Application information

Subject-specific admission requirements

In addition to the general qualification for university entrance and demonstration of artistic suitability, the following subject-specific admission requirements have to be fulfilled for the Design of Playing and Learning discipline: Six-month pre-university practical experience period in woodwork, metalwork or plastics processing, in graphics, design, model-building; craft or commercial vocational training with similar duties can also be recognised as a pre-university practical experience period. Knowledge and experience in social or pedagogical work would also be advantageous. Exceptions: Proof of the general qualification for university entrance can be waived in cases of exceptional talent combined with practical experience. 

Study Information Day

The university holds a Study Information Day in January every year for applicants. General information on the university is provided, and the various disciplines showcase themselves. You will be able to talk to students and to assistants. The precise date is announced on our website by mid-December at the latest.

Annual exhibition

The traditional summer festival, which includes the annual exhibition, is held every year in July at Burg Giebichenstein. The university opens up its studios, seminar facilities and workshops to all who are curious about the fresh ideas, objects and pieces of art that have been created in the various art and design disciplines at the state of Saxony-Anhalt's art university. You are cordially invited to come along!

Contact person at the university

Office for Student and Academic Affairs
T +49 (0)345 7751 532
F +49 (0)345 7751 517
E-Mail: studinfo(at)  burg-halle.  de