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Legal Seminar for Communication Designers

Muthesius Kunsthochschule Kiel · Schleswig-Holstein

About the Program

This seminar is specifically designed for communication designers in relation to their clients. It primarily focuses on contract law: What to consider during initial client contact, how to determine pricing and justify fee requirements, how to formulate cost estimates, what to consider for sample designs/illustrations, how to contractually define the scope of work (conception, drafts, correction stages, deadlines, etc.). The seminar also covers what graphic designers should consider for book publications, which clauses from standard contracts should be deleted, accepted, or renegotiated, which rights can be transferred and which should be retained (usage rights, copyright), VG Bild and VG Wort, tax deductibility of workplaces, practical application of income and sales tax, and copyright issues. The seminar takes place on Saturday, November 8 and Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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Quick Facts

University: Muthesius Kunsthochschule
City / State: Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein
Degree: Unknown
Language of Instruction: German

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How do I apply to Legal Seminar for Communication Designers at Muthesius Kunsthochschule?

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 Legal Seminar for Communication Designers at Muthesius Kunsthochschule

Is Legal Seminar for Communication Designers at Muthesius Kunsthochschule taught in German or English? ▼

This Unknown 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 Legal Seminar for Communication Designers 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 Legal Seminar for Communication Designers at Muthesius Kunsthochschule? ▼

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 Legal Seminar for Communication Designers? ▼

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 Muthesius Kunsthochschule — 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.