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MA Paintings and Sculpture Conservation at Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart

Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart, Germany

Programme overview

The four-semester Master of Arts in Paintings and Sculpture Conservation corresponds to level 7 of the E.C.C.O. Professional Guidelines and ends with a 6-month Master's thesis.

Faculty: Conservation and Restoration  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Wintersemester  |  Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The Master's programme adds three large practical projects based on technological and material examination of objects, a term paper and Master's thesis offering first research work, and study abroad options. It corresponds to level 7 of the E.C.C.O. Professional Guidelines and qualifies for independent practice and doctoral study.

Career pathways

Graduates work independently or in conservation workshops of museums, heritage offices and universities; entry is often through scientific volunteerships in museums.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entrance examination after portfolio pre-selection; no Numerus Clausus. Bachelor-level degree in conservation and restoration of the same thematic focus. 2026 application period 1-14 June, entrance examination 6-10 July.

Intake: Wintersemester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS

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