Team of the Directorate of Studies (SPL)

Since October 1, 2022, Prof. Heinz Christoph Steinhardt is the new Director of Studies (SPL). Prof. Rüdiger Frank is the Vice-SPL for EcoS. For all EcoS students, Prof. Frank and his team are responsible for study matters concerning approval of credits, substitution of seminars, the electronic record of examination, among others.

Starting on October 1, 2024, Prof. Heinz Christoph Steinhardt will assume the role of Director of Studies, with Prof. Rüdiger Frank serving as the Vice-SPL for EcoS.

To get support from the SPL team, you can contact:

EcoS staff ecos[at]univie.ac.at remains responsible for additional questions concerning the EcoS Master Programme.

Important information for students

Please note that the Department of East Asian Studies (incl. the secretariat) has limited office opening hours for students. Therefore, please book an appointment before going to their offices. For information on available time slots from Monday to Thursday, please visit secretariat's schedule. For your appointment request, please send an email with a detailed description of your inquiry to sinologie.ostasien[at]univie.ac.at. An appointment is not possible without prior notification.