76 Best Master's Arts, Design & Architecture Programs in Germany

There are 76 Master's Arts, Design & Architecture programs in Germany, spread across 47 universities — most run 1–2 years. Courses from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Heidelberg University and Karlsruher Institut für Technologie come first, because those universities rank highest.

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73Master's Degree

#196 in Germany Germany

Raumstrategien

Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weissensee, Hochschule für Gestaltung — The Master's program in Raumstrategien at Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weissensee focuses on the intersection of spatial design and urban development. It equips students with a...

Master's DegreeLevel

4 semestersDuration

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Arts, Design & Architecture

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74Master's Degree

#196 in Germany Germany

Textil- und Material-Design

Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weissensee, Hochschule für Gestaltung — Course OverviewThe Master's degree in Textile and Material Design at Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weissensee focuses on the intersection of art, design, and technology. This pr...

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4 semestersDuration

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Arts, Design & Architecture

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75Master's Degree

#196 in Germany Germany

Visuelle Kommunikation

Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weissensee, Hochschule für Gestaltung — Der Masterstudiengang Visuelle Kommunikation an der Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weissensee bietet eine interdisziplinäre Ausbildung in den Bereichen Grafikdesign, Typografie,...

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4 semestersDuration

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Arts, Design & Architecture

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76Master's Degree

#200 in Germany Germany

Master Audio Experience Design

Staatliche Hochschule für Musik — The Master in Audio Experience Design at Staatliche Hochschule für Musik is a unique program that delves into the innovative intersection of sound design, technology, and...

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1–2 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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How these courses are ranked

6 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #54 (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich) to #487 (Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Heidelberg University is cited most (44,319,490 citations). 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

The usual length is 1–2 years and 4 semesters. 97% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (63% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (62% of courses with a stated intake). Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weissensee, Hochschule für Gestaltung offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Germany for Master's Arts, Design & Architecture?

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (QS World #54), Heidelberg University (QS World #80) and Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (QS World #98) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's Arts, Design & Architecture in Germany?

Of those with published fees, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is the least expensive at about USD 600 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's Arts, Design & Architecture course take in Germany?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 4 semesters the next most common.

When do Master's Arts, Design & Architecture courses start in Germany?

Spring is the main intake — 63% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Which university has the most Master's Arts, Design & Architecture courses in Germany?

Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weissensee, Hochschule für Gestaltung, with 5, ahead of Technische Hochschule Köln (5).

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