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Philipps-Universität Marburg
Master German Arts & Design

Concepts of Fine Arts

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Philipps-Universität Marburg Marburg · Hesse

About the Program

The master's program "Concepts of Fine Arts" deepens and broadens students' artistic and scientific knowledge and skills. The program serves to manifest a design esthetic and to develop an artistic approach, as well as to advance manual artistic and technical skills. The program combines major topic-minor topic master methods and concepts of the Fine Arts with the study of an elective science. By linking the Fine Arts, in the major topic, with a science, in the minor topic, students are given the opportunity to develop specific perspectives for intermedial and interdisciplinary research projects. Students receive a degree qualifying them for the realization and reflection of artistic concepts and scientific contexts. Furthermore, they are qualified to solve design tasks in connection with communications and publication projects. The master's program opens up a variety of professional prospects for artistic, scientific, educational, social and economic responsibilities in museums, galleries, archives, auction houses, agencies, extracurricular educational institutions, publishing houses and broadcasting companies. The program qualifies for professional independence and for management roles. The Master of Arts degree enables access to higher civil service and to a doctorate in the scientific minor topic.
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The master's program "Concepts of Fine Arts" deepens and broadens students' artistic and scientific knowledge and skills. The program serves to manifest a design esthetic and to develop an artistic approach, as well as to advance manual artistic and technical skills. The program combines major topic-minor topic master methods and concepts of the Fine Arts with the study of an elective science. By linking the Fine Arts, in the major topic, with a science, in the minor topic, students are given the opportunity to develop specific perspectives for intermedial and interdisciplinary research projects. Students receive a degree qualifying them for the realization and reflection of artistic concepts and scientific contexts. Furthermore, they are qualified to solve design tasks in connection with communications and publication projects. The master's program opens up a variety of professional prospects for artistic, scientific, educational, social and economic responsibilities in museums, galleries, archives, auction houses, agencies, extracurricular educational institutions, publishing houses and broadcasting companies. The program qualifies for professional independence and for management roles. The Master of Arts degree enables access to higher civil service and to a doctorate in the scientific minor topic.

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How do I apply to Concepts of Fine Arts at Philipps-Universität Marburg?

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 Concepts of Fine Arts at Philipps-Universität Marburg

Is Concepts of Fine Arts at Philipps-Universität Marburg 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 Concepts of Fine 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 Concepts of Fine Arts at Philipps-Universität Marburg? ▼

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 Concepts of Fine 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 Philipps-Universität Marburg — 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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