Key Facts
Degree
M.F.A.
Duration
4 Semesters
Type
Postgraduate
Accreditation
Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)
Until Sep 2027
uni-assist
Required
ECTS Credits
240 ECTS
Language
German
Campus
Weimar
Intakes per Year
1
Intake
Winter
Registration for aptitude test: 2 Feb - 31 Mar; Application deadline: 31 March
IELTS
7.0 for English-taught track Media Art and Design
German Requirement
C2 or A2 depending on language of study
Entrance Test
Portfolio-based aptitude test (Eignungsprüfung)
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Tuition & Fees
EU / EEA Students
- tuition:
- No tuition fees; semester contribution ~260 EUR
Non-EU / International
- tuition:
- No tuition fees; semester contribution ~260 EUR
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The M.F.A. programme in Medienkunst/Mediengestaltung is offered by Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, an Universitäten in Weimar, Germany, spanning 4 semesters (240 ECTS credits). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). International applicants apply through uni-assist. GradGermany guides international students through the complete application process for German universities — including document preparation, language requirements, visa processing, and finding accommodation.
Language Requirements
German — C2 (for German-taught track) or A2 (for English track Media Art and Design)
English — C1 (for English track: TOEFL 95+ or IELTS 7.0)
Entry Requirements
English Proficiency
C1 for English-taught track (TOEFL 95+, IELTS 7.0+)
German Language
C2 or A2 depending on language of study
Entrance Test
Portfolio-based aptitude test (Eignungsprüfung)
Admission Requirements
The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Fine Arts or equivalent first degree required
- 2 semester standard duration (for 240 ECTS Bachelor), bridge semesters for 180-210 ECTS
Entrance Tests & Assessments
- Aptitude test (Eignungsprüfung) required: portfolio review, homework task, and personal interview
Required Documents
- Artistic portfolio with up to 20 works required
Additional Requirements
- Letter of motivation required
Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Bauhaus-Universität Weimar welcomes international applicants for its M.F.A. in Medienkunst/Mediengestaltung in Weimar. 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 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 240 ECTS credits.
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.
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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