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Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“
Bachelor German Arts & Design

SET DESIGN BA

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)

Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“ Potsdam · Brandenburg

About the Program

The Set Design B.F.A. program of Film University Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF provides students with the theoretical and practical basics they need to independently work at studio film sets or with external art departments. They learn how to select and design film sites and locations in a way that supports narrative content or adds levels of meaning – e.g., through the detailed depiction of an environment or the projection of inner states onto the outer world. After the first practical exercises that focus on the analysis of images and spaces in painting, film, and theater, students develop and build a studio set, which might also involve the collaborative creation of a narrative idea. Working on a fictional short film project together with students from other programs, students learn how to contribute to filmic storytelling through their creative input and start developing their own artistic signatures. Throughout the program, students are involved in interdisciplinary film projects. The curriculum is structured over three years: In the first year, students acquire basic set design skills and explore images and spaces in practical exercises while attending lectures on art and media theory. The second year focuses on completing media theory units, creating studio set designs, and learning tools for presentation and communication. The third year is dedicated to developing and writing the Bachelor's Thesis. The program comprises modules including Introductory Courses, Basics of Set Design I & II, Interdisciplinary Basics I & II, Communication and Presentation, Stages, Events, and TV, Studio Set Design / Artificial Light Project, VFX, Artistic Graduation Project, and Bachelor's Thesis.
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The Set Design B.F.A. program of Film University Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF provides students with the theoretical and practical basics they need to independently work at studio film sets or with external art departments. They learn how to select and design film sites and locations in a way that supports narrative content or adds levels of meaning – e.g., through the detailed depiction of an environment or the projection of inner states onto the outer world. After the first practical exercises that focus on the analysis of images and spaces in painting, film, and theater, students develop and build a studio set, which might also involve the collaborative creation of a narrative idea. Working on a fictional short film project together with students from other programs, students learn how to contribute to filmic storytelling through their creative input and start developing their own artistic signatures. Throughout the program, students are involved in interdisciplinary film projects. The curriculum is structured over three years: In the first year, students acquire basic set design skills and explore images and spaces in practical exercises while attending lectures on art and media theory. The second year focuses on completing media theory units, creating studio set designs, and learning tools for presentation and communication. The third year is dedicated to developing and writing the Bachelor's Thesis. The program comprises modules including Introductory Courses, Basics of Set Design I & II, Interdisciplinary Basics I & II, Communication and Presentation, Stages, Events, and TV, Studio Set Design / Artificial Light Project, VFX, Artistic Graduation Project, and Bachelor's Thesis.

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How do I apply to SET DESIGN BA at Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“?

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 SET DESIGN BA at Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“

Is SET DESIGN BA at Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“ taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor 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 SET DESIGN BA 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 SET DESIGN BA at Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“? ▼

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 SET DESIGN BA? ▼

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 Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“ — 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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