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Because socially disadvantaged students are particularly affected by the inflation crisis, there is now a scholarship from the University of Vienna to help them financially. Applications can be submitted with immediate effect. Whether it’s living, energy or everyday matters: For those students who were barely making ends meet before the crisis, the current wave of […]

Are you new in the city and find that looking for a flat in Vienna is a bit overwhelming? Don’t panic, there’s bound to be something for you. The first semester is about to start and everything is new: Friends, university, campus and soon your new apartment in Vienna! Here we have summarized three tips […]

Living with others can be an incredibly fun and valuable experience, so everyone should try it at least once. After all, this could be the start of wonderful friendships and lead to the great stories you’ll tell your grandchildren about later. But like all good things in life, it takes compromise and patience to make […]

Volunteering alongside studying can be a rewarding experience that not only enhances your resume, but also helps to develop personal skills and interests, and broaden your horizons. What are the benefits of volunteering alongside studying? There are many reasons why students choose to volunteer. Some want to engage in social work and do good, while […]

Shared flats are great! They are like a cross between living at home with your parents and living all by yourself.  There’s someone there to chat, cook and if you don’t know how to make a bechamel sauce for the lasagna, maybe a flatmate can help. I have already lived in several flat shares with […]

Do you already live in a shared flat or are you currently looking for a flat share? Thesius introduces you to five typical flatmates and gives you tips for flatmate casting. What kind of flatmate are you? The nerd of the flat share The nerd explains the legal basis of the sublease contract at the […]

Some like it cooler, others only feel really comfortable in tropical temperatures. But actually everyone wants the same thing: Low heating costs. We reveal how the tiresome topic finally has an end! Are you for the hot or cold? One of the most discussed topics among flat share residents is the heating bill at the […]

Some love them, others hate them: Group projects. Be it a written project, a presentation or even a project spanning the semester, there is no way around collective work in groups when studying today. And that’s good! Because even in “real” life, especially in professional life, soft skills such as the ability to work in […]

Finding the right shared apartment is rarely an easy task. This makes the feeling of having found your shared four walls and being able to enjoy a nice place to stay with friends for the next few years all the more fantastic. That’s why we’re giving you 5 tips on how you can go about […]

Austrian universities are an attractive destination for foreign students. But they often have greater initial difficulties than their native counterparts. In addition to looking for a place to study and an apartment, there are also a bunch of formalities waiting for them. One question that arises here is what happens to them when they become […]

There are few things about student life that are the subject of as many different stories as student grants. For a better perspective, we have summarized the most important key points for you and explain what will change for you in autumn 2022. Basic information on student grants According to Austrian law, the student grant […]

The day had started so well. “Today I’m going to study properly at home,” you thought with conviction over your morning coffee. Three hours later you realize: Somehow I didn’t get anything done. Is this familiar to you? You are not alone! Many students find it difficult to learn effectively at home – both starting […]

Economics Minister Habeck has asked Austrian to take shorter showers to save energy. But does that really save a lot? Where can energy costs be reduced most effectively? An overview. Almost two thirds of Germans shower at least once a day. The average daily shower time is eight to twelve minutes. About 20 percent of […]

Summer has finally arrived! And this year we want to enjoy it to the full. That’s why we’ve put together an extensive to-do list and tell you what you shouldn’t miss in Austria this summer. Zipline Annaberg Is your spirit animal a nimble mountain goat? Or are you more of a team sloth? Whether you’re […]

The slow end of the Corona measures makes us quietly hope for normality again after two years of waivers and restrictions – and also has us dreaming of our next holiday. So knock on wood and dust off your passports as we bring you the best travel destinations for the afterlife, while keeping safety in […]