BA Fashion Design

 

Dear Prospective Students!

We appreciate your interest in studying with us.

  • The application period for the 2027–28 winter semester begins on
    November 1 and ends on January 5 at 12:00 p.m.
     
  • The application process consists of two stages. In the first stage—the preliminary selection—you will complete two tasks: presenting your portfolio of your own artistic and design work, and completing an assignment that you will upload to the application portal.
     
  • If you pass the preliminary screening, you will be invited to the second phase. This phase consists of a two-day in-person entrance exam at the university, which will take place between February 15 to February 19, 2027.

All applicants are welcome if they fulfil the following admission prerequisites:

1. Artistic aptitude, in the admission procedure is determined whether the applican thas or an artistic talent or a required special artistic talent, the method consists of the pre-selection (through the portfolio with recent artistic works) and the entrance examination


2. Qualification for entrance to German University that means a Higher Secondary (School) certificate or alternatively special artistic aptitude (see above under BA)

3. Vocational training or pre-internship of at least 6-8 weeks


4. For international applicants:
Proof of sufficient German language skills: e.g. Testdaf 3, DSH 1, telc B2, DSD I or B2 examination certificate from the Goethe-Institut, at the latest by the start of the programme.

The certificates must be submitted in German or English and as officially notarised copies at the time of admission in march.

Zulassungsordnung_Bachelor-Design.pdf

A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying Online.

Video opens in a new tab. | 1. Registration on the online application portal (00:00) | 2. Create application (01:47) | 3. View important information about the required application documents (02:14) | 4. Add missing data (02:30) | 5. Upload application documents (03:37) | 6. Submit application (03:58)

1. Registration on the online application portal

  • APPLICATION PORTAL:
    https://cms.kh-berlin.de/login

  • First-time applicant? Then click on “Register,” create a user account, and follow the instructions. Then enter the activation code that will be sent to you by email. (Do not close the window so that the registration is not canceled.)

  • Already registered? Then log in with your existing credentials. Your username is your email address. 
     

IMPRORTANT NOTES

  • Use a larger screen, as the mobile version of CMS is unfortunately not user-friendly. 

  • Please note: Registration does not constitute an application. You must submit your application separately.

  • We recommend that you create your application early in order to clarify any questions and receive all information and instructions regarding the application documents. In the Fashion Design, Product Design, and Visual Communication programs, additional homework is assigned. You will receive this only after you have created an application.
     

2. Create application

  • Open the “Applications” tab in the online application portal and click on “Create” to create your application for the desired degree program.

NOTES

  • Applications can only be submitted within the application period. Start early to receive information about the application documents and clarify any questions.

  • Important: Do not click on ‘Exchange programme’. This is only relevant for Erasmus semesters.

  • You can also apply for several fields of study. The Student Advisory Service will be happy to advise you on this.

3. View important information about the required application documents

  • After submitting your application, you will receive all the information about the required documents by email and in the portal.

NOTES

  • For online applications in fashion design, a digital portfolio with your own artistic work and the completion of a homework assignment are required.

  • All detailed information and instructions can be found in the message you will receive after submitting your application.

  • >>FAQs about the portfolio and homework assignment
    If you have any questions regarding the admission exam or the design of the portfolio, please contact the department directly: modedesign(at)kh-berlin.de

  • General questions about the application process can be answered by the student advisory service.

4. Add missing data

  • In the “Applications” tab, click “Edit” to add all the necessary data and supporting documents.

  • Save your changes.

    NOTES

  • You can see incomplete information in the “Overview” tab.

    FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS -Language proficiency information / APS certificate

  • At the time of application, international applicants must submit at least one language certificate at level A2. Please upload your most recent language certificate as a PDF file. Confirmation of the language course you are currently attending is also sufficient. >MORE INFO

  • Applicants from the People's Republic of China, Vietnam and India must include the original certificate confirming that the papers have been pre-checked by the Academic Evaluation Centre (APS). Please contact the respective APS office: -> China  -> Vietnam  -> India

5. Upload application documents

  • Upload all required documents in the “Application documents” tab by clicking on “Edit” and then on the upload icon.

6. Submit application

  • Submit your complete application within the application period.

NOTE

  • You can edit applications that have already been submitted within the application period by clicking on “Edit again.”

>>Detailed instructions can be found here.

ARTISTIC ENTRANCE EXAMINATION – Feedback at the end of January

  • Admission to the entrance exam will be determined based on your work.
  • If you pass the preliminary selection, you will be invited to take the in-person entrance exam at the university, which will take place from February 15 to February 19, 2027.
  • The entrance exam includes: design and artistic assignments, as well as an interview with the admissions committee about your portfolio, your professional development, and your motivation. 

Fees

To enrol at weißensee school of art every student has to pay a fee of
376.80€. This payment is due every semester (every half year) you study with us.

The fee includes the ticket for the local transport in Germany. No tuition fees are required for undergraduate programs!

>>Further Information on the semester-ticket

Contact

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.

No office hours on July 2nd and from Jul 13 to Aug 13, 2026

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! 

 

Further information

Curriculum

Modulhandbücher