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Universität Siegen
Bachelor German Arts & Design

Supplementary Subject Art History

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Universität Siegen Siegen · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

Art history may sound old-fashioned, but it's not. After all, the subject has long since ceased to deal solely with the "Old Masters". Today, art history sees itself as part of an interdisciplinary visual science that takes into account the importance of the visual in our world. The visual world of the media is therefore now just as much a part of the subject area as popular culture and the varieties of international contemporary art. The supplementary subject aims to profitably combine the traditional content of the subject with contemporary perspectives. It aims to impart knowledge of the epochs, genres and styles of Western art and to encourage students to independently analyze aesthetic phenomena. Basic skills in the field of visuality and visual history are taught. The basic training in art history covers the period from antiquity through the Middle Ages and modern times to modernity and the present.
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Art history may sound old-fashioned, but it's not. After all, the subject has long since ceased to deal solely with the "Old Masters". Today, art history sees itself as part of an interdisciplinary visual science that takes into account the importance of the visual in our world. The visual world of the media is therefore now just as much a part of the subject area as popular culture and the varieties of international contemporary art. The supplementary subject aims to profitably combine the traditional content of the subject with contemporary perspectives. It aims to impart knowledge of the epochs, genres and styles of Western art and to encourage students to independently analyze aesthetic phenomena. Basic skills in the field of visuality and visual history are taught. The basic training in art history covers the period from antiquity through the Middle Ages and modern times to modernity and the present.

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How do I apply to Supplementary Subject Art History at Universität Siegen?

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 Supplementary Subject Art History at Universität Siegen

Is Supplementary Subject Art History at Universität Siegen 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 Supplementary Subject Art History 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 Supplementary Subject Art History at Universität Siegen? ▼

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 Supplementary Subject Art History? ▼

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 Universität Siegen — 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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