Sprachkurs
English
Arts & Design
Berlin Architecture, Culture and City Marketing, 1750 – Present
Language Course
About the Program
Please visit our website (www.fubis.org) for an overview of all courses offered and for possible updates to the course programme. About this course This course seeks to examine the meaning and significance of “architecture” in one of the most historically significant cities of Europe. Berlin has been subject to many waves of renewal – some gradual, some democratic and some totalitarian – all leaving their marks on its buildings. While we may notice or like the appearance of particular buildings we encounter daily or as tourists, their size often gives the impression that they have always been there. Still, these buildings are the culmination of many individual, social and communal decisions. Each building reflects the prevailing ideas of the time in which it was built. Therefore, the course will include formal and stylistic analysis of the architecture, while also focusing on the historical, ideological and individual context of the works through the prism of the following question: what message was this building meant to convey? From this perspective, the course provides a broad overview of the development of public and private architecture in Berlin during the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. Several walking tours to historically significant buildings and sites are included, such as Unter den Linden, Gendarmenmarkt, Potsdamer Platz, Holocaust Memorial, Humboldt-Forum, etc. The course aims to provide a deeper understanding of the interdependence between Berlin’s architecture and the city’s social and political structures throughout its historical development. It views Berlin as a paradigmatic example of the pathways and complexities of a European capital in modern times.
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Please visit our website (www.fubis.org) for an overview of all courses offered and for possible updates to the course programme. About this course This course seeks to examine the meaning and significance of “architecture” in one of the most historically significant cities of Europe. Berlin has been subject to many waves of renewal – some gradual, some democratic and some totalitarian – all leaving their marks on its buildings. While we may notice or like the appearance of particular buildings we encounter daily or as tourists, their size often gives the impression that they have always been there. Still, these buildings are the culmination of many individual, social and communal decisions. Each building reflects the prevailing ideas of the time in which it was built. Therefore, the course will include formal and stylistic analysis of the architecture, while also focusing on the historical, ideological and individual context of the works through the prism of the following question: what message was this building meant to convey? From this perspective, the course provides a broad overview of the development of public and private architecture in Berlin during the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. Several walking tours to historically significant buildings and sites are included, such as Unter den Linden, Gendarmenmarkt, Potsdamer Platz, Holocaust Memorial, Humboldt-Forum, etc. The course aims to provide a deeper understanding of the interdependence between Berlin’s architecture and the city’s social and political structures throughout its historical development. It views Berlin as a paradigmatic example of the pathways and complexities of a European capital in modern times.
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
English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.
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 Berlin Architecture, Culture and City Marketing, 1750 – Present at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien?
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 Berlin Architecture, Culture and City Marketing, 1750 – Present at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien
Is Berlin Architecture, Culture and City Marketing, 1750 – Present at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien taught in German or English? ▼
This Sprachkurs programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Berlin Architecture, Culture and City Marketing, 1750 – Present programme cost? ▼
1.300 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Berlin Architecture, Culture and City Marketing, 1750 – Present at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (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 Berlin Architecture, Culture and City Marketing, 1750 – Present? ▼
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 Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien — 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.