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Carinthia University of Applied Sciences

Spittal an der Drau, Carinthia, Austria

Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Studies: Interpreting Austrian Sign Language – German

Original title: Dolmetschen: Österreichische Gebärdensprache - Deutsch

German / Austrian Sign Language6 semestersTuition FeeCarinthia

This six-semester Bachelor of Arts program prepares students for interpreting between Austrian Sign Language and German, combining linguistic, cultural, and social skills aimed at fostering inclusion and communication.

Overview

Why this program?

Hybrid
Language & Cultural Studies
Combination of linguistic, cultural, and social studies
Focused on Austrian Sign Language and German
Includes practical interpreting training
Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Studies: Interpreting Austrian Sign Language – German

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Those seeking careers as professional interpreters between Austrian Sign Language and German or related cultural mediation roles.

Career outcomes

  • Sign Language Interpreter
  • Cultural Mediator
  • Communication Specialist in Deaf Services
  • Audiovisual Translator
  • Social Inclusion Advocate

Skills you will learn

  • Fluency in Austrian Sign Language and German
  • Interpreting and translation techniques
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Understanding of Deaf culture and community
  • Ethical and professional standards in interpreting

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeRestricted Admission
RequirementsGeneral university entrance qualification or equivalent; specific program requirements as listed on the program website; participation in an admission interview
DeadlinePeriod I: 01.11.-15.03.; Period II: 16.03.-15.05.; Period III: 16.05.-15.07.; Period IV: 16.07.-30.09. (may close early)
LanguageGerman / Austrian Sign Language
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionTuition Fee
Fees€363.36 per semester plus an ÖH fee of €24.70 per semester (higher fees apply for non-EU/EEA students beginning winter semester 2026)
Living costsApprox. EUR 950-1,300/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Sign Language Interpreter
Cultural Mediator
Communication Specialist in Deaf Services
Audiovisual Translator
Social Inclusion Advocate

University

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences

Carinthia University of Applied Sciences is located in Spittal an der Drau, Carinthia, Austria. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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