Master
German
Arts & Design
Dramaturgy
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
The performing arts are varied and complex — in their appearances as well as in their processes of development. Along the way, dramaturgs are mediators and multitaskers contributing a broad range of skills and experience: They develop ideas for projects, look at those projects and the artistic process with a critical distance, and respond to the claims of societal and political contexts both within institutions and similar production environments, as well as to the outside. Dramaturgs can create protected spaces of freedom and possibility for artistic processes and engagement. They are in every sense go-betweens — intermediaries between social themes and artistic dreams, between writers and directors, but also between the production participants and audiences. Training at ADK encourages a wide variety of artistic practices and paths in life: in addition to traditional production dramaturgy in the theater, emphasis is placed on trans-disciplinary formats, in particular through collaboration with the Film Academy Baden-Württemberg and its Animation Institute as well as curatorial engagement with international performing artists. In the process, accessibility and inclusiveness, the intersections between theater and digitality, and sustainability form important touchstones of the curriculum. The program is designed to be completed in four semesters.
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The performing arts are varied and complex — in their appearances as well as in their processes of development. Along the way, dramaturgs are mediators and multitaskers contributing a broad range of skills and experience: They develop ideas for projects, look at those projects and the artistic process with a critical distance, and respond to the claims of societal and political contexts both within institutions and similar production environments, as well as to the outside. Dramaturgs can create protected spaces of freedom and possibility for artistic processes and engagement. They are in every sense go-betweens — intermediaries between social themes and artistic dreams, between writers and directors, but also between the production participants and audiences. Training at ADK encourages a wide variety of artistic practices and paths in life: in addition to traditional production dramaturgy in the theater, emphasis is placed on trans-disciplinary formats, in particular through collaboration with the Film Academy Baden-Württemberg and its Animation Institute as well as curatorial engagement with international performing artists. In the process, accessibility and inclusiveness, the intersections between theater and digitality, and sustainability form important touchstones of the curriculum. The program is designed to be completed in four semesters.
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How do I apply to Dramaturgy at Akademie für Darstellende Kunst Baden-Württemberg?
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 Dramaturgy at Akademie für Darstellende Kunst Baden-Württemberg
Is Dramaturgy at Akademie für Darstellende Kunst Baden-Württemberg 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 Dramaturgy programme cost? ▼
1.500 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Dramaturgy at Akademie für Darstellende Kunst Baden-Württemberg? ▼
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 Dramaturgy? ▼
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 Akademie für Darstellende Kunst Baden-Württemberg — 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.