Am I eligible for the MSc program?

To be eligible for the “Geographical Information Science & Systems – UNIGIS MSc (CE)” you need to

  • hold a relevant Bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognised post-secondary educational institution, in a “spatial” or IT-related discipline. Additionally, candidates holding a Bachelor degree in other disciplines may also qualify for admission if they have addressed spatially relevant topics during their studies, provided they have professional experience in GIS or related fields.
  • prove sufficient English language skills to read and write complex, academic texts.

The program director decides on the admission to the study program considering available study places, the application documents and the orientation interview.

Tuition fees

Study program’s tuition fee amounts to € 12,500.- payable in a single installment.

Payment in one installment

Amount

Due date

(start October, 01 2025)

Single installment

€ 12,500.-

September, 17 2025

Alternatively, the tuition fee may be split into four or six installments as listed below:

Payment in four installments

Amount

Due date

(start October, 01 2025)

1st installment

€ 4,450.-

September, 17 2025

2nd installment

€ 2,850.-

February, 17 2026

3rd installment

€ 2,850.-

September, 17 2026

4th installment

€ 2,850.-

February, 17 2027

Payment in six installments

Amount

Due date

(start October, 01 2025)

1st installment

€ 3,900.-

September, 17 2025

2nd installment

€ 1,820.-

February, 17 2026

3rd installment

€ 1,820.-

September, 17 2026

4th installment

€ 1,820.-

February, 17 2027

5th installment

€ 1,820.-

September, 17 2027

6th installment

€ 1,820.-

February, 17 2028

Additional fees are due for credit card payment.

The tuition fee does not include any VAT and is non-refundable. The tuition includes all fees at the University of Salzburg (e.g. library access, e-learning platform, software and the obligatory membership at the Austrian Student Union). Expenses for communication, hardware or optional trips to summer schools, workshops or conferences are not covered.

In case a student exceeds the study end date, no further courses or exams can be taken. It is possible, however, to agree on a study extension with the Director of Studies, which then is subject to an additional extension fee.

Application

  • Check your eligibility for the UNIGIS MSc study program and view the required application documents listed in the application form. In case of doubt, we will gladly advise you.

  • Set up your time management; consider your family, job, and friends. Clarify the financing of your study, e.g. if your employer is willing to support your study.

  • Send your signed application and documents per email to UNIGIS Office.

  • Get individual advice and approval in an online orientation meeting with the Director of Studies.