Accredited by ‘Thuringian Ministry of Education, Science and Culture’, Bauhaus University offers 39 Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees through its four faculties of Architecture and Urbanism, Civil Engineering, Art and Design, and Media.
The university has 4,065 students enrolled with more than 30% international students. It invites admission applications in Summer and Winter Semesters.
It has an open admission policy for most of its undergraduate programs where applicants who meet the entry requirements will be granted admission.
- The popular programs at Bauhaus University require an Entrance Examination.
- Applicants need to have language proficiency both in German and English.
- Applicants must provide Legal Certified Copies of the transcripts.
- There will be additional admission requirements if the applicant wishes to apply for DAAD scholarships.
Highlights
Application Portal | Online portal |
Application fee | 100 EUR |
International Students | 30% |
Academic calendar | Semester-based |
Application Deadline | Varies with programs |
Intake Season | Summer and Winter |
Financial Aid | Scholarships and Loans |
Language Proficiency | German and English |
Admission HelpDesk | +49 (0) 36 43/58 23 23 study@uni-weimar.de |
Bauhaus University Admission Deadlines
Bauhaus University intakes students in the Winter and Summer sessions. The deadlines may vary with the programs. The usual deadlines for undergraduate and graduate programs are tabulated below:
Session | Application Deadline |
---|---|
Winter session (Start- October 1) | September 30 |
Summer session | January 15 |
Exchange program | Summer- January 30 Winter- June 30 |
Bauhaus University International Student Admissions
Bauhaus University accepts international applicants, provided they meet the eligibility criteria. It has a total of 30% of international students from all around the world.
Application Portal: Online Mode / Offline by Mail ( For Architecture and Urbanism programs)
Application Fee: 100 EUR
Admission Requirements: International applicants applying for the Bauhaus University admissions have to fulfill the following requirements:
- Completed Application
- Legal Certified Copies of Transcripts
- High School Degree or equivalent
- Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field (Graduate Admissions)
- Marksheets of all the examinations undertaken.
- Accompanied by a German/English translation if not in English/German.
- English and German Language Proficiency
- Aptitude Test is required for some programs.
- If applying for DAAD Scholarships-
- Letter of Motivation
- Personal Statement
- CV
- Copy of Passport
- Certificate of finances
- Health Certificate
Language Proficiency Test Scores for International Students
International applicants must demonstrate both English and German Language Proficiency to be able to apply for Bauhaus University admissions-
Language | Minimum Score Requirement |
---|---|
German | DHS-2 Certificate or a TestDaF certificate with a minimum of TDN4 (C1 level) |
English* |
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: Level C |
*Waiver: Applicants who have completed their secondary education in English are exempted from providing scores.
Visa Process for International Students
Non- European international applicants who wish to study in Germany need to apply for a student visa. The application needs to be made through the German Embassy in the home country after the acceptance letter is issued by the university.
Documents required for applying for a visa are:
- Approved application form from the university
- Valid passport
- Proof of Financial Support to study in Germany
- Biometrics
- Passport Size Photo
- Health Insurance Confirmation
- Rental Contract (Residence)
- Processing Fee of 130 EUR
Bauhaus University Undergraduate Admissions
It offers Bachelor’s degrees in the fields of Architecture and Urbanism, Civil Engineering, Art and Design, and Media. There are some programs which have an open admission policy where some even require an Entrance Examination.
Application Portal: Online Mode / Offline by Mail ( For Architecture and Urbanism programs)
Application Fee: 100 EUR
Admission Requirements: Applicants need to fulfill the following requirement to be eligible for Bauhaus University undergraduate admissions-
- Completed Application Form
- University Entrance Certificate (A level or equivalent)
- Subject-specific Certificate of Education
- Master Craftsman’s Certificate
- State certifying technician’s or management exam or equivalent qualification
- Aptitude Test is required for following programs-
- Architecture
- Free Art
- Product Design
- Visual Communication
- Media Art
- Media Culture
Bauhaus University Graduate Admissions
Bauhaus University offers Master’s Degrees in the field of Architecture, Civil Engineering, Media, and Urbanism. Applicants who wish to apply for scholarships must submit a Letter of Motivation and Letter of Recommendation along with the application.
Application Portal: Online Mode / Offline by Mail ( For Architecture and Urbanism programs)
Application Fee: 100 EUR
Admission Requirements: Applicants need to fulfill the following requirement to be eligible for Bauhaus University graduate admissions-:
- Completed Application
- High School Diploma/ Secondary Education
- Legal Certified Copy of Bachelor's Degree and Marksheet
- Bachelor’s Degree must be in a related field
- CV in tabular form.
- There may be some additional program-specific requirements.
- Letter of Motivation
- Letter of Recommendation
Program-specific requirements for some of the master’s programs are:
Courses | Admission Requirements | English Proficiency Scores | Application Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
M.Sc. in Architecture | Bachelor degree or diploma in Architecture; Transcripts- 150 ECTS credits; Work Experience; Interview; | TOEFL IBT: 85 IELTS: 6.5 |
Winter - July 15 |
M.S. in Digital Engineering | Minimum GPA - 2.3; Writing Sample - Scientific Report; Interview | TOEFL IBT: 85 IELTS: 6.5 |
Winter - August 15 Summer - January 15 |
M.F.A. in Public Arts | Higher Entrance Education Qualification; Aptitude Test; Documentation of artistic work; Completed homework assignment; Interview if required. | TOEFL IBT: 95; IELTS: 7.0; Certificate confirming completion of at least 130 to 160 hours of German language instruction. | March 31 |
M.S. in Natural Hazards and Risks in Structural Engineering | Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or related degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5; Application Deadline: July 15 | TOEFL IBT: 85 IELTS: 6.5 |
Winter - July 15 |
M.S. in Computer Science for Digital Media | BSc in Computer Science or Media Informatics or Media Technology, or related field with a minimum GPA of 2.0 | TOEFL IBT: 80 IELTS: 6.5 |
Winter - August 15 Summer - January 15 |
Applicants must provide the language proficiency scores of both German and English. Certificates and Transcripts must be legally certified by the local mayor, city administration, police headquarters, chief of police, etc.The final application decision will be sent by mail to the selected students.
FAQs
Ques. Can I pursue a diploma program at Bauhaus University?
Ans. No, the university does not offer diploma programs but Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.
Ques. For which programs do I need to give an aptitude test?
Ans. Applicants who wish to apply for Architecture, Free Art, Product Design, Visual Communication, Media Art, and Media Culture will have to appear for an aptitude test.
Ques. Is Bauhaus University accredited?
Ans. Yes, the university is accredited by the “Thuringian Ministry of Education, Science and Culture.”
Ques. What programs does Bauhaus University offer?
Ans. It offers Bachelor and Master degrees in the fields of Architecture and Urbanism, Civil Engineering, Art and Design, and Media.
Ques. What is the minimum German Language Proficiency required for Bauhaus University admissions?
Ans. DHS-2 Certificate or a TestDaF certificate with a minimum of TDN4 (C1 level) is required.
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