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Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart
Master English Arts & Design

Experimental Documentary Practice

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master of Arts program focuses on documentary, journalistic, and experimental projects using photography, video, audio recordings, and illustration. These media are techniques and practices that phenomenologically explore and create relationships with the world. The program offers students to create projects situated between the broad contexts of 'experimental world building' and 'experimental documentary practice'. Representation is central to debates on power and visibility in media, art, and politics. The program is interdisciplinary and seeks to support students in improving their specific technical skills and developing their own artistic voice. Areas of focus include Photography, Film, Graphic Design, Illustration, 3D/Interaction/Games, Media Art/Digital Folklore, and Artistic Research.
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The Master of Arts program focuses on documentary, journalistic, and experimental projects using photography, video, audio recordings, and illustration. These media are techniques and practices that phenomenologically explore and create relationships with the world. The program offers students to create projects situated between the broad contexts of 'experimental world building' and 'experimental documentary practice'. Representation is central to debates on power and visibility in media, art, and politics. The program is interdisciplinary and seeks to support students in improving their specific technical skills and developing their own artistic voice. Areas of focus include Photography, Film, Graphic Design, Illustration, 3D/Interaction/Games, Media Art/Digital Folklore, and Artistic Research.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Experimental Documentary Practice at Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart

Is Experimental Documentary Practice at Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart taught in German or English?

This Master 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 Experimental Documentary Practice programme cost?

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

What are the admission requirements for Experimental Documentary Practice at Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart?

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 Experimental Documentary Practice?

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 Merz Akademie Hochschule für Gestaltung, Kunst und Medien, Stuttgart — 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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