Sprachkurs
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Arts & Design
Hessen: ISU Inside Arts – Contemporary Arts and Curatorship – From documenta to BiennaleContemporary Arts and Curatorship – From documenta to Biennale
Language Course
About the Program
The "documenta" in Kassel is one of the most important and well-known modern art exhibitions in the world. Since the beginning in 1953, it has grown continuously and can be experienced not only in museums and art halls but also in many places throughout the city, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors. The arts world is eagerly waiting for the documenta 16 to come in 2027, curated by Guggenheim arts director Naomi Beckwith. The University of Kassel offers interested students and graduates, especially from the areas of Fine Art and Cultural Sciences, the chance to get involved with the theory and practice of documenta and to learn about its history up to now. "Inside Arts" offers insight on how to curate an exhibition of this dimension – from pre-planning to the management of the documenta, including international marketing. We will visit the documenta archive, art galleries, and museums exhibiting documenta art. The course offers an additional trip to Berlin, where you can experience street art, which Berlin is famous for, including the East Side Gallery – the longest remaining part of the Berlin wall painted with graffiti art. If you chose the two-week course, you can continue with a seminar in Venice at the University Ca‘ Foscari on the topic of the "Biennale" art exhibition in Venice.
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 Hessen: ISU Inside Arts – Contemporary Arts and Curatorship – From documenta to Biennale at Universität Kassel?
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 Hessen: ISU Inside Arts – Contemporary Arts and Curatorship – From documenta to Biennale at Universität Kassel
Is Hessen: ISU Inside Arts – Contemporary Arts and Curatorship – From documenta to Biennale at Universität Kassel 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 Hessen: ISU Inside Arts – Contemporary Arts and Curatorship – From documenta to Biennale programme cost? ▼
2.590 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Hessen: ISU Inside Arts – Contemporary Arts and Curatorship – From documenta to Biennale at Universität Kassel? ▼
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 Hessen: ISU Inside Arts – Contemporary Arts and Curatorship – From documenta to Biennale? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Universität Kassel — 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.