Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle

Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle is a public art and design school located in Halle (Saale). The design field includes programs in fashion and textiles, visual communication, interior design, and product design. The pedagogy combines workshops, craft practices, and conceptual approaches; students benefit from specialized workshops (sewing, weaving, molding, prototyping) and an environment conducive to experimental projects and exhibitions. Studying fashion and design at BURG means following an intensive artistic curriculum, participating in practical workshops, and having the opportunity to pursue a specialized master's degree in Germany or internationally. The courses are primarily in German; some offerings and workshops may be conducted in English.

Admission requirements (for international students): BURG requires a Hochschulzugangsberechtigung (equivalent to the baccalaureate) or a bachelor's degree for enrollment in a master's program. Candidates whose HZB was obtained abroad must obtain a Vorprüfungsdokumentation (VPD) through uni‑assist and upload it to the my.burg‑halle portal (allow 4–6 weeks for processing). Applications are submitted online via the my.burg‑halle portal; the process includes uploading a CV, a motivation letter, proof of degree/Transcripts, a certified translation of non-German/English documents, and a portfolio (PDF max. 50 MB). For Design studies: a Vorpraktikum (preparatory internships) is required (Fashion/Textiles: 3 months). The selection process includes an Aufnahmeprüfung (presentation/interview, portfolio review, practical or oral exams depending on the program). Language: design programs require proficiency in German — level to be provided at enrollment: for the Design department typically B2 (proof at enrollment); for master's programs in general: DSH 2 / TestDaF (Level) 4 / Goethe-Zertifikat C1 / telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule (must be provided no later than the beginning of studies). The site does not list English tests (TOEFL/IELTS) as accepted proof for the presented programs. Fees: tuition is indicated as "gebührenfrei" (no tuition fees until the first professional degree); semester contributions (Semesterbeitrag) apply (see Student page for semester amount). Visa/residence permit: the pages consulted from BURG do not detail the visa procedure; consult the embassy/competent authorities for the steps.

Admissions open from December 1, 2026.

Application deadline: March 17, 2027.

Why choose BURG Halle?

• Strong tradition in fashion and textiles
• Specialized workshops (weaving, sewing, prototyping)
• Exhibitions and professional visibility
• Individualized artistic guidance