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Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle
Master German Arts & Design

Design Studies

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle Halle (Saale) · Saxony-Anhalt Location: Halle

About the Program

This course in Design Studies – which is unique up to now in Germany – is aimed at graduates who already have a first degree and who wish specialise further in their chosen discipline by engaging in additional area-specific study. The Design Studies master's course deals mainly with the following areas: history and perspectives of design and architecture and its reception; theories of artefacts, planning and media; perception and behaviour research; and the scientific methodology of the subject areas involved. Within the Design faculty and in the context of design training, the disciplines of History of Design and Architecture, Design Theory and Design Anthropology make up the Design Studies department. It is intended that graduates of this course will be capable of analysing and interpreting the broad spectrum of areas that fall under the umbrella term of 'design' using academic methods and that they will be able to integrate these into their corresponding contexts.
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This course in Design Studies – which is unique up to now in Germany – is aimed at graduates who already have a first degree and who wish specialise further in their chosen discipline by engaging in additional area-specific study. The Design Studies master's course deals mainly with the following areas: history and perspectives of design and architecture and its reception; theories of artefacts, planning and media; perception and behaviour research; and the scientific methodology of the subject areas involved. Within the Design faculty and in the context of design training, the disciplines of History of Design and Architecture, Design Theory and Design Anthropology make up the Design Studies department. It is intended that graduates of this course will be capable of analysing and interpreting the broad spectrum of areas that fall under the umbrella term of 'design' using academic methods and that they will be able to integrate these into their corresponding contexts.

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How do I apply to Design Studies at Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle?

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 Design Studies at Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle

Is Design Studies at Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle 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 Design Studies 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 Design Studies at Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle? ▼

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 Design Studies? ▼

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 Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle — 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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