Applying for Studies

We are pleased that you are interested in studying at our academy. On this webpage, you will find an overview of all application deadlines for the individual study programs.
 

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MA/ Art Therapy
Application period: 1 March - 1 September 2026
Study start: Summer semester
Duration: 6 semesters part-time
>> Information about the application process

We look forward to receiving your application.

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The next application period for the Design Master's program is:
March 1 – April 30, 2027
Sudy start: Winter semester 2027/28
Duration: 4 semesters 

MA/ Fashion Design 
MA/ Product Design
MA/ Textile & Material Design
MA/ Visual Communication 

You will find all the important information about the online application process on the pages for the respective departments.
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MA/ Spatial Strategies
Application period: 1 March - 30 April
Sudy start: Winter semester 2027/28
Duration: 4 semesters
>>Information about the application process
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• DEADLINE:  5 JANUARY 2027 (12:00 noon CET)
  Start of studies: October 2027 (Admission only for winter semester)

• ARTISTIC ENTRANCE EXAMINATION:
  Place: weißensee kunsthochschule berlin
  Period: mid FEBRUARY 2027
  
  The application process for the 2026/27 winter semester is unfortunately closed.

You will find all the information you need about the online application process on the pages for the respective departments.

FOR THE BA DESIGN COURSES /
8 semesters:
>>BA/ Fashion Design
>>BA/ Product Design
>>BA/ Textile and Material Design
>>BA/ Visual Communication  

AND DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES IN FINE ARTS /
10 semesters:
>>Painting
>>Sculpture
>>Stage and costume design 
 

PLEASE NOTE:
An additional homework assignment is required in the Fashion Design, Product Design, and Visual Communication programmes. This assignment will only be given once your application has been created. To allow enough time to complete the assignment, it is advisable to apply early. For all other departments, it is also advisable to apply early to allow time to ask any questions you may have. For all other departments, it is also recommended to apply early in order to receive detailed information about the application documents (such as the portfolio) and to clarify any questions you may have. You can then take your time to complete and submit your application. The deadline for this is January 5 at 12 noon.

FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
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APPLICATION PERIOD:
For the summer semester
from December 1 to January 5 and
for the winter semester
from May 1 to 31.

The periods may vary.  

>>Further information on the application process

The design departments: Fashion Design, Product Design, Textile and Material Design & Visual Communication offer an 8-semester Bachelor's programme (240 ETCS), after which you can apply for the two-year Master's programme (120 ETCS). The diploma programmes in Fine Arts with the degree courses: Painting, Sculpture and Stage and Costume Design comprise a standard period of study of ten semesters and you will graduate with a diploma (300 ETCS). All undergraduate degree programmes start with a one-year artistic and creative foundation course.

The Master's degree programme in Spatial Strategies lasts 4 semesters and 120 ETCS are acquired here.

The postgraduate Master's degree programme in Art Therapy is a three-year, part-time programme that is completed with 120 ETCS. 

The study regulations for all departments can be found here!


 

The student advisory service is available to advise on general questions regarding the study program, such as application and admission procedures, guest student community, and transfer students.

Susan Lipp
General student advisory service
Room A1.03

Phone: +493047705342
Mail: studienberatung(at)kh-berlin.de  

Telephone consultation hours:
Tue–Thu 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Tue until 5 p.m.

Personal office hours:
Tue 14 - 17 h and Thu 10 - 12 h and by appointment. For a personal appointment, please contact us in advance by telephone or in writing.

Online consultations:
During the application period, Susan Lipp, the university's student advisor, invites you to further open virtual question and answer sessions. Every Tuesday from 12 noon to 1 p.m.: >>Zoom link! Individual consultations are available by appointment!