University Life
The University of Innsbruck has a long history dating back as far as 1669, the year it was founded. The University of Innsbruck is the main university for the Tyrol, South Tyrol, Vorarlberg and the Principality of Liechtenstein and aims at promoting and facilitating a lively exchange between science and the public. Sustainable academic and social values are the foundation for achieving its goal of having an impact on society.
Within the framework of several activities, the University substantiates the assignment it takes on for the society of the region by bringing research, teaching and administrative functions closer to the general public.
Events
Awards
Since 1848 the University has held award ceremonies for prominent persons, who are recognised for their contributions to the University or scientific excellence:
New Faces
Music
Members of the University – students and professors alike – are welcome to participate in the University Orchestra, University Choir or the Uni-Big-Band with regular concerts being held for the general public:
Cultural centres
International cultural centres offer diverse events:
Worth seeing
The University of Innsbruck also accommodates museums, archives and a Botanical Garden:
- Archaeological Museum Innsbruck - a collection of casts and originals
- Archive of Architecture
- Botanical Garden
Sport
The University Sports Institute Innsbruck (USI) offers a wide variety of sports programs:
http://www.uibk.ac.at/usi/
Children and teenagers
The University also offers an exciting program for children and teenagers, where they get the opportunity to become acquainted with the fascinating world of research and science both theoretically and practically:
Lifelong learning
Following the principle of lifelong learning, the University of Innsbruck provides continuing education and training courses in all the fields taught at the University.
- Continuing Professional Training
- Language Centre
- uni.com - Collaboration of the University with the Adult Education Centre Tyrol
- University in the Village events (Ausservillgraten, the Tyrol)
Equality
The University is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and students:
University parish
The University parish is an integral part of pastoral care at the University:
Alumni
The Alumni-Network is a platform for graduates of the University of Innsbruck:
Friends of the University of Innsbruck:
Associations and societies
Academic associations and scientific societies are committed to promote science and transfer of knowledge:
Obituaries
The University of Innsbruck commemorates its deceased members: