About the Program
Theory and History is one of the departments at the weißensee academy of art berlin. The academy offers various programs including design departments (Fashion Design, Product Design, Textile and Surface Design & Visual Communication) with 8-semester Bachelor's degrees (240 CP) and 2-year Master's degrees (120 CP), as well as Fine Arts programs (Painting, Sculpture, and Stage and Costume Design) with a standard study period of ten semesters leading to a diploma (300CP). All undergraduate degree programmes start with a one-year artistic and creative foundation course. The academy also offers two fee-based Master's programmes: Master of Spatial Strategies (4 semesters) and Master of Art Therapy (6 semesters). The entire degree course has a modular structure, with modules and contents detailed in the study handbook. The degree is split into two course segments: the first four semesters teach basic subject knowledge and methods, ending with an interim examination, while the second segment builds on this knowledge with greater depth and elective modules that promote interdisciplinarity. After completing all required examinations, students in Design departments receive a Bachelor of Arts degree, while Fine Arts students receive a Graduation Certificate from the Berlin-Weißensee Academy of Arts.
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Theory and History is one of the departments at the weißensee academy of art berlin. The academy offers various programs including design departments (Fashion Design, Product Design, Textile and Surface Design & Visual Communication) with 8-semester Bachelor's degrees (240 CP) and 2-year Master's degrees (120 CP), as well as Fine Arts programs (Painting, Sculpture, and Stage and Costume Design) with a standard study period of ten semesters leading to a diploma (300CP). All undergraduate degree programmes start with a one-year artistic and creative foundation course. The academy also offers two fee-based Master's programmes: Master of Spatial Strategies (4 semesters) and Master of Art Therapy (6 semesters). The entire degree course has a modular structure, with modules and contents detailed in the study handbook. The degree is split into two course segments: the first four semesters teach basic subject knowledge and methods, ending with an interim examination, while the second segment builds on this knowledge with greater depth and elective modules that promote interdisciplinarity. After completing all required examinations, students in Design departments receive a Bachelor of Arts degree, while Fine Arts students receive a Graduation Certificate from the Berlin-Weißensee Academy of Arts.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).
Language
German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Theory and History at Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weißensee?
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 Theory and History at Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weißensee
Is Theory and History at Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weißensee 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 Theory and 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 Theory and History at Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weißensee? ▼
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 Theory and 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 Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weißensee — 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.