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Hochschule RheinMain
Bachelor German Arts & Design

Arts - Communication DesignCommunication Design

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Hochschule RheinMain Regierungsbezirk Darmstadt · Hesse Location: Wiesbaden

About the Program

Our society thrives on communication. Communication is everywhere. All around us, all kinds of messages are created that need to be delivered to the appropriate target groups. That's where communications designers come in. They use creativity and design skills and draw on strategic, conceptional, and technological capabilities to ensure the different messages reach exactly the right places. Their role is to make sure the messages are received positively and are memorable. Communication Design students learn and refine all of the skills that are needed for this role. The degree program prepares students for the workforce – equipping them with what they need to find the right answers to the design challenges of our time, across all types of media. The program is structured into: Program sections A + B (two semesters of fundamental principles), Program section C (four semesters of project-based learning), and On-the-job training/internship (one semester). Students work on campaigns, animations, movies, spatial installations, exhibitions, and other projects while also attending complementary production and theory courses.
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Our society thrives on communication. Communication is everywhere. All around us, all kinds of messages are created that need to be delivered to the appropriate target groups. That's where communications designers come in. They use creativity and design skills and draw on strategic, conceptional, and technological capabilities to ensure the different messages reach exactly the right places. Their role is to make sure the messages are received positively and are memorable. Communication Design students learn and refine all of the skills that are needed for this role. The degree program prepares students for the workforce – equipping them with what they need to find the right answers to the design challenges of our time, across all types of media. The program is structured into: Program sections A + B (two semesters of fundamental principles), Program section C (four semesters of project-based learning), and On-the-job training/internship (one semester). Students work on campaigns, animations, movies, spatial installations, exhibitions, and other projects while also attending complementary production and theory courses.

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)

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Communication Design

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How do I apply to Arts - Communication Design at Hochschule RheinMain?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Arts - Communication Design at Hochschule RheinMain

Is Arts - Communication Design at Hochschule RheinMain 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 - Communication Design 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 - Communication Design at Hochschule RheinMain? ▼

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 - Communication Design? ▼

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 Hochschule RheinMain — 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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