• 2 to 4 semesters
• For individuals who have completed their vocational training in a technical or trade area
• Aims to expand students' knowledge of specialist theory
• Final 'viva voce' examination, qualifying the individual to train apprentices

General

The Industrial Master College, Building Craftsperson and Master Craftsperson Schools are attended by individuals who have completed their vocational training in a technical or trade area. It serves the purpose of expanding their theoretical knowledge.
The programme lasts between 2 to 4 semesters and is completed by taking a final 'viva voce' examination, which will qualify the individual to train apprentices.

The Industrial Master College, Building Craftsperson and Master Craftsperson Schools are a special type of trade, technical or artistic school that provide specialist continuing education (an aptitude test is required for admission to schools specialising in artistic trades).
The programme at the Industrial Master College, Building Craftsperson and Master Craftsperson Schools lasts from 2 to 4 semesters and applicants must have completed their vocational training to be admitted.

The next step:

The following opportunities are examples of those available to individuals who successfully complete the Industrial Master College, Building Craftsperson and Master Craftsperson Schools:

• After two to four years of relevant professional activity: working in a self-employed capacity in regulated professions
• Taking the Higher Education Entrance Examination, with exemption from the "Specialist Area" component of the examination
• Simplified access to Upper Level Institutions (HTLs) for Adults, Add-on Courses, Post-secondary VET courses and Universities of Applied Sciences

Sources (in German)

AMS Ausbildungskompass - Industrial Master College, Building Craftsperson and Master Craftsperson Schools
https://www.ausbildungskompass.at/info/10-Werkmeisterschule/

List of all Industrial Master College, Building Craftsperson and Master Craftsperson Schools
https://www.abc.berufsbildendeschulen.at/schoolfinder