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Diplom Bildende Kunst at Hochschule für Bildende Künste Dresden

Hochschule für Bildende Künste Dresden, Germany

Programme overview

Diplom programme in fine art at HfBK Dresden, taught as one combined course rather than split into separate degrees. Students work in 13 classes led by artist-professors, with art history and philosophy/aesthetics alongside studio work.

Faculty: Fakultät I  |  Duration: 10 semesters (5 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; Diplom (equivalent to master's level)  |  Intake: Wintersemester (October)  |  Location: Dresden, Sachsen, Germany

What you will study

Two study stages of four semesters each, with the Vordiplom examination after semester four, followed by a two-semester Diplom phase. Studio work is modular and supported by graphic and sculptural workshops, art history, philosophy/aesthetics, and optional anatomy and architecture basics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Allgemeine Hochschulreife, or proof of exceptional artistic talent (minimum Mittlere Reife), plus a passed aptitude test (Eignungsprüfung) based on a portfolio. Application deadline 15 March 2026; from 2027 the deadline is 15 January.

Intake: Wintersemester (October)

Duration: 10 semesters (5 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.hfbk-dresden.de/bewerbung-bildende-kunst

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