European Project Semester (EPS)

What is the European Project Semester?

The European Project Semester (EPS) is a programme offered by several European universities to students who have completed at least two years of study. 

EPS at the St. Pölten UAS

Students who are interested in participating in the EPS do not apply for a specific pre-defined project. We rather prefer to tailor tasks to the individual profiles of accepted students. Projects are carried out in cooperation with the technology sector and the creative industries who define the requirements for the products to be developed.

Focus Areas

Students choose one focus area and outline their relevant qualifications in their motivation letter and CV.
Each project combines 2–3 topics and is completed in interdisciplinary teams.

Focus Edutainment

Requires competences in: audio, video & film production, animation, graphic design, games, gamification, serious games, exergames, storytelling

Focus Data

Requires competences in: artificial intelligence, machine learning, simulation data analysis, data visualisatio

Focus Engineering

Requires competences in: 3D modelling & printing, mobile development, web development, game development, augmented & virtual reality development, manufacturing, physical computing, microprocessors, sensors, sonic interaction

Focus Journalism

Requires competences in: journalism, storytelling, project management, media economics, and business

The St. Pölten UAS has a maximum of 2–3 EPS places per semester for each partner university’s nominated students.

Participating Study Programmes

The EPS at the St. Pölten UAS is hosted by the following bachelor degree programmes:

• Media Technology
• Smart Engineering of Production Technologies and Processes
• Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
• Media Management
• Creative Computing

Infrastructure

To fulfill this challenge, students have 24/7 access to our vast infrastructure including cutting-edge labs:

• Elec­tronics Lab
• Inter­active Media Lab
• TV Studio
• Audio studios & Audio Lab
• Post-Production Studios
• Photo Studio
• Industry 4.0 Lab
• XR Lab
• Maker’s Lab

Equipment rental: Students can reserve technical equipment anytime via our Media Technology Service Centre.

International & Interdisciplinary Project Work

EPS projects foster:

• collaborative project-based learning
• intercultural and interdisciplinary competence
• international team experience

Students also attend supporting courses and join teambuilding and social activities. You will acquire skills which help you prepare the perfect project presentation. 

The European Project Semester is designed for students from all over the world.

Key Facts

Language

All classes are taught in English, which is also the language of communication.

ECTS Credits

Students receive 30 ECTS credits for successfully participating in the EPS. International students whose home universities do not use the ECTS credits system, are advised to consult with their international office about recognition. US students may transfer up to 12 course credits with the approval of their home university.

Application Process

If you are interested in participating in the EPS at the St. Pölten UAS, please contact our International Office. Upon successful application, you will receive an invitation for an online interview.

Deadlines

The EPS is offered in both semesters:

• Winter semester, Sept. to Jan. 
  (application deadline: 15 May)
• Summer semester, Feb. to June
  (application deadline: 15 November)

Contact Person for an EPS at St. Pölten UAS

• Incoming students: Natalie Doyle 
• Local students: Michael Iber

Course Overview

Language of tuition: English

* for German native speakers - such as students from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, etc.

Additional Information

Passports and Visa

We advise you to make sure you meet all passport and visa requirements well in advance. Please consult our Incoming Student Guide for more information.

Country Information & Accommodation

Find helpful information in the Incoming Student Guide and here.

Former EPS Projects

• VREPS
• YES WE CAN
• PopUpDorms film documentary
• Turning Points
• Experimental Orchestra Lab
• Multidisciplinary Project – “Der Kleine Tag“
• Experiencia de Univerzita Sankt Pölten
• The digital Babenberger Family Tree
• Augmentext: A Text Augmentation Library
• Automated Web Scraper for Deep Fake Videos
• Proof of Concept for Real-Time Monitoring & Predictive MaintenanceSmart E’s Production Line
• Alive Maps
• 3D Printer Remote Control 
• Smart Storage Box
• Production Planning Game – Relaunch
• Smart Factory Showcase