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Bachelor German Arts & Design

KommunikationsdesignCommunication Design

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

Communication Design analyzes complex relationships, prepares them in an understandable way, and presents them visually. The program covers both design tasks and technical and strategic competence, encompassing the entire range from print media to electronic media and applications. The curriculum focuses on visual design of content in analog and digital/interactive media, implementation of communication media, concepts and communication strategies, corporate design, book, magazine and poster design, campaign development, packaging design, illustration, web design, game design, interaction design, and more. The program is application-oriented with practical project work that prepares students for professional qualifications.
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Communication Design analyzes complex relationships, prepares them in an understandable way, and presents them visually. The program covers both design tasks and technical and strategic competence, encompassing the entire range from print media to electronic media and applications. The curriculum focuses on visual design of content in analog and digital/interactive media, implementation of communication media, concepts and communication strategies, corporate design, book, magazine and poster design, campaign development, packaging design, illustration, web design, game design, interaction design, and more. The program is application-oriented with practical project work that prepares students for professional qualifications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Kommunikationsdesign at Fachhochschule Dortmund

Is Kommunikationsdesign at Fachhochschule Dortmund taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Kommunikationsdesign 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 Kommunikationsdesign at Fachhochschule Dortmund?

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 Kommunikationsdesign?

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 Fachhochschule Dortmund — 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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