Paris Lodron Universität Salzburg (PLUS)

Paris Lodron Universität Salzburg (PLUS) is an exchange destination for Utrecht University Bachelor and Master students of the faculty of Humanities in Salzburg, Austria.

"Salzburg is small (especially in comparison with Vienna, or even with Utrecht), but there is a lot of tourism going on in the area, so there are many things for you to undertake in the surroundings of Salzburg." - experience from a former exchange student 

Student experiences

Read about student experiences

Webpages

General information for exchange students

Faculty website

List of courses taught in English

 

Academic calendar

Semester I (Winter Semester): October - January
Semester II (Summer Semester): March - June

The orientation weeks usually take place during the last weeks of September and February, before each semester starts.

Academic Calendar

Requirements

Language requirement: a minimum language level of B2 (CEFR) in German/English is required.

The University offers German language courses through the Department of German and the University's Language Centre which are taught according to varying levels of proficiency and run the length of each semester. The courses cost between €45 and €120.

Areas of study open to exchange students

Students can take courses at the Department of Music and Arts. Students can also take courses within the Faculty of Cultural Sciences. Students can choose from other subject fields as far as places are available. No guarantee for participation can be given.

Courses at Master’s level

Yes

Language of instruction

English and German

Housing assistance

The University does not own any dormitories for students. Students are responsible for finding their own accommodation in Salzburg.

 

Estimated living costs per month
Costs per Month
Costs for Housing

student accommodation: 

€350 - 600

Food and Drinks€200 - 300
Study, Personal Requirements€100 - 200
Health Insurance with the
National Austrian Health Insurance Carrier (ÖGK)
€69,13
Clothes, cosmetics, toiletries€80
Costs per Semester
Mandatory Austrian Student Union Membership Fee€22,70
Costs for optional, extra-curricular courses (e.g., German Language Courses,)From €60 - 180
Local transportation: “Climate Ticket Salzburg Student” (<26 years)
Designed especially for students

€150

(city + federal state of Salzburg)

 

This information is subject to change. It is meant to be an indication. Costs may differ due to personal circumstances.

 

Credits

Normal study load per semester: 30 ECTS
 

Number of places available

1 place per semester.

Additional information

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Do you have any questions about this partner university or about studying abroad? Contact the International Office of the Faculty of Humanities (details below).