This page provides an overview of the application process for the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in Communication Design at Folkwang University of the Arts in Essen.
Application Period
Applications for both the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in Communication Design are accepted once a year in the spring. Detailed information on the application procedure, deadlines, examination regulations, and module handbooks can be found on the following pages:
Portfolio and Subject Advising
Prospective students have the opportunity to take part in a subject-specific advising session that includes a portfolio review. This gives applicants the chance to discuss their work with a lecturer before applying.
These advisory sessions usually take place between November and February.
To register and schedule an appointment, please contact Sonja Zenker.
For subject-related questions, feel free to reach out to the Head of the Communication Design Department, Prof. Claudius Lazzeroni.
Get to Know the Program
If you would like to learn more about the study conditions in advance, we recommend attending one of the following events:
- Information Day: January 24, 2025
- Annual Exhibition ("Rundgang"): July 17–20, 2025
- Final Degree Show ("Finale"): September 26 – October 5, 2025
We look forward to receiving your application!
