Health during your studies

An overview of all services related to balanced nutrition, physical activity and mental health – especially for students. Whether you are looking for a sports course, cafeteria tips or help during stressful periods of study, this website provides information to help you stay healthy, focused and balanced throughout your studies. The range of services will be updated continuously.

© Ian Ehm


"Health" in the course catalogue

This extension curriculum helps you develop practical skills in health promotion and sustainable nutrition, physical activity and mental health, and supports you in making self-determined, health-related decisions.


Exercise in everyday student life

Whether you cycle to university, take a sports course at the University Sports Institute or simply take the stairs – even small activities support your well-being and health.

USI sports courses

Discover a wide range of sports courses – from yoga to volleyball.

Click here to discover the offers

 Did you know?

Just five minutes of exercise in green spaces reduce stress and negative moods.


Balanced nutrition

Strengthen your everyday student life with small, conscious decisions about nutrition.

 Did you know?

Eating a small handful of nuts every day can have a positive effect on heart health.

 Smart breakfast ideas for everyday student life (English subtitles)

Vegetarian and vegan cafeterias

Vegetarian and vegan dishes are available daily at two locations at the University of Vienna.

Blog post

From master´s thesis to optimised nutrition

In this post, student Denny explains how to eat healthier in everyday student life.


Mental strength

Well-being starts in the mind. Strategies to strengthen resilience and focus on studying can help.