Johannes Kepler University Linz: Cutting-Edge Innovation in Academia, Science, Technology, and for Society
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Table of Contents JKU: The Future is Happening 4 Studying in the Heart of Europe 6 JKU: Young, Dynamic, At the Forefront 9 Innovation Made in Upper Austria 10 Outstanding Achievements in Research 12 International Partnerships 13 Career through Excellence in Teaching 14 Targeted Use of Resources 15 A Driving Force for the Economy and Society 17 Focus on Business Law 18 Cutting Edge Research 21 Interdisciplinary University 22 The JKU Today 24 Contact and Information 26 3
JKU: The Future is Now! As the largest research facility and public institution of higher education in the state of Upper Austria, the Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU) is a driving force in academia, science, technology, and innovative contributions to society. Teaching and Research at the Highest Level The Johannes Kepler University (JKU) enjoys an international reputation of academic distinction. The university s core fields are Social Sciences, Economics and Business, Law, Engineering and Natural Sciences. The selection of multidisciplinary programs at the university combined with interdisciplinary collaboration between faculties contributes towards creating trendsetting synergy effects. The JKU focuses its strengths on future-oriented fields and is committed to the highest international standards of research and teaching. Within a regional Europe, the JKU identifies future international trends and responds by creating new, contemporary academic degree programs. As a part of the international scientific community, the JKU develops strong knowledge-based solutions on a national and international scale. An Academic Lighthouse The knowledge generated and passed on at Johannes Kepler University provides services designed to benefit science and society. Integral Problem-Solving Skills through a Strong Interdisciplinary Focus. 4
Studying in the Heart of Europe The international environment at the JKU Linz attracts faculty and students from Austria and abroad. The university s role in the international scientific community has made the JKU a global gateway to Linz. A Center for Innovation within a Global Network Thanks to a strong technology-oriented economy and high export ratio, Upper Austria has become one of the most dynamic economic regions in the European Union. As the region s largest academic research and educational institution, the Johannes Kepler University is deeply committed to innovation and the advancement of knowledge at the highest level. Great Importance for Upper Austria The JKU shares its academic and scientific expertise with the local business community, schools, and partners thereby contributing significantly to the region s technological, economic, and social development. As a distinguished institution of continual and higher education, the Johannes Kepler University is committed to high educational standards aimed at enhancing Upper Austria s visibility as a location of science and business. The university s international research network is an excellent partner for business innovation and academically sound problem solving. The JKU Plays a Key Role in Upper Austria s Appeal. 6
Young, Dynamic, At the Forefront Diverse academic degree programs offered at the Johannes Kepler University combine sound theoretical education with hands-on approaches and knowledge- based skills. The Johannes Kepler University is one of the nation s younger institutions of higher education and embodies a new type of university. The university s fundamental approach and focus are defined by interdisciplinary collaboration among the three faculties and close cooperation with local business and the community. As Austria s only modern, campus-style university, the Johannes Kepler University strongly supports diversity, continual expansion, and growth. Modern Infrastructure The JKU leads the pack when it comes to the latest trends in information and communication technologies, ranging from conventional on-site degree programs to trendsetting multimedia and online classes. Online programs The JKU - A New Kind of University The JKU Offers an Ideal Learning Environment and Individual Student Support Services. have been designed to accommodate working professionals and others who cannot physically attend classes on campus. Campus-wide WiFi connectivity underscores the JKU s pioneering role as a leader in technology. 9
Innovation Made in Upper Austria The Johannes Kepler University is a European university with outstanding quality traits that have created a foundation for an independent profile as well as broad appeal within Austria and internationally. Richard Hagelauer, Rector of the Johannes Kepler University Linz The Johannes Kepler University focuses strongly on the following five core areas: science and research, teaching, internationalization, management offensive, and social responsibility. Looking Ahead to the Future We strongly encourage growth within our fields of excellence and in areas of science and research at all three faculties. We are also committed to implementing support measures designed to foster academic careers. Moreover, the JKU focuses intently on linking teaching and research as well as creating interdisciplinary degree programs. In addition to targeted cooperation efforts with international universities, the JKU also supports active international student and faculty exchange. The Johannes Kepler University s close contact to the local community and businesses helps fulfill its sociopolitical responsibilities. The university is often requested to provide formal social commentary. The JKU is a Research University with an International Reputation. 10
Outstanding Achievements in Research The Johannes Kepler University promotes top quality international research designed to successfully impact industry, benefit the community, and serve as an integral part of base-knowledge teaching. Gabriele Kotsis, Vice-Rector for Research Research is the foundation for the JKU s excellent professional profile. The JKU hones its profile by distinguishing between Fields of Excellence and Advanced research in these core fields set the JKU apart from other schools, enhancing the university s reputation as a research university in Austria and abroad. base-knowledge research. Fields of Excellence are key areas of research in which the university excels. Fields of Excellence also apply to interdisciplinary approaches that provide inspiration and motivation to staff, students and society. Social Applicability The Johannes Kepler University strongly believes in the open publication of key research results and applying these results to enhance economic progress. Research Conducted at the JKU will be more Visible in the Future. The Johannes Kepler University s research in its Fields of Excellence and base-knowledge research plays a key role in finding knowledge-based solutions for largescale social challenges. 12
International Partnerships Global research, development projects, and international exchange programs at the Johannes Kepler University support academic networking and enable cross-cultural exchange beyond our borders. Friedrich Roithmayr, Vice-Rector for International Affairs As a part of the global scientific and academic community, continual development of the university s internationalization efforts remain one of our foremost goals. university encourages faculty and student exchange with academic institutions in Europe and throughout the world in an effort to foster social and intellectual International and Intercultural The Johannes Kepler University is deeply committed to interdisciplinary approaches and we are proud of the diversity and potential of our international accomplishments. mobility. The JKU also supports faculty and staff exchange at internationally renowned Austrian and international academic institutions. These invaluable experiences abroad serve to broaden horizons and deepen intercultural understanding. These approaches create synergy effects that benefit all three faculties and intensify our international efforts. At the JKU, Intercultural Learning is an Indispensable Part of Higher Education. The JKU is developing solutions for challenges on a global scale and international experience is essential. The 13
Career through Excellence in Education Research-led, scientifically sound education is the cornerstone for interdisciplinary thinking and performance as well as developing core social skills. As a research university, we firmly believe in enhancing the student learning experience. Herbert Kalb, Vice-Rector for Teaching Education at the Johannes Kepler University is researchled and committed to excellence in terms of content, method and didactics. Degree programs at the JKU combine a strong foundation in theory with a flexible problem-solving skill set, resulting in an ability to successfully take on bigger challenges. Education adheres to ethical principles of academic and scientific research. Knowledge Transfer from Abroad The Johannes Kepler University encourages studying and teaching abroad and considers international experience to be an important contribution to academic and professional mobility in support of knowledge transfer from abroad. International education also provides a cross-cultural experience and an inter- national perspective. The university s strong international focus within degree programs, highly experienced faculty committed to first-class education, and internationally comparable At the JKU, Research-Based Education is not just a Catchphrase; it s a Philosophy. degrees are of key importance and add to the JKU s appeal to students and faculty. 14
Targeted Use of Resources The efficient use of financial resources enables the JKU to teach and conduct research under ideal conditions as well as contribute to society by successfully transferring knowledge and technology. Dr. Barbara Romauer Vice-Rector of Finance The JKU targets its financial resources to best support the needs of students, academics, scientists, and staff in order to ensure excellent conditions for research and teaching. The JKU has managed to meet these basic Targeted Resource Allocation Guarantees First-Rate Conditions for Research and Teaching. requirements and provide its faculty and staff with the support it needs. in defining the university s distinct position. The More Third-Party Funding for Technology and Knowledge Transfer The Johannes Kepler University believes in strong scientific and academic research relationships with external partners. Technology and knowledge transfer are considered mandatory as well as a significant element Johannes Kepler University intends to further sustain future growth through the acquisition of third-party funding, fostering intensive relationships with industry and business, and acquiring extensive EU project funding. Our commitment is an integral and defining element aimed at making a global difference. 15
Social Sciences, Business and Economics
Impulse for the Economy and Society The largest faculty at the Johannes Kepler University is simultaneously the only faculty in Austria that offers the broadest range of socio-economic degree programs. The Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business (SoWi) has established a center of academic research and teaching designed to incorporate theory and practice. In lieu of the dynamics revolving around current socio-economic trends, the Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business makes important contributions to address these complex issues. The Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business is comprised of 33 institutes and over 16,000 alumni. When the university was founded, the faculty was the largest on campus and this has not changed; the Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business faculty continues to be the university s largest faculty. The Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business faculty develops its programs and curricula within national and international parameters of high quality standards. Outstanding Accomplishments in Research and Teaching Competitive Edge by Efficiently Combining Theory and Practice. Excellence in Teaching and Research The Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business is a special core area at the JKU Linz, particularly in regards to excellence in research and teaching. Academic Degree Programs at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business Comparative Social Policy and Welfare (Master s degree) Digital Business Management (Master s degree) Economics (Master s degree) Finance and Accounting (Master s degree) Humanities and Cultural Studies (Doctorate degree) General Management (Master s degree) Global Business (Master s degree) Cultural Studies (Bachelor s degree) Management and Applied Economics (Master s degree) PhD Program in Economics (Doctorate degree) Political Education (Master s degree) Social Sciences, Economics and Business (Doctorate degree) Social Economics (Bachelor and Master degrees) Sociology (Bachelor and Master degrees) Statistics (Bachelor and Master degrees) Web Sciences (Master s degree) Business Informatics (Bachelor and Master degrees) Business Education (Diploma degree program) Business Administration (Bachelor s degree) 17
Law Business Law The JKU s Faculty of Law (RE) includes Fields of Excellence in public, private and international Business Law. The JKU is the only university in Austria to offer a Multi- Media Diploma degree program in Law. International Exchange of Faculty and Students Legal studies in Linz at the Faculty of Law are innovative and widely recognized. In addition to the Diploma degree program, the faculty offers a Bachelor s degree program in Business Law, thereby fulfilling requirements under the EU s Bologna Process. The JKU is also Austria s only university to offer a degree program The Faculty of Law in Linz Contributes Significantly to Solving Societal Conflicts. in Law that can be completed via distance learning. The Law Library at the JKU is one of Austria s most modern and user-friendly libraries and accessible to both university affiliated individuals as well as to private individuals who wish to access current legal literature. Legal Issues on an International Level Strong, transnational exchange programs allow students and faculty to enhance core personal and professional skills as well as learn how to approach legal issues on an international scale. Academic Degree Programs at the Faculty of Law Law (Diploma degree and Doctorate programs) Legal and Business Aspects in Technics (Master s degree) Taxation (Master s degree) Business Law (Bachelor s degree) 18
Engineering and Natural Sciences
Progressive, Ongoing Research For over 40 years, the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences at the JKU has played a key role in shaping the future by offering technical degree programs and supporting research and teaching in technical fields. The Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences (TN) is actively involved in national and international research collaboration as well as close cooperation efforts with local businesses and industry. Knowledge and Application Oriented Numerous issues and predicaments in business and industry can be solved by applying scientific procedures and innovative approaches. Research conducted at the TN institutes has a core, future-oriented focus. We believe that interdisciplinary collaboration leads to innovative technical solutions that can become a part of the teaching curricula. The institutes are divided into five distinct subject areas and focus on base-knowledge and applicationoriented research. This guarantees practice-oriented, top quality education. Knowledge and applicationoriented research at the JKU is considered as two equal, complementary, and advantageous aspects of joint research. The TN Faculty Guarantees a Practice-Oriented and Modern Education. Modern Educational Practices Thanks to Multidisciplinary, Innovative Technical Approaches Academic Degree Programs at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences Chemistry Biological Chemistry (Bachelor s and Master s degrees) Polymer Engineering Technologies (Bachelor s degree) Polymer Engineering Technologies and Sciences (Master s degree) Polymer Science (Master s degree) Industrial Engineering in Polymer Engineering (Master s degree) Technical Chemistry (Bachelor s and Master s degrees) Industrial Engineering Technical Chemistry (Master s degree program) Polymer Chemistry (Master s degree program) Computer Science Bioinformatics (Bachelor s and Master s degrees) Computer Science (Bachelor s and Master s degrees) Networks and Security (Master s degree) Pervasive Computing (Master s degree) Software Engineering (Master s degree) Information Technology Information Technology (Bachelor s and Master s degrees) Mathematics Technical Mathematics (Bachelor s degree) Computer Mathematics (Master s degree) Industrial Mathematics (Master s degree) Mathematics for Natural Sciences (Master s degree) Mechatronics Mechatronics (Bachelor s and Master s degrees) Physics Technical Physics (Bachelor s and Master s degrees) Biophysics (Master s degree) Nanoscience and Technology (Master s degree) Molecular Bio-Sciences (Bachelor s degree) Molecular Biology (Master s degree) Teacher Education Programs Teaching Subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Sciences, and Information Management Doctorate Degree Programs at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences Natural Sciences Technical Sciences 21
Interdisciplinary University The Johannes Kepler University is dedicated to consistently implementing its interdisciplinary vision, which includes learning the problem-solving skills needed to teach effectively and conduct research. Our Team at the Rectorate No Goal is Too Ambitious The JKU has emerged from a special combination of Social Sciences, Economics and Business, Law and Engineering and Natural Sciences. Our degree programs are offered in a campus-style setting unique in Austria and create ideal conditions in support of an interdisciplinary network in research, teaching and continual education. The JKU community is special, helping students to develop core skills and build relationships to last a lifetime. Creating and Transferring Knowledge The JKU s interdisciplinary, international focus and its consolidation of research and teaching provide services designed to benefit science and society. Synergy effects result from targeted, fine-tuned strategies as well as from individual strengths within each subject area; this means JKU faculty and students will benefit in the long run. The JKU Combines Different Fields of Study in a Unique Setting. This path of success clearly sets the JKU apart from other national educational institutions. We strive to be ethical and responsible for our financial, physical and environmental resources. 22
The JKU Today The Johannes Kepler University was founded in 1966 as a college of Social Sciences, Economics and Business. Today, the JKU is a future-oriented institute of higher education serving over 18,400 enrolled students. 3 Faculties 62 Academic Degree Programs 118 Institutes This modern campus-style university was constructed in 1966 on 35 hectares of land. With three strong faculties and multidisciplinary facilities, the Johannes Kepler University is characterized by its diverse and interdisciplinary co-operation in close proximity to local businesses and the community. Student Support Services Students at the Johannes Kepler University can choose from 62 different academic degree programs. Over 1400 academic staff members are on hand to ensure supportive student services. Our newest additions, the cutting-edge Science Park areal and a top modern Law Library, attest to the continual development and support of excellent research conditions. Beyond Our Borders The JKU s future-oriented and international focus affirm the Johannes Kepler University s prominent role within Austria and abroad. The JKU has academic and scientific cooperation agreements with over 250 partner universities in over 50 countries around the world and is keeping pace with today s challenging demands in higher education. The JKU Cooperates with Over 250 Partner Universities World-Wide. 24
Contact and Information Johannes Kepler University Linz Altenberger Straße 69 A-4040 Linz, Austria Phone +43 732 2468-0 Fax +43 732 2468-8822 Homepage www.jku.at Publisher Rector Richard Hagelauer Design COMO GmbH Werbung PR Marketing www.como.at Print TRAUNER DRUCK GmbH & Co KG Photos JKU, Masterfile, Pixelio, Bilderbox, Fotolia OÖ Tourismus, Digitalstock, Hertha Hurnaus, Satori English Translation Nadine Lichtenberger, B.A. 26
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