What is the best choice for you?
With your final semester report card from compulsory schooling, you can apply for our 5-year courses specializing in agriculture or environmental and resource management. For the three-year advanced course, you need to have completed at least three years of agricultural college. You can find more detailed information in our admission requirements .
A day in Raumberg
- High school diploma + practical experience:
You complete your high school diploma and learn about agriculture in a practical way - for studies and/or career. - Animals & Technology:
Stables, workshops, laboratories, processing center, modern machines and projects: you work directly with them. - Environment & Future:
Sustainability, Climate and Soil: Learning What Counts Today - Community & Home Life
: Cohesion, new friends and a first sense of freedom in the student residence, and lots of togetherness.
Leaving home is a big step – but with us, you won't be alone. From day one, you'll quickly connect with others, meet new people, and become part of a close-knit community. A truly exciting time awaits you: engaging lessons, new experiences, cool activities, and a good dose of initial freedom – all while maintaining traditions and a sense of community that provides security while you explore new things.
Your path to the school-leaving and diploma exams with practical experience in agriculture, environment & resource management.
- Combining general education and practical experience
- Future-oriented: Sustainability, digitalization, innovation
- State-approved, with student residence and community
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Why HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein?
Learning, research & living in nature
- 🎓 High school diploma + practical experience – final exams with professional skills
- 🌿 Sustainable & modern – Environment, technology, digitalization
- 🤝 Experience community – student residence, team spirit, cohesion
Educational opportunities – Your path to the Matura
Depending on your interests, you can specialize in either agriculture/agricultural management or environmental and resource management . For graduates of vocational schools, we offer a three-year advanced course culminating in the Austrian university entrance qualification (Matura) .
- Agriculture (focus on agricultural management) - does that suit you?
- Environmental and resource management - take the check
- Advanced agricultural only for graduates of technical colleges:
Learning & Living in Raumberg
Learning where nature and technology meet
- Practical lessons in stables, laboratories, workshops & businesses
- International internships, excursions & research projects
- Life in a student residence with sports, music & leisure
- Location in the Enns Valley – Nature, Culture & Quality of Life
Registration & Registration
This is how you get to the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein
- Requirements: Completion of the 8th grade
- Documents: Certificates, birth certificate, passport photo, form
- Deadlines: according to the website (ongoing updates)
Together we look ahead – to your future, which holds great promise. With us, you'll learn in a modern, practical way, right in the heart of real life. It will sometimes be challenging, sure – but above all, varied, vibrant, and often quite exciting. And the best part: you're never alone. Team spirit is truly valued here.
You'll grow with challenges, celebrate successes as a team, and realize that learning is so much more than just lessons – it's your journey, and we'll be there to support you. If you're looking for an exciting school experience where you can develop yourself, contribute, and gain valuable experience for the future, then sign up with us!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What you should know before you register
- What distinguishes the training? A combination of general education, practical experience, and scientific relevance (e.g., Science Days).
- Is there a student residence? Yes, with supervision, many leisure activities & study time.
- What extracurricular activities are offered at the school? Yes, many, such as hunting courses, language courses, hoof care courses, etc., and of course there are also many leisure activities (sports, music, etc.).
- What about meals? Breakfast is provided, as well as a choice of two menus (vegetarian and traditional German) for lunch, dinner, and a late-night snack.
- What are my options after graduating from high school? University studies or starting a career in agriculture, the environment, and administration. Information available for download.
- How much practical experience is there? Regular practical blocks, projects & internships abroad.
- Do I have to come from a farm? No, maybe the following mini-check will help you (5 points, yes/no):
I like animals or plants.
I want to get my high school diploma and practical experience.
I enjoy working outdoors.
I want to do something in agriculture/environmental work later on.
I want to meet new people.
If you answered yes to three of these, come and visit us! - Is there a lot to learn in Raumberg? Yes, but you receive good support and it's manageable.
- How much free time do I have at the residence? Besides studying, there is plenty of time for shared and personal interests.
- Can I take a look at it beforehand before I decide? Yes, the easiest way is at the open house in early November.
Voices from the school
Real experiences from students and graduates
"I learn here with both my head and my hands – it's really fun!" – Lena, 4th grade
"The practical experience and the sense of community at the home are invaluable." – Markus, 3rd year
"After completing the advanced training course, I immediately took on responsibility within the company." – Sophie, graduate
Start your journey now
Find out more, get to know us & come visit us
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Contact
HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein
Raumberg 38, 8952 Irdning-Donnersbachtal
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☎️ +43 3682 22451-120 (Mr. Martin Percht)
🌐 raumberg-gumpenstein.at
