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To be eligible for admission to the degree programmes in Fine Art, Media Art and Design, Visual Communication, Product Design and Fine Art Education (Secondary School) – Double and Single Specialisation, students must have the higher education entrance qualification and pass an aptitude test.
However, according to the Thuringian Higher Education Act § 61 par. 3, students may, »in exceptional cases ... be allowed to enter an artistic course of study ... or an artistic/design-related course of study ... solely on the basis of a passed aptitude test.«
A general higher education entrance qualification is mandatory for admission to the degree programmes Fine Art Education (Secondary School) – Double and Single Specialisation. The aptitude test assesses whether the applicant possesses the necessary knowledge and artistic or design aptitude for the degree programme in question.
Once passed, the results of the aptitude test are valid for two years. The aptitude test can be retaken twice. The process for gaining admission to an artistic/design degree programme is separate from the application process for the aptitude test.
Application for the aptitude test in the degree programme Fine Art
The application for the degree programme »Fine Art« at the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Applications are possible from – Attention NEW – 1 February of the year. Please complete your application by uploading all necessary documents and your portfolio by 31 March.
These are the steps to passing the aptitude test:
- the upload of your digital application via the university's Bauhaus.CampusPortal consisting of your digital portfolio, your curriculum vitae, as well as proof of your school-leaving qualification or vocational training
- preselection by reviewing the submitted digital portfolio
- the aptitude interview and review of your original artistic portfolio.
The aptitude test commission of the Fine Art degree programme makes a preselection after reviewing the submitted work samples. Those who make it to the shortlist will be invited to the further aptitude test and take part in a personal interview, to which please bring the original work from your digital application. Further details on the aptitude test are regulated by the aptitude test regulations (Accessible document)(only available in German language).
Language requirements:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
Lessons are taught in German. You must provide proof of German language proficiency. Prerequisite for International Students are German language skills at the level C 1 (DSH-2 or TestDAF TDN 4).
If you have any questions relating to certification, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs: studium[at]uni-weimar.de
In order to answer your questions as best as possible, we have compiled a FAQ list for you below:
How and by when can I submit my portfolio?
Digital portfolio submission is possible via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal.
Application deadline:
The digital application can be uploaded until and including 31 March of the year.
What should my digital application look like and what should it contain?
In the degree programme Fine Art, your digital portfolio should contain about 20 samples of your artistic work. The works must have been made by you. The portfolio should consist of artistic works (paintings, drawings, objects, photographs, etc.) that reveal individual interests and working methods and show interest in the chosen field of study.
- We recommend that you scan the work from your portfolio or simply take a photo with your mobile phone.
- Sketchbooks can be submitted digitally and count as one piece of work. Your sketchbooks are best represented by a short video in which you flip through your sketchbooks. This video(s) should not exceed 2 minutes in length. They can be provided in the form of links in the document within the digital application.
- Create ONE PDF file from your photographed or scanned work with a maximum size of 20 MB.
- Please upload your curriculum vitae and your school and professional qualifications as separate files.
- International applicants must also submit a current proof of language proficiency with their application, which shows that they will reach the required language level by the time of enrolment at the latest. German language skills at level C1 (DSH 2 or TestDAF TDN 4) are required for admission to the degree programme.
How do I create a PDF file?
There are several ways to create a PDF file. The Acrobat Reader from Adobe is a free software that you can download from the following link:
https://helpx.adobe.com/de/acrobat/using/creating-simple-pdfs-acrobat.html
Create a PDF file by using menu commands, dragging files onto the Acrobat application icon or converting data from the clipboard.
For more information, see for example various tutorials on Youtube.
What can I do with larger files such as moving images or audio files?
For the submission of moving images/audio files etc., only include links (e.g. to YouTube or Vimeo, if applicable as private/password-protected video) in the PDF of your portfolio. For capacity reasons, please avoid uploading such files.
How can I present the work from my portfolio and all other documents without a professional scanner?
You can also simply take photos of the work with your smartphone or camera. The original files can be reduced in size using the appropriate online tools.
E.g. https://compressjpeg.com/de/
What do I do with works that I cannot simply scan?
For example, try to take photos with different perspectives of your work and add notes about the materials used.
What do I do if the colours and materials of my work do not look like the original in the photos or scans?
We are aware that photos or scans do not exactly reproduce the original. This is taken into account by the examination committee. You do not have to incur any additional costs to have your portfolio professionally digitised.
Application for the aptitude test in the degree programmes Fine Art Education (Secondary School) – Double and Single Specialisation
The application for all degree programmes of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Please register for the aptitude test – new from 1 February – by 28 February at the best. The homework will be published at the beginning of March. Please upload your application, including all required documents and the completed homework assignment, by 31 March.
The selection of the students of the degree programme Fine Art Education (Secondary School) – Double and Single Specialisation is based on a three-step aptitude test:
- Registration for participation in the aptitude test via our Bauhaus.CampusPortal.
- Upload of the homework solution, a letter of motivation, your curriculum vitae with details of your education, previous knowledge if applicable and the most recently obtained school certificate as proof of the general higher education entrance qualification, your portfolio with up to 20 of your own artistic and/or design work samples.
- Personal interview and presentation of up to 20 original artistic/design work samples.
The aptitude test committee of the degree programme makes a preselection after reviewing the solution of the homework and the submitted work samples. Those who make it to the shortlist will be invited to the further aptitude test and take part in a personal interview, to which please bring the original work from your digital application. Further details on the aptitude test are regulated by the aptitude test regulations (Accessible document) (only available in German language).
If you have passed the aptitude test and are enrolling at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, please apply for parallel studies for the compulsory accompanying study programme in Educational Science at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena. Further information can be found here: https://www.uni-jena.de/en/620/applying-for-parallel-studies
Language requirements:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
Lessons are taught in German. You must provide proof of German language proficiency. Prerequisite for International Students are German language skills at the level C 1 (DSH-2 or TestDAF TDN 4). If you have any questions relating to certification, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs: studium[at]uni-weimar.de
For further information please visit the website of the Language Centre.
Application for the aptitude test in Media Art and Design programmes
Media Art and Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts
The application for all degree programmes of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Please register for the aptitude test – new from 5 February – by 31 March at the best. The homework will be published at the beginning of April. Please upload your application, including all required documents and the completed homework assignment, by 30 April.
The Bachelor's programme in Media Art and Design begins each winter semester.
The prerequisite for admission is the Allgemeine Hochschulreife (German higher education entrance qualification) or equivalent qualification. Applicants must also pass an artistic aptitude test, the specifics of which are determined by the Qualifying Examination Regulations in Media Art and Design. In the case of outstanding artistic talent, applicants may be admitted without the German higher education entrance qualification.
There are three steps to passing the aptitude test:
- Registration/application for participation in the aptitude test. We will send you at the beginning of April a homework assignment with dates and details of the examination procedure.
- Upload of the homework solution, your curriculum vitae with details of your education, previous knowledge if applicable and the most recently obtained school certificate as proof of the general higher education entrance qualification.
- Personal interview and presentation of original artistic/design work samples (portfolio).
The aptitude test committee of the degree programme makes a preselection after reviewing the solution of the homework. Those who make it to the shortlist will be invited to the further aptitude test and take part in a personal interview, to which please bring artistic/design work samples (portfolio). Further details on the aptitude test are regulated by the aptitude test regulations (Accessible document) (only available in German language).
Prerequisites for International Students:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
German language skills of level C 1 (DSH-2 or TestDAF TDN 4). If you have any questions relating to certification, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs: studium[at]uni-weimar.de
Applicants who pass the aptitude test can then enrol online.
Enrolment deadline: 30th September of each year
Media Art and Design, Master of Fine Arts
The application for all degree programmes of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Registrations for the aptitude tests are possible from – attention NEW – 1 February of the year. Please complete your application by uploading all necessary documents by 31 March.
Students can begin the Media Art and Design master programme in the winter semester.
Application and Admissions Procedures:
The prerequisite for admission to the degree programme is either a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Media Art and Design from the Faculty of Art and Design or a first university degree recognized as professionally relevant by the responsible examination committee. Applicants must also pass an aptitude test based on their artistic portfolio. The specifics of this are determined by the aptitude test regulations in Media Art and Design (German) / English reading version (not legally binding) (Accessible document). A personal interview is usually not a compulsory part of the procedure.
The following documents must be submitted via our Bauhaus.CampusPortal:
- Artistic portfolio, i.e. a compilation of own artistic/creative works (formats: PDF (max. 20 MB); if applicable, links to hosted interactive or time-based works [Soundcloud, Vimeo, Github, private website, etc.])
- motivation letter explaining the desire to study and work presented comprehensively on around one A4 page
- Curriculum vitae in table form (incl. contact, name, e-mail address, postal address)
- if relevant unauthenticated copies of previous academic certificates
- if relevant certificates or evidence of internships, or a list of previous exhibitions, artistic-design works or publications
- School leaving certificate
- Passport photo
- Identity card
- proof of German language skills*
* Language requirements for international students:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
In order to be admitted to the Master's programme, international students are required to provide proof of German language skills at the level C1 (DSH- 2 or TestDaF TDN 4). For further information or questions concerning these requirements, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs: studium[at]uni-weimar.de.
Please bear in mind that passing the aptitude test does not in itself mean admission to the degree programme. Along with a positive reply, you will be provided with a link to the online application form. We will then check whether your enrolment is valid on the basis of the documents you have submitted (previous academic certificates and proof of language skills). This confirmation of your artistic aptitude is valid for two academic years, i.e. the year of your application and the following year of study.
Enrolment deadline:
Successful applicants can then enrol online by 30th September.
English-Language Study Programme in Media Art and Design (MAD), Master of Fine Arts
The application for all degree programmes of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Registrations for the aptitude tests are possible from – attention NEW – 1 February of the year. Please complete your application by uploading all necessary documents by 31 March.
Students can begin the English-Language Study Programme in Media Art and Design (MAD) in the winter semester.
Application and Admissions Procedures:
The prerequisite for admission to the degree programme is either a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Media Art and Design from the Faculty of Art and Design or a first university degree recognized as professionally relevant by the responsible examination committee. Applicants must also pass an aptitude test based on their artistic portfolio. The specifics of this are determined by the aptitude test regulations in Media Art and Design (German) / English reading version (not legally binding) (Accessible document). A personal interview is usually not a compulsory part of the procedure.
The following documents must be submitted via our Bauhaus.CampusPortal:
- Artistic portfolio, i.e. a compilation of own artistic/creative works (formats: PDF (max. 20 MB); if applicable, links to hosted interactive or time-based works [Soundcloud, Vimeo, Github, private website, etc.])
- motivation letter explaining the desire to study and work presented comprehensively on around one A4 page
- Curriculum vitae in table form (incl. contact, name, e-mail address, postal address)
- if relevant unauthenticated copies of previous academic certificates
- if relevant certificates or evidence of internships, or a list of previous exhibitions, artistic-design works or publications
- School leaving certificate
- Passport photo
- Identity card
- German language certificate A2 and English language certficate C1 (e.g. TOEFL or IELTS)*
* Language requirements for international students:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
In order to be admitted to the study programme, international students are required to provide proof of German language skills of level A2 in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEF). In addition, candidates must provide proof of very good English language skills C1 (e.g. TOEFL min. 95 points or IELTS min. grade 7.0).
Please note: The Professorship »Interface Design« offers a complete English-language course programme. The other chairs offer partial English-language course programmes. As a significant number of the projetcs and specialist modules are taught in German, we recommend that applicants have attained a level of German higher than the stipulated A2.
Before the beginning of each summer and winter semester (in March and September), the Language Centre of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar offers intensive German courses.
For further information or questions concerning these requirements, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs at: studium[at]uni-weimar.de
Please bear in mind that passing the aptitude test does not in itself mean admission to the degree programme. Along with a positive reply, you will be provided with a link to the online application form. We will then check whether your enrolment is valid on the basis of the documents you have submitted (previous academic certificates and proof of language skills). This confirmation of your artistic aptitude is valid for 2 academic years, i.e. the year of your application and the following year of study.
Enrolment deadline: Successful applicants can enrol online by 30th September.
Application for the aptitude test in Visual Communication
Application for the aptitude test in the undergraduate degree programme Visual Communication
The application for all degree programmes of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Please register for the aptitude test – new from 5 February – by 31 March at the best. The homework will be published at the beginning of April. Please upload your application, including all required documents and the completed homework assignment, by 30 April.
The aptitude test for the degree programme is divided into three parts:
- Registration for participation in the aptitude test. After the registration, we will send you a homework assignment with dates and details of the examination procedure at the beginning of April.
- Upload of the homework solution, your curriculum vitae with details of your education, previous knowledge if applicable and the most recently obtained school certificate as proof of the general higher education entrance qualification
- Personal interview and presentation of up to 10 original design work samples which you please bring to the interview.
The aptitude test committee of the degree programme makes a preselection after reviewing the solution of the homework. Those who make it to the shortlist will be invited to the further aptitude test and take part in a personal interview, to which please bring up to 10 original design works. Further details on the aptitude test are regulated by the aptitude test regulations (Accessible document) (only available in German language).
Language requirements:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
Lessons are taught in German. You must provide proof of German language proficiency with one of the following or equivalent certificates:
- DSH-2 (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang)
- Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache - DaF (mininum 4xTDN 4)
Prerequisite for International Students are German language skills at the level C 1 (DSH-2 or TestDAF TDN 4). If you have any questions relating to certification, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs: studium[at]uni-weimar.de
For further information visit the website of the Language Centre.
Application for the aptitude test in the Masters's degree programme Visual Communication
The application for all degree programmes of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Registrations for the aptitude tests are possible from – attention NEW – 1 February of the year. Please complete your application by uploading all necessary documents by 31 March.
To apply for the aptitude test, please submit the following documents online via our Bauhaus.CampusPortal:
- University-entrance diploma (Abitur)
- Copy of the certificate from a university degree (Bachelor, Diploma or comparable degree)
- Copy of your identity card or passport
- Motivation letter explaining the desire to study and work, a focus of study and the planned Master's topic presented comprehensively on around one A4 page
- Curriculum vitae
- Digital portfolio containing samples of original design work (as file or download link)
- Copy of proof of native-speaker proficiency in German (copy high school diploma (Abitur)
or - first professional qualification in a German-speaking country
or - Proof of language proficiency in the German language at level C 1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) by language certificates DSH-2 or TestDAF (4 x TDN 4)
- Passport photo (for your student ID card)
The examination committee will review your application and decide on your application. You will be informed in writing of the result of the aptitude test no later than four weeks after the test has been completed. Further details on the aptitude test are regulated by the aptitude test regulations (Accessible document) (only available in German language).
Language requirements:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
Lessons are taught in German. You must provide proof of German language proficiency. Prerequisite for International Students are German language skills at the level C 1 (DSH-2 or TestDAF TDN 4).
If you have any questions relating to certification, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs: studium[at]uni-weimar.de
For further information visit the website of the Language Centre.
Application for the aptitude test in Product Design
Application for the aptitude test in the undergraduate degree programme Product Design
The application for all degree programmes of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Please register for the aptitude test – new from 5 February – by 31 March at the best. The homework will be published at the beginning of April. Please upload your application, including all required documents and the completed homework assignment, by 30 April.
The aptitude test for the degree programme is divided into three parts:
- Registration for participation in the aptitude test. We will send you a homework assignment with dates and details of the examination procedure at the beginning of April.
- Upload of the homework solution, motivation letter explaining the desire to study in the degree programme on around one A4 page, your curriculum vitae with details of your education, previous knowledge if applicable and the most recently obtained school certificate as proof of the general higher education entrance qualification
- practical examination, personal interview and presentation of up to 10 original design work samples which you please bring to the interview.
The aptitude test committee of the degree programme makes a preselection after reviewing the solution of the homework. Those who make it to the shortlist will be invited to the further aptitude test and take part in a personal interview, to which please bring up to 10 original design works. Further details on the aptitude test are regulated by the aptitude test regulations (Accessible document) (only available in German language).
Language requirements:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
Lessons are taught in German. You must provide proof of German language proficiency with one of the following or equivalent certificates:
- DSH-2 (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang)
- Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache - DaF (mininum 4xTDN 4)
Prerequisite for International Students are German language skills at the level C 1 (DSH-2 or TestDAF TDN 4). If you have any questions relating to certification, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs: studium[at]uni-weimar.de
For further information visit the website of the Language Centre.
Application for the aptitude test in the Master's degree programme Product Design
The application for all degree programmes of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is exclusively conducted digitally via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal. Registrations for the aptitude tests are possible from – attention NEW – 1 February of the year. Please complete your application by uploading all necessary documents by 31 March.
To apply for the aptitude test, please submit the following documents online via our Bauhaus.CampusPortal:
- University-entrance diploma (Abitur)
- Curriculum vitae
- Letter of motivation (one page, DIN A4) explaining the desire to study and work and a focus of study
- a portfolio containing samples of design work
- Copy of the certificate from a university degree (Bachelor, Diploma or comparable degree)
- Copy of proof of native-speaker proficiency in German (copy high school diploma (Abitur)
or
first professional qualification in a German-speaking country
or
Proof of language proficiency in the German language at level C 1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) by language certificates DSH-2 or TestDAF (4 x TDN 4) or equivalent - Copy of your identity card or passport
- Passport photo (for your student ID card)
You will be invited to take the oral examination part of the aptitude test after the examination committee has evaluated your submitted samples (portfolio) and decided that you may proceed (pre-selection). You will be informed in writing of the result of the aptitude test no later than four weeks after the test has been completed. Further details on the aptitude test are regulated by the aptitude test regulations (only available in German language).
Language requirements:
Please note that passing the aptitude test does not mean automatic admission to the degree programme. Please submit a current proof of language proficiency with your application documents, which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
Lessons are taught in German. You must provide proof of German language proficiency. Prerequisite for International Students are German language skills at the level C 1 (DSH-2 or TestDAF TDN 4).
If you have any questions relating to certification, please contact the colleagues at the Office of Student and Academic Affairs: studium[at]uni-weimar.de
For further information visit the website of the Language Centre.
Application for the aptitude test in the Master's degree programme Public Art and New Artistic Strategies
Due to the planned discontinuation of the degree programme, it is no longer possible to apply for the aptitude test for enrolment in the winter semester 2025/26. Applicants who have passed the aptitude test in 2024 can enrol for the last time for the winter semester 2025/26.
Application for admission to the PhD programme Art and Design
The application process for the practice-based doctoral programme in Art and Design with the degree Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) can only be submitted online via the Bauhaus.CampusPortal.
Admission to the doctoral programme generally requires a successful artistic diploma, State Exam, Magister or Master's degree (with at least a final grade of »good«) from a German university or an equivalent degree from a foreign university that corresponds to the profile of the Faculty of Art and Design.
Applicants from other disciplines who are aspiring to a doctoral degree at the interface between the respective discipline and art or design can be accepted into the doctoral programme, provided that supervision and assessment is ensured in the relevant specialist discipline. The Ph.D. graduate admissions committee decides on a case-by-case basis regarding possible additional requirements in the artistic field.
The Ph.D. programme at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar does not automatically assign professors as mentors. Applicants are requested to directly contact professors at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar based on their research profile and specialist expertise along with a short letter of motivation and a summary of the research project. For inquiries to artistic/creative mentors, please also include your portfolio.
Language requirements:
Teaching in the doctoral programme is conducted in German and English. With the publication of the new study and examination regulations , the following language requirements apply:
Either
- very good knowledge of the German language (at least level C1 GER)
- Proof of native language proficiency (acquisition of the higher education entrance qualification or a higher education degree in a German-speaking country) or
- Proof by means of one of the following certificates:
- DSH-2 or TestDaF, at least 4 x TDN 4
- or equivalent proof
- and good knowledge of the English language (at least level B2 GER)
- Proof of native language proficiency (acquisition of higher education entrance qualification or a 1st professional qualification in an English-speaking country) or
- Proof by means of one of the following certificates:
- IELTS Band 6,5
- TOEFL Internet-based Score 85 or better
- Cambridge Certificate B2 First (FCE)
- or equivalent proof
or
- very good knowledge of the English language (at least level C1 GER)
- Proof of native language proficiency (acquisition of a university entrance qualification or a university degree in an English-speaking country) or
- Proof by means of one of the following certificates:
- IELTS Band 7,0
- TOEFL Internet-based Score 108 or better
- Cambridge Certificate C1 Advanced English (CAE)
- or equivalent proof
- and good knowledge of the German language (at least level B2 GER)
- Proof of native language proficiency (acquisition of a university entrance qualification or a university degree in a German-speaking country) or
- Proof by means of one of the following certificates:
- DSH-1 or TestDAF, at least 4 x TDN 3
- or equivalent proof
- Proof of native language proficiency (acquisition of a university entrance qualification or a university degree in a German-speaking country) or
Important: Please submit a current language certificate with your application documents which shows that you will reach the required language level by the time of your matriculation at the latest.
Please apply up to and including 31 March of the year via our Bauhaus.CampusPortal with the following details and documents:
- A convincing exposé describing an innovative doctoral project with a specific research question and a corresponding methodological positioning at the intersection between an artistic or creative and academic discourse;
An exposé is considered convincing if it is recognisable that there is an intensive artistic or creative and scientific examination of the teaching and research focus of the respective mentor. - Work plan and timetable that shows that the project can be expected to be completed within four years;
- Documentation of a selection (portfolio) of previous artistic or creative work and, if applicable, exhibition catalogues, a list of exhibitions and public presentations, press and project reports;
- publication list of own publications;
- Proof of successful completion of a appropriate university degree by uploading the relevant certificates. Certificates and documents that are not issued in German or English must be submitted together with an official translation;
- complete curriculum vitae in tabular form with list of educational and professional achievements;
- proof of language proficiency (see above);
- stating your specialisation in art or design;
- nomination of at least two mentors, one of whom must be a professor of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, and their written confirmation (declaration of mentorship)
- optional: A short cover letter explaining the motivation to apply to the Ph.D. programme of the Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar can optionally be attached.
Admission to the Doctoral Programme in Art and Design is decided by the Ph.D. graduate admissions committee based on a set of quality criteria. After the first round, a selection of applicants will be invited to a fifteen-minute interview with the Ph.D. graduate admissions committee. Generally, 12 to 15 applicants are accepted each year. Criteria for selection include excellent professional qualifications, high visibility, willingness and ability to work on a long-term research project, innovative methods, a clear depiction of the relationship between theory and practice in own work, and a high degree of critical reflection especially regarding overarching research interests of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar.
We kindly ask for your patience during the admissions process.
For further information concerning the application, please contact:
Jun.-Prof. Dr. Alexandra Toland: alexandra.toland[at]uni-weimar.de
or Katarina Steinbiß: katarina.steinbiss[at]uni-weimar.de
Application deadline:
The digital application can be uploaded from – Attention NEW – 1 February until 31 March of the respective year.
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