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Bard College Berlin
Bachelor German + English Arts & Design

BA in Artistic Practice and SocietyArtistic Practice and Society

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Bard College Berlin Berlin · Berlin

About the Program

The BA in Artistic Practice and Society is a four-year undergraduate degree program offering students the opportunity to explore all areas of the practicing arts in the context of a liberal arts education, with a core program in the central works and innovations of the past, and the chance to engage with the most recent and exciting developments in contemporary art. The program centers on the interplay between artistic disciplines and the connections between academic research and artistic practice. Students take courses at foundational and advanced level in the following fields, and investigate the links between them: painting, drawing and sculpture, video, film, creative writing, performance, and theater. Other artistic practices addressed include dance, sound, ceramics and architecture. The program structure consists of a Core Component (48 ECTS), Foundational Arts Component (56 ECTS), Advanced Arts Component (56 ECTS), Elective Component (72 ECTS), Senior Core Colloquium (8 ECTS), and BA Senior Project Module (16 ECTS). The BA prepares graduates for work in all areas of art production and gives them a unique foundation of skills and knowledge for creative endeavors. Students completing the BA will also have a rigorous training in the central methods and approaches of art history, and a knowledge of past forms of art production and their philosophical, cultural, and social determinants.
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The BA in Artistic Practice and Society is a four-year undergraduate degree program offering students the opportunity to explore all areas of the practicing arts in the context of a liberal arts education, with a core program in the central works and innovations of the past, and the chance to engage with the most recent and exciting developments in contemporary art. The program centers on the interplay between artistic disciplines and the connections between academic research and artistic practice. Students take courses at foundational and advanced level in the following fields, and investigate the links between them: painting, drawing and sculpture, video, film, creative writing, performance, and theater. Other artistic practices addressed include dance, sound, ceramics and architecture. The program structure consists of a Core Component (48 ECTS), Foundational Arts Component (56 ECTS), Advanced Arts Component (56 ECTS), Elective Component (72 ECTS), Senior Core Colloquium (8 ECTS), and BA Senior Project Module (16 ECTS). The BA prepares graduates for work in all areas of art production and gives them a unique foundation of skills and knowledge for creative endeavors. Students completing the BA will also have a rigorous training in the central methods and approaches of art history, and a knowledge of past forms of art production and their philosophical, cultural, and social determinants.

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How do I apply to BA in Artistic Practice and Society at Bard College 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.

  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 BA in Artistic Practice and Society at Bard College Berlin

Is BA in Artistic Practice and Society at Bard College Berlin taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the BA in Artistic Practice and Society programme cost? ▼

18.188 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for BA in Artistic Practice and Society at Bard College Berlin? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 BA in Artistic Practice and Society? ▼

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 Bard College 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.

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