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Study Design in Germany: 30 Universities with 56 English Degree Programs
All important info for international students in Germany (2021/2022)
There is a broad choice of Master’s programs available in Germany for students looking to study Design in Germany in English. Whether you are interested in the role of design in technology or automotive industry, in design of urban spaces, of games or communication, in creative industries such as interior design, or interested in fashion or jewelry, you are certain to find an excellent choice for yourself in Germany. Many of the programs are interdisciplinary and combine artistic elements with engineering, management training, or anthropology and cultural studies.
Moreover, many of these programs have a strong focus on training their students to be able to work in international business settings upon their graduation and you will find that many programs are structured around teaching the skills needed for professional life, including field trips and work with business partners.
There are some universities that may be of special interest to students interested in Design, such as the Wismar University of Applied Sciences, the Design Academy of Berlin or the Bauhaus University of Weimar - yes THAT Bauhaus! Take your time and browse all your options in our Study Finder.
Overview
Study Programs in English
Universities
Universities in International Rankings
Minimum:
0,- € (17 programs for EU citizens, 15 programs for Non-EU)
Maximum:
7,223 € per semester (1 program for EU citizens/Non-EU)
Winter Semester
between April 30 and April 15
Summer Semester
between April 30 and March 30
Top-ranked German Universities in Design

public University
No. of Students: approx.35,000 students
Program Fees: 1,800 € (per semester)
Tuition fees
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester 2020/2021
Summer Semester 2021
45 Programs
3 Programs
Application Requirements
The degree requirements to be fulfilled for a Master’ degree in Design vary broadly, since the programs are often interdisciplinary and accept applicants with backgrounds in Anthropology, Business, Engineering, Communication and of course artistic subjects such as Architecture, Arts, Design or Theatre. Furthermore, students need to fulfill the language requirements (usually a sufficient level of English [B2]) and need to hand in other standard documents such as a CV or a letter of motivation. Some programs are looking to only recruit people who can illustrate their artistic talent by handing in a portfolio of their previous works or show that they acquired relevant work experience. Check the websites’ of the programs that interest you to find more information.
Application Modes
Application Modes
Application Process
Application Process
Language Requirements
IELTS Band
TOEFL Scores
Cambridge Levels
5 (2 programs)
59 (1 program)
B2 First (FCE) (10 programs)
7.5 (1 program)
100 (1 program)
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (5 programs)
IELTS Band
5 (2 programs)
7.5 (1 program)
TOEFL Scores
59 (1 program)
100 (1 program)
Cambridge Levels
B2 First (FCE) (10 programs)
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (5 programs)
Program Features
2-7 semesters
Duration→ View all programs with online courses
Online CoursesMaster of Arts
Master of Engineering
Master of Fine Arts
Master of Science
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Winter intake
58.9%Summer intake
5.4%Winter & Summer intake
35.7%List of all German Universities offering English-taught Study Programs in Design

Program Fees: 4,170 € - 4,350 €
M.A. (Master of Arts)
B.A. (Bachelor of Arts)

Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
Program Fees: 800 € - 1,250 €
M.A. (Master of Arts)
MBA (Master of Business Administration)
M.Sc. (Master of Science)

Augsburg University of Applied Sciences
Program Fees: 0,- €
M.A. (Master of Arts)
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science)

Program Fees: 0,- €
M.F.A. (Master of Fine Arts)
M.Sc. (Master of Science)

bbw University of Applied Sciences
Program Fees: 3,270 €
M.A. (Master of Arts)
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
B.Eng. (Bachelor of Engineering)
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science)
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