Service & Support … Home Study Service & Support Health Services for Students Health Services for Students Engaging in artistic activity is, for most, not just a profession but a calling, and it continuously demands peak physical and mental performance. Tension, pain, postural damage, as well as mental strains like performance anxiety or uncertainty about the future are not uncommon and pose additional challenges. Institute for Coaching & Career+43 676 88122 380career@moz.ac.at Mirabellplatz 15020 Salzburg In addition to various subjects embedded in the curriculum, the University Mozarteum supports the long-term physical and mental well-being of its students with additional offerings such as individual coaching and collaborations with external organizations. Elective courses and a rotating selection of programs offered by the Career Center also address these topics from multiple angles. Working with professionals from the fields of medicine, psychology, bodywork, and physiotherapy, the emphasis is placed especially on prevention. The focus is on maintaining health and well-being, to proactively counteract and sustainably prevent occupational illnesses. Individual Coaching for Health Prevention When: Appointments are held as one-on-one sessions and can be arranged individually throughout the semester.Where: In person in Salzburg or InnsbruckWho: Elisabeth Grain – Bernhard Hagspiel – Hanna Keßeler – Karoline Renner – Barbara Rosanelli-GraifRegistration: Please contact the respective coach directly via email. Details on which expert best suits your needs can be found on our website. Through the Institute for Coaching & Career, students can access individual 60-minute coaching sessions in addition to the curricular offerings related to health prevention. These sessions provide personalized approaches to mental and physical health, stress management, and stage presence. Personal advice is also available on concert preparation, overuse injuries, pain when playing, effective practice techniques, relaxation methods, and everything necessary for a healthy, professional life as an artist. This offer is freely available to all students; however, as the number of sessions is limited, each person may attend up to three coaching sessions. Support in Managing Challenging Situations When: Individual appointments throughout the semesterWhere: Online or in-person (Salzburg)Who: Franziska WallnerRegistration: franziska.wallner@moz.ac.at In both private and professional life, we regularly encounter situations that challenge us—studying, applying for jobs, starting a career, dealing with new experiences, etc. These can create imbalance and the need for conversations. This offer provides space to discuss your personal concerns in individual sessions. Topics may include: Managing stress and overwhelm Talking through worries Handling conflicts Support with career orientation Or any other current life challenges Additionally, you can receive help finding the appropriate point of contact for more specialized support. Studying with a Disability or Chronic Illness When: Individual appointments throughout the semesterWhere: Online or in-person (Salzburg)Who: Claudia HaitzmannRegistration: claudia.haitzmann@moz.ac.at Studying with a disability or chronic illness can present unique challenges. The disability representative supports affected students before and during their studies with counseling and tailored solutions developed together based on individual needs. Possible support includes: Assistance with admission and academic exams (e.g., by agreeing on alternative exam formats) Information on financial aid and legal frameworks Mediation in academic-related issues Help with architectural/accessibility barriers Adapted study materials for blind or visually impaired students Individual technical and personal assistance Health Consultation for Musicians (Innsbruck) When: Individual appointments throughout the semesterWhere: Online or in-person (Innsbruck)Who: Isabel GabbeRegistration: isabel.gabbe@moz.ac.at In these sessions, you can discuss your individual concerns, such as: Prevention and health maintenance Physical and mental strain Instrument-specific complaints Breathing, Movement & Meditation (Salzburg & Innsbruck) When: Weekly during the semester (see Career Center program)Where: Salzburg and InnsbruckWho: Brigitte Jakob (Salzburg), Julia Plainer / Denise Luttenberger (Innsbruck)Registration: career@moz.ac.atCourse fee: €40 for studentsElective course: 1 ECTS / 1 contact hour Using exercises from yoga and other Eastern traditions in combination with Western training methods, this course teaches you how to better navigate demanding phases of daily life and ease performance anxiety before concerts or exams. Learn how to: Strengthen, mobilize, and stretch the body Balance muscular and postural imbalances Release physical and mental blockages Practice breathing techniques Improve mindfulness and concentration Gain relaxation and calm through meditation Feldenkrais for Musicians (Salzburg) When: Weekly during the semester (see Career Center program)Where: SalzburgWho: Simone IrmerRegistration: career@moz.ac.atCourse fee: €40 for studentsElective course: 1 ECTS / 1 contact hour This group course explores anatomical and physiological relationships necessary for natural posture and efficient use of the instrument or voice. Through practical exercises, you will improve posture, technique, grip security, intonation, breathing, vocal control, movement, and performance ability. The instrument and voice are regularly incorporated into the sessions. Focus areas: Functional bodywork related to instrument and voice Becoming more aware of and effectively using your body Correcting postural issues and tension Easy exercises for daily practice Supplementary Studies in Physio & Mental Coaching Interdisciplinary Supplementary Certificate in Physiological Health and Mental Coaching Psychological counselling for students The Psychological Student Counselling Service helps students choose and start their studies, supports personal development and provides advice on study-related and personal problems. The following services are available free of charge to all students at the Salzburg and Innsbruck locations: Psychological counselling Personal counselling Study choice counselling Diagnostic assistance with personal study choices Coaching Supervision Workshops on various topics Further information can be found on the website at www.studierendenberatung.at. You can contact us directly by email or phone: Innsbruck location:Email: Psycholog-Studentenberatung@uibk.ac.at / Tel. +43 512 507 39601 Salzburg location:Email: psb.sbg@sbg.ac.at / Tel. +43 662 8044 6500
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