FH KREMS University of Applied Sciences,
Austria
2 places are offered to KIMEP students for Spring 2009
http://www.imc-krems.ac.at/
IMC University of Applied Sciences KREMS – the international dimension of studying
Although started in 1994 only, the IMC University of Applied Sciences has
developed into an internationally renowned University with more than 1,500
students from all over the world.
At IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems, academia and a
strong applied focus offer graduates excellent international career prospects.
The following bachelor's and master’s programmes are available:
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Business (Tourism, Export, Health Management and Business Administration and E-Business
Management)
Health (Physiotherapy, Midwifery, Advanced Nursing Practice)
Life Sciences (Medical & Pharmaceutical Biotechnology)
International focus and practical relevance are the topmost priorities of all programmes. A
solid academic background, state-of-the art technical equipment, more than 50 partner universities
worldwide, and many other aspects provide students with the skills and abilities needed on the
international labor market.
Mission & Vision
Vision
It is our vision, as an internationally recognized university, to develop
innovative solutions in the areas of our core competences.
Mission
We are an Austrian university with international focus. We offer practice-oriented degree programmes
according to the needs of the industry. Our programmes fulfill international university standards, thereby
ensuring that our students are fully qualified to assume positions of responsibility in business and
society.
Our graduates and partners are a constant and integral part of the further development of the university,
thereby making a joint contribution to the rising quality of our teaching and research.
Useful Links
International Department:
http://www.imc-krems.ac.at/about-us/international-relations/international-department/
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Bachelor Programs http://www.imc-krems.ac.at/bachelor-en
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Master Programs http://www.imc-krems.ac.at/master-en
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Information about city/town www.fh-krems.ac.at
Academic Calendar 2008/2009
Introduction Days for international students (mandatory!)
16.09.2008 – 19.09.2008 (Fall term)
18.02.2009 – 20.02.2009 (Spring term)
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Fall term 22.09.2008 - 31.01.2009
Spring term 23.02.2009 - 27.06.2009
(D/M/
* To check Academic Calendar Please visit http://www.imc-krems.ac.at/aboutus/international-relations/international-department
Fees
KIMEP Exchange Students should pay tuition fee min. for 3 courses to KIMEP prior to departure
according to academic calendar as usually. KIMEP exchange students pay student fee to Krems
University
Travel, living expenses, visa and insurance are responsibility of the students!
Accommodation Fee and Estimated Living Costs per semester
Krems offers students accommodation on-campus!
 Accommodation: €320 - 250 per month (single room), € 220 – 260 (Double room).
 Living expenses: €400 - per month (food, entertainment, books, etc)
Other Expenses
 Round ticket: about US 1,200 dollars
 Visa: about US 100 dollars
 Insurance: about US 300 dollars per semester
Total**: USD 5, 000 – 5 500 per semester.
Other expenses depend on students’ personal life-style and
preferences!
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
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KIMEP Application Procedure:
In order to apply for the exchange program to Krems University, please ensure
that you satisfy the requirements of the academic program and submit necessary
completed documents to the International Relations Office in KIMEP:
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Good English skills
GPA 3.0 and above
At least one full year of undergraduate or one full semester of graduate study at
KIMEP (with KIMEP background from entering the Master program)
Documents:
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Completed KIMEP’s Application Form (download it from
www2.kimep.kz/international - KIMEP students - How to Apply)
A recommendation letter from a KIMEP faculty member
A copy of your unofficial transcript
our
website
Completed Course Pre-Approval Form; choose the courses you’d like to take at Krems
website and discuss it with the Course Instructor/Advisor (you can submit this form when
you are nominated for the program)
Application deadlines:
Fall Semester: March 5
Spring semester: September 5
Please submit the application form to KIMEP’s International Relations Office
To Yuliya Rogozhina, International Student Advisor
Office 409, Dostyk Building. Tel: 2704480
Email: yuliyar@kimep.kz
at
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Krems University:
Having been nominated as an exchange student to Krems University,
your next step would be to complete required documents and send them
to the University in Austria. We recommend you to send by express mail
(EMS Express, Pony Express, Overseas Courier Service, UPS) which
guarantees the receiving of them.
The set of Exchange Programme enrolment forms - together with the
additional documents - should be returned to Krems University’s International
Office by set dates:
Once you know your home institution has accepted your application for
student exchange and has informed the IMC Krems about it, please fill in
the application form by computer, print it & sign it, have it signed and stamped
by your coordinator who will then transmit all the documents to us within the
given deadline.
Application Deadlines:
Spring semester: November 1
Fall semester: May 1
Required Documents:
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Application Form
Accommodation form
Learning Agreement
Copy of passport
Copy of your insurance card /insurance policy
Please download all application forms from our web page:
www.fh-krems.ac.at/international
Please be aware that you’ll have to apply for visa to Austria in advance!
We recommend you to start the application procedure right after nomination in
order to get your visa on time.
Students need a formal letter of acceptance for visa purposes! You will get it from the host
university as soon as they receive your application documents.
You can find the list of other required documents for visa on the website of the Embassy or call
there personally!
Further important information for exchange students is given in the International
Students’ Guide. For detailed information on lectures of our different degree programmes,
please read our International Students’ Course Guide. Your learning agreement is due 6
weeks prior to your arrival in Austria.
Contact Person:
Ms. Sylvia Schnelzer
International Coordinator Incoming Students
Piaristengasse 1
3500 Krems, Austria
Tel: + 43 (0) 2732 802
Fax: + 43 (0) 2732 802 318
Email: international@fh-krems.ac.at