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Hochschule Anhalt
Master German Arts & Design

Architecture

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Hochschule Anhalt Köthen · Saxony-Anhalt Location: Dessau-Roßlau

About the Program

Drafting, engineering, and design are the core topics of this master's degree program. Continuing with what was learned in the bachelor's degree program, you will deepen your knowledge by independently working on ever more complex architectural tasks. This unites sustainable planning, ecological care, and social responsibility with a technologically ambitious approach. The master's course is applied in the best sense of the term and is enriched with research topics from the department. In the individual semester project, you are supervised by lecturers from the departments of architecture, engineering, and art. This semester project is the largest module and the focus of the first three semesters. In advanced modules, current and historical developments in construction history and architectural theory are discussed. Seminars on digital drafting and construction processes complement the subjects offered. On excursions, specific skills are developed in architectural discourse and/or freehand drawing. Students benefit from the creative atmosphere of the city of Dessau, with its history characterized by the UNESCO world heritage site Bauhaus. After completing the program, graduates are qualified for project management and leadership positions in architectural offices and company as well as for work in the "höherer Dienst" with the federal, state, or municipal government agencies. The master's degree qualifies graduates to begin a doctorate.
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Drafting, engineering, and design are the core topics of this master's degree program. Continuing with what was learned in the bachelor's degree program, you will deepen your knowledge by independently working on ever more complex architectural tasks. This unites sustainable planning, ecological care, and social responsibility with a technologically ambitious approach. The master's course is applied in the best sense of the term and is enriched with research topics from the department. In the individual semester project, you are supervised by lecturers from the departments of architecture, engineering, and art. This semester project is the largest module and the focus of the first three semesters. In advanced modules, current and historical developments in construction history and architectural theory are discussed. Seminars on digital drafting and construction processes complement the subjects offered. On excursions, specific skills are developed in architectural discourse and/or freehand drawing. Students benefit from the creative atmosphere of the city of Dessau, with its history characterized by the UNESCO world heritage site Bauhaus. After completing the program, graduates are qualified for project management and leadership positions in architectural offices and company as well as for work in the "höherer Dienst" with the federal, state, or municipal government agencies. The master's degree qualifies graduates to begin a doctorate.

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How do I apply to Architecture at Hochschule Anhalt?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Architecture at Hochschule Anhalt

Is Architecture at Hochschule Anhalt taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Architecture programme cost? ▼

305 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Architecture at Hochschule Anhalt? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Architecture? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule Anhalt — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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