Skip to content
Hochschule für Bildende Künste Braunschweig
Master German Arts & Design

Transformation Design

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Transformation Design focuses on the transformation towards greater sustainability, global justice, and a 'good life' as the central social theme of our time. The program teaches students to reflect on, initiate, and help shape change processes through project-based learning. Sustainability and the future viability of society play a central role and are examined from a design-methodological and theoretical perspective. The program emphasizes processes, connections, and interactions with other disciplines, institutions, and civil society in the creative process. Students develop as creative personalities capable of facing and shaping future cultural, economic, and social changes.
Show the original English text
The Master's program in Transformation Design focuses on the transformation towards greater sustainability, global justice, and a 'good life' as the central social theme of our time. The program teaches students to reflect on, initiate, and help shape change processes through project-based learning. Sustainability and the future viability of society play a central role and are examined from a design-methodological and theoretical perspective. The program emphasizes processes, connections, and interactions with other disciplines, institutions, and civil society in the creative process. Students develop as creative personalities capable of facing and shaping future cultural, economic, and social changes.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

Related profession searches from Bundesagentur für Arbeit (BERUFENET) data:

Explore all professions →

Subjects / Topic Areas

Transformation Design

Similar Programs

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Transformation Design at Hochschule für Bildende Künste Braunschweig

Is Transformation Design at Hochschule für Bildende Künste Braunschweig 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 Transformation 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 Transformation Design at Hochschule für Bildende Künste Braunschweig?

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 Transformation 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 Bildende Künste Braunschweig — 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.

📬 Get the weekly Germany guide in your inbox

New blog posts, application deadlines, scholarship announcements. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Weekly Germany guide — 1–2 emails/week, no spam.

📬 Weekly Germany guide delivered to your inbox

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.