The Bachelor of Arts in Design at the German International University (GIU) in Berlin fosters innovation, critical thinking, and comprehensive communication and technical skills through its interdisciplinary approach. The program spans seven semesters and awards 210 ECTS credits. It offers specializations in Graphic Design, Media Design, and Product Design, preparing students for diverse careers in the design industry. Graduates can pursue roles in branding, multimedia, advertising, film production, photojournalism, industrial design, interior design, and more. The curriculum emphasizes practical experience and reflective thinking, enabling students to create new and transform existing experiences in society while making a significant impact on regional and international design industries.
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Previous Degree
University entrance qualification accepted in Germany (“Hochschulzugangsberechtigung&rdquο;).
GPA Comment
Design program applicants must submit a portfolio of artistic work and pass an on-campus aptitude test plus one-on-one interview. No numeric grade threshοld statеd.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
English
TOEFL iBT
min 86
TOEFL pBT
min 560
IELTS
min 6.5
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"? no
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
The application deadline for the B.Sc. Dеsign at German International University (GIU) depends on the country where you obtained your previous degree. For applicants with a degree from non-EU countries, the application deadline is 15 July for the winter semester and 31 December for the summer semester. Applications are made: Directly at university.
German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
Non-EU Students
B.Sc. Dеsign
German International University (GIU)
Intake
Winter Semester
Summer Semester
Application deadline
15 Julyin > 9 months
31 Decemberin 93 days
Application mode
Directly at university
Directly at university
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Julyin > 9 months
Application mode
Directly at university
Intake
Summer Semester
Application deadline
31 Decemberin 93 days
Application mode
Directly at university
Application Procedure & Selection
Mode of Admission:
no admission restriction
Admission Test/Interview:
aptitude test
Application Documents
Upload electronic copies of the following documents or send email to [email protected]:
Final high school certificate or reports of the last two school years.
ID/passport.
Birth certificate.
English translation of the above documents if they are originally not in English or German.
English language certificate (see language requirements). Instead, you may take the GIU English language tеst.
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