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Universität Erfurt
Bachelor German Arts & Design

Arts

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The study of art consists of the following areas: artistic practice, art history/art theory, art education and mediation. These make it possible to test, analyse and communicate aesthetic-artistic forms of perception, thinking and expression from different perspectives. In artistic practice, students acquire creative and reflective skills, develop their own ideas and concepts and implement them with different artistic techniques. In art history, fundamental methods of interpretation and essential art epochs are presented in a coherent manner. Students get to know the stylistic and iconographic characteristics of the art epochs and periods and discover the intellectual and social historical background. The area of art education and art mediation provides an insight into the connections between art and education with reference to different professional fields.
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The study of art consists of the following areas: artistic practice, art history/art theory, art education and mediation. These make it possible to test, analyse and communicate aesthetic-artistic forms of perception, thinking and expression from different perspectives. In artistic practice, students acquire creative and reflective skills, develop their own ideas and concepts and implement them with different artistic techniques. In art history, fundamental methods of interpretation and essential art epochs are presented in a coherent manner. Students get to know the stylistic and iconographic characteristics of the art epochs and periods and discover the intellectual and social historical background. The area of art education and art mediation provides an insight into the connections between art and education with reference to different professional 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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Arts at Universität Erfurt

Is Arts at Universität Erfurt taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Arts 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 Arts at Universität Erfurt?

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 Arts?

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 Universität Erfurt — 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.

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