Eisenstadt, 29 September 2026. Enrolment for the four planned new degree programmes at the University of Applied Sciences Burgenland will open from 1 October 2026. The new programmes have been developed by teams of experts and their relevance has been assessed through needs analyses. With these programmes, the university is further expanding its profile in three of its four departments: Energy and Environment, Information Technology and Business.
We can look back on decades of expertise in the fields of energy, the environment and building services engineering. Graduates of the University of Applied Sciences Burgenland hold decision-making positions both at home and abroad in areas relating to the energy transition, the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and sustainable innovation.
Bettina Schauer-Frank, rector of the University of Applied Sciences Burgenland
In response to international demand, the department now offers its first degree programme taught in English. Once again, the university is making an important contribution to internationalisation and international cooperation on issues of great social relevance.
Green Engineering: Bachelor’s degree, full-time, taught in English, in Pinkafeld
The new Green Engineering Bachelor’s degree programme takes an interdisciplinary approach. It combines engineering, climate protection, natural sciences, economics and management to develop environmentally friendly, resource-efficient and socially responsible solutions, thereby combating climate change. The programme focuses on renewable energies, the circular economy, the development of climate-friendly products and services, and the holistic assessment of products and systems throughout their entire life cycle. The programme is aimed at prospective students from Austria and abroad who are seeking an engineering education with a clear focus on sustainability. Qualification: Bachelor of Science in Engineering. 25 places for first-year students.
Sustainable Energy Systems and Electronics: Bachelor’s degree, part time, taught in German, in Pinkafeld
This Bachelor’s degree programme is aimed at those starting their careers and focuses on sustainable energy systems, electronics, lighting and optoelectronic technologies, as well as the use of artificial intelligence and digital methods for system optimisation. The aim is to train specialists who can design future-proof technical systems for energy conversion, storage and utilisation. The programme thus strengthens the link between technical innovation, sustainability and practical applicability. Some modules are taught in English. Qualification: Bachelor of Science in Engineering. 25 places for first-year students.
Digital Governance & Compliance Engineering: Master’s degree, part-time, taught in German, in Eisenstadt
The new Master’s programme addresses the intersection of digitalisation, cyber security, data protection, governance and European regulation. Students learn to translate regulatory requirements such as the AI Act, NIS2 or the GDPR into technical architectures and operational models. The programme qualifies students for roles such as Digital Governance Engineer, Compliance Engineer, Privacy Engineer or Secure Systems Architect and responds to the growing demand for specialists who can shape digital innovation in a legally compliant and responsible manner. Some modules are taught in English. Qualification: Master of Science in Engineering. 25 places for new students.
Business Management and Commercial Law: Master’s degree, part-time, taught in German, in Eisenstadt
This Master’s programme combines management expertise with commercial law and is aimed at anyone wishing to take on or expand leadership responsibilities. The programme focuses on strategic management, leadership and ethics, innovation and change management, compliance and risk management, as well as national and EU law in an economy shaped by regulation and digitalisation. Graduates go on to hold positions that require a combination of business and legal expertise. Some modules are taught in English. Qualification: Master of Arts in Business. 20 places for first-year students.
Relevance and Internationalisation
The four degree programmes have been designed in line with current social and economic developments and assessed according to the demand for graduates in the labour market. They respond to the need for skilled professionals in future-oriented fields such as the energy transition, digital transformation, compliance and corporate governance.
At the same time, the new English-taught programmes strengthen the internationalisation of the University and its collaboration within a globally networked higher education and working environment. The degree programmes are due to start in autumn 2027, subject to approval by AQ-Austria.
Please note: Applications for all degree programmes for the 2027/28 academic year will be accepted from 1 October. The application deadline is 31 March for all Bachelor’s programmes and 31 May for all Master’s programmes. Further information is available at www.hochschule-burgenland.at
For further enquiries:
Mag.a Christiane Staab │ Marketing and Communications │ Burgenland University of Applied Sciences GmbH │ Tel: +43 (0)5 7705 3537 │ Email: christiane.staab(at)hochschule-burgenland.at
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