Learn a new language or improve your previous knowledge in summer.
There’s plenty to choose from: In addition to our intensive courses in July and September, this year we’re also offering exciting conversation courses and refresher courses that include language certification and ECTS credits.
We offer placement tests for English, French, Italian, Russian and Spanish.
Intensive Courses with 39 units in July and September
Arabic, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian or Austrian Sign Language (ÖGS)
Would you like to learn one of these languages from scratch or build on your existing knowledge?
With our Summer Intensive Courses, you can advance your language skills by one course level in just 3 weeks. This way, you can use the summer months to study languages intensively and make significant progress in a short amount of time.
Get ready for your next trip, enjoy the summer in Vienna while learning a foreign language, or prepare for the next semester!
When you book two Intensive Courses this summer, you’ll benefit from our Summer Combo Bonus. ⬇️
Regular course fee 2026: EUR 492 per course
Teaching materials are not included in the course fee. They are available at the bookstore facultas in der Universitätsstraße.
Discounts:
- for Austrian pupils, students and employees of the University of Vienna aswell as the Medical University: 25%
- for recipients of federal aid for students (at the University of Vienna): 50%
- for members of the Alumni Association of the University of Vienna: 10%
Summer Combo Bonus: 50 Euro cash back!
If you attend a Summer Intensive Course for Foreign Languages in July AND September, we will pay back 50 Euro to you!
How does it work?
- Please register for two courses of your choice and pay the course fee that applies to you (see also discounts).
- You are free to choose the language and course level as you wish. The date of registration is not decisive.
- You will receive the combo bonus if you are registered for two Summer Intensive Courses for Foreign Langauges in 2026 (course numbers starting with 26J- and 26H-) by September 10, 2026.
- You will receive a notification of the cash back option of 50 Euro by e-mail on Sept 12, 2026 at the latest.
This is a bonus promotion programm offered by the Innovationszentrum Universität Wien GmbH. Errors and omissions excepted. Legal recourse is excluded.
If you believe that you are entitled to the Summer Combo Bonus, and have not received a notification by Sept 12, 2026, please contact us via e-mail.
- You will learn in a group of 10–16 students and benefit from personal support by the instructor.
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- The courses take place in our premises on the Campus of the University of Vienna and facilities in the surrounding area, see also: Our Course Locations
- You will learn in a group of 10–16 students and benefit from personal support by the instructor.
- To participate in our online courses you need a stable internet connection (10 MBit/s Download, 5 MBit/s Upload. If you are unsure of the internet speed at your specific location, please check your connection here: https://www.speedtest.net).
- You will need a device with a microphone, speakers/headphones, a webcam and an (external) keyboard so that you can also perform your written tasks in the best possible way. You will work with word documents and other word-processing programs.
- As virtual classroom, we use the external provider Zoom.
- Please note that the indicated course time corresponds to the local time in Vienna / Austria (CEST). Before registering, please check the time zone difference at your local time and register for the course schedule most convenient for your location. If you need assistance, click here.
Course phases
The semester course covers 1 course phase.
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For a positive transcript, you are awarded ECTS (European Credit Transfer System):
All levels (A1-C2): 4 ECTS credits per course
The decision regarding recognition (or non-recognition) of ECTS points (credits) lies with your university’s or institutes’ Study Program Administration [Studienprogrammleitung].
Please find here further information on disability-friendly exams.
Prior to course commencement, the Language Center offers assessment tests.
Self-assessment is also possible, based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level descriptions.
Registration can be done online or directly at the Language Center's main office.
Refresher Courses for levels A2 | B1 | B2 | C1
English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Have you learned one of these languages before but you haven't used it for a while, or would you simply like to feel more confident?
Our refresher courses help you strengthen your skills by focusing on revision, consolidation, and the confident application of what you have already learned. With practical exercises and authentic materials, you will quickly regain routine and confidence for everyday situations, work, or your next language course.
Language Competency Certificate for Outgoing Students
These courses conclude with a final exam. Course certificates from level B1 onwards serve as proof of language proficiency for Erasmus+ and other mobility programmes. If you are successfully nominated for a study-abroad stay through the University of Vienna’s International Office, you are eligible for a partial refund of the course fees.
Regular course fee 2026: EUR 290 per Specialized Course with 18 units
The course materials will be provided by your teacher without any extra charge.
Discounts:
- for Austrian pupils, students and employees of the University of Vienna aswell as the Medical University: 25%
- for recipients of federal aid for students (at the University of Vienna): 50%
- for members of the Alumni Association of the University of Vienna: 10%
- You will learn in a group of 10–16 students and benefit from personal support by the instructor.
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- The courses take place in our premises on the Campus of the University of Vienna and facilities in the surrounding area, see also: Our Course Locations
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For a positive transcript, you are awarded ECTS (European Credit Transfer System):
Specialized Courses with 18 units: 3 ECTS credits per course
The decision regarding recognition (or non-recognition) of ECTS points (credits) lies with your university’s or institutes’ Study Program Administration [Studienprogrammleitung].
Please find here further information on disability-friendly exams.
Prior to course commencement, the Language Center offers assessment tests.
Self-assessment is also possible, based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level descriptions.
Registration can be done online or directly at the Language Center's main office.
Conversation Courses with 20 units in July
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Would you like to give your language skills a boost and practice conversation?
With our Conversation Courses in July, you can improve your ability to talk about a variety of topics in just one week.
Regular course fee 2026: EUR 244 per course (à 20 units)
Discounts:
- for Austrian pupils, students and employees of the University of Vienna as well as the Medical University: 25%
- for recipients of federal aid for students (at the University of Vienna): 50%
- for members of the Alumni Association of the University of Vienna: 10%
Further information on discounts
Don't miss out on our Exam Preparation Courses for English (IELTS) and Latin.
You are interested in learning German? We also offer various German Courses in Sumer.
