Master
German
Arts & Design
INTERIOR DESIGN
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
The interior design field of study at Trier University of Applied Sciences offers a Master's degree course. The postgraduate course is aimed at graduates of a diploma or eight-semester bachelor's program who wish to deepen their competence in the understanding of space and who are particularly interested in a flexible, interdisciplinary education. The two-semester Master of Interior Design course is designed as a consecutive in-depth course of study to a subject-related Bachelor's course of at least 8 semesters (corresponding to 240 ECTS) or a comparable diploma course. The program is structured into four modules: M1 Project Forum (10 ECTS), M2 Theory Forum (10 ECTS), M3 Interdisciplinary Poly-Forum (10 ECTS), and M4 Master Thesis (30 ECTS). The individual subjects of the School of Interior Design are available in a personally adjustable combination with theoretical-scientific teaching modules and interdisciplinary modules from the neighbouring fields of architecture, intermedia design, communication design, fashion design, gemstone / jewellery. The aim of the Master's degree course is the elaboration of the individual Master's thesis. The Master's program prepares students for professional activities regulated by the architectural laws of the German states. The professional task involves the creative, constructive, technical, economic, ecological, and social planning of interior spaces and associated structural changes to buildings. The program is situated at the intersection of technical and aesthetic thinking, or engineering and design action. Students can select their study content from a diverse portfolio of courses and subject modules to match their chosen project.
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The interior design field of study at Trier University of Applied Sciences offers a Master's degree course. The postgraduate course is aimed at graduates of a diploma or eight-semester bachelor's program who wish to deepen their competence in the understanding of space and who are particularly interested in a flexible, interdisciplinary education. The two-semester Master of Interior Design course is designed as a consecutive in-depth course of study to a subject-related Bachelor's course of at least 8 semesters (corresponding to 240 ECTS) or a comparable diploma course. The program is structured into four modules: M1 Project Forum (10 ECTS), M2 Theory Forum (10 ECTS), M3 Interdisciplinary Poly-Forum (10 ECTS), and M4 Master Thesis (30 ECTS). The individual subjects of the School of Interior Design are available in a personally adjustable combination with theoretical-scientific teaching modules and interdisciplinary modules from the neighbouring fields of architecture, intermedia design, communication design, fashion design, gemstone / jewellery. The aim of the Master's degree course is the elaboration of the individual Master's thesis. The Master's program prepares students for professional activities regulated by the architectural laws of the German states. The professional task involves the creative, constructive, technical, economic, ecological, and social planning of interior spaces and associated structural changes to buildings. The program is situated at the intersection of technical and aesthetic thinking, or engineering and design action. Students can select their study content from a diverse portfolio of courses and subject modules to match their chosen project.
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How do I apply to INTERIOR DESIGN at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science?
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 INTERIOR DESIGN at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science
Is INTERIOR DESIGN at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science 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 INTERIOR 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 INTERIOR DESIGN at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science? ▼
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 INTERIOR 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 Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft/Trier University of Applied Science — 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.