The Open University has been based in Austria since 1992, with a local co-ordinator based in Vienna. Increasingly large numbers of Open University students in Austria are employed by international organisations such as the UN, OSCE and OPEC.
Facts and figures
300 students are curently studying with the Open University in Austria, and over 300 people have gained degrees since 1992. Nearly 50% of Open University students in Austria are registered with the Business School. Technology, Computing and Social Sciences are also popular courses.
48% of OU students in Austria are Austrian nationals, 24% British and 28% from other countries. With Vienna as a gateway to the East, students in Austria have been found to be highly mobile.
The student's perspective
Nina Schneider of Vienna is midway through her degree in social sciences. 'As a singer and actress, it was impossible for me to study at a 'traditional' university as I am often away from home for extended periods of time. The OU provides the flexibility I need - and a lot of support and understanding. You get the feeling that everybody - especially the tutors, with whom you have the closest contact - really wants you to succeed. I can highly recommend the OU to those who are looking for a challenge, high quality education and supportive and efficient care.'
