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Folkwang University of the Arts
The Folkwang University of the Arts (Folkwang Universität der Künste) is a prestigious public arts university based in Essen, Germany, with additional campuses in the cities of Bochum, Duisburg and Dortmund. Founded in 1927, it is one of the oldest and most respected institutions of art education in Germany.
It is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach, bringing together disciplines such as music, theatre, dance, design and science under one roof. This unique educational concept, known as the "Folkwang idea", encourages collaboration and exchange between different art forms.
With around 1,600 students Folkwang University of the Arts offers a diverse and vibrant learning environment. The university's main campus is located in the Werden district of Essen, in a historic former Benedictine abbey.
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Type University (public)
of international students 37%
No. of students (2026) 1,639
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Contact Info
Klemensborn 39
45239 Essen
Phone: +49_(0)201_4903-0 
Email: [email protected] 
Website: folkwang-uni.de 
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Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually. 
Numerus Clausus (Admission Restriction)
For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).
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