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Study Design in Germany: 40 Universities with 77 English Degree Programs
All important info for international students in Germany (2023/2024)
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 (20 programs for EU citizens, 18 programs for Non-EU citizens)
Maximum:
€ 16,680 per semester (1 program for EU citizens/Non-EU)
Winter Semester
between January 15 and September 15
Summer Semester
between March 30 and September 15
Top-ranked German Universities in Design

private (state-approved) University of Applied Sciences
No. of Students: approx. 100,000 students
Program Fees: € 3,498 (per semester)

public University
No. of Students: approx. 3,700 students
Program Fees: € 0 (per semester)

public University
No. of Students: approx. 36,000 students
Program Fees: € 1,800 (per semester)
Tuition Fees
3 English Degree Programs for Design in Germany

Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
Frankfurt am Main
Urban Agglomеratiοns
(overall)

Macromedia University of Applied Sciences
Munich / Berlin
Design Managеmеnt
(per semester)

Hochschule für Technik Stuttgart - University of Applied Sciences
Stuttgart
Smart City Solutions [with double degree MBA optiοn in thе UK]
(per semester)
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester 2024/2025
Summer Semester 2024
Winter Semester 2025/2026
58 programs
25 programs
71 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.
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3 English Degree Programs for Design in Germany

Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences
Dieburg / Darmstadt
Expanded Rеalitiеs
(per semester)


ifs Internationale Filmschule Köln / TH Köln - Cologne University of Applied Sciences
Cologne
Digital Narratiνеs
(per semester)

Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
Bernburg (Saale)
Landscape Architeсturе
(per semester)
Language Requirements
IELTS Band
TOEFL Scores
Cambridge Levels
5 (2 programs )
71 (2 programs )
B2 First (FCE) (12 programs )
7.5 (1 program )
100 (2 programs )
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (2 programs )
IELTS Band
5 (2 programs )
7.5 (1 program )
TOEFL Scores
71 (2 programs )
100 (2 programs )
Cambridge Levels
B2 First (FCE) (12 programs )
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (2 programs )
3 English Degree Programs for Design in Germany

Hochschule Niederrhein - University of Applied Sciences
Mönchengladbach
Textile and Clothing Managеmеnt
(per semester)

University of Europe for Applied Sciences
Potsdam / Iserlohn
Visual & Experiencе Dеsign
€ 5469 - € 6500
€ 4182 / € 4648.65
(per semester)


AMD Academy Fashion & Design
Hochschule Fresenius - University of Applied Sciences · Berlin
Fashiοn Dеsign
(per semester)
Program Features
2-7 semesters
Duration→ View all programs with online courses
Online CoursesMaster of Arts
Master of Business Administration
Master of Engineering
Master of Fine Arts
Master of Science
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Winter intake
55.8%Summer intake
2.6%Winter & Summer intake
39%List of all German Universities offering English-taught Study Programs in Design

Program Fees: € 4,500 - € 5,190
B.A. (Bachelor of Arts)
M.A. (Master of Arts)

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

Augsburg University of Applied Sciences
Program Fees: € 0
M.A. (Master of Arts)

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

Berlin International University of Applied Sciences
Program Fees: € 4,470 - € 5,550
B.A. (Bachelor of Arts)
M.A. (Master of Arts)
MBA (Master of Business Administration)
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