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Akademie für Darstellende Kunst Baden-Württemberg
Ludwigsburg
· Baden-Württemberg
Location: Stuttgart
About the Program
The dual course in Stage & Costume Design at Stuttgart State Academy of Art and Design (ABK) is unique in Germany and is run in close cooperation with the ADK. The five-year training leads to an academic degree, the German Diplom, in Stage & Costume Design. Students begin their course with a general training in the arts and are able to draw on a wide range of classes and workshops at the Stuttgart Academy alongside students from the other liberal arts. After this foundation course lasting two semesters, they move onto a specialist course in Stage & Costume Design. During this phase, students tackle semester projects to create scenery and costumes for stage plays and operas. This creative work is accompanied by classes on theatre theory and history, applied theatre studies, art history, and the history of costumes and styles, as well as seminars in dramaturgy and other courses including film set design, technical drawing and theatre law. In their final semester, students again engage in practical exercises, providing the sets and costumes for stage plays, short films and art performances.
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The dual course in Stage & Costume Design at Stuttgart State Academy of Art and Design (ABK) is unique in Germany and is run in close cooperation with the ADK. The five-year training leads to an academic degree, the German Diplom, in Stage & Costume Design. Students begin their course with a general training in the arts and are able to draw on a wide range of classes and workshops at the Stuttgart Academy alongside students from the other liberal arts. After this foundation course lasting two semesters, they move onto a specialist course in Stage & Costume Design. During this phase, students tackle semester projects to create scenery and costumes for stage plays and operas. This creative work is accompanied by classes on theatre theory and history, applied theatre studies, art history, and the history of costumes and styles, as well as seminars in dramaturgy and other courses including film set design, technical drawing and theatre law. In their final semester, students again engage in practical exercises, providing the sets and costumes for stage plays, short films and art performances.
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How do I apply to Stage and Costume Design 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 Stage and Costume Design at Akademie für Darstellende Kunst Baden-Württemberg
Is Stage and Costume Design at Akademie für Darstellende Kunst Baden-Württemberg taught in German or English? ▼
This Other 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 Stage and Costume 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 Stage and Costume Design 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 Stage and Costume 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 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.