M.A. German 6 Semesters

Kommunikationsdesign

Folkwang Universität der Künste Essen, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2026

uni-assist

Not Required

Language

German

Campus

Essen

Intake

Winter

Application deadline March 15; 2026 exam dates May 21-22; 8 semesters full-time; 240 ECTS

German Requirement

C1 German (if not from German school) or established Hochschulreife

Entrance Test

Folkwang Eignungsprüfung (artistic aptitude exam)

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Folkwang Universität der Künste

Kunst- und Musikhochschulen · Nordrhein-Westfalen

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (public university)
semesterbeitrag:: ~€320/semester

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None (public university)
semesterbeitrag:: ~€320/semester

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Folkwang Universität der Künste, a Kunst- und Musikhochschulen in Essen, Germany offers an M.A. in Kommunikationsdesign, with a standard duration of 6 semesters (approximately 3 years). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). 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 — DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4 or equivalent C1

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

No published IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Cambridge/Duolingo minimum scores were found on the official site. Almost all Folkwang programmes are German-taught. The one exception found is the M.A. Design Futures programme, which offers an English-language track requiring "proof of English proficiency" by enrolment, but the official international-applicants page does not name a specific test or minimum score for it.

German Language

C1 German (if not from German school) or established Hochschulreife

Entrance Test

Folkwang Eignungsprüfung (artistic aptitude exam)

Verified from the university's official page

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

Hochschulreife (general university entrance qualification) required
High artistic talent can substitute for Hochschulreife if applicant has Mittlere Schulabschluss

Entrance Tests & Assessments

Folkwang Eignungsprüfung (artistic aptitude exam) - two stage process

Required Documents

Portfolio required: minimum 20 self-created artistic/design works (PDF, max 100MB)
CV (Lebenslauf), motivation letter (Motivationsschreiben), and house assignment required
Stage 1: portfolio/motivation/assignment evaluated; Stage 2: 15-minute interview

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

Locations

Essen

Subject Groups

Art, Music & Design Media & Communication

Study Fields

Design, Gestaltung Kommunikationsdesign Mediendesign

Study Forms

Teilzeit Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Folkwang Universität der Künste welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Kommunikationsdesign in Essen. 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 6 semesters (approximately 3 years).

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

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 Folkwang Universität der Künste'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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