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Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln

About the Program

The Screenwriting program at KHM (Academy of Media Arts Cologne) offers a free and systematic approach to learning. The program includes foundational seminars on all forms of storytelling, theoretical writing courses, and practical exercises in dramaturgy and story development. It covers forms and formats, working methods, collaborations, rights issues, history, and future developments. Students have the freedom to write for various formats including short or feature films, TV films, series, documentaries, animations, or experimental forms. They can write individually or in teams. The program offers various teaching formats including exercises, specialized seminars, and colloquia. At KHM, screenwriting can be the final goal, a project, a possible diploma thesis, an artistic exploration, an experiment, or a step toward other goals (typically a film).
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The Screenwriting program at KHM (Academy of Media Arts Cologne) offers a free and systematic approach to learning. The program includes foundational seminars on all forms of storytelling, theoretical writing courses, and practical exercises in dramaturgy and story development. It covers forms and formats, working methods, collaborations, rights issues, history, and future developments. Students have the freedom to write for various formats including short or feature films, TV films, series, documentaries, animations, or experimental forms. They can write individually or in teams. The program offers various teaching formats including exercises, specialized seminars, and colloquia. At KHM, screenwriting can be the final goal, a project, a possible diploma thesis, an artistic exploration, an experiment, or a step toward other goals (typically a film).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Drehbuch at Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln

Is Drehbuch at Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln taught in German or English?

This Unknown 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 Drehbuch 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 Drehbuch at Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln?

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 Drehbuch?

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 Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln — 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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