The architectural study at the Institute of Architecture (I oA) at DieAngewandte is offered as a Master Program that takes 6 semesters /180 ECTS and finishes with a MArch. The teaching language is English. Information on study fees via DiaAngewandte: www.dieangewandte.at/ financial_issues
APPLICATION
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor in Architecture (BA) and evidence of English language skills at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). APPLICATION PROCESS: Application period opens annually (January/February). Start of the study year for admitted applicants is the following October. Positive admission examinations are valid for three consecutive semesters.
Architectural Design 2
The central artistic subject at the I oA is architectural design, taught in three Design Studios, each with its own specific focus. Studio Space Popular - Architectural Design 2 - is led by Lara Lesmes and Fredrik Hellberg. Studio Space Popular is focused on Transmedia Architecture through design and theory. Transmedia Architecture defines the experience of space through physical and virtual means.
Admission
Each admission to the University of Applied Arts Vienna depends on the artistic talent of the candidate which is established by a portfolio review first and followed by a personal interview (in person or online). The admission is decided by a jury. Applicants can only apply to one studio per admission period!
Online submission of application files
2026 APPLICATION DATES
PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION: 08. January - 22. January, 2026 // INTERVIEW WEEK: 23. February - 06. March, 2026 // ANNOUNCEMENT OF RESULTS: 13th March, 2026
More information regarding eligibility, program details, and the link for the application procedure via the institute website:
