Austrian High School to Offer Final Exams in Feminism

In a significant educational development, students at the Reithmanngymnasium in Innsbruck, Austria, will soon have the opportunity to formally specialize in feminism. Starting from the 2027/28 academic year, the school will allow students to take their final oral examinations, known as 'matura,' in the subject of feminism.

This move builds upon a five-year tradition at the Europa-, Real-, and Sportrealgymnasium, where feminism has been available as an elective module. This year, the subject has been structured into a progressive two-part module, paving the way for it to become a maturable subject.

The introduction of feminism as a maturable subject signifies a formal recognition of feminist studies within the Austrian secondary education system. It provides students with a dedicated pathway to explore and be assessed on their understanding of feminist theories, history, and social impact.