B.A. English 7 Semesters

Design

German International University in Berlin Berlin, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

B.A.

Duration

7 Semesters

Type

Undergraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert mit Auflagen

Until Mar 2032

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

210 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Berlin

Intakes per Year

IELTS

6.5 (or GIU on-campus English test; lower scores may be accepted after overall file evalua...

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Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: EUR 3,715/semester (2025/2026)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: EUR 3,715/semester (2025/2026)

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The B.A. programme in Design is offered by German International University in Berlin, an Universitäten in Berlin, Germany, spanning 7 semesters (210 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert mit Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany guides international students through the complete application process for German universities — including document preparation, language requirements, visa processing, and finding accommodation.

Language Requirements

English — IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 86 (paper-based 560); or pass GIU English language test

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

English is the teaching language for all courses and programmes. Accepted proof: IELTS minimum 6.5, TOEFL minimum 86 points internet-based / 560 paper-based, or the internal GIU English Language Test (45-minute computerised test taken with the GIU Admission Test). Applicants with lower scores may be accepted upon overall evaluation of their file.

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Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

University entrance qualification accepted in Germany (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung); English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 86 or GIU English test).

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Berlin

Subject Groups

Art, Music & Design

Study Fields

Design, Gestaltung

Study Forms

Kooperation gemäß § 20 MRVO Präsenzstudiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. German International University in Berlin welcomes international applicants for its B.A. in Design in Berlin. You will typically need a recognised secondary school certificate (or equivalent), language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 7 semesters (approximately 3.5 years), totalling 210 ECTS credits.

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to German International University in Berlin's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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