Master of Arts in Integrated Design at Hochschule Anhalt

Overview

Hochschule Anhalt offers the Master of Arts in Integrated Design, a Master in Arts, Design & Architecture delivered in English. The curriculum balances core fundamentals with specialised modules, giving graduates a competitive, globally relevant profile.

To be considered, applicants typically need English at C1 level. Admission to this program is aptitude test. Applications are submitted via Uni Assist.

The program spans 4 semesters and costs approximately €800 in tuition. Key application deadlines are 30 April for the winter intake and 31 October for the summer intake.

Bachelor's degree in design or related disciplines (product, communication, media, interior, architecture, environmental design, etc.) with 180 ECTS A copy of your complete transcript of records issued by your university in the original language, including all courses and results A translation of your transcript of records, including all courses and results (made by a sworn translator) Relevant experience in design or a related field is strongly recommended, but it is not strictly necessary. English language requirements (details below) Portfolio showing up-to-date professional design skills Motivation letter Letter of recommendation if possible At least 12 months of professional work experience after having been conferred the Bachelor's degree Starting with the winter semester 2025/2026, the programme will introduce a new structure. This structure will update the programme to reflect the latest developments in the field of design as education and design as profession in Germany. The biggest change will be the extension of the programme from three to then four semesters. This answers to the needs and requests of the students. The additional semester, namely the third semester, is a mobility semester in which students can either take up professional internships (this will be made easier since now internships are an essential part of the curriculum) or can enjoy an exchange semester with one of our many international partners. During the first and second study semesters, the new structure will consist of one main studio class, a mandatory German class, theory and mentoring, also one compact expertise course and two elective courses one of which can be high-level German. For details, please review the study and exam regulations. We are happy to offer this updated programme structure to allow our students the best chances on the design job market. The Department of Design in Dessau has established a progressive educational model reflecting the historical values of the Bauhaus. This MAID programme (Master of Arts in Integrated Design) incorporates the essential design disciplines with the creative subjects of communication design, product design, and space as well as audiovisual and digital media. They are brought together through rigorous fundamental training and interdisciplinary problem-solving. These integrative components form the contour of the Master's programme. With the theme of "creating relations", the emphasis of these design disciplines is freshly applied. This international programme focuses on the development of intercultural competences, using the synergetic power of a working environment with students from various countries and cultural backgrounds. Students can focus on particular areas via interdisciplinary projects. A high level of media competence is required in all semesters. Projects are based on both practical and experimental research. The systematic approach to problems and the creative development of individual solutions are emphasised. The MAID programme suits a four-semester curriculum. Building a bridge between our "Intermediales Design" Master's programme (language of instruction: German) and our international Master of Integrated Design (language of instruction: English), we offer even more interdisciplinary studies and more interactive classes between the two programmes. The curriculum is based on an interlinked structure that allows an education in essential design fields – creating comprehensive knowledge, methodic diversification, and creative specialisation. Throughout the course of study, product design, communication design, and media design are the main fields, accompanied by supporting design disciplines.

Requirements can change, so always verify the latest details on the official program page before applying.