European Project Semester (EPS)

& International Project Semester (IPS)

What is EPS/IPS?

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

While the EPS has a clear focus on challenges in the technical and engineering fields, the International Project Semester is more open in terms of the topics addressed. Structurally, both formats are identical. 

EPS at USTP

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.

USTP has a maximum of 1–2 EPS places per project slot per year for each partner university.

Gamification / VR / Multimedia

Available: Winter & Summer semester

To participate, you should have skills in at least one of the following areas:

• Games (development & design)
• Serious Games, incl. Exergames
• Augmented & Virtual Reality development
• Programming
• Multimedia production, animation, 3D modelling
• Graphic design, sound design, storytelling

Further focus area descriptions coming soon.

Participating Study Programmes

The EPS/IPS at USTP is hosted by the following bachelor degree programmes:

• Media Technology
• Smart Engineering of Production Technologies and Processes
• 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: English
• Credits: 30 ECTS
  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: Please contact our International Office.
  Upon successful application, we will invite you for an online interview.

Contact

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

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