Airborne laser scanning is an efficient and cost-effective method to gain accurate data for large areas. Laser pulses are able to penetrate through the gaps in vegetation foliage. A dense…
Interdisciplinary research cluster groups
Each student belongs to at least one interdisciplinary research cluster group. Frequent meetings and working groups provide a forum to…
Critical skills training
During the first semester, each student prepares a thesis proposal outlining their research topic, questions and methods. They must present and defend this to their…
Tailor-made advanced training programme
Students identify critical training needs and develop their own advanced study programme in consultation with their supervisors. These courses give…
Broad basic study programme
To introduce an understanding of a broad range of water science topics and methods all research students take basic courses taught by the expert members of the…
Studying in Vienna, a city with the highest quality of life
Vienna is a city of great charm and has the best of all that Central Europe has to offer: a great variety of cultural events,…
Stimulating working environment
Doctoral researchers at Vienna University of Technology work in an atmosphere of intellectual excitement. Almost 30 highly diverse students are currently enrolled…