Hochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd: admission-restricted Master programs

Hochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd: Master Programs with Admission Restriction — Numerus Clausus/NC (2026/27)

Hochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd: Master Programs with NC

The Hochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd, officially known as the University of Applied Design Schwäbisch Gmünd, is a public university of applied sciences founded in 1907. With over 700 students, it is one of the leading design universities in Germany. The university's campus is situated in the historic town of Schwäbisch Gmünd, in the heart of the city. Surrounded by picturesque half-timbered houses and mediaeval architecture, it offers a unique and inspiring environment for aspiring designers.

The university's academic programmes focus exclusively on design disciplines, offering Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Communication Design, Product Design, Interaction Design and Digital Product Design and Development.

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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).