Bachelor
German + English
Arts & Design
Painting/Drawing
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
About the Program
At the HFBK Hamburg, Fine Art is intentionally not divided up into study subjects or into the classic disciplines – all students study the single subject "Fine Arts", on equal terms. Within this single subject, there are 8 study areas with corresponding professorships. The Bachelor study programme begins with a one-year orientation phase. During this, students are intensively supervised in basic classes. Afterwards, students increasingly pursue their own artistic interests and individual projects. The focus of all studies is on students' own artistic work. The HFBK Hamburg's interdisciplinary study structure allows students to study in a particularly free way. The taught content is not arranged in rigid course structures, and this allows students to pose new questions and to develop new, innovative solutions. Studies centre on self-determined explorations of art and project-based and experimental ways of working.
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At the HFBK Hamburg, Fine Art is intentionally not divided up into study subjects or into the classic disciplines – all students study the single subject "Fine Arts", on equal terms. Within this single subject, there are 8 study areas with corresponding professorships. The Bachelor study programme begins with a one-year orientation phase. During this, students are intensively supervised in basic classes. Afterwards, students increasingly pursue their own artistic interests and individual projects. The focus of all studies is on students' own artistic work. The HFBK Hamburg's interdisciplinary study structure allows students to study in a particularly free way. The taught content is not arranged in rigid course structures, and this allows students to pose new questions and to develop new, innovative solutions. Studies centre on self-determined explorations of art and project-based and experimental ways of working.
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How do I apply to Painting/Drawing at Hochschule für bildende Künste Hamburg?
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 Painting/Drawing at Hochschule für bildende Künste Hamburg
Is Painting/Drawing at Hochschule für bildende Künste Hamburg taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor 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 Painting/Drawing 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 Painting/Drawing at Hochschule für bildende Künste Hamburg? ▼
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 Painting/Drawing? ▼
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 Hochschule für bildende Künste Hamburg — 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.