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Budget cuts threaten universities: TU Wien mobilises

Today, the protest workshop is preparing our demonstration; tomorrow, we’ll take to the streets together. Come along in large numbers, get involved and spread the word to colleagues and friends – every voice counts. Together, we are TU Wien!

Aufruf zu Großdemo am 27. Mai gegen Sparkurs bei Universitäten

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Billions in cuts to universities? Not on our watch. Instead of an inflation-linked increase, a cut to 15.5 billion euros is on the table. For TU Wien, this would mean 50–60 million euros less per year – with tangible consequences: poorer student-tutor ratios, overcrowded lecture halls, fewer study spaces, the loss of fixed-term positions, and a decline in competitiveness. Every voice counts now – students, lecturers and staff are taking to the streets together.

Today, Tuesday 26 May: Protest workshop from 12:00

  • Venues:
    • Karlsplatz Campus, Courtyard 1 (Karlsplatz 13), inner courtyard
    • Gußhaus Campus, inner courtyard and
    • Getreidemarkt Campus, Geniehof
  • Materials: Basic supplies will be provided by the HTU. If available, please bring along cardboard, sticks, paints, brushes, tape, etc.
  • Refreshments: Many student councils will be cooking and providing drinks.

Tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May, Resselpark in front of the TUW main building

  • 11:00: Opening of the student assemblies and speeches by representatives of TU Wien
  • 5 minutes to 12: Formation of the demonstration procession
  • 12:00: Joint march towards the University of Vienna / Ring Road for the mass demonstration
  • 13:00: TU joins the mass demonstration in front of the University of Vienna main building
  • 13:30 – 14:30: Rally at the University of Vienna
  • 14:30 – 15:30: Mass demonstration march involving all universities
  • 15:30 – 16:30: Closing rally

Participation and teaching

  • The University Management and the HTU are calling on students and staff to take part in the mass demonstration on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
  • Managers are asked to support participation within the scope of their professional responsibilities.
  • Classes may be cancelled or – where possible – rescheduled to allow for participation.
  • Exams and compulsory assessments will take place as scheduled; oral exams may be postponed by mutual agreement.

Come to the protest workshop today, bring materials and friends – and join the protest march tomorrow. Our future is at stake.

Together we are TU Wien!

Protest updates on the HTU website