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BA Fotografie (Photography) at Folkwang University of the Arts

Folkwang University of the Arts, Germany

Programme overview

Bachelor programme that teaches the foundations of photography comprehensively and aims at an independent photo-artistic position over eight semesters. Students' own image interests are central, supported by critical and enthusiastic dialogue.

Faculty: Design  |  Duration: 8 semesters (4 years), 240 ECTS  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time possible); German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (October)  |  Location: Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Photography is explored in its full range: contemporary and historical, artistic and applied, analogue and digital.

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Application information

Entry requirements

General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur or recognised equivalent; waivable for exceptional artistic talent if at least the Mittlerer Schulabschluss is held, per the framework aptitude-test regulations). Pass the Folkwang aptitude test (Eignungsprüfung). Applicants without a German school qualification must show German at level C1 (CEFR) at enrolment. Application deadline 15 March for the following winter semester; EUR 50 application fee.

Intake: Winter semester (October)

Duration: 8 semesters (4 years), 240 ECTS

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