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Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln
Master German + English Social Sciences

Transversale Ästhetik

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln Cologne · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

Transversale Ästhetik (Transversal Aesthetics) deals with forms of art and study that evade established social structures while critically questioning the individual and institution. It builds on the foundation laid by American scholar Cedric Robinson (1940-2016) with what he called the black radical tradition - a 400-year-old tradition that understands aesthetics as the basis for a resistant life. Confronted with the cruelties of racist capitalism, it develops art forms that meet this system transversally, running across its power structures. The focus is on differences that are lived in communal and collaborative action. Transversal Aesthetics takes up these qualities and makes them fruitful for critical study practice.
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Transversale Ästhetik (Transversal Aesthetics) deals with forms of art and study that evade established social structures while critically questioning the individual and institution. It builds on the foundation laid by American scholar Cedric Robinson (1940-2016) with what he called the black radical tradition - a 400-year-old tradition that understands aesthetics as the basis for a resistant life. Confronted with the cruelties of racist capitalism, it develops art forms that meet this system transversally, running across its power structures. The focus is on differences that are lived in communal and collaborative action. Transversal Aesthetics takes up these qualities and makes them fruitful for critical study practice.

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How do I apply to Transversale Ästhetik at Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln?

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 Transversale Ästhetik at Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln

Is Transversale Ästhetik at Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the Transversale Ästhetik programme cost? ▼

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

What are the admission requirements for Transversale Ästhetik at Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 Transversale Ästhetik? ▼

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 Kunsthochschule für Medien Köln — 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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