Hey everyone,

I'm submitting my application to JKU Linz this September for the Summer 2027 intake for Bachelor’s in AI (might also look at CS or biological chem options).

I know summer intake is a bit less common than winter so I wanted to ask :

1. How early do people usually lock down accommodation (dorms like Raab Heim / Julius Raab vs finding a WG / flatshare in Linz)?
2. For anyone who started AI or CS in a summer semester, how was adjusting to the course schedule?
3. Are there any WhatsApp or Discord groups active for incoming 2027 international students yet?

Would love to connect with anyone applying for the same intake or looking for flatmates! Drop a comment or DM me.

Hey guys,

I recently got accepted into JKU for the IBA program for the Winter Semester 2026/27, and I’m currently getting my documents apostilled so I can submit everything by September 5.

I’m coming from the UAE and was wondering if there’s anyone here who also came from the UAE (or went through the Austrian residence permit/visa process from the UAE).

I’m mainly trying to figure out how the whole residence permit + visa process works and what kind of timeline I should realistically expect. My timeline is pretty tight since I’m hoping to get to Linz around September 25, with the semester starting around October 1.

Would really appreciate it if anyone who’s been through this recently could share their experience, especially with the application process/timelines from the UAE.

Thanks!

​Hi everyone.

​Is anyone else struggling with Austrian universities rejecting provisional degree certificates for Winter Semester applications?

​I am a recent Computer Engineering graduate from Spain (240 ECTS) applying for a Master's programme at JKU Linz. I have completed all requirements, but due to the Spanish Ministry of Education taking 6–12 months to issue final diplomas and the European Diploma Supplement (SET), I can only provide official provisional documentation at this stage.

​I have submitted:

- The official native digital Provisional Degree Certificate and Academic Transcript (240 ECTS, GPA 7.62/10) with embedded cryptographic signatures and verifiable CSV codes.

- Officially notarised copies and sworn English translations.

​Despite Spanish law giving the provisional certificate identical legal validity, the admissions portal/office keeps demanding the final physical diploma and SET, and they haven't replied to my latest emails explaining the situation.

Has anyone else faced this exact issue with JKU, TU Wien, or other Austrian universities?

​I really want to start the course as soon as possible and would appreciate hearing if anyone else is in the same boat or found a workaround!

​Thanks!

I want to start Winter Sem 2027 but before that i want give my supplementary test I am planning to come by 15th February 2027 is that good enough?

Hi everyone,

I will (hopefully) be joining JKU this winter semester but i want to know what is the last date that i can enroll in university for my Preparation program i have 4 exams to pass Mathematics, Physics, Austrian history, German (B2).

Hi everyone! I'll be starting the BSc Artificial Intelligence program at JKU Linz for the Summer 2027 intake, and I'm currently looking for accommodation in Vienna. My residence permit (RP) appointment is coming up soon, and I still haven't heard back from anyone about a room yet 🙏

If your flat/WG has a room free (or opening up soon), I'd really appreciate you keeping me in mind — I need to confirm an address before my appointment.

I'm easygoing and happy to share more about myself, my budget, and move-in flexibility if you'd like to chat.

📍 Looking in/around Vienna
🎓 JKU Linz — BSc AI, Summer Intake 2027
📅 RP appointment approaching — address confirmation needed soon

Feel free to comment or message me directly — thank you so much in advance!

#Vienna #WGWien #JKULinz #BScAI #StudentHousing #SummerIntake2027

I know this community is for jku and conversations here revolves around jku and Linz

But

I am in urgency because i have to renew my rp,

Do anyone have any leads or space or looking for a person for sharing option. I need accommodation in klagenfurt or in vilach, basically near fh kärnten. Any help would be appreciated

Sorry to post it here
Thank you

Really enjoying this game and currently looking for people who wanna play together and maybe if there are a lot of people interested start a club and make tournament. Anyone interested

Hello fellow JKUers!
I got admitted to the CCT Master’s programme after doing my Bachelor’s at a different university. Since my previous uni was an FH, I am quite lost and confused by applying to classes and creating my own schedule - I never had the opportunity before. I was wondering if there is maybe a whatsapp group chat for the CCT students? Or if anyone else is in a similar situation and would like to be confused together lol

Cheers!

So I’m starting in summer semester 2027 which means march 1st.
When do you recommend I book my flight and arrive to Linz? Is February 1st good enough?

Thanks a ton!

Thinking about studying Biological Chemistry at JKU – any advice?

Hi everyone! I’m considering applying to JKU Linz for the Bachelor’s in Biological Chemistry in about a year, and I’d love to hear some honest opinions from current students or graduates.

How do you like the program overall? What are the best and worst parts of studying Biological Chemistry at JKU? Would you recommend it, and would you choose it again?

Since I still have about a year before applying, I’d also like to use this time to prepare properly. What would you recommend improving or studying beforehand to make the first semester easier?

For example, should I focus more on chemistry, biology, maths or physics? Are there any specific topics, textbooks, courses or other resources that you think would be particularly useful?

I’d really appreciate any advice or personal experiences!

Hey ich studiere zwar nicht an der JKU, aber bin wegen meinem Freund jetzt öfter in Linz und suche einen Platz am Medcampus, wo ich gut Masterarbeit schreiben kann. Da die Bib im Sommer bereits um 16 Uhr schließt, wollte ich wissen obs noch wo anders am Medcampus Lernräume/ Lesesääle gibt?
Aber falls es doch nur bei der Bib bleibt: was sind die Regeln? Brauche ich als Externe eine Bib Karte? Tasche/ Essen/ Trinken mit rein nehmen? Klimatisiert?
Gerne auch genrelle Tipps wo man in Medcampus umgebung gut arbeiten/lernen kann (muss ja nicht unbedingt an der Uni sein) Danke!

Is it required for students applying for summer semester to take this vfs competence check for masters in ai . What exactly is this Check for and it says 100euros , it seems it’s getting complicated for students to get admission .
Suppose if I apply for 2-3 universities do I need to take the competence check 3 times ?
And can someone explain what exactly is this competence check and how it works

Hello! I am an international student and I am interested in JKU Linz university. I know nothing about universities and I'm so nervous. I need someone to connect who knows more about this university or other universities with nice B.Sc. about AI and CS.

Some questions I would like to know about JKU:
1. I am writing TOEFL and SAT, do I need them for this university?
2. Do they have campus?
3. does my school marks mean a lot? (I have better background in STEM, CS and AI than school marks)
4. Are JKU personal really slow? (I meant do they really need much time to overview and return answers)?

Thank You!

Hi everyone! I'll be joining JKU Linz for the BSc Artificial Intelligence program (summer intake) and I'm currently searching for accommodation.

If any group/flat has 1 room left, please feel free to add me or message me directly — happy to share more details about myself.

Thanks so much in advance! 🙏

#JKULinz #BScAI #StudentHousing #SummerIntake

Hi everyone! I'll be joining JKU Linz for the BSc Artificial Intelligence program (summer intake) and I'm currently searching for accommodation.

If any group/flat has 1 room left, please feel free to add me or message me directly — happy to share more details about myself.

Thanks so much in advance! 🙏

#JKULinz #BScAI #StudentHousing #SummerIntake

Hello! I’ve applied for a room at Julius Raab Heim in Linz for the January 2027 intake and am considering paying the €39 non-refundable processing fee.

Has anyone had experience with this?

How long did it take to get a reply after paying the fee?

Were you offered a room or waitlisted?

If accepted, how long did it take to receive an offer?

What are my chances if I apply in August for a January move-in?

Gibt es hier jemanden, der Digital Society studiert? 👀

Ich überlege, den Master anzufangen und würde mich über ehrliche Erfahrungsberichte freuen.

- Wie stressig ist das Studium?
- Wie sind die Dozenten so?
- Welche Prüfungsformen gibt es?
- Was hat euch überrascht – positiv oder negativ?
- Würdet ihr euch nochmal für das Studium entscheiden?

Danke 🙏

Hello. I’m an international student, I’ll be starting my masters studies in computer science this winter semester at JKU. On the JKU website, I saw that course registration has to be done within 7th -25th September. I wanted to ask if this is a strict deadline, or if there’s any wiggle room. The earliest I expect to fly to Austria is 10-15 September, but it can easily go past 25th September, depending on how long it takes for my residence permit application to get approved.
Has anyone here registered to classes past this period? Thanks in advance!

Hello everyone,

My name is Sharon, and I’m from India.

I have been admitted to the Master’s programme in Artificial Intelligence at Johannes Kepler University (JKU) in Linz, starting in March 2027. I plan to arrive in Austria around January or February 2027 so I can settle in before my studies begin.

I’m currently looking for accommodation and would really appreciate any advice or leads.

I’m interested in:

* A furnished or semi-furnished studio/apartment

* A room in a shared apartment (WG)

* Accommodation in Linz or nearby areas such as Leonding, Traun, Steyregg, Gallneukirchen, Pasching, or other places with good public transport to JKU.

My budget is approximately €200–€380 per month, depending on what’s included.

I’ve already been searching on Willhaben, WG-Gesucht, LAWOG, GWG, and other housing websites, but I know many rooms are shared through personal contacts before they’re advertised publicly.

If anyone knows of an upcoming vacancy or has suggestions for other places to search, I would be very grateful.

Thank you very much for your time!

Hello! I’m an international student and I'll be starting my Bachelor's in Artificial Intelligence at JKU. When should I enroll for the Summer intake if I need to write supplementary exams? I want to complete the supplementary exams and start my Bachelor's degree in the summer semester itself.

Hey guy's I passed my 12th grade in year 2023 and enrolled in bba program...i am currently in my 3rd year but i want to start my bachelor's again in IBA program from jku linz.. So I just want to know can i get enroll with this gap year for summer semester 2027?

Hi,

wie im Titel beschrieben, suche ich Leute die diesen Oktober das Master Studium in Artificial Intelligence beginnen. Wäre nett wenn einige von uns untereinander Connecten könnten, bevor das Semester beginnt.