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Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
Master German + English Arts & Design

Media Art and Design, MFA

Master

Bauhaus-Universität Weimar Weimar · Thuringia

About the Program

The practical procedures of Media Art and Design (MAD) are artistic and design-oriented in nature. The special character of this programme lies in the interconnection of auditory, visual, interactive, event-based, and conceptual challenges. The acquisition of artistic and scientific knowledge and the development of innovative media formats are at the centre of the project-based studies. Furthermore, MAD is the only interdisciplinary academic programme at the Faculty of Art and Design that also includes classes of the "Media Studies" and "Computer Studies" programmes of the Faculty of Media. We provide students with the artistic and design-oriented competences necessary for audio-visual design tasks, project planning, and realisation in the area of artistic/design research as well as in professional practice. You will develop professional skills, for example, through interdisciplinary group work or independent studies. The goals of this Master's degree programme are as follows: a) to teach students to independently and thoughtfully apply artistic/design-oriented skills (including creative, analytical/critical, free and applied skills). b) help students obtain a modern, professionally qualifying competence to apply and further research their area of expertise in greater depth. c) to provide students with the skills necessary for completing, presenting, and defending a Master's thesis that can have either a theoretical/reflective or practical, artistic/design-oriented focus. d) to enable students to work as professional artists and/or designers who effectively shape media and their aesthetic as well as production and consumption conditions in daily life.
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The practical procedures of Media Art and Design (MAD) are artistic and design-oriented in nature. The special character of this programme lies in the interconnection of auditory, visual, interactive, event-based, and conceptual challenges. The acquisition of artistic and scientific knowledge and the development of innovative media formats are at the centre of the project-based studies. Furthermore, MAD is the only interdisciplinary academic programme at the Faculty of Art and Design that also includes classes of the "Media Studies" and "Computer Studies" programmes of the Faculty of Media. We provide students with the artistic and design-oriented competences necessary for audio-visual design tasks, project planning, and realisation in the area of artistic/design research as well as in professional practice. You will develop professional skills, for example, through interdisciplinary group work or independent studies. The goals of this Master's degree programme are as follows: a) to teach students to independently and thoughtfully apply artistic/design-oriented skills (including creative, analytical/critical, free and applied skills). b) help students obtain a modern, professionally qualifying competence to apply and further research their area of expertise in greater depth. c) to provide students with the skills necessary for completing, presenting, and defending a Master's thesis that can have either a theoretical/reflective or practical, artistic/design-oriented focus. d) to enable students to work as professional artists and/or designers who effectively shape media and their aesthetic as well as production and consumption conditions in daily life.

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How do I apply to Media Art and Design, MFA at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Media Art and Design, MFA at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar

Is Media Art and Design, MFA at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Media Art and Design, MFA 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 Media Art and Design, MFA at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 Media Art and Design, MFA? ▼

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 Bauhaus-Universität Weimar — 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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