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Key Facts
Degree
M.A.
Duration
4 Semesters
Type
Postgraduate
Accreditation
Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen
Until Sep 2031
uni-assist
Required
Language
Deutsch
Campus
Hamburg (Lerchenfeld / Wartenau / Finkenau)
Intakes per Year
1
German Requirement
Depends on the programme. For the Bachelor of Fine Arts, international applicants must pro...
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Tuition & Fees
EU / EEA Students
- tuition:
- keine Studiengebühren (~€330/sem Semesterticket)
Non-EU / International
- tuition:
- keine Studiengebühren (~€330/sem Semesterticket)
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Hochschule für Bildende Künste Hamburg, a Kunst- und Musikhochschulen in Hamburg, Germany offers an M.A. in Film, with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). The teaching language is Deutsch; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. International applicants apply through uni-assist. GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.
Language Requirements
German — Deutschkenntnisse empfohlen (mind. B2)
Entry Requirements
English Proficiency
No IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Cambridge/Duolingo requirement is published. HFBK Hamburg's Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts programmes are taught in German; the official site does not list an English-taught degree track or an English-language test requirement for admission.
German Language
Depends on the programme. For the Bachelor of Fine Arts, international applicants must prove German proficiency via one of: TestDaF with a minimum of TDN 4 in all sections, DSH with an overall result of at least DSH-2, or attendance certificates for German courses (per the Common European Framework) up to and including level A2 (approx. 360 teaching hours) -- applicants who only reach A2 must continue German coursework (at least half a proficiency level) in their first two semesters and submit proof to the Student Affairs Office. For the Master of Fine Arts, proof of German is NOT required for admission, though the university strongly recommends German knowledge to follow seminars, lectures and workshops.
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.
Entrance Tests & Assessments
- B.F.A. oder gleichwertiger Erstabschluss in Film oder verwandtem künstlerischen Feld. Bewerbungsmappe (Portfolio) und Eignungsprüfung (aptitude test) erforderlich. Bewerbungszeitraum: Februar bis Anfang März. Deutschkenntnisse erwünscht (mind. B2 empfohlen). Ausländische Bewerber*innen benötigen eine Zulassung über uni-assist.
Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Hochschule für Bildende Künste Hamburg welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Film in Hamburg. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.
The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years).
The teaching language is Deutsch. Check the programme's admission page for specific language certificate requirements.
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.
International applicants apply through uni-assist (the central application platform for German universities). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.
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