HTL Polytechnikum
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HTL Polytechnikum

HTL Polytechnikum

Shapes our students into responsible, future-oriented, open-minded, and reliable engineers sought after by trade and industry throughout the EU.

Paul-Hahn-Straße 4, 4020 Linz, Austria

About HTL Polytechnikum

Linzer Technikum - HTL Paul-Hahn-Straße, also known as LiTec, is one of Austria's largest technical schools, located in Linz. Founded in 1971, it educates approximately 1500 students with a faculty of around 200 teachers. The institution offers both day and evening school programs, including a five-year Höhere Abteilung culminating in the Matura (Austrian high school diploma allowing university access) and a four-year Fachschule. The curriculum provides a vocational and practice-oriented technical education alongside general high school subjects. Diploma theses are often developed in collaboration with industrial partners. LiTec is recognized as a UNESCO school, focusing on promoting international understanding, peace, and cooperation, and has been active in education for sustainable development.
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Bachelor Programme Architecture
Bachelor

The Bachelor's program teaches the basics of space and body, function, construction, material, atmosphere and form. The program focuses on the sustainable interlinking of art, engineering, technology and theory with concrete design projects.

6 semesters
German
Approximately $726 / year for international and domestic students.
Deadline: Online application for the study year 2026/27 is due by June 30, 2026. An entrance exam is required. Online registration for winter semester 2025/26: August 1 to August 24, 2025.
Master Programme Architecture
Master

The Master's degree program deepens design skills based on complex topics and expands the focus to larger, urban planning scales. It provides the possibility to develop a specific profile within architecture.

4 semesters
German (proof of level B2 required)
Brief tuition info if available (e.g. $20k/year)
Deadline: Entrance Examination Master Architektur: July 30 - July 01, 2025. Online registration: March 19 - June, 2025. Alternative Date in September: Sept.15 - 16, 2025. Online registration: Aug 01 - Sept 01, 2025.
Master Architecture | BASEhabitat
Master

This program focuses on socially just, ecologically and economically responsible architecture and spatial development in a global context. Central elements of the program are planning, designing and building, mainly with renewable building materials, and cooperation with partner-NGOs and local communities.

4 terms, one of them on an international construction site
German (proof of level B2)
Brief tuition info if available (e.g. $20k/year)
Deadline: Entrance Examination Master Architektur: July 30 - July 01, 2025. Online registration: March 19 - June, 2025. Alternative Date in September: Sept.15 - 16, 2025. Online registration: Aug 01 - Sept 01, 2025.
NachmittagsKolleg Bautechnik und Architektur
Kolleg (Diploma)

This program offers a sound education in building technology with a focus on design, enabling students to implement building tasks from design to execution. It is designed for individuals aged 17 and above.

Unknown
German
No tuition fees
Deadline: Unknown

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Accreditations & Affiliations
State-recognized Höhere Technische Lehranstalt (HTL) in Austria. Additionally, it is recognized as a UNESCO school, adhering to UNESCO's ideals for education and sustainable development.
Admissions
Deadlines
Specific deadlines are not publicly listed and prospective students are encouraged to attend open days (Tage der offenen Tür) and taster evenings (Schnupperabende) or contact the school directly for detailed information.
Requirements
General requirements include successful completion of 8th or 9th grade (depending on the chosen program).

HTL Polytechnikum Academic FAQ

HTL Polytechnikum is Shapes our students into responsible, future-oriented, open-minded, and reliable engineers sought after by trade and industry throughout the EU.

Applicants are typically required to submit: General requirements include successful completion of 8th or 9th grade (depending on the chosen program)..

HTL Polytechnikum provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Bachelor Programme Architecture, Master Programme Architecture, Master Architecture | BASEhabitat, NachmittagsKolleg Bautechnik und Architektur.

HTL Polytechnikum is situated in Linz, Austria, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, HTL Polytechnikum holds accreditations from: State-recognized Höhere Technische Lehranstalt (HTL) in Austria. Additionally, it is recognized as a UNESCO school, adhering to UNESCO's ideals for education and sustainable development..