FAQ
Programmes
2-year Higher Diploma programme “Hotel and Tourism Management”
Bachelor Top Up years at our partner universities
The ITM College diploma or another Austrian tourism college diploma is the entry requirement for a short-track Bachelor programme. However, the partner university is responsible for the final admission decision. If you have a Diploma of another country an individual review is possible.
Your possibilities are manifold: many of our alumni work all over the world, in different sectors of the Hospitality business, including many Management positions. Others proceeded with an academic career.
This depends on your previous education and if the courses are equivalent to ours. An individual evaluation is necessary.
Admission
In order to apply you must fill in the application form, attach all the required documents and send it to us via email: office@itm-college.eu. You can also use our admission portal.
Filled out ITM application form
Birth certificate
Secondary school leaving certificate
CV
Motivation letter
Passport copy
Passport picture
English language certificate (B2)
Completed secondary school allowing you to study at a university in your home country.
Via email to office@itm-college.eu or online via our admission portal.
Yes, in order to study at ITM you need to submit a valid English language certificate (B2) or a mode of instruction stating that your previous studies were conducted in English. Please note that the ITM admission comittee will decide if the mode of instruction will be accepted. In case an English certificate must be submitted, feel free to apply without and submit it later throughout the process.
The interview will be about getting to know you as a prospective student and to recognise your English level. The best preparation is to make yourself familiar with the ITM College, the study programme you are applying for as well as the study location. Other than that, please make sure that you have a stable internet connection and a working microphone and webcam. The interview will take place via Zoom or on campus.
Only the minimum age of 18 years.
Fees
Yes, tuition fees are stated in the Admission section.
You can expect small classes and an individual service during your whole time at ITM.
European students can request an individual payment plan with installments. International students must pay the full study year in advance due to visa regulations.
Yes, we consider scholarships after a full application for one of our programmes.
The details for a bank transfer are stated on our invoice. A payment in cash is possible.
All fees for the registration, semester and materials are included. Additional might occur if required: accommodation, board packages, insurance.
Accommodation
Please let us know if you need accommodation during the ITM application process. We will provide you a separate application form.
Single rooms 26m² each with an own bathroom and private balcony.
Double rooms 26m² – 2 separate beds – each with an own bathroom and private balcony.
Yes, you can choose between the following options:
Breakfast only
Lunch or Dinner only
Half Board: Breakfast + Lunch or Dinner
Full Board: Breakfast + Lunch and Dinner
Double room: €420/person/month
Single room: €680/person/month
Board packages: upon request
Student Life
Many leisure activities are available, from sports to cultural experiences or just exploring (the cities in) Austria.
Bad Vöslau is a Spa area located 30 minutes South of Vienna and offers a quiet and safe study environment for ITM students. With an own train station, two highway exits and the Vienna International Airport 30 minutes away, Bad Vöslau has a perfect public connection.
Yes, they can visit you anytime and enjoy reduced accommodation fees in the College Garden Hotel.
Train station (walking distance)
Bus stops (walking distance)
Vienna International Airport (car or train)
Continental and moderate climate with four seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter. Warm summer, snowy winter and colourful seasons in between.
Internship
Yes, a 13-week internship is obligatory to enter the second study year of the Diploma programme.
To gather experience in the Hospitality sector and as a preparation for your career.
In Austria, the employer must pay you a specific salary, in other countries it is usually less.
13-weeks are required in order to complete your internship placement.
Visa
All students with a non-European nationality must apply for a visa (residence permit).
Residence permit for students / pupils. (Aufenthaltsbewilligung Schüler)
The ITM office will provide full guidance through the process for confirmed students.
Section “Documents required”:
https://www.wien.gv.at/english/e-government/documents/residence/limited-leave/pupil.html
In case your visa gets rejected, ITM will refund the tuition fee. The registration fee covers administration and is non-refundable. (Please refer to the refund policy under admission)
The duration varies, depending on your preparation of the documents. Usually between 2–3 but up to 6 months.
Visa fees are approx. 150€, excluding travel costs.