OpenFieldDiplom / Meisterschüler in Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Installation, New Media)
Flagship five-year fine arts curriculum taught in dedicated professor-led master studios, culminating in the prestigious Meisterschüler title and annual university exhibition.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- University entrance qualification (Abitur or foreign equivalent; waived for exceptional artistic talent).
- English language proficiency
- German language proficiency level B2.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required; submission of creative portfolio (20-30 original artworks) and in-person workshop exam.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Artistic portfolio, CV, and statement of creative intention.
- Recommendation letters
- One artistic recommendation letter.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Tuition-free public arts university; DAAD artist stipends and studio production funding
- Application fee
- €30 portfolio assessment fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- €0 tuition; €310 semester contribution including public transit pass
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Berlin University of the Arts documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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