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... since 1669! Founded over 350 years ago, the University of Innsbruck today is the most important research and educational institution in western Austria, offering a wide range of programmes across all disciplines. Located in the heart of the Alps, it offers 28,000 students and 5,800 employees the best conditions.
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10 reasons to study at the University of Innsbruck
There are many good reasons to study at the University of Innsbruck. Innsbruck also has a lot to offer.
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A Virtuoso in the Quantum World
Rudolf Grimm gave up his career as a guitarist in a punk band to pursue a degree in physics; however, as an internationally renowned experimental physicist, Wittgenstein Prize winner, and one of the founding fathers of the Austrian Academy of Sciences’ Institute for Quantum Optics and Quantum Information (IQOQI), he also conquered the stage. Today, Tuesday, Grimm turns 65.
Aurora Up Close
Internationalisation certificates, insights into research, teaching and student engagement, and a look ahead: On 19 October, the European university alliance Aurora took centre stage at the International Days event in the Aula.
Bentley CEO: "Extraordinary – From 1919 To Today"
In a guest lecture, Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser shared interesting insights into Bentley’s sophisticated brand strategy and the dynamics of the automotive industry. Besides discussing craftsmanship, heritage, and the true meaning of luxury, he also gave valuable career advice to the students in the room.
"Ressource" Mensch im Krieg: 3. Internationale Ressourcentagung Europaregion Tirol-Südtirol-Trentino
Die interdisziplinäre Fachtagung wird vom Forschungszentrum Regionalgeschichte der Europaregion Tirol-Südtirol-Trentino (Universität Innsbruck) zusammen mit dem Landesmuseum Bergbau Südtirol veranstaltet und beleuchtet die vielfältigen Zusammenhänge zwischen Krieg, Gesellschaft und Ressourcen aus archäologischer, historischer und kulturwissenschaftlicher Perspektive.
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Research
Mountain Regions
We collect knowledge for the development of habitats and natural areas in mountains worldwide.
Biosciences
We drive forward biomolecular and biomedical developments.
Digital Science
We are driving digitalisation in research.
Materials and nanosciences
We utilise the synergies between physics, chemistry, earth sciences, pharmaceutics and engineering sciences.
Cultures
We ask questions about cultural dynamics and transformations.
Physics
We explore the workings of nature - from elementary particles to galaxies.
Scientific Computing
We contribute to solving complex, data-intensive problems in all scientific fields.
Economy, Politics & Society
Together, we get to the bottom of the big questions facing society across disciplinary boundaries.
Gender Studies
We research, theorize and deconstruct gender and gender relations.
Shaping the future
Many people have found their calling in research, teaching or administration at the University of Innsbruck. Join us in shaping the future and work in an international, diverse and family-friendly working environment. As an employee of the University of Innsbruck, you will also benefit from numerous benefits, such as
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