Whether you’re joining MU Vienna from abroad, elsewhere in Austria or from right here in Vienna, getting settled into your new home is going to have a lot of moving parts. Here we take you through some of the major considerations when moving away to university. 

Essential information you need to know before moving to the world's most liveable city.

Cost of Living: Vienna is known for its high quality of life, but it's important to plan your budget accordingly. While costs can vary, the average monthly expenses for a student, including accommodation, food, transportation, and leisure activities, are estimated to be around €900-€1,200. This will give you a comfortable lifestyle in the city.

Meldezettel: Upon arriving in Vienna, you will need to register your residence with the authorities by obtaining a "Meldezettel." This is a mandatory step that ensures your legal presence in the city. You will need to visit the relevant municipal office with your passport, tenancy agreement, and other required documents.

OPEN OFFICE

At Modul University Vienna, we understand that embarking on a new educational journey can be both exciting and challenging. To enhance your experience, we have established 'The Open Office' to provide academic mentoring and support throughout your studies.

Comprised of Bozana Zekan , Daniel Dan, and Sabine Sedlacek, The Open Office is here to assist and advise you during your time at MU. Whether you have questions about improving your academic performance, choosing the right study program, or facing personal challenges, our mentors are here for you.

You can turn to The Open Office for guidance on various matters, including:

• Academic program selection and further education opportunities 

• Accommodating special needs 

• Resolving issues with lecturers, thesis supervision, and more 

• Advice on the Semester Conference, plagiarism cases, and related concerns 

• Balancing academic and work life 

• Integrating into university life and adjusting to Vienna 

• Coping with stress and maintaining well-being 

While administrative matters are best addressed by the Academic Office, SSC, or other MU departments, The Open Office provides an additional resource for academic and personal support. Our mentors will listen to your experiences, provide valuable feedback, and respect your confidentiality.

If you ever need assistance, feel free to visit a mentor in their office or schedule an appointment via telephone or email. Alternatively, please reach out to a member of staff or faculty you feel most comfortable with.

TUTORING

Feel you may benefit from additional support during your studies? We offer group tutoring sessions led by MU students who have been recommended by faculty due to their outstanding commitment to their own studies.

We have seen that peer-to-peer tutoring is an extremely effective means of student support, and we highly recommend that students take advantage of this service.

Subjects available for tutoring include: 

• Accounting and Management Control I and II 

• Financial Management and Investment Planning 

• Microeconomics 

• Macroeconomics 

• Mathematics and Statistics I and II 

The benefits of receiving tutoring include not only strengthened skills and improved academic performance, which can help students in deficiency areas, but also enhance self-esteem by providing a focused environment that facilitates learning development in a safe space.­