The Art and Visual History Master's program aims to deeply examine the historical, theoretical, and methodological aspects of artworks and visual culture. This program develops your skills in analyzing the social, cultural, and political contexts of visual media and art.
Offered in Berlin by the Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, this Master of Arts (M.A.) program lasts 4 semesters. The language of instruction is German and it is aimed at students with a Bachelor's degree in art history, visual culture, or related fields.
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Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
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The Art and Visual History Master's program aims to deeply examine the historical, theoretical, and methodological aspects of artworks and visual culture. This program develops your skills in analyzing the social, cultural, and political contexts of visual media and art.
Offered in Berlin by the Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, this Master of Arts (M.A.) program lasts 4 semesters. The language of instruction is German and it is aimed at students with a Bachelor's degree in art history, visual culture, or related fields.
Offered in Berlin by the Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, this Master of Arts (M.A.) program lasts 4 semesters. The language of instruction is German and it is aimed at students with a Bachelor's degree in art history, visual culture, or related fields.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
Language
German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Art and Visual History at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Art and Visual History at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Is Art and Visual History at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Art and Visual History programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Art and Visual History at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Art and Visual History? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.