General information

Application period

05 February till 05 March for the following winter semester

• Admission requirements

  • University Entrance Qualification “Abitur” equivalent
    • Studying without a school leaving certificate see FAQs section ‘General university entrance qualification’ 
  • Artistic talent
  • german language skills C1 according to CEFR

   

• Duration of studies and degree

  • Standard period of study: 8 semesters, 240 credit points

  • Degree: Bachelor of Arts (BA)

   

Your application – step by step

All of the steps listed below must be completed within the application period for the respective study programme. We recommend that you submit your application as early as possible within the application period so that you can clarify any questions that may arise with our StudyGuide in good time.

• 1. Create an application account

  Register and verify your identity (if you have not already done so) on the UdK Berlin application portal: https://my.udk-berlin.de

   

• 2. Payment of the application fee

  Fee per application: EUR 40.00 (plus fees for international transfers)

  Proof of payment: bank statement or transfer confirmation with value date

  Universität der Künste Berlin
  IBAN: DE 72 1009 0000 8841 0150 46
  BIC: BEVO DE BB XXX
  Payment reference: 35/01036, study programme, name, application number
  
  Berliner Volksbank eG
  Budapester Straße 35
  10787 Berlin
  Germany
   

  For international transfers:
  Please ensure that you cover all transfer fees incurred (OUR – sender pays costs) when making the transfer.

• 3. Prepare documents as PDF files

  During the application process, you will be asked to submit formal documents. Please prepare these as individual PDF files (max. 5 MB each).

  Formal documents:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • School leaving certificate
  • Transcript of records, if applicable (Application for a higher semester)
  • Preliminary examination document (VPD) from uni-assist, if applicable (see FAQs)
  • Proof of German language proficiency at C1 level according to CEFR for international applicants (see FAQs)
    • Application also possible with German B2
  • Proof of payment of application fees

• 4. submit an application

  Log in to the application portal (https://my.udk-berlin.de) and submit an application for admission to your desired study programme within the application period and upload the formal documents.

   

• 5. Prepare your portfolio

  Formal requirements:

  When?	will be announced by email approximately 4 weeks after the application deadline (please also check your spam folder)
  Where to?	by post
  format?	Paper format Maximum format DIN A 2, maximum weight 5 kg Not permitted: rolls (will be returned unopened) Works in sleeves Three-dimensional objects in their original form
  labelling	Label the portfolio cover with the following information: Surname, first name Application number Postal address Architecture Bachelor

   

  Content requirements and notes:

  Assignment for the portfolio for the winter semester 2026/27 -  ‘Space’ 

  The theme of ‘space’ should be explored using artistic and visual means. Create approximately 20 original works for your portfolio.

  Your work should demonstrate your engagement with the multi-layered nature and complexity of spaces. What fascinates you about spaces in terms of poetry, narration, atmosphere, light, dimension, construction and/or dramaturgy?
  Use a variety of drawing techniques. You may also explore the theme using photographic, performative, sculptural, spatial installation or film techniques. In this case, please include photographic documentation. (Please do not submit DVDs or links).
  The form of presentation of the submitted works should reveal the potential for an independent visual language as well as the creation and comprehension of artistic concepts. An experimental variety of visual means is desirable.

  University transfer students / applications for a higher semester:
  Applicants who are already studying architecture at another university should supplement their portfolio with up to 3 design projects from their previous studies.