cases requiring a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The rectorate, the chairperson of the senate, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities and the
p.002006: chairperson of the Austrian Students ’Union at the university in question shall be entitled to a hearing on agenda
p.002006: items relating to their functions at meetings of the university council. The chairpersons of the two employee’s
p.002006: councils under § 135 para 3 shall be invited to all meetings of the university council and shall be
p.002006: entitled to participate in the meetings, to file an application for all agenda items, and to request any
p.002006: additional items to be added to the agenda that are directly related to their duties as employees' councils under the
p.002006: Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974, and that fall within the responsibility of the university council. They
p.002006: shall have the right to vote on these items, but decisions on them shall be subject to a two-thirds majority vote of
p.002006: the members present. The
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p.002006: Are related and fall within the competence of the University Council. You are at these points
p.002006: entitled to vote, whereby decisions in this regard require a two-thirds majority of those present. The
p.002006: A copy of the minutes of the meetings of the
p.002006: University Council to transmit.
p.002006: (16) The Rectorate has given the University Council the personnel and resources required to perform its tasks
p.002006: Provide material resources and the necessary rooms.
p.002006: chairpersons of the two employee’s councils shall receive a copy of the minutes of the meetings of the university
p.002006: council without delay.
p.002006: (16) The rectorate shall provide the university council with the staff and equipment as well as the premises
p.002006: necessary for the performance of its tasks.
p.002006: rector's office
p.002006: rectorate
p.002006: § 22. (1) The Rectorate heads the university and represents it externally. It has all the tasks to do
p.002006: are not assigned to another body by this federal law. His tasks include in particular:
p.002006: 1. Creation of a draft of the statutes and draft amendments to the statutes for submission to the
p.002006: Senate;
p.002006: 2. Development of a university development plan for submission to the Senate and the University Council;
p.002006: 3. Creation of an organizational plan of the university for submission to the Senate and the University Council;
p.002006: 4. Preparation of a draft of the performance agreement for submission to the University Council;
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p.002006: scientific and artistic vocational training and qualification for professional
p.002006: Activities that involve the application of scientific and artistic knowledge and methods
p.002006: require is not sufficient; when giving up a course of study or prohibiting a curriculum or
p.002006: its change and the commissioning of an expert opinion is, if possible, in agreement with the
p.002006: To produce the Senate;
p.002006: which has been commissioned by the rectorate and prepared based on internationally recognized scientific
p.002006: criteria concludes that the content of the curriculum is not sufficient regarding the scientific and artistic training
p.002006: and the qualification for professions that require the application of scientific and artistic knowledge and methods;
p.002006: discontinuing a study program or prohibiting a curriculum or changes change and commissioning an expert opinion
p.002006: shall take place in consultation with the senate, wherever possible;
p.002006: 13. establishment of an accounting and reporting system; 13. establishing an
p.002006: accounting and reporting system;
p.002006: 14. Preparation of the budget estimate for submission to the university council and budget allocation;
p.002006: 14. preparing a draft budget for submission to the university council and allocating budgets;
p.002006: 14a. Submission of the budget estimate to the Senate for information; 14a. forwarding the draft
p.002006: budget to the senate for its information:
p.002006: 15. preparation of the accounts and the knowledge balance; 15. preparing the
p.002006: financial statements and the intellectual capital report;
p.002006: 16. Issuing guidelines for empowering employees
p.002006: University employees in accordance with Section 28 (1);
p.002006: 17. the establishment of a planning and reporting system to ensure compliance with the
p.002006: Reporting obligations by the universities in accordance with the legal regulations and the requirements of
p.002006: Federal Minister of Finance with regard to the establishment of a participation and
p.002006: Financial controlling guaranteed.
p.002006: (2) All the university's facilities are subordinate to the rectorate. The Rectorate can make decisions of other organs
p.002006: with the exception of the decisions of the University Council, refer back if those decisions after
p.002006: The Rectorate's view is contrary to laws and regulations, including the Articles of Association. The
p.002006: The University Council must be informed in serious cases.
p.002006: (3) The Rectorate consists of the Rector and up to four Vice-Rectors. In the
p.002006: The composition of the rectorate must ensure that it has the appropriate competencies in the area of
p.002006: Science as well as management and administrative leadership skills. According to the organizational plan, the
p.002006: University has a medical faculty, so there is in any case a vice rector
p.002006: to be provided for the medical field, which deviates from the first sentence, the number of members of the
p.002006: Rectorate can increase accordingly. The Vice Rector
p.002006: 16. enacting regulations for the granting of authorizations to employees of the university according to § 28 para 1;
p.002006: 17. Establishing a planning and reporting system which guarantees the fulfillment of the reporting
p.002006: obligations of the universities according to the legal provisions and the directives of the Federal Minister of Finance
p.002006: on the establishment of a share and finance controlling.
p.002006: (2) The rectorate shall superintend all organizational units of the university. The rectorate may remit decisions by
p.002006: other governing bodies with the exception of the university council if in its opinion such decisions are in
p.002006: conflict with the law or decrees including the university statute. In cases of major importance, the rectorate shall
p.002006: inform the university council.
p.002006: (3) The rectorate shall consist of the rector and up to four vice-rectors. In determining the composition
p.002006: of the rectorate, care shall be taken to ensure that its members possess the necessary scientific,
p.002006: managerial and administrative capabilities. If a faculty of medicine has been established according
p.002006: to the organization plan of the university, a vice rector for the clinical department shall be appointed, which can
p.002006: mean an increase in the number of members of the rectorate, notwithstanding the first sentence. The vice rector for the
p.002006: clinical department shall also be the dean of the faculty of medicine.
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p.002006: or the vice rector for the medical field is also head of the medical faculty.
p.002006: (Note: Section 3a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) (3a) [removed]
p.002006: (4) The rector is the chairperson of the rectorate and its spokesperson
p.002006: Speaker.
p.002006: (5) The Rectorate decides by majority vote, unless otherwise stated in the rules of procedure
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p.002006: the Senate decides with a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (3) The Senate includes representatives of the university professors
p.002006: and university professors, including heads of organizational units
p.002006: with research and teaching tasks or tasks for the development and development of the arts and teaching
p.002006: art that is not a university professor, which is defined in § 94
p.002006: Paragraph 2 lines 2 and 3, the general university staff and students.
p.002006: (3a) The number of representatives of these groups is determined as follows:
p.002006: (2) The senate shall consist of eighteen or twenty-six members. Any change in the size of the senate shall be for
p.002006: resolution of the senate and shall require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (3) The senate shall consist of representatives of the professors, including heads of organizational units with
p.002006: research and teaching responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts
p.002006: and art teaching who are not university professors, the group of persons named in § 94 para 2 subparas 2 and 3, the
p.002006: non-academic university staff, and students.
p.002006: (3a) The number of representatives of these groups shall be determined as follows:
p.002006: 1. There are eighteen members of the Senate: 1. If the
p.002006: senate consists of eighteen members:
p.002006: - Nine representatives of the university professors including the
p.002006: Heads of organizational units with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
p.002006: Development and development of the arts and the teaching of art that none
p.002006: Are university professors;
p.002006: - Four representatives from the group of university lecturers
p.002006: University lecturers as well as scientific and artistic staff
p.002006: Employees in research, art and teaching, including doctors in specialist training;
p.002006: - nine representatives of the professors including heads of organizational units with research and teaching
p.002006: responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching who
p.002006: are not professors;
p.002006: - four representatives of the group of associate professors as well as the other scientific, artistic and
p.002006: teaching staff including physicians in specialists ’training;
p.002006: - Four student representatives; - four
p.002006: representatives of the students;
p.002006: - A representative of the general university staff.
p.002006: - one representative of the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: 2. Twenty-six members belong to the Senate: 2. if the senate
p.002006: consists of twenty-six members:
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p.002006: - Thirteen representatives of university professors including the
p.002006: Heads of organizational units with research and teaching tasks or development tasks
p.002006: and tapping into the arts and the teaching of art that are not university professors
p.002006: and are university professors;
p.002006: - Six representatives from the group of university lecturers
p.002006: University lecturers as well as scientific and artistic staff
p.002006: Employees in research, art and teaching, including doctors in specialist training;
p.002006: - thirteen representatives of the professors including heads of organizational units with
p.002006: research and teaching responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of
p.002006: the arts and art teaching who are not professors;
p.002006: - six representatives of the group of associate professors as well as the other scientific, artistic and teaching staff
p.002006: including physicians in specialists ’training;
p.002006: - Six student representatives; - six
p.002006: representatives of the students;
p.002006: - A representative of the general university staff.
p.002006: (4) The members and substitute members of the Senate are to be appointed as follows:
p.002006: 1. The representatives of the university professors are everyone
p.002006: University professors (§ 97) and the heads of
p.002006: Organizational units with research and teaching tasks or tasks for the development and development of the arts and
p.002006: to choose the teaching of art that is not a university professor.
p.002006: 2. The representatives of the groups mentioned in Section 94 Paragraph 2 Numbers 2 and 3 are from
p.002006: all university lecturers (Section 122 (3)) as well as scientific and
p.002006: artistic employees in research, art and teaching (§ 100) and the
p.002006: Physicians in specialist training (§ 96) to choose. At the universities according to § 6 para. 1 no
p.002006: 1 to 15, at least one person with a teaching license (venia docendi) must belong to the elected.
p.002006: 3. The representatives of the general university staff are all members of the
p.002006: general university staff to choose.
p.002006: - one representative of the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: (4) The members and substitute members of the senate shall be appointed as follows:
p.002006: 1. The representatives of the professors shall be elected by all the professors (§ 97) and heads of
p.002006: organizational units with research and teaching responsibilities or responsibilities with regard to the
p.002006: advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching who are not professors,
p.002006: 2. The representatives of the group under § 94 para 2 subparas 2 and 3 shall be elected by all associate professors (§
p.002006: 122 para 3) and the other scientific and artistic staff as well as research, artistic and teaching staff (§
p.002006: 100) and physicians in specialists' training (§ 96). At the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 15, those
p.002006: elected shall include at least one person with a habilitation degree (venia docendi).
p.002006: 3. The representatives of the non-academic university staff shall be elected by all non-academic university staff.
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p.002006: 4. The student representatives are to be sent (Section 32 (1) of the Hochschulschul- und
p.002006: University Student Act 2014 - HSG 2014, Federal Law Gazette I No. 45/2014).
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p.002006: rights and duties of other university members. not be affected.
p.002006: (3) For the use of personnel and material from the university to carry out research assignments
p.002006: or artistic work on behalf of third parties must be paid to the university in full.
p.002006: The Rectorate decides on the use of this reimbursement.
p.002006: (4) A project in accordance with paragraph 1 must be submitted to the rectorate by the project manager before the intended one
p.002006: Report takeover and implementation. It is only to be prohibited if the requirements of paragraph 2 are not met
p.002006: or there is no agreement on full reimbursement
p.002006: (5) The project manager decides on the use of the project funds. The
p.002006: Funds for projects in accordance with paragraph 1 are to be administered by the university and only on the instructions of
p.002006: To use the project manager.
p.002006: (3) The cost of the use of university staff and physical resources for research contracts or artistic projects
p.002006: commissioned by third parties shall be reimbursed to the university in full. The application of such reimbursed money
p.002006: shall be at the discretion of the rectorate.
p.002006: (4) A project in the meaning of para 1 shall be notified to the rectorate by the project leader prior to acceptance
p.002006: and implementation. The project shall not be prohibited unless the conditions set out in para 2 are not met or
p.002006: no agreement on full reimbursement of costs has been concluded.
p.002006: (5) The application of project funds shall be at the discretion of the project leader. The funds received
p.002006: for projects in the meaning of para 1 shall be administered by the university and shall only be used as instructed by
p.002006: the project leader.
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p.002006: (6) Employees on a project in accordance with Paragraph 1 are recommended by the
p.002006: University members who carry out this project against reimbursement of personnel costs in
p.002006: to take up a temporary employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: (6) Staff engaged in a project in the meaning of para 1 shall be employed by the university under limited term
p.002006: contracts on the recommendation of the university member conducting the project in return for
p.002006: reimbursement of the resultant staff costs.
p.002006: powers
p.002006: Authorizations
p.002006: § 27. (1) Each head of an organizational unit is entitled, on behalf of the
p.002006: University and related to their tasks
p.002006: 1. Raise assets and acquire rights through free legal transactions as well as donations and sponsoring;
p.002006: § 27. (1) All heads of organizational units shall be entitled, on behalf of the university and in connection with its
p.002006: tasks:
p.002006: 1. to acquire assets and rights by way of non-remunerative legal transactions as well as through donations and
p.002006: sponsorship;
p.002006: 2. receive grants from other legal entities; 2. to accept funding
p.002006: from other legal entities;
p.002006: 3. Means for carrying out scientific or artistic work as well as for investigations and
p.002006: Acquire findings on behalf of third parties and conclude related contracts,
p.002006: insofar as they serve scientific research or the development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 4. to carry out state-authorized technical testing and appraisal activities, provided that
p.002006: the university institution in question is recognized as a state-authorized testing institute;
p.002006: 5. of assets and rights, which are acquired from legal transactions in accordance with Z 1 to 4, for the fulfillment of the purposes
p.002006: to make use of the organizational unit.
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p.002006: Intended use exists for the purposes of the organizational unit that is authorized to sign
p.002006: employee
p.002006: (2) All university members (project leaders) entrusted with the fulfillment of contracts in the meaning of para 1
p.002006: subpara 3 shall be authorized to make the legal transactions required for such fulfillment and to use the funds accruing
p.002006: from such contracts. Such authorizations shall be announced in the university gazette.
p.002006: (3) The cost of the use of university staff and physical resources for third-party contracts and commissions (para 1
p.002006: subpara 3 and 4) shall be reimbursed to the university in full. The application of such reimbursed money shall
p.002006: be at the discretion of the rectorate.
p.002006: (4) Third-party funds accruing to a university as a result of activities in the meaning of para 1 shall,
p.002006: to the extent that they are not tied, be employed for the objects of the organizational unit to which the
p.002006: university’s authorized signatory is
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p.002006: or the employee authorized to sign is assigned to the university. To meet obligations of
p.002006: University on the basis of legal transactions in accordance with paragraph 1, the funds that are necessary for the
p.002006: relevant organizational unit are dedicated.
p.002006: (5) The members of the university who are entitled or authorized under paragraph 2 have the rectorate
p.002006: to report on the execution of the legal transactions concluded by them.
p.002006: § 28. (1) The Rector can determine which, taking into account the guidelines issued by the Rectorate
p.002006: University employees may conclude legal transactions on behalf of the university. This
p.002006: Authorizations can be found in the university's newsletter.
p.002006: assigned. For the fulfillment of the university’s obligations under legal transactions in the meaning of para 1, in
p.002006: the first instance funds shall be applied which are earmarked for the organizational unit concerned.
p.002006: (5) University members authorized under paras 1 or 2 shall report to the rectorate on the legal transactions
p.002006: made by them.
p.002006: § 28. (1) The rector may, having regard to the regulations enacted by the rectorate, determine which
p.002006: employees of the university may make legal transactions on its behalf. Such authorizations shall be announced in the
p.002006: university gazette.
p.002006: (2) Section 27 (4) and (5) apply mutatis mutandis. (2) Section 27
p.002006: paras 4 and 5 shall apply by analogy.
p.002006: 3rd subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 3
p.002006: Special provisions for the clinical areas of medical universities or universities where one
p.002006: Faculty of Medicine is established
p.002006: Special Provisions for the Clinical Departments of Medical Universities and Universities with a Faculty of Medicine
p.002006: organization
p.002006: organization
p.002006: Section 29. (1) The medical universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) nos. 4 to 6 or the universities at which one
p.002006: Faculty of Medicine is established, perform their research and teaching tasks in clinical
p.002006: Area also in cooperation with public hospitals.
p.002006: (2) The organizational structure of the clinical area of the Medical University
p.002006: or the medical faculty and the hospital are to be coordinated. There are also
p.002006: to establish those institutions of the medical university or the medical faculty that are to support
p.002006: the teaching and research tasks of the clinical area are required. Before creating the
p.002006: The rectorate has therefore agreed with the organizational plan for the clinical area
p.002006: To produce the institution of the hospital. The organizational plan for the clinical area requires approval
p.002006: the Federal Minister.
p.002006: (3) The medical university or the university at which a medical faculty is established
p.002006: is entitled to participate in a company that manages the operation of the hospital.
p.002006: § 29. (1) The medical university under § 6 para 1 subparas 4 to 6 or the universities at which a faculty of
p.002006: medicine has been established shall perform their clinical research and teaching tasks in cooperation with public
p.002006: hospitals.
p.002006: (2) The organizational structures of the clinical departments of medical universities or faculties of medicine
p.002006: and the attached hospitals shall be coordinated with each other. In doing so, the organizational units of
p.002006: medical universities or faculties of medicine required to support the teaching and research activities of
p.002006: clinical departments shall be determined. Prior to the preparation of the organization plan for a clinical department,
p.002006: the rectorate shall, therefore, reach agreement with the maintaining body of the attached hospital. The
p.002006: organization plan for a clinical department shall require the Federal Minister’s approval.
p.002006: (3) The medical university or the university at which a faculty of medicine has been established shall be entitled to
p.002006: acquire interests in companies charged with the operation of the attached hospitals.
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p.002006: (4) The medical university or the university at which a medical faculty is established
p.002006: has the following obligations:
p.002006: 1. It has its employees who are in medical or dental use
p.002006: with the participation in the fulfillment of the tasks of the organizational units of the clinical area
p.002006: to be commissioned as facilities of the hospital. This participation is the legal entity of this
p.002006: Hospital and not the medical university or the university where a medical faculty
p.002006: is set up to allocate. This does not result in an employment relationship with the legal entity of the hospital
p.002006: founded.
p.002006: 2. It has the necessary personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other information of all
p.002006: Organizational units on the requirements of research and teaching to determine and process the clinical
p.002006: To collect, document and evaluate additional work according to business criteria. The medical
p.002006: University or the university at which a medical faculty is established has this since January 1st, 2007
p.002006: Result of their determination of the performance of the reimbursement of costs according to § 55 of the Federal Law on
p.002006: Hospitals and Kuranstalten (KAKuG), Federal Law Gazette No. 1/1957, if not in one
p.002006: Ordinance pursuant to Section 56 KAKuG or in an agreement pursuant to Paragraph 5 another regulation is made.
p.002006: 3. It has to draw up a medium-term plan for all systems that meet all or part of the needs of
p.002006: Research and teaching serve and lead to additional costs within the meaning of § 55 KAKuG. This planning as well
p.002006: New acquisitions are made in accordance with the needs for research and teaching in compliance with the principles of
p.002006: Economy, economy and practicality as well as in coordination with the others
p.002006: To make facilities and purchases of the hospital.
p.002006: (5) The medical university or the university at which a medical faculty is established
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p.002006: to stipulate that members of the university in medical or dental use pursuant to Section 94 (1) no
p.002006: Exception of doctors in specialist training in accordance with § 94 Para. 2 No. 3, which involves
p.002006: in the fulfillment of the tasks of the organizational units of the clinical area as facilities of the
p.002006: Hospitals are commissioned to work in a calculation period of at least 26 weeks
p.002006: 30% of the normal working hours of these university members, based on the total of
p.002006: Use organizational units in the clinical area for university teaching and research.
p.002006: (6) The organizational units of a medical university or medical faculty can be opposed to
p.002006: Reimbursement of costs can also be delegated to public health tasks. The medical
p.002006: University or the university where a medical faculty is set up is not affected by
p.002006: Section 27 authorizes examinations and findings on organizational units in the non-clinical area
p.002006: to be carried out indirectly for patients insofar as they serve scientific research. at
p.002006: the university is not subject to the provisions of the KAKuG in fulfilling these tasks.
p.002006: (7) The head of the University Clinic for Dental, Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine
p.002006: University of Vienna is entitled to make contracts on behalf of the Medical University of Vienna
p.002006: complete dental services.
p.002006: (8) The performance of tasks within the framework of a public hospital and any
p.002006: Tasks in the context of health care is from autonomous provision through the medical university or through
p.002006: the university where a medical faculty is established is excluded.
p.002006: (9) The medical university or the university at which a medical faculty is established
p.002006: the employees of the legal entity of the
p.002006: Operate the hospital. In this regard, after approval by the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister through the medical university or the university at which a medical faculty
p.002006: is set up, taking into account the service agreements in accordance with § 13 with the legal entity
p.002006: to make an agreement to the hospital, in particular regarding both the suitability of the
p.002006: Staff, as well as the extent of the work in teaching and research, the necessary cost reimbursement and
p.002006: Explanations about the Rector's right to issue instructions regarding the specific tasks of the university
p.002006: entrusted
p.002006: the exception of physicians in specialists' training according to § 94 para 2 (3), who are charged with assisting in
p.002006: the fulfillment of the tasks of the organizational units of the clinical department in their functions as hospital
p.002006: units, shall use at least 30% of their normal working time within a reference period of 26 weeks, relating
p.002006: to the respective organizational units of the clinical department, for university teaching and research.
p.002006: (6) Responsibilities of the public health service may be transferred to the organizational units of a
p.002006: medical university or a faculty of medicine on a cost replacement basis. Notwithstanding § 27, the medical
p.002006: university or the university at which a faculty of medicine has been established shall be entitled to
p.002006: perform examinations and prepare reports indirectly for patients in organizational units of non-clinical departments
p.002006: as far as they serve scientific research. In the fulfillment of these tasks, the university shall not be subject to the
p.002006: KAKuG.
p.002006: (7) The director of the Vienna University Clinic of Dentistry shall be entitled to conclude contracts for the
p.002006: provision of dental services on behalf of the Medical University of Vienna.
p.002006: (8) The fulfillment of tasks on behalf of public hospitals and any duties forming part of the public health service
p.002006: are excluded from the autonomous health care provision of the universities or the universities at which a
p.002006: faculty of medicine has been established.
p.002006: (9) The medical university or the university at which a faculty of medicine has been established may, for the
p.002006: fulfillment of its tasks under para 1, call upon employees of the maintaining body of the attached hospital. for
p.002006: this purpose and upon approval by the Federal Minister, the medical university or the university at which a faculty
p.002006: of medicine has been established shall, taking the performance agreements according to § 13 into consideration,
p.002006: conclude an agreement with the maintaining body of the attached hospital pertaining to, in
p.002006: particular, the qualifications of the employees, the extent of their teaching and research activities, the required
p.002006: reimbursement of costs, and details on the rector's right to give instructions to the employees of the
p.002006: maintaining body of the attached hospital who have been entrusted with tasks of the university. The demand of
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p.002006: Includes staff of the legal entity of the hospital. The needs of the medical university
p.002006: or the university where a medical faculty is established and the qualifications of the staff
p.002006: to consider. For the work of these employees in the context of research and teaching, § 2 Z 1 to 3
p.002006: apply. The Rector will specifically entrust the staff on the basis of the
p.002006: Qualification of the person concerned in research and teaching. An employment relationship with the medical university or
p.002006: the university at which a medical faculty is established is not justified. The of the
p.002006: Rector employees of the
p.002006: Legal entities of the hospital are treated as members of the university in accordance with Section 94 (2) (2).
p.002006: Before submitting the agreement to the Federal Minister, the Senate must issue an opinion
p.002006: catch up.
p.002006: university or the university at which a faculty of medicine has been established and the employees' qualifications
p.002006: shall be taken into account. § 2 (1) to (3) shall apply to the research and teaching activities of these employees. The
p.002006: rector shall entrust these employees based on their qualifications regarding research and teaching. This shall not
p.002006: constitute a contract of employment with the medical university or the university at which a faculty of medicine
p.002006: has been established. The employees of the maintaining body of the attached hospital who the rector has entrusted
p.002006: with scientific tasks shall be accorded equal status to employees at the university according to § 94 para 2 (2).
p.002006: Before the agreement is submitted to the Federal Minister, the senate shall give its opinion.
p.002006: ethics committee
p.002006: Ethics Committee
p.002006: § 30. (1) At every medical university or at every university where there is a medical faculty
p.002006: is set up by the Senate to assess clinical trials of medicinal products and
p.002006: Medical devices, the application of new medical methods and applied medical research to people
p.002006: to set up an ethics committee.
p.002006: (2) In any case, the ethics committees have to meet the requirements of Section 8c paras. 1 to 5 and 7 KAKuG
p.002006: correspond. In deviation from Section 8c (4) KAKuG, the ethics committees have at least 50% women
p.002006: to belong (§ 20a).
p.002006: (3) The ethics committee has to give itself rules of procedure. This is the university council and the legal entity
p.002006: to inform the hospital through the Rector.
p.002006: (4) In this function, the members of the Ethics Committee are not subject to instructions from the organs of the hospital
p.002006: instructions from the organs of the university.
p.002006: § 30. (1) The senate of every medical university or every university at which a faculty of medicine has been
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p.002006: "Director".
p.002006: (5) The Gemäldegalerie and the Kupferstichkabinett are in the performance agreement and in the
p.002006: The accounts of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna must be shown separately.
p.002006: The organization of these units shall take account of their functions and their special importance.
p.002006: (2) The Art Gallery shall be established by a foundation. It shall assume the responsibilities under the § 46 of
p.002006: the Universities of the Arts Organization Act hitherto performed by the institution of the same name. It shall
p.002006: secure that selected objects from its collections are exhibited to the public by means of permanent and additional
p.002006: exhibitions.
p.002006: (3) The Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall assume the responsibilities of the institution of that name
p.002006: according to § 65 Universities of the Arts Organization Act. It shall exhibit selected objects from its collection to
p.002006: the public.
p.002006: (4) Appointments as the director of the Art Gallery or of the Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall
p.002006: be restricted to persons with relevant training and appropriate professional qualifications. The head of the
p.002006: Art Gallery shall bear the title of “Director”.
p.002006: (5) The Art Gallery and the Collection of Copperplate Engravings shall be separately presented in the
p.002006: performance agreement and financial statements of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna.
p.002006: 7th subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 7
p.002006: University Sports Institute
p.002006: University Sports Centers
p.002006: § 40. (1) At the universities according to § 6 paragraph 1 Z 1, 2, 3, 7, 10, 14 and 15 are university sports institutes
p.002006: set up for students up to two semesters after graduation and staff
p.002006: Employees of universities, universities of teacher education, technical colleges and the
p.002006: Private universities of the university location are available for sporting activities and competitions
p.002006: stand.
p.002006: (2) The university sports institutes are in the performance agreement and in the closing of accounts, as well as in the
p.002006: Show the knowledge balance of the university concerned separately.
p.002006: § 40. (1) At the universities named according to § 6 para 1 subparas 1, 2, 3, 7, 10, 14 and 15 university sports
p.002006: centers shall be established which shall be open to students up to two semesters after graduation, staff of
p.002006: universities, university colleges of teacher education, universities of applied sciences and private universities for
p.002006: sporting activities and competitions.
p.002006: (2) The university sports centers shall be separately presented in the performance agreements, the
p.002006: financial statements and the intellectual capital report of the universities concerned.
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p.002006: (3) funds from the university sports institute from the voluntary university sports, as well
p.002006: The operation of university sports facilities are for the purposes of the university sports institute
p.002006: use.
p.002006: (4) Only a person with relevant training may be the head of a university sports institute
p.002006: and appropriate professional qualifications can be ordered.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate of a university with a university sports institute may issue guidelines for admission
p.002006: of other groups in the participants of the
p.002006: University sports institute of the university at normal market prices.
p.002006: (3) Funds accruing to a university sports center from voluntary university sporting activities and the
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p.002006: from among its number.
p.002006: (3) The members of the working group on equal opportunities shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of
p.002006: their tasks (Art 81c Federal Constitutional Law). They may not be obstructed in the fulfillment of their tasks, and
p.002006: shall not be disadvantaged in their career promotion as a result of these activities.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall provide the working group on equal opportunities with information on all internal
p.002006: university matters, and shall grant it access to all documents and electronic data relating to the university’s
p.002006: personnel, knowledge of which is necessary for the exercise of its tasks. Photocopying of such documents
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
p.002006: allow. Access to the personnel files is only permitted with the consent of the data subjects.
p.002006: (5) Are expert opinions and statements prepared by the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues to prepare its decisions
p.002006: relevant experts and information may be obtained from these experts
p.002006: Experts are provided with the necessary documents. These experts are for
p.002006: Confidentiality required.
p.002006: (6) In particular, the Working Group for Equal Treatment Questions must be informed immediately:
p.002006: 1. All tender texts for filling positions and functions before the tender. The working group
p.002006: has the right to comment on the tender within two weeks of delivery;
p.002006: shall be permitted on request. Access to employees ’files shall be subject to the consent of the persons
p.002006: Concerned.
p.002006: (5) In case that the working group on equal opportunities seeks reports, opinions or information from experts as a
p.002006: basis for its decisions, such experts shall be furnished with the necessary documentation. These experts
p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
p.002006: representing religion or belief, age or sexual orientation, it is
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p.002006: member affected thereby or acting ex officio, grant an extension of four weeks, within which the body which is in delay
p.002006: must fulfill such task (substitute performance). If this period expires without action being taken, the rectorate shall
p.002006: itself perform the task in question. This shall not apply to the area of application of Section 73 General Administrative
p.002006: Procedure Act 1991.
p.002006: (2) If the senate, rectorate or rector is in delay in the meaning of para 1, the university council shall, on
p.002006: application of a university member affected thereby or acting ex officio, take action in accordance with para 1.
p.002006: (3) If the university council is in delay under para 2 or in respect of a task according to § 21 para 1,
p.002006: the Federal Minister shall him / herself make the substitute performance.
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p.002006: confidentiality
p.002006: Duty of Secrecy
p.002006: § 48. The members of collegial bodies and other university organs are confidential
p.002006: obliged (Art. 20 Para. 3 B-VG).
p.002006: § 48. Members of collegial bodies and other university bodies shall be subject to official secrecy (Art 20 para of the
p.002006: 3 Federal Constitutional Law).
p.002006: liability
p.002006: liability
p.002006: § 49. (1) The university can establish rights and obligations for itself. For liabilities that arise from this
p.002006: the federal government is not liable. The rights and duties of custody for the proper
p.002006: Maintenance, repair and prevention of damage result from the relevant legal provisions,
p.002006: unless otherwise stipulated in the rental agreement. In particular, here §§ 1319 and 1319a of the
p.002006: General Civil Code (ABGB), JGS No. 946/1811.
p.002006: (2) For those of organs or employees of the university or of other persons in the
p.002006: Commissioned by the university on the basis of this federal law in the exercise of sovereign tasks
p.002006: The federal government is always liable for culpably caused damage in accordance with the provisions of the Official Liability Act, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 20/1949. In this case, the Confederation has the person or those who have it for the claim for compensation
p.002006: considered liable to announce the dispute (§ 21 Code of Civil Procedure, RGBl. No. 113/1895). This or that can
p.002006: Join the litigation as a secondary intervener (Section 17 of the Code of Civil Procedure). The university and
p.002006: the person who caused the damage is not liable to the victim.
p.002006: (3) If the federal government has compensated the victim in accordance with paragraph 2, he is entitled to:
p.002006: In accordance with §§ 3, 5 and 6 para. 2 of the Official Liability Act by the person or those who
p.002006: she is liable for the claim for reimbursement to request reimbursement. Are in this procedure
p.002006: relieves the persons involved in the replacement from the duty of confidentiality.
p.002006: (4) For those of organs or employees of the university or of others
p.002006: People on behalf of the university are guilty of federal responsibility in the performance of governmental tasks
p.002006: These organs are liable to the federal government for directly inflicted damage in accordance with the provisions of the Organ Liability Act, Federal Law Gazette.
p.002006: No. 181/1967, with the proviso that the persons involved in the liability are bound to secrecy
p.002006: are exempt.
p.002006: § 49. (1) Universities may acquire rights and enter into obligations. The Federal Government shall not be liable for
p.002006: any liabilities arising therefrom. The rights and obligations with regard to the responsibility for the orderly
p.002006: maintenance, repair and prevention of damage shall arise from the applicable legal provisions, unless
p.002006: otherwise provided in the lease contract. In particular, sections 1319 and 1319a of the General Code of Civil
p.002006: Law, JGS No 946/1811 shall be mentioned.
p.002006: (2) The Federal Government shall be liable for any damage culpably inflicted upon any person whosoever by the
p.002006: bodies or employees of a university or other persons acting on its behalf in the fulfillment of public tasks
p.002006: under this Act, under the Public Bodies ’Liability Act, F.L.G. No 20/1949. In such cases, the Federal
p.002006: Government shall give notice of claim against that / those person (s) it holds liable for the damage (§ 21 of the
p.002006: Code of Civil Procedure, Imperial Legal Gazette No 113/1895). The aggrieved party may intervene in the
p.002006: proceedings (§ 17 of the Code of Civil Procedure). The university and that person / those persons who have caused the
p.002006: damage shall not be liable to the aggrieved party.
p.002006: (3) In case that the Federal Government indemnifies the aggrieved party in accordance with para 2, it shall
p.002006: be entitled according to §§ 3, 5 and 6 para 2 of the Liability of Public Bodies ’Act to claim damages from that
p.002006: person / those persons it holds liable for the claim. In such proceedings the defendant (s) shall be released from the
p.002006: duty of secrecy.
p.002006: (4) University bodies or employees of a university shall be liable to the Federal Government for damage directly and
p.002006: culpably inflicted on the Federal Government by themselves or university employees or other persons acting on
p.002006: behalf of the university in the performance of public duties, under the Public Organs Liability Act,
p.002006: F.L.G. No 181/1967; the defendants shall be released from their duty of secrecy.
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p.002006: legal representation
p.002006: Legal representation
p.002006: § 50. The university as well as companies whose business shares the university indirectly or
p.002006: directly holds more than 50%, are entitled to withdraw from the financial procurator according to the Prokuraturgesetz,
p.002006: StGBl. No. 172/1945, to be legally advised and represented for a fee.
p.002006: § 50. Universities and companies in which they hold direct or indirect majority interests shall be entitled to
p.002006: fee-paying legal advice and representation by the Finanzprokuratur under the Prokuratur Act, State Legal Gazette
p.002006: No 172/1945.
p.002006: Part II
p.002006: Part II
p.002006: study Regulations
p.002006: Study Law
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: definitions
p.002006: Definitions
p.002006: Section 51. (1) In the implementation of the study regulations, the universities act within the framework of the sovereign administration.
p.002006: (2) The following definitions apply within the scope of this Federal Law:
p.002006: 1. Recognized post-secondary educational institutions are the educational institutions, the studies
p.002006: to the extent of at least six semesters in which admission is general
p.002006: University entrance qualification within the meaning of this federal law or, in the case of artistic studies, proof of artistic
p.002006: Suitability and which is based on the legislation of the state in which they are based as
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p.002006: programs in Human Medicine concluded between the University of Linz and the Medical University of Graz. Section 54e shall
p.002006: apply by analogy.
p.002006: (2) The establishment of the joint bachelor's program in Human Medicine under para 1 shall, notwithstanding § 124
p.002006: para 5, not preclude the admission to the diploma program in Human Medicine at the Medical University of Graz.
p.002006: III. part
p.002006: Part III
p.002006: University members
p.002006: University members
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: classification
p.002006: Classification
p.002006: § 94. (1) Members of the university include: § 94. (1) The
p.002006: members of a university comprise:
p.002006: 1. the students (Section 51 (2) 14c); 1. the
p.002006: students (§ 51 para 2 subpara 14c);
p.002006: 2. the research fellows; 2. the research
p.002006: fellows;
p.002006: 3. (Note: repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 96/2004) 3. [removed]
p.002006: 4. the academic and artistic university staff; 4. the scientific and
p.002006: artistic university staff;
p.002006: 5. general university staff; 5. the
p.002006: non-academic university staff;
p.002006: 6. private lecturers (Section 102); 6. the
p.002006: non-tenured associate professors (Section 102);
p.002006: 7. the emeritus university professors; 7. the university professors
p.002006: emeriti;
p.002006: 8. The retired university professors. 8. the retired university
p.002006: professors.
p.002006: (2) The scientific and artistic university staff include: (2) The scientific and artistic
p.002006: university staff shall comprise:
p.002006: 1. the university professors; 1. the university
p.002006: professors;
p.002006: 2. the university lecturers as well as the scientific and
p.002006: artistic employees in research, art and teaching;
p.002006: 2. the associate professors and the scientific as well as artistic staff in research, art, and teaching;
p.002006: 3. the doctors in specialist training. 3. physicians
p.002006: in specialists ’training.
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p.002006: (3) General university staff include: (3) The
p.002006: non-academic university staff shall comprise:
p.002006: 1. the administrative staff;
p.002006: 1. the administrative staff;
p.002006: 2. the technical staff;
p.002006: 2. the technical staff;
p.002006: 3. the library staff;
p.002006: 3. the library staff;
p.002006: 4. the nursing staff; 4th
p.002006: the nursing staff;
p.002006: 5. the doctors for the exclusive fulfillment of tasks within the framework of a public hospital.
p.002006: 5. physicians exclusively engaged in public hospital duties.
p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: Research fellows and doctors in specialist training
p.002006: Research Fellows and Physicians in Specialists ’Training
p.002006: Research fellows
p.002006: Research Fellows
p.002006: Section 95. Research fellows are students or graduates
p.002006: Graduates of a doctoral program (post docs) working at the university on a scholarship
p.002006: work on a research project. By awarding the scholarship, no employment relationship with the
p.002006: University founded and an existing employment relationship not changed.
p.002006: § 95. Research fellows are doctoral students or doctoral graduates (post docs) in receipt of grants to work on a
p.002006: research project at the university. The award of a grant shall not give rise to an employment contract with the
p.002006: university or alter the beneficiary’s existing terms of employment.
p.002006: Doctors in specialist training
p.002006: Physicians in Specialists ’Training
p.002006: § 96. Doctors in training as a specialist are available for the duration of their
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p.002006: (3) University professors are followed by the rector
p.002006: Conducting an appointment procedure in accordance with
p.002006: Section 98 or Section 99 ordered.
p.002006: Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: Section 98. (1) The professional dedication of a position to be filled for an unlimited period or for more than three years
p.002006: a university professor must be specified in the development plan.
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate must publicly advertise each position at home and abroad. In the appeal process
p.002006: With their consent, scientists and artists can also
p.002006: Artists who have not applied will be included as candidates.
p.002006: (3) The university professors represented in the Senate have
p.002006: at the suggestion of the university professors of the department at least two - of which
p.002006: to appoint at least one external expert. You can do this task
p.002006: but also to the university professors of the department and the
p.002006: related area. The Rector has the right to have another
p.002006: Appoint a reviewer.
p.002006: (4) The Senate has to appoint an Appointment Commission. The university professors
p.002006: and university professors make up more than half of the members and students at least one member.
p.002006: Members of other universities or post-secondary educational institutions can also join the appointment committee
p.002006: belong.
p.002006: (5) The appointment committee has to check whether the present applications meet the
p.002006: Tender criteria meet and those applications that the
p.002006: employed by the university on a temporary or permanent basis. They shall be full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) Both Austrian and foreign researchers or artists whose scientific or artistic and professional credentials qualify
p.002006: them for the subjects related to the positions to be filled may be appointed as university professors.
p.002006: (3) University professors shall be appointed by the rector following an appointment procedure in accordance
p.002006: with §§ 98 or 99.
p.002006: Appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: § 98. (1) The subject allocation of a chair to be filled on a permanent basis or for longer than three years shall be
p.002006: specified by the development plan.
p.002006: (2) All positions shall be advertised by the rectorate in Austria and abroad. With their agreement, scientists and
p.002006: artists who have not applied may also be included as candidates in the appointment procedure.
p.002006: (3) The professorial members of the senate shall appoint at least two assessors, nominated by the university professors
p.002006: in the department in question, of whom at least one shall be external. However, they may also delegate this task to the
p.002006: university professors of the department or of a department in a related field. The rector shall have the right to
p.002006: appoint one additional assessor.
p.002006: (4) The senate shall appoint an appointment committee with decision-making power. More than half of the members shall
p.002006: be university professors, and at least one shall be a student. Members of the appointment committee can also be members
p.002006: of other universities or post-secondary educational institutions.
p.002006: (5) The appointment committee shall check whether the applications received meet the criteria stipulated in the
p.002006: advertisement and those applications which clearly
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p.002006: under § 94 para 2 subpara 1.
p.002006: (7) The procedures carried out under paras 4 and 5 shall be evaluated every five years. This evaluation shall be
p.002006: initiated by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: Section 99a. (1) The development plan may specify a number of a maximum of 5% of the positions for university professors
p.002006: according to § 98 without subject allocation for the proactive recruitment of outstanding scientific
p.002006: personalities in the international competition for the best scientists.
p.002006: (2) § 98 paras 1 to 8 shall not apply. After hearing the opinion of the university professors of the relevant field to
p.002006: which the position will be assigned, the rector shall conduct the appointment negotiations with the candidate for the
p.002006: position to be filled and conclude an employment contract which shall initially be limited to a maximum of six years.
p.002006: Detailed arrangements regarding the recruitments according to para 1 and the conditions for hearing the university
p.002006: professors shall be established by the statute.
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p.002006: (3) An unlimited extension of the appointment by the Rector is only possible after one
p.002006: Qualification examination permitted. The content of the qualification examination is the quality of the academic achievements
p.002006: and the teaching achievements of the past five years. Implementation of the
p.002006: Qualification examination has to correspond to international standards, the more detailed regulations for it in
p.002006: of the articles of association. The application for an unlimited extension can be made after the fifth year
p.002006: be put. The hearing rights pursuant to Paragraph 2 apply in the extension procedure.
p.002006: Scientific and artistic employees in research, art and teaching
p.002006: Section 100. (1) The scientific and artistic staff in research,
p.002006: Art and teaching operations must be an appropriate one for the intended use
p.002006: Have qualifications. They have in their subject to fulfill the tasks of the university in research or
p.002006: to cooperate in the development and development of the arts and in teaching. You are in an employment relationship
p.002006: to university and are full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) The university has to promote the professional further education of the employees according to paragraph 1.
p.002006: (3) The scientific and artistic staff in research, art and teaching operations consists of
p.002006: full-time and from part-time people.
p.002006: (3) An unlimited extension of the appointment by the rector shall only be permissible after a qualification
p.002006: assessment. The qualification assessment shall focus on the quality of the research performance and the teaching
p.002006: performance of the past five years. The qualification assessment shall conform to international standards.
p.002006: Detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute. The application for unlimited extension may be
p.002006: submitted after completion of the fifth year. In the extension procedure, the rights to be heard according to
p.002006: para 2 shall apply.
p.002006: Scientific and Artistic Staff in Research, Art and Teaching
p.002006: § 100. (1) The scientific and artistic staff in research, art and teaching must be appropriately qualified for the
p.002006: employment envisaged. They shall, in their subjects, be obliged to contribute to the fulfillment of the
p.002006: university’s tasks in respect of research, or the advancement and appreciation of the arts, and teaching. They
p.002006: shall be employed by the university on a full or part-time basis.
p.002006: (2) The university shall promote the professional development of staff members under para 1.
p.002006: (3) The scientific and artistic staff in research, art, and teaching is composed of internal and external faculty
p.002006: members.
p.002006: (4) Part-time persons are persons who (4) external
p.002006: faculty members are persons who
p.002006: 1. work exclusively in teaching and 1. work
p.002006: exclusively as teachers and
p.002006: 2. teach no more than four semester hours and 2. do not
p.002006: teach more than four semester hours and
p.002006: 3. demonstrably another full social security obligation based on income in the amount of
p.002006: at least 60% of the maximum contribution basis in accordance with Section 108 of the General
p.002006: Social Insurance Act - ASVG, Federal Law Gazette No. 189/1955.
p.002006: (5) Part-time teaching staff are in free employment with the university; it can be done without prior
p.002006: Have the consent of the university represented by other suitable persons.
p.002006: 3. can submit proof that they are fully covered by another compulsory social insurance resulting from income amounting
p.002006: to at least 60% of the maximum contribution basis under § 108 General Social Insurance Act, F.L.G. No
p.002006: 189/1955.
p.002006: (5) External faculty members have concluded freelance contracts with the university; they shall have the right
p.002006: to have other persons with relevant qualifications act as their substitutes without the university's prior approval.
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p.002006: (6) Section 98 ArbVG (Personal Information Right) also applies to the group of part-time people themselves
p.002006: if there is a free employment or self-employed activity.
p.002006: (6) Section 98 Labor Constitution Act (personnel information rights) shall also apply to the group of external faculty
p.002006: members, even if they work under freelance contracts or are self-employed.
p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: General university staff
p.002006: Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: § 101. (1) The members of the general university staff have those to fulfill their tasks
p.002006: have the necessary professional qualifications. You are in an employment relationship
p.002006: University and are full-time or part-time employees.
p.002006: (2) The university has to promote the professional further education of the employees according to paragraph 1.
p.002006: (3) For the library staff of all universities, uniform training from the
p.002006: Provide library, information and documentation area.
p.002006: Section 101. (1) The non-academic university staff must possess appropriate professional qualifications for
p.002006: their duties. They shall be employed by the university on a full or part-time basis.
p.002006: (2) The university shall promote the professional development of staff members under para 1.
p.002006: (3) Provision shall be made for the library staff at all universities to receive a uniform training in librarianship,
p.002006: information science and documentation.
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Lecturers, habilitation, emeritus university professors
p.002006: as well as retired university professors
p.002006: Non-Tenured Associate Professors, Habilitation, Professors Emeriti and Retired Professors
p.002006: Lecturers
p.002006: Non-tenured associate professors
p.002006: Section 102. Lecturers are persons who, on the basis of their scientific or artistic
p.002006: Qualification from the university's license to teach (venia docendi) for a scientific or artistic subject
p.002006: was awarded. In this function, you have no employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: § 102. Non-tenured associate professors are persons to whom a university awards a habilitation degree for
p.002006: a subject (venia docendi) on the basis of their academic or artistic qualification, but who are with
p.002006: regard to this function not employed by the university. but who are with regard to this function not employed by
p.002006: the university.
p.002006: Habilitation
p.002006: Habilitation
p.002006: § 103. (1) The Rectorate has the right to apply for a teaching license (venia docendi) for a whole
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p.002006: staff under § 94 para 1 subpara 4 shall be advertised internationally, at least in the EU. The application deadline
p.002006: shall be set at least three weeks after the publication of an advertisement.
p.002006: (2) A call for tenders can be waived in the following cases: (2) Advertisement of posts
p.002006: shall not be mandatory in the following cases:
p.002006: 1. When filling positions exclusively for teaching tasks and with a small number of hours
p.002006: (Teaching position) are provided, and
p.002006: 2. for positions for temporary third-party funded projects that are qualified
p.002006: Selection process has preceded if the donor's provisions do not conflict with this;
p.002006: 1. posts solely involving teaching duties, and with low teaching loads (part-time temporary lectureships);
p.002006: 2. Posts relating to limited term projects funded by third parties which have been preceded by a properly conducted
p.002006: selection procedure, provided that this does not conflict with the conditions imposed by the financier;
p.002006: 3. for positions that are filled according to § 99a. 3. Posts to
p.002006: be filled under § 99a.
p.002006: (3) Employment contracts are drawn up by the rector on a proposal or after consulting the head
p.002006: Head of the organizational unit and the immediate superior, who or the position to be filled
p.002006: is assigned to complete.
p.002006: (3) The rector shall conclude employment contracts on the recommendation of, or after consultation of the head of the
p.002006: organizational unit to which the vacant post in question is assigned, or the appointee’s immediate superior.
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p.002006: (4) Employment contracts for employees on projects in accordance with
p.002006: Section 27 (1) 3 and for employees who have earmarked funds
p.002006: of the research funding are funded by the rector on the proposal of the
p.002006: or the immediate superior to whom the position to be filled is assigned.
p.002006: (5) Employment contracts of university professors
p.002006: are from the Rector after the appointment procedure has been carried out in accordance with §§ 98 or
p.002006: 99 to complete.
p.002006: (4) Employment contracts with staff involved in a project in the meaning of § 27 para 1 subpara 3 and with staff whose
p.002006: employment is paid for by tied research funds shall be concluded by the rector on the recommendation of the appointee’s
p.002006: immediate supervisor.
p.002006: (5) Employment contracts with university professors shall be concluded by the rector following an appointment procedure
p.002006: in accordance with §§ 98 or 99.
p.002006: Legal basis of employment relationships
p.002006: Legal basis of employment
p.002006: Section 108. (1) Unless otherwise stipulated by law, the employment relationship with the university is:
p.002006: Employees Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 292/1921.
p.002006: (2) The universities together form the umbrella organization of the universities, in which the rectorate of each university
p.002006: has to send a representative. The umbrella organization adopts rules of procedure and elects
p.002006: with a majority of a chairperson.
p.002006: (3) The umbrella organization is on the employer's side for the universities belonging to it
p.002006: Collective agreement in the sense of the Labor Constitution Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 22/1974. One completed by the umbrella organization
p.002006: Collective agreement applies to the employees of the umbrella organization
p.002006: summarized universities.
p.002006: (4) The collective bargaining capacity of the umbrella association comes in relation to the collective bargaining capacity
p.002006: other employers' interest groups or professional associations.
p.002006: § 108. (1) University employment shall, unless otherwise provided for by statute, be governed by the Salaried
p.002006: Employees Act, F.L.G. No 292/1921.
p.002006: (2) The universities shall form the National University Federation, to which the rectorate of every university shall
p.002006: appoint a representative. The federation shall adopt rules of procedure and shall elect a chairperson by a simple
p.002006: majority.
p.002006: (3) The federation shall be empowered to negotiate collective contracts in the meaning of the Labor Relations Act, F.
p.002006: L.G. No 22/1974, on behalf of member universities. Collective contracts concluded by the federation shall be
p.002006: applicable to the employees of member universities.
p.002006: (4) The federation’s legal capacity to make collective contracts shall take precedence over the capacity
p.002006: of other employers ’associations or professional associations to make such contracts.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 5 repealed by Art. 17 Z 23, Federal Law Gazette I No. 31/2018) (5) [Removed]
p.002006: Special legal regulation for members of forensic medicine institutions
p.002006: Section 108a. Employees who are assigned to a facility for forensic medicine,
p.002006: have to participate in the preparation of expert opinions and findings in the judicial process.
p.002006: The client responsible for the reports and findings is the relevant investigative or
p.002006: Judicial authority.
p.002006: Special arrangements for members of units of forensic medicine
p.002006: Section 108a. Employees who are assigned to a unit of forensic medicine shall participate in the preparation of
p.002006: assessments and reports in court proceedings as part of their official duties. The contracting body shall be the
p.002006: competent investigative or judicial body.
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p.002006: Duration of employment Term
p.002006: of employment contracts
p.002006: Section 109. (1) Employment relationships can be concluded for an indefinite or specific period. Employment relationships
p.002006: if the employment contract is otherwise legally ineffective, a certain period must be limited to a maximum of six years,
p.002006: unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: (2) A repeated, immediately successive limitation is only possible for employees who are in the
p.002006: Within the framework of third-party funded projects or research projects, only in teaching
p.002006: used personnel as well as substitute staff. The total duration of such immediately consecutive
p.002006: The employment relationship of an employee may be six years, in the case of
p.002006: Part-time employment does not exceed eight years. An additional one-time extension up to
p.002006: a total of ten years, in the case of part-time employment up to a total of twelve years, is more factual
p.002006: Justification, especially for the continuation or completion of research projects and publications
p.002006: allowed.
p.002006: (3) If an employee changes to another use within the meaning of Section 100, this is without prejudice
p.002006: of paragraph 2 a one-time renewed limitation up to a total of six years, in
p.002006: In the case of part-time employment up to eight years, permissible, the time limits according to paragraphs 1, 2 and 3
p.002006: to be added accordingly. The maximum limits in paragraph 2 may not be exceeded.
p.002006: Employment times as a student employee are not taken into account.
p.002006: (4) Another use within the meaning of paragraph 3 exists in particular if the change results in a further use
p.002006: Career level (e.g. postdoc position) is reached or the change from or to a position within the framework of a
p.002006: Third-party funded or research project is carried out.
p.002006: Special legal regulations on working hours and rest periods for the scientific and artistic
p.002006: University staff
p.002006: § 110. (1) (Note: Paragraph 1 will expire on December 31, 2021) Instead of the provisions of
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p.002006: used, and for staff acting as temporary replacements. The combined duration of such successive employment contracts may
p.002006: not exceed six years, or, in case of part-time employment, eight years. An additional one-time renewal not exceeding a
p.002006: total of ten years, or twelve years if employed part-time, shall be permissible, if objectively justified, in
p.002006: particular for the continuation or completion of research projects and publications.
p.002006: (3) Notwithstanding para 3, a second limited-term contract of up to six years in total, or up to eight years in total
p.002006: for a part-time employment, shall be permissible, with the limited terms according to paras 100, 2 and 1
p.002006: being totalled, if the assignment of an employee in the meaning of § 2 changes. The upper limits under para 2 shall
p.002006: not be exceeded. Employment as student assistant shall not be taken into account.
p.002006: (4) Assignments change in the meaning of para 3 in particular when the change entails another career stage (e.g. a
p.002006: postdoc position) or the employee transfers from or to a position funded by third parties or a research project.
p.002006: Special arrangements for the Hours of Work and Rest Periods of Scientific and Artistic University Staff
p.002006: § 110. (1) (Note: Para 1 shall expire at the end of 31 December 2021.) The following provisions shall apply to
p.002006: scientific and artistic university staff instead of those of the Working Hours Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 461/1969,
p.002006: and the Rest Periods Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 144/1983. Scientific staff who are subject to the Hospital Working
p.002006: Hours Act and senior university employees entrusted with important managerial responsibilities are excluded from
p.002006: these provisions.
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p.002006: 1. the scientific staff to whom the Hospital Working Hours Act applies,
p.002006: with regard to Section 29 (5), deviating from Section 4 (4) 2 and Section 4b
p.002006: Working Hours Act in agreement with the representatives elected in accordance with § 34
p.002006: Works agreement can be allowed that the average weekly working time is 60 hours
p.002006: can, if the individual employee agrees in writing in advance
p.002006: and which exceeds the average weekly working time of 48 hours only for
p.002006: university tasks in research and teaching are devoted to normal working hours.
p.002006: 2. senior executives of the universities who have significant managerial responsibilities
p.002006: transferred independently.
p.002006: 1. the scientific staff to which the Hospital Working Hours Act shall apply. Notwithstanding § 4 para 4 subpara 2 and
p.002006: para 4b of the Hospital Working Hours Act, in consultation with the representatives elected according to
p.002006: Section 34, an employee's council agreement may permit that the average weekly working time may amount to 60 hours if the
p.002006: individual employee has given his / her written consent in advance and the times exceeding the average weekly
p.002006: working time of 48 hours are dedicated exclusively to university tasks in the field of research and teaching in
p.002006: the normal working time.
p.002006: 2. senior university employees entrusted with important managerial responsibilities.
p.002006: (2) For the purposes of this provision: (2)
p.002006: For the purposes of these provisions:
p.002006: 1. Working hours: the time from the beginning to the end of the work without the breaks and the rest periods
p.002006: includes normal working hours and overtime work;
p.002006: 2. daily working time: the working time within a continuous period of 24 hours;
p.002006: 3. Weekly working hours: the working hours within the period from Monday to Sunday inclusive;
p.002006: 1. "Hours of work" mean the time from the start to the finish of working time, apart from the rest breaks and rest
p.002006: periods, and comprise normal working time and overtime;
p.002006: 2. “Daily working time” means the hours of work within an uninterrupted period of 24 hours;
p.002006: 3. “Weekly working time” means the hours of work within the period from Monday up to and including Sunday;
p.002006: 4th night: the period between 10pm and 6am; 4. “Night” means
p.002006: the period from 10 p.m. until 6 a.m.
p.002006: 5. Night worker: an employee who
p.002006: regularly or, unless the collective agreement provides otherwise, in at least 48 nights in the
p.002006: Calendar year works at least three hours during the night.
p.002006: (2a) The weekly normal working time is 40 hours, unless otherwise stipulated by the collective agreement
p.002006: Regulations are made.
p.002006: (3) The daily working hours may not exceed 13 hours. The weekly working time may be within
p.002006: a calculation period of up to 17 weeks on average 48 hours and in each
p.002006: Weeks of the calculation period do not exceed 60 hours.
p.002006: (4) The daily working hours of night workers may
p.002006: do not exceed an average of eight hours within a calculation period of 17 weeks.
p.002006: 5. “Night workers” means workers who work at least three hours during the night either regularly or, unless
p.002006: otherwise provided for by the collective contract, at least 48 nights per calendar year.
p.002006: (2a) The normal working week is 40 hours unless otherwise provided for by the collective contract.
p.002006: (3) Daily working time may not exceed 13 hours. Weekly working time may not exceed an average of 48 hours within a
p.002006: reference period of up to 17 weeks or 60 hours in single weeks within the reference period.
p.002006: (4) The daily working time of night workers may not exceed an average of eight hours within a reference period of 17
p.002006: weeks.
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p.002006: (5) If the total duration of the working time is more than six hours, the working time is due to a break from
p.002006: to interrupt for at least 30 minutes.
p.002006: (6) After the end of the daily working hours, the employees have an uninterrupted one
p.002006: Grant a rest period of at least eleven hours.
p.002006: (7) Within a period from Monday to Sunday inclusive, the employees
p.002006: to grant an uninterrupted rest period of 36 hours. The extent of the weekly rest period can be up
p.002006: 24 hours if the employee receives one within 14 days
p.002006: average weekly rest period of 36 hours is guaranteed.
p.002006: (7a) As far as operational requirements do not conflict, Sundays and public holidays (§ 7 para. 2
p.002006: and 3 of the Rest of Work Act).
p.002006: (8) Night workers are entitled to a day job at their request
p.002006: transfer if their health is proven to be impaired by night work and transfer to
p.002006: a job with daily work is possible for operational reasons.
p.002006: (9) Night workers are entitled to free examinations of their
p.002006: Health status before starting work and afterwards at regular intervals. These examinations are
p.002006: special investigations according to § 51 of the Workers Protection Act (ASchG), Federal Law Gazette No. 450/1994.
p.002006: (10) A collective contract can reduce the uninterrupted rest period in accordance with paragraph 6 to eight hours.
p.002006: Such reductions in the rest period are within the next two weeks by correspondingly extending another
p.002006: compensate for daily or weekly rest. Furthermore, the
p.002006: Calculation period for the weekly working time according to paragraph 3 up to twelve months and for the
p.002006: weekly rest period according to paragraph 7 can be extended to two months. Deviations due to collective agreement
p.002006: are only permitted if the employees concerned have equivalent rest periods
p.002006: be granted.
p.002006: (11) Unless the offense is subject to a more severe penalty according to other regulations, the employer is from
p.002006: punish the district administrative authority with a fine of 36 euros up to 1,500 euros if
p.002006: (5) If the total duration of hours of work amounts to more than six hours, working time shall be
p.002006: interrupted by a rest break of at least 30 minutes.
p.002006: (6) After daily working time, employees shall be given an uninterrupted rest period of at least 11 hours.
p.002006: (7) Employees shall be given an uninterrupted rest period of 36 hours within the period from Monday up to and including
p.002006: Sunday. The weekly rest period may be reduced to 24 hours if an employee is assured of an average weekly rest period of
p.002006: 36 hours over a 14 day period.
p.002006: (7a) Unless precluded by operational requirements, Sundays and statutory holidays (§ 7 paras 2 and of the rest
p.002006: Periods Act) shall be kept free.
p.002006: (8) At their request, night workers shall be transferred to day jobs, if night work is demonstrably detrimental to
p.002006: their health and such transfer is operationally feasible.
p.002006: (9) Night workers shall be entitled to free health assessments prior to the commencement of their duties
p.002006: and at regular intervals thereafter. Such assessments shall be special assessments according to § 51 of the
p.002006: Employees Protection Act, F.L.G. No 450/1994.
p.002006: (10) The uninterrupted rest period according to para 6 may be reduced to eight hours by a collective contract. search
p.002006: reductions in rest periods shall be compensated by corresponding extensions of other daily or weekly rest
p.002006: periods within the succeeding two weeks. The reference period for weekly hours of work under para 3 may, further, be
p.002006: extended to 12 months, and that for weekly rest periods under para 7 to two months by a collective contract. Deviations
p.002006: from the statutory provisions by virtue of collective contracts are only permissible if the employees concerned are
p.002006: granted equivalent compensatory rest periods.
p.002006: (11) Employers shall, unless the offense is subject to a heavier penalty under other enactments, be punishable by the
p.002006: district administrative authority with a fine of between 36 € and 1,500 € if:
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p.002006: 1. Employees of the employer above the daily or maximum limits
p.002006: weekly working hours according to paragraph 3 or 4 are used,
p.002006: 2. do not grant them breaks in accordance with paragraph 5 or the daily or weekly rest period in accordance with paragraphs 6 or 7
p.002006: becomes,
p.002006: 3. the health status of night workers is not
p.002006: is examined in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9.
p.002006: Special legal regulations on rest from work for general university staff
p.002006: § 111. The general university staff, their cooperation to support and maintain
p.002006: of the teaching company or the research or art business is absolutely necessary, may during the weekend
p.002006: and holiday rest in accordance with sections 3 and 7 of the Labor Restitution Act.
p.002006: 1. employees are used beyond the limits for daily or weekly hours of work under paras 3 or 4;
p.002006: 2. they are not granted rest breaks under para 5 or daily or weekly rest periods under paras 6 or 7; or
p.002006: 3. night workers are not provided with health assessments in accordance with the provisions of para 9.
p.002006: Special arrangements for the Rest Periods of Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: § 111. Non-academic university staff whose work is essential to support and maintain teaching, research or artistic
p.002006: activities may be employed during week-end and holiday rest periods according to §§ 3 and 7 of the Rest Periods Act.
p.002006: Extended protection against dismissal and dismissal
p.002006: Protection against dismissal
p.002006: § 113. A termination or dismissal of a member of the scientific or artistic
p.002006: University staff is ineffective if the termination is due to one of her or him in research
p.002006: (Development and indexing of the arts) or teaching or method.
p.002006: § 113. The termination or dismissal of a member of the scientific and artistic university staff shall be null and void
p.002006: if an official notification has been issued as a result of an opinion or method advocated by such staff member
p.002006: in the course of his / her research, artistic or teaching activities.
p.002006: Takeover of public office
p.002006: Acceptance of public offices
p.002006: Section 114. (1) The assumption of a public office does not require approval from the university,
p.002006: must be reported to the rectorate immediately.
p.002006: (2) Is an exercise of the public office in addition to fulfilling the obligations arising from the
p.002006: The employment relationship with the university is not possible, the employee is on
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p.002006: Include consideration of location development.
p.002006: (5) The Science Council consists of twelve members from different areas of society, in particular
p.002006: of science and art by the Federal Government on the proposal of the Federal Minister
p.002006: or the Federal Minister. The Science Council reimburses the
p.002006: Federal Minister proposals for the nomination of members. Women are in
p.002006: appropriate number to be considered.
p.002006: (4) From 2004 onwards the Science Council shall submit reports on its activities at least once every three years
p.002006: to the National Council, by way of the Federal Minister. Such reports shall also include
p.002006: recommendations for the strategic alignment of the performance agreements with universities, having
p.002006: regard to the development of university locations.
p.002006: (5) The Science Council shall consist of 12 members from different spheres of society, particularly science and the
p.002006: arts, who shall be nominated by the Federal Minister and appointed by the Federal Government. The
p.002006: Science Council shall submit suggestions to the Federal Minister for the nomination of its members, having regard to
p.002006: adequate female representation.
p.002006: (6) Membership of the Science Council is excluded: (6) The following shall be
p.002006: excluded from membership of the Science Council:
p.002006: 1. Academic officials of the universities according to
p.002006: Section 6 (1), universities of teacher education according to Section 1 (1) and (2) HG and those in Austria according to Sections 23 and 24
p.002006: HS-QSG accredited universities of applied sciences, universities of applied sciences and private universities;
p.002006: 2. Employees of for universities and universities of teacher education
p.002006: responsible federal ministries and
p.002006: 3. Members of the federal government or a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council
p.002006: or any other general
p.002006: 1. officers of the universities named in § 6 para 1, of the university colleges of teacher education named in § 1 paras
p.002006: 1 and 2 HG, and of accredited Austrian universities of applied sciences, university of applied sciences programs and
p.002006: private universities under sections 23 and 24 HS-QSG;
p.002006: 2. Employees of the federal ministries in charge of the universities and university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education; and
p.002006: 3. members of the federal or provincial governments, the National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular
p.002006: representative body, and officers of
p.002006: 163 of 205
p.002006: Representative body, political party officials, and individuals performing any of these functions in the past four
p.002006: Have exercised for years.
p.002006: political parties or persons who have exercised such functions during the past four years.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 7 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) (7) [removed]
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council is to be determined by the Federal Government on the occasion of
p.002006: Order to be set at three or six years and begins with the order. A one-time reappointment is
p.002006: allowed. If a member of the Science Council leaves prematurely, the
p.002006: to withdraw a new member.
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members of the Science Council shall be determined by the Federal Government
p.002006: as either three or six years when they are appointed and shall commence with the appointment. reappointment
p.002006: shall be permissible for one term. In case of the premature termination of the service of a member of the Science
p.002006: Council, a replacement shall be appointed for the remainder of the term of office of the departing member.
p.002006: (9) Membership in the Science Council ends (9) Membership
p.002006: of the Science Council may be terminated by:
p.002006: 1. by the end of the term of office, 1.
p.002006: expiry of the term of office;
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p.002006: (Official title: Associate University Professor)
p.002006: organizational law as university lecturers in accordance with Section 94 (2) (2) of this
p.002006: Federal Law;
p.002006: 1. university professors according to § 21 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: § 22 Universities of the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be university
p.002006: professors according to § 97 of this Act;
p.002006: 2. university professors emeriti and retired university professors according to
p.002006: Section 24 University Organization Act 1993 or Section 25 Universities of the Arts Organization Act shall, for
p.002006: organizational purposes, be deemed to be university professors emeriti or retired university professors
p.002006: according to
p.002006: § 104 of this Act;
p.002006: 3. visiting professors according to § 25 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: § 26 Universities of the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be university
p.002006: professors according to § 97 of this Act;
p.002006: 4. associate professors according to § 27 para 3 University Organization Act 1993 or § 28 para 3 Universities of
p.002006: the Arts Organization Act with the title of “Associate University Professor” shall,
p.002006: for organizational purposes, be deemed to be associate professors according to
p.002006: § 94 para 2 subpara 2 of this act;
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p.002006: 5. University assistants in accordance with Section 29 UOG 1993 or Section 30 KUOG and doctors
p.002006: and doctors training to become specialists in accordance with section 33 (1) 1 UOG 1993 in conjunction with section 19
p.002006: Para. 2 no. 1 lit. f UOG 1993 (university assistants) are considered academic and organizational law
p.002006: artistic employees in research, art and teaching operations according to § 100 of this
p.002006: Federal Law;
p.002006: 6. Scientific staff in research and teaching operations according to § 32 UOG 1993 and
p.002006: Employees in art, research and teaching operations apply in accordance with § 33 KUOG
p.002006: organizationally as scientific and artistic employees in the
p.002006: Research, art and teaching operations in accordance with Section 100 of this Federal Act;
p.002006: 7. Study assistants according to § 34 UOG 1993 or
p.002006: Section 34 of the KUOG applies to academic and artistic staff under organizational law
p.002006: Research, art and teaching staff in accordance with section 100 of this Federal Act;
p.002006: 8. Lecturers according to § 30 UOG 1993 or § 31 KUOG are considered organizationally
p.002006: scientific and artistic employees in research, art and teaching
p.002006: according to § 100 of this federal law;
p.002006: 9. the scientific staff in research and teaching operations in accordance with § 19 Paragraph 2 No. 2
p.002006: UOG 1993 are, insofar as they are part of the scientific and artistic group under labor law
p.002006: Employees (in training) in accordance with Section 6 of the Federal Act on Compensation
p.002006: of scientific and artistic activities at universities and universities of the arts, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 463/1974, belong to the scientific and artistic under organizational law
p.002006: Employees in research, art and teaching operations in accordance with section 100 of this
p.002006: Equivalent to federal law;
p.002006: 10. the employees in the art, research and teaching business according to § 20 para. 2 no. 2
p.002006: KUOG are, insofar as they are part of the group of scientific and artistic employees (in
p.002006: Training) according to § 6 of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and Artistic
p.002006: Activities at universities and universities of the arts, Federal Law Gazette No. 463/1974,
p.002006: belong,
p.002006: 5. assistant professors according to § 29 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: § 30 Universities of the Arts Organization Act and physicians in specialists ’training according to § 33 para 1
p.002006: subpara 1 University Organization Act 1993 in conjunction with § 19 para 2 subpara 1 lit f University Organization
p.002006: Act 1993 (assistant professors) shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be academic or artistic staff
p.002006: engaged in research, the arts or teaching according to § 100 of this Act;
p.002006: 6. scientific staff engaged in research and teaching according to § 32 University Organization Act
p.002006: 1993 and staff engaged in the arts, research and teaching according to § 33 Universities of the Arts Organization Act
p.002006: shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be academic or artistic staff engaged in research, the arts
p.002006: or teaching according to § 100 of this Act.
p.002006: 7. teaching assistants according to § 34 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: Section 34 Universities of the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be scientific
p.002006: or artistic staff engaged in research, the arts or teaching according to § 100 of this Act;
p.002006: 8.external lecturers according to § 30 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: Section 31 Universities of the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be scientific
p.002006: or artistic staff engaged in research, the arts or teaching according to § 100 of this Act;
p.002006: 9. academic staff engaged in teaching and research according to § 19 para 2 subpara 2 University Organization Act
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p.002006: the university is free to exercise the facilities of this university for scientific or
p.002006: to use artistic work and scientific or artistic work (sections 81 to 83, section 124)
p.002006: supervise and assess. They also have the right to teach in the field
p.002006: Courses also at other universities, whose field of activity is the subject of their
p.002006: Permission to teach must be announced and held in accordance with the spatial possibilities.
p.002006: (4) The university lecturers named in paragraph 3 have
p.002006: Responsible for the following tasks:
p.002006: status to scientific or artistic staff engaged in research, the arts or teaching according to § 100 of this Act;
p.002006: 11. Physicians in specialists ’training to the extent that paragraphs 5 or 9 are not applicable to them shall, for
p.002006: organizational purposes, be deemed to be physicians in specialists ’training according to § 94 para 3 subpara 6 of
p.002006: this act;
p.002006: 12. physicians according to § 33 para 2 University Organization Act 1993 shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed
p.002006: to be non-academic university staff according to § 101 of this Act;
p.002006: 13.non-academic university staff according to § 35 University Organization Act 1993 or § 35 Universities of
p.002006: the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be non-academic university
p.002006: staff according to § 101 of this Act;
p.002006: 14. associate professors according to § 27 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: Section 28 Universities of the Arts Organization Act Who are not employed (Section 170 of the Civil Service Code 1979 or Section 55
p.002006: of the Contractual Employees Act 1948) shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be non-tenured associate
p.002006: professors according to § 102 of this Act.
p.002006: 15. Honorary professors according to § 26 University Organization Act 1993 or
p.002006: § 27 Universities of the Arts Organization Act shall, for organizational purposes, be deemed to be non-tenured
p.002006: associate professors according to
p.002006: § 102 of this Act.
p.002006: (3) Associate professors with the title of “Extraordinary University Professor”
p.002006: under para 2 subpara 4 shall be entitled to freely exercise their venia docendi for their scientific or artistic
p.002006: subject at the university which has granted it, using that university’s facilities, to use the facilities of such
p.002006: university for scientific or artistic work, and to supervise and assess academic theses or art submissions
p.002006: (Sections 81 to 83, Section 124). They shall, further, have the right to offer courses in the field covered by their venia docendi
p.002006: at other universities, the activities of which include this subject, and to hold such courses, subject to the
p.002006: availability of premises.
p.002006: (4) The associate professors referred to in para 3 shall perform the following duties in a responsible manner:
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p.002006: 1. Research activity (development and development of the arts); 1. conducting research, or
p.002006: advancing the arts and appreciation thereof;
p.002006: 2. Conducting courses, in particular compulsory courses, in
p.002006: Representation of your subject, as required, taking into account the study regulations;
p.002006: 2. course teaching in their subject, particularly of required courses, in accordance with teaching
p.002006: needs and having regard to the study regulations;
p.002006: 3. Conducting exams; Third
p.002006: examining;
p.002006: 4. supervision of students; 4th
p.002006: supervising students;
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p.002006: the arts and art teaching, the associate professors referred to in para 3 may, notwithstanding § 20 para 5,
p.002006: be entrusted with the management of such organizational unit.
p.002006: (6) In respect of election to collegial bodies, the associate professors referred to in para 3 shall form part of the
p.002006: group of persons referred to in § 94 para 2 subpara 2.
p.002006: (7) Associate professors under para 2 subpara 14 and honorary professors under para 2 subpara 15 shall be entitled to
p.002006: freely exercise their venia docendi for their scientific or artistic subject at the university which has
p.002006: granted it, using that university’s facilities, to use the facilities of such university for scientific or artistic
p.002006: work, and to supervise and assess academic theses or art submissions (§§ 81 to 83,
p.002006: § 124). They shall, further, have the right to offer courses in the field covered by their venia docendi at other
p.002006: universities, the activities of which include this subject, and to hold such courses, subject to the availability of
p.002006: premises.
p.002006: Transitional Arrangements for Appointment Committees, Habilitation Committees and Special Habilitation Committees
p.002006: § 123. Appointment committees, habilitation committees and special habilitation committees appointed
p.002006: prior to the entry of this Act into full effect and having already taken up their duties shall conduct the
p.002006: procedures in question as previously constituted and in accordance with the previous regulations.
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p.002006: To carry out procedures in their previous composition and according to the previous provisions.
p.002006: Transitional Provisions for the Establishment of a Medical Faculty Transitional Provisions for the
p.002006: Establishment of a Faculty of Medicine
p.002006: § 123a. The employees of the legal entity of a hospital specifically entrusted according to section 29 paragraph 9 penultimate sentence
p.002006: are in the first three years from the date of the institution's organizational plan
p.002006: of a medical faculty only under organizational law
p.002006: University members in accordance with section 94 (2) 2 if they are within a calculation period of 26 weeks
p.002006: at least 30% of normal working hours related to the respective organizational unit with tasks of
p.002006: university teaching and research. In exceptional cases, the rectorate may apply at the request of § 29 para. 9
p.002006: penultimate sentence specifically entrusted employees of the legal entity of a hospital in the first three
p.002006: Years from the date of the establishment of a medical facility as specified in the university's organizational plan
p.002006: Faculty to grant them the family status if this is in the university interest.
p.002006: § 123b. (1) When a medical faculty is established, the development plan has the
p.002006: appropriate positions for university professors
p.002006: to be provided in the clinical and non-clinical area according to § 98 Paragraph 1.
p.002006: (2) Before appointing experts in accordance with Section 98 (3), they have to be in the Senate
p.002006: represented university professors proposals of at least two
p.002006: University professors from at least two other faculties
p.002006: To catch up with universities. At least three external experts must be appointed.
p.002006: (3) The appointment committee has university professors from the
p.002006: Department of at least two other universities.
p.002006: (4) An appeal according to § 99 can only be made in particularly justified exceptional cases. In such
p.002006: In cases, the rector follows the university professors
p.002006: Hearing of at least two university professors in the subject area
p.002006: at least two other universities. The selection of the two university professors or
p.002006: University professors of the
p.002006: § 123a. In the first three years after the date set for the establishment of a faculty of medicine in the university's
p.002006: organization plan, the employees of the maintaining body of the attached hospital under § 29 para 9, penultimate
p.002006: sentence, who have been entrusted with university tasks shall only be accorded equal status to university
p.002006: members according to § 94 para 2 subpara 2, if they are entrusted with university teaching and research for at
p.002006: least 30% of their normal working hours within a reference period of 26 weeks, relating to the
p.002006: respective organizational unit. In exceptional cases, the rectorate may, on application of the employees
p.002006: of the maintaining body of the attached hospital under § 29 para 9, penultimate sentence, who have been entrusted with
p.002006: university tasks, accord equal status to them in the first three years after the date set for the establishment of a
p.002006: faculty of medicine in the university's organization plan, if this is in the interest of the university.
p.002006: § 123b. (1) When establishing a faculty of medicine, the development plan shall provide for the required allocation
p.002006: of positions for university professors in the clinical and non-clinical departments pursuant to § 98 para 1.
p.002006: (2) Prior to the appointment of assessors under § 98 para 3, the professorial members of the senate
p.002006: shall obtain suggestions from at least two university professors in a relevant field from at least two
p.002006: other universities. At least three external assessors shall be appointed.
p.002006: (3) The appointment committee shall consist of university professors of the field in question from at least two other
p.002006: universities.
p.002006: (4) An appointment under § 99 shall only be permissible in exceptional, justified cases. In such cases, the
p.002006: rector shall select the university professors after hearing the opinion of at least two university professors of a
p.002006: relevant field from at least two other universities. The rector shall select university professors of a relevant field
p.002006: from at least two other universities after hearing the opinion of the senate.
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p.002006: subject area of at least two other universities by the Rector after consultation
p.002006: of the Senate.
p.002006: (5) Paragraphs 2 to 4 do not apply to the specialist dedication of the position to be filled once a department has been established
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p.002006: (2) Civil servants with budgeted posts at a university or a university of the arts as of the day before the entry of
p.002006: this Act into full effect shall, from the following day (effective date) and for the duration of their service, be
p.002006: assigned to the office of that university where their duties have predominantly been performed, and shall be
p.002006: permanently assigned to such university unless transferred to another federal post.
p.002006: (3) Civil servants with other budgeted posts and assigned to service at a university shall be deemed to
p.002006: continue to be assigned to service at such university from the effective date onwards.
p.002006: (4) Civil servants with budgeted university posts who are assigned to an organizational unit of a faculty of
p.002006: medicine as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall, from the following day (effective date) and
p.002006: for the duration of their service, be assigned to the office of that medical university which is the
p.002006: successor institution of the faculty concerned, and shall be permanently assigned to such medical university unless
p.002006: transferred to another federal post.
p.002006: (5) Civil servants assigned to inter-university institutions at the time of the entry into force of this Act or
p.002006: thereafter shall, as of the day of the entry of this act into full
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p.002006: Time thereafter, apply with the effective date of this federal law on the
p.002006: University, which is the successor institution of the relevant inter-university institution than this
p.002006: University assigned as long as they are not transferred to another federal office.
p.002006: (6) Those mentioned in paragraphs 2 to 5 and in a definitive federal employment relationship
p.002006: civil servants are employees of the university in
p.002006: Equally equivalent to an unlimited employment relationship under organizational law.
p.002006: (7) The use of the civil servants in accordance with paragraphs 2 to 5 in a society at which the university
p.002006: majority participation is permitted in compliance with Art. 17 and 17a StGG.
p.002006: (8) Officials assigned to the "Office of the University ..." in accordance with paragraphs 2, 4 and 5 in one
p.002006: have a definitive employment relationship if they leave the company within three years of the reporting date
p.002006: Declare federal service with effect from the first month following the resignation after admission
p.002006: in an employment relationship with the university in question at that time for new employees
p.002006: and employee applicable regulations.
p.002006: (9) Officials assigned to the "Office of the University ..." in accordance with paras. 2, 4 and 5, who are to become
p.002006: Deadline in the provisional employment relationship (§§ 10 and 177 BDG 1979), if they are within three
p.002006: Years from their definitive position to declare their resignation from the federal service, with effect from
p.002006: the first-month right to take up employment after the resignation
p.002006: University at the time applicable for new employees
p.002006: Provisions.
p.002006: (10) The period of service with the federal government is in the cases of paragraphs 8 and
p.002006: 9 to be taken into account for all time-dependent claims. Federal claims against these employees from their
p.002006: public service relationships that have arisen up to the point of departure go with
p.002006: Establishment of an employment relationship with the university to and from the university to the federal government
p.002006: refund.
p.002006: (11) An official who enters into an employment relationship with the university has none
p.002006: Right to severance pay in accordance with § 26 and § 54 of the Salary Act 1956, Federal Law Gazette No. 54. Becomes an official
p.002006: Civil servants who pursuant to Section 21 BDG 1979 in conjunction with Section 26 (3) Salary Act 1956
p.002006: effect, be deemed to be assigned to that university which is the successor institution of the inter-university
p.002006: institution concerned unless transferred to another federal post.
p.002006: (6) Civil servants in the categories referred to in paras 2 to 5 and having permanent federal employment
p.002006: contracts shall have the same organizational rights and duties as university employees with permanent employment
p.002006: contracts.
p.002006: (7) The assignment of civil servants under paras 2 to 5 to a company in which the university holds a majority interest
p.002006: is permissible, subject to Art 17 and 17a Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals.
p.002006: (8) Civil servants under paras 2, 4 and 5 with permanent employment contracts who are assigned to a university office
p.002006: and who give note of resignation from the federal civil service within three years of the effective date
p.002006: shall be entitled to employment by the university concerned on the terms and conditions applicable to new employees
p.002006: at that time, with effect from the first day of the month after termination.
p.002006: (9) Civil servants under paras 2 to 5 who, being assigned to a university office and having provisional
p.002006: employment contracts (§§ 10 and 177 Civil Service Code 1979) as of the effective date, give notice of
p.002006: resignation from the federal civil service within three years of their permanent appointment, shall be
p.002006: entitled to employment by the university concerned on the terms and conditions applicable to new employees at that
p.002006: time, with effect from the first day of the month after termination.
p.002006: (10) In the circumstances set out in paras 8 and 9 the period of service with the Federal Government shall count
p.002006: towards all service-dependent entitlements. Claims of the Federal Government against such employees arising
p.002006: from their public employment prior to termination shall be assigned to the university concerned upon the commencement
p.002006: of employment by it, and shall be refunded by such university to the Federal Government.
p.002006: (11) A civil servant who transfers his / her employment to a university shall not be entitled to a severance payment
p.002006: according to §§ 26 and 54 of the Salaries Act 1956, F.L.G. No 54. If a civil servant who has resigned
p.002006: according to § 21 Civil Service Code 1979 in conjunction with § 26 para 3 of the Salaries Act 1956 enters
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p.002006: has left the employment relationship within six months of the termination of this
p.002006: He or she has been employed by the university in an employment relationship with the university
p.002006: received on the occasion of the termination of the previous employment relationship in accordance with § 26 Paragraph 3 Salary Act 1956
p.002006: Refund clearance.
p.002006: (12) For the "Office of the University ..." officials, the university has the entire federal government
p.002006: To replace activity expenses including incidental costs and to make a contribution towards covering pension expenses. This
p.002006: Contribution amounts to 31.8% of the active salary expenses. All cash benefits, one of which are considered as active benefits
p.002006: Pension contribution is payable. The pension contributions to be withheld by the civil servants are
p.002006: to be counted. In the event of a future change in the amount of the federal civil servants' pension contribution
p.002006: and federal officials in accordance with § 22 Salary Act 1956, the percentage of the contribution margin changes in the
p.002006: same extent. Special pension contributions and transfer amounts made as of January 1, 2004 are
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p.002006: Benefits as remuneration.
p.002006: the employment of a university within six months of termination of his / her civil service employment, he / she
p.002006: shall be obliged to remit to the university the severance payment received upon termination of the previous employment
p.002006: according to § 26 para 3 of the Salaries Act.
p.002006: (12) Universities shall reimburse to the Federal Government the entire salaries and non-salary costs incurred by it in
p.002006: respect of civil servants assigned to university offices, and shall contribute to the pension expense arising from
p.002006: their employment. Such contributions shall represent 31.8 percent of gross salary. A salary shall be deemed
p.002006: to constitute all payments in respect of which a pension contribution is to be paid. Employee pension contributions
p.002006: deducted at source shall be counted towards salary. In the case of a future change in the amount of the pension
p.002006: contributions of civil servants according to § 22 of the Salaries Act 1956, the percentage contribution shall be
p.002006: changed to the same extent. Special pension contributions and other transfer payments made after 1 January 2004 shall
p.002006: be transferred to the Federal Government in full without delay. Other payments to the Federal Government shall be due
p.002006: on the tenth day of the respective month. Amounts to be transferred under social security law upon termination of an
p.002006: employment without a pension scheme shall be borne by the university. Within the framework of the global budget, the
p.002006: Federal Government shall provide the universities with the resources required.
p.002006: (13) Civil servants at universities shall be subject to the Employees Protection Act, F.L.G. No 450/1994.
p.002006: (14) Permanent federal civil servants assigned to a unit of forensic medicine shall participate in the preparation of
p.002006: assessments and reports in court proceedings as part of their official duties. The contracting body shall be
p.002006: the competent investigative or judicial body.
p.002006: (15) If an associate professor is appointed as a university professor under §§ 97 ff at the university at which he or
p.002006: she is assigned to service, the application of Section 160 of the Civil Service Code 1979 shall be permissible. If paid leave
p.002006: is granted, benefits resulting from the appointment and exceeding the pay received shall be deemed to be remuneration.
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p.002006: Federal contract agents
p.002006: Federal Contractual Employees
p.002006: Section 126. (1) Federal officials who on the day before this takes full effect
p.002006: Federal law at the university at the expense of a position in the position areas of universities or
p.002006: Universities of the arts are in a contractual employment relationship with the following day
p.002006: (Cut-off date) Employees of the university whose tasks they are primarily concerned with
p.002006: to have.
p.002006: (2) Contract staff working at a university the day before this Federal Act takes full effect
p.002006: at the expense of a position in the position areas of universities in a contractual employment relationship
p.002006: stand and are assigned to a facility of a medical faculty will be the following day
p.002006: (Deadline) Employees of the medical university that the
p.002006: Successor institution of the medical faculty is.
p.002006: (3) Contract agents who at the time this Federal Act comes into force
p.002006: Inter-university institutions are assigned or in the period thereafter are assigned on the day of full
p.002006: This federal law comes into effect at the university, which is the successor institution of the concerned
p.002006: Inter-university institution is, employees of this university.
p.002006: (4) With regard to any time limitation of the employment relationship occurs
p.002006: no change. The university enforces the rights and obligations of the federal government towards these workers
p.002006: and workers. The Contract Agents Act 1948, Federal Law Gazette No. 86, as amended, applies
p.002006: with regard to the employees subject to him as of the reporting date as part of the employment contract
p.002006: the University. The conclusion of special contracts in accordance with Section 36 of the Contract Agents Act 1948 is no longer permitted.
p.002006: Within two years from the effective date of this federal law at the university is one
p.002006: Termination is not permitted for one of the reasons stated in section 32 (4) of the 1948 Contract Agents Act.
p.002006: (5) The employees in accordance with paragraphs 1 to 3 can work within three years after the
p.002006: The collective bargaining agreement entered into for new employees becomes effective
p.002006: declare their willingness to transition to this collective agreement. Your employment contracts are effective on
p.002006: adjust the declaration accordingly the first of the following month.
p.002006: Section 126. (1) Federal contractual employees employed at universities or universities of the arts as of the
p.002006: day before the entry of this Act into full effect at the expense of budgeted university posts shall, on the following
p.002006: day (effective date), become employees of that university where their duties have predominantly been performed.
p.002006: (2) Contractual employees employed at universities and assigned to an organizational unit of a faculty
p.002006: of medicine as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect at the expense of budgeted university posts
p.002006: shall, on the following day (effective date), become employees of the medical university which is the successor
p.002006: institution of such faculty.
p.002006: (3) Contractual employees assigned to inter-university institutions at the time of the entry into force of this Act or
p.002006: thereafter shall, as of the day of the entry of this Act into full effect, become employees of that university
p.002006: which is the successor institution of the inter-university institution concerned.
p.002006: (4) There is no change with regard to any limitation of the term of employment. The rights and duties of the Federal
p.002006: Government in respect of these employees shall pass to the universities. The Contractual Employees Act 1948, F.L.G.
p.002006: No 86, as amended, shall determine the terms and conditions of the employment contracts with universities of employees
p.002006: subject to it. The conclusion of special contracts according to § 36 of the Contractual Employees Act 1948 is no longer
p.002006: permissible. Termination of employment on any of the reasons set out in § 32 para 4 of the Contractual
p.002006: Employees Act 1948 within two years of the entry of this Act into full effect is impermissible.
p.002006: (5) New entrants to the service of universities under paras 1 to 3 may, within three years of the entry into
p.002006: effect of the collective contract applicable to them, declare their willingness to transfer to this
p.002006: collective contract. Their employment contracts shall be amended accordingly with effect from the first day of the
p.002006: month after such declaration.
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p.002006: (6) For contract assistants in an employment relationship in accordance with § 52a of the
p.002006: Contract Agents Act 1948 Section 52b of the Contract Agents Act 1948 applies with the proviso that
p.002006: the Rectorate replaces the Federal Minister (Section 52b (1) (2)).
p.002006: (7) Employees in accordance with Paragraph 6 can work within three years after the
p.002006: Effectiveness of the contract concluded for new employees
p.002006: Collective agreement, but at the earliest after the extension of the employment relationship for an indefinite period in accordance with § 52b
p.002006: of the Contract Agents Act 1948, declare their willingness to transition to this collective agreement.
p.002006: Your employment contracts are effective as of the first day of the month following the declaration
p.002006: adjust accordingly.
p.002006: (8) On the occasion of the resignation from the federal employment relationship in accordance with paragraphs 1 to 3 and the transfer in accordance with
p.002006: Paragraphs 5 or 7 are not due in accordance with § 35 of the Contract Agents Act 1948. The previous
p.002006: Employment time completed is to be taken into account for all time-dependent rights.
p.002006: (6) § 52b of the Contractual Employees Act 1948 shall apply to contract assistant professors with employment
p.002006: contracts according to § 52a of that Act, except insofar as the Federal Minister (§ 52b para 1 subpara 2) is
p.002006: substituted by the rectorate.
p.002006: (7) Employees under para 6 may, within three years of the entry into effect of the collective contract for new entrants
p.002006: to the service of universities, but not earlier than the extension of employment for an indefinite period according to
p.002006: Section 52b of the Contractual Employees Act 1948, declare their willingness to transfer to that collective
p.002006: contract. Their employment contracts shall be amended accordingly with effect from the first day of the month after
p.002006: such declaration.
p.002006: (8) Termination of federal employment under paras 1 to 3 and transfer of employment under paras 5 or 7 shall
p.002006: not give rise to any entitlement to a severance payment according to § 35 of the Contractual Employees Act 1948. The
p.002006: period of service under the former employment contract shall count towards all service-dependent
p.002006: entitlements.
p.002006: Federal apprentices
p.002006: Federal Apprentices
p.002006: Section 127. Regarding the legal status of federal apprentices, the day before this becomes fully effective
p.002006: Federal law at the university in an apprenticeship relationship according to the Vocational Training Act, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 142/1969, no change occurs after the reporting date. The university enters the
p.002006: Federal training obligation.
p.002006: § 127. There shall be no change in the legal position of federal apprentices at universities having apprenticeship
p.002006: contracts under the Vocational Training Act,
p.002006: F. L. G. No 142/1969 on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect. The Federal Government’s obligation
p.002006: to provide training shall pass to the respective university.
p.002006: Ranking
p.002006: New Entrants
p.002006: Section 128. For from the time this Federal Act takes full effect at the
p.002006: University newly admitted employees apply until one comes into force
p.002006: Collective agreement in accordance with section 108 (3) of the Contract Agents Act 1948 with the exception of sections 4, 32 and 34 as content
p.002006: of the employment contract with the university. Section 108a applies.
p.002006: § 128. The Contractual Employees Act 1948 except for §§ 4, 32 and 34 shall determine the terms and conditions of the
p.002006: employment contracts of new entrants to the service of universities between the entry of this Act into full effect and
p.002006: the entry into force of a collective contract according to § 108 para 3. § 108a shall apply.
p.002006: Federal Liability of
p.002006: the Federal Government
p.002006: Section 129. (1) In order to secure the civil rights of civil servants, which after the cut-off date in
p.002006: transfer an employment relationship to the university, and the contract staff and apprentices who work in
p.002006: if an employment or training relationship is transferred to the university, the
p.002006: § 129. (1) The Federal Government shall, as a deficiency guarantor (§ 1356 of the General Civil Code), guarantee the
p.002006: entitlements to remuneration of civil servants who transfer to employment by a university after the effective
p.002006: date, and of contractual employees and apprentices who are transferred to a university. search
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p.002006: Confederation like a guarantee of default (§ 1356 of the General Civil Code). The amount of liability is with that
p.002006: The amount is limited to the day before the civil servants leave the Federal Service
p.002006: staff members of significant salary position taking into account their
p.002006: Use at this time, plus the time worked after that date, will result in
p.002006: provided regular advancements and general salary increases.
p.002006: (2) Entitlements to severance payments and anniversary bonuses from employees in accordance with
p.002006: Paragraph 1 will be taken over by the university.
p.002006: liability shall be limited to the amount arising from the grades of such civil servants on the day before the
p.002006: termination of their federal civil service, taking into account their duties at this time, as well as their length of
p.002006: service after this time, their regular salary increments and general salary increases.
p.002006: (2) Pursuant to para 1, liability for employees ’accrued entitlements to severance payments and
p.002006: jubilee bonuses shall be assumed by universities.
p.002006: Federal claims against officials Claims of the Federal
p.002006: Government against Employees
p.002006: § 130. The demands of the university existing on the day before this federal law takes full effect
p.002006: Federal advances granted under the title and any claims for reimbursement under the Official Liability Act, Federal Law Gazette.
p.002006: No. 20/1949, Organ Liability Act, BGBl. No. 181/1967, or Employee Liability Act, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 80/1965, towards employees of the university who are employed by a civil servant in
p.002006: transfer an employment relationship to the university or from an employment relationship as a contract agent or
p.002006: Contract employees who are transferred to an employment relationship with the university go with
p.002006: the emergence of this workforce to the university and from there to the federal government
p.002006: refund.
p.002006: § 130. Any outstanding claims of the Federal Government against persons transferring from civil service or
p.002006: government contract to university employment, in respect of advances on salaries or of damages under the Liability of
p.002006: Public Bodies ’Act, F.L.G. No 20/1949, the Public Officers Liability Act, F.L.G. No 18/1967 or the Employees
p.002006: Liability Act, F.L.G. No 80/1965, as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect, shall be
p.002006: assigned to the university concerned upon the commencement of employment, and the amounts in question refunded by
p.002006: it to the Federal Government.
p.002006: Transfer of Rented and
p.002006: Rent-Free Tied Accommodation
p.002006: Section 131. Officials who switch to an employment relationship with the university and contract agents who
p.002006: are transferred to an employment relationship with the university with regard to the use of
p.002006: Treat official or natural flats as if they were federal employees. This will not
p.002006: Existence relationship based on the apartment, the provisions of
p.002006: Section 80 of the Civil Service Law 1979, BGBl. No. 333, and Sections 24a to 24c of the Salary Act 1956, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 54 continue to apply accordingly. The rights of the employer within the meaning of § 80 of the
p.002006: The Federal Minister of Civil Service Law 1979.
p.002006: § 131. With regard to rented and rent-free tied accommodation, civil servants and government contractual employees
p.002006: transferring to university employment shall be treated as though they remained federal employees. This shall not result
p.002006: in any sitting tenant’s rights to continued occupation of the accommodation; the provisions of Section 80 of the Civil
p.002006: Service Code 1979, F.L.G. No 333, and §§ 24a to 24c of the Salaries Act 1956, F.L.G. No 54, shall continue to apply
p.002006: by extension. The Federal Minister shall be responsible for exercising the employer’s rights according to § 80 of the
p.002006: Civil Service Code 1979.
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p.002006: Scientific (artistic) staff (in training)
p.002006: Section 132. (1) With regard to the legal position of scientific (artistic) staff
p.002006: and employees (in training) (Section 6 of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and
p.002006: artistic activities at universities and universities of the arts, Federal Law Gazette No. 463/1974), which took place the day before
p.002006: full effect of this federal law at the university in a training relationship with the federal government
p.002006: no change occurs after the cut-off date. From the reporting date, they are considered to be the university or the
p.002006: Medical university assigned to the successor institution of the university or the medical faculty
p.002006: whose tasks they have mainly done. The university enters into the federal training obligation
p.002006: on. The legal relationship ends from the in § 6e of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific
p.002006: and artistic activities at universities and universities of the arts
p.002006: Admission to an employment relationship with a university or a medical university.
p.002006: (2) Sections 6 to 6g and 7 of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and
p.002006: artistic activities at universities and universities of the arts, Federal Law Gazette No. 463/1974, are on the
p.002006: continue to apply until the end of their training relationship.
p.002006: Junior Scientific and Artistic Staff
p.002006: § 132. (1) There shall be no change after the effective date in the legal position of junior academic scientific and
p.002006: artistic staff (§ 6 of the Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities at Universities and Universities
p.002006: of the Arts Act, F.L.G. No 463/1974) having training contracts with the Federal Government on the day
p.002006: before the entry of this Act into full effect at the universities. As of the effective date they shall be deemed to
p.002006: be assigned to the respective university or the medical university which is the successor of the university or
p.002006: faculty of medicine where their duties have predominantly been performed. The Federal Government’s obligation to
p.002006: provide training shall pass to the respective university. The contractual relationship shall be terminated on the
p.002006: reasons named in § 6e of the Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities at Universities and Universities
p.002006: of the Arts Act or by the commencement of employment by a university or medical university.
p.002006: (2) Sections 6 to 6g and 7 of the Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities at Universities and Universities of the
p.002006: Arts Act, F.L.G. No 463/1974, shall continue to apply to the employees named in para 1 until the expiry of their
p.002006: training contracts.
p.002006: Persons with a special legal relationship to the Bund Persons with Special Contracts
p.002006: with the Federal Government
p.002006: § 133. (1) With regard to the legal relationship of persons who on the day before this becomes fully effective
p.002006: Federal law at the university in a special legal relationship with the federal government (tutors according to § 1a,
p.002006: Study assistants and demonstrators in accordance with Section 1b, lecturers in accordance with Section 1 (2) and Section 2 as well as visiting professors
p.002006: Visiting professors in accordance with § 3 of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities
p.002006: at universities and universities of the arts), there will be no change after the cut-off date. They apply from
p.002006: Key date assigned to the university or medical university, which is the successor institution of the
p.002006: University or medical faculty, whose tasks they have mainly done. The legal relationship ends
p.002006: with the passage of time.
p.002006: (2) The conclusion or extension of such a special legal relationship with the federal government by the
p.002006: University is inadmissible with effect from the key date.
p.002006: § 133. (1) There shall be no change after the effective date in the legal position of persons with special contracts
p.002006: with the Federal Government (tutors according to
p.002006: § 1a, teaching assistants and demonstrators according to § 1b, external lecturers according to § 1 para 2
p.002006: and § 2, and visiting professors according to § 3 of the Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities
p.002006: at Universities and Universities of the Arts Act). As of the effective date they shall be deemed to be assigned to the
p.002006: respective university or the medical university which is the successor of the university or faculty of
p.002006: medicine where their duties have predominantly been performed. The contracts shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: (2) The conclusion or extension of such special contracts with the Federal Government shall be impermissible
p.002006: as of the effective date.
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p.002006: (3) Sections 1, 1a, 1b, 2, 2a, 3 and 7 of the Federal Act on Compensation for Scientific and Artistic
p.002006: Activities at universities and universities of the arts are limited to the persons mentioned in paragraph 1
p.002006: continue to apply to the expiry of their special legal relationship.
p.002006: (3) Sections 1, 1a, 1b, 2, 2a, 3 and 7 of the Compensation for Scientific and Artistic Activities at Universities and
p.002006: Universities of the Arts Act shall continue to apply to the persons named in para 1 until the expiry of their special
p.002006: contracts.
p.002006: Employees within the partial legal capacity Employees
p.002006: under restricted legal capacity
p.002006: Section 134. (1) Employees who work on the day before this Federal Act takes full effect
p.002006: University is in an employment relationship with a partially legal institution of the university,
p.002006: become employees of this university on the following day (reference date). From this
p.002006: At the time, the university sets the rights and obligations of the partially legal institution of the
p.002006: University continues. An employment contract concluded within the framework of the partial legal capacity
p.002006: ends with the passage of time.
p.002006: (2) Employees who on a day before the full effect of this Federal Act
p.002006: Medical Faculty in an employment relationship with a partially legal institution of this medical
p.002006: Faculty will become medical workers on the following day (reference date)
p.002006: University, which is the successor to the Faculty of Medicine. From this point onwards
p.002006: the medical university as employer the rights and obligations of the institution with partial legal capacity
p.002006: the medical faculty. A contract concluded within the framework of the partial legal capacity
p.002006: The employment relationship ends with the passage of time.
p.002006: (3) Employees who are employed by an interuniversity institution with partial legal capacity
p.002006: stand with the day this federal law takes full effect at that university,
p.002006: which is the successor to this inter-university institution
p.002006: Employees. From this point on, this university continues as an employer
p.002006: the rights and obligations of the partially legal inter-university institution. One under the
p.002006: Partial legal capacity temporary employment ends with the passage of time.
p.002006: Representing the interests of university employees
p.002006: § 135. (1) The Labor Constitution Act, Federal Law Gazette no.
p.002006: 22/1974.
p.002006: § 134. (1) Staff employed by a university organizational unit with restricted legal capacity on the day
p.002006: before the entry of this Act into full effect shall become employees of the respective university on the following day
p.002006: (effective date). From this time on the rights and duties as an employer of the university organizational unit with
p.002006: restricted legal capacity as an employer shall pass to the university. Temporary employment contracts concluded
p.002006: under circumstances of restricted legal capacity shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: (2) Staff employed by a university organizational unit with restricted legal capacity within a faculty of
p.002006: medicine on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall, on the following day (effective date), become
p.002006: employees of the medical university which is the successor of that faculty of medicine. From this time on the rights
p.002006: and duties as an employer of the university organizational unit with restricted legal capacity within the faculty of
p.002006: medicine shall pass to the medical university. Temporary employment contracts concluded under circumstances of
p.002006: restricted legal capacity shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: (3) Staff employed by an inter-university organizational institution with restricted legal capacity
p.002006: shall become employees of the university which is the successor of that inter-university institution on the day
p.002006: when this Act enters into full effect at that university. From this time on the rights and duties as an employer of
p.002006: inter-university organizational institution with restricted legal capacity shall pass to this university. Temporary
p.002006: employment contracts concluded under circumstances of restricted legal capacity shall terminate upon expiry.
p.002006: Representation of interests of University Employees
p.002006: § 135. (1) All employees shall be subject to the Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974.
p.002006: 185 of 205
p.002006: (2) The university is a company within the meaning of Section 34 ArbVG. (2) Universities
p.002006: shall be deemed to be business establishments in the meaning
p.002006: of § 34 of the Labor Relations Act.
p.002006: (3) At each of the universities mentioned in § 6 (1) 1 to 21 there is a works council for the scientific and
p.002006: to choose artistic as well as for the general university staff according to the provisions of §§ 50 ff ArbVG. The
p.002006: Doctors in accordance with Section 94 Paragraph 3 No. 5 are on the works council for scientific and artistic
p.002006: Personnel actively and passively entitled to vote. According to § 22a of the Disabled Persons Employment Act (BEinstG), Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 92/1970, representatives of the disabled are to be chosen.
p.002006: (4) The one on the day before this Federal Act takes full effect at the universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) (1)
p.002006: to 3 and 7 to 21 department committee for university teachers remains until
p.002006: Expiry of the functional period still running on the key date. As of the cut-off date, the existing
p.002006: Department committee for the university teachers the function of the works council for the scientific and
p.002006: artistic staff within the meaning of the Labor Constitution Act.
p.002006: (5) The date on the day before this Federal Act takes full effect at the universities in accordance with Section 6 (1) (1)
p.002006: to 3 and 7 to 21 staff committee set up for staff other than that
p.002006: University lecturers will remain in force until the end of the term of office still in effect on the key date. From the cut-off date
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p.002006: the full effect of this federal law also the function of the corresponding agency committee
p.002006: at the medical university of the same location.
p.002006: (7) The existing staff representative bodies have before the end of their term of office for timely
p.002006: To ensure that tenders for works council elections.
p.002006: (8) The provisions of the Labor Constitution Act also apply to universities
p.002006: following requirement:
p.002006: (3) Pursuant to the provisions of §§ 1 ff of the Labor Relations Act, employee’s councils shall be elected by the
p.002006: scientific and artistic staff and the non-academic university staff, respectively, at each of the
p.002006: universities named in § 1 para 21 subparas 50 to 6. The physicians according to § 94 para 3 subpara 5 shall be
p.002006: eligible to vote for and be elected to the employee’s council for the scientific and artistic staff. Pursuant to
p.002006: § 22a of the Disabled Persons Employment Act, F.L.G. No 92/1970, representatives of disabled people
p.002006: shall be elected.
p.002006: (4) The employment committees for university teachers at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 3
p.002006: and 7 to 21 in office on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall continue to serve until the expiry
p.002006: of their terms of office unless these expire on the effective date. As of the effective date existing
p.002006: employment committees for university teachers shall assume the functions of employee’s councils under Labor
p.002006: Relations Act for the scientific and artistic staff.
p.002006: (5) The employment committees for employees other than university teachers at the universities named in § 6 para 1
p.002006: subparas 1 to 3 and 7 to 21 in office on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall continue to serve
p.002006: until the expiry of their terms of office unless these expire on the effective date. As of the effective date existing
p.002006: employment committees for employees other than university teachers shall assume the functions of employee’s councils
p.002006: under the Labor Relations Act for the non-academic university staff.
p.002006: (6) Upon the entry of this Act into full effect the employment committees for university teachers and for
p.002006: employees other than university teachers at the universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 1 to 3 shall also
p.002006: assume the functions of the corresponding employment committees at the medical universities at the same sites.
p.002006: (7) The existing personnel representation bodies shall secure that employee’s council elections are called up in a
p.002006: timely manner, before expiry of their term of office.
p.002006: (8) Otherwise, the provisions of the Labor Relations Act shall apply to the universities, subject to the following:
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p.002006: 1. There is no division into workers 'and employees' works councils.
p.002006: 2. For the officials assigned to the service, the works council also has the function of
p.002006: Departmental Committee within the meaning of Section 9 of the Federal Personnel Representation Act, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 133/1967. The officials assigned to the university belong to it
p.002006: beyond the scope of the responsible central committee at
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (9) The Central Committee for University Teachers and the
p.002006: Central committee for the staff except the university teachers remain until the end of the day
p.002006: prior to the effective date of this federal law,
p.002006: Section 23 (2) lit. a and c of the Federal Personnel Representation Act are not applicable.
p.002006: 1. No distinction shall be made between employee’s councils for workers and employees.
p.002006: 2. For civil servants assigned to a university, the employee’s council shall also fulfill the function of the
p.002006: employment committee according to § 9 of the Federal Employees Representation Act, F.L.G. No
p.002006: 133/1967. Civil servants assigned to universities shall also continue to be represented by the central employment
p.002006: committee responsible for them at the Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
p.002006: (9) The central employment committees for university teachers and for employees other than university
p.002006: teachers at the federal ministry shall remain in existence until the end of its term of office, which shall
p.002006: expire on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect; Section 23 para 2 lit a and c of the Federal Employee
p.002006: Representation Act shall not apply.
p.002006: Section 5
p.002006: Chapter 5
p.002006: Transfer of Rights and Assets Transfer of Rights
p.002006: and assets
p.002006: Downstream equipment
p.002006: Successor Institutions
p.002006: Section 136. (1) The universities listed in Section 6 lines 1 to 3 become effective when they become fully effective
p.002006: Federal law at the university universal legal successors of the respective university of the same name
p.002006: (including their organizational units with partial legal capacity) according to § 5 UOG 1993. These
p.002006: Universities are on the one hand in their successor university of the same name and on the other in
p.002006: split up the Medical University.
p.002006: (2) The medical universities listed in § 6 Z 4 to 6 are Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck
p.002006: General law successors of the medical faculty (including their partial legal capacity
p.002006: Organizational units) of the university of the respective location.
p.002006: (3) The universities listed in section 6 lines 7 to 21 are
p.002006: Universal legal successors of the respective university of the same name (including their
p.002006: organizational units with partial legal capacity) according to § 5 UOG 1993 or University of the Arts (including
p.002006: their organizational units with partial legal capacity) according to § 6 Z 1 to 6 KUOG.
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p.002006: in the university gazettes of the universities involved.
p.002006: (2) No later than three years after the merger according to § 6 paras 3 to 6 has entered into full effect, the
p.002006: competent bodies of the university that is the legal successor shall adopt a statute, a development plan, and
p.002006: an organization plan and publish it in the university gazette. The preliminary common statute under para 1 as well as
p.002006: the preliminary organization plan and development plan under § 6 para 5 (3) shall remain in force until then.
p.002006: Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: Section 140c. (1) The tenancy rights attached to properties, buildings and rooms rented by the universities
p.002006: involved shall pass by universal succession to the university that is the legal successor on the day the merger
p.002006: enters into full effect (effective date); the legal implications of §§ 12a and 46a of the Rent Act shall be excluded.
p.002006: (2) As of the effective date referred to in para 1, the university that is the legal successor shall also enter into
p.002006: existing leasehold agreements or loan agreements as the lessor or loaner instead of the universities involved.
p.002006: Transfer of staff
p.002006: Transition of University Staff
p.002006: Section 140d. (1) Officials who, on the day before the association takes effect, in accordance with Section 6 (3) to (6)
p.002006: participating universities in the sense of
p.002006: Paragraph 125 (2) belong to the Office of the. From the day following that date for the duration of the position
p.002006: successor university and are assigned to this university for permanent service as long as they
p.002006: not be transferred to another federal agency.
p.002006: (2) The association applies to the employees of the participating universities
p.002006: in accordance with § 6 Paragraphs 3 to 6 as a transfer of operations in accordance with § 3 of the Labor Contract Law Adjustment Act - AVRAG,
p.002006: Federal Law Gazette No. 459/1993. AVRAG and those relating to the transfer of operations are related to these
p.002006: Provisions of the labor constitution (Arbeitsverfassungsgesetz - ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette no.
p.002006: 22/1974. To those of these employees who, in accordance with section 126 (1) in a
p.002006: Employment relationship was transferred to one of the participating universities and the day before the cut-off date
p.002006: the effectiveness of the union one
p.002006: Section 140d. (1) Permanent civil servants who are members of the universities involved within the meaning of
p.002006: § 125 para 2, as of the day before the merger according to § 6 paras 3 to 6 enters into full effect, shall be
p.002006: assigned to the office of the university that is the legal successor from the following day and for the duration of
p.002006: their service and shall be permanently assigned to this university, unless transferred to another federal
p.002006: post Office.
p.002006: (2) For the employees of the universities involved, the merger according to § 6 paras 3 to 6 shall be deemed to
p.002006: be a transfer of business according to § 3 of the Employment Contract Law Adaptation Act (AVRAG), F. L.
p.002006: G. No 459/1993. To them, the Employment Contract Law Adaptation Act as well as the provisions pertaining
p.002006: to the transfer of business under the Labor Relations Act (ArbVG),
p.002006: F. L. G. No 22/1974, shall apply. § 126 para 126 shall continue to apply to those employees whose contracts
p.002006: of employment have been converted into contracts of employment with one of the universities involved according to § 4
p.002006: para 108 and who are not subject to a collective contract according to § 1 on the day before the effective date of the
p.002006: merger.
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p.002006: Section 126 (4) shall continue to apply if the collective agreement is not subject to Section 108.
p.002006: (3) A teaching license granted to a participating university (§ 103) applies from the time the
p.002006: Association according to § 6 Paragraphs 3 to 6 as a teaching license conferred by the successor university.
p.002006: Transitional provisions for the representation of employees' interests
p.002006: Section 140e. (1) From the time the association takes effect according to
p.002006: Section 6 subsections 3 to 6 form a works council in accordance with section 135 subsection 3 of the participating universities
p.002006: Works Council. The works councils are no longer than one year after the association becomes effective in accordance with § 6
p.002006: 3 to 6 to be newly elected. The works council's term of office ends when the newly elected are constituted
p.002006: Works Councils.
p.002006: (2) Regarding the company agreements of the participating universities
p.002006: Section 31 (7) ArbVG.
p.002006: (3) A habilitation degree (§ 103) awarded by a university involved shall, as of the day when the merger according
p.002006: to § 6 paras 3 to 6 enters into full effect, be deemed to be a habilitation degree awarded by the
p.002006: university that is the legal successor.
p.002006: Transitional Provisions for the Representation of Employee Interests
p.002006: Section 140e. (1) As of the day when the merger according to § 6 paras 3 to 6 enters into full effect, the employees'
p.002006: councils according to § 135 para 3 of the universities involved shall establish an employees' council each. The
p.002006: employees' councils shall be re-elected no later than one year after the merger according to § 6 paras 3 to 6 enters
p.002006: into full effect. The term of office of the employees 'councils shall end when the newly elected employees' councils
p.002006: constitute themselves.
p.002006: (2) § 31 para 7 of the Labor Relations Act shall apply to the employees' council agreements of the universities
p.002006: Involved.
p.002006: Transitional study law provisions
p.002006: Provisions Pertaining to Study Law
p.002006: § 140f. The diploma, bachelor, master and
p.002006: Doctoral studies are deemed to take place after the association becomes effective in accordance with § 6 Paragraphs 3 to 6
p.002006: successor university established. On these studies, the respective curricula in the at the time of
p.002006: The effective version of the association will continue to apply, and these study plans may be used in accordance with Section 25 (1)
p.002006: Z 10 can also be modified. Graduates of these studies are those
p.002006: to award academic degrees at the time the association becomes effective for the respective
p.002006: Studies are provided. Sections 80 to 80b UniStG apply mutatis mutandis. Instead of existing studies according to §
p.002006: 54 (1) Bachelor's and Master's programs have been set up, the curricula include Section 80 (2) and Section 80a (2)
p.002006: UniStG to provide appropriate transitional provisions.
p.002006: § 140f. The diploma, bachelor, master, and doctoral programs established at the universities involved shall be deemed
p.002006: to be established at the university that is the legal successor of the university after the merger under § 6
p.002006: paras 3 to 6 has entered into full effect. The curricula in force when the merger enters into full effect shall
p.002006: continue to apply to these programs, and these curricula may also be modified according to § 25 para 1
p.002006: (10). Graduates of these programs shall be awarded those academic degrees that are designated for the
p.002006: respective programs when the merger enters into full effect. § 80 to § 80b University Studies Act shall apply by
p.002006: analogy. If bachelor's and master's programs are established instead of existing programs according to § 54
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p.002006: § 11. University Report
p.002006: 2nd subsection
p.002006: Financing, performance agreement and quality assurance
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 2
p.002006: Financing, performance agreement and quality assurance
p.002006: § 12. University funding from federal funds § 12.
p.002006: Federal Funding of Universities
p.002006: § 12a. Definition of the global budgets of the universities § 12a.
p.002006: Determining the Universities Global Budgets
p.002006: § 12b. Austrian University Development Plan § 12b. Austrian
p.002006: National Development Plan for Public Universities
p.002006: § 13. Service agreement §
p.002006: 13. Performance Agreement
p.002006: § 13a. Arbitration commission §
p.002006: 13a. Arbitration Committee
p.002006: § 13b. development plan
p.002006: § 13b. Development plan
p.002006: § 14. Evaluation and quality assurance § 14.
p.002006: Evaluation and Quality Assurance
p.002006: 3. Subsection of management and accounting
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 3
p.002006: Financial management and accounting
p.002006: § 15. Behavior
p.002006: § 15. Financial management
p.002006: § 16. Accounting and reports § 16.
p.002006: Accounting and reporting
p.002006: Section 17. Use of services Section 17.
p.002006: Use of External Services
p.002006: 4 of 205
p.002006: § 18. Commercial and tax law status of universities § 18. Trade and
p.002006: Tax Law Position of the Universities
p.002006: Section 2
p.002006: Management and internal structure of the university
p.002006: 1. Subsection provisions for all universities
p.002006: Chapter 2
p.002006: University Governance and Internal Structures
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 1
p.002006: Provisions Applicable to all Universities
p.002006: § 19. Statutes
p.002006: § 19. Statutes
p.002006: Section 20. Management and internal organization Section 20.
p.002006: Management and Internal Organization
p.002006: Section 20a. Gender-appropriate composition of collegial bodies § 20a. Gender-Balanced
p.002006: Composition of Collegial Bodies
p.002006: Section 20b Plan for the Promotion of Women and Equal Opportunities Section 20b
p.002006: Career Advancement Plan for Women and Equal Opportunities Plan
p.002006: § 21. University Council
p.002006: § 21. University Council
p.002006: § 22. Rectorate
p.002006: § 22. Rectorate
p.002006: § 23. Rector
p.002006: § 23. Rector
p.002006: § 23a. Finding commission §
p.002006: 23a. Search Committee
p.002006: § 23b. Reappointment of the Rector § 23b.
p.002006: Reappointment of the Rector
p.002006: Section 24. Vice-Rectors Section 24.
p.002006: Vice-Rector
p.002006: Section 25. Senate
p.002006: Section 25. Senates
p.002006: 2. Subsection research funding, contract research and powers of attorney
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 2
p.002006: Research Promotion, Commissioned Research and Authorizations
p.002006: Section 26. Research funding and contract research Section 26.
p.002006: Research Promotion and Commissioned Research
p.002006: § 27. Powers of attorney
p.002006: § 27. Authorizations
p.002006: § 28.
p.002006: § 28.
p.002006: 3rd subsection
p.002006: Special provisions for the clinical areas of medical universities or universities where one
p.002006: Faculty of Medicine is established
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 3
p.002006: Special Provisions for the Clinical Departments of Medical universities and Universities with a Faculty of Medicine
p.002006: Section 29. Organization
p.002006: Section 29. Organization
p.002006: § 30. Ethics Committee
p.002006: § 30. Ethics Committee
p.002006: (Note: Section 30a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 31/2018)
p.002006: Section 31. Structure of the clinical area Section 31.
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p.002006: Section 35a. Clinical practical year §
p.002006: 35a. Clinical Internship Year
p.002006: (Note: § 35b. Dental-clinical internship) (Note: § 35b.
p.002006: Dental Clinical Internship)
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p.002006: 4. subsection
p.002006: Special provisions for the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 4
p.002006: Special Provisions for the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
p.002006: Section 36. Animal Hospital
p.002006: Section 36. Veterinary Hospital
p.002006: Section 37. Veterinary teaching institutes and organizational unit for wildlife and ecology
p.002006: 5th subsection
p.002006: Special provisions for Catholic and Evangelical theology
p.002006: § 37. Veterinary Teaching Institutes and the Organizational Unit for Wildlife Ecology
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 5
p.002006: Special Provisions for Catholic and Protestant Theology
p.002006: § 38.
p.002006: § 38.
p.002006: 6. subsection
p.002006: Special provisions for the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 6
p.002006: Special Provisions for the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna
p.002006: § 39. Gemäldegalerie and Kupferstichkabinett § 39.
p.002006: Art Gallery and Collection of Copperplate Engravings
p.002006: 7. Subsection Special Provisions for University Sports
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 7
p.002006: Special Provisions for University Sports
p.002006: Section 40. University Sports Institutes Section
p.002006: 40th University Sports Centers
p.002006: 8. Subsection Special Provisions for the University of Vienna
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 8
p.002006: Special Provisions for the University of Vienna
p.002006: Section 40a. Institute for Austrian History Research § 40a.
p.002006: Austrian Institute of Historical Research
p.002006: Section 3 equality between women and men
p.002006: Chapter 3 Gender Equality
p.002006: Section 41
p.002006: Section 41. Duty of Career Advancement for Women
p.002006: Section 42. Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Section 42.
p.002006: Working Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 43. Arbitration Commission
p.002006: 43. Arbitration Board
p.002006: Section 44. Application of the Federal Equal Treatment Act section 44.
p.002006: Application of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act
p.002006: Section 4 procedure
p.002006: Section 45. Supervision
p.002006: Section 45. Supervision
p.002006: Section 46. Procedures in administrative matters Section 46.
p.002006: Official Procedure
p.002006: Section 47 Default of organs
p.002006: 47. Dilatoriness of Bodies
p.002006: Section 48. Confidentiality Section
p.002006: 48th Duty of Secrecy
p.002006: § 49. Liability
p.002006: Section 49. Liability
p.002006: § 50. Legal representation
p.002006: § 50. Legal representation
p.002006: Chapter 4 Procedures
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p.002006: II. Part of study law
p.002006: Section 1 General Provisions
p.002006: § 51. Definitions §
p.002006: 51. Definitions
p.002006: Part II Study Law
p.002006: Chapter 1 General Provisions
p.002006: Section 52. Classification of the academic year
p.002006: 52. Structure of the Academic Year
p.002006: Section 53. Storage of university-specific data Section 53.
p.002006: Storage of University-Specific Data
p.002006: Section 2 studies
p.002006: § 54. Ordinary studies
p.002006: Section 54. Degree programs
p.002006: Chapter 2 Study Programs
p.002006: Section 54a. Extension studies §
p.002006: 54a. Extension programs
p.002006: Section 54b. Extension studies for the extension of teacher training programs § 54b. extension
p.002006: Programs for Teacher Training Programs
p.002006: Section 54c. Extension studies for graduates of six semester teacher training programs
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p.002006: § 142. References
p.002006: Section 143. Entry into force and expiry of legal provisions Section 143. Entry
p.002006: into Force and Expiration of Legal Provisions
p.002006: Section 144. Enforcement
p.002006: § 144. Implementation
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p.002006: Part I.
p.002006: Part I
p.002006: organization law
p.002006: Organizational Law
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: 1. subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 1
p.002006: Principles, tasks and scope Principles, Responsibilities and
p.002006: Scope of application
p.002006: aims
p.002006: Objectives
p.002006: § 1. (1) The universities are called, scientific research and teaching, development and development
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as the teaching of art and thereby responsible for solving the
p.002006: Human problems and the prosperous development of society and the natural environment
p.002006: contribute. Universities are educational institutions under public law that are active in research and in
p.002006: research-led academic teaching on the production of new scientific knowledge as well as on the
p.002006: Tapping new entrances to the arts. In the joint work of teachers and
p.002006: In an enlightened knowledge society, the pursuit of education and autonomy of the
p.002006: Individual accomplished through science. The funding of young scientists goes along
p.002006: the development of skills and qualifications in both the scientific and artistic fields
p.002006: Content as well as in the area of methodological skills with the aim of coping with social
p.002006: Contribute to challenges in a changing humane and gender-sensitive society. To the
p.002006: to take into account constantly changing requirements in terms of organization, study and personnel law,
p.002006: The universities and their organs are constituted with the greatest possible autonomy and self-government.
p.002006: (2) As far as this federal law does not contain any deviating provisions, the 1st and 2nd section of the
p.002006: Research Organization Act (FOG), Federal Law Gazette No. 341/1981, also apply in the scope of this federal law.
p.002006: § 1. (1) The mission of the universities is to serve academic research and teaching, and the advancement,
p.002006: appreciation and teaching of the arts, and thereby to contribute to the personal development of the individual, and to
p.002006: the welfare of society and the environment. Universities are public educational institutions which, in their research
p.002006: and research-based teaching, are directed towards the advancement of knowledge and the development of new
p.002006: approaches to the arts. Through the common efforts of teachers and students, working in an enlightened knowledge
p.002006: society, they assist individuals in their striving for the education and autonomy through science. They promote the
p.002006: advancement of junior academics, which goes hand in hand with the acquisition of scientific and artistic
p.002006: abilities and qualifications, and methodological skills, with the goal of helping a society in transition to
p.002006: master the challenges it faces in a humane and gender-equal fashion. To enable them to respond to the constantly
p.002006: changing demands made on them in terms of organization, study laws and employment laws, the universities and
p.002006: their governing bodies shall constitute themselves under conditions of the greatest possible autonomy and self-
p.002006: administration.
p.002006: (2) Unless otherwise provided for in this Federal Act, Chapters 1 and 2 of the Research Organization Act (FOG), F. L.
p.002006: G. No 341/1981, shall also apply to the area of application of this Act.
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p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles for universities in fulfilling their tasks are:
p.002006: 1. Freedom of science and its teaching (Art. 17 of the Basic Law on the
p.002006: general rights of citizens, RGBl. No. 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic
p.002006: Creation, the mediation of art and its teaching (Art. 17a of the Basic Law on General
p.002006: Rights of citizens);
p.002006: 2. Linking research and teaching, linking the development and development of the arts and their teaching
p.002006: as well as the connection between science and art;
p.002006: 3. Diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles to be observed by the universities in pursuance of their objects are:
p.002006: 1. freedom of sciences and their teaching (Art 17 of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals,
p.002006: Imperial Legal Gazette No 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic activity, the dissemination of the arts
p.002006: and their teaching (Art 17a of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals);
p.002006: 2. interaction between research and teaching, the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts, and science and
p.002006: art;
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p.002006: within the university;
p.002006: 7. Support national and international cooperation in the field of scientific research
p.002006: and teaching as well as art;
p.002006: 8. Support the use and implementation of their research results in practice and support the
p.002006: social integration of results of development and development of the arts;
p.002006: 1. advancement of sciences (research and teaching), and the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts;
p.002006: 2. education through science and the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 3. scientific, artistic, artistic-pedagogical and artistic-scientific training, qualification for
p.002006: professional activities requiring the application of scientific knowledge and methods, as well as teaching artistic and
p.002006: scientific skills at the highest level;
p.002006: 4. training and promotion of junior academics and young artists;
p.002006: 5. continuing education, particularly of university graduates and graduates of university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education;
p.002006: 6. internal co-ordination of scientific research (and the advancement and appreciation of the arts) and
p.002006: teaching at universities;
p.002006: 7. promotion of domestic and international co-operation in research and teaching, and the arts;
p.002006: 8. promotion of the use and practical application of their research findings, and of community involvement in
p.002006: efforts to promote the advancement and appreciation of the arts;
p.002006: 9. equality between women and men and the promotion of women; 9. gender equality, and the
p.002006: advancement of women;
p.002006: 10. Maintaining contacts with the graduates; 10. maintenance of
p.002006: contacts with graduates;
p.002006: 11. Inform the public about the fulfillment of the tasks of the universities.
p.002006: 11. provision of public information on the performance of the tasks of the universities.
p.002006: legal form
p.002006: Legal nature
p.002006: § 4. The universities are legal entities under public law. § 4. The universities are
p.002006: legal entities under public law.
p.002006: Freedom of instruction and statute Immunity from Ministerial Instructions
p.002006: and Freedom to Adopt Statutes
p.002006: § 5. The universities fulfill their tasks in accordance with § 3 within the framework of the laws and regulations without instructions
p.002006: and adopt their statutes within the framework of the laws in accordance with Article 81c (1) of the Federal Constitutional Law
p.002006: (B-VG), BGBl. No. 1/1930, in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 2/2008.
p.002006: § 5. The universities shall perform their tasks under § 3 within the limits of the law and decrees without restriction
p.002006: by ministerial instructions and adopt their statutes within the limits of the law according to Art 81c para 1 Federal
p.002006: Constitutional law,
p.002006: F. L. G. No 1/1930, as amended by the Federal Act F. L. G. I No 2/2008.
p.002006: scope
p.002006: Scope of application
p.002006: § 6. (1) This federal law applies to the following universities: § 6. (1) The following
p.002006: universities shall be subject to this act:
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p.002006: 1. University of Vienna;
p.002006: 1. University of Vienna;
p.002006: 2. University of Graz;
p.002006: 2. University of Graz;
p.002006: 3. University of Innsbruck;
p.002006: 3. University of Innsbruck;
p.002006: 4. Medical University of Vienna; 4th
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p.002006: (2) The articles of association must regulate the following matters in particular: (2) The statute shall, in
p.002006: particular, contain arrangements governing:
p.002006: 1. Election rules for the election of the members of the University Council, the Senate and other organs;
p.002006: 2. Establishment of a person responsible for the implementation of the study law provisions
p.002006: monocratic body and establishment of framework conditions for a possible delegation of tasks;
p.002006: 3. general guidelines for the conduct, publication and implementation of evaluations;
p.002006: 4. Study law provisions in accordance with Part II of this Federal Act;
p.002006: 5. Composition of the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues (Section 42 Paragraph 2);
p.002006: 1. rules for the election of the university council, senate and other governing bodies;
p.002006: 2. appointment of an officer to administrate matters concerning the enforcement of study law, and
p.002006: specification of frame conditions for a possible delegation of tasks;
p.002006: 3. general guidelines for the conduct and publication of evaluations, and the implementation of their findings;
p.002006: 4. provisions of study law in accordance with Part II of this Act;
p.002006: 5. composition of the working group on equal opportunities (§ 42 para 2);
p.002006: 6. Plan for the Promotion of Women and Equal Opportunities (Section 20b); 6. career
p.002006: advancement plan for women and equal opportunities plan (§ 20b);
p.002006: 7. Establishment of an organizational unit to coordinate the tasks of equality, the advancement of women and
p.002006: gender studies;
p.002006: 7. establishment of an organizational unit responsible for the co-ordination of activities relating to equal
p.002006: opportunities, the advancement of women and gender research;
p.002006: 8. guidelines for academic honors; 8th.
p.002006: guidelines for academic honors;
p.002006: 9. Type and extent of involvement of the graduates of the university.
p.002006: (2a) The articles of association contain provisions regarding measures in the event of plagiarism or other pretenses by
p.002006: scientific or artistic achievements especially in the context of written seminar
p.002006: and examination papers, bachelor theses as well as scientific and artistic works.
p.002006: In addition, the Rectorate can exclude students from their studies for a maximum of two
p.002006: Semesters for serious and deliberate plagiarism or serious and deliberate pretending
p.002006: of scientific or artistic achievements in the context of theses
p.002006: (Bachelor's theses as well as scientific and artistic work) decide with a decision.
p.002006: (2b) The statutes may contain provisions on the use of foreign languages in the holding of
p.002006: Courses and examinations and in the writing of scientific papers are included.
p.002006: 9. form and extent of graduates ’involvement in university life.
p.002006: (2a) The statute may contain provisions concerning measures taken in cases of plagiarism or other forms of academic
p.002006: dishonesty in written term papers and exams, bachelor's papers, as well as academic theses and artistic submissions. In
p.002006: addition, the rectorate may decide, by official notification, on a suspension from the studies for up to two semesters
p.002006: in cases of severe and deliberate plagiarism or severe and deliberate forms of academic dishonesty (bachelor's
p.002006: papers, as well as academic theses and artistic submissions).
p.002006: (2b) The statute may contain certain provisions concerning the use of foreign languages in courses and examinations as
p.002006: well as for writing academic theses.
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p.002006: 5. guidelines of the management bodies; 5th
p.002006: directives issued by management bodies:
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 7. Academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for the
p.002006: Graduates of university courses;
p.002006: 8. communications to students and other statements of general interest;
p.002006: 7. academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for graduates of certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education;
p.002006: 8. announcements to students and other announcements of general interest;
p.002006: 9. Announcement and results of elections; 9th
p.002006: advertisements and results of elections;
p.002006: 10. Vacancies for positions and management positions; 10. advertisements
p.002006: of posts and management positions;
p.002006: 11. Members of the management bodies; 11th
p.002006: members of the management bodies;
p.002006: 12. Granting of teaching powers; 12th
p.002006: award of habilitation degrees (venia docendi);
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p.002006: 13. Authorizations and authorizations granted; 13th
p.002006: Authorizations;
p.002006: 14. Use of tuition fees; 14th
p.002006: application of tuition fees;
p.002006: 15. Remuneration for the members of the University Council. 15th
p.002006: remuneration for the members of the university council.
p.002006: (7) Persons without Austrian citizenship can - without prejudice to others regulated in this federal law
p.002006: Prerequisites - Take on organ functions within the framework of monocratic and collegial university organs.
p.002006: (7) Persons without Austrian citizenship may - irrespective of other requirements laid down
p.002006: hereunder - accept functions in monocratic and collegial university governing bodies.
p.002006: Gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies Gender-balanced
p.002006: Composition of Collegial Bodies
p.002006: Section 20a. (1) Section 20a applies to everyone in accordance with this Federal Act, as well as through the organizational plan and the articles of association
p.002006: University-established collegial bodies, unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: Examination boards are exempt from the application of this provision.
p.002006: (2) At least 50 per cent of women must belong to each collegiate body in accordance with Paragraph 1. In collegial bodies with one
p.002006: odd number of members is calculated by adding the number of members mathematically
p.002006: Member must be reduced and the required proportion of women must be determined from this number.
p.002006: (3) Both the Senate and the Federal Government have in the election or appointment of the members of the
p.002006: University council section 2 must be observed.
p.002006: (4) The preparation of the list of candidates as part of the nominations for those to be elected
p.002006: Representatives of the groups in accordance with section 25 (4) lines 1, 2 and 3 must be such that at least 50 per cent
p.002006: Women must be ranked in a selectable position. This also applies to those to be chosen
p.002006: Substitute members. Paragraph 2, second sentence is to be applied. Does the working group for equality issues not collect any
p.002006: Any objection to the inadequacy of the election proposals pursuant to Section 42 (8d) applies based on this
p.002006: In any case, election proposals elected by the Senate with regard to Paragraph 2 are composed correctly.
p.002006: Section 20a. (1) § 20a shall apply to all collegial bodies established hereunder as well as under the organization plan
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p.002006: plans prepared by the working group on equal opportunities when providing adequate justification to the working group
p.002006: on equal opportunities. The senate shall resolve on the career advancement
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p.002006: possible. The women's promotion plan and the equality plan must be submitted within six months of the submission of the
p.002006: Proposal by the rectorate to take a decision from the senate.
p.002006: (2) The plan for the advancement of women and the equality plan serve to implement the constitutional law
p.002006: Requirements for actual equality in accordance with Art. 7 Para. 2 and 3 B-VG as well as the federal law
p.002006: on equal treatment in the federal area (B-GlBG), with regard to universities and
p.002006: the provisions of this federal law on equality and equal treatment of women and
p.002006: Men. In addition to the women's advancement plan in accordance with § 11a B-GlBG are in their own
p.002006: Equal Opportunity Plan, in particular the areas of compatibility (§ 2 Z 13) and anti-discrimination (2nd main part
p.002006: of Part I B-GlBG).
p.002006: plan for women and the equal opportunities plan within six months after the rectorate has submitted the draft plans.
p.002006: (2) The career advancement plan for women and the equal opportunities plan shall facilitate the implementation of the
p.002006: provisions under constitutional law for the actual gender equality according to § 7 paras. 2 and 3 of the Federal
p.002006: Constitutional Law (B-VG) and the Federal Equal Opportunities Act (B-GlBG) with regard to the universities and the
p.002006: provisions hereunder regarding gender equality and equal opportunities for women and men. In addition to the
p.002006: career advancement plan for women under § 11a of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act, in particular matters of
p.002006: compatibility (§ 2 subpara. 13) and anti-discrimination (Chapter 2 of Part I of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act)
p.002006: shall be laid down in the equal opportunities plan.
p.002006: University Board
p.002006: University Council
p.002006: § 21. (1) The University Council acts as an accompanying and forward-looking supervisory body
p.002006: the following tasks:
p.002006: 1. Approval of the development plan, the organizational plan, the draft service agreement and
p.002006: the Rectorate's Rules of Procedure;
p.002006: 2. Announcement of the role of the Rector at least eight months before the expected one
p.002006: This function becomes available or within three months from the date of recall or resignation;
p.002006: 3. Adoption of the provisions for the election of the rector after obtaining an opinion from the
p.002006: Senates, which this must submit within four weeks of submission;
p.002006: 4. Election of the Rector from the Senate tripartite proposal within four weeks from the submission of the
p.002006: proposal;
p.002006: 5. Election of the Vice-Rectors on the basis of a proposal by the Rector and after
p.002006: Opinion of the Senate;
p.002006: 6. Conclusion of the target agreements with the rector and the rectorate;
p.002006: 6a. Concluding employment contracts with the Rector and the Vice-Rectors;
p.002006: 7. dismissal of the Rector and the Vice-Rectors;
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p.002006: submitted within four weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 4. electing the rector from a shortlist of three candidates nominated by the senate within four weeks upon
p.002006: receipt of the shortlist;
p.002006: 5. electing the vice-rectors on the basis of nominations made by the rector after receiving the senate's opinion
p.002006: thereon;
p.002006: 6. concluding the performance agreements with the rector and the rectorate; 6a. concluding the service agreements with
p.002006: the rector and the vice-rectors;
p.002006: 7. dismissing the rector and the vice-rectors;
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p.002006: 8. nomination of a female and a male member for the arbitration commission;
p.002006: 9. Approval of the establishment of companies and foundations as well as participation in companies;
p.002006: 10. Approval of the guidelines for the handling as well as approval of the accounts and the
p.002006: Knowledge base of the Rectorate and forwarding to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 11. Appointment of an auditor to audit the accounts of the
p.002006: University;
p.002006: 12. Approval of the establishment of liabilities relating to the university's ongoing business
p.002006: go beyond, as well as authorization of the rectorate, such liabilities up to a certain amount without prior
p.002006: Obtain approval from the University Council;
p.002006: 13. Annual reporting obligation and immediate reporting obligation in the event of serious violations of the law
p.002006: from university organs and in the event of serious economic damage to the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister; the annual report has a report on measures related to the
p.002006: gender-appropriate composition of the university collegiate bodies in accordance with Section 20a, if applicable one
p.002006: Justification for non-compliance with this provision and a report on it
p.002006: contain which measures the university plans to implement this provision; the annual report is too
p.002006: to inform the Senate;
p.002006: 14. Approval of the budget estimate within four weeks of submission by the rectorate; refuses the
p.002006: University Council within four weeks of submission of the approval, the Rectorate immediately has a new one
p.002006: Submit budget estimate; if the university council does not agree in time, the budget estimate is considered
p.002006: approved;
p.002006: 15. Statement on the performance agreement before conclusion by the rector within
p.002006: three weeks;
p.002006: 8. nominating one female and one male member of the arbitration board;
p.002006: 9. approving the establishment of companies and foundations as well as shareholding in companies;
p.002006: 10. Approving the guidelines for financial management, the financial statements and the intellectual capital report of
p.002006: the rectorate and forwarding the same to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 11. appointing an auditor to audit the financial statements of the university;
p.002006: 12. approving the assumption of non-current liabilities, and empowering the rectorate to assume such
p.002006: liabilities up to a certain limit without seeking the prior approval of the university council;
p.002006: 13. reporting to the Federal Minister annually and reporting to the Federal Minister without delay in case of
p.002006: serious breaches of the law by university governing bodies or the danger of serious financial loss; the annual report
p.002006: shall contain a report on the measures taken in connection with the gender balanced composition of collegial bodies at
p.002006: universities according to § 20a and, where applicable, an explanatory statement on the non-compliance with this
p.002006: provision and a report on the measures planned by the university for the implementation of this provision; the annual
p.002006: report shall be forwarded to the senate;
p.002006: 14. approving the proposed budget within four weeks upon receipt from the rectorate; if the university
p.002006: council refuses acceptance within four weeks upon receipt, the rectorate shall submit a new proposal without
p.002006: delay; if the university council fails to accept it within the period stipulated, the proposed budget shall be deemed
p.002006: to be approved;
p.002006: 15. preparing an opinion on the performance agreement prior to its conclusion by the rector within three weeks;
p.002006: 16. Adoption of the University Council's rules of procedure. 16. enacting rules
p.002006: of procedure for the university council.
p.002006: (2) The University Council or at least two members of the University Council are common
p.002006: authorized to inform itself about all matters of the university. The opinion was sent to the
p.002006: University Council and is to be dealt with in the next meeting of the University Council. The
p.002006: University organs are obliged to provide the University Council with all relevant information
p.002006: (2) The university council or at least two members of the university council together shall be entitled to request
p.002006: information on all and any matters concerning the university. The statement shall be forwarded to the university
p.002006: council and shall be dealt with in the next meeting of the university council. The university governing bodies shall
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p.002006: Section 40a. (1) At the University of Vienna, an organizational unit with the designation “Austrian Institute
p.002006: of Historical Research "shall be established. The organization of this unit shall take into account the duties in
p.002006: research and teaching and the particular position of the Austrian Institute of Historical Research in the
p.002006: context of historical research and archive management nationally and internationally.
p.002006: (2) In view of its significance in the field of historical research, the tasks of the Austrian Institute of Historical
p.002006: Research shall encompass in particular the planning and completion of research projects in the area of European
p.002006: medieval and modern history as well as Austrian history, with an emphasis on auxiliary sciences of history,
p.002006: primary-source editions, and locating and indexing sources on the basis of recognized international
p.002006: standards, and their documentation and publication.
p.002006: (3) Only a person with a relevant education and appropriate professional qualifications can be appointed as
p.002006: the head of the Austrian Institute of Historical Research. The head of the Austrian Institute of Historical
p.002006: Research shall be designated as “director”.
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p.002006: (4) The Institute for Austrian History Research is in the performance agreement and in the
p.002006: Separate financial statements of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: (4) The Austrian Institute of Historical Research shall be accounted for separately in the performance
p.002006: agreement and the accounts of the University of Vienna.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: Equality between women and men Gender
p.002006: Equality
p.002006: Duty of Career
p.002006: Advancement for women
p.002006: § 41. All organs of the university have to work towards that in all university work areas
p.002006: balanced number ratio between women and men working at the university. Achievement
p.002006: This goal is achieved through appropriate measures, in particular through the enactment and implementation of a
p.002006: Women's promotion plan to strive for.
p.002006: § 41. All university bodies shall make efforts to achieve a balanced representation of men and
p.002006: women at work in all areas of university activities. Appropriate action shall be taken to attain this goal,
p.002006: particularly by means of the adoption and implementation of a career advancement plan for women.
p.002006: Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues Working
p.002006: Group on Equal Opportunities
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The Senate has a working group for equal treatment issues at each university
p.002006: to establish whose job it is to discriminate against university organs based on gender
p.002006: as well as based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or sexual
p.002006: Counteracting orientation and relatives and organs of the university in these matters too
p.002006: advise and support.
p.002006: (2) The number of members of the Equal Opportunities Working Group
p.002006: and the duration of their function is to be specified in the statutes. The groups of
p.002006: University members are entitled to become members in a ratio specified in the statutes
p.002006: To send a working group. One of the members of the working group is a chairperson
p.002006: to choose.
p.002006: (3) The members of the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are not involved in any of their functions
p.002006: Instructions or orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG). They must not be hindered in exercising their powers and
p.002006: not be disadvantaged in their professional advancement because of this activity.
p.002006: (4) The members of the working group are from the rectorate in all internal university matters
p.002006: To provide information as well as access to the business items, documents and the automation-supported
p.002006: to give processed data about the staff of the university, their knowledge to fulfill the
p.002006: Section 42. (1) The senate of each university shall establish a working group on equal opportunities responsible for
p.002006: combating gender discrimination as well as discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation by university governing bodies and for advising and supporting the
p.002006: university’s members and governing bodies in connection with these issues.
p.002006: (2) The number and terms of office of the members of the working group on equal opportunities shall be established
p.002006: by the statute. The groups of university members represented in the senate shall be entitled to delegate
p.002006: members to the working group in proportions established by the statute. The working party shall elect a chairperson
p.002006: from among its number.
p.002006: (3) The members of the working group on equal opportunities shall not be bound by any instructions in the fulfillment of
p.002006: their tasks (Art 81c Federal Constitutional Law). They may not be obstructed in the fulfillment of their tasks, and
p.002006: shall not be disadvantaged in their career promotion as a result of these activities.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall provide the working group on equal opportunities with information on all internal
p.002006: university matters, and shall grant it access to all documents and electronic data relating to the university’s
p.002006: personnel, knowledge of which is necessary for the exercise of its tasks. Photocopying of such documents
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
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p.002006: has the right to comment on the tender within two weeks of delivery;
p.002006: shall be permitted on request. Access to employees ’files shall be subject to the consent of the persons
p.002006: Concerned.
p.002006: (5) In case that the working group on equal opportunities seeks reports, opinions or information from experts as a
p.002006: basis for its decisions, such experts shall be furnished with the necessary documentation. These experts
p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
p.002006: representing religion or belief, age or sexual orientation, it is
p.002006: entitled to call the arbitration board within three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) The respective collegial body has the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to inform immediately about its composition. Is the proportion of women at least 50% according to §
p.002006: 20a (2) is not adequately maintained, the working group for equality issues can within four weeks
p.002006: Make an objection to the incorrect composition to the Arbitration Commission. The objection of the incorrect
p.002006: Composition has to be omitted if there are factual reasons. If the collegial body is incorrectly composed,
p.002006: and raises the working group for equality issues
p.002006: 3. a list of candidates invited for interviews.
p.002006: (7) The rectorate shall, when notifying the responsible employee’s council of the candidate with whom an employment
p.002006: contract is to be concluded, simultaneously inform the working group on equal opportunities. Employment contracts
p.002006: concluded without prior notification of the working group or before expiry of the period prescribed by para
p.002006: 8 shall be null and void.
p.002006: (8) If the working group on equal opportunities has reason to believe that a decision made by a
p.002006: university governing body reflects a discrimination against a person on the basis of gender, ethnicity,
p.002006: religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation, it shall have the right to invoke the arbitration board within
p.002006: three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) Each collegial body shall inform the working group on equal opportunities of its composition without delay. If the
p.002006: quota of at least 50% women according to
p.002006: § 20a para 2 in the collegial body is not met, the working group on equal opportunities may raise an
p.002006: objection against the incorrect composition to the arbitration board within four weeks. The objection against the
p.002006: incorrect composition shall not be raised when objective reasons exist. If the composition of the collegial body is
p.002006: incorrect and if the working group on equal opportunities raises an objection, its decisions shall be void. If the
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities does not raise
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p.002006: Objection, the decisions of the collegiate body are void. The working group for equality issues does not survey
p.002006: the objection of incorrect composition on time, the collegial body applies with regard to § 20a para.
p.002006: 2 composed correctly.
p.002006: (8b) The Senate has the working group for equality issues immediately on the result
p.002006: the election of the members of the University Council in accordance with Section 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1. In the event of violation of Section 20a (3)
p.002006: the working group for equality issues can object to the incorrect statement within four weeks
p.002006: Collect the composition of the University Council from the arbitration committee. The objection of incorrect composition
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p.002006: are included on the nomination, he has the objection to the deficiency of the nomination to the
p.002006: Arbitration commission. The objection must be refrained from if there are objective reasons
p.002006: available. The arbitration board decides that the objection has been rightly raised
p.002006: the election commission will refer the nomination back to the campaigning group for improvement.
p.002006: (8e) The Working Group for Equal Treatment Questions must immediately contact the Federal Minister
p.002006: report when he
p.002006: 1. an objection to the incorrect composition of a collegiate body to the arbitration commission in accordance with paragraph 8a,
p.002006: 2. an objection to the incorrect composition of the University Council in accordance with Paragraph 8b,
p.002006: an objection against the incorrect composition of the collegial body within the period stipulated, the composition of
p.002006: the collegial body shall be deemed to be correct in this respect with regard to § 20a para 2.
p.002006: (8b) The senate shall inform the working group on equal opportunities without delay about the election results
p.002006: regarding the members of the university council according to § 21 para 6 subpara 1. If § 20a para 3 is violated,
p.002006: the working group on equal opportunities may raise an objection against the incorrect composition of the university
p.002006: council to the arbitration board within four weeks. The objection against the incorrect composition shall not be raised
p.002006: when objective reasons exist.
p.002006: (8c) The search committee and the senate shall submit their shortlists for the election of the rector to the working
p.002006: group on equal opportunities. If discrimination on the basis of gender against a female applicant is suspected, the
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities shall lodge a complaint with the arbitration board within a week.
p.002006: (8d) All election proposals accepted by the election committee for the election of the senate, including proposals for
p.002006: substitute members, shall be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities for review as to compliance
p.002006: with the requirement of including at least 50% women in electable positions according to
p.002006: § 20a para 4. The working group on equal opportunities shall decide within one week, whether the election
p.002006: proposal is in accordance with § 20a para 4. If the working group on equal opportunities decides that the
p.002006: election proposal does not include a sufficient number of women, it shall raise an objection against the
p.002006: inadequacy of the election proposal to the arbitration board. The objection shall not be raised when objective
p.002006: reasons exist. If the arbitration board decides that the objection was rightly raised, the election committee
p.002006: shall return the election proposal to the candidate group for improvement.
p.002006: (8e) The working group on equal opportunities shall report, without delay, to the Federal Minister, when it
p.002006: 1. raises an objection against the incorrect composition of a collegial body to the arbitration board under para 8a,
p.002006: 2. raises an objection against the incorrect composition of the university council under para 8b,
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p.002006: 3. a complaint about discrimination in connection with the election of the rector in accordance with Paragraph 8c or
p.002006: 3. lodges a complaint because of discrimination in connection with the election of the rector under para 8c or
p.002006: 4. an objection of the deficiency of the election proposal according to Paragraph 8d 4. raises an objection
p.002006: against the inadequacy of an election proposal under
p.002006: para 8d.
p.002006: rises.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister has the appropriate form on the homepage of the Federal Ministry for
p.002006: Education, science and research based on reports from university councils
p.002006: Presentation of the implementation of the gender-appropriate composition of collegial bodies in accordance with § 20a
p.002006: Publish universities.
p.002006: (9) If the Working Group on Equal Treatment issues a complaint to the Arbitration Commission, the enforcement of
p.002006: The decision of the university organ is inadmissible until the decision of the arbitration committee.
p.002006: (10) An annual activity report of the working group must be submitted to the University Council and the Rectorate.
p.002006: (11) The Rectorate has the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for the fulfillment of its tasks
p.002006: Human and material resources as well as the necessary rooms according to the budgetary possibilities
p.002006: To make available.
p.002006: (8f) The Federal Minister shall publish a statement, based on the reports of the universities, on the implementation of
p.002006: the gender-balanced composition of collegial bodies according to § 20a at all universities on the website of the
p.002006: Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research in an appropriate format.
p.002006: (9) If the working group on equal opportunities lodges a complaint with the arbitration board, the entry into effect
p.002006: of the university governing body’s decision shall be impermissible until the arbitration board has ruled on the matter.
p.002006: (10) The working group shall submit annual reports on its activities to the university council and the
p.002006: rectorate.
p.002006: (11) The rectorate shall, contingent upon budgetary considerations, allocate the required personnel and equipment as
p.002006: well as the necessary rooms to the working group on equal opportunities for the performance of its duties.
p.002006: arbitration Commission
p.002006: Arbitration board
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration committee must be set up at each university. Her duties include:
p.002006: Section 43. (1) An arbitration board shall be established at every university. Its duties shall include:
p.002006: 1. mediation in disputes by members of the university; 1. mediating in
p.002006: disputes between university members;
p.002006: 2. the decision on complaints from the working group for equality issues
p.002006: discrimination on the basis of sex or on the basis of ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: Belief, age or sexual orientation by decision of a university organ;
p.002006: 3. Decision on defending the incorrect composition of the working group for
p.002006: Equality issues within four weeks;
p.002006: 4. Decision on defending the deficiency of the election proposal of the working group for
p.002006: Equal treatment issues within 14 days.
p.002006: 2. ruling on complaints by the working group on equal opportunities with regard to discrimination on the
p.002006: basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation through decisions of
p.002006: university governing bodies;
p.002006: 3. deciding on objections against the incorrect composition by the working group on equal opportunities within
p.002006: four weeks;
p.002006: 4. deciding on objections against the inadequacy of the election proposal by the working group on equal opportunities
p.002006: within fourteen days.
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p.002006: (2) Matters that are subject to legal recourse and performance reviews
p.002006: excluded from the review by the Arbitration Commission.
p.002006: (3) The arbitration commission should fulfill its tasks as far as possible by agreement between the parties
p.002006: work towards.
p.002006: (4) All organs and members of the university are obliged to the members of the arbitration commission
p.002006: Information, in particular also about personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other information,
p.002006: to give on the matter and to take part in contact discussions.
p.002006: (5) The Arbitration Commission is involved in the matters pursuant to Paragraph 1 No. 2 within three months
p.002006: To decide whether to discriminate by the decision of the university organ
p.002006: Reason of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief,
p.002006: age or sexual orientation. The complaint concerns the proposal of the search commission
p.002006: or the proposal of the Senate to appoint the rector
p.002006: to decide the arbitration commission within 14 days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration commission affirms the existence of discrimination on the basis of the
p.002006: Gender, based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or age
p.002006: sexual orientation, the university organ has a new personnel decision taking into account the
p.002006: Legal opinion of the arbitration commission. Does the discrimination concern the proposal of the
p.002006: The Finding Commission or the Senate to appoint the Rector is the
p.002006: Proposal to be returned to the Finding Commission or the Senate The Finding Commission and the Senate
p.002006: are obliged in this case to have the legal status that corresponds to the legal opinion of the arbitration commission
p.002006: to manufacture immediately.
p.002006: (7) The working group for equality issues and the university body concerned have the right to
p.002006: lodge an appeal with the Federal Administrative Court against the decision concluding the proceedings.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the Rector during pending proceedings before the
p.002006: Arbitration commission or in spite of a negative decision of the arbitration commission are ineffective.
p.002006: (9) The Arbitration Commission consists of six members who are not members of the family concerned
p.002006: Must be university. One male and one each
p.002006: (2) Matters which are the subject of legal proceedings, and performance evaluations shall be excluded from
p.002006: investigation by the arbitration board.
p.002006: (3) In the performance of its duties, the arbitration board shall try to reach an agreement between the parties to
p.002006: disputes.
p.002006: (4) All university bodies and members shall be obliged to furnish the arbitration board with information on matters
p.002006: investigated by it, especially on personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information, and take part
p.002006: in communication dialogues.
p.002006: (5) The arbitration board shall issue an official notification on the matters under para 1 subpara 2 within three
p.002006: months, whether the decision by the university governing body discriminates on the basis of gender,
p.002006: ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation. If the complaint concerns the shortlist drawn up
p.002006: by the search committee or the shortlist drawn up by the senate for the election of the rector, the arbitration board
p.002006: shall decide within fourteen days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration board finds that discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation in cases under para 1 subpara 2 has occurred, the university governing
p.002006: body shall be obliged to make a new personnel decision having regard to the legal opinion of the arbitration board. If
p.002006: the discrimination concerns the shortlist submitted by the search committee or the senate for the election of the
p.002006: rector, the shortlist shall be returned to the search committee or the senate. The search committee and the
p.002006: senate are in this case obliged to, without delay, bring about the legal situation which accords with the legal opinion
p.002006: of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (7) The working group on equal opportunities and the university governing body concerned shall however have
p.002006: the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification concluding an arbitration
p.002006: procedure.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the rector during a pending arbitration procedure or in the face of a negative
p.002006: ruling of the arbitration board shall be null and void.
p.002006: (9) The arbitration board shall consist of six members, none of whom may be members of the university concerned. The
p.002006: senate, university council and working
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p.002006: female members are from the Senate, the University Council and the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for one
p.002006: Nominee term of office of two years. Two of the members must be legally qualified. from
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p.002006: by the rectorate or the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education,
p.002006: Institutions for the implementation of university of applied sciences and private universities have until April 30th at the latest
p.002006: in order to take effect from the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) Within the framework of the admission or selection process in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5, the Rectorate shall within one
p.002006: to provide for a mandatory registration of applicants. The
p.002006: Procedure may only be carried out if the number of registered
p.002006: Applicants for the number of students stipulated in the performance agreement in accordance with paragraphs 2 and 3
p.002006: Study places for new students per course. The number remains
p.002006: of the registered applicants under the in the performance agreement in accordance with paragraphs 2 and 3
p.002006: fixed number of study places for new students
p.002006: - Beginners per course of study, these are registered applicants if the general is available
p.002006: In any case, admit requirements according to § 63. In addition, the university has until reaching the per degree
p.002006: admitted number of applicants for a corresponding
p.002006: Studies are already registered at another university.
p.002006: (7) The admission or selection process in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5 must be organized by the university in such a way that in particular
p.002006: the following requirements apply:
p.002006: 1. Review of the one that corresponds to the training requirements of the respective course
p.002006: performance-related criteria;
p.002006: 2. Ensuring that the admission or selection process does not result in any gender discrimination
p.002006: as well as social background;
p.002006: 3. Timely and free provision of the examination material on the homepage of the university (at
p.002006: Admission procedure before admission no later than four months before the examination date, for selection procedures after the
p.002006: Admission at the beginning of the relevant semester at the latest) and
p.002006: 4. a multi-level design of the admission or selection process. Any oral components can only
p.002006: be part of the admission or selection process and must not be part of the admission or selection process
p.002006: occur. Furthermore, the oral
p.002006: decision of the rectorate, or the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education,
p.002006: institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively,
p.002006: shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) As part of the admission or selection procedure under paras 4 and 5, the rectorate shall require a mandatory
p.002006: registration of all applicants within a period stipulated. The procedure shall only take place, if the number of
p.002006: registered applicants exceeds the number of places for first-year students for a degree program stipulated
p.002006: in the performance agreement under paras 2 and 3. If the number of registered applicants does not exceed
p.002006: the number of places for first-year students for a degree program stipulated in the performance agreement under paras
p.002006: 2 and 3, these registered applicants shall be admitted, if they meet the general requirements under § 63. Furthermore,
p.002006: the university shall also admit applicants who are already registered for a corresponding degree program at
p.002006: another university, until the number laid down for a degree program has been reached.
p.002006: (7) The university shall design the admission or selection procedure under paras 4 and 5 in a manner that
p.002006: particularly the following criteria are met:
p.002006: 1. Testing performance-based criteria relevant to the educational requirements of the respective degree programs;
p.002006: 2. Ensuring that the admission or selection procedure does not discriminate against any persons on the basis
p.002006: of gender or social origin;
p.002006: 3. making the examinable material accessible on the university's website in good time and free of charge (for
p.002006: admission procedures prior to admission no later than four months before the examination date, for selection
p.002006: procedures after admission no later than the beginning of the respective semester); and
p.002006: 4. designing admission or selection procedures that consist of multiple stages. Oral examinations, if applicable, may
p.002006: only be a part of the admission and selection procedure and shall not take place at the beginning of the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure. Furthermore, oral examinations shall not
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p.002006: Components are not the only criterion for passing the admission or selection process.
p.002006: Section 41 B-GlBG applies to the implementation of the admission or selection process. Provided in the selection process
p.002006: Examinations are provided, the provisions of this Federal Act apply to the repetitions. Also the
p.002006: Repetition of positive assessments is permitted. Examination dates are generally once a semester
p.002006: offer. Section 58 (8) does not apply.
p.002006: (8) Governs a rectorate of a university or a public teacher training college or
p.002006: regulate the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for
p.002006: Conducting university of applied sciences and private universities in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5
p.002006: a study by regulation or agreement either through an admission procedure before admission or
p.002006: through the selection of the students up to one semester after admission at the latest, if possible
p.002006: Dates for registration and implementation of the procedure, the requirements and the course of the
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p.002006: Science and Research shall, by decree, determine the manner in which the Diploma Supplement is to be issued.
p.002006: Academic Degree and Academic Designation for Graduates of Certificate University Programs for Further Education
p.002006: Section 87a. (1) In the curriculum of a certificate university program for further education in the respective disciplines
p.002006: internationally common master's degrees may be laid down, which may be conferred upon the graduates of those
p.002006: certificate university programs for further education whose access requirements, scope and qualifications are
p.002006: comparable with the access requirements, scope and qualifications of corresponding foreign master's programs.
p.002006: (2) If para 1 is not applicable, the designation “Academic…” or “Academic…” with an addition
p.002006: specifying the contents of the respective further education course may be laid down, which shall be conferred upon the
p.002006: graduates of those further education courses that cover at least 60 ECTS credits.
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p.002006: Management of academic grade use
p.002006: of Academic Degrees
p.002006: Section 88. (1) Persons receiving a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: An academic degree has been awarded the right to obtain this in the in the
p.002006: Award certificate specified, also abbreviated, form, the academic degree including
p.002006: of a gender-specific addition.
p.002006: (1a) Persons from a domestic post-secondary educational institution or a
p.002006: recognized post-secondary institution of another contracting party to the EU accession treaty or another
p.002006: Contracting party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area was awarded an academic degree
p.002006: Right to enter this academic degree in abbreviated form without addition in accordance with paragraph 1 in public documents
p.002006: to demand.
p.002006: (2) "Mag.", "Dr." and "Dipl.-Ing." ("DI") are to be put in front of the name in the case of the tour, the
p.002006: other academic degrees are to be added to the name.
p.002006: Revocation of domestic academic degrees or academic titles
p.002006: § 89. The award notice is from the person responsible for study law matters
p.002006: Organ to withdraw and move in if it subsequently emerges that the academic degree or the academic
p.002006: Designation in particular through fake certificates or by faking scientific
p.002006: or artistic achievements have been sneaked up.
p.002006: § 88. (1) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic or foreign post-secondary
p.002006: educational institution shall be entitled to use this degree in the form set down in the document of award, also
p.002006: abbreviated, and the academic degree may be used with a gender-inclusive suffix.
p.002006: (1a) Persons who have been awarded an academic degree by a recognized domestic post-secondary educational
p.002006: institution or a recognized post-secondary institution in another signatory to the EU Accession Treaty or to the
p.002006: Agreement on the European Economic Area shall be entitled to request the inclusion of this academic degree
p.002006: in the abbreviated form without a suffix under para 1 in official documents.
p.002006: (2) “Mag.”, “Dr.” and “Dipl.-Ing.” (“DI”) shall precede the name if used, and other academic degrees shall follow it.
p.002006: Revocation of Domestic Academic Degrees or Academic Designations
p.002006: § 89. The officer responsible for study matters shall revoke and recall the notification of award if it
p.002006: subsequently transpires that a the academic degree or the academic designation has been obtained by fraudulent means,
p.002006: in particular the use of counterfeit certificates or the pretence of scientific or artistic achievements.
p.002006: Section 7
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: nostrification
p.002006: Nostrification
p.002006: Section 90. (1) The application regarding the recognition of a foreign degree as a degree
p.002006: of a regular degree in Germany (nostrification) requires proof that the nostrification
p.002006: mandatory for the pursuit of a profession or the continuation of the training of the applicant in
p.002006: Austria is required. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (2) The application must be submitted to a university or a teacher training college at which the corresponding
p.002006: domestic degree is established. It is not permitted to submit the same application for nostrification at the same time or
p.002006: after
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p.002006: referred to in § 5 University Organization Act 1993 or the universities of the arts (including their organizational
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p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt is the universal successor to the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research and
p.002006: Further training at the universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz - IFF.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, is the universal successor to the Inter-University Research Institute
p.002006: for Agricultural Biotechnology Tulln. The universities involved in this inter-university institution have until
p.002006: no later than
p.002006: December 31, 2003 based on their cooperation and their resulting rights and
p.002006: Obligations with effect from January 1, 2004 a contract for further cooperation in this field
p.002006: complete. If this contract is not concluded on time, the property is the
p.002006: Inter-university institution from January 1, 2004 according to the number of participating universities
p.002006: December 31, 2003 to allocate resources.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz is the universal successor to the university
p.002006: Institute for Information Systems to support visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology is the universal legal successor of the Interuniversity Institute for
p.002006: Technology Management (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the interuniversities
p.002006: Coordination office for women and gender research Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library
p.002006: for physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna is the universal legal successor to the Austrian Central Library of Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz is the universal legal successor to the inter-university
p.002006: University sports institute in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of tenancy rights to properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: Section 137. (1) The tenancy rights to those of the federal government, a university or a legal entity
p.002006: Organizational unit of a university rented real estate, buildings and premises
p.002006: on the day this federal law takes full effect at the university (effective date) under
p.002006: units with restricted legal capacity) referred to in § 6 subparas 1 to 6 Universities of the Arts Organization Act.
p.002006: (4) The University of Klagenfurt shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research
p.002006: and Continuing Education at the Universities of Klagenfurt, Vienna, Innsbruck and Graz.
p.002006: (5) The University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences Vienna shall be the universal successor of the
p.002006: Institute for Agrobiotechnology Tulln. The universities participating in this inter-university institution
p.002006: have to conclude, by December 31, 2003, an agreement on their continued collaboration in this field with effect from
p.002006: January 1, 2004, based on their existing collaboration and the rights and duties arising there from. In case that
p.002006: such agreement is not concluded by the appointed day, the assets of the said inter-university institution shall
p.002006: as of 1 January, 2004 be divided among the participating universities in accordance with the resources
p.002006: contributed by them up to 31 December 2003.
p.002006: (6) The University of Linz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Institute for
p.002006: Information Systems supporting visually impaired students.
p.002006: (7) The Vienna University of Technology shall be the universal successor of the Institute for Technology Management
p.002006: (ITM).
p.002006: (8) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University Coordination Center
p.002006: for Women's Studies and Gender Research, Graz.
p.002006: (9) The University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Physics.
p.002006: (10) The Medical University of Vienna shall be the universal successor of the Austrian Central Library for Medicine.
p.002006: (11) The University of Graz shall be the universal successor of the Inter- University University Sports
p.002006: Center in Graz.
p.002006: Transfer of Tenancy Rights to Properties, Buildings and Rooms
p.002006: § 137. (1) As of the day when this Act enters into full effect (effective date) tenancy rights attaching to
p.002006: properties, buildings and rooms rented by the Federal Government, a university or a university organizational
p.002006: unit with restricted legal capacity shall pass by universal succession to the university or faculty of medicine
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p.002006: Exclusion of the legal consequences of Sections 12a and 46a of the Tenancy Law by way of universal succession to those on the day
p.002006: University or medical faculty using before the deadline.
p.002006: (2) The university also acts as a lessor or lender on the key date specified in paragraph 1
p.002006: Place the federal government in the existing lease and loan agreements.
p.002006: Legal succession for shared properties, buildings and premises
p.002006: § 138. The tenancy law passes to the university that owns the property, the building or the individual
p.002006: Premises were allocated for exclusive and permanent use the day before the cut-off date or
p.002006: were. Is a property, a building or are individual premises of several universities
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p.002006: (30) Tuition fees under § 91 paras 1 to 3, as amended by F.L.G. I No 18/2013, shall be paid from the summer semester
p.002006: 2013. Unless there are amendments to the regulations on tuition fees by 1 June 2014, the present version shall remain
p.002006: in force.
p.002006: (31) § 143 paras 22 and 28 shall expire on 28 February 2013. § 66 para 1, para 1a and para 1b shall expire
p.002006: on December 31, 2015. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the effects of the orientation period in cooperation with the
p.002006: universities and
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p.002006: Universities and to report to the National Council on the result by December 2015 at the latest
p.002006: submitted to the evaluation.
p.002006: (32) Sections 12 and 13, taking into account Sections 14a to 14g in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 52/2013 to be changed by March 31, 2014 at the latest. Should there be no corresponding change to
p.002006: 12 and 13 have taken place, sections 14a to 14g shall expire on March 31, 2014.
p.002006: (33) Sections 64 and 66, taking into account Sections 14g and 14i in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I
p.002006: No. 52/2013 to be changed by March 31, 2014 at the latest. Should there be no corresponding change to
p.002006: 64 and 66 have occurred, § 14i will expire on March 31, 2014.
p.002006: (34) § 14h comes into force on January 1, 2013 and expires on December 31, 2015. The
p.002006: The Federal Minister has the effects of the admission requirements according to § 14h in
p.002006: Cooperation with the universities and to report to the National Council by December 2015 at the latest
p.002006: submit the result of the evaluation. The focus of the evaluation is the composition of the
p.002006: Applicants from a social, cultural and gender perspective
p.002006: Nationality.
p.002006: (35) Section 13 subsections 9 and 10, Section 13a subsection 6, Section 25 subsection 1 no.12, Section 43 subsection 7, Section 45
p.002006: Section 7, Section 46 Sections 1 and 2, Section 79 Section 1, Section 92 Section 8, Section 103 Section 9 and Section 125 Section 1 in the version of the Federal Act
p.002006: Federal Law Gazette I No. 79/2013 come into force on 1 January 2014.
p.002006: (35a) Section 63 (1) 5a and 12 in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I No. 124/2013 are open
p.002006: Students who start their studies from the winter semester 2014/2015.
p.002006: (36) Collegiate bodies and committees that were constituted on March 1, 2015, shall apply until the end of their term
p.002006: Functional period with regard to § 20a composed in accordance with the law.
p.002006: (37) The table of contents, §§ 2 Z 13 and 14, 7 Para. 1, 13 Para. 2 Z 1, 13b with heading, 15 Para. 4a, 19 Para. 2 Z
p.002006: 2, 2a, the introductory part to 21 paragraph 1, paragraph 1 lines 13, 4, 5, 11 and 16, the heading to 23b, 23b paragraph 1, 25 paragraph 4 line
p.002006: 2, 26 para. 1, 29 para. 1 and 5, 35a with title, 40 para. 1, the 8th subsection of the
p.002006: Section 2 of Part I, 46 (4), 51 (2) 3, 4, 5, 11, 12a and 13a, 52 (1) and (2), 54 (1) 10 and
p.002006: 11, 54 para. 3, 54 para. 9, 56, 57, 59 para. 2 no. 5, 60 para. 1b and 6, 61 para. 2 no. 3, para. 3 no. 5, 63 para. 1 no. 4, 64
p.002006: Paragraph 1 lines 6 to 8, 64
p.002006: shall submit a report on the results of the evaluation to the National Council no later than December 2015.
p.002006: (32) Sections 12 and 13 shall be amended by March 31, 2014, having regard to Sections 14a to 14g, as amended by the Federal Act F.
p.002006: L.G. I No 52/2013. If Sections 12 and 13 have not been amended by then, Sections 14a to 14g shall expire on March 31, 2014.
p.002006: (33) Sections 64 and 66 shall be amended by 31 March 2014, having regard to Sections 14g and 14i, as amended by the Federal Act F.
p.002006: L.G. I No 52/2013. If sections 64 and 66 have not been amended by then, section 14i shall expire on 31 March 2014.
p.002006: (34) § 14h shall enter into force on 1 January 2013 and shall expire on 31 December 2015. The Federal
p.002006: Minister shall evaluate the effects of the admission requirements under § 14h in cooperation with the
p.002006: universities and shall submit a report on the results of the evaluation to the National Council no later than
p.002006: December 2015. The main focus of the evaluation shall be a break-down of applicants and enrolled students
p.002006: according to their social and cultural background as well as according to gender and nationality.
p.002006: (35) § 13 paras 9 and 10, § 13a para 6, § 25 para 1 (12), § 43 para 7, § 45 para 7,
p.002006: § 46 paras 1 and 2, § 79 para 1, § 92 para 8, § 103 para 9 and § 125 para 1, as amended by the Federal
p.002006: Act F. L. G. I No 79/2013, shall enter into force on 1 January 2014.
p.002006: (35a) § 63 para 1 (5a) and para 12, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 124/2013, shall apply to students who
p.002006: start their studies in the winter semester 2014/2015.
p.002006: (36) Collegial bodies, boards and committees in office on 1 March 2015 shall be deemed to be constituted in conformity
p.002006: with the law with regard to the application of § 20a until the end of their term of office.
p.002006: (37) The table of contents, §§ 2 subparas 13 and 14, 7 para 1, 13 para 2 subpara 1, 13b including the
p.002006: heading, 15 para 4a, 19 para 2 subpara 2, 2a, the introduction to 21 para 1, para 1 subpara 13, 4, 5, 11 and 16,
p.002006: the heading of 23b, 23b para 1, 25 para 4 subpara 2, 26 para 1, 29 paras 1 and 5, 35a including the heading, 40 para 1,
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 8 of Chapter 2 of Part I, 46 para 4, 51 paras 2 subpara 3, 4, 5, 11, 12a and 13a, 52 paras 1 and 2, 54 para
p.002006: 1 subparas 10 and 11, 54 para 3, 54 para 9, 56, 57, 59 para 2 subpara 5, 60 paras 1b and 6, 61 para 2 subpara 3, para 3
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p.002006: Paragraphs 4, 5 and 6, 66 Paragraphs 1 to 6, 67 Paragraphs 1 and 2, 68 Paragraph 2, 70 Paragraph 2, the 3a.
p.002006: Section of Part II, 72, 73 Paragraph 1, 74 Paragraph 2 and 4, 75 Paragraphs 1 to 3, 77 Paragraph 1,
p.002006: 79 paragraphs 5 and 6, 78 paragraph 8, the heading to 82, 82 paragraphs 1 and 2, 84 paragraph 2, 85
p.002006: including heading, 86, 87 paragraph 1, 90 paragraph 3, 98 paragraph 4, 99 paragraph 4, 109 paragraph 3 and 4,
p.002006: 115 including heading, 119 para. 6 no.1, 123a, 123b para. 5 and 6, 125 para. 1, 135
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p.002006: (38) § 21 Paragraphs 4 and 5 in the version of Federal Law Gazette I No. 131/2015 are only based on the composition of the university councils
p.002006: for the period beginning on March 1, 2018.
p.002006: (39) Section 21 (11) in the version of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 131/2015 is from the beginning of the term of office for
p.002006: to apply the university councils on March 1, 2018.
p.002006: (40) Section 13 (2) 1 lit. k, l and m, Section 54 (6d) and Section 64 (6) shall expire on December 31, 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66 in the version of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 131/2015 also comes into effect
p.002006: Effective January 1, 2016 and expires on December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister has the impact of the study entry and orientation phase in
p.002006: Cooperation with the universities and to evaluate the National Council in December 2020 at the latest
p.002006: Submit a report on the result of the evaluation.
p.002006: (42) The 3a. Section of Part II together with the heading (sections 71a to 71d including headings) comes into effect on January 1
p.002006: 2016 in force and expires on December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister
p.002006: The Federal Minister has to evaluate the effects of the access regulations in cooperation with the universities
p.002006: and submit a report on the result of the evaluation to the National Council by December 2020 at the latest.
p.002006: The focus of the evaluation is on the composition of the applicants and the students
p.002006: of those who have registered for an admission or selection process but who have not
p.002006: have appeared for examination, in social and cultural terms as well as by gender and
p.002006: Nationality. It is permissible by the applicants or examination participants
p.002006: -Participants the employment and the educational career of the parents as well as their profession and their position
p.002006: in the profession within the meaning of § 9 paragraph 6
p.002006: subpara 5, 63 para 1 subpara 4, 64 para 1 subparas 6 to 8, 64 paras 4, 5 and 6, 66
p.002006: paras 1 to 6, 67 paras 1 and 2, 68 para 2, 70 para 2, Chapter 3a of Part II, 72, 73
p.002006: para 1, 74 paras 2 and 4, 75 paras 1 to 3, 77 para 1, 79 paras 5 and 6, 78 para 8, the
p.002006: heading of 82, 82 paras 1 and 2, 84 para 2, 85 including the heading, 86, 87 para 1,
p.002006: 90 para 3, 98 para 4, 99 para 4, 109 paras 3 and 4, 115 including the heading, 119
p.002006: para 6 subpara 1, 123a, 123b paras 5 and 6, 125 para 1, 135 paras 3 to 6 and 143 paras 8, 12a, 23, 24, 29a, 35a, 37 to
p.002006: 44, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016. § 99 paras 5 to 7
p.002006: shall enter into force on October 1, 2016.
p.002006: (38) § 21 paras 4 and 5, as amended by F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the composition of the
p.002006: university councils for the term of office beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (39) § 21 para 11, as amended by Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the term of office of
p.002006: university councils beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (40) § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit k, l and m, § 54 para 6d and § 64 para 6 shall expire as of 31 December
p.002006: , 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 and shall
p.002006: expire as of December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the ramifications of the orientation period in
p.002006: collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the results of the evaluation to the National Council
p.002006: by December 2020 at the latest.
p.002006: (42) Chapter 3a of Part II including the heading (§§ 71a to 71d including the headings) shall enter into force on 1
p.002006: January 2016 and shall become invalid as of 31 December 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the
p.002006: ramifications of the admission regulations in collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the
p.002006: results of the evaluation to the National Council by December 2020 at the latest. The focus of the evaluation shall be
p.002006: the composition of applicants, students and those persons who have registered for an admission procedure or
p.002006: selection procedure, but did not sit the examination, in terms of social and cultural background as well as gender
p.002006: and nationality. It shall be permissible to collect data on the applicants 'or examinees' employment
p.002006: status and the level of education of their parents as well as the latter's occupation and occupational status in
p.002006: the meaning of
p.002006: § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, F. L. G. I No. 12/2002, and to
p.002006: 202 of 205
p.002006: Education Documentation Act, Federal Law Gazette I No. 12/2002, to be recorded and anonymized and aggregated for
p.002006: process statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (43) For the change in the curricula of studies by § 14h in the version of the Federal Law BGBl I No. 52/2013
p.002006: is included until October 1, 2016
p.002006: Section 54 (5) last sentence does not apply.
p.002006: (44) Changes to the curricula, which are based on Section 66 in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I no.
p.002006: 131/2015 are required at the latest
p.002006: Announced on June 30, 2017.
p.002006: (45) The ordinance of the Federal Government on the stipulation of a number of study places for new students
p.002006: and freshmen and about the authorization to rectorates to determine a qualitative
p.002006: Admission procedure, Federal Law Gazette II No. 133/2010, will expire on December 31, 2015.
p.002006: (46) Section 71b (7) 3 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 applies with the proviso that for the
p.002006: Admission to study until the winter semester 2019/2020, the provision of the examination material on the homepage
p.002006: the university or in another suitable form.
p.002006: (47) The provisions of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 also apply
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p.002006: the designation of the programs;
p.002006: 6. the name of the examination or the subject and the assessment made as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the scientific or artistic work and the assessment as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 6. the designation of the examination or the subject, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the academic theses and artistic submissions, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
p.002006: 126 of 205
p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the exam and the assessment;
p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the examination and the result (s) awarded;
p.002006: 9. the name of the exhibitor. 9. the name of
p.002006: the issuer.
p.002006: (3) The examiner has certificates of examinations in front of individual examiners
p.002006: The assessor is responsible for assessing scientific and artistic work,
p.002006: The chairperson of the
p.002006: Examination board, certificates of degrees have that for the study law
p.002006: Issue competent body.
p.002006: (4) The certificates are to be sent immediately, but at the latest within four weeks after the delivery of the to
p.002006: issuing assessing performance. To support international student mobility
p.002006: the connection of a foreign language translation is permitted, the name of the university and the issuing institution
p.002006: Organs are not translatable.
p.002006: (5) The issuing of certificates by means of automated data processing is permitted. If
p.002006: If there is no hand-made production, certification is only required for final certificates.
p.002006: (6) The university has one or a foreign student from the second academic year on request
p.002006: to provide the student with proof of academic success, provided that he or she
p.002006: previous examinations, examinations with a positive assessment of at least 16 ECTS credit points
p.002006: or has completed 8 semester hours per week.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed studies in accordance with Section 58 (11) are included in the final certificate
p.002006: to be marked by a reference to the requirements modified with the notification.
p.002006: (3) Certificates of examinations held before one examiner shall be issued by the latter, those of assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions by the assessor, and those of examinations held before senates by the
p.002006: chairperson of the examination senate. Graduation certificates shall be issued by the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters.
p.002006: (4) Certificates shall be issued without delay, and within four weeks of performance of the work assessed at
p.002006: the latest. In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
p.002006: (5) The issue of certificates by means of electronic data processing is permissible. In the absence of a
p.002006: handwritten signature, attestation is only necessary in the case of graduation certificates.
p.002006: (6) Universities shall, on application of a foreign student, issue him / her a certificate of successful
p.002006: course completion from the second year of study onwards, if he / she has passed examinations equivalent to at least 16
p.002006: ECTS credits or 8 semester hours.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed study programs according to § 58 para 11 shall be specified in the graduation certificate
p.002006: by a reference to the requirements modified by official notification.
p.002006: 4a. section
p.002006: Chapter 4a
p.002006: Admission and supplementary exams, courses and exams
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations, Courses and Examinations
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Exams Admission and
p.002006: Supplementary examinations
p.002006: Section 75. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has technically suitable examiners
p.002006: or to use examiners for the admission and supplementary exams
p.002006: determine and
p.002006: § 75. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall appoint academically qualified examiners for the
p.002006: admission and supplementary examinations; these persons shall determine the method of examination, and
p.002006: determine whether the examination is to be heard by a single examiner or an examination board.
p.002006: 127 of 205
p.002006: to determine whether this is to be taken as an individual examination or as a committee examination.
p.002006: (2) Becomes a university course in preparation for a supplementary exam
p.002006: established, its positive completion counts as a supplementary examination.
p.002006: (2) If a university further education course is held to prepare students for a supplementary examination,
p.002006: its successful completion shall be deemed equivalent to such examination.
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p.002006: semesters over the entire duration of his / her studies.
p.002006: (3) The expiry of the admission in the cases of para 1 subparas 3, 4 and 7, and para 2 shall be notified to the student
p.002006: in writing. Upon application by the student, the rectorate shall issue a notification of assessment.
p.002006: leaving certificate
p.002006: Leaving Certificate
p.002006: § 69. If the student ends a course of study without successfully completing the course, see above
p.002006: a certificate of departure must be issued on request. This has all the exams to which the student in
p.002006: has started this course of study, and state their assessments With regard to the positively assessed
p.002006: Examinations are only to be stated as positive. To support the international mobility of the
p.002006: Students are allowed to connect a foreign language translation, the name of the university and
p.002006: of the issuing body are not to be translated.
p.002006: § 69. A leaving certificate shall be issued on application of a student terminating his / her studies without completing
p.002006: it successfully. The leaving certificate shall list all examinations taken by the student during his / her studies,
p.002006: and the assessments awarded. With regard to the examinations passed, only the positive assessments shall be stated.
p.002006: In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
p.002006: 116 of 205
p.002006: Admission to extraordinary studies Admission to
p.002006: Non-degree programs
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to the extraordinary studies requires proof of any in the curriculum
p.002006: preconditions required for a university course.
p.002006: (2) Admission to the preparatory courses is at the latest until the age of 20
p.002006: possible. In addition, the universities are entitled in accordance with Section 6 (1) 16 to 21
p.002006: Curriculum for a preparatory course one admission age until completion of the
p.002006: 25th year of life if this is necessary due to the content of the course.
p.002006: Section 70. (1) Admission to non-degree programs is conditional on proof that the applicant fulfils any requirements
p.002006: laid down in the curriculum of the certificate university program for further education concerned.
p.002006: (2) Eligibility for admission to preparatory continuing education courses shall cease on the applicant’s 21st
p.002006: birthday. The universities named in § 6 para 1 subparas 16 to 21 shall be entitled to provide for admission to
p.002006: preparatory continuing education courses up to the applicant’s 26th birthday if this is necessitated by the course
p.002006: contents.
p.002006: (3) After the expiry of the admission due to the negative assessment at the last permissible repetition of one
p.002006: Exam is the new admission for this university course excluded.
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p.002006: (2) The certificates awarded shall be determined by the senate, and shall, as a minimum, contain the following
p.002006: information:
p.002006: 1. the issuing university and the title of the certificate; 1. the awarding
p.002006: university and the designation of the certificate;
p.002006: 2. the matriculation number;
p.002006: 2. the matriculation number;
p.002006: 3. the family name and first names; 3. the
p.002006: surname and first names;
p.002006: 4. the date of birth;
p.002006: 4. the date of birth;
p.002006: 5. the name of the course; 5th
p.002006: the designation of the programs;
p.002006: 6. the name of the examination or the subject and the assessment made as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the scientific or artistic work and the assessment as well as the ECTS credit points;
p.002006: 6. the designation of the examination or the subject, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
p.002006: 7. the topic of the academic theses and artistic submissions, the assessment and the ECTS credits;
p.002006: 126 of 205
p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the exam and the assessment;
p.002006: 8. the name of the examiner, the date of the examination and the result (s) awarded;
p.002006: 9. the name of the exhibitor. 9. the name of
p.002006: the issuer.
p.002006: (3) The examiner has certificates of examinations in front of individual examiners
p.002006: The assessor is responsible for assessing scientific and artistic work,
p.002006: The chairperson of the
p.002006: Examination board, certificates of degrees have that for the study law
p.002006: Issue competent body.
p.002006: (4) The certificates are to be sent immediately, but at the latest within four weeks after the delivery of the to
p.002006: issuing assessing performance. To support international student mobility
p.002006: the connection of a foreign language translation is permitted, the name of the university and the issuing institution
p.002006: Organs are not translatable.
p.002006: (5) The issuing of certificates by means of automated data processing is permitted. If
p.002006: If there is no hand-made production, certification is only required for final certificates.
p.002006: (6) The university has one or a foreign student from the second academic year on request
p.002006: to provide the student with proof of academic success, provided that he or she
p.002006: previous examinations, examinations with a positive assessment of at least 16 ECTS credit points
p.002006: or has completed 8 semester hours per week.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed studies in accordance with Section 58 (11) are included in the final certificate
p.002006: to be marked by a reference to the requirements modified with the notification.
p.002006: (3) Certificates of examinations held before one examiner shall be issued by the latter, those of assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions by the assessor, and those of examinations held before senates by the
p.002006: chairperson of the examination senate. Graduation certificates shall be issued by the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters.
p.002006: (4) Certificates shall be issued without delay, and within four weeks of performance of the work assessed at
p.002006: the latest. In the interest of international student mobility a translation may be appended, with the name of the
p.002006: university and of the issuing body not having to be translated.
p.002006: (5) The issue of certificates by means of electronic data processing is permissible. In the absence of a
p.002006: handwritten signature, attestation is only necessary in the case of graduation certificates.
p.002006: (6) Universities shall, on application of a foreign student, issue him / her a certificate of successful
p.002006: course completion from the second year of study onwards, if he / she has passed examinations equivalent to at least 16
p.002006: ECTS credits or 8 semester hours.
p.002006: (7) Successfully completed study programs according to § 58 para 11 shall be specified in the graduation certificate
p.002006: by a reference to the requirements modified by official notification.
p.002006: 4a. section
p.002006: Chapter 4a
p.002006: Admission and supplementary exams, courses and exams
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Examinations, Courses and Examinations
p.002006: Admission and Supplementary Exams Admission and
p.002006: Supplementary examinations
p.002006: Section 75. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has technically suitable examiners
p.002006: or to use examiners for the admission and supplementary exams
p.002006: determine and
p.002006: § 75. (1) The officer responsible for study matters shall appoint academically qualified examiners for the
p.002006: admission and supplementary examinations; these persons shall determine the method of examination, and
p.002006: determine whether the examination is to be heard by a single examiner or an examination board.
p.002006: 127 of 205
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p.002006: (39) Section 21 (11) in the version of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 131/2015 is from the beginning of the term of office for
p.002006: to apply the university councils on March 1, 2018.
p.002006: (40) Section 13 (2) 1 lit. k, l and m, Section 54 (6d) and Section 64 (6) shall expire on December 31, 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66 in the version of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 131/2015 also comes into effect
p.002006: Effective January 1, 2016 and expires on December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister has the impact of the study entry and orientation phase in
p.002006: Cooperation with the universities and to evaluate the National Council in December 2020 at the latest
p.002006: Submit a report on the result of the evaluation.
p.002006: (42) The 3a. Section of Part II together with the heading (sections 71a to 71d including headings) comes into effect on January 1
p.002006: 2016 in force and expires on December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister
p.002006: The Federal Minister has to evaluate the effects of the access regulations in cooperation with the universities
p.002006: and submit a report on the result of the evaluation to the National Council by December 2020 at the latest.
p.002006: The focus of the evaluation is on the composition of the applicants and the students
p.002006: of those who have registered for an admission or selection process but who have not
p.002006: have appeared for examination, in social and cultural terms as well as by gender and
p.002006: Nationality. It is permissible by the applicants or examination participants
p.002006: -Participants the employment and the educational career of the parents as well as their profession and their position
p.002006: in the profession within the meaning of § 9 paragraph 6
p.002006: subpara 5, 63 para 1 subpara 4, 64 para 1 subparas 6 to 8, 64 paras 4, 5 and 6, 66
p.002006: paras 1 to 6, 67 paras 1 and 2, 68 para 2, 70 para 2, Chapter 3a of Part II, 72, 73
p.002006: para 1, 74 paras 2 and 4, 75 paras 1 to 3, 77 para 1, 79 paras 5 and 6, 78 para 8, the
p.002006: heading of 82, 82 paras 1 and 2, 84 para 2, 85 including the heading, 86, 87 para 1,
p.002006: 90 para 3, 98 para 4, 99 para 4, 109 paras 3 and 4, 115 including the heading, 119
p.002006: para 6 subpara 1, 123a, 123b paras 5 and 6, 125 para 1, 135 paras 3 to 6 and 143 paras 8, 12a, 23, 24, 29a, 35a, 37 to
p.002006: 44, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016. § 99 paras 5 to 7
p.002006: shall enter into force on October 1, 2016.
p.002006: (38) § 21 paras 4 and 5, as amended by F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the composition of the
p.002006: university councils for the term of office beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (39) § 21 para 11, as amended by Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall first apply to the term of office of
p.002006: university councils beginning on 1 March 2018.
p.002006: (40) § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit k, l and m, § 54 para 6d and § 64 para 6 shall expire as of 31 December
p.002006: , 2015.
p.002006: (41) Section 66, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 131/2015, shall enter into force on 1 January 2016 and shall
p.002006: expire as of December 31, 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the ramifications of the orientation period in
p.002006: collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the results of the evaluation to the National Council
p.002006: by December 2020 at the latest.
p.002006: (42) Chapter 3a of Part II including the heading (§§ 71a to 71d including the headings) shall enter into force on 1
p.002006: January 2016 and shall become invalid as of 31 December 2021. The Federal Minister shall evaluate the
p.002006: ramifications of the admission regulations in collaboration with the universities and shall submit a report on the
p.002006: results of the evaluation to the National Council by December 2020 at the latest. The focus of the evaluation shall be
p.002006: the composition of applicants, students and those persons who have registered for an admission procedure or
p.002006: selection procedure, but did not sit the examination, in terms of social and cultural background as well as gender
p.002006: and nationality. It shall be permissible to collect data on the applicants 'or examinees' employment
p.002006: status and the level of education of their parents as well as the latter's occupation and occupational status in
p.002006: the meaning of
p.002006: § 9 para 6 of the Education Documentation Act, F. L. G. I No. 12/2002, and to
p.002006: 202 of 205
p.002006: Education Documentation Act, Federal Law Gazette I No. 12/2002, to be recorded and anonymized and aggregated for
p.002006: process statistical and evaluation purposes.
p.002006: (43) For the change in the curricula of studies by § 14h in the version of the Federal Law BGBl I No. 52/2013
p.002006: is included until October 1, 2016
p.002006: Section 54 (5) last sentence does not apply.
p.002006: (44) Changes to the curricula, which are based on Section 66 in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I no.
p.002006: 131/2015 are required at the latest
p.002006: Announced on June 30, 2017.
p.002006: (45) The ordinance of the Federal Government on the stipulation of a number of study places for new students
p.002006: and freshmen and about the authorization to rectorates to determine a qualitative
p.002006: Admission procedure, Federal Law Gazette II No. 133/2010, will expire on December 31, 2015.
p.002006: (46) Section 71b (7) 3 in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 applies with the proviso that for the
p.002006: Admission to study until the winter semester 2019/2020, the provision of the examination material on the homepage
p.002006: the university or in another suitable form.
p.002006: (47) The provisions of Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 also apply
p.002006: Effective October 1, 2017. Section 110 (1) in the version of the Federal Law BGB. I No. 129/2017 occurs at the end of 31
p.002006: December 2021 expires. Ordinances based on Federal Law BGBl. I No. 129/2017 can already be applied from his
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p.002006: 81 of 205
p.002006: Courses accompanying artistic courses, artistic, scientific-artistic and
p.002006: scientific focus. Artistic doctoral studies are not divided into study sections.
p.002006: 13. Dissertations are the scientific papers that are different from the diploma and master theses
p.002006: serve as evidence of the ability to deal independently with scientific questions.
p.002006: 13a. Artistic dissertations include testing of artistic methods and
p.002006: Techniques the development of an artistic, original, concrete research project that leads to a
p.002006: independent and autonomously developed artistic work.
p.002006: 14. Doctoral degrees are the academic degrees that are awarded after completion of the doctoral studies. They are
p.002006: "Doctor" or "Doctor", abbreviated "Dr.", with an addition to be specified in the curriculum, or
p.002006: "Doctor of Philosophy", abbreviated to "PhD".
p.002006: 14a. Applicants are those who are studying at the university concerned
p.002006: Apply for admission to a specific course.
p.002006: 14b. New students are those who apply for a degree after the
p.002006: Completion of an admission or selection process can actually be admitted to study.
p.002006: 14c. Students are those according to the provisions of this federal law by the rectorate for studying
p.002006: persons admitted to the university.
p.002006: 14d. Study places for new students are those study places that are offered by the
p.002006: Universities across Austria or from a university for new students per academic year and
p.002006: Field of study or per academic year and study.
p.002006: 14e. Non-traditional applicants include: Applicants with
p.002006: Disability, working persons, persons with care obligations, persons with delayed
p.002006: Beginning of studies, people with an alternative university entrance as well as people retired or retired.
p.002006: 14f. Supervision is a measure derived from the ratio of students to teaching staff
p.002006: for the reasonable use of scientific and artistic staff through teaching. The
p.002006: 13. “Doctoral theses” mean academic theses which, unlike diploma and master’s theses, serve to
p.002006: demonstrate students ’ability to master scientific topics independently.
p.002006: 13a. Drawing on artistic methods and techniques, artistic doctoral theses shall include the development of an
p.002006: artistic, original, concrete research project that results in an independently and autonomously produced
p.002006: artistic creation.
p.002006: 14. “Doctoral degrees” mean the degrees awarded on successful completion of a doctoral program. Their
p.002006: denomination is "Doctor", abbreviated as "Dr.", followed by a supplement designated by the curriculum, or "Doctor
p.002006: of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”.
p.002006: 14a. “Applicants” mean those persons who apply for admission to a particular study program at a university.
p.002006: 14b. “First-year students” mean those applicants who have been admitted to a program after, where applicable,
p.002006: successfully completing an admission or selection procedure.
p.002006: 14c. “Students” mean persons admitted by the rectorate to study at a university according to the provisions of this
p.002006: act.
p.002006: 14d. “Study places for first-year students” mean those study places that shall be offered by all universities in
p.002006: Austria or by one university, respectively, for first-year students in each academic year and field of
p.002006: education or study programs, respectively.
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p.002006: framework of the pedagogic-practical studies, indicated by the curriculum, the request for a specific examiner at the
p.002006: educational institutions concerned has to be accepted in any case.
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p.002006: (2) The students have in particular (2)
p.002006: Students have a duty in particular:
p.002006: 1. Immediately notify the name of the university at which admission to study is made
p.002006: give;
p.002006: 2. the continuation of studies at the university at which admission to a course exists, each
p.002006: Report semesters during the general admission period or the grace period;
p.002006: 3. deregister from the course in good time in the event of foreseeable inactivity;
p.002006: 1. to inform the university which has admitted them of changes of name and address without delay;
p.002006: 2. to notify the university which has admitted them of the continuation of their studies each semester, for the
p.002006: duration of the general admission period or any extension;
p.002006: 3. to deregister from their programs in a timely manner in case that it is apparent that they are
p.002006: unlikely to continue their studies;
p.002006: 4. Register and deregister for the exams on time and 4. to register for
p.002006: and deregister from examinations within the appointed
p.002006: periods; and
p.002006: 5. On the occasion of the award of the academic degree, one copy of your scientific or artistic one
p.002006: Work or a documentation of her artistic work to the university library and one copy each
p.002006: the dissertation or a documentation of the artistic dissertation to the Austrian
p.002006: Deliver the National Library.
p.002006: (3) The working students and the students with childcare obligations or
p.002006: other similar care obligations, which therefore do not study full-time, but only a part of them
p.002006: Can devote time to study, are entitled to report at what times of the day they have a special one
p.002006: Have a need for courses and exams. The universities have this special need because of the
p.002006: Consideration of registration results when designing your courses and exams, if possible. Already
p.002006: on the occasion of admission to a course of study, the applicant is entitled to this
p.002006: Report need.
p.002006: (4) According to the budgetary possibilities, the students should have sufficient additional courses
p.002006: or courses are offered in the same semester or at the latest in the next semester, if the
p.002006: Students are threatened with an extension of the study period, the cause of which alone or predominantly
p.002006: University is to be attributed, especially in connection with insufficient courses offered by the
p.002006: University. An extension of the study time is attributable to the university, especially if this is due to
p.002006: Provision made when registering for a course.
p.002006: 5. To deliver a copy of their academic thesis or artistic submission or a related written component thereof to the
p.002006: university library and a copy of their doctoral thesis or a related written component of their artistic doctoral
p.002006: thesis to the Austrian National Library upon the award of their degree.
p.002006: (3) Working students and students who are unable to study full time due to child care or similar care commitments and
p.002006: can thus only devote part of their time to their studies shall be entitled to notify the university of the times at
p.002006: which they have special needs in respect of courses and examinations. Wherever possible, universities shall take into
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p.002006: collection of tuition fees.
p.002006: Waiver and reimbursement of the tuition remission and
p.002006: Reimbursement of the Tuition Fees
p.002006: Section 92. (1) The tuition fee is to be waived in particular by ordinary students
p.002006: 1. for the semesters in which you can demonstrate studies or practical training within the framework of transnational EU,
p.002006: state or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for the semesters in which they complete studies abroad due to mandatory provisions in the curriculum
p.002006: become;
p.002006: 3. when the foreign post-secondary educational institution they attended last with the
p.002006: Austrian university has concluded a partnership agreement, which also includes the
p.002006: mutual waiver of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. if you are a citizen of a country specified in the Tuition Fee Regulation, whereby
p.002006: the definition of the "Least Developed Countries" according to the "DAC List of ODA Recipients"
p.002006: orientated by the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the Organization for Economic Development
p.002006: Cooperation and Development (OECD) is created;
p.002006: 4. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
p.002006: set period for semesters in which they can be proven to be due to illness or more than two months
p.002006: Pregnancy or through childcare obligations of children up to their 7th birthday or any later
p.002006: Were unable to enter school or were prevented from studying by other similar care obligations;
p.002006: § 92. (1) Remission of the tuition fees shall, in particular, be granted to degree- students
p.002006: 1. for semesters during which they will demonstrably be studying or acquiring work experience under transnational
p.002006: EU, national or university mobility programs;
p.002006: 2. for semesters during which they will be studying abroad due to mandatory curriculum requirements;
p.002006: 3. whose most recently attended foreign post-secondary educational institution has concluded a partnership
p.002006: agreement with an Austrian university providing for the reciprocal remission of tuition fees;
p.002006: 3a. who are citizens of states determined in the Decree on the Collection of Tuition Fees. The
p.002006: determination shall be aligned with the “Least Developed Countries” according to the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” which
p.002006: is drawn up by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development's (OECD) Development Assistance
p.002006: Committee (DAC);
p.002006: 4. who fulfills the requirements under § 91 para 1, even when the time period laid down in para 1 is exceeded, for those
p.002006: semesters for which they have documentary evidence of being hindered by illness, pregnancy or care of children and
p.002006: upbringing of a child up to the age of seven or until the child enters first grade, or similar kinds of care, for more
p.002006: than two months;
p.002006: (Note: Z 5 repealed by VfGH, BGBl. I No. 11/2017) 5. [removed]
p.002006: 6. which meet the requirements of section 91 (1), even if the one in section 1 is exceeded
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p.002006: perform the chairperson’s duties for the duration of the current proceeding or until such time as a new chairperson
p.002006: is appointed.
p.002006: (6) The members of the arbitration committee shall perform their duties independently, and shall not be
p.002006: bound by any instructions. Decisions of the arbitration committee may not be annulled or amended by
p.002006: administrative decisions. Both parties may appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the committee’s decision.
p.002006: (7) The members of the arbitration committee are entitled to reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses, and to
p.002006: compensation commensurate with the time and work devoted to their duties. Such compensation shall be determined by
p.002006: decree of the Federal Minister, having regard to the importance and scope of the duties to be performed.
p.002006: development plan
p.002006: Development plan
p.002006: § 13b. (1) The development plan is the strategic planning tool of the university and is an essential one
p.002006: Basis for the performance agreement. The rectorate has the development plan by December 31 of the second at the latest
p.002006: Year of each performance agreement period using rolling planning for the following two
p.002006: Establish performance agreement periods as well as after referral to the Senate (Section 25 Paragraph 1 No. 2) and
p.002006: after approval by the
p.002006: § 13b. (1) The development plan is the university's strategic planning instrument and shall
p.002006: constitute an important basis for the performance agreements. The rectorate shall prepare the development plan by 31
p.002006: December of the second year of each performance agreement period based on rolling forecasts for the following two
p.002006: performance agreement periods and after hearing the opinion of the senate (§ 25 para 1 (2)) and shall publish it in the
p.002006: university gazette, after approval has been given by the university council, and forward it to the Federal Minister.
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p.002006: University Council to be announced in the newsletter and to the Federal Minister
p.002006: forward.
p.002006: (2) The development plan must be based on the structure of the service agreement in accordance with Section 13 (2) (1). He
p.002006: includes the technical dedication for university professors according to § 98
p.002006: Paragraph 1, including the dedications for
p.002006: University professors in clinical and non-clinical areas according to §
p.002006: 123b paragraph 1. The development plan has a description of the personnel strategy and the number of
p.002006: University professors in accordance with sections 98 and 99, provided they are for at least three years
p.002006: are ordered to include. It includes the professional dedication of the positions for university professors
p.002006: University professors in accordance with section 123b (1). The development plan also has a description of personnel development
p.002006: to include. This also includes the desired quality of a job at all career levels,
p.002006: but especially that of young scientists. In addition, are the intended ones
p.002006: Introduction of new regular studies and the intended abandonment of regular studies.
p.002006: (3) The development plan also includes the number of positions that are within the meaning of the
p.002006: Section 27 (1) of the collective agreement concluded in accordance with Section 108 (3) in the on
p.002006: 1 October 2015 applicable version for a qualification agreement.
p.002006: (2) The development plan shall be aligned with the structure of the performance agreement under § 13 para 2 (1). It
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p.002006: Sub-Chapter 3
p.002006: Management and Accounting Financial Management and
p.002006: Accounting
p.002006: financial management
p.002006: Financial management
p.002006: § 15. (1) The Rectorate has the conduct of the university according to the principles of legality,
p.002006: Efficiency, expediency, economy and transparency to shape and the budget of the
p.002006: To run the university with due care.
p.002006: (2) The universities can freely dispose of their income, unless otherwise stipulated by law
p.002006: is. Any intended uses must be taken into account.
p.002006: § 15. (1) The rectorate shall conduct the financial affairs of the university in accordance with the law, and with the
p.002006: principles of efficiency, expediency, frugality and transparency, and shall manage the universities ’budget with due
p.002006: care.
p.002006: (2) The universities shall be free to use their income as they see fit, except insofar as the law provides
p.002006: otherwise, and having regard to the purposes of any tied funds.
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p.002006: (3) The universities are managed in their own name and for their own account.
p.002006: (4) The establishment of liabilities related to the ongoing business of the university
p.002006: going out requires the approval of the University Council. This can authorize the rectorate
p.002006: Accept liabilities up to a certain amount without his prior consent.
p.002006: (4a) The universities have, without prejudice to paragraph 4, before entering into liability or before taking out loans
p.002006: with a limit of 10 million euros or more, obtain the approval of the Federal Minister.
p.002006: The Federal Minister has to make a decision within four months. In front
p.002006: The Federal Minister of Finance can grant approval
p.002006: to give an opinion. Approval can be refused with notice if the receipt of the
p.002006: Liability or taking out the loan exceeds the financial capacity of the university or
p.002006: endangered. An appeal against the decision can be made to the Federal Administrative Court. By decree of
p.002006: The Federal Minister can apply to groups of universities taking into account everyone
p.002006: University according to
p.002006: A higher amount limit can be set for the global budgets provided in § 12 (6).
p.002006: (5) The federal government is not liable for university liabilities, unless otherwise provided by law
p.002006: is determined.
p.002006: (6) The conduct of the universities, the companies and foundations they have founded in accordance with Section 10 (1)
p.002006: and associations as well as the conduct of those companies whose shares the university indirectly or
p.002006: holding directly to more than 50% is subject to audit by the Court of Auditors.
p.002006: (7) The universities are subject to investment and financial controlling in accordance with § 15b of the
p.002006: Federal Budget Act - BHG, Federal Law Gazette No. 213/1986.
p.002006: (3) The universities shall manage their financial affairs in their own name and for their own account.
p.002006: (4) The assumption of non-current liabilities shall require the approval of the university council. This may empower
p.002006: the rectorate to assume liabilities up to a given amount without its prior consent.
p.002006: (4a) Notwithstanding para 4, the universities shall seek the approval of the Federal Minister, before
p.002006: entering into liabilities or taking out loans exceeding € 10 million. The Federal Minister shall take a
p.002006: decision within four months by official notification. Prior to this approval, the Federal Minister of Finance shall
p.002006: have the opportunity to give her / his opinion. The approval can be denied by official notification, if
p.002006: entering into liabilities or taking out a loan exceeds or endangers the university's financial capacity. An appeal
p.002006: against the official notification can be lodged with the Federal Administrative Court. The Federal Minister shall
p.002006: have the right to determine, by decree, a higher limit for groups of universities, taking into account the global
p.002006: budget that each university has been allocated under § 12 para 6.
p.002006: (5) The Federal Government shall not be liable for the universities ’debts except insofar as the law provides
p.002006: otherwise.
p.002006: (6) The universities' financial management as well as that of the companies, foundations and associations they have
p.002006: founded under § 10 para 1 and the financial management of those companies of which the university holds a direct or
p.002006: indirect share of more than 50%, shall be examined by the Court of Audit.
p.002006: (7) The universities are subject to share and finance controlling according to
p.002006: Section 15b of the Federal Budget Act, F.L.G. No. 213/1986.
p.002006: Accounting and reports
p.002006: Accounting and reporting
p.002006: § 16. (1) At each university there is an accounting under the responsibility and direction of the rectorate,
p.002006: including a cost and performance accounting, and set up a reporting system that the
p.002006: Correspond to university tasks. For accounting, the first section of the third book is the
p.002006: Commercial Code apply accordingly.
p.002006: § 16. (1) Every university shall install an accounting system, including income and expenditure accounting, and a
p.002006: reporting system, appropriate to its duties, which shall fall under the responsibility and management of the rectorate.
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p.002006: other universities. The Federal Minister has in
p.002006: Agreement with the Federal Minister of Finance by ordinance the necessary
p.002006: Regulations, adjustments and additions to the structure of the financial statements, consisting of the balance sheet
p.002006: and income statement, for the valuation of assets and liabilities, for the application of
p.002006: Assessment simplification procedures, for auditing the accounts, for admission
p.002006: appropriate explanations and for a uniform application of these principles.
p.002006: (2a) After consulting the universities, the Federal Minister agrees with
p.002006: the Federal Minister of Finance by ordinance uniform standards for
p.002006: ensure cost and performance accounting in accordance with paragraph 1.
p.002006: (3) The accounting year of the universities corresponds to the calendar year, unless something is stated in the regulation pursuant to Paragraph 2
p.002006: other is arranged.
p.002006: (4) The Rectorate has to close the university council by April 30th
p.002006: the past financial year together with a report by an auditor
p.002006: required. The final examiner is at least six months before the University Council expires
p.002006: of the accounting year with the audit of the accounting and the closing of accounts. The
p.002006: The final examiner must be sworn in independently of the university
p.002006: Certified Public Accountant and Tax Advisor or an independent sworn certified public accountant and
p.002006: Be a tax advisor or an accounting and tax advisory firm.
p.002006: (5) The university council has to approve the accounts presented by the rectorate within four weeks and
p.002006: to be forwarded to the Federal Minister. Takes place up to this point
p.002006: no approval, the clearance of accounts with a corresponding opinion is nevertheless
p.002006: forward.
p.002006: (2) Any university may, in addition, apply further chapters of the third volume of the Corporate Code - UGB, Law
p.002006: Gazette of the German Reich p. 219/1897, last amended by Financial Reporting Amendment Act, F. L. G. I No 22/2015, in
p.002006: order to comply with its obligation to present financial statements comparable with those of other universities. The
p.002006: Federal Minister shall, by decree, in consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, make such regulations
p.002006: for, and adjustments and additions to the format of the financial statements - which shall consist of a balance
p.002006: sheet and a profit and loss account - as are necessary for measurement of a university’s assets and
p.002006: liabilities, the use of simplified valuation methods, auditing of the statements, the preparation of appropriate notes
p.002006: and uniform application of these principles.
p.002006: (2a) The Federal Minister shall by decree, after hearing the opinion of the universities and in
p.002006: consultation with the Federal Minister of Finance, ensure that uniform principles for income and expenditure
p.002006: accounting under para 1 are in place.
p.002006: (3) The universities ’financial year shall correspond to the calendar year, unless otherwise provided for by the decree
p.002006: under para 3.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall submit annual financial statements, together with an auditor’s report, to the
p.002006: university council by April 30 of each year. The auditor shall be appointed by the university council to audit the
p.002006: books of account and the financial statements not later than six months before the end of the current financial year.
p.002006: The auditor must be a registered auditor and chartered accountant or an auditing and accounting firm
p.002006: independent of the university.
p.002006: (5) The university council shall approve the financial statements submitted by the rectorate within four weeks and
p.002006: forward them to the Federal Minister. In the absence of such approval within the appointed period the financial
p.002006: statements shall nevertheless be forwarded to the Federal Minister, together with an opinion thereon.
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p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister can stipulate that the universities her or him
p.002006: continuously supported by automation and in a technically suitable form access to the planning, control and
p.002006: the statistics require standardized personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other
p.002006: Provide information, in particular for the calculation of the indicators in accordance with Section 12 (8).
p.002006: (6) The Federal Minister may, by decree, determine the universities ’duty to provide him / her with ongoing, automated
p.002006: access in an appropriate technical form to such standardized personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information
p.002006: as are necessary for the planning, control and statistics, and in particular for the calculation of indicators in
p.002006: in accordance with § 12 para 8.
p.002006: Use of services
p.002006: Use of External Services
p.002006: § 17. (1) Bundesrechenzentrum GmbH has the universities at their request and for a fee at
p.002006: Support the establishment, further development and operation of the IT processes required for accounting in accordance with §
p.002006: 16 and personnel management are required in accordance with §§ 125 ff.
p.002006: (2) For the personnel accounting of the officials are those operated by Bundesrechenzentrum GmbH
p.002006: in any case to make use of the relevant IT procedures. Due to the processing of personal data
p.002006: Bundesrechenzentrum GmbH acts as a processor in the sense of Art. 28 GDPR.
p.002006: § 17. (1) At their request, Federal Computer Center shall, for consideration, assist the universities with
p.002006: the installation, development and operation of the IT applications necessary for accounting systems as
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p.002006: papers, as well as academic theses and artistic submissions).
p.002006: (2b) The statute may contain certain provisions concerning the use of foreign languages in courses and examinations as
p.002006: well as for writing academic theses.
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p.002006: (3) Elections are to be held secretly, the right to vote must be exercised personally and directly.
p.002006: (3) Elections shall be by secret ballot, and the right to vote must be exercised in person.
p.002006: Leadership and internal organization management
p.002006: and Internal Organization
p.002006: § 20. (1) The highest organs of the university are the university council, the rectorate
p.002006: Rector and the Senate.
p.002006: (2) Membership in more than one of the highest organs of the university is not permitted.
p.002006: (3) The members of collegial bodies are not instructed or instructed in the exercise of this function
p.002006: bound (Art. 81c para. 1 B-VG). You have a chairperson with a simple majority of votes
p.002006: choose. Comes in for the election, posting or nomination of representatives
p.002006: The group of colleges appointed to the university does not meet this obligation in good time, the
p.002006: University council of this group of people a one-time grace period to catch up on the election, posting or
p.002006: To set nomination. If the Senate comes under its obligation to elect the members of the University Council in accordance with § 21
p.002006: 6 para. 1 or para. 7 not in due time, the Federal Minister has one in the Senate
p.002006: to set a one-time grace period to make up for the election. If this period passes without result, this applies
p.002006: The collegial body, even without representatives of this group of people, is composed according to the law.
p.002006: (4) After the Senate has given its opinion, the Rectorate must draw up an organizational plan which is subject to the approval of the
p.002006: University council needs. When setting up organizational units (departments, faculties, institutes
p.002006: or other organizational units) is based on an appropriate summary according to the criteria of
p.002006: Research, development and development of the arts, teaching and learning as well as administration. The Rectorate has
p.002006: ensure that the organizational units have the necessary to perform their tasks
p.002006: Resources are allocated.
p.002006: (5) To the head of an organizational unit with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
p.002006: Development and development of the arts and the teaching of art is based on from the rectorate
p.002006: Proposal from the university professors of the concerned
p.002006: Organizational unit is a suitably qualified person with an upright employment relationship with the federal government
p.002006: University is assigned to the service, or an upright employment relationship with the university
p.002006: to order. These heads have with those of the organizational unit concerned
p.002006: § 20. (1) The senior governing bodies of the university shall be the university council, the rectorate, the rector and
p.002006: the senate.
p.002006: (2) Membership of more than one of these senior bodies is impermissible.
p.002006: (3) The members of collegial boards shall not be bound by any instructions in the exercise of this function (Art 81c
p.002006: para 1 Federal Constitutional Law). They shall elect a chairperson by a simple majority. In case that the group of
p.002006: persons responsible for electing, appointing or nominating representatives to a collegial board of a
p.002006: university fails to do so within the appointed time, the university council shall grant such group of persons a
p.002006: one-time extension for such election, appointment or nomination. In case that the senate fails to comply with its
p.002006: obligation to elect the members of the university council in accordance with § 21 para 6 subpara 1 or para 7 within the
p.002006: appointed time, the Federal Minister shall grant a one-time extension for such election. If this extension period
p.002006: passes without result, the collegial board shall be deemed to be legally constituted without representatives of such
p.002006: group of persons.
p.002006: (4) The rectorate shall, having received the opinion of the senate, prepare an organization plan which shall require
p.002006: the approval of the university council. When establishing organizational units (departments, faculties,
p.002006: institutes or other organizational units) attention shall be paid to combining units in the interests of
p.002006: efficient research (and advancement and appreciation of the arts), teaching, study and administration. The rectorate
p.002006: shall ensure that sufficient resources are allocated to such organizational units to enable them to fulfill their tasks.
p.002006: (5) The rectorate shall, on the basis of nominations from the university professors of the organizational
p.002006: unit concerned, appoint a person with relevant qualifications - who is employed by the Federal Government and
p.002006: assigned to the university or is employed by the university - as the head of an organizational unit responsible for
p.002006: research and teaching or the advancement and appreciation of the arts and teaching. Such unit heads shall conclude
p.002006: target agreements with the university members assigned to the respective organizational units specifying the services
p.002006: to be rendered by such members in respect of research, the advancement and appreciation
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p.002006: assigned members of the university target agreements on the achievements in research or development and
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as the teaching to be completed by these relatives. It is on
p.002006: the freedom of science and the arts and a corresponding freedom of the individual scientists
p.002006: and scientists and artists in research or in the development and development of the
p.002006: To take care of the arts and teaching. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (5a) The head of an organizational unit with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
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p.002006: (2) The career advancement plan for women and the equal opportunities plan shall facilitate the implementation of the
p.002006: provisions under constitutional law for the actual gender equality according to § 7 paras. 2 and 3 of the Federal
p.002006: Constitutional Law (B-VG) and the Federal Equal Opportunities Act (B-GlBG) with regard to the universities and the
p.002006: provisions hereunder regarding gender equality and equal opportunities for women and men. In addition to the
p.002006: career advancement plan for women under § 11a of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act, in particular matters of
p.002006: compatibility (§ 2 subpara. 13) and anti-discrimination (Chapter 2 of Part I of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act)
p.002006: shall be laid down in the equal opportunities plan.
p.002006: University Board
p.002006: University Council
p.002006: § 21. (1) The University Council acts as an accompanying and forward-looking supervisory body
p.002006: the following tasks:
p.002006: 1. Approval of the development plan, the organizational plan, the draft service agreement and
p.002006: the Rectorate's Rules of Procedure;
p.002006: 2. Announcement of the role of the Rector at least eight months before the expected one
p.002006: This function becomes available or within three months from the date of recall or resignation;
p.002006: 3. Adoption of the provisions for the election of the rector after obtaining an opinion from the
p.002006: Senates, which this must submit within four weeks of submission;
p.002006: 4. Election of the Rector from the Senate tripartite proposal within four weeks from the submission of the
p.002006: proposal;
p.002006: 5. Election of the Vice-Rectors on the basis of a proposal by the Rector and after
p.002006: Opinion of the Senate;
p.002006: 6. Conclusion of the target agreements with the rector and the rectorate;
p.002006: 6a. Concluding employment contracts with the Rector and the Vice-Rectors;
p.002006: 7. dismissal of the Rector and the Vice-Rectors;
p.002006: § 21. (1) In its guiding and proactive role as a supervisory body, the university council shall have the following
p.002006: duties:
p.002006: 1. approving the development plan, the organization plan, the draft performance agreement as well as
p.002006: the rules of procedure of the rectorate;
p.002006: 2. advertising the post of the rector eight months prior to the expected availability of the post at the
p.002006: latest or within three months after dismissal or resignation;
p.002006: 3. enacting regulations for the election of the rector after receiving the senate's opinion thereon, which shall be
p.002006: submitted within four weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 4. electing the rector from a shortlist of three candidates nominated by the senate within four weeks upon
p.002006: receipt of the shortlist;
p.002006: 5. electing the vice-rectors on the basis of nominations made by the rector after receiving the senate's opinion
p.002006: thereon;
p.002006: 6. concluding the performance agreements with the rector and the rectorate; 6a. concluding the service agreements with
p.002006: the rector and the vice-rectors;
p.002006: 7. dismissing the rector and the vice-rectors;
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p.002006: 8. nomination of a female and a male member for the arbitration commission;
p.002006: 9. Approval of the establishment of companies and foundations as well as participation in companies;
p.002006: 10. Approval of the guidelines for the handling as well as approval of the accounts and the
p.002006: Knowledge base of the Rectorate and forwarding to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 11. Appointment of an auditor to audit the accounts of the
p.002006: University;
p.002006: 12. Approval of the establishment of liabilities relating to the university's ongoing business
p.002006: go beyond, as well as authorization of the rectorate, such liabilities up to a certain amount without prior
p.002006: Obtain approval from the University Council;
p.002006: 13. Annual reporting obligation and immediate reporting obligation in the event of serious violations of the law
p.002006: from university organs and in the event of serious economic damage to the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister; the annual report has a report on measures related to the
p.002006: gender-appropriate composition of the university collegiate bodies in accordance with Section 20a, if applicable one
p.002006: Justification for non-compliance with this provision and a report on it
p.002006: contain which measures the university plans to implement this provision; the annual report is too
p.002006: to inform the Senate;
p.002006: 14. Approval of the budget estimate within four weeks of submission by the rectorate; refuses the
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p.002006: three weeks;
p.002006: 8. nominating one female and one male member of the arbitration board;
p.002006: 9. approving the establishment of companies and foundations as well as shareholding in companies;
p.002006: 10. Approving the guidelines for financial management, the financial statements and the intellectual capital report of
p.002006: the rectorate and forwarding the same to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 11. appointing an auditor to audit the financial statements of the university;
p.002006: 12. approving the assumption of non-current liabilities, and empowering the rectorate to assume such
p.002006: liabilities up to a certain limit without seeking the prior approval of the university council;
p.002006: 13. reporting to the Federal Minister annually and reporting to the Federal Minister without delay in case of
p.002006: serious breaches of the law by university governing bodies or the danger of serious financial loss; the annual report
p.002006: shall contain a report on the measures taken in connection with the gender balanced composition of collegial bodies at
p.002006: universities according to § 20a and, where applicable, an explanatory statement on the non-compliance with this
p.002006: provision and a report on the measures planned by the university for the implementation of this provision; the annual
p.002006: report shall be forwarded to the senate;
p.002006: 14. approving the proposed budget within four weeks upon receipt from the rectorate; if the university
p.002006: council refuses acceptance within four weeks upon receipt, the rectorate shall submit a new proposal without
p.002006: delay; if the university council fails to accept it within the period stipulated, the proposed budget shall be deemed
p.002006: to be approved;
p.002006: 15. preparing an opinion on the performance agreement prior to its conclusion by the rector within three weeks;
p.002006: 16. Adoption of the University Council's rules of procedure. 16. enacting rules
p.002006: of procedure for the university council.
p.002006: (2) The University Council or at least two members of the University Council are common
p.002006: authorized to inform itself about all matters of the university. The opinion was sent to the
p.002006: University Council and is to be dealt with in the next meeting of the University Council. The
p.002006: University organs are obliged to provide the University Council with all relevant information
p.002006: (2) The university council or at least two members of the university council together shall be entitled to request
p.002006: information on all and any matters concerning the university. The statement shall be forwarded to the university
p.002006: council and shall be dealt with in the next meeting of the university council. The university governing bodies shall
p.002006: be obliged to provide the university council with all relevant
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p.002006: To provide information, business items and documents related to that of the University Council
p.002006: Submit designated items, conduct surveys ordered by him and carry out on-site inspections
p.002006: and have the job done. At most, this can also include personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The University Council consists of five, seven or nine members who hold responsible positions in
p.002006: society, especially science, culture or business, are or were active and based on
p.002006: Because of their excellent knowledge and experience, they contribute to achieving the goals and tasks of
p.002006: University can afford. The Senate has a say in changing the size of the University Council
p.002006: Two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the Federal Government, State Secretaries and
p.002006: State Secretaries, members of a state government, members of the National Council, the Federal Council or one
p.002006: other general representative body and officials of a political party and persons who do not belong
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p.002006: 5. Appointment and dismissal of the heads of organizational units;
p.002006: 6. Conclusion of target agreements with the heads of the organizational units;
p.002006: 7. Allocation of members of the university (Section 94 (1) 2 to 6) to the individual organizational units;
p.002006: § 22. (1) The rectorate shall manage the university and shall represent it. It shall be responsible for all matters not
p.002006: assigned to other governing bodies by this Act. Its tasks shall, in particular, include:
p.002006: 1. preparing a draft statute as well as drafts of changes to the statute for submission to the senate;
p.002006: 2. preparing a university development plan for submission to the senate and the university council;
p.002006: 3. preparing a university organization plan for submission to the senate and the university council;
p.002006: 4. preparing a draft performance agreement for submission to the university council;
p.002006: 5. appointing and dismissing the heads of organizational units;
p.002006: 6. concluding target agreements with the heads of organizational units;
p.002006: 7. assigning university members (§ 94 para 1 subparas 2 to 6) to organizational units;
p.002006: 8. Admission of students; 8th.
p.002006: admitting students;
p.002006: 9. Collection of tuition fees at the statutory rate; 9. collecting tuition fees
p.002006: in the amount provided for by statute; 9a. Determination of the course fees according to § 56 paragraph 3;
p.002006: 9a. determining the course fees under § 56 para 3;
p.002006: 10. Arrange evaluations and publish evaluation results;
p.002006: 10. initiating evaluations and publication of the results thereof;
p.002006: 11. Granting of the teaching license (venia docendi); 11. awarding
p.002006: habilitation degrees (venia docendi);
p.002006: 12. Establishment and opening of studies, opinion on the curricula, prohibition of curricula or their
p.002006: Changes if they contradict the development plan or if they cannot be covered,
p.002006: 12. establishing and discontinuing study programs, giving opinions on curricula, prohibiting curricula or
p.002006: changes, if they do not comply with the development plan or if they are not feasible, or, if an expert
p.002006: comment
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p.002006: or, if a commissioned by the rectorate according to internationally recognized scientific criteria
p.002006: expert opinion comes to the conclusion that the content of the curriculum with regard to the
p.002006: scientific and artistic vocational training and qualification for professional
p.002006: Activities that involve the application of scientific and artistic knowledge and methods
p.002006: require is not sufficient; when giving up a course of study or prohibiting a curriculum or
p.002006: its change and the commissioning of an expert opinion is, if possible, in agreement with the
p.002006: To produce the Senate;
p.002006: which has been commissioned by the rectorate and prepared based on internationally recognized scientific
p.002006: criteria concludes that the content of the curriculum is not sufficient regarding the scientific and artistic training
p.002006: and the qualification for professions that require the application of scientific and artistic knowledge and methods;
p.002006: discontinuing a study program or prohibiting a curriculum or changes change and commissioning an expert opinion
p.002006: shall take place in consultation with the senate, wherever possible;
p.002006: 13. establishment of an accounting and reporting system; 13. establishing an
p.002006: accounting and reporting system;
p.002006: 14. Preparation of the budget estimate for submission to the university council and budget allocation;
p.002006: 14. preparing a draft budget for submission to the university council and allocating budgets;
p.002006: 14a. Submission of the budget estimate to the Senate for information; 14a. forwarding the draft
p.002006: budget to the senate for its information:
p.002006: 15. preparation of the accounts and the knowledge balance; 15. preparing the
p.002006: financial statements and the intellectual capital report;
p.002006: 16. Issuing guidelines for empowering employees
p.002006: University employees in accordance with Section 28 (1);
p.002006: 17. the establishment of a planning and reporting system to ensure compliance with the
p.002006: Reporting obligations by the universities in accordance with the legal regulations and the requirements of
p.002006: Federal Minister of Finance with regard to the establishment of a participation and
p.002006: Financial controlling guaranteed.
p.002006: (2) All the university's facilities are subordinate to the rectorate. The Rectorate can make decisions of other organs
p.002006: with the exception of the decisions of the University Council, refer back if those decisions after
p.002006: The Rectorate's view is contrary to laws and regulations, including the Articles of Association. The
p.002006: The University Council must be informed in serious cases.
p.002006: (3) The Rectorate consists of the Rector and up to four Vice-Rectors. In the
p.002006: The composition of the rectorate must ensure that it has the appropriate competencies in the area of
p.002006: Science as well as management and administrative leadership skills. According to the organizational plan, the
p.002006: University has a medical faculty, so there is in any case a vice rector
p.002006: to be provided for the medical field, which deviates from the first sentence, the number of members of the
p.002006: Rectorate can increase accordingly. The Vice Rector
p.002006: 16. enacting regulations for the granting of authorizations to employees of the university according to § 28 para 1;
p.002006: 17. Establishing a planning and reporting system which guarantees the fulfillment of the reporting
p.002006: obligations of the universities according to the legal provisions and the directives of the Federal Minister of Finance
p.002006: on the establishment of a share and finance controlling.
p.002006: (2) The rectorate shall superintend all organizational units of the university. The rectorate may remit decisions by
p.002006: other governing bodies with the exception of the university council if in its opinion such decisions are in
p.002006: conflict with the law or decrees including the university statute. In cases of major importance, the rectorate shall
p.002006: inform the university council.
p.002006: (3) The rectorate shall consist of the rector and up to four vice-rectors. In determining the composition
p.002006: of the rectorate, care shall be taken to ensure that its members possess the necessary scientific,
p.002006: managerial and administrative capabilities. If a faculty of medicine has been established according
p.002006: to the organization plan of the university, a vice rector for the clinical department shall be appointed, which can
p.002006: mean an increase in the number of members of the rectorate, notwithstanding the first sentence. The vice rector for the
p.002006: clinical department shall also be the dean of the faculty of medicine.
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p.002006: or the vice rector for the medical field is also head of the medical faculty.
p.002006: (Note: Section 3a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) (3a) [removed]
p.002006: (4) The rector is the chairperson of the rectorate and its spokesperson
p.002006: Speaker.
p.002006: (5) The Rectorate decides by majority vote, unless otherwise stated in the rules of procedure
p.002006: is determined. In the event of a tie, the Rector's vote is decisive.
p.002006: (6) The Rectorate has to issue rules of procedure that require the approval of the University Council and in
p.002006: Newsletter is to be announced. The agenda shall stipulate which agendas in accordance with para
p.002006: individual members of the rectorate alone, which agendas of two members of the
p.002006: Rectorate and which are to be shared by all members. Decisions in
p.002006: In any case, economic affairs must be met by at least two members of the rectorate.
p.002006: The powers of representation must also be laid down in the rules of procedure.
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p.002006: Majority of all members required; in the second case the decision in the university council requires the
p.002006: Two-thirds majority of all members, the Senate is to be heard. This ends with the effectiveness of the dismissal
p.002006: Rector's employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: (2) The university council shall advertise the post of the rector upon approval by the senate, no later than eight
p.002006: months prior to the expected availability of the post or within three months after dismissal or resignation. only
p.002006: persons with international experience and the necessary abilities to manage a university’s organization and
p.002006: finances may be selected as rector.
p.002006: (3) The rector shall be selected from a shortlist of three candidates proposed by the senate, and shall be
p.002006: appointed for a term of four years. A re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (4) The rector’s employment contract and target agreement shall be concluded with the university council.
p.002006: (5) The university council may dismiss the rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, or
p.002006: mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. Such dismissal may be effected on
p.002006: application of the senate or by the university council acting ex officio. In the former case, a simple majority of
p.002006: all members of both bodies shall be required, and in the latter a resolution of the university council passed by a
p.002006: two-thirds majority of all members, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into effect of the
p.002006: dismissal the employment contract of the rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: selection committee
p.002006: Search Committee
p.002006: § 23a. (1) The rector must be elected no later than four weeks after the advertisement
p.002006: Finding commission set up. The search committee includes the chair of the university council
p.002006: and the chair of the Senate.
p.002006: § 23a. (1) For the election of the rector, a search committee shall be established no more than four weeks after the
p.002006: advertisement of the post. The chairperson of the university council and the chairperson of the senate shall be members
p.002006: of the search committee.
p.002006: (2) The tasks of the Finding Committee are: (2) The search
p.002006: committee shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Review the applications received for the role of rector;
p.002006: 1. examining the applications received for the post of the rector;
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p.002006: 2. Active search for candidates for the role of rector;
p.002006: 3. Preparation of a proposal for the election of the rector to the Senate within a maximum of four
p.002006: Months from the tender. The proposal has the three most suitable for filling the position
p.002006: To contain candidates; the finding commission is entitled, too
p.002006: Candidates who have not applied should be included in the proposal with their consent.
p.002006: (3) The tripartite proposal drawn up by the search committee is not binding.
p.002006: (4) When preparing the proposal in accordance with paragraph 2 no
p.002006: the Federal Equal Treatment Act.
p.002006: 2. actively searching for candidates for the post of the rector;
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p.002006: is not binding.
p.002006: (6) If the search committee is in delay in the meaning of para 2 subpara 3, the university council shall make the
p.002006: substitute performance within four weeks. The shortlist of three candidates drawn up by the university council as
p.002006: a result of the substitute performance shall not be binding.
p.002006: Reappointment of the Rector
p.002006: Reappointment of the Rector
p.002006: § 23b. (1) Give the acting rector to her before the job is advertised
p.002006: If you are interested in exercising the function for another term, you can place an order without
p.002006: Tenders will be issued if the Senate and the University Council each agree with a two-thirds majority. repeated
p.002006: Reappointments are permitted.
p.002006: (2) If the acting rector applies for the advertised position, it is
p.002006: or in any case include him in the search commission's proposal.
p.002006: § 23b. (1) If, prior to the advertisement of the post, the rector in office expresses her / his interest in serving in
p.002006: this function for another term, a re-appointment without advertising the post shall be permissible, if both the senate
p.002006: and the university council accept this with a two-thirds majority. Consecutive reappointments shall
p.002006: be permissible.
p.002006: (2) If the rector in office applies for the advertised post, he or she shall be included in the
p.002006: shortlist prepared by the search committee.
p.002006: Vice-Rectors
p.002006: Vice-Rector
p.002006: § 24. (1) The Rector determines the number and the level of employment of the
p.002006: Vice-Rectors. The Senate has the right to comment.
p.002006: § 24. (1) The rector shall determine the number and extent of employment of the vice-rectors. The senate shall be
p.002006: entitled to express an opinion thereon.
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p.002006: (2) The Vice Rectors are from the University Council on the recommendation of the Rector
p.002006: and, after hearing the Senate, to vote for a term of office that corresponds to that of the Rector.
p.002006: Reelection is permitted.
p.002006: (3) If the Rector leaves office before the end of the term of office or is at the time of the
p.002006: If a new rector is not elected at the end of the term, the function ends
p.002006: the Vice-Rectors at the time of taking office on the proposal of the new Rector
p.002006: or the Vice-Rectors elected by the new Rector.
p.002006: (4) A Vice-Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty,
p.002006: a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The Rector can
p.002006: encourage the dismissal of a Vice-Rector from the University Council. The dismissal
p.002006: requires a two-thirds majority of all members of the University Council, the Senate must be heard. With effectiveness
p.002006: The deputy rector's employment relationship with the university ends upon dismissal.
p.002006: (2) The vice-rectors shall be selected by the university council from a shortlist of candidates nominated by the
p.002006: rector, after hearing the opinion of the senate, for a term of office corresponding to that of the rector. A
p.002006: re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (3) In case that the rector leaves office before expiry of his / her term or no new rector has been elected when the term
p.002006: of office expires, the term of office of the vice-rectors shall end when the vice-rectors elected on the
p.002006: recommendation of the new rector take up their functions.
p.002006: (4) The university council may dismiss a vice-rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a
p.002006: criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. The
p.002006: rector may initiate the dismissal of a vice-rector by the university council. Such dismissal shall require a two-thirds
p.002006: majority of all members of the university council, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into
p.002006: effect of the dismissal the employment contract of a vice-rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: senate
p.002006: Senate
p.002006: Section 25. (1) The Senate has the following tasks: Section 25. (1)
p.002006: The senate shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Adoption and amendment of the statutes on the proposal of the rectorate; 1. enacting and amending the
p.002006: statute as proposed by the rectorate;
p.002006: 2. Approval of the development plan drawn up by the rectorate within
p.002006: two months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the development plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 3. Approval of the draft organizational plan approved by the rectorate within two
p.002006: months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the organizational plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 4. Change in the size of the university council and election of members of the university council (§ 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1, Paragraph 6a and
p.002006: Paragraph 7);
p.002006: 5. Approval of the announcement for the role of Rector within two weeks of submission
p.002006: by the university council; if the Senate refuses to consent within two weeks, the
p.002006: 2. approving the draft development plan prepared by the rectorate within two months; if the senate fails to give
p.002006: approval within the appointed period, the development plan shall nevertheless be forwarded to the university council;
p.002006: 3. approving the draft organization plan prepared by the rectorate within two months; if the senate fails to give
p.002006: approval within the appointed period, the organization plan shall nevertheless be forwarded to the university council;
p.002006: 4. changing the size of the university council and electing its members (§ 21 para 6 subpara 1, para 6a and para 7);
p.002006: 5. approving the advertisement for the post of the rector within two weeks upon receipt from the university council; if
p.002006: the senate refuses acceptance within two weeks, the university council shall submit a new advertisement without
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p.002006: University Council to submit a new call text immediately; the Senate is again not on time
p.002006: to, the responsibility for the tender is transferred to the Federal Minister. Meets
p.002006: if the Senate does not make a decision within two weeks, the invitation to tender must nevertheless be carried out;
p.002006: 5a. Preparation of a tripartite proposal to the University Council for the election of the Rector under
p.002006: Consideration of the finding commission's proposal within a maximum of four weeks from the submission of the
p.002006: Proposal. If the Senate deviates from the proposal of the Finding Commission, it has the three proposal to the
p.002006: University Council to attach a written justification for its decision. When creating the
p.002006: The proposal for three is to observe the prohibition of discrimination in accordance with the Federal Equal Treatment Act;
p.002006: 6. Opinion on the Rector's proposals regarding the
p.002006: Vice-Rectors (number, level of employment and nomination);
p.002006: 7. Participation in the dismissal of members of the University Council, the Rector and
p.002006: Vice-Rectors;
p.002006: delay; if the senate again fails to approve it within the period stipulated, the responsibility for the
p.002006: advertisement shall be transferred to the Federal Minister. If the senate fails to take a decision within two
p.002006: weeks, the post shall nevertheless be advertised;
p.002006: 5a. drawing up a shortlist of three candidates for the election of the rector by the university council, taking into
p.002006: account the shortlist of the search committee within a maximum of four weeks upon receipt of the shortlist. If the
p.002006: senate does not comply with the shortlist of the search committee, an explanatory statement in writing for its
p.002006: decision shall be forwarded to the university council together with the shortlist of three candidates. regard
p.002006: shall be given to the principle of non-discrimination under the Federal Act on Equal Treatment in the
p.002006: Public Service when drawing up the shortlist of three candidates;
p.002006: 6. expressing an opinion on the rector’s recommendations with regard to the vice-rectors (number, extent of employment
p.002006: and shortlist);
p.002006: 7. participating in procedures for the dismissal of members of the university council, the rector or vice-rectors;
p.002006: 8. Participation in habilitation procedures; 8th.
p.002006: participating in procedures for the awarding habilitation degrees;
p.002006: 9. participation in appointment procedures; 9th
p.002006: participating in procedures for the appointment of professors;
p.002006: 10. Issuing and changing the curricula for studies (section 58) in accordance with sections 22 (1) 12 and 54d (2);
p.002006: 11. Definition of academic degrees and titles for the graduates of
p.002006: University courses;
p.002006: 12. Submission of expert opinions in the pre-decision procedure according to
p.002006: § 14 of the Administrative Court Procedure Act - VwGVG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 33/2013 for complaints in
p.002006: Student Affairs;
p.002006: 10. enacting and changing the curricula for study programs (§ 58) and certificate university programs
p.002006: for further education (§§ 56 and 57) according to § 22 para 1 subpara 12 and § 54d para 2;
p.002006: 11. prescription of the academic degrees and titles for graduates of certificate university programs for further
p.002006: education;
p.002006: 12. Preparing reports as part of the procedure for preliminary rulings on appeals pursuant to § 14 of the
p.002006: Administrative Court Act (VwGVG), F. L. G. I No 33/2013, for appeals in matters relating to studies;
p.002006: (Note: Z 13 repealed by Art. 5 Z 8, Federal Law Gazette I No. 129/2017) 13. [removed]
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p.002006: this purpose and upon approval by the Federal Minister, the medical university or the university at which a faculty
p.002006: of medicine has been established shall, taking the performance agreements according to § 13 into consideration,
p.002006: conclude an agreement with the maintaining body of the attached hospital pertaining to, in
p.002006: particular, the qualifications of the employees, the extent of their teaching and research activities, the required
p.002006: reimbursement of costs, and details on the rector's right to give instructions to the employees of the
p.002006: maintaining body of the attached hospital who have been entrusted with tasks of the university. The demand of
p.002006: the medical
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p.002006: Includes staff of the legal entity of the hospital. The needs of the medical university
p.002006: or the university where a medical faculty is established and the qualifications of the staff
p.002006: to consider. For the work of these employees in the context of research and teaching, § 2 Z 1 to 3
p.002006: apply. The Rector will specifically entrust the staff on the basis of the
p.002006: Qualification of the person concerned in research and teaching. An employment relationship with the medical university or
p.002006: the university at which a medical faculty is established is not justified. The of the
p.002006: Rector employees of the
p.002006: Legal entities of the hospital are treated as members of the university in accordance with Section 94 (2) (2).
p.002006: Before submitting the agreement to the Federal Minister, the Senate must issue an opinion
p.002006: catch up.
p.002006: university or the university at which a faculty of medicine has been established and the employees' qualifications
p.002006: shall be taken into account. § 2 (1) to (3) shall apply to the research and teaching activities of these employees. The
p.002006: rector shall entrust these employees based on their qualifications regarding research and teaching. This shall not
p.002006: constitute a contract of employment with the medical university or the university at which a faculty of medicine
p.002006: has been established. The employees of the maintaining body of the attached hospital who the rector has entrusted
p.002006: with scientific tasks shall be accorded equal status to employees at the university according to § 94 para 2 (2).
p.002006: Before the agreement is submitted to the Federal Minister, the senate shall give its opinion.
p.002006: ethics committee
p.002006: Ethics Committee
p.002006: § 30. (1) At every medical university or at every university where there is a medical faculty
p.002006: is set up by the Senate to assess clinical trials of medicinal products and
p.002006: Medical devices, the application of new medical methods and applied medical research to people
p.002006: to set up an ethics committee.
p.002006: (2) In any case, the ethics committees have to meet the requirements of Section 8c paras. 1 to 5 and 7 KAKuG
p.002006: correspond. In deviation from Section 8c (4) KAKuG, the ethics committees have at least 50% women
p.002006: to belong (§ 20a).
p.002006: (3) The ethics committee has to give itself rules of procedure. This is the university council and the legal entity
p.002006: to inform the hospital through the Rector.
p.002006: (4) In this function, the members of the Ethics Committee are not subject to instructions from the organs of the hospital
p.002006: instructions from the organs of the university.
p.002006: § 30. (1) The senate of every medical university or every university at which a faculty of medicine has been
p.002006: established shall appoint an ethics committee to assess clinical tests of drugs and medical products, the application
p.002006: of new medical methods and applied medical research involving human subjects.
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p.002006: research and teaching tasks, directly provide patients with medical and dental care shall be designated as “university
p.002006: clinics ".
p.002006: (3) Those organizational units of a medical university or a faculty of medicine that, within a hospital, apart from
p.002006: their research and teaching tasks, indirectly provide patients with medical care shall be designated as “clinical
p.002006: institute ".
p.002006: (4) The university clinics and clinical institutes may be structured into “clinical sections”. Where this occurs, the
p.002006: head of the clinical section shall be responsible for the performance of medical tasks according to § 7b para 1 of the
p.002006: Hospitals and Health Resorts Act.
p.002006: Management functions in the clinical area of governing
p.002006: Positions in the Clinical Department
p.002006: § 32. (1) Head of an organizational unit or a clinical department of a medical
p.002006: University or medical faculty, which also functions as a medical department or
p.002006: an equivalent institution of a public hospital (Section 7 (4), Section 7a (1) and Section 7b (1) and (2)
p.002006: KAKuG), is from the rectorate on the proposal of the university professors
p.002006: organizational unit concerned is a suitably qualified person with an upright employment relationship with
p.002006: Confederation, which is assigned to the university for service, or an upright employment relationship with
p.002006: University with relevant specialist or dentist authority to order. To the deputy
p.002006: The deputy head can only be a member of the university
p.002006: University member with appropriate qualifications as a specialist or as a dentist or
p.002006: Dentist to be ordered. Before ordering, the legal entity of the hospital has the opportunity to
p.002006: To give an opinion.
p.002006: (1a) The head of an organizational unit or a clinical department of a
p.002006: Medical university or medical faculty, which also functions as a
p.002006: Health department or an equivalent institution of a public hospital (§ 7 para. 4, § 7a para.
p.002006: 1 as well as § 7b paragraphs 1 and 2 KAKuG) can be rejected by the rectorate because of a serious breach of duty
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: one reasoned
p.002006: § 32. (1) The rectorate shall appoint, on the basis of nominations from the university professors of the
p.002006: organizational unit concerned, a person with relevant qualifications - who is employed by the Federal Government and
p.002006: assigned to the university or who is employed by the university and possesses relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications - as the head of a organizational unit or a clinical section of a medical university or a faculty
p.002006: of medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para
p.002006: 1 and
p.002006: § 7b paras 1 and 2 Hospitals and Health Resorts Act). Only university members with relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications may be appointed as deputy heads. Prior to the appointment, the maintaining body of the attached
p.002006: hospital shall have the opportunity to give its opinion.
p.002006: (1a) The head of an organizational unit or a clinical section at a medical university or a faculty of
p.002006: medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para 1
p.002006: and § 7b paras 1 and 2 of the Hospitals and Health Resorts Act) may be dismissed by the rectorate due to severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds.
p.002006: Prior to the dismissal, the maintaining body of the attached hospital shall have the opportunity to give its opinion.
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p.002006: Loss of confidence from her or his function. This is before the dismissal
p.002006: To give legal entities of the hospital an opportunity to comment.
p.002006: (2) The appointment as head and deputy of the head
p.002006: or the head of an organizational unit or a clinical department named in paragraph 1
p.002006: to be carried out for a limited time.
p.002006: (3) The first-time inclusion of organizational units of a hospital in the clinical
p.002006: The area of a medical university or a university where a medical faculty is established,
p.002006: is only made at the same time as the appointment of a university professor
p.002006: University professor in accordance with § 98 to head the organizational unit concerned
p.002006: (University clinic, clinical institute, clinical department) effective in accordance with paragraph 1.
p.002006: (2) Appointments as the head or deputy head of an organizational unit or a clinical section under para 1
p.002006: shall initially be for a limited term.
p.002006: (3) The initial inclusion of organizational units of a hospital into the clinical department of a medical university or
p.002006: a university at which a faculty of medicine has been established shall become effective together with the appointment
p.002006: of a university professor under § 98 as the head of the respective organizational unit (university clinic,
p.002006: clinical institute, clinical section) under para 1.
p.002006: Reimbursement of costs to the hospital institution Reimbursement of Hospital
p.002006: Maintaining Bodies ’Costs
p.002006: § 33. The medical universities or the universities at which a medical faculty is established,
p.002006: are required to reimburse the costs
p.002006: 55 KAKuG on behalf of the federal government to the respective legal entity of the hospital.
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p.002006: Tasks of the working group is required. The production of photocopies of these documents is permitted on request
p.002006: allow. Access to the personnel files is only permitted with the consent of the data subjects.
p.002006: (5) Are expert opinions and statements prepared by the Working Group for Equal Treatment Issues to prepare its decisions
p.002006: relevant experts and information may be obtained from these experts
p.002006: Experts are provided with the necessary documents. These experts are for
p.002006: Confidentiality required.
p.002006: (6) In particular, the Working Group for Equal Treatment Questions must be informed immediately:
p.002006: 1. All tender texts for filling positions and functions before the tender. The working group
p.002006: has the right to comment on the tender within two weeks of delivery;
p.002006: shall be permitted on request. Access to employees ’files shall be subject to the consent of the persons
p.002006: Concerned.
p.002006: (5) In case that the working group on equal opportunities seeks reports, opinions or information from experts as a
p.002006: basis for its decisions, such experts shall be furnished with the necessary documentation. These experts
p.002006: shall be obliged to observe confidentiality.
p.002006: (6) The following shall, in particular, be submitted to the working group on equal opportunities:
p.002006: 1. texts of all advertisements for posts and functions prior to their publication. The working group shall be entitled
p.002006: to give its opinion on the advertisement within two weeks upon receipt;
p.002006: 2. the list of applications received; 2. a list
p.002006: of applications received;
p.002006: 3. the list of applicants invited to interviews.
p.002006: (7) The Rectorate has at the same time as the information of the responsible works council the working group for
p.002006: Inform equal treatment questions about which applicant you are working with
p.002006: Employment contract is to be concluded. Employment contracts without prior notification of the working group or before
p.002006: Expiry of the deadline according to paragraph 8 are ineffective.
p.002006: (8) Does the Equal Treatment Working Group have reason to believe that the decision of a university body
p.002006: discrimination against people based on their gender or ethnicity,
p.002006: representing religion or belief, age or sexual orientation, it is
p.002006: entitled to call the arbitration board within three weeks.
p.002006: (8a) The respective collegial body has the working group for equality issues
p.002006: to inform immediately about its composition. Is the proportion of women at least 50% according to §
p.002006: 20a (2) is not adequately maintained, the working group for equality issues can within four weeks
p.002006: Make an objection to the incorrect composition to the Arbitration Commission. The objection of the incorrect
p.002006: Composition has to be omitted if there are factual reasons. If the collegial body is incorrectly composed,
p.002006: and raises the working group for equality issues
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p.002006: (3) The arbitration commission should fulfill its tasks as far as possible by agreement between the parties
p.002006: work towards.
p.002006: (4) All organs and members of the university are obliged to the members of the arbitration commission
p.002006: Information, in particular also about personal data (Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR) and other information,
p.002006: to give on the matter and to take part in contact discussions.
p.002006: (5) The Arbitration Commission is involved in the matters pursuant to Paragraph 1 No. 2 within three months
p.002006: To decide whether to discriminate by the decision of the university organ
p.002006: Reason of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief,
p.002006: age or sexual orientation. The complaint concerns the proposal of the search commission
p.002006: or the proposal of the Senate to appoint the rector
p.002006: to decide the arbitration commission within 14 days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration commission affirms the existence of discrimination on the basis of the
p.002006: Gender, based on ethnicity, religion or belief, age or age
p.002006: sexual orientation, the university organ has a new personnel decision taking into account the
p.002006: Legal opinion of the arbitration commission. Does the discrimination concern the proposal of the
p.002006: The Finding Commission or the Senate to appoint the Rector is the
p.002006: Proposal to be returned to the Finding Commission or the Senate The Finding Commission and the Senate
p.002006: are obliged in this case to have the legal status that corresponds to the legal opinion of the arbitration commission
p.002006: to manufacture immediately.
p.002006: (7) The working group for equality issues and the university body concerned have the right to
p.002006: lodge an appeal with the Federal Administrative Court against the decision concluding the proceedings.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the Rector during pending proceedings before the
p.002006: Arbitration commission or in spite of a negative decision of the arbitration commission are ineffective.
p.002006: (9) The Arbitration Commission consists of six members who are not members of the family concerned
p.002006: Must be university. One male and one each
p.002006: (2) Matters which are the subject of legal proceedings, and performance evaluations shall be excluded from
p.002006: investigation by the arbitration board.
p.002006: (3) In the performance of its duties, the arbitration board shall try to reach an agreement between the parties to
p.002006: disputes.
p.002006: (4) All university bodies and members shall be obliged to furnish the arbitration board with information on matters
p.002006: investigated by it, especially on personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR) and other information, and take part
p.002006: in communication dialogues.
p.002006: (5) The arbitration board shall issue an official notification on the matters under para 1 subpara 2 within three
p.002006: months, whether the decision by the university governing body discriminates on the basis of gender,
p.002006: ethnicity, religion or conviction, age, or sexual orientation. If the complaint concerns the shortlist drawn up
p.002006: by the search committee or the shortlist drawn up by the senate for the election of the rector, the arbitration board
p.002006: shall decide within fourteen days.
p.002006: (6) If the arbitration board finds that discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion or
p.002006: conviction, age, or sexual orientation in cases under para 1 subpara 2 has occurred, the university governing
p.002006: body shall be obliged to make a new personnel decision having regard to the legal opinion of the arbitration board. If
p.002006: the discrimination concerns the shortlist submitted by the search committee or the senate for the election of the
p.002006: rector, the shortlist shall be returned to the search committee or the senate. The search committee and the
p.002006: senate are in this case obliged to, without delay, bring about the legal situation which accords with the legal opinion
p.002006: of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (7) The working group on equal opportunities and the university governing body concerned shall however have
p.002006: the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification concluding an arbitration
p.002006: procedure.
p.002006: (8) Employment contracts concluded by the rector during a pending arbitration procedure or in the face of a negative
p.002006: ruling of the arbitration board shall be null and void.
p.002006: (9) The arbitration board shall consist of six members, none of whom may be members of the university concerned. The
p.002006: senate, university council and working
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p.002006: female members are from the Senate, the University Council and the Working Group on Equal Opportunities for one
p.002006: Nominee term of office of two years. Two of the members must be legally qualified. from
p.002006: The Senate, the University Council and the Working Group for Equal Opportunities are each a female and a female
p.002006: to nominate a substitute male member.
p.002006: (10) The members of the Arbitration Commission are not required to issue any instructions or to perform this function
p.002006: Orders bound (Art. 81c B-VG).
p.002006: (11) The arbitration commission decides by simple majority. In the event of a tie, the vote gives the
p.002006: or the chairman's rash.
p.002006: (12) An annual activity report from the Arbitration Commission must be sent to the University Council and the Rectorate.
p.002006: group on equal opportunities shall each nominate one male and one female member of the commission for a term of office
p.002006: of two years. Two of the members must have legal education. The senate, the university council, and the working group
p.002006: on equal opportunities shall each nominate one woman and one man as substitute members.
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p.002006: information and documentation required for the performance of his / her tasks without delay, via the university council.
p.002006: This can, if need be, also include personal data (Art 4 No 1 GDPR).
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p.002006: submit all necessary documents. At most, this can also include personal data (Art. 4
p.002006: No. 1 GDPR).
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister has ordinances and orders by ordinance
p.002006: Decisions of university organs annul if the regulation or decision in question contradicts
p.002006: on applicable laws or regulations, including the articles of association. In the event of an injury to
p.002006: Procedural regulations only have to be lifted if the institution has followed them to another
p.002006: Result could have come.
p.002006: (4) By decision, the Federal Minister has elections that are contrary to applicable laws or
p.002006: Regulations including the statutes are to be repealed.
p.002006: (5) From the formal initiation of a supervisory procedure by the Federal Minister
p.002006: The Federal Minister is responsible for implementing the decisions on which this procedure is based until the conclusion of the
p.002006: Prohibited. One during this period or after the regulatory waiver of the
p.002006: relevant decision still issued from one according to § 68 Abs. 4 Z 4 General
p.002006: Administrative Procedure Act 1991 - AVG, Federal Law Gazette No. 51/1991, errors which are threatened with nullity. lifts
p.002006: the federal minister with a decision of a university body
p.002006: Notification of, employment relationships based on the annulled decision end with the entry of the
p.002006: Legal effect of the decision.
p.002006: (6) In the case of paragraphs 3 and 4, the university organs are obliged to comply with the legal opinion of the Federal Minister
p.002006: or to establish the legal status of the Federal Minister immediately.
p.002006: (7) In the supervisory procedure, the university organs have party status and the right to oppose
p.002006: to lodge a complaint before the Federal Administrative Court.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister shall annul decrees of university governing bodies with decrees and decisions of university
p.002006: governing bodies by official notification, if the respective decrees or decisions are in conflict with acts and decrees
p.002006: in force including the statute. In the case of an infringement of procedural regulations, decisions may not be annulled
p.002006: unless compliance with such regulations would have resulted in a different decision.
p.002006: (4) The Federal Minister shall, by official notification, annul elections which are in conflict with acts and decrees,
p.002006: including the statute.
p.002006: (5) Upon the formal initiation of a supervisory procedure by the Federal Minister implementation of
p.002006: the decisions which are the subject thereof is impermissible until the procedure has been concluded. On
p.002006: official notification made during this period or subsequent to the annulment of the decision in question by the
p.002006: supervisory authority shall risk nullity due to a procedural defect in the meaning of
p.002006: § 68 para 4 subpara 4 of the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991, F.L.G. No 51/1991. If the Federal Minister
p.002006: annuls a decision taken by a university governing body by official notification, employment contracts which are
p.002006: governed by the decision annulled shall end when the official notification enters into force.
p.002006: (6) In the circumstances set out in paras 3 or 4 the university governing bodies shall, without delay, bring about the
p.002006: legal situation which accords with the Federal Minister’s legal opinion.
p.002006: (7) In case that supervisory procedures are initiated, the university governing bodies shall have the right to be
p.002006: parties before and to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification marking the
p.002006: conclusion of the procedure.
p.002006: Proceedings in administrative matters
p.002006: Official Procedure
p.002006: Section 46. (1) The university organs must apply the AVG in all official matters.
p.002006: (2) Complaints in matters relating to studies must be submitted to the body that made the decision
p.002006: has enacted. If the complaint is not inadmissible or late, the complaint has to be dealt with
p.002006: entire act
p.002006: Section 46. (1) University governing bodies shall apply the General Administrative Procedure Act.
p.002006: (2) Appeals in matters relating to studies shall be submitted to the university governing body that has issued the
p.002006: official notification. The university governing body shall forward the appeal together with all relevant
p.002006: documents to the senate
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p.002006: to be submitted to the Senate immediately. The Senate can issue an opinion on the complaint. Lies a
p.002006: such an expert opinion, the preliminary decision on the complaint must take this into account
p.002006: Expert opinion. If the complaint is submitted to the Federal Administrative Court, it is the opinion of the Senate
p.002006: to join. In deviation from Section 14 (1) VwGVG, the responsible body must make a decision within four months.
p.002006: (3) In matters of study, the organs are also legally represented by the students
p.002006: In accordance with sections 4 (1a) and 12 (2a) HSG 2014, entitled to bring in legal remedies.
p.002006: (4) University organs to whom the right to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court pursuant to Art. 132 (5) B-VG
p.002006: is granted the right to file an appeal against the findings of this court in accordance with Art. 133 B-VG.
p.002006: (5) Applicants as well as students who
p.002006: Have reached the age of 16 are eligible for trial in legal proceedings.
p.002006: without delay, unless the appeal is inadmissible or was made too late. The senate shall have the right to prepare
p.002006: a report on the appeal. If such a report has been prepared, the preliminary ruling on the appeal shall take
p.002006: into account this report. If the appeal is submitted to the Federal Administrative Court, the report prepared by the
p.002006: senate shall be enclosed. Notwithstanding § 14 para 1 of the Administrative Court Act, the competent university
p.002006: governing body shall take a decision within four months.
p.002006: (3) In study related matters the official student representatives shall be entitled to take legal action according to §
p.002006: 4 para 1a and § 12 para 2a HSG 2014.
p.002006: (4) University bodies which, according to Art 132 para 5 Federal Constitutional Law, have been accorded the right
p.002006: to raise a complaint before the Federal Administration Court shall have the right to raise final
p.002006: complaints against the decision of this Court according to Art 133 Federal Constitutional Law.
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p.002006: Workload per year has to amount to 1,500 real hours and has allocated 60 credits to this workload
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (3) The workload for Bachelor studies has 180 ECTS credits and for
p.002006: Master’s programs must be at least 120 ECTS credits. The workload for one
p.002006: Bachelor's degrees can be exceptional if this is mandatory to achieve employability
p.002006: is required and this duration of study is internationally comparable, amount to up to 240 ECTS credit points.
p.002006: On employability is the submission of an internationally recognized scientific
p.002006: criteria
p.002006: (2) New programs may only be instituted as bachelor's, master's or doctoral programs or extension programs.
p.002006: The extent of programs, with the exception of doctoral programs, shall be defined in accordance with the
p.002006: European Credit Transfer System (ECTS, Decision No 253/2000 / EC of the European Parliament and of the
p.002006: Council, Official Journal No L 28, 3 February 2000) and shall be expressed in ECTS credits. With these credits the
p.002006: share of the workload of the students related to the individual studies shall be determined in relation to the entire
p.002006: programs, with an amount of 1,500 hours for one year of studies and 60 credits being assigned to this workload.
p.002006: (3) The workload associated with bachelor's programs shall amount to 180 ECTS credits, and that
p.002006: associated with master's programs to at least 120 ECTS credits. The workload associated with a bachelor's
p.002006: programs may, in exceptional cases, amount to up to 240 ECTS credits, if this is vital for guaranteeing employability
p.002006: and if the duration of the studies is comparable to that in other countries. As regards employability,
p.002006: an expert opinion based on internationally recognized scientific criteria shall be presented. In the studies of
p.002006: human and dental
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p.002006: expert opinion required. In human medicine and dental studies
p.002006: The workload for the Bachelor and Master degree can total 360 ECTS credits
p.002006: be. The professional qualification for the profession of doctor and dentist,
p.002006: for other health professions and for the profession of pharmacist
p.002006: exclusively according to the respective professional regulations, especially according to the directive 2005/36 / EG. The
p.002006: Workload for master's programs must amount to at least 60 ECTS credit points if this is in accordance with Section 64 (3)
p.002006: Undergraduate bachelor’s degree was 240 ECTS credits. For the bachelor’s degree for the
p.002006: Teaching the workload is 240 ECTS credits and there is no opinion on employability
p.002006: create. Master's programs for secondary school teaching (general education) and for teaching
p.002006: Secondary level (general education) for graduates of a teacher training course for primary level teaching
p.002006: must have at least 90 ECTS credits. Master's programs for secondary school teaching (general education)
p.002006: 120 ECTS credit points must be included in just one subject. The in the School Organization Act, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 242/1962, mentioned tasks of the types of school are to be considered accordingly.
p.002006: (4) The duration of doctoral studies is at least three years. The degree may be awarded as a “Doctor of
p.002006: Philosophy ”doctoral studies and awarded the academic degree“ Doctor of Philosophy ”, abbreviated to“ PhD ”
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (5) In secondary school teacher training (general education) a specialization can be used instead of a teaching subject
p.002006: to get voted. In any case, inclusive pedagogy is to be offered as a specialization.
p.002006: (6) Master’s courses for the teaching post of secondary education (general education) in only one subject may only be carried out as stipulated
p.002006: of the need for graduates can be set up for a limited period in this subject.
p.002006: (7) Studies may also be set up as joint studies (Section 54e) or as joint study programs (Section 54d)
p.002006: Tobe offered.
p.002006: (8) If the participating educational institutions decide to undertake a joint study program or a
p.002006: The participating educational institutions must take precautionary measures to no longer carry out jointly established studies
p.002006: meet that students completing their degree within a reasonable time, the
p.002006: in any case, the duration of the study plus two semesters is possible.
p.002006: medicine, the workload associated with the bachelor's programs and the master's program may amount to a
p.002006: total of 360 ECTS credits. The professional authorization of physicians and dentists, of other medical
p.002006: professions, and of pharmacists shall solely be governed by the respective vocational regulations, in
p.002006: particular directive 2005/36 / EC. The workload associated with master's programs shall amount to at least 60 ECTS
p.002006: credits, provided that the bachelor's program completed beforehand according to § 64 para 3 total to 240 ECTS
p.002006: credits. The workload associated with the bachelor's program for teacher training shall amount to 240 ECTS credits,
p.002006: and no expert opinion on employability shall be needed. The workload associated with master's programs for
p.002006: teacher training for secondary schools (general education) as well as for teacher training for secondary
p.002006: schools (general education) for graduates of a teacher training program for primary shall amount to at
p.002006: at least 90 ECTS credits. The workload associated with master's programs for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) in only one subject shall amount to 120 ECTS credits. The tasks for the types of schools named
p.002006: in the School Organization Act, F.L.G. No 242/1962, shall be taken into account adequately.
p.002006: (4) The duration of doctoral programs is at least three years. The programs may be designated as a “Doctor of
p.002006: Philosophy ”programs, and the academic degree of“ Doctor of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”, awarded for it.
p.002006: (5) In teacher training programs for secondary schools (general education) it is possible to select a specialization
p.002006: instead of a subject. Inclusive education shall in any case be offered as a specialization.
p.002006: (6) Master's programs for teacher training for secondary schools (general education) in only one subject may
p.002006: only be offered temporarily with regard to the need of graduates in this subject.
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p.002006: (7) In the curriculum, as a prerequisite for registration for courses, for their
p.002006: Understanding special previous knowledge is required, proving this previous knowledge through the positive assessment
p.002006: one or more exams or in another appropriate form. These stipulations also apply
p.002006: for students who are interested in the course in question when using the
p.002006: Register for courses or individual studies.
p.002006: (8) The curriculum includes courses for courses with a limited number of participants
p.002006: Determine the number of possible participants and the procedure for allocating places. It is
p.002006: to ensure that the students who are put back on registration do not have an extension of the
p.002006: Study time grows. If necessary, there are also parallel courses, possibly also during the
p.002006: lecture-free time.
p.002006: (3) The curricula for teacher training programs shall be designed in a competence-oriented way within
p.002006: the limits of the annexe to the Act on Quality Assurance in Higher Education - HS-QSG, F.L.G. No 74/2011.
p.002006: (4) In the curricula for teacher training bachelor’s programs subject-specific criteria for ascertaining the
p.002006: subject-related capacity shall be defined. In the curricula for artistic subjects and for sports science as well as for
p.002006: teacher training programs in these subjects shall be laid down in which kind within ascertaining the subject-related
p.002006: capacity admission examinations under § 51 para 2 subpara 19 and § 75 shall take place.
p.002006: (5) Curricula and changes shall shall be submitted to the rectorate for its opinion prior to
p.002006: decision-making, curricula of theological programs shall also be submitted to the competent ecclesiastical
p.002006: institutions, and curricula for training programs for teaching at schools shall also be submitted to the Quality
p.002006: Assurance Council for Teacher Training.
p.002006: (6) Curricula and changes shall shall enter into force on 1 October of the same year, if published in the university
p.002006: gazette prior to 1 July; if published after 30 June, they shall enter into force on 1 October of the following year. In
p.002006: the case of expiry of study programs, curricula shall expire with 30 September of the same year, if published in the
p.002006: university gazette prior to 1 July; if published after 30 June, they shall expire with 30 September of the following
p.002006: year.
p.002006: (7) For courses requiring special types of prior knowledge, the curriculum may require evidence of such knowledge in
p.002006: the form of one or more examinations passed or another expedient form as a condition for registration. These conditions
p.002006: shall also apply to students registering for the courses in question in connection with the use of the range of courses
p.002006: or within an individual study programs.
p.002006: (8) In the case of courses which can only be attended by a limited number of students, the curriculum shall state the
p.002006: maximum number of persons who can be accepted and the procedure for awarding places, whereby care shall
p.002006: be taken to ensure that the studies of students whose applications do not receive priority are not prolonged as a
p.002006: result. If necessary, parallel courses shall be offered, and these may also be held during the recess period.
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p.002006: (9) Curricula of Bachelor and Master studies are to be designed in such a way that the provision of study achievements
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p.002006: for individual or all bachelor or diploma studies, no special admission regulations for their admission
p.002006: there is evidence that the applicant is a procedure for
p.002006: Passed the aptitude test. Within the scope of this procedure, measures within the meaning of Section 13 (2) 1 lit. g to
p.002006: meet to get admission to the study of non-traditional applicants
p.002006: and applicants from groups that are underrepresented in access to higher education
p.002006: promote. Before the regulation is enacted, the Senate is given the opportunity to comment within six weeks
p.002006: give.
p.002006: (1a) Admission to a teacher training course or a course of study for professional activities
p.002006: In contrast to Paragraph 1, elementary education institutions require:
p.002006: 6. proof that the applicant has passed through an aptitude test procedure, in the case of admission to a bachelor's or
p.002006: diploma programs in accordance with a decree to be issued by the rectorate for some or all bachelor's or diploma
p.002006: programs which have no special admission regulations. Within the framework of this procedure, measures
p.002006: in the meaning of § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit g must be taken to especially promote the admission of non-
p.002006: traditional applicants to study programs as well as applicants from underrepresented groups in access
p.002006: to higher education. Prior to the enactment of the decree, the senate shall have the opportunity to give
p.002006: its opinion within six weeks.
p.002006: (1a) Notwithstanding para 1, admission to a teacher training program or a program for teaching at elementary
p.002006: educational institutions is conditional on:
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p.002006: 1. general university entrance qualification, 1.
p.002006: the possession of a general university entrance qualification;
p.002006: 2. the special university entrance qualification for the chosen course, 2. the possession of
p.002006: a special university entrance qualification required for the
p.002006: study programs selected;
p.002006: 3. the knowledge of the German language necessary for the exercise of the respective profession and
p.002006: 3. knowledge of the German language required for the practice of the respective profession; and
p.002006: 4. the suitability for studying and the respective professional activity. 4. the aptitude for the
p.002006: studies and the respective profession.
p.002006: (2) People who are already on another course of study for which admission is being sought
p.002006: domestic university or college of education were admitted with the application for admission
p.002006: Submit certificate of departure from this university or teacher training college.
p.002006: (3) If the general and special university entrance qualifications are proven, the following are to be admitted indefinitely:
p.002006: (2) Persons applying to study a subject for which they have already been admitted by another Austrian
p.002006: university or university college of teacher education must submit their leaving certificate of this university or
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p.002006: relevant professional practice of at least 3,000 hours in advance.
p.002006: (7) Qualifying conditions may be stipulated in the curriculum for admission to a doctoral program
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (8) The Rectorate is entitled to take part in master's and doctoral studies that are exclusively in one
p.002006: Foreign languages are offered to determine a number of new students and access
p.002006: either through an admission procedure before admission or through a selection procedure after admission
p.002006: regulate. Before the rectorate determines the admission or selection process
p.002006: Give the Senate the opportunity to comment within six weeks. The determination by the rectorate
p.002006: must be submitted by April 30 at the latest in order to take effect from the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) In addition to the requirements stipulated in § 63 para 1a, admission to a master's program for teaching at
p.002006: secondary schools (general education) for only one subject requires the proof of subject-relevant professional
p.002006: experience amounting to at least 3000 hours.
p.002006: (7) The curriculum may stipulate qualitative requirements for the admission to a doctoral program.
p.002006: (8) For master's and doctoral programs which are offered exclusively in a foreign language, the rectorate shall be
p.002006: entitled to determine a number of first-year students and to limit admission either by means of an admission procedure
p.002006: prior to admission or by a selecting procedure after admission. Before the rectorate determines the
p.002006: admission or selection procedure, the senate shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six
p.002006: weeks. The rectorate's decision shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following
p.002006: academic year.
p.002006: (9) Section 71b (7) applies with the exception of item 4. (9) § 71b para 7,
p.002006: with the exception of subpara 4, shall apply.
p.002006: General university entrance qualification General
p.002006: University Entrance Qualification
p.002006: Section 64. (1) The general university entrance qualification must be proven by one of the following certificates:
p.002006: 1. an Austrian school leaving certificate (including a certificate of the
p.002006: Berufsreifeprüfung) or an Austrian high school diploma or a certificate according to school law
p.002006: Regulations nostrified school leaving certificate,
p.002006: 2. another Austrian certificate confirming that you are entitled to study for a particular one
p.002006: Study group at a university, teacher training college or university of applied sciences;
p.002006: 3. a foreign certificate which is one of these Austrian certificates on the basis of an international law
p.002006: Agreement or on the basis of the decision of the rectorate is equivalent in individual cases;
p.002006: 4. a certificate of completion of at least three years of study at a recognized domestic or
p.002006: foreign post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 5. in the artistic studies, confirmation of the positively assessed admission test;
p.002006: Section 64. (1) Possession of the general university entrance qualification shall be certified by the following
p.002006: documents:
p.002006: 1. Austrian secondary-school leaving certificate (including a certificate of the TVE Diploma Examination), or an
p.002006: Austrian secondary-school leaving and diploma certificate, or a secondary-school leaving certificate which has been
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p.002006: Selection process by the rectorate or the responsible bodies of recognized private
p.002006: Pedagogical universities, institutions for the implementation of technical college courses and
p.002006: Private universities is the Senate or the responsible bodies of recognized private pedagogues
p.002006: Universities, institutions for the implementation of technical college courses
p.002006: (3) If a university has standardized data-based records, the infrastructure-related capacities or physical places, the
p.002006: demand on the labor market, research performance as well as previous figures on the actual number of first-year
p.002006: students can be taken into consideration for the distribution of the number of study places for first-year students for
p.002006: a field of education or study program according to paras 1 and 2 at this university. By taking into consideration
p.002006: university-specific factors, the minimum number of study places to be offered throughout Austria according to para 1
p.002006: may be increased or reduced by up to a total of 20%.
p.002006: (4) For the fields of education or degree programs under para 1, the rectorate of each university at which the
p.002006: respective degree program is offered shall have the right to limit admission to this degree program by decree
p.002006: either by means of an admission procedure prior to admission or by selecting students no later than one semester after
p.002006: admission, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level design, be combined with
p.002006: elements of a selection procedure. Before the rectorate determines the admission or selection procedure, the senate
p.002006: shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six weeks. The rectorate's decision shall be taken by April 30 at
p.002006: the latest in order to become effective in the following academic year.
p.002006: (5) For the jointly offered study programs according to § 51 para 2 subpara 27 mentioned under para
p.002006: 1, the rectorates of the universities and public university colleges of teacher education involved shall
p.002006: have the right to limit admission to this study program by decrees to be enacted identically, or the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, by agreements to be published
p.002006: identically. Admission may be limited either by means of an admission procedure prior to admission or by
p.002006: selecting students no later than one semester after admission, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the
p.002006: sense of a multi-level design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Before the rectorate determines, or
p.002006: the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities agree on the admission or selection
p.002006: procedure, the senate or the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education,
p.002006: institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities,
p.002006: respectively, shall have the opportunity to give an opinion within six weeks. The
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p.002006: and give private universities the opportunity to comment within six weeks. The definition
p.002006: by the rectorate or the responsible bodies of recognized private universities of teacher education,
p.002006: Institutions for the implementation of university of applied sciences and private universities have until April 30th at the latest
p.002006: in order to take effect from the following academic year.
p.002006: (6) Within the framework of the admission or selection process in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5, the Rectorate shall within one
p.002006: to provide for a mandatory registration of applicants. The
p.002006: Procedure may only be carried out if the number of registered
p.002006: Applicants for the number of students stipulated in the performance agreement in accordance with paragraphs 2 and 3
p.002006: Study places for new students per course. The number remains
p.002006: of the registered applicants under the in the performance agreement in accordance with paragraphs 2 and 3
p.002006: fixed number of study places for new students
p.002006: - Beginners per course of study, these are registered applicants if the general is available
p.002006: In any case, admit requirements according to § 63. In addition, the university has until reaching the per degree
p.002006: admitted number of applicants for a corresponding
p.002006: Studies are already registered at another university.
p.002006: (7) The admission or selection process in accordance with paragraphs 4 and 5 must be organized by the university in such a way that in particular
p.002006: the following requirements apply:
p.002006: 1. Review of the one that corresponds to the training requirements of the respective course
p.002006: performance-related criteria;
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p.002006: prior to admission, or by selecting students no later than one semester after admission, the registration dates and the
p.002006: dates for the procedure, the requirements for and the procedure as such, as well as the examinable material
p.002006: relevant for its successful completion shall, wherever possible, be coordinated with the other universities, university
p.002006: colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private
p.002006: universities offering the same study programs.
p.002006: (9) If an applicant is not admitted to the study program after completion of the admission procedure, the
p.002006: rectorate shall, upon request, issue an official notification in this regard. The applicant shall be entitled
p.002006: to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against this official notification. Section 46 para 2, second to fourth
p.002006: sentence, shall not apply.
p.002006: Supplementary Provisions Relating to the Admission to Degree Programs Subject to the German Numerus Clausus
p.002006: Section 71c. (1) The rectorate may limit admission to bachelor's and master's as well as diploma and doctoral programs
p.002006: that are subject to German nation-wide numerous-clausus restrictions in medicine, psychology, veterinary
p.002006: medicine and dental medicine by means of either an admission procedure prior to admission or a selection up to two
p.002006: semesters after admission at the latest, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level
p.002006: design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Prior to such a decision, the senate shall have the
p.002006: opportunity to give its opinion within a period of six weeks. The rectorate shall submit its decision,
p.002006: together with any opinion expressed by the senate, for approval
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p.002006: The Rectorate has the approval of the University Council for approval, including any opinion from the Senate
p.002006: required. If the University Council does not make a decision within four weeks of submission, the determination is considered to be
p.002006: approved.
p.002006: (2) In the studies of human and dental medicine, psychology and veterinary medicine, in the sense of a
p.002006: the following number of study places for new students
p.002006: - Beginners are made available in increasing numbers per study year and study across Austria:
p.002006: to the university council. In case that the university council fails to reach a decision within four weeks of
p.002006: submission, the decision shall be deemed to have been approved.
p.002006: (2) For the degree programs in human and dental medicine, psychology, and veterinary medicine, the following
p.002006: number of study places for first-year students shall be offered gradually for each academic year and degree
p.002006: programs nationally with a view to a demand-oriented growth in study places:
p.002006: Total studies
p.002006: Study programs Total number
p.002006: Human and dentistry up to 2,000 human and
p.002006: dental medicine Up to 2,000 psychology
p.002006: 1,300 psychology
p.002006: 1,300 veterinary medicine
p.002006: up to 250 veterinary medicine
p.002006: Up to 250
p.002006: (3) In the studies pursuant to Paragraph 2, the performance agreement of those universities at which the
p.002006: relevant studies are offered, a determination of the number of study places for new students
p.002006: and beginners in terms of a needs-based study place development and under
p.002006: Consideration of previous student numbers. In the study of human medicine, the protection of the
p.002006: to ensure protection interests regulated in paragraph 5.
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p.002006: through the selection of students up to a maximum of one semester after admission, with elements of one
p.002006: Admission process in the sense of a multi-stage design, also with elements of a selection process
p.002006: can be connected. Before determining or agreeing the admission or
p.002006: Selection process by the rectorate or the responsible organs of
p.002006: may, in the sense of a multi-level design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Section 71b para 7, with the
p.002006: exception of subpara 4, and para 9 shall apply.
p.002006: (7) If the selection procedure is to include examinations, re-sits shall be subject to the provisions of this Act.
p.002006: Examinations that have been passed may be repeated. Examination dates shall be offered once per semester. Section 58 para 8
p.002006: shall not apply.
p.002006: Admission to Very Popular Bachelor's and Diploma Programs at a University
p.002006: Section 71d. (1) The Federal Minister shall, acting ex officio or on application of the university or universities affected,
p.002006: be entitled to, by decree, determine a number of study places for first-year students in very popular fields
p.002006: of education or study programs at a university and may empower the rectorate to regulate admission to this study
p.002006: programs by decree, either by means of an admission procedure prior to admission or by selecting students no later
p.002006: than one semester after admission, in that elements of an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level
p.002006: design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure. Before the rectorate determines the admission or selection
p.002006: procedure, the senate shall have the opportunity to give its opinion within six weeks. The rectorate's decision shall
p.002006: be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the following academic year.
p.002006: (2) For the jointly offered study programs according to § 51 para 2 subpara 27 mentioned under para
p.002006: 1, the rectorates of the universities and public university colleges of teacher education involved or the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, shall have
p.002006: the right to limit admission to this study program by decrees to be enacted identically or by
p.002006: agreements to be published identically, respectively. Admission may be limited either by means of an admission
p.002006: procedure prior to admission or by selecting students no later than one semester after admission, in that elements of
p.002006: an admission procedure may, in the sense of a multi-level design, be combined with elements of a selection procedure.
p.002006: Before the rectorate determines, or the competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher
p.002006: education, institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities agree on,
p.002006: the admission or selection procedure, the senate or the
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p.002006: recognized private universities of teacher education, institutions for the implementation of
p.002006: Universities of Applied Sciences and private universities are recognized by the Senate or the responsible bodies
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p.002006: and in this field of study or study on average over the past five years
p.002006: More than 500 bachelor, master and diploma studies active in Austria were taken or
p.002006: 2. the number of new students in the relevant field of study or study within two
p.002006: Academic years increases by more than 50% and the absolute number of 200 new students
p.002006: - Beginners is exceeded, and at the same time the number of active Bachelor and
p.002006: Diploma studies in the relevant field of study or study within two academic years increases by more than 25%
p.002006: and exceeding the absolute number of 500 bachelor and diploma courses active in exams.
p.002006: (4) The university has to prove the requirements according to paragraph 3 on the basis of harmonized data
p.002006: provide. In the course of this proof it must be demonstrated, among other things, that the university has in recent years
p.002006: Resources shifted to the relevant field of study or study or any organizational measures
p.002006: has set. When determining critical supervisory relationships or capacities in a field of study or study
p.002006: the Federal Minister has the option, within the framework of the performance agreement or one
p.002006: Addendum to the performance agreement university or location-related solutions for suitable
p.002006: To obtain study place numbers.
p.002006: (5) The number of minimum study places to be offered for beginners
p.002006: per field of study or study is through the
p.002006: competent bodies of recognized private university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering
p.002006: university of applied sciences study programs, and private universities, respectively, shall have the opportunity to
p.002006: give an opinion within six weeks. The decision of the rectorate, or the competent bodies of recognized private
p.002006: university colleges of teacher education, institutions offering university of applied sciences study programs, and
p.002006: private universities, respectively, shall be taken by April 30 at the latest in order to become effective in the
p.002006: following academic year.
p.002006: (3) A field of education or study program, respectively, is very popular if either
p.002006: 1. the average student-teacher ratio of the past five academic years in the respective field of education or
p.002006: study programs at this university exceeds the reference value for the respective field of education or study programs
p.002006: by 1.75 times, and, on average over the past five academic years, more than
p.002006: 500 students actively taking examinations were enrolled in bachelor's, master's and diploma programs
p.002006: throughout Austria, or
p.002006: 2. the number of first-year students in the respective field of education or study program increases by more than 50%
p.002006: within a period of two academic years and exceeds the absolute number of 200 first-year students, and, at the same
p.002006: time, the number of students actively taking examinations in bachelor's and diploma programs in the respective
p.002006: field of education or study program increases by more than 25% within a period of two academic years and
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p.002006: (3) Examinations that consist of several subjects or parts are only to be assessed positively if each subject or
p.002006: every part was assessed positively.
p.002006: (4) The internship within the framework of the pedagogical-practical studies is assessed by
p.002006: the course leader at the
p.002006: Basis of the written
p.002006: § 72. (1) Academic success shall be determined by examinations and the assessment of the academic thesis
p.002006: (diploma, master’s or doctoral thesis) or artistic submission (artistic diploma or master's submission or artistic
p.002006: doctoral thesis).
p.002006: (2) Passes of examinations and positive assessments of academic theses and artistic submissions shall be graded as
p.002006: “Excellent” (1), “good” (2), “satisfactory” (3) or “sufficient” (4); fails shall be graded as
p.002006: “Insufficient” (5). Intermediate assessments are impermissible. If this form of assessment is
p.002006: impossible or inexpedient the form of words for a pass shall be “successfully completed” and that for a fail shall be
p.002006: "Unsuccessfully completed".
p.002006: (3) Passes for examinations consisting of a number of subjects or parts shall only be awarded if each subject or part
p.002006: has been passed.
p.002006: (4) The teachers of courses shall be responsible for the assessment of the internships in the framework of
p.002006: the pedagogic-practical studies on the basis of the written performance description of the practice instructor. If the
p.002006: written performance
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p.002006: Performance description of the practice teacher. Performs the written
p.002006: Performance description likely to result in a negative assessment, the student has the right to
p.002006: to submit a written opinion.
p.002006: description is likely to lead to a negative assessment, the student shall have the opportunity to express
p.002006: an opinion in writing.
p.002006: Cancellation of judgments
p.002006: Annulations of assessments
p.002006: § 73. (1) The body responsible for study law matters has the assessment void by decision
p.002006: to explain if
p.002006: 1. registration for this exam was made difficult during an exam or
p.002006: 2. in the case of an examination or a scientific or artistic work, the assessment, in particular by
p.002006: the use of unauthorized aids has been made.
p.002006: (2) The test, the evaluation of which has been declared invalid, is based on the total number of repetitions
p.002006: to be counted.
p.002006: (3) Exams that are taken outside the scope of a continuation report
p.002006: and assessments of scientific and artistic work outside the
p.002006: The scope of a continuation report are absolutely void. An offset against the
p.002006: The total number of repetitions does not take place.
p.002006: § 73. (1) The assessment shall be annulled by an official notification of the officer responsible for study
p.002006: matters if
p.002006: 1. in the case of an examination, the latter was registered for under false pretences;
p.002006: 2. in the case of an examination, academic thesis and artistic submission, the assessment was obtained by fraudulent
p.002006: means, in particular by the use of unauthorized aids.
p.002006: (2) An examination, the result of which is annulled, shall count towards the number of repetitions.
p.002006: (3) The results of examinations taken outside the registered continuation period for studies, and the assessments of
p.002006: academic theses and artistic submissions awarded outside the registered continuation period shall be null and
p.002006: void. Such results or assessments shall not count towards the number of repetitions.
p.002006: Testimonies
p.002006: Certificates
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p.002006: Authorization must be given to the ecclesiastical theological institute to comment.
p.002006: 3. Graduates of these ecclesiastical theological institutes are responsible for the
p.002006: To award the intended academic degree if the exams are taken according to the above
p.002006: Provisions have been recognized and the scientific work of one for a subject of Catholic
p.002006: Theology appointed university professor or one for a subject in Catholic theology
p.002006: the appointed university professor is assessed positively or by a competent person with a teaching license
p.002006: (venia docendi) was supervised at the school concerned and assessed positively.
p.002006: (2) For the award of the academic degree, this is not the admission to study at the university
p.002006: required.
p.002006: Special provisions for the joint study of human medicine at the University of Linz and medical
p.002006: University of Graz
p.002006: Section 93a. (1) The study of human medicine is in accordance with the agreement in accordance with Art. 15a B-VG between the federal government and
p.002006: the state of Upper Austria via the
p.002006: b) have been authorized by an organizational unit of a university, the sphere of action of which relates to Catholic
p.002006: theology, to hear supplementary examinations for a period of three years.
p.002006: 2. Examinations taken at such schools shall be recognized if heard by:
p.002006: a) a university professor for a subject related to Catholic theology, appointed for this purpose; or
p.002006: b) another person authorized to do so by an organizational unit of a university, the sphere of action
p.002006: of which relates to Catholic theology. Ecclesiastical Schools of Theology shall be enabled to give their opinion
p.002006: on such authorizations, which shall be granted for reasonable periods.
p.002006: 3. Graduates of ecclesiastical Schools of Theology shall be awarded the academic degrees prescribed for
p.002006: their programs of study if the examinations taken by them have been recognized in accordance with the
p.002006: provisions above, and the theses prepared by them have been accepted by a university professor for a subject related to
p.002006: Catholic theology or supervised and accepted by another person responsible for such subject having a
p.002006: habilitation degree (venia docendi) at the respective school.
p.002006: (2) For the purpose of the award of the academic degree, admission to study at the university shall not be necessary.
p.002006: Special Provisions for the Joint Degree Program in Human Medicine at the University of Linz and the Medical
p.002006: University of Graz
p.002006: Section 93a. (1) The degree program in Human Medicine shall be established as a bachelor’s program by the University of
p.002006: Linz in cooperation with the Medical
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p.002006: Establishment and operation of a medical faculty and the establishment of the study of human medicine at the
p.002006: University of Linz, Federal Law Gazette I No. 18/2014, ("Art. 15a B-VG Agreement") from the University of Linz together with
p.002006: of the Medical University of Graz as a bachelor's degree and of the University of Linz as a master's degree and
p.002006: perform. Further information on the implementation of the bachelor's degree can be found in an agreement on the
p.002006: Implementation of the joint study of human medicine between the University of Linz and medical
p.002006: Graz University to be regulated. Section 54e applies mutatis mutandis.
p.002006: (2) The establishment of the joint Bachelor's degree in human medicine in accordance with Paragraph 1 differs from Section 124 Paragraph 5
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p.002006: (5) The appointment committee shall check whether the applications received meet the criteria stipulated in the
p.002006: advertisement and those applications which clearly
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p.002006: Obviously, do not meet the tender criteria to be eliminated. The other applications are the reviewers
p.002006: and assessors to determine the suitability of the applicants for the advertised position
p.002006: to be assessed by a university professor.
p.002006: (6) The Rector must give all suitable candidates the opportunity to
p.002006: to present themselves in an appropriate manner at least to the department and the related area.
p.002006: (7) The appointment committee draws up a justified one based on the expert opinions and statements
p.002006: Proposal for the three most suitable candidates for the vacancy
p.002006: and has to contain candidates. A proposal with fewer than three candidates is particularly too
p.002006: justify.
p.002006: (8) The Rector has to make the selection decision from the nomination
p.002006: or refer the proposal back to the appointment committee if the appointment committee does not
p.002006: contains the best suitable candidates.
p.002006: (9) The Rector has his or her selection decision to the working group for
p.002006: Announce equality issues before the start of the appointment negotiations. The working group
p.002006: has the right to lodge a complaint within two weeks. The arbitration committee decides on these
p.002006: Know.
p.002006: (10) If the arbitration board rejects the complaint, the Rector can start the appointment negotiations
p.002006: take up. If the arbitration board upholds the complaint, the selection decision becomes ineffective. A new
p.002006: The selection decision is subject to the legal opinion represented by the Arbitration Commission
p.002006: to meet.
p.002006: (11) The Rector conducts the appointment negotiations and concludes with the selected one
p.002006: The candidate has the employment contract.
p.002006: (12) The university professor acquires with the conclusion of the employment contract
p.002006: with the university the teaching license (venia docendi) for the subject for which he or she is appointed. A
p.002006: any previous teaching license is not affected by this.
p.002006: do not meet these criteria shall be eliminated. The remaining applications shall be forwarded to the assessors who
p.002006: shall assess the aptitude of the applicants for the advertised post of a professor.
p.002006: (6) The rector shall offer all suitable candidates appropriate opportunities to introduce themselves at least
p.002006: to the department and the departments in related fields.
p.002006: (7) The appointment committee shall draw up a shortlist of the three most suitable candidates for the
p.002006: advertised chair on the basis of the reports and opinions received, giving reasons for its decision. It shall state
p.002006: particular reasons in case that the shortlist contains less than three candidates.
p.002006: (8) The rector shall select a candidate from the shortlist or remit the shortlist to the appointment committee if it
p.002006: does not include the most suitable candidates.
p.002006: (9) The rector shall notify the working group on equal opportunities of his / her decision prior to the initiation of
p.002006: appointment negotiations. The working group shall be entitled to object to the decision within two weeks of
p.002006: notification. The arbitration board shall rule on such objection.
p.002006: (10) If the arbitration board dismisses the objection, the rector shall be entitled to initiate appointment
p.002006: negotiations. If the arbitration board upholds the objection the selection decision shall be null and void, and a new
p.002006: decision shall be made, having regard to the legal opinion of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (11) The rector shall conduct the appointment negotiations and conclude the employment contract with the candidate
p.002006: selected.
p.002006: (12) On conclusion of the employment contract the university professor shall be granted a venia docendi for the
p.002006: subject for which he / she has been appointed. A previously acquired habilitation degree shall not be affected
p.002006: thereby.
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p.002006: (13) The teaching license (venia docendi) of a university professor in one
p.002006: Temporary employment contracts expire at the end of the employment relationship.
p.002006: Abbreviated appointment procedure for university professors
p.002006: Section 99. (1) Should be a university professor for a period of up to five years
p.002006: § 98 paragraphs 1 and 3 to 8 do not apply. An extension of the order is only after
p.002006: Conducting an appointment procedure is permitted in accordance with Section 98.
p.002006: (2) The Rector has the candidate for the position to be filled
p.002006: Proposal or after consulting the university professors of the subject
p.002006: Area of the university to which the position is assigned.
p.002006: (3) By decree of the Rectorate, which requires the approval of the University Council,
p.002006: can be a one-off number of positions for university professors
p.002006: that are dedicated for a period of up to six years and only for
p.002006: University lecturers are provided in accordance with section 94 (2) (2). The number can be up to
p.002006: to 20% of the positions in accordance with section 122 (2) no.4. Section 98 (1) to (8) do not apply. The
p.002006: Vacancies must be advertised in the university's newsletter. The Rector has the positions
p.002006: after completing a selection process that meets international competitive standards.
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p.002006: (2) The rector shall appoint the candidate for the post to be filled on the recommendation of, or
p.002006: after hearing opinions of the university professors of the department to which the post is assigned.
p.002006: (3) By decree of the rectorate, which shall be subject to approval by the university council, once a
p.002006: number of posts for professors may be determined which shall be limited to a period of up to six years and shall be
p.002006: reserved only for associate professors under § 94 para 2 subpara 2. The number may comprise up to 20% of posts
p.002006: under § 122 para 2 subpara 4. § 98 paras 1 to 8 shall not apply. The posts shall be advertised in the university
p.002006: gazette. The rector shall fill the posts after completing a selection procedure that conforms to international,
p.002006: competitive standards. An unlimited extension of the appointment by the rector shall only be permissible after a
p.002006: qualification assessment. The qualification assessment shall focus on the quality of the research performance and the
p.002006: teaching performance of the past five years. The qualification assessment shall conform to international, competitive
p.002006: standards. The application for unlimited extension may be submitted after completion of the fifth year.
p.002006: (4) The development plan shall allow for a number of positions for associate professors under § 94 para 2 subpara 2
p.002006: and for adjunct professors, who can be appointed as university professors in a simplified procedure. § 98 paras
p.002006: 1 to 8 shall not apply to these procedures. These positions shall be advertised in the university gazette of the
p.002006: respective university. The rector shall select the candidate for the position to be filled after hearing
p.002006: the opinion of the university professors of the
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p.002006: the candidate for the position to be filled after consulting the university professors
p.002006: and university professors of the specialist area of the university to which the position is assigned, and
p.002006: of the working group for equality issues. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (5) The offer to conclude a qualification agreement in accordance with
p.002006: Section 27 of the collective agreement concluded in accordance with Section 108 (3), in which on
p.002006: Version effective October 1, 2015, implies the implementation of an international competitive standard accordingly
p.002006: Selection process in advance, in particular the position must be advertised internationally The result of the selection process
p.002006: the university professors of the relevant department are to be heard. The aspect of
p.002006: Equality between women and men must be taken into account accordingly. Section 42 applies.
p.002006: (6) Those persons who go through a selection process in accordance with Paragraph 5 and who qualify in accordance with § 27 Paragraph 5 of the
p.002006: in accordance with Section 108 (3) collective agreement in the version applicable on October 1, 2015 in accordance with the
p.002006: agreement reached (Associate Professors) belong to the
p.002006: academic and artistic university staff in accordance with Section 94 Paragraph 2 No. 1.
p.002006: (7) The procedures carried out in accordance with paras. 4 and 5 must be evaluated every five years
p.002006: undergo. This evaluation is to be arranged by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: Section 99a. (1) A maximum of 5% of the positions for university professors can be included in the development plan
p.002006: and university professors in accordance with Section 98 are determined without professional dedication in international competition
p.002006: for the best scientists for the purpose of proactive acquisition
p.002006: outstanding personalities can be filled.
p.002006: (2) Section 98 paras 1 to 8 does not apply. The Rector has with the candidate
p.002006: Candidates for the position to be filled after hearing the university professors
p.002006: University professors in the specialist area to which the position is assigned to conduct appointment negotiations
p.002006: and to conclude an employment contract initially limited to a maximum of six years. More detailed provisions on
p.002006: the appointments according to paragraph 1 and the requirements for the hearing of the university professors
p.002006: and university professors are to be specified in the statutes.
p.002006: university's department to which the position is assigned and the working group on equal opportunities. The detailed
p.002006: arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: (5) An offer for the conclusion of a qualification agreement according to § 27 of the collective contract concluded
p.002006: under § 108 para 3 in the version effective on 1 October 2015 shall require the completion of a selection procedure
p.002006: according to internationally competitive standards and in particular the international
p.002006: advertisement of the position. The opinion of the university professors of the respective department shall
p.002006: be heard regarding the results of the selection procedure. The equality of women and men shall be taken into account as
p.002006: a relevant factor. Section 42 shall apply.
p.002006: (6) Those persons who have gone through a selection procedure under para 5 and have obtained the qualifications
p.002006: according to § 27 para 5 of the collective contract concluded under § 108 para 3 in the version of 1 October 2015
p.002006: according to the agreement made (adjunct professors) shall be members of the scientific and artistic staff
p.002006: under § 94 para 2 subpara 1.
p.002006: (7) The procedures carried out under paras 4 and 5 shall be evaluated every five years. This evaluation shall be
p.002006: initiated by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: Section 99a. (1) The development plan may specify a number of a maximum of 5% of the positions for university professors
p.002006: according to § 98 without subject allocation for the proactive recruitment of outstanding scientific
p.002006: personalities in the international competition for the best scientists.
p.002006: (2) § 98 paras 1 to 8 shall not apply. After hearing the opinion of the university professors of the relevant field to
p.002006: which the position will be assigned, the rector shall conduct the appointment negotiations with the candidate for the
p.002006: position to be filled and conclude an employment contract which shall initially be limited to a maximum of six years.
p.002006: Detailed arrangements regarding the recruitments according to para 1 and the conditions for hearing the university
p.002006: professors shall be established by the statute.
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p.002006: (3) An unlimited extension of the appointment by the Rector is only possible after one
p.002006: Qualification examination permitted. The content of the qualification examination is the quality of the academic achievements
p.002006: and the teaching achievements of the past five years. Implementation of the
p.002006: Qualification examination has to correspond to international standards, the more detailed regulations for it in
p.002006: of the articles of association. The application for an unlimited extension can be made after the fifth year
p.002006: be put. The hearing rights pursuant to Paragraph 2 apply in the extension procedure.
p.002006: Scientific and artistic employees in research, art and teaching
p.002006: Section 100. (1) The scientific and artistic staff in research,
p.002006: Art and teaching operations must be an appropriate one for the intended use
p.002006: Have qualifications. They have in their subject to fulfill the tasks of the university in research or
p.002006: to cooperate in the development and development of the arts and in teaching. You are in an employment relationship
p.002006: to university and are full-time or part-time employees.
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p.002006: is examined in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9.
p.002006: Special legal regulations on rest from work for general university staff
p.002006: § 111. The general university staff, their cooperation to support and maintain
p.002006: of the teaching company or the research or art business is absolutely necessary, may during the weekend
p.002006: and holiday rest in accordance with sections 3 and 7 of the Labor Restitution Act.
p.002006: 1. employees are used beyond the limits for daily or weekly hours of work under paras 3 or 4;
p.002006: 2. they are not granted rest breaks under para 5 or daily or weekly rest periods under paras 6 or 7; or
p.002006: 3. night workers are not provided with health assessments in accordance with the provisions of para 9.
p.002006: Special arrangements for the Rest Periods of Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: § 111. Non-academic university staff whose work is essential to support and maintain teaching, research or artistic
p.002006: activities may be employed during week-end and holiday rest periods according to §§ 3 and 7 of the Rest Periods Act.
p.002006: Extended protection against dismissal and dismissal
p.002006: Protection against dismissal
p.002006: § 113. A termination or dismissal of a member of the scientific or artistic
p.002006: University staff is ineffective if the termination is due to one of her or him in research
p.002006: (Development and indexing of the arts) or teaching or method.
p.002006: § 113. The termination or dismissal of a member of the scientific and artistic university staff shall be null and void
p.002006: if an official notification has been issued as a result of an opinion or method advocated by such staff member
p.002006: in the course of his / her research, artistic or teaching activities.
p.002006: Takeover of public office
p.002006: Acceptance of public offices
p.002006: Section 114. (1) The assumption of a public office does not require approval from the university,
p.002006: must be reported to the rectorate immediately.
p.002006: (2) Is an exercise of the public office in addition to fulfilling the obligations arising from the
p.002006: The employment relationship with the university is not possible, the employee is on
p.002006: Exempt or partially exempt the application if the fee is reduced or canceled accordingly.
p.002006: § 114. (1) Acceptance of public offices shall not require the permission of the university, but must be reported to the
p.002006: rectorate without delay.
p.002006: (2) In case that the exercise of a public office in addition to the fulfillment of an employee’s duties under his / her
p.002006: employment contract is impossible, such employee shall, on application, be partly or entirely released from
p.002006: such duties subject to a corresponding reduction in or suspension of remuneration.
p.002006: Pension Fund System and Company Collective Insurance System of Pension Funds and
p.002006: Corporate collective insurance
p.002006: Section 115. In any case, by collective agreement is for academic and artistic university staff
p.002006: a pension fund commitment or the promise of company group insurance within the meaning of the
p.002006: Works Pension Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 282/1990. Also for general university staff
p.002006: a pension fund commitment or the promise of company group insurance within the meaning of the
p.002006: Works Pension Act.
p.002006: § 115. A pension fund commitment or the commitment to a corporate collective insurance in the meaning of the Company
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p.002006: (2) The rectors and vice-rectors in office at the time of the entry into force of this Act shall remain in office until
p.002006: the rectorate takes office under this act.
p.002006: (3) The constituent convention shall determine the size of the senate in accordance with § 25 para 2,
p.002006: shall adopt a provisional statute including electoral regulations for the senate, and initiate the other
p.002006: necessary transitional arrangements, insofar as other measures are not provided for by statute. The electoral
p.002006: regulations shall conform to the principles named in § 120 para 6.
p.002006: (4) The constituent convention shall determine the size of the university council, which may have five, seven or
p.002006: nine members, and shall elect two, three or four members to the council without delay. In case that the
p.002006: constituent convention of a university fails to comply with this task by 31 January 2003, the Federal Minister shall
p.002006: appoint the members who would otherwise have been elected by the convention.
p.002006: (5) The Federal Government shall, on application by the Federal Minister, appoint two, three or four members
p.002006: to each university council, in accordance with para 2003, by 4 February, 28.
p.002006: (6) The university council shall constitute itself without delay, and shall elect the additional member (§ 21 para 6
p.002006: subpara 3) not later than March 31, 2003.
p.002006: (7) The constituent convention shall, without delay, give notice of the election of the rector, and draw up a shortlist
p.002006: of candidates for such election. The election of the rector by the university council shall take place not later than
p.002006: 30 June 2003.
p.002006: (8) The rectors elected shall determine the number and tasks of the vice-rectors, and nominate candidates after hearing
p.002006: the opinion of the constituent convention. The election of the vice-rectors shall take place not later than
p.002006: eight weeks after the election of the rector.
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p.002006: (9) The members of the rectorate have to take office on October 1, 2003.
p.002006: (10) The Rectorate must immediately adopt a provisional organizational plan and the provisional ones
p.002006: Appoint the heads of the individual organizational units. This provisional
p.002006: Organizational plan is effective from the day this federal law takes full effect at the university
p.002006: put.
p.002006: (11) The Rector must immediately announce the elections for the Senate and the meeting until the election
p.002006: the chairman. The elections to the Senate have until October 31, 2003, the inaugural meeting of the
p.002006: Senate and the election of the chairman to take place by November 30, 2003.
p.002006: (12) The rules of procedure of the Rectorate must be published by October 31, 2003.
p.002006: (13) The University Council is the final organizational form of the university by December 31, 2003 at the latest
p.002006: (Organizational plan) and to submit the proposal for the statute to the Senate for resolution.
p.002006: (14) Immediately after approval of the organizational plan, the heads of the
p.002006: To order organizational units.
p.002006: (15) The university hospitals and clinical institutes of the medical faculties built in accordance with UOG 1993
p.002006: remain until a new organizational plan of the medical university concerned becomes effective
p.002006: exist and the appointed leaders in office. These facilities apply
p.002006: January 1, 2004 as organizational units of the clinical department of this medical university.
p.002006: (16) The university has until April 30 of each year
p.002006: 2005, 2006 and 2007 to submit an activity report in addition to the clearance of accounts
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p.002006: sentence, who have been entrusted with university tasks shall only be accorded equal status to university
p.002006: members according to § 94 para 2 subpara 2, if they are entrusted with university teaching and research for at
p.002006: least 30% of their normal working hours within a reference period of 26 weeks, relating to the
p.002006: respective organizational unit. In exceptional cases, the rectorate may, on application of the employees
p.002006: of the maintaining body of the attached hospital under § 29 para 9, penultimate sentence, who have been entrusted with
p.002006: university tasks, accord equal status to them in the first three years after the date set for the establishment of a
p.002006: faculty of medicine in the university's organization plan, if this is in the interest of the university.
p.002006: § 123b. (1) When establishing a faculty of medicine, the development plan shall provide for the required allocation
p.002006: of positions for university professors in the clinical and non-clinical departments pursuant to § 98 para 1.
p.002006: (2) Prior to the appointment of assessors under § 98 para 3, the professorial members of the senate
p.002006: shall obtain suggestions from at least two university professors in a relevant field from at least two
p.002006: other universities. At least three external assessors shall be appointed.
p.002006: (3) The appointment committee shall consist of university professors of the field in question from at least two other
p.002006: universities.
p.002006: (4) An appointment under § 99 shall only be permissible in exceptional, justified cases. In such cases, the
p.002006: rector shall select the university professors after hearing the opinion of at least two university professors of a
p.002006: relevant field from at least two other universities. The rector shall select university professors of a relevant field
p.002006: from at least two other universities after hearing the opinion of the senate.
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p.002006: subject area of at least two other universities by the Rector after consultation
p.002006: of the Senate.
p.002006: (5) Paragraphs 2 to 4 do not apply to the specialist dedication of the position to be filled once a department has been established
p.002006: to apply more.
p.002006: (6) Paragraphs 2 and 3 apply mutatis mutandis to habilitation procedures in accordance with
p.002006: Section 103, as long as there is no corresponding department at the medical faculty.
p.002006: (5) Paras 2 to 4 shall no longer apply, once a department has been established for the field of the position to be
p.002006: filled.
p.002006: (6) Paras 2 and 3 shall apply by analogy to procedures for the awarding of licenses to teach under § 103,
p.002006: as long as the respective department at the faculty of medicine has not been established yet.
p.002006: Section 3
p.002006: Chapter 3
p.002006: study Regulations
p.002006: Study Law
p.002006: Section 124. (1) The diploma, bachelor's, master's degree established at the universities on October 1, 2003
p.002006: and doctoral programs stay at these universities as long as no conflicting decisions are made
p.002006: Section 54 of this federal law will continue to be established. These are the respective ones
p.002006: Study plans in the version valid on October 1, 2003 continue to apply and these study plans may
p.002006: can also be modified in accordance with Section 25 (1) 10. To graduates of these diploma programs as well
p.002006: these bachelor's or master's degrees must be awarded the academic degrees that were awarded on October 1, 2003
p.002006: are intended for the respective studies. Sections 80 to 80b UniStG apply mutatis mutandis. Be in place
p.002006: existing studies in accordance with Section 54 (1) bachelor's, master's or doctoral studies
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p.002006: Create a qualification profile. If the university council is in arrears, the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister to make the replacement.
p.002006: (15) Section 54 para 2, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, shall enter into force on 1 October 2012.
p.002006: (16) The term of office of university councils in office on 1 October 2009 shall end after 28 February 2013.
p.002006: (17) The term of office of the senates in office on 1 January 2010 shall end after 30 September 2010. These senates
p.002006: shall determine the size of the new senates under
p.002006: § 25 para 2, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, in time before the expiry of their term of office; if
p.002006: no decision is taken, the senate shall consist of 18 members. For elections to the senate taking place in 2009, the
p.002006: provisions in force on 1 January 2009 shall continue to apply. For the constitution of senates from 1 January 2010, §
p.002006: 25, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, shall apply.
p.002006: (18) Bodies, boards, and committees in office on October 1, 2009 shall be deemed to be constituted in
p.002006: conformity with the law with regard to the application of the Federal Act on Equal Treatment in the Public Service by
p.002006: analogy.
p.002006: (19) For applications for the recognition of diploma or master’s theses or artistic diploma or master’s submissions
p.002006: which were submitted before 1 January 2011, § 85, as amended the day before the entry into force of the
p.002006: Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, shall continue to apply.
p.002006: (20) Procedures for the election of the rector which at the time of the entry into force of the Federal Act published
p.002006: in the F. L. G. I No 81/2009 have already been opened by forwarding the advertisement to the university council for its
p.002006: opinion shall be continued according to the regulations for the election of the rector, as amended the day before the
p.002006: entry into force of the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009.
p.002006: (21) By 1 October 2013, a qualification profile shall be drawn up in the curriculum for each
p.002006: bachelor's programs established at the university and published in the university gazette. If the
p.002006: senate is in delay in drawing up the qualification profile, the university council shall, acting proprio
p.002006: motu, draw up a qualification profile. If the university council is in delay, the Federal Minister shall make the
p.002006: substitute performance.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 22 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 52/2013) (22) [removed]
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 23 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 131/2015) (23) [removed]
p.002006: (24) Section 124b as amended by Federal Law BGBl. I No. 81/2009 also comes into effect
p.002006: Effective July 1, 2009 and will expire on December 31, 2015. The
p.002006: (24) § 124b, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 81/2009, shall enter into force on 1 July 2009 and shall cease
p.002006: to be in force after December 31, 2015. The
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p.002006: The Federal Minister has the effects of § 124b on the number of students
p.002006: evaluate and report to the National Council on the results of the evaluation by December 2015 at the latest
p.002006: required.
p.002006: (25) Section 29 (5) last sentence in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009 applies only to those
p.002006: Cooperation agreements apply after the entry into force of this provision
p.002006: be completed.
p.002006: (26) Persons who on September 30, 2009 as a university professor according to § 99
p.002006: have the right to make requests to renew their order, whereby
p.002006: a total of up to five years of appointment is permitted.
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p.002006: work, and promote the training and career promotion of junior academic staff, building on the basis provided
p.002006: by diploma and master's programs. They are not divided into stages.
p.002006: 12a. “Artistic doctoral programs” mean degree programs which develop students ’ability to undertake
p.002006: independent artistic work and further the training of junior artistic staff, building on the basis provided by
p.002006: diploma and master's programs. They provide an artistic qualification beyond the artistic diploma and master's
p.002006: programs and are aimed at the in-depth study of artistic questions. In addition to the preparation of the artistic
p.002006: doctoral thesis according to (13a), artistic doctoral programs shall include accompanying courses with
p.002006: an artistic, scientific-artistic and scientific focus. Artistic doctoral programs are not divided into stages.
p.002006: 81 of 205
p.002006: Courses accompanying artistic courses, artistic, scientific-artistic and
p.002006: scientific focus. Artistic doctoral studies are not divided into study sections.
p.002006: 13. Dissertations are the scientific papers that are different from the diploma and master theses
p.002006: serve as evidence of the ability to deal independently with scientific questions.
p.002006: 13a. Artistic dissertations include testing of artistic methods and
p.002006: Techniques the development of an artistic, original, concrete research project that leads to a
p.002006: independent and autonomously developed artistic work.
p.002006: 14. Doctoral degrees are the academic degrees that are awarded after completion of the doctoral studies. They are
p.002006: "Doctor" or "Doctor", abbreviated "Dr.", with an addition to be specified in the curriculum, or
p.002006: "Doctor of Philosophy", abbreviated to "PhD".
p.002006: 14a. Applicants are those who are studying at the university concerned
p.002006: Apply for admission to a specific course.
p.002006: 14b. New students are those who apply for a degree after the
p.002006: Completion of an admission or selection process can actually be admitted to study.
p.002006: 14c. Students are those according to the provisions of this federal law by the rectorate for studying
p.002006: persons admitted to the university.
p.002006: 14d. Study places for new students are those study places that are offered by the
p.002006: Universities across Austria or from a university for new students per academic year and
p.002006: Field of study or per academic year and study.
p.002006: 14e. Non-traditional applicants include: Applicants with
p.002006: Disability, working persons, persons with care obligations, persons with delayed
p.002006: Beginning of studies, people with an alternative university entrance as well as people retired or retired.
p.002006: 14f. Supervision is a measure derived from the ratio of students to teaching staff
p.002006: for the reasonable use of scientific and artistic staff through teaching. The
p.002006: 13. “Doctoral theses” mean academic theses which, unlike diploma and master’s theses, serve to
p.002006: demonstrate students ’ability to master scientific topics independently.
p.002006: 13a. Drawing on artistic methods and techniques, artistic doctoral theses shall include the development of an
p.002006: artistic, original, concrete research project that results in an independently and autonomously produced
p.002006: artistic creation.
p.002006: 14. “Doctoral degrees” mean the degrees awarded on successful completion of a doctoral program. Their
p.002006: denomination is "Doctor", abbreviated as "Dr.", followed by a supplement designated by the curriculum, or "Doctor
p.002006: of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”.
p.002006: 14a. “Applicants” mean those persons who apply for admission to a particular study program at a university.
p.002006: 14b. “First-year students” mean those applicants who have been admitted to a program after, where applicable,
p.002006: successfully completing an admission or selection procedure.
p.002006: 14c. “Students” mean persons admitted by the rectorate to study at a university according to the provisions of this
p.002006: act.
p.002006: 14d. “Study places for first-year students” mean those study places that shall be offered by all universities in
p.002006: Austria or by one university, respectively, for first-year students in each academic year and field of
p.002006: education or study programs, respectively.
p.002006: 14e. “Non-traditional applicants” refers to: applicants with disabilities, working persons, persons with care
p.002006: responsibilities, persons who have delayed the beginning of their studies, persons who have chosen an alternative route
p.002006: to university, and retired persons.
p.002006: 14f. The “reference value for the student-teacher ratio” is a scale which is derived from figures on the reasonable use
p.002006: of scientific and artistic staff for teaching and is determined by decree according to § 71d para 1.
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p.002006: The guideline value is defined in the regulation in accordance with § 71d (1).
p.002006: 14g. The field of study basically corresponds to the "detailed field" criterion of the ISCED Fields of Education
p.002006: and Training 2013 by UNESCO. Fields of study in the sense of capacity-oriented, student-related
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p.002006: human and dental
p.002006: 86 of 205
p.002006: expert opinion required. In human medicine and dental studies
p.002006: The workload for the Bachelor and Master degree can total 360 ECTS credits
p.002006: be. The professional qualification for the profession of doctor and dentist,
p.002006: for other health professions and for the profession of pharmacist
p.002006: exclusively according to the respective professional regulations, especially according to the directive 2005/36 / EG. The
p.002006: Workload for master's programs must amount to at least 60 ECTS credit points if this is in accordance with Section 64 (3)
p.002006: Undergraduate bachelor’s degree was 240 ECTS credits. For the bachelor’s degree for the
p.002006: Teaching the workload is 240 ECTS credits and there is no opinion on employability
p.002006: create. Master's programs for secondary school teaching (general education) and for teaching
p.002006: Secondary level (general education) for graduates of a teacher training course for primary level teaching
p.002006: must have at least 90 ECTS credits. Master's programs for secondary school teaching (general education)
p.002006: 120 ECTS credit points must be included in just one subject. The in the School Organization Act, BGBl.
p.002006: No. 242/1962, mentioned tasks of the types of school are to be considered accordingly.
p.002006: (4) The duration of doctoral studies is at least three years. The degree may be awarded as a “Doctor of
p.002006: Philosophy ”doctoral studies and awarded the academic degree“ Doctor of Philosophy ”, abbreviated to“ PhD ”
p.002006: become.
p.002006: (5) In secondary school teacher training (general education) a specialization can be used instead of a teaching subject
p.002006: to get voted. In any case, inclusive pedagogy is to be offered as a specialization.
p.002006: (6) Master’s courses for the teaching post of secondary education (general education) in only one subject may only be carried out as stipulated
p.002006: of the need for graduates can be set up for a limited period in this subject.
p.002006: (7) Studies may also be set up as joint studies (Section 54e) or as joint study programs (Section 54d)
p.002006: Tobe offered.
p.002006: (8) If the participating educational institutions decide to undertake a joint study program or a
p.002006: The participating educational institutions must take precautionary measures to no longer carry out jointly established studies
p.002006: meet that students completing their degree within a reasonable time, the
p.002006: in any case, the duration of the study plus two semesters is possible.
p.002006: medicine, the workload associated with the bachelor's programs and the master's program may amount to a
p.002006: total of 360 ECTS credits. The professional authorization of physicians and dentists, of other medical
p.002006: professions, and of pharmacists shall solely be governed by the respective vocational regulations, in
p.002006: particular directive 2005/36 / EC. The workload associated with master's programs shall amount to at least 60 ECTS
p.002006: credits, provided that the bachelor's program completed beforehand according to § 64 para 3 total to 240 ECTS
p.002006: credits. The workload associated with the bachelor's program for teacher training shall amount to 240 ECTS credits,
p.002006: and no expert opinion on employability shall be needed. The workload associated with master's programs for
p.002006: teacher training for secondary schools (general education) as well as for teacher training for secondary
p.002006: schools (general education) for graduates of a teacher training program for primary shall amount to at
p.002006: at least 90 ECTS credits. The workload associated with master's programs for teaching at secondary schools
p.002006: (general education) in only one subject shall amount to 120 ECTS credits. The tasks for the types of schools named
p.002006: in the School Organization Act, F.L.G. No 242/1962, shall be taken into account adequately.
p.002006: (4) The duration of doctoral programs is at least three years. The programs may be designated as a “Doctor of
p.002006: Philosophy ”programs, and the academic degree of“ Doctor of Philosophy ”, abbreviated as“ PhD ”, awarded for it.
p.002006: (5) In teacher training programs for secondary schools (general education) it is possible to select a specialization
p.002006: instead of a subject. Inclusive education shall in any case be offered as a specialization.
p.002006: (6) Master's programs for teacher training for secondary schools (general education) in only one subject may
p.002006: only be offered temporarily with regard to the need of graduates in this subject.
p.002006: (7) Study programs may be run as jointly offered study programs (§ 54e) or as joint study programs (§ 54d).
p.002006: (8) If the participating educational institutions decide to discontinue with the joint study program or a as jointly
p.002006: offered study programs, the participating educational institutions shall make arrangements, so that students of the
p.002006: respective programs have the possibility to complete their studies within a reasonable period, which shall at least
p.002006: comprise the duration of the studies plus two semesters.
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p.002006: (9) Offers of bachelor and master studies to become a teacher for elementary schools,
p.002006: Special schools, polytechnic schools, secondary schools, new middle schools or for the area of vocational training
p.002006: can only be established in the form of one with one (or more) universities of teacher education
p.002006: Offered and managed.
p.002006: (9) Bachelor's and master's programs that provide teacher training for elementary schools, special needs
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p.002006: Teaching institutions do not establish an employment or employment relationship.
p.002006: training. This shall not give rise to an employment contract with the maintaining body of the attached training unit.
p.002006: (3) Support provided by the maintaining body of the attached training unit to assist students with their cost of living
p.002006: shall not give rise to an employment contract.
p.002006: 4. subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 4
p.002006: Special provisions for the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna Special Provisions for the University of
p.002006: Veterinary Medicine Vienna
p.002006: Tierspital
p.002006: Veterinary hospital
p.002006: § 36. (1) The organizational units of the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, in addition to their teaching and
p.002006: Research tasks also have to provide veterinary services directly to live animals
p.002006: description
p.002006: "University Clinic" and together form the "Animal Hospital".
p.002006: (2) The Rectorate shall issue an ordinance for the animal hospital by ordinance,
p.002006: which requires the approval of the University Council.
p.002006: (3) Only persons with are allowed to head the organizational units of the animal hospital
p.002006: relevant qualifications can be ordered.
p.002006: (4) The staff assigned to the organizational units of the animal hospital must contribute to the fulfillment of the tasks,
p.002006: which are the responsibility of the animal hospital in the context of the examination and treatment of animals.
p.002006: (5) The heads of the organizational units of the animal hospital are entitled, on behalf of the
p.002006: University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna to conclude contracts for the provision of veterinary services.
p.002006: (6) The perception of veterinary tasks within the framework of the animal hospital is dependent on the autonomous procurement by the
p.002006: University excluded according to § 5 (§ 70 Abs. 4 UOG 1993).
p.002006: Veterinary teaching institutes and organizational unit for wildlife and ecology
p.002006: § 37. (1) Veterinary clinics, which do not belong to the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, and veterinary practices can from
p.002006: Rectorate with the consent of the operator of the veterinary clinic or veterinary practice for improvement and
p.002006: Intensification of practical veterinary teaching can be used. Will a veterinary clinic or a
p.002006: Veterinary practice constantly for this purpose
p.002006: § 36. (1) The organizational units of the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna which, apart from their
p.002006: teaching and research tasks, also directly provide veterinary care for live animals shall bear the title “university
p.002006: clinic ”and shall, in organizational terms, collectively constitute the“ veterinary hospital ”.
p.002006: (2) The rectorate shall, by decree, enact hospital regulations for the animal hospital which shall require
p.002006: the approval of the university council.
p.002006: (3) Appointments as heads of organizational units of the veterinary hospital shall be restricted to persons
p.002006: with relevant qualifications.
p.002006: (4) Staff assigned to the organizational units of the veterinary hospital shall assist in the fulfillment
p.002006: of the hospital’s tasks in respect of the examination and treatment of animals.
p.002006: (5) The heads of organizational units of the veterinary hospital shall be entitled to make agreements for the
p.002006: provision of veterinary services on behalf of the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna.
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p.002006: (6) Those mentioned in paragraphs 2 to 5 and in a definitive federal employment relationship
p.002006: civil servants are employees of the university in
p.002006: Equally equivalent to an unlimited employment relationship under organizational law.
p.002006: (7) The use of the civil servants in accordance with paragraphs 2 to 5 in a society at which the university
p.002006: majority participation is permitted in compliance with Art. 17 and 17a StGG.
p.002006: (8) Officials assigned to the "Office of the University ..." in accordance with paragraphs 2, 4 and 5 in one
p.002006: have a definitive employment relationship if they leave the company within three years of the reporting date
p.002006: Declare federal service with effect from the first month following the resignation after admission
p.002006: in an employment relationship with the university in question at that time for new employees
p.002006: and employee applicable regulations.
p.002006: (9) Officials assigned to the "Office of the University ..." in accordance with paras. 2, 4 and 5, who are to become
p.002006: Deadline in the provisional employment relationship (§§ 10 and 177 BDG 1979), if they are within three
p.002006: Years from their definitive position to declare their resignation from the federal service, with effect from
p.002006: the first-month right to take up employment after the resignation
p.002006: University at the time applicable for new employees
p.002006: Provisions.
p.002006: (10) The period of service with the federal government is in the cases of paragraphs 8 and
p.002006: 9 to be taken into account for all time-dependent claims. Federal claims against these employees from their
p.002006: public service relationships that have arisen up to the point of departure go with
p.002006: Establishment of an employment relationship with the university to and from the university to the federal government
p.002006: refund.
p.002006: (11) An official who enters into an employment relationship with the university has none
p.002006: Right to severance pay in accordance with § 26 and § 54 of the Salary Act 1956, Federal Law Gazette No. 54. Becomes an official
p.002006: Civil servants who pursuant to Section 21 BDG 1979 in conjunction with Section 26 (3) Salary Act 1956
p.002006: effect, be deemed to be assigned to that university which is the successor institution of the inter-university
p.002006: institution concerned unless transferred to another federal post.
p.002006: (6) Civil servants in the categories referred to in paras 2 to 5 and having permanent federal employment
p.002006: contracts shall have the same organizational rights and duties as university employees with permanent employment
p.002006: contracts.
p.002006: (7) The assignment of civil servants under paras 2 to 5 to a company in which the university holds a majority interest
p.002006: is permissible, subject to Art 17 and 17a Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals.
p.002006: (8) Civil servants under paras 2, 4 and 5 with permanent employment contracts who are assigned to a university office
p.002006: and who give note of resignation from the federal civil service within three years of the effective date
p.002006: shall be entitled to employment by the university concerned on the terms and conditions applicable to new employees
p.002006: at that time, with effect from the first day of the month after termination.
p.002006: (9) Civil servants under paras 2 to 5 who, being assigned to a university office and having provisional
p.002006: employment contracts (§§ 10 and 177 Civil Service Code 1979) as of the effective date, give notice of
p.002006: resignation from the federal civil service within three years of their permanent appointment, shall be
p.002006: entitled to employment by the university concerned on the terms and conditions applicable to new employees at that
p.002006: time, with effect from the first day of the month after termination.
p.002006: (10) In the circumstances set out in paras 8 and 9 the period of service with the Federal Government shall count
p.002006: towards all service-dependent entitlements. Claims of the Federal Government against such employees arising
p.002006: from their public employment prior to termination shall be assigned to the university concerned upon the commencement
p.002006: of employment by it, and shall be refunded by such university to the Federal Government.
p.002006: (11) A civil servant who transfers his / her employment to a university shall not be entitled to a severance payment
p.002006: according to §§ 26 and 54 of the Salaries Act 1956, F.L.G. No 54. If a civil servant who has resigned
p.002006: according to § 21 Civil Service Code 1979 in conjunction with § 26 para 3 of the Salaries Act 1956 enters
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p.002006: has left the employment relationship within six months of the termination of this
p.002006: He or she has been employed by the university in an employment relationship with the university
p.002006: received on the occasion of the termination of the previous employment relationship in accordance with § 26 Paragraph 3 Salary Act 1956
p.002006: Refund clearance.
p.002006: (12) For the "Office of the University ..." officials, the university has the entire federal government
p.002006: To replace activity expenses including incidental costs and to make a contribution towards covering pension expenses. This
p.002006: Contribution amounts to 31.8% of the active salary expenses. All cash benefits, one of which are considered as active benefits
p.002006: Pension contribution is payable. The pension contributions to be withheld by the civil servants are
p.002006: to be counted. In the event of a future change in the amount of the federal civil servants' pension contribution
p.002006: and federal officials in accordance with § 22 Salary Act 1956, the percentage of the contribution margin changes in the
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p.002006: Employees Act 1948 within two years of the entry of this Act into full effect is impermissible.
p.002006: (5) New entrants to the service of universities under paras 1 to 3 may, within three years of the entry into
p.002006: effect of the collective contract applicable to them, declare their willingness to transfer to this
p.002006: collective contract. Their employment contracts shall be amended accordingly with effect from the first day of the
p.002006: month after such declaration.
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p.002006: (6) For contract assistants in an employment relationship in accordance with § 52a of the
p.002006: Contract Agents Act 1948 Section 52b of the Contract Agents Act 1948 applies with the proviso that
p.002006: the Rectorate replaces the Federal Minister (Section 52b (1) (2)).
p.002006: (7) Employees in accordance with Paragraph 6 can work within three years after the
p.002006: Effectiveness of the contract concluded for new employees
p.002006: Collective agreement, but at the earliest after the extension of the employment relationship for an indefinite period in accordance with § 52b
p.002006: of the Contract Agents Act 1948, declare their willingness to transition to this collective agreement.
p.002006: Your employment contracts are effective as of the first day of the month following the declaration
p.002006: adjust accordingly.
p.002006: (8) On the occasion of the resignation from the federal employment relationship in accordance with paragraphs 1 to 3 and the transfer in accordance with
p.002006: Paragraphs 5 or 7 are not due in accordance with § 35 of the Contract Agents Act 1948. The previous
p.002006: Employment time completed is to be taken into account for all time-dependent rights.
p.002006: (6) § 52b of the Contractual Employees Act 1948 shall apply to contract assistant professors with employment
p.002006: contracts according to § 52a of that Act, except insofar as the Federal Minister (§ 52b para 1 subpara 2) is
p.002006: substituted by the rectorate.
p.002006: (7) Employees under para 6 may, within three years of the entry into effect of the collective contract for new entrants
p.002006: to the service of universities, but not earlier than the extension of employment for an indefinite period according to
p.002006: Section 52b of the Contractual Employees Act 1948, declare their willingness to transfer to that collective
p.002006: contract. Their employment contracts shall be amended accordingly with effect from the first day of the month after
p.002006: such declaration.
p.002006: (8) Termination of federal employment under paras 1 to 3 and transfer of employment under paras 5 or 7 shall
p.002006: not give rise to any entitlement to a severance payment according to § 35 of the Contractual Employees Act 1948. The
p.002006: period of service under the former employment contract shall count towards all service-dependent
p.002006: entitlements.
p.002006: Federal apprentices
p.002006: Federal Apprentices
p.002006: Section 127. Regarding the legal status of federal apprentices, the day before this becomes fully effective
p.002006: Federal law at the university in an apprenticeship relationship according to the Vocational Training Act, Federal Law Gazette No.
p.002006: 142/1969, no change occurs after the reporting date. The university enters the
p.002006: Federal training obligation.
p.002006: § 127. There shall be no change in the legal position of federal apprentices at universities having apprenticeship
p.002006: contracts under the Vocational Training Act,
p.002006: F. L. G. No 142/1969 on the day before the entry of this Act into full effect. The Federal Government’s obligation
p.002006: to provide training shall pass to the respective university.
p.002006: Ranking
p.002006: New Entrants
p.002006: Section 128. For from the time this Federal Act takes full effect at the
p.002006: University newly admitted employees apply until one comes into force
p.002006: Collective agreement in accordance with section 108 (3) of the Contract Agents Act 1948 with the exception of sections 4, 32 and 34 as content
p.002006: of the employment contract with the university. Section 108a applies.
p.002006: § 128. The Contractual Employees Act 1948 except for §§ 4, 32 and 34 shall determine the terms and conditions of the
p.002006: employment contracts of new entrants to the service of universities between the entry of this Act into full effect and
p.002006: the entry into force of a collective contract according to § 108 para 3. § 108a shall apply.
p.002006: Federal Liability of
p.002006: the Federal Government
p.002006: Section 129. (1) In order to secure the civil rights of civil servants, which after the cut-off date in
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p.002006: Section 7 Entry into Force and Execution
p.002006: Section 141c. Implementation of the Capacity-Oriented, Student-Based Funding of Universities
p.002006: Chapter 7
p.002006: Entry into Force and Implementation
p.002006: Section 142. References
p.002006: § 142. References
p.002006: Section 143. Entry into force and expiry of legal provisions Section 143. Entry
p.002006: into Force and Expiration of Legal Provisions
p.002006: Section 144. Enforcement
p.002006: § 144. Implementation
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p.002006: Part I.
p.002006: Part I
p.002006: organization law
p.002006: Organizational Law
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: General provisions General
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: 1. subsection
p.002006: Sub-Chapter 1
p.002006: Principles, tasks and scope Principles, Responsibilities and
p.002006: Scope of application
p.002006: aims
p.002006: Objectives
p.002006: § 1. (1) The universities are called, scientific research and teaching, development and development
p.002006: Development of the arts as well as the teaching of art and thereby responsible for solving the
p.002006: Human problems and the prosperous development of society and the natural environment
p.002006: contribute. Universities are educational institutions under public law that are active in research and in
p.002006: research-led academic teaching on the production of new scientific knowledge as well as on the
p.002006: Tapping new entrances to the arts. In the joint work of teachers and
p.002006: In an enlightened knowledge society, the pursuit of education and autonomy of the
p.002006: Individual accomplished through science. The funding of young scientists goes along
p.002006: the development of skills and qualifications in both the scientific and artistic fields
p.002006: Content as well as in the area of methodological skills with the aim of coping with social
p.002006: Contribute to challenges in a changing humane and gender-sensitive society. To the
p.002006: to take into account constantly changing requirements in terms of organization, study and personnel law,
p.002006: The universities and their organs are constituted with the greatest possible autonomy and self-government.
p.002006: (2) As far as this federal law does not contain any deviating provisions, the 1st and 2nd section of the
p.002006: Research Organization Act (FOG), Federal Law Gazette No. 341/1981, also apply in the scope of this federal law.
p.002006: § 1. (1) The mission of the universities is to serve academic research and teaching, and the advancement,
p.002006: appreciation and teaching of the arts, and thereby to contribute to the personal development of the individual, and to
p.002006: the welfare of society and the environment. Universities are public educational institutions which, in their research
p.002006: and research-based teaching, are directed towards the advancement of knowledge and the development of new
p.002006: approaches to the arts. Through the common efforts of teachers and students, working in an enlightened knowledge
p.002006: society, they assist individuals in their striving for the education and autonomy through science. They promote the
p.002006: advancement of junior academics, which goes hand in hand with the acquisition of scientific and artistic
p.002006: abilities and qualifications, and methodological skills, with the goal of helping a society in transition to
p.002006: master the challenges it faces in a humane and gender-equal fashion. To enable them to respond to the constantly
p.002006: changing demands made on them in terms of organization, study laws and employment laws, the universities and
p.002006: their governing bodies shall constitute themselves under conditions of the greatest possible autonomy and self-
p.002006: administration.
p.002006: (2) Unless otherwise provided for in this Federal Act, Chapters 1 and 2 of the Research Organization Act (FOG), F. L.
p.002006: G. No 341/1981, shall also apply to the area of application of this Act.
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p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: Guiding principles
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles for universities in fulfilling their tasks are:
p.002006: 1. Freedom of science and its teaching (Art. 17 of the Basic Law on the
p.002006: general rights of citizens, RGBl. No. 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic
p.002006: Creation, the mediation of art and its teaching (Art. 17a of the Basic Law on General
p.002006: Rights of citizens);
p.002006: 2. Linking research and teaching, linking the development and development of the arts and their teaching
p.002006: as well as the connection between science and art;
p.002006: 3. Diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: § 2. The guiding principles to be observed by the universities in pursuance of their objects are:
p.002006: 1. freedom of sciences and their teaching (Art 17 of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals,
p.002006: Imperial Legal Gazette No 142/1867) and freedom of scientific and artistic activity, the dissemination of the arts
p.002006: and their teaching (Art 17a of the Basic Law on the General Rights of Nationals);
p.002006: 2. interaction between research and teaching, the advancement, appreciation and teaching of the arts, and science and
p.002006: art;
p.002006: 3. diversity of scientific and artistic theories, methods and doctrines;
p.002006: 4. freedom of learning;
p.002006: 4. freedom of study;
p.002006: 5. Taking into account the requirements for access to the profession, particularly for teaching in schools
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p.002006: the freedom of science and the arts and a corresponding freedom of the individual scientists
p.002006: and scientists and artists in research or in the development and development of the
p.002006: To take care of the arts and teaching. More detailed provisions are to be laid down in the statutes.
p.002006: (5a) The head of an organizational unit with research and teaching tasks or tasks of
p.002006: Development and development of the arts and the teaching of art can be done by the rectorate because of a
p.002006: serious breach of duty, a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability
p.002006: or are recalled from their position due to a loss of trust.
p.002006: (6) Every university has to issue a newsletter and on the Internet on the university's homepage
p.002006: to make it publicly available. In particular, the following must be announced in the newsletter:
p.002006: 1. Statutes, development plan and organizational plan including personnel allocation;
p.002006: of the arts, and teaching. In so doing, they shall have regard for scientific and artistic freedom, and for the need to
p.002006: leave sufficient scope for scientists and artists to pursue their research, artistic and teaching activities. The
p.002006: detailed arrangements shall be established by the statute.
p.002006: (5a) The rectorate may dismiss the head of an organizational unit with research and teaching responsibilities or
p.002006: responsibilities with regard to the advancement and appreciation of the arts and art teaching because of severe
p.002006: misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on
p.002006: reasonable grounds.
p.002006: (6) Every university shall publish a university gazette and provide public access to the same on its website. The
p.002006: university gazette shall, in particular, be used to publish:
p.002006: 1. statute, development plan and an organization plan including the assignments of personnel;
p.002006: 2. opening balance;
p.002006: 2. opening balance sheet;
p.002006: 3. Service agreement immediately after its conclusion, closing of accounts and
p.002006: Knowledge balance immediately after it has been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. performance agreement immediately upon its conclusion, financial statements and intellectual capital
p.002006: report immediately after they have been forwarded to the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 4. Regulations and rules of procedure of organs; 4. decrees enacted by,
p.002006: and rules of procedure of governing bodies;
p.002006: 5. guidelines of the management bodies; 5th
p.002006: directives issued by management bodies:
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 6. curricula;
p.002006: 7. Academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for the
p.002006: Graduates of university courses;
p.002006: 8. communications to students and other statements of general interest;
p.002006: 7. academic degrees to be awarded by the university as well as titles for graduates of certificate
p.002006: university programs for further education;
p.002006: 8. announcements to students and other announcements of general interest;
p.002006: 9. Announcement and results of elections; 9th
p.002006: advertisements and results of elections;
p.002006: 10. Vacancies for positions and management positions; 10. advertisements
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p.002006: 2. resignation;
p.002006: 3. by dismissal;
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. through death;
p.002006: 4. death;
p.002006: 5. by the end of the ten-year term. 5th expiry
p.002006: of the ten-year term of office.
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may appoint a member of the University Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function. A dismissal presupposes corresponding decisions of the Senate and the Rectorate,
p.002006: both of which require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The Rectorate, the Chair of the Senate, the Chair of the Working Group for
p.002006: Equality issues and the chairperson of the student body at the
p.002006: University concerned have the right to attend the University Council meetings
p.002006: Agenda items that relate to their area of responsibility. The chairs of the two works councils
p.002006: Pursuant to Section 135 (3), invitations are to be made and each has the right to participate in the meetings
p.002006: to put all items on the agenda as well as to put additional items on the agenda that are associated with the
p.002006: Exercise her function as a works council within the framework of her internal interest awareness competence
p.002006: according to the Labor Constitution Act (ArbVG), Federal Law Gazette No. 22/1974, directly in
p.002006: (14) The Federal Minister may, by order, dismiss a member of the university council because of severe misconduct,
p.002006: conviction of a criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment. Such dismissal shall be subject
p.002006: to consonant resolutions of the senate and rectorate, in both cases requiring a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (15) The rectorate, the chairperson of the senate, the chairperson of the working group on equal opportunities and the
p.002006: chairperson of the Austrian Students ’Union at the university in question shall be entitled to a hearing on agenda
p.002006: items relating to their functions at meetings of the university council. The chairpersons of the two employee’s
p.002006: councils under § 135 para 3 shall be invited to all meetings of the university council and shall be
p.002006: entitled to participate in the meetings, to file an application for all agenda items, and to request any
p.002006: additional items to be added to the agenda that are directly related to their duties as employees' councils under the
p.002006: Labor Relations Act, F.L.G. No 22/1974, and that fall within the responsibility of the university council. They
p.002006: shall have the right to vote on these items, but decisions on them shall be subject to a two-thirds majority vote of
p.002006: the members present. The
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p.002006: Are related and fall within the competence of the University Council. You are at these points
p.002006: entitled to vote, whereby decisions in this regard require a two-thirds majority of those present. The
p.002006: A copy of the minutes of the meetings of the
p.002006: University Council to transmit.
p.002006: (16) The Rectorate has given the University Council the personnel and resources required to perform its tasks
p.002006: Provide material resources and the necessary rooms.
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p.002006: completed.
p.002006: (5) The Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty, one
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The dismissal can be made at the request of the Senate
p.002006: or ex officio by the University Council. In the first case, the simple one is in both organs
p.002006: Majority of all members required; in the second case the decision in the university council requires the
p.002006: Two-thirds majority of all members, the Senate is to be heard. This ends with the effectiveness of the dismissal
p.002006: Rector's employment relationship with the university.
p.002006: (2) The university council shall advertise the post of the rector upon approval by the senate, no later than eight
p.002006: months prior to the expected availability of the post or within three months after dismissal or resignation. only
p.002006: persons with international experience and the necessary abilities to manage a university’s organization and
p.002006: finances may be selected as rector.
p.002006: (3) The rector shall be selected from a shortlist of three candidates proposed by the senate, and shall be
p.002006: appointed for a term of four years. A re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (4) The rector’s employment contract and target agreement shall be concluded with the university council.
p.002006: (5) The university council may dismiss the rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal offense, or
p.002006: mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. Such dismissal may be effected on
p.002006: application of the senate or by the university council acting ex officio. In the former case, a simple majority of
p.002006: all members of both bodies shall be required, and in the latter a resolution of the university council passed by a
p.002006: two-thirds majority of all members, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into effect of the
p.002006: dismissal the employment contract of the rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: selection committee
p.002006: Search Committee
p.002006: § 23a. (1) The rector must be elected no later than four weeks after the advertisement
p.002006: Finding commission set up. The search committee includes the chair of the university council
p.002006: and the chair of the Senate.
p.002006: § 23a. (1) For the election of the rector, a search committee shall be established no more than four weeks after the
p.002006: advertisement of the post. The chairperson of the university council and the chairperson of the senate shall be members
p.002006: of the search committee.
p.002006: (2) The tasks of the Finding Committee are: (2) The search
p.002006: committee shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Review the applications received for the role of rector;
p.002006: 1. examining the applications received for the post of the rector;
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p.002006: 2. Active search for candidates for the role of rector;
p.002006: 3. Preparation of a proposal for the election of the rector to the Senate within a maximum of four
p.002006: Months from the tender. The proposal has the three most suitable for filling the position
p.002006: To contain candidates; the finding commission is entitled, too
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p.002006: If a new rector is not elected at the end of the term, the function ends
p.002006: the Vice-Rectors at the time of taking office on the proposal of the new Rector
p.002006: or the Vice-Rectors elected by the new Rector.
p.002006: (4) A Vice-Rector may be rejected by the University Council due to a serious breach of duty,
p.002006: a criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: a justified loss of trust can be removed from the function. The Rector can
p.002006: encourage the dismissal of a Vice-Rector from the University Council. The dismissal
p.002006: requires a two-thirds majority of all members of the University Council, the Senate must be heard. With effectiveness
p.002006: The deputy rector's employment relationship with the university ends upon dismissal.
p.002006: (2) The vice-rectors shall be selected by the university council from a shortlist of candidates nominated by the
p.002006: rector, after hearing the opinion of the senate, for a term of office corresponding to that of the rector. A
p.002006: re-election is permissible.
p.002006: (3) In case that the rector leaves office before expiry of his / her term or no new rector has been elected when the term
p.002006: of office expires, the term of office of the vice-rectors shall end when the vice-rectors elected on the
p.002006: recommendation of the new rector take up their functions.
p.002006: (4) The university council may dismiss a vice-rector because of severe misconduct, conviction of a
p.002006: criminal offense, or mental incapacity or health impairment, or loss of confidence on reasonable grounds. The
p.002006: rector may initiate the dismissal of a vice-rector by the university council. Such dismissal shall require a two-thirds
p.002006: majority of all members of the university council, whereby the opinion of the senate must be heard. Upon the entry into
p.002006: effect of the dismissal the employment contract of a vice-rector with the university shall be terminated.
p.002006: senate
p.002006: Senate
p.002006: Section 25. (1) The Senate has the following tasks: Section 25. (1)
p.002006: The senate shall have the following duties:
p.002006: 1. Adoption and amendment of the statutes on the proposal of the rectorate; 1. enacting and amending the
p.002006: statute as proposed by the rectorate;
p.002006: 2. Approval of the development plan drawn up by the rectorate within
p.002006: two months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the development plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 3. Approval of the draft organizational plan approved by the rectorate within two
p.002006: months; if the Senate does not approve on time, the organizational plan is nevertheless sent to the University Council
p.002006: forward;
p.002006: 4. Change in the size of the university council and election of members of the university council (§ 21 Paragraph 6 No. 1, Paragraph 6a and
p.002006: Paragraph 7);
p.002006: 5. Approval of the announcement for the role of Rector within two weeks of submission
p.002006: by the university council; if the Senate refuses to consent within two weeks, the
p.002006: 2. approving the draft development plan prepared by the rectorate within two months; if the senate fails to give
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p.002006: 3. by dismissal,
p.002006: 3. dismissal;
p.002006: 4. by death.
p.002006: 4. death.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister convenes the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The
p.002006: or the chairman is elected from among the majority of the members. The Science Council gives one
p.002006: Rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may appoint a member of the Science Council at the request of the Federal Minister
p.002006: Federal Minister or at the request of the majority of the members of the Science Council because of a serious
p.002006: Breach of duty, a criminal conviction or due to lack of health suitability with notification
p.002006: recalled from his function.
p.002006: (12) The Science Council has a quorum if at least half of the members are present in person.
p.002006: Voice transmissions are not permitted.
p.002006: (13) The Science Council is entitled to invite domestic and foreign experts to the meetings and
p.002006: To set up working groups.
p.002006: (14) The members of the Science Council receive remuneration for their work
p.002006: Federal Minister is to be determined.
p.002006: (10) The Federal Minister shall convene the constituent meeting of the Science Council. The members shall elect a
p.002006: chairperson from among their number. The Science Council shall adopt rules of procedure.
p.002006: (11) The Federal Government may, on application of the Federal Minister or of a majority of the members of the Science
p.002006: Council, by official notification, dismiss a member of the Council due to severe misconduct, conviction of a criminal
p.002006: Offence, or mental incapacity or health impairment.
p.002006: (12) The Science Council shall have a quorum when at least half of the members are present. Voting by proxy is
p.002006: impermissible.
p.002006: (13) The Science Council shall be entitled to invite domestic and foreign experts to its meetings, and to establish
p.002006: working parties.
p.002006: (14) The members of the Science Council shall receive compensation for their activities in an amount to be determined
p.002006: by the Federal Minister.
p.002006: (15) The Federal Minister has the Scientific Council to perform its tasks
p.002006: to provide the necessary spatial, technical and personnel equipment.
p.002006: (15) The Federal Minister shall provide the Science Council with the premises, equipment and staff necessary for the
p.002006: performance of its tasks.
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p.002006: VIII. Part
p.002006: Part VIII
p.002006: Transitional and final provisions
p.002006: provisions
p.002006: Section 1
p.002006: Chapter 1
p.002006: Implementation of the New
p.002006: Organizational structure
p.002006: founding convention
p.002006: Constituent Convention
p.002006: Section 120. (1) Immediately after
p.002006: Announcement of this federal law to establish a founding convention consisting of twelve members
p.002006: consists.
p.002006: (2) The founding convention includes representatives of the university professors
p.002006: University professors, the group mentioned in section 94 (2) (2), the general university staff and
p.002006: of students of the university of the same name according to UOG 1993 or KUOG.
p.002006: (3) Deviating from paragraph 2, the members of a medical faculty are only for the founding convention of those
p.002006: Medical University actively and passively entitled to vote or capable of posting, according to § 136 para. 2
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p.002006: experience are such as to enable them to contribute to the attainment of the objectives and the fulfillment of the tasks
p.002006: of the university. Any change in the size of the university council shall be for resolution of the senate and shall
p.002006: require a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (4) Members of the federal government, state secretaries, members of a provincial government, members of the
p.002006: National Council, the Federal Council or any other popular representative body, and officers of political parties or
p.002006: persons who have exercised such functions within the past four years or who were members of the rectorate at the
p.002006: respective university in the past four years shall be excluded from membership in the university council.
p.002006: (5) Members of the university council shall not be members of the university in the meaning of §§ 125, 132 and
p.002006: 133, employees of the university, members or substitute members of the arbitration board of the university,
p.002006: members of the highest university governing bodies of another university, or employees of the federal
p.002006: ministry in charge of higher education. Membership of more than one university council shall not be
p.002006: permissible. Business relations between a member of the university council and the university shall be subject
p.002006: to approval by the university council, which may only be given in the absence of a conflict of interest.
p.002006: The members shall report possible conflicts of interest immediately to the university council. A member of a
p.002006: university council shall not be in a relationship of authority or control with another member of the same university
p.002006: council.
p.002006: (6) The membership of the university council shall, pursuant to para 3, comprise five, seven or nine members, namely:
p.002006: 1. two, three or four members elected by the Senate; 1. two, three or four
p.002006: members elected by the senate;
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p.002006: 2. Two, three or four members approved by the Federal Government on the proposal of the
p.002006: Federal Minister may be appointed;
p.002006: 3. Another member who is appointed by consensus among the members named under Z 1 and 2.
p.002006: The Senate and the Federal Government have to appoint the same number of members, the appointment of the members according to Z 2
p.002006: must take place after the election of the members according to Z 1.
p.002006: 2. two, three or four members appointed by the Federal Government on the recommendation of the Federal Minister;
p.002006: 3. an additional member appointed by the members named in para 6 subparas 1 and 2 by mutual agreement.
p.002006: The senate and the Federal Government shall each appoint equal numbers of members.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 6a repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 21/2015) (6a) [removed]
p.002006: (7) If no consensual appointment of the
p.002006: further member in accordance with Paragraph 6 No. 3, the Federal Minister has a reasonable grace period
p.002006: to put. If this passes unsuccessfully, this member of the University Council is one member of the Senate
p.002006: Tripartite proposal from the Presidium of the Austrian Academy of Sciences. The Presidium of the
p.002006: Austrian Academy of Sciences approved the tripartite proposal within one month after referral
p.002006: to submit the Federal Minister.
p.002006: (8) The term of office of the members is five years and begins on March 1 of the year in question.
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p.002006: and shortlist);
p.002006: 7. participating in procedures for the dismissal of members of the university council, the rector or vice-rectors;
p.002006: 8. Participation in habilitation procedures; 8th.
p.002006: participating in procedures for the awarding habilitation degrees;
p.002006: 9. participation in appointment procedures; 9th
p.002006: participating in procedures for the appointment of professors;
p.002006: 10. Issuing and changing the curricula for studies (section 58) in accordance with sections 22 (1) 12 and 54d (2);
p.002006: 11. Definition of academic degrees and titles for the graduates of
p.002006: University courses;
p.002006: 12. Submission of expert opinions in the pre-decision procedure according to
p.002006: § 14 of the Administrative Court Procedure Act - VwGVG, Federal Law Gazette I No. 33/2013 for complaints in
p.002006: Student Affairs;
p.002006: 10. enacting and changing the curricula for study programs (§ 58) and certificate university programs
p.002006: for further education (§§ 56 and 57) according to § 22 para 1 subpara 12 and § 54d para 2;
p.002006: 11. prescription of the academic degrees and titles for graduates of certificate university programs for further
p.002006: education;
p.002006: 12. Preparing reports as part of the procedure for preliminary rulings on appeals pursuant to § 14 of the
p.002006: Administrative Court Act (VwGVG), F. L. G. I No 33/2013, for appeals in matters relating to studies;
p.002006: (Note: Z 13 repealed by Art. 5 Z 8, Federal Law Gazette I No. 129/2017) 13. [removed]
p.002006: 14. establishment of collegial bodies with and without decision-making authority (paras. 7 and 8);
p.002006: 14. appointing collegial bodies with or without decision-making power (paras 7 and 8);
p.002006: 15. Adoption of guidelines for the work of collegial bodies; 15. enacting directives
p.002006: on the activities of collegial bodies;
p.002006: 16. Approval of the implementation of decisions by those authorized to make decisions
p.002006: Collegial bodies;
p.002006: 16. approving the implementation of decisions by collegial bodies with decision-making power;
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p.002006: 17. Statement to the rectorate before the assignment of people to the individual organizational units by the
p.002006: Rector's Office;
p.002006: 17. opinions to the rectorate prior to the assignment by it of persons to given organizational units;
p.002006: 18. Establishment of a working group on equality issues; 18. establishing a
p.002006: working group on equal opportunities;
p.002006: 19. Nomination of a female and a male member for the arbitration commission.
p.002006: 19. nominating one female and one male member of the arbitration board.
p.002006: (Note: Z 20 repealed by Federal Law Gazette I No. 81/2009) 20. [removed]
p.002006: (2) The Senate consists of eighteen or twenty-six members. About a change in the size of the Senate
p.002006: the Senate decides with a two-thirds majority.
p.002006: (3) The Senate includes representatives of the university professors
p.002006: and university professors, including heads of organizational units
p.002006: with research and teaching tasks or tasks for the development and development of the arts and teaching
p.002006: art that is not a university professor, which is defined in § 94
p.002006: Paragraph 2 lines 2 and 3, the general university staff and students.
p.002006: (3a) The number of representatives of these groups is determined as follows:
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p.002006: In this case, the head of the clinical department is responsible for
p.002006: the medical tasks to be performed in accordance with Section 7b (1) KAKuG.
p.002006: (2) The organizational units of a medical university or a faculty of medicine that, within a hospital, apart from their
p.002006: research and teaching tasks, directly provide patients with medical and dental care shall be designated as “university
p.002006: clinics ".
p.002006: (3) Those organizational units of a medical university or a faculty of medicine that, within a hospital, apart from
p.002006: their research and teaching tasks, indirectly provide patients with medical care shall be designated as “clinical
p.002006: institute ".
p.002006: (4) The university clinics and clinical institutes may be structured into “clinical sections”. Where this occurs, the
p.002006: head of the clinical section shall be responsible for the performance of medical tasks according to § 7b para 1 of the
p.002006: Hospitals and Health Resorts Act.
p.002006: Management functions in the clinical area of governing
p.002006: Positions in the Clinical Department
p.002006: § 32. (1) Head of an organizational unit or a clinical department of a medical
p.002006: University or medical faculty, which also functions as a medical department or
p.002006: an equivalent institution of a public hospital (Section 7 (4), Section 7a (1) and Section 7b (1) and (2)
p.002006: KAKuG), is from the rectorate on the proposal of the university professors
p.002006: organizational unit concerned is a suitably qualified person with an upright employment relationship with
p.002006: Confederation, which is assigned to the university for service, or an upright employment relationship with
p.002006: University with relevant specialist or dentist authority to order. To the deputy
p.002006: The deputy head can only be a member of the university
p.002006: University member with appropriate qualifications as a specialist or as a dentist or
p.002006: Dentist to be ordered. Before ordering, the legal entity of the hospital has the opportunity to
p.002006: To give an opinion.
p.002006: (1a) The head of an organizational unit or a clinical department of a
p.002006: Medical university or medical faculty, which also functions as a
p.002006: Health department or an equivalent institution of a public hospital (§ 7 para. 4, § 7a para.
p.002006: 1 as well as § 7b paragraphs 1 and 2 KAKuG) can be rejected by the rectorate because of a serious breach of duty
p.002006: criminal conviction, for lack of health suitability or because of
p.002006: one reasoned
p.002006: § 32. (1) The rectorate shall appoint, on the basis of nominations from the university professors of the
p.002006: organizational unit concerned, a person with relevant qualifications - who is employed by the Federal Government and
p.002006: assigned to the university or who is employed by the university and possesses relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications - as the head of a organizational unit or a clinical section of a medical university or a faculty
p.002006: of medicine that simultaneously fulfills the function of a ward or like unit of a public hospital (§ 7 para 4, § 7a para
p.002006: 1 and
p.002006: § 7b paras 1 and 2 Hospitals and Health Resorts Act). Only university members with relevant medical specialist or
p.002006: dental qualifications may be appointed as deputy heads. Prior to the appointment, the maintaining body of the attached
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p.002006: Administrative Procedure Act 1991 - AVG, Federal Law Gazette No. 51/1991, errors which are threatened with nullity. lifts
p.002006: the federal minister with a decision of a university body
p.002006: Notification of, employment relationships based on the annulled decision end with the entry of the
p.002006: Legal effect of the decision.
p.002006: (6) In the case of paragraphs 3 and 4, the university organs are obliged to comply with the legal opinion of the Federal Minister
p.002006: or to establish the legal status of the Federal Minister immediately.
p.002006: (7) In the supervisory procedure, the university organs have party status and the right to oppose
p.002006: to lodge a complaint before the Federal Administrative Court.
p.002006: (3) The Federal Minister shall annul decrees of university governing bodies with decrees and decisions of university
p.002006: governing bodies by official notification, if the respective decrees or decisions are in conflict with acts and decrees
p.002006: in force including the statute. In the case of an infringement of procedural regulations, decisions may not be annulled
p.002006: unless compliance with such regulations would have resulted in a different decision.
p.002006: (4) The Federal Minister shall, by official notification, annul elections which are in conflict with acts and decrees,
p.002006: including the statute.
p.002006: (5) Upon the formal initiation of a supervisory procedure by the Federal Minister implementation of
p.002006: the decisions which are the subject thereof is impermissible until the procedure has been concluded. On
p.002006: official notification made during this period or subsequent to the annulment of the decision in question by the
p.002006: supervisory authority shall risk nullity due to a procedural defect in the meaning of
p.002006: § 68 para 4 subpara 4 of the General Administrative Procedure Act 1991, F.L.G. No 51/1991. If the Federal Minister
p.002006: annuls a decision taken by a university governing body by official notification, employment contracts which are
p.002006: governed by the decision annulled shall end when the official notification enters into force.
p.002006: (6) In the circumstances set out in paras 3 or 4 the university governing bodies shall, without delay, bring about the
p.002006: legal situation which accords with the Federal Minister’s legal opinion.
p.002006: (7) In case that supervisory procedures are initiated, the university governing bodies shall have the right to be
p.002006: parties before and to appeal to the Federal Administrative Court against the official notification marking the
p.002006: conclusion of the procedure.
p.002006: Proceedings in administrative matters
p.002006: Official Procedure
p.002006: Section 46. (1) The university organs must apply the AVG in all official matters.
p.002006: (2) Complaints in matters relating to studies must be submitted to the body that made the decision
p.002006: has enacted. If the complaint is not inadmissible or late, the complaint has to be dealt with
p.002006: entire act
p.002006: Section 46. (1) University governing bodies shall apply the General Administrative Procedure Act.
p.002006: (2) Appeals in matters relating to studies shall be submitted to the university governing body that has issued the
p.002006: official notification. The university governing body shall forward the appeal together with all relevant
p.002006: documents to the senate
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p.002006: other employers' interest groups or professional associations.
p.002006: § 108. (1) University employment shall, unless otherwise provided for by statute, be governed by the Salaried
p.002006: Employees Act, F.L.G. No 292/1921.
p.002006: (2) The universities shall form the National University Federation, to which the rectorate of every university shall
p.002006: appoint a representative. The federation shall adopt rules of procedure and shall elect a chairperson by a simple
p.002006: majority.
p.002006: (3) The federation shall be empowered to negotiate collective contracts in the meaning of the Labor Relations Act, F.
p.002006: L.G. No 22/1974, on behalf of member universities. Collective contracts concluded by the federation shall be
p.002006: applicable to the employees of member universities.
p.002006: (4) The federation’s legal capacity to make collective contracts shall take precedence over the capacity
p.002006: of other employers ’associations or professional associations to make such contracts.
p.002006: (Note: Paragraph 5 repealed by Art. 17 Z 23, Federal Law Gazette I No. 31/2018) (5) [Removed]
p.002006: Special legal regulation for members of forensic medicine institutions
p.002006: Section 108a. Employees who are assigned to a facility for forensic medicine,
p.002006: have to participate in the preparation of expert opinions and findings in the judicial process.
p.002006: The client responsible for the reports and findings is the relevant investigative or
p.002006: Judicial authority.
p.002006: Special arrangements for members of units of forensic medicine
p.002006: Section 108a. Employees who are assigned to a unit of forensic medicine shall participate in the preparation of
p.002006: assessments and reports in court proceedings as part of their official duties. The contracting body shall be the
p.002006: competent investigative or judicial body.
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p.002006: Duration of employment Term
p.002006: of employment contracts
p.002006: Section 109. (1) Employment relationships can be concluded for an indefinite or specific period. Employment relationships
p.002006: if the employment contract is otherwise legally ineffective, a certain period must be limited to a maximum of six years,
p.002006: unless otherwise specified in this federal law.
p.002006: (2) A repeated, immediately successive limitation is only possible for employees who are in the
p.002006: Within the framework of third-party funded projects or research projects, only in teaching
p.002006: used personnel as well as substitute staff. The total duration of such immediately consecutive
p.002006: The employment relationship of an employee may be six years, in the case of
p.002006: Part-time employment does not exceed eight years. An additional one-time extension up to
p.002006: a total of ten years, in the case of part-time employment up to a total of twelve years, is more factual
p.002006: Justification, especially for the continuation or completion of research projects and publications
p.002006: allowed.
p.002006: (3) If an employee changes to another use within the meaning of Section 100, this is without prejudice
p.002006: of paragraph 2 a one-time renewed limitation up to a total of six years, in
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p.002006: average weekly rest period of 36 hours is guaranteed.
p.002006: (7a) As far as operational requirements do not conflict, Sundays and public holidays (§ 7 para. 2
p.002006: and 3 of the Rest of Work Act).
p.002006: (8) Night workers are entitled to a day job at their request
p.002006: transfer if their health is proven to be impaired by night work and transfer to
p.002006: a job with daily work is possible for operational reasons.
p.002006: (9) Night workers are entitled to free examinations of their
p.002006: Health status before starting work and afterwards at regular intervals. These examinations are
p.002006: special investigations according to § 51 of the Workers Protection Act (ASchG), Federal Law Gazette No. 450/1994.
p.002006: (10) A collective contract can reduce the uninterrupted rest period in accordance with paragraph 6 to eight hours.
p.002006: Such reductions in the rest period are within the next two weeks by correspondingly extending another
p.002006: compensate for daily or weekly rest. Furthermore, the
p.002006: Calculation period for the weekly working time according to paragraph 3 up to twelve months and for the
p.002006: weekly rest period according to paragraph 7 can be extended to two months. Deviations due to collective agreement
p.002006: are only permitted if the employees concerned have equivalent rest periods
p.002006: be granted.
p.002006: (11) Unless the offense is subject to a more severe penalty according to other regulations, the employer is from
p.002006: punish the district administrative authority with a fine of 36 euros up to 1,500 euros if
p.002006: (5) If the total duration of hours of work amounts to more than six hours, working time shall be
p.002006: interrupted by a rest break of at least 30 minutes.
p.002006: (6) After daily working time, employees shall be given an uninterrupted rest period of at least 11 hours.
p.002006: (7) Employees shall be given an uninterrupted rest period of 36 hours within the period from Monday up to and including
p.002006: Sunday. The weekly rest period may be reduced to 24 hours if an employee is assured of an average weekly rest period of
p.002006: 36 hours over a 14 day period.
p.002006: (7a) Unless precluded by operational requirements, Sundays and statutory holidays (§ 7 paras 2 and of the rest
p.002006: Periods Act) shall be kept free.
p.002006: (8) At their request, night workers shall be transferred to day jobs, if night work is demonstrably detrimental to
p.002006: their health and such transfer is operationally feasible.
p.002006: (9) Night workers shall be entitled to free health assessments prior to the commencement of their duties
p.002006: and at regular intervals thereafter. Such assessments shall be special assessments according to § 51 of the
p.002006: Employees Protection Act, F.L.G. No 450/1994.
p.002006: (10) The uninterrupted rest period according to para 6 may be reduced to eight hours by a collective contract. search
p.002006: reductions in rest periods shall be compensated by corresponding extensions of other daily or weekly rest
p.002006: periods within the succeeding two weeks. The reference period for weekly hours of work under para 3 may, further, be
p.002006: extended to 12 months, and that for weekly rest periods under para 7 to two months by a collective contract. Deviations
p.002006: from the statutory provisions by virtue of collective contracts are only permissible if the employees concerned are
p.002006: granted equivalent compensatory rest periods.
p.002006: (11) Employers shall, unless the offense is subject to a heavier penalty under other enactments, be punishable by the
p.002006: district administrative authority with a fine of between 36 € and 1,500 € if:
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p.002006: 1. Employees of the employer above the daily or maximum limits
p.002006: weekly working hours according to paragraph 3 or 4 are used,
p.002006: 2. do not grant them breaks in accordance with paragraph 5 or the daily or weekly rest period in accordance with paragraphs 6 or 7
p.002006: becomes,
p.002006: 3. the health status of night workers is not
p.002006: is examined in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9.
p.002006: Special legal regulations on rest from work for general university staff
p.002006: § 111. The general university staff, their cooperation to support and maintain
p.002006: of the teaching company or the research or art business is absolutely necessary, may during the weekend
p.002006: and holiday rest in accordance with sections 3 and 7 of the Labor Restitution Act.
p.002006: 1. employees are used beyond the limits for daily or weekly hours of work under paras 3 or 4;
p.002006: 2. they are not granted rest breaks under para 5 or daily or weekly rest periods under paras 6 or 7; or
p.002006: 3. night workers are not provided with health assessments in accordance with the provisions of para 9.
p.002006: Special arrangements for the Rest Periods of Non-Academic University Staff
p.002006: § 111. Non-academic university staff whose work is essential to support and maintain teaching, research or artistic
p.002006: activities may be employed during week-end and holiday rest periods according to §§ 3 and 7 of the Rest Periods Act.
p.002006: Extended protection against dismissal and dismissal
p.002006: Protection against dismissal
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p.002006: § 114. (1) Acceptance of public offices shall not require the permission of the university, but must be reported to the
p.002006: rectorate without delay.
p.002006: (2) In case that the exercise of a public office in addition to the fulfillment of an employee’s duties under his / her
p.002006: employment contract is impossible, such employee shall, on application, be partly or entirely released from
p.002006: such duties subject to a corresponding reduction in or suspension of remuneration.
p.002006: Pension Fund System and Company Collective Insurance System of Pension Funds and
p.002006: Corporate collective insurance
p.002006: Section 115. In any case, by collective agreement is for academic and artistic university staff
p.002006: a pension fund commitment or the promise of company group insurance within the meaning of the
p.002006: Works Pension Act, Federal Law Gazette No. 282/1990. Also for general university staff
p.002006: a pension fund commitment or the promise of company group insurance within the meaning of the
p.002006: Works Pension Act.
p.002006: § 115. A pension fund commitment or the commitment to a corporate collective insurance in the meaning of the Company
p.002006: Pension Act, F.L.G. No 282/1990, shall be made for the scientific and artistic university staff under a collective
p.002006: contract. For the non-academic university staff, a pension fund commitment or a commitment to a corporate collective
p.002006: insurance in the meaning of the Company Pension Act can also be made. At each university, only one of the systems named
p.002006: shall be offered.
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p.002006: Only one of the systems mentioned can be used at each university.
p.002006: Part V.
p.002006: Part V
p.002006: Penalties
p.002006: Penal commissions
p.002006: § 116. (1) Who deliberately
p.002006: § 116. (1) Anyone who deliberately without authority awards, grants or uses
p.002006: 1. a name peculiar to the domestic or foreign higher education system or
p.002006: 1. a designation specific to a domestic or foreign higher education system; or
p.002006: 2. one or more domestic academic degrees or 2. one or more
p.002006: domestic academic degrees; or
p.002006: 3. A designation that is the same or similar to the domestic or foreign academic degrees or titles
p.002006: lends, mediates or leads without authorization,
p.002006: commits if the offense does not constitute the offense of a criminal who falls under the jurisdiction of the courts
p.002006: Act forms or under other administrative regulations with stricter
p.002006: Punishment is an administrative offense committed by the local
p.002006: competent district administrative authority with a fine of up to 15,000 euros.
p.002006: 3. a degree or title identical or similar to domestic or foreign academic degrees or titles,
p.002006: if the act does not constitute a punishable offense coming under the jurisdiction of a court of law or is not according
p.002006: to other rules of administrative penalty subject to more severe punishment, is committing an administrative offense
p.002006: punishable by the locally competent district administration by a fine of up to 15,000 €.
p.002006: (2) The award, placement or leadership is particularly unjustified if the academic degree or the
p.002006: same or similar designation
p.002006: 1. comes from an institution that a post-secondary educational institution does not
p.002006: is of equal importance;
p.002006: 2. comes from an institution that is not recognized by the host country as a post-secondary educational institution;
p.002006: 3. not on the basis of corresponding study and examination achievements or scientific or artistic
p.002006: Benefits were acquired;
p.002006: 4. not because of the high reputation due to scientific or artistic achievements in
p.002006: Specialist circles or because of outstanding services to the scientific or cultural tasks of the
p.002006: post-secondary educational institution was awarded on an honorary basis.
p.002006: (2) The award, grant or use of an academic degree or identical or similar designation is, in particular,
p.002006: improper if it:
p.002006: 1. originates from an institution which is not of equivalent status to a post-secondary educational institution;
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p.002006: degrees “Bachelor…” or “Master…”, each followed by the suffix designated by the curriculum, provided that
p.002006: these academic degrees are provided for in the curricula. On demand of the holder, the university which has
p.002006: awarded the academic degree shall deliver a confirmation on that.
p.002006: (14) To applications for the recognition of doctoral theses according to § 85 which have been filed before entering
p.002006: into force of § 85 as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 74/2006, § 85 in the version which has been in force up
p.002006: to that time shall apply.
p.002006: (15) Degree students who are enrolled in doctoral programs which were installed with a minimum workload of
p.002006: 120 ECTS credits before the entry into force of § 54 para 4, as amended by F.L.G. I No 74/2006, shall be entitled to
p.002006: complete their studies by November 30, 2017 at the latest, according to these provisions. From the academic year
p.002006: 2009/10, the admission to a doctoral program the minimum duration of which is less than three years must not take
p.002006: place any more.
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p.002006: Section 4
p.002006: Chapter 4
p.002006: Transition of personnel
p.002006: University Staff
p.002006: Officials of the Confederation Permanent
p.002006: Federal Civil Servants
p.002006: § 125. (1) For the area of each university, an "Office of the University ..." is set up, in its name
p.002006: must bear the name of the university concerned. The "Office of the University ..." is the Federal Minister
p.002006: or directly subordinate to the Federal Minister and is administered by the Rector of this university
p.002006: directed. In this function, this is in accordance with the instructions of the Federal Minister
p.002006: bound. The "Office of the University ..." is the responsible service authority. The rector has legal
p.002006: or the rector as head of the "Office of the University ..." the 1984 Law on Service Law, Federal Law Gazette.
p.002006: No. 29/1984. This decides on complaints against notices from the "Office of the University ..."
p.002006: Federal Administrative Court.
p.002006: (2) Officials who worked at the university on the day before this Federal Act took full effect
p.002006: Position area Universities or universities of the arts are appointed, belong to the latter
p.002006: The following day (reference date) for the duration of your service at the office of the university whose
p.002006: Tasks they have mainly done and are assigned to this university for permanent service,
p.002006: as long as they are not transferred to another federal agency.
p.002006: (3) Officials who are appointed in another position and the university to service
p.002006: are assigned to the university for services if the need arises
p.002006: assigned.
p.002006: (4) Officials who worked at the university on the day before this Federal Act took full effect
p.002006: Position area universities are appointed and assigned to an institution of a medical faculty,
p.002006: belong to the office of those for the duration of their service from the day following that date (key date)
p.002006: Medical university, which is the successor institution of the relevant medical faculty, and
p.002006: are assigned to this medical university for permanent service as long as they are not assigned to another
p.002006: Federal agency to be transferred.
p.002006: (5) Officials who, at the time this Federal Act comes into force, become an inter-university
p.002006: Are assigned to or in the facility
p.002006: § 125. (1) For each university, a “university office”, bearing the name of the respective university, shall be
p.002006: established. The university office shall report directly to the Federal Minister, and shall be headed by the rector of
p.002006: the respective university. The rector shall be bound by ministerial instructions in this capacity. The university
p.002006: office shall be the competent employing authority. In matters concerning employment law procedures,
p.002006: the rector in his / her capacity as head of the university office shall apply the Federal Employment Law Procedure
p.002006: Act 1984, F.L.G. No 29/1984. The Federal Administrative Court shall find on appeals against official notifications
p.002006: issued by the university office.
p.002006: (2) Civil servants with budgeted posts at a university or a university of the arts as of the day before the entry of
p.002006: this Act into full effect shall, from the following day (effective date) and for the duration of their service, be
p.002006: assigned to the office of that university where their duties have predominantly been performed, and shall be
p.002006: permanently assigned to such university unless transferred to another federal post.
p.002006: (3) Civil servants with other budgeted posts and assigned to service at a university shall be deemed to
p.002006: continue to be assigned to service at such university from the effective date onwards.
p.002006: (4) Civil servants with budgeted university posts who are assigned to an organizational unit of a faculty of
p.002006: medicine as of the day before the entry of this Act into full effect shall, from the following day (effective date) and
p.002006: for the duration of their service, be assigned to the office of that medical university which is the
p.002006: successor institution of the faculty concerned, and shall be permanently assigned to such medical university unless
p.002006: transferred to another federal post.
p.002006: (5) Civil servants assigned to inter-university institutions at the time of the entry into force of this Act or
p.002006: thereafter shall, as of the day of the entry of this act into full
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p.002006: Time thereafter, apply with the effective date of this federal law on the
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p.002006: received on the occasion of the termination of the previous employment relationship in accordance with § 26 Paragraph 3 Salary Act 1956
p.002006: Refund clearance.
p.002006: (12) For the "Office of the University ..." officials, the university has the entire federal government
p.002006: To replace activity expenses including incidental costs and to make a contribution towards covering pension expenses. This
p.002006: Contribution amounts to 31.8% of the active salary expenses. All cash benefits, one of which are considered as active benefits
p.002006: Pension contribution is payable. The pension contributions to be withheld by the civil servants are
p.002006: to be counted. In the event of a future change in the amount of the federal civil servants' pension contribution
p.002006: and federal officials in accordance with § 22 Salary Act 1956, the percentage of the contribution margin changes in the
p.002006: same extent. Special pension contributions and transfer amounts made as of January 1, 2004 are
p.002006: to be transferred immediately and in full to the federal government. The other payments to the federal government are each
p.002006: due on the 10th of the month concerned. Social security transfer amounts on the occasion of the
p.002006: Withdrawal from a pension insurance-free employment relationship must be paid by the university. The one for that
p.002006: The federal government must provide the necessary funds in the global budget.
p.002006: (13) For civil servants at universities, the Workers Protection Act applies,
p.002006: Federal Law Gazette No. 450/1994.
p.002006: (14) Officials who are assigned to a facility for forensic medicine have within the scope of their
p.002006: Duty to participate in the preparation of expert opinions and findings in judicial proceedings. Contracting Authority
p.002006: is the relevant investigative or judicial authority.
p.002006: (15) Should a university lecturer at the university that she or he
p.002006: assigned to the service, in an employment relationship as a university professor
p.002006: University professor according to
p.002006: §§ 97 ff., The application of § 160 BDG 1979 is permitted. If an exemption is granted
p.002006: while maintaining the remuneration, the remuneration that is due from the employment relationship applies and exceeds the remuneration paid
p.002006: Benefits as remuneration.
p.002006: the employment of a university within six months of termination of his / her civil service employment, he / she
p.002006: shall be obliged to remit to the university the severance payment received upon termination of the previous employment
p.002006: according to § 26 para 3 of the Salaries Act.
p.002006: (12) Universities shall reimburse to the Federal Government the entire salaries and non-salary costs incurred by it in
p.002006: respect of civil servants assigned to university offices, and shall contribute to the pension expense arising from
p.002006: their employment. Such contributions shall represent 31.8 percent of gross salary. A salary shall be deemed
p.002006: to constitute all payments in respect of which a pension contribution is to be paid. Employee pension contributions
p.002006: deducted at source shall be counted towards salary. In the case of a future change in the amount of the pension
p.002006: contributions of civil servants according to § 22 of the Salaries Act 1956, the percentage contribution shall be
p.002006: changed to the same extent. Special pension contributions and other transfer payments made after 1 January 2004 shall
p.002006: be transferred to the Federal Government in full without delay. Other payments to the Federal Government shall be due
p.002006: on the tenth day of the respective month. Amounts to be transferred under social security law upon termination of an
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p.002006: Exceptions to this are the federal government's cost reimbursements for new clinics and conversions, as well as for
p.002006: First installation of these buildings.
p.002006: § 33. The medical universities or the universities at which a faculty of medicine has been established shall be
p.002006: obliged to reimburse the costs under § 55 of the Hospitals and Health Resorts Act to the maintaining body of
p.002006: the attached hospital on behalf of the Federal Government. The reimbursement by the Federal Government of the costs of
p.002006: new clinic buildings and alterations to clinic buildings as well as the costs of the initial furnishings of such
p.002006: buildings shall be exempt from these arrangements.
p.002006: Representatives of Doctors ’and Dentists’
p.002006: and Dentists ’Representatives
p.002006: § 34. The doctors working in the clinical area of a medical university or medical faculty
p.002006: and doctors as well as dentists with the exception of the heads of organizational units (§
p.002006: 32) have to perform the tasks according to § 3 Para
p.002006: Hospital Working Hours Act, Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/1997, to five representatives from among them
p.002006: choose.
p.002006: § 34. The doctors and dentists working in the clinical department of a medical university or a faculty of
p.002006: medicine, excluding the heads of organizational units (§ 32), shall elect five representatives from among their
p.002006: number to perform the duties stipulated in § 3 para 3 of the Hospital Working Hours Act (KA-AZG), Federal Law Gazette I
p.002006: No. 8/1997.
p.002006: Training institutions
p.002006: Training units
p.002006: Section 35. (1) Hospitals or facilities of hospitals that are not part of the clinical area
p.002006: a medical university or a medical faculty can belong to the medical
p.002006: Universities or the universities where a medical faculty is set up, with the consent of the
p.002006: Legal entity of the hospital for improvement and
p.002006: Section 35. (1) Subject to approval by the maintaining body of the attached hospital, hospitals or hospital units that are
p.002006: not part of the clinical department of a medical university or a faculty of medicine may be called upon by the medical
p.002006: universities or those universities at which a faculty of medicine has been established for the purpose of improving
p.002006: and intensifying practical medical training. This hospital may be
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p.002006: Intensification of practical medical teaching can be used. These hospitals can from
p.002006: of the medical university concerned or of the university concerned at which a
p.002006: Medical Faculty is established, the term "teaching hospital" can be awarded.
p.002006: (2) Medical facilities in the established area can be obtained from the medical universities or the
p.002006: Universities at which a medical faculty is established with their consent to
p.002006: Improvement and intensification of practical medical teaching can be used. this
p.002006: Institutions can be obtained from the medical university concerned or from the university concerned at which a
p.002006: Medical Faculty is established, the term "teaching coordination" can be awarded.
p.002006: awarded the title of “training hospital” by the medical university in question or the university in question at which a
p.002006: faculty of medicine has been established.
p.002006: (2) Medical facilities in the private practice area may, subject to their approval, be called upon by the medical
p.002006: universities or those universities at which a faculty of medicine has been established, for the purpose of
p.002006: improving and intensifying practical medical training. These facilities may be awarded the title of
p.002006: "Training practice" by the medical university in question or the university in question at which a faculty of medicine
p.002006: has been established.
p.002006: Clinical-practical year
p.002006: Clinical Internship Year
p.002006: Section 35a. (1) The clinical-practical year is part of the study of human medicine and is used for acquisition
p.002006: and the deepening of medical skills, especially in the field of practical medical teaching.
p.002006: (2) The active participation in the care of patients is in accordance with the regulations of the
p.002006: Doctors Act 1998, BGBl. I No. 169/1998, possible. This participation in the care of patients
p.002006: is the legal entity of the teaching institution and not the medical university or the university at which one
p.002006: Medical Faculty is set up, or attributed to students in training.
p.002006: This does not result in an employment or employment relationship with the legal entity of the teaching institution
p.002006: founded.
p.002006: (3) Mere support services for the life of the students by the legal entity of the
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p.002006: and 3 as well as § 141, as amended by the Federal Act published in the F.L.G. I No 8/2018, shall enter into force on
p.002006: 1 February 2018. Sections 12, 12a and
p.002006: 203 of 205
p.002006: Paragraph 3 and Section 141 in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I No. 8/2018 are for the first time on the
p.002006: Performance agreement period 2019 to 2021 apply. On funding universities for the current
p.002006: The service agreement period 2016 to 2018 are Sections 12, 13 and 141 in the version applicable on January 31, 2018
p.002006: continue to apply. Section 13 (4) will expire at the end of January 31, 2018.
p.002006: (50) Section 63a (9) and 3a. Section of Part II with heading (Sections 71a to 71d with headings)
p.002006: in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 8/2018 come into force on May 1, 2018 and are for the first time for the
p.002006: Admission to study for the winter semester 2019/2020. For the admissions for the winter semester
p.002006: 2018/2019 and for the summer semester 2019 are § 63a para. 9 and 3a. Section of Part II including
p.002006: Headline in the version applicable on April 30, 2018 continues to apply.
p.002006: (51) § 141a and § 141b second sentence shall expire on January 31, 2018. In § 141c the
p.002006: Paragraph designation "(1)" and paragraphs 2 and 3 will cease to apply at the end of January 31, 2018.
p.002006: (52) Section 141 (7) and section 141b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 30/2018 come into effect on February 1, 2018
p.002006: in force.
p.002006: (53) The table of contents, section 1, section 13a (4), section 14 (6), section 16 (6), section 17 (2), section 21 (2), section 29 (4) 2, section
p.002006: 42 (4), 43 (4), 45 (2), 60 (5), 119 (3) and 143 (42) in the version of the
p.002006: Data Protection Adaptation Act 2018 - Science and Research, Federal Law Gazette I No. 31/2018, come into effect on May 25, 2018
p.002006: in force.
p.002006: 12b, § 13 para 2 subpara 1 lit b, c and g, § 13 para 2 subpara 2, § 13 para 3 as well as § 141, as amended by the
p.002006: Federal Act F.L.G. I No 8/2018, shall first apply to the performance agreement period 2019 to 2021. §§ 12, 13 as well
p.002006: as 141 in the version valid as of 31 January 2018 shall continue to apply to university funding for the
p.002006: performance agreement period 2016 to 2018. § 13 para 4 shall expire at the end of 31 January 2018.
p.002006: (50) § 63a para 9 as well as Chapter 3a of Part II including the heading (§§ 71a to 71d including the headings), as
p.002006: amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 8/2018, shall enter into force on 1 May 2018 and shall first apply to the
p.002006: admission to study programs for the winter semester 2019/2020. For admissions in the winter semester
p.002006: 2018/2019 as well as in the summer semester 2019, § 63a para 9 as well as Chapter 3a of Part II including the heading
p.002006: in the version valid as of 30 April 2018 shall continue to apply.
p.002006: (51) § 141a as well as § 141b, second sentence, shall expire as of 31 January 2018. In § 141c the following shall be
p.002006: deleted: “(1)”, and paras 2 and 3 shall expire at the end of January 31, 2018.
p.002006: (52) § 141 para 7 and § 141b, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 30/2018, shall enter into force on
p.002006: 1 February 2018.
p.002006: (53) The table of contents, § 1, § 13a para 4, § 14 para 6, § 16 para 6, § 17 para 2, § 21 para 2, § 29
p.002006: para 4 subpara 2, § 42 para 4, § 43 para 4, § 45 para 2, § 60 para 5, § 119 para 3 as well as § 143 para 42, as amended
p.002006: by the Data Protection Amendment Act 2018 - Science and Research, F.L.G. I No 31/2018, shall enter into force on
p.002006: 25 May 2018.
p.002006: (54) Section 30a and Section 108 (5) shall expire on May 24, 2018. (54) Section 30a and Section 108 para 5
p.002006: shall expire at the end of 24 May 2018.
p.002006: (55) Sections 60 (6) and 63 (1) (3), paragraphs 10, 10a and 10b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 56/2018
p.002006: are to be applied to applications for admission to studies from the summer semester 2019.
p.002006: (56) Section 29 (6), Section 35, Section 35a (2) and (3) and Section 35b in the version of the Federal Law BGBl. I No. 52/2018
p.002006: take effect on the day following the announcement. Section 52 (3) in the version of
p.002006: Federal Law BGBl. I No. 52/2018 comes into force on October 1, 2018.
p.002006: (57) Section 125 (12) in the version of the Federal Law Gazette I No. 52/2018 comes into force on the day of the announcement
p.002006: follows. Any payments made by the federal government before this regulation came into force and not yet
p.002006: refundierte
p.002006: (55) Sections 60 para 6 and 63 para 1 subpara 3, paras 10, 10a and 10b, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No
p.002006: 56/2018, shall apply to applications for the admission to a study program starting with the summer semester
p.002006: Of 2019.
p.002006: (56) Section 29 para 6, Section 35, Section 35a paras 2 and 3 as well as Section 35b, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 52/2018,
p.002006: shall enter into force on the day following the promulgation. Section 52 para 3, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G.I.
p.002006: No 52/2018, shall enter into force on 1 October 2018.
p.002006: (57) § 125 para 12, as amended by the Federal Act F.L.G. I No 52/2018, shall enter into force on the day
p.002006: following the promulgation. Any amounts to be transferred under social security law which have been
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Appendix
Indicator List
| Indicator | Vulnerability |
|---|
| abuse | Victim of Abuse |
| access | Access to Social Goods |
| age | Age |
| authority | Relationship to Authority |
| autonomy | Impaired Autonomy |
| belief | Religion |
| care obligations | persons with care obligations |
| child | Child |
| children | Child |
| conviction | Religion |
| criminal | criminal |
| dependent | Dependent |
| disability | Mentally Disabled |
| disabled | Mentally Disabled |
| education | education |
| educational | education |
| employees | employees |
| ethnicity | Ethnicity |
| family | Motherhood/Family |
| foreign student | international student |
| gender | gender |
| home | Property Ownership |
| illness | Physically Disabled |
| impaired | Cognitive Impairment |
| impairment | Cognitive Impairment |
| incapacity | Incapacitated |
| influence | Drug Usage |
| international student | international student |
| job | Occupation |
| language | Linguistic Proficiency |
| military | Soldier |
| minor | Youth/Minors |
| nation | stateless persons |
| not employed | Unemployment |
| occupation | Occupation |
| officer | Police Officer |
| opinion | philosophical differences/differences of opinion |
| parents | parents |
| party | political affiliation |
| philosophy | philosophical differences/differences of opinion |
| political | political affiliation |
| property | Property Ownership |
| religion | Religion |
| religious | Religion |
| research staff | Laboratory Staff |
| restricted | Incarcerated |
| single | Marital Status |
| stateless | stateless persons |
| student | Student |
| union | Trade Union Membership |
| usage | Drug Usage |
| victim | Victim of Abuse |
| visually impaired | visual impairment |
| women | Women |
Indicator Peers (Indicators in Same Vulnerability)
| Indicator | Peers |
|---|
| abuse | ['victim'] |
| belief | ['conviction', 'religion', 'religious'] |
| child | ['children'] |
| children | ['child'] |
| conviction | ['belief', 'religion', 'religious'] |
| disability | ['disabled'] |
| disabled | ['disability'] |
| education | ['educational'] |
| educational | ['education'] |
| foreign student | ['internationalXstudent'] |
| home | ['property'] |
| impaired | ['impairment'] |
| impairment | ['impaired'] |
| influence | ['usage'] |
| international student | ['foreignXstudent'] |
| job | ['occupation'] |
| nation | ['stateless'] |
| occupation | ['job'] |
| opinion | ['philosophy'] |
| party | ['political'] |
| philosophy | ['opinion'] |
| political | ['party'] |
| property | ['home'] |
| religion | ['belief', 'conviction', 'religious'] |
| religious | ['belief', 'conviction', 'religion'] |
| stateless | ['nation'] |
| usage | ['influence'] |
| victim | ['abuse'] |
Trigger Words
capacity
consent
cultural
developing
ethics
justice
protection
risk
sensitive
welfare
Applicable Type / Vulnerability / Indicator Overlay for this Input