Dear Students,
National University “Yuri Kondratyuk Poltava Polytechnic” is thrilled to announce the opening of the call for applications for the Erasmus+ ICM program in partnership with the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt / Fachhochschule Wiener Neustadt (Austria)(Austria) for the fall semester of the 2026/2027 academic year!
This is more than just an academic exchange – it is a gateway to your professional future. By participating in this program, you will gain the unique opportunity to study at one of Austria’s leading universities, known for its strong focus on practical, business-oriented education. You will immerse yourself in an international academic environment, refine your professional skills under the guidance of top-tier experts, and broaden your global network.
Why participate in the Erasmus+ program at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt?
World-Class Business Education: experience a curriculum designed to meet the demands of the modern European market, bridging the gap between theory and real-world business practice.
A Truly International Experience: live and study in the heart of Europe, interact with peers from across the globe, and foster a cross-cultural mindset that is highly valued by global employers.
Professional Growth: this experience will distinguish your CV, signaling to future employers your initiative, adaptability, and readiness to work in an international setting.
Full Support: with a monthly grant of 1,100 EUR, the program provides the financial stability you need to focus entirely on your personal and professional growth while exploring Austrian culture.
Joining the Erasmus+ family is a life-changing experience that opens doors to new horizons, new ideas, and new friendships. We invite you to take this step forward and represent the Poltava Polytechnic on the international stage!
Application deadline: May 05, 2026, 09:00.
Language proficiency testing: May 05, 2026, 11:30, room U-03A (shelter of Building A).
Number of vacancies: 1.
Eligibility Criteria
We invite applications from Bachelor’s and Master’s students of the Educational and Research Institute of Finance, Economics, Management, and Law. The selection process is based on candidates’ academic achievements, the absence of outstanding debts, and a demonstrated proficiency in English or German at the B2/C1 level.
Financial Support and Living Expenses
Participants will receive a monthly Erasmus+ grant of 1,100 EUR, designed to cover essential living costs during their studies in Austria. Based on estimates provided by our Austrian partners, a balanced monthly budget typically looks as follows:
- Accommodation: 450 €;
- Food: 300 €;
- Current expenses: 250 €.
Housing
WIHAST Dorms offer good availability for exchange students. Accommodation consists of two-room apartments shared with another student at a cost of approximately 450 EUR per month. The location is highly convenient, with the business campus just a 15-minute bus ride away and local shops within a 5-minute walking distance.
Campus Residence offers private, compact apartments at a monthly rate of approximately 600 EUR. Located in the heart of the city, this residence is situated right next to the business campus, providing exceptional convenience for your daily commute to classes.
Important: prior to departure, selected candidates must familiarize themselves with all relevant legal and practical requirements, including visas, insurance, and residency registration. Please review the guidelines provided here and here.
Academic content
The curriculum at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of business and management within an international framework. Our goal is to help you deepen your professional expertise while gaining a global perspective on your field of study.
To ensure your academic success, we encourage you to carefully review the list of available disciplines and consult with your department to create a personalized study plan that aligns with your degree requirements. You can access the course catalogues via the links below or find further details in the course descriptions at the end of this announcement.
Procedure for participating in the Erasmus+ ICM program
Step 1: Coordination with Your Graduating Department
The first step in your application process is to reach out to your graduating department to discuss your intent to participate in the program. Your department coordinators will review your current curriculum at the Poltava Polytechnic and compare it with the Erasmus+ course offerings at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt for the fall semester of 2026/2027.
If the disciplines are found to be compatible, your department will prepare two formal memos required for your mobility package. Furthermore, they will coordinate with the Institute's administration to issue your official Academic Transcript (statement of grades).
Important Note: please be advised that these documents are mandatory. Students who have not obtained the required two official memos and the academic transcript by the application deadline will not be eligible to proceed to the English language testing stage.
Step 2. Preparation of personal documents
The student must prepare the following:
- 2 official memos from the graduating department;
- Academic transcript from the dean's office;
- Scanned copy of the international passport (first page, PDF format);
- CV in English (PDF format with photo, max 2 pages);
- Motivation letter in English (max 1 page, PDF format);
- Passport-sized photo (.jpeg);
- Scanned copy of the secondary education certificate with supplements;
- Foreign language proficiency certificate (if available).
Motivation letters are checked for plagiarism and AI use.
It is forbidden to submit the same motivation letter for multiple mobility programs.
Documents not prepared in accordance with the requirements will not be accepted.
Step 3. Submission of documents
The document package must be submitted simultaneously in electronic and printed form to the International Relations Department (office 213-C) through the graduating department.
Submission email: interoffice@nupp.edu.ua
Bachelor’s Course Catalogue
Master’s Course Catalogue
You can read about the experience of Poltava Polytechnic students studying at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt in the fall of 2024 here and here, and in the spring of 2025 here and here and in the fall of 2025 here.
Our partnership with the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt serves as a strategic bridge between Poltava Polytechnic and the European academic community. Austria ranks among the leaders in Europe for the quality of its business education, and the teaching format at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt combines a strong theoretical foundation with a practical focus on real-world case studies, which is extremely valuable for future professionals in the fields of finance, economics, management and law.
By joining this programme, you will gain:
• A competitive edge: experience of studying at a European university is the “gold standard” on a CV, opening doors to international corporations and leading domestic companies.
• Global networking: you will become part of a community of students from all over the world, which forms the foundation for future professional contacts and lifelong friendships.
• Development of soft skills: adapting to a different environment, the challenges of a foreign language and working in multicultural teams build character, teaching independence and flexibility – qualities that are most valued by employers today.
We are proud that our students have the opportunity to study side by side with their European peers. This is your chance to broaden your horizons, see the world from a different perspective and return home with a unique wealth of knowledge that will help you build the career of your dreams.
Don’t wait for the perfect moment – create it yourself!
Please note that Poltava Polytechnic faculty members can participate in academic mobility and internship programs. Students can study abroad under Erasmus+ credit mobility grant programs for a semester or a full academic year at leading universities in Austria, Greenland, Denmark, Estonia, Spain, Lithuania, Latvia, Norway, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Finland, and the Czech Republic.
For more detailed information on current internships, teaching, and academic mobility programs abroad, please contact the International Relations Department (office 213-C, interoffice@nupp.edu.ua).
