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Frequently Asked Questions

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I don't have the required B2 English certificate, is it possible to attain the B2 later on?

We require learners to possess a certain level of English proficiency in order to understand the study material and work in groups seamlessly. While we do not require official English certification, we assess your English level during the interview stage.

How does the application process work?

The application process requires the following steps:

1. Complete a few questions or speak with our Admissions Team

2. Submit an application to Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences

3. Upload your information to WU Executive Academy

4. Attend an application interview with Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences & the WU Executive Academy

5. Sign the admissions contract with WU Executive Academy

What title do I get after completing the program?

Your official title will be Master of Science (CE)WU in Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, and Technology.

What's the application interview like?

During the 30-minute application interview, the Dean of the WU Executive Academy and ToU Admissions Team will evaluate your program-related motivations and verify your English language proficiency in an online setting.

What's an eligibility check?

An eligibility check is a simple web form in which you submit your contact information, along with details about your work and educational experience. Our Admissions Team will review this information and get back to you. Alternatively, you can always schedule a meeting with someone from our team to discuss your eligibility.

Will I be able to apply for a student visa?

After you have signed the contract and paid the deposit to WU Executive Academy, you will be officially enrolled as a student at an Austrian university. Depending on your specific situation, it may be possible for you to apply for a student visa to Austria (but not Germany).

Please note that this is a mobile-first degree program. While Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences is happy to support you coming to the EU as a student, we can make no guarantees about visa requests. Completing our Master of Science (CE) in SET will have important fiscal and professional implications for your career. Hence, we recommend that you apply to the program because of the educational experience it can provide, and not simply because of the visa options it affords.

What if I’m not accepted into the program?

The Admissions Team will work with you to determine the best next steps, on a case-by-case basis. For example, if you simply lack the professional work or education experience required for acceptance, we can work with you to help you apply for a future cohort or a different program.

Why do I need to send my information to the Executive Academy of the Vienna University of Business and Economics?

The Executive Academy of the Vienna University of Business and Economics is our partner that awards the degree and ensures a high-quality education experience. Due to GDPR requirements, you’ll need to upload your information to the WU Executive Academy on their website after your application has been submitted and reviewed. Your admissions contact will provide you with additional details for completing this part of the process.

When do I have to commit to the program?

After a successful application interview, you will receive notification of your acceptance into the program and be provided with a legally binding tuition contract between you and WU Executive Academy. Once you have signed this contract and paid the minimum tuition deposit, you have committed to the program.

Do I have to pay the entire tuition at once?

You will need to pay 10% of your total tuition as a confirmation fee to reserve your study placement. Then, the remaining balance can be paid in 1-5 installments over the course of the program, depending on the installment type of your choice.

Can my work or company pay for this program?

Yes! We are happy to work with your employer to help finance this degree, in part or in full. Please reach out to our team so that we can arrange to speak with your manager.

What are the Master’s financing options?

There are different ways of financing your studies.

‍Most learners use a mix of financing options ranging from student jobs and saving, to scholarships or governmental support.

If you need further assistance please contact our Admissions Team. Payments can be made via bank transfer to the IBAN listed on your invoice. For folks outside of the EU, we recommend looking at transfer services (for example, Wise.com) to make your tuition payments.

Please find more information about scholarship opportunities here.

Can I save money via taxes if I'm a German citizen?

Yes! Learners can save a significant amount of money by deducting their study fees as “income-related expenses”. A learner earning €50k from their job can save more than €5.000 in taxes! Please contact our sales team to evaluate your current situation.

Do you offer any other discounts on top of your scholarships?

Yes we do. Please talk to our Admissions Team about our Super-Early and Early-Bird tuition credit which are available to all learners. We also offer the opportunity to refer a friend or signup with somebody from your network, in this case you'll each earn a €1.000 tuition reduction.

Can scholarships be combined?

No, each applicant is eligible to apply for one scholarship. However, each applicant is also entitled to apply for an early application tuition reduction or receive an additional reduction by applying with a friend.

Will I receive notifications from the learning app?

There's no need for notifications as our app is designed to be accessible on-the-go, enabling you to learn at your own pace and schedule, no matter where you are. With our user-friendly mobile-app, you have the flexibility to learn and study whenever it's convenient for you, without being bound by a fixed schedule or location. You can take your education with you and seamlessly integrate it into your daily routine, allowing you to balance your studies with your personal and professional commitments. Experience the freedom and convenience of mobile learning today with our cutting-edge app.

What makes ToU different from other universities? I’m currently comparing my options.

-The approach is more interactive than traditional online learning (challenged-based + digestible lessons). We don’t simply take offline learning online.

-You are sitting front row experiencing challenges that reflect relevant/real-life case scenarios that exist in big companies and organizations.

-You’ll have direct access to industry experts that can provide opportunities for you to network and foster a professional relationship with your mentors.

-Our engaging community transcends throughout all programs — you get to know learners not just from all programs through engaging events and community engagement.

-We prioritize the well-being of our learners, and everyone at ToU is only a message away — we are ready to support the needs of each student!

I am a seventh-day adventist, so I keep the Sabbath, I don’t work or study on Saturdays, and Sunday is no problem.

Our schedules are flexible. Therefore, you can learn depending on your schedule and preferences. There are no events or course discussions on Saturday or Sunday.

Do you offer any help with finding career opportunities?

Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences consists of a large network of industry experts and partners. We will work to help you either start your own venture or find a career opportunity.

Are there exams at Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences?

There are no exams in a traditional sense. We will not have written exams or anything alike. Most of the assessment will be done by how well you master certain concepts, and skills or simply how well you put things into practice. In the end, no one can give better feedback than the market.

Are there grades at Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences?

Every course with a group challenge, i.e. where it is solely about applying your knowledge and creating solutions, will not be based on grades, but only a “pass” and a “not yet passed” (all courses in the elevation phase). Courses in the orientation and in the calibration phase will be graded on a scale from 1 to 5. But we don’t want you to understand this as a judgment, but rather as a possibility and direction to improve. In general, we value feedback way higher than grades. We value room for improvement over putting learners into fixed categories and comparing them to one another.

How many learners will there be in each intake?

There is a 25 person limit per intake.

I’m interested in learning more about your competence framework, how can I apply it after studying?

Unlike traditional Master's Degree programs, we built our curriculum around six research-based pillars. Our challenge-based approach and belief in flexibility allow your learning journey to be individualized and change with you. You'll leave the program with a lifelong community and the resources to make a long-lasting impact.

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We believe in:

Cognitive proficiency

Technological literacy

Self-empowerment

Entrepreneurial mindset

Sustainability mindset

Social intelligence

What is the timeline to complete the degree?

Learners take 15 - 24 months to complete the program.

Is there a community at ToU? I’m worried I won’t have a university experience.

Yes! While we are a fully-remote university, we believe building a strong network of personal and professional relationships is key to any learning experience.

-Our metaverse campus in Cosmos

-Slack channel

-Technical app support

-Meetups

-Mentorship

-Events

Learn more about our community here.

Who will I study with?

At Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences, our community is rich in diversity and experience. Our learners come from a range of backgrounds, cultures, and countries, bringing with them unique perspectives that enrich our academic programs. Many of our learners have years of experience in their respective fields, allowing for a dynamic exchange of knowledge and expertise in the classroom. Our community is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and contribute to our collective learning journey. With a focus on practical, hands-on learning, our learners graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to make a positive impact in their respective fields, regardless of their background or prior experience.

What do I have to do to graduate?

You'll work through the 4 phases of the program:

-Orientation Phase

-Calibration Phase

-Elevation Phase

-Activation Phase

We judge your success based on the mastery of competencies rather than grades. As you work through the challenges we closely monitor your progress and determine successful completion of a challenge or phase.

Is the program manageable with a full-time job? What's the workload like?

The program is specifically designed for professionals to study next to their job. It's mobile and part-time. Nevertheless, it will still require a great amount of dedication and curiosity. We want the program to be a truly transformative experience for you and, just like with anything in life, it's also true here: The more you give in — the more you get out. Taking 90 ECTS you will spend on average 10 hours per week.

Who is responsible for preparing the content of all the challenges?

Subject Matter Experts are responsible for the creation of challenges. They are designed to simulate real-world business scenarios.

Who's behind Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences? Who are the mentors, ambassadors, and academic staff from you and from your partners involved in the program?

ToU was founded by Christian Rebernik and Dr. Thomas Funke who both have extensive backgrounds and expertise in the fields of sustainability, entrepreneurship, and technology.

The mentors, ambassadors, and academic staff are a group of carefully selected industry professionals with proven track records in the areas of sustainability, entrepreneurship, and technology. We believe in learning by doing, or challenge-based learning. These experts bring their real-world knowledge and expertise to the program and offer their insights as change makers themselves.

I’m quite curious, how do the challenges work?

The challenges are core to our learning model. It's a substantial part of every course making up at least half of the overall workload. They are either individual or team challenges. You will be given real-world cases and scenarios to apply and strengthen your newly learned competencies right away. These could range from an individual Python coding challenge that takes up a couple of hours in a course on Data Science to a couple of days of preparing, running, and synthesizing user interviews in a course on User Research to several weeks of intense group work to create new business models and products reacting to global challenges such as climate change. During the challenges you will be accompanied by both an academic mentor as well as a business mentor that has practical experience in the area of the challenge.

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