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Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“
Master German Arts & Design

FILM HERITAGE MAFilm Heritage

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Film Heritage M.A. program is an integrative and interdisciplinary degree program dealing with the global audiovisual heritage and, in particular, film as a key medium of the 20th century and an important basis of today's digital media culture. The collaboration with Filmmuseum Potsdam, the university's artistic and practical degree programs as well as numerous Berlin-Brandenburg-based institutions preserving film culture ensures that practice is added to the theoretical parts of the program. The program prepares specialists who review, archive, re-contextualize, and deal with films that potentially belong to the global film heritage, who make them available to the public, and who ensure the transfer of knowledge about them.
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The Film Heritage M.A. program is an integrative and interdisciplinary degree program dealing with the global audiovisual heritage and, in particular, film as a key medium of the 20th century and an important basis of today's digital media culture. The collaboration with Filmmuseum Potsdam, the university's artistic and practical degree programs as well as numerous Berlin-Brandenburg-based institutions preserving film culture ensures that practice is added to the theoretical parts of the program. The program prepares specialists who review, archive, re-contextualize, and deal with films that potentially belong to the global film heritage, who make them available to the public, and who ensure the transfer of knowledge about them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about FILM HERITAGE MA at Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“

Is FILM HERITAGE MA at Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“ 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 FILM HERITAGE MA 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 FILM HERITAGE MA at Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“?

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 FILM HERITAGE MA?

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 Filmuniversität Babelsberg „Konrad Wolf“ — 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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