Graz University of Technology

TU Graz at a glance

Today engineers have more responsibility than ever for the quality of life of generations to come. Just as technological progress is shaping our lives more and more, universities of technology are becoming more important in the education and training of scientists, research and development, and as partners with business, industry and politics. This awareness and a modern understanding of technology are the guiding principles of the students, teaching staff and researchers of Graz University of Technology. Its location in the midst of the economic region Graz makes Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) a focal point for teaching and research in technical sciences in the South of Austria.

Mission / Vision

Mission – What do we stand for?

Graz University of Technology is an important university in the international research and education network of engineering and science. It is rich in tradition and future oriented in equal measure, with a claim to excellence in its top fields. Based on scientific bachelor’s programmes, it concentrates on research-oriented master’s and PhD programmes. Graz University of Technology produces top performers and managers much in demand and contributes to the sustainable development of society, economy and environment in a responsible way.

Principles of Graz University of Technology

The principles of Graz University of Technology go to form the basis and guidelines which find special consideration in our daily work and association with each other.

• We are an achievement-oriented community of researchers, teachers, students, staff and alumni who work in an open and innovation-oriented atmosphere of intellectual freedom and responsibility.
• Our research and teaching results are a valuable commodity which we create and make use of as efficiently as possible – both economically and scientifically.
• We are committed to achievement and its evaluation in an inspiring environment full of creativity with equal opportunities for all.
• Our organisation in the field of research and teaching is as decentralised as possible, and in the field of “services and central administration” as centralised as is necessary.
• We create an atmosphere of belongingness, partnership and solidarity with respect to Graz University of Technology.
• We actively communicate with the public about our achievements.
• We are aware of ourselves as a role model and feel committed to it.