Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart

No, these are two different institutions. The Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart is an art academy focused on art, design, and architecture. Universität Stuttgart, on the other hand, is a general university offering a wide range of programs in fields like engineering, natural sciences, and humanities. While often confused by students, their application processes and admission requirements are entirely distinct.

Admission processes for art academies differ from traditional universities. While your GPA and language certificate (A2 is usually not enough; at least B2 or C1 is typically required) are important, the most decisive factors are the aptitude test (Mappenprüfung) and portfolio (Mappe) submission. Applicants are expected to demonstrate their artistic talent and creativity through these. For detailed information, you should definitely check the official website's application guide.

No, a language course admission (Sprachkurszulassung) and university admission (Studienplatzzulassung) are different. Language course admission can help you get a visa to study German in Germany, but it's not enough to directly enroll in a university program. To apply to the university, you need to meet all the requirements for the specific program (language level, portfolio, aptitude test, etc.) and receive a separate admission.

Processing times at Stuttgart's foreign office (Ausländerbehörde) can vary depending on their workload. Scheduling an appointment and preparing documents for a guarantor certificate (Verpflichtungserklärung) or other residence permit (Aufenthaltserlaubnis) procedures can take time. It usually takes a few weeks, but this period can extend, especially at the start of semesters. Booking your appointment early and having all documents ready will speed up the process. While emailing is generally fine, official applications usually prefer online appointment systems or postal mail.

This situation falls under a family reunification visa (Familiennachzug). For your daughter to come to Germany, you must have your worker's visa and residence permit. For university application after high school, your daughter's high school diploma needs to be recognized in Germany (denklik), and she must meet German language proficiency requirements (typically B2 or C1 level). It's important to check the relevant sections on the AlmanyaUni website and the official university websites for detailed information on admission requirements and application processes for German universities. Art academies might also have specific requirements like a portfolio and aptitude test.

In major cities like Stuttgart and Karlsruhe, you'll find many language course options. Popular choices include the Goethe-Institut, VHS (Volkshochschule – adult education centers), or private language schools (e.g., inlingua, Berlitz). Course intensity, prices, and levels vary. You can follow other students' experiences and recommendations in AlmanyaUni forums and Telegram groups, and also check the institutions' websites for current information and registration dates.