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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Master German + English Arts & Design

Choreographie und Performance

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Choreography and Performance aims to train artistic personalities who are prepared for the complexity of production conditions in contemporary performing arts in the field of dance and performance. The program enables students to creatively implement their own dance and movement-oriented productions both within and outside established production environments, to reflect on, improve, and assert them in terms of content, theory, and practice using relevant scientific and artistic research approaches, including strategies of media and performance, and to transfer the acquired knowledge to other fields of work or to open new ones. The program can be completed in German and English or exclusively in English.
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The Master's program in Choreography and Performance aims to train artistic personalities who are prepared for the complexity of production conditions in contemporary performing arts in the field of dance and performance. The program enables students to creatively implement their own dance and movement-oriented productions both within and outside established production environments, to reflect on, improve, and assert them in terms of content, theory, and practice using relevant scientific and artistic research approaches, including strategies of media and performance, and to transfer the acquired knowledge to other fields of work or to open new ones. The program can be completed in German and English or exclusively in English.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Choreography Performance Dance Science Dance Theory Movement Research Contemporary Aesthetics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Choreographie und Performance at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is Choreographie und Performance at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Choreographie und Performance programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Choreographie und Performance at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 Choreographie und Performance?

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 Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — 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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