Entry requirements
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The HfK welcomes new students to its Digital Media, Fine Art, and Integrated Design bachelor’s programs each winter semester. Applications for the Integrated Design master’s programme are also accepted for the summer semester.
The application process for the concert exam will also take place in the 2026 summer semester. First-year students in the field of music can apply for either the winter or summer semester. The application process for the concert examination takes place during the summer semester.
Advanced semesters, university transfer or change of program students will find information on how to apply here.
In addition, the HfK Bremen offers the opportunity to pursue a Binational Artistic PhD. Information on the application process can be found on the program’s website.
The prerequisite for receiving a place at the University is passing the entrance examination. Detailed information on the application and entrance examination can be found in the following degree programmes.
The University of the Arts Bremen offers all applicants to its music programmes a two-day intensive course in ‘Music Theory and Aural Training’ to help them prepare for the entrance examination at German music academies.
Anyone who is aiming for a solo career in the concert hall or on stage and has already completed a master's degree in artistic training and has obtained very high grades can perfect their skills with the Concert Exam.