In the Bachelor's Programme “Technische Chemie” (hereafter: Technical Chemistry), you acquire fundamental knowledge of chemistry, practical skills for working in a chemical laboratory, an understanding of the implementation of chemical processes on an industrial scale and the related regulatory and operational frameworks, as well as general scientific and technical knowledge and skills that can be applied beyond the field of chemistry.

The programme covers the following subject areas:

  • Scientific foundations (Mathematics, Physics)
  • Fundamentals of chemistry (Principles of Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Solid-State Chemistry, Biochemistry)
  • Chemical technologies (Chemical Technology of Organic Substances, Chemical Technology of Inorganic Substances, Biotechnology, Technical Electrochemistry)
  • Process engineering (Chemical, Thermal, and Mechanical Process Engineering)

Degree programme codeUE 033 290 - Technische Chemie (Technical Chemistry)
Related fields of study 

UE 033 273 - Chemical and Process Engineering

UE 033 266 - Environmental Engineering

Duration of the degree programme6 semesters
Credits180 ECTS
Language of instruction German
DegreeBachelor of Science (BSc)
Recommended semester plan Technical Chemistry, opens an external URL in a new window
Key Facts and Related Fields of Study

Programme-PRe-Phase

There is no selection procedure for the Bachelor's degree programme in Technical Chemistry. Instead, before being admitted, you must engage with the contents of the programme as part of the so-called Study Preparation and Reflection Phase (Programme-PRe-Phase).

Self-Assessment

The self-assessment is a mandatory component of the Programme-PRe-Phase. You may also complete the self-assessment, opens an external URL in a new window independently of the Programme-PRe-Phase (e.g., beforehand) for the purpose of self-reflection. After completing the self-assessment, you will receive an enrolment code. If you decide to apply for the selected degree programme, you do not need to complete the assessment again; you only need to upload the enrolment code you received within your Programme-PRe-Phase.

Further Information 

You should be interested in and enjoy the production and characterisation of substances and materials, as well as experimental work. Although manual dexterity, computer skills and foreign language skills are of advantage, they are not required from the outset. A three-day orientation course for new students, including two full days in the laboratory, will be offered starting on 1 October. 

Graduates are acquainted with practical work in chemical laboratories, as well as with the underlying theoretical principles and fundamental chemical concepts. They have mastered the technical terminology and are familiar with important methods used in this field. They understand the fundamental properties that characterise matter and how it can be transformed. They can develop, apply and evaluate methods for synthesising and characterising substances, and understand how to specifically influence chemical reactions and equilibria. 

There are currently just under 4,000 chemists employed in Austria. This number increases by 2 to 3% every year. Unemployment rates are very low. Around half of our graduates work in application-oriented professions, a quarter in science (research and development), and the remaining quarter in multidisciplinary roles requiring additional relevant knowledge alongside chemistry. Therefore, good career opportunities exist not only in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, but also in metalworking, ceramics, energy, the environment, and the public sector, including government agencies and offices.

After completing your bachelor's degree in Technical Chemistry at TU Wien, you can choose one of the following master's programmes to deepen your expertise:

Admission to the following degree programmes is also possible, subject to mandatory supplementary examinations:

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Technical Chemistry at TU Wien