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Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart
Master English Arts & Design

Research in Design, Art and Media (Master of Arts)

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program 'Research in Design, Art and Media' at Merz Akademie focuses on advanced research and project work in artistic, design, and media fields. The program is designed for graduates with backgrounds in artistic/design disciplines, humanities/cultural studies, or natural sciences like computer science. Students develop and pursue individual research projects under faculty guidance. The program includes a selection process with portfolio review and interview, where applicants present their proposed project and selected works. For students with 180 ECTS credits from their Bachelor's degree, an additional pre-semester is required to achieve the total 300 ECTS credits needed for graduation.
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The Master's program 'Research in Design, Art and Media' at Merz Akademie focuses on advanced research and project work in artistic, design, and media fields. The program is designed for graduates with backgrounds in artistic/design disciplines, humanities/cultural studies, or natural sciences like computer science. Students develop and pursue individual research projects under faculty guidance. The program includes a selection process with portfolio review and interview, where applicants present their proposed project and selected works. For students with 180 ECTS credits from their Bachelor's degree, an additional pre-semester is required to achieve the total 300 ECTS credits needed for graduation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Research in Design, Art and Media (Master of Arts) at Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart

Is Research in Design, Art and Media at Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Research in Design, Art and Media programme cost?

3.414 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Research in Design, Art and Media at Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (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 Research in Design, Art and Media?

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 Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart — 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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