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About the Program
Communication Design means to give reality a form. Be it for designing books, posters, websites, films, exhibitions or campaigns, the students of this department contribute their skills and talent to all areas of social life. They also design events and "raw design materials" such as fonts, illustrations, and photographs. This course offers an intensive access to all topics by means of practical project work. Students work, develop, research and implement their ideas either individually or in small groups. Rarely does one professor supervise more than ten students. By limiting the size of the groups, optimal instruction and supervision is guaranteed for each student. At all time, students have access to the university's versatile and fully equipped workshops and can create their ideas in almost any form. Here, manual work plays an important part. Another advantage to studying at HfG is the renowned designers from all over the world who visit HfG Karlsruhe to support the professors in each department. The department's goal is to educate students to become independent designers. Students should not only learn how to fulfill contracts but also develop their own work and ideas.
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Communication Design means to give reality a form. Be it for designing books, posters, websites, films, exhibitions or campaigns, the students of this department contribute their skills and talent to all areas of social life. They also design events and "raw design materials" such as fonts, illustrations, and photographs. This course offers an intensive access to all topics by means of practical project work. Students work, develop, research and implement their ideas either individually or in small groups. Rarely does one professor supervise more than ten students. By limiting the size of the groups, optimal instruction and supervision is guaranteed for each student. At all time, students have access to the university's versatile and fully equipped workshops and can create their ideas in almost any form. Here, manual work plays an important part. Another advantage to studying at HfG is the renowned designers from all over the world who visit HfG Karlsruhe to support the professors in each department. The department's goal is to educate students to become independent designers. Students should not only learn how to fulfill contracts but also develop their own work and ideas.
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How do I apply to Communication Design at Staatliche Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe (HfG)?
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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Communication Design at Staatliche Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe (HfG)
Is Communication Design at Staatliche Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe (HfG) taught in German or English? ▼
This Other 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 Communication Design 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 Communication Design at Staatliche Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe (HfG)? ▼
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 Communication Design? ▼
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 Staatliche Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe (HfG) — 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.