Starting your studies

Here you will find the key dates and resources for starting your computer science studies at our faculty.

The Welcome Guide provides a general overview for new students at the University of Vienna, as well as numerous tips and resources:

Welcome to the University of Vienna!

If you have any questions, please check our service overview or contact the appropriate office.

ENTER_DAY

The orientation events for first-year students provide you with important initial information.
Mentoring

Mentoring and other networking opportunities provide guidance and a platform for exchange during the initial phase.
Study organisation

More information on effectively planning your studies and the culture of studying and holding exams at the University of Vienna

ENTER_DAY

Every year, the Faculty of Computer Science hosts ENTER_DAY, an orientation event for first-year students in the bachelor’s programmes.

What happens at ENTER_DAY?

First-year students receive useful information and tips on the structure and organisation of their bachelor’s programme.
The mentors from the mentoring programme, as well as the students' representatives (StV & FV Informatik), introduce themselves.
The students' representatives support first-semester students with course registration and organise the semester opening in the courtyard.
Please register for the orientation event (course no. 050000) which takes place as part of ENTER_DAY.

Livestream and presentation slides ENTER_DAY 2026 (in German)

ENTER_DAY 2026 will take place on 30 September.

Where? Währinger Straße 29, 1090 Vienna

PLEASE NOTE: Minor changes to the programme may occur.

10:00 Welcome by the dean (HS 1)
10:15 The bachelor’s programme: A guide with the director of studies (HS 1)
11:30 Introduction to the students' representatives & mentoring team (HS 1)
Starting at 12:00 semester opening (courtyard)
12:30 – 14:00 Late registration for courses with the students' representatives (computer labs)

ENTER_DAY for master’s students will take place on 30 September at 14:00 (CET).

Where? Lecture hall 1 (HS1, basement), Währinger Straße 29, 1090 Vienna

Mentoring & networking

Connecting with other students is often a key factor in a successful academic journey.

Take advantage of ENTER_DAY, our free mentoring programme, and the regular offers and events offered by the Students' Representatives to connect with new and established students alike. Get advice or form study groups to help you get a solid footing during the initial phase of your studies.

Accessibility

Students with disabilities are often inadequately informed about available support options, while students without disabilities have no understanding of “students with disabilities” and the challenges they face in their daily academic lives.

To break down barriers on both sides, the university offers a range of information resources. Please contact the Accessibility Team with any personal concerns.

Information on accessibility Counselling: Team Barrierefrei