Program Overview

Admission to the Bachelor Programme in Sport and Human Movement Science

The University of Vienna offers a bachelor programme in Sport and Human Movement Science, which requires a secondary-school leaving certificate from a non-EU/EEA country and a German language level of A2 or B1.

Deadlines

The application periods for the summer and winter semesters are as follows:

• Summer semester 2026: 13 November 2025 to 7 January 2026
• Winter semester 2026/27: 2 March 2025 to 4 May 2026
• Summer semester 2027: 16 November 2026 to 7 January 2027

Required Documents

The required documents for registration and application are:

• Valid passport or personal ID card (front and back) as JPEG or PNG file
• Original secondary-school leaving certificate with all pages, legalisation, and sworn translation (if not in German or English)
• List of subjects in original version with sworn translation (if not in German or English)
• Transcripts/diplomas in original version with legalisation and sworn translation (if not in German or English)
• Proof of German language proficiency at level A2 or higher
• University entrance exam (for secondary-school leaving certificates from Iran, T僡kiye, or China)

Admission Procedure

The admission procedure consists of the following steps:

1. Prepare the required documents before the application period.
2. Apply for admission and wait for the admission letter.
3. Register for the University Preparation Programme of the Vienna Universities (VWU).
4. Complete the admission procedure in person.
5. Order the u:card.

Sporting Aptitude Admission Test

The sporting aptitude admission test takes place twice per academic year and is valid for four semesters. The test is required for admission to the bachelor programme in Sport and Human Movement Science.

FAQ

• The admission letter is valid for two semesters.
• The sporting aptitude admission test is valid for four semesters after successful completion.
• The admission procedure and required documents may vary depending on the individual's qualifications and circumstances.

Admission Criteria

The admission criteria for the bachelor programme in Sport and Human Movement Science include:

• Secondary-school leaving certificate from a non-EU/EEA country
• German language level of A2 or B1
• Successful completion of the sporting aptitude admission test
• Fulfilment of all requirements for admission to a bachelor programme at the University of Vienna

Tuition Fee

The tuition fee and Students' Union fee must be paid after the admission procedure is completed.

University Preparation Programme

The University Preparation Programme of the Vienna Universities (VWU) is required for students who need to improve their German language proficiency or complete supplementary exams. The programme includes German language courses and supplementary exams in Mathematics, English, or History/Geography.