Studying at the University of Vienna

Studying safely

On this page, you will find the key points of contact and information regarding emergencies, dangerous situations and conflicts during your studies.

  • Security management

    In the event of accidents, emergencies or dangerous situations, the University of Vienna’s Security Management team is available to assist you round the clock: +43-1-4277-777

    Please also note the key emergency numbers:

    • 112 European emergency number
    • 122 Fire brigade
    • 133 Police
    • 144 Ambulance

    The Security Management team also provides information on threat management, house rules, reporting thefts and more.

    Security Management (Website in German)

What to do in the event of an accident?

Accidents that occur during teaching activities must be reported. This also applies to accidents on the way to or from university. Here’s what to do:

  1. Complete the online “Accident Report” form. You can find this on the General Accident Insurance Board (AUVA) website.
  2. Select the option “Weiterleiten in der Bildungseinrichtung”.
  3. Enter the name and e-mail address of the director of studies. If the accident occurred in a service unit, e.g. the Vienna University Library, please provide the name of the head there. If the accident occurred at the University Sport Institute (USI), on the way there or on the way home, please provide the details of the head of USI.
  4. The relevant head will be notified and will forward this form electronically to the AUVA.
  5. If you have any questions, please contact the AUVA management team.

General Accident Insurance Board (AUVA)

AUVA management team

for Vienna, Lower Austria and Burgenland

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+43 5 9393 31383
‘Accident Report’ form

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Dealing with conflicts

Discussions, differing viewpoints and scope for action are key aspects of studying. This can sometimes lead to conflicts. If you need help – for yourself or for others – or wish to build a network to assist with problem-solving, you can contact the following organisations.