Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien

In 1898, the Imperial Export Academy was founded, which became WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) in 1975. Originally, a unique institution of higher education focused on a comprehensive education in international trade, today’s WU plays a major role in the fields of economics and business. With around 24,000 students, WU is one of the largest of its kind in Europe.

This subject-specific exchange partner is suitable for students in the following subject area(s) only:

  • Business

Teaching is available in English and German. Students should be able to take a full course load in English at this institution. Students who wish to take courses in German must meet minimum language requirements.

See language requirements for more information. 


Find key information for exchange students via the links below:

Information for incoming exchange students

Student life in Vienna

Living costs


More than 350 English-taught courses are offered each term, covering all core fields of business and economics as well as related areas. Some courses are offered in block format to make scheduling easier (registration is based on first come, first serve-basis). 

Undergraduate students can only take undergraduate courses. A limited range of Accounting courses is available.

View WU Wien course catalogue


Off-campus student housing is available through student residence providers. Private flats can be found online e.g. through the housing platform Housing Anywhere. 


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