University of Innsbruck – Universität Innsbruck

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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 5,500 employees the best conditions.

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The University of Innsbruck offers more than 160 degree programmes which can be supplemented with practical elective packages.

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Economics

Building Connections and Knowledge

The fourth Innsbruck-Munich Empirical Economics Workshop took place in late September, set at the scenic location of Maria Waldrast. Organized by Prof. Andreas Steinmayr (University of Innsbruck, Public Finance) and Prof. Joachim Winter (LMU Munich, Economics), this annual event provides junior researchers from both universities with a valuable platform to present their latest work and gain constructive insights from peers and senior colleagues alike.

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Francesca Ferlaino is “Austrian of the Year”

On Wednesday evening, the daily newspaper “Die Presse” honored personalities who have made outstanding achievements in their field over the past year at the Austria 24 Gala in Vienna. In the “Research” category, the Innsbruck quantum physicist Francesca Ferlaino was named “Austrian of the Year”.

Migration

Philippines in the focus of migration research

Over one million Filipinos leave their country every year to work. The high emigration figures not only concern the Philippine state, but also the economist Andreas Steinmayr. In July 2024, he resumed a long-standing collaboration with the Philippine Department of Immigration, providing researchers with valuable insights into migration dynamics.

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Wie gerecht ist der „gerechte Frieden“?

Gender as a void in church peace policy: Church peace policy is seen as a beacon of hope in conflicts where political actors have hardly any solutions to offer. The Holy See in particular has a dual function as an ecclesiastical and political actor, which has earned it respect in the context of international relations. The socio-ethical concept of "just peace" developed since the end of the Cold War questions political, economic and military interests and places human dignity and the common good at the centre of conflict transformation. 9th Herlinde Pissarek-Hudelist Lecture with Prof Dr Regina Elsner, University of Münster. Lecture in German.

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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 civil engineering.

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.

Research

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