Kunsthochschule Lübeck

Wo Tradition auf die Freiheit der Kunst trifft.

📍 Lübeck, Germany 🇩🇪

Information for International Students at Kunsthochschule Lübeck

Kunsthochschule Lübeck in Lübeck, Germany welcomes international students.

  • No visa support offered
  • No on-campus work
  • Student housing available

Programs at Kunsthochschule Lübeck (18 programs)

Kunsthochschule Lübeck offers 18 programs across Bachelor, Master, PhD levels.

Bachelor Programs (4)

  • Film and Moving Image (BA) — 84 months · German
    Students explore the art and craft of filmmaking, including directing, cinematography, editing, and screenwriting, with a focus on experimental and artistic approaches.
    Field: Film Studies
    Career outcomes: Filmmaker, Video Artist, Director, Editor, Cinematographer
  • Art Education (BA) — 84 months · German
    This program prepares students to become art educators, combining artistic practice with pedagogical theory and practical teaching experience in various educational settings.
    Field: Art Education
    Career outcomes: Art Teacher, Museum Educator, Community Art Facilitator, Art Workshop Leader, Educational Program Developer
  • Fine Arts (BA) — 84 months · German
    This program provides a comprehensive education in various artistic disciplines, fostering individual creative expression and critical thinking through practical work and theoretical studies.
    Field: Fine Arts
    Career outcomes: Artist, Art Educator, Curator Assistant, Gallery Assistant, Freelance Artist
  • Photography (BA) — 84 months · German
    This program offers a comprehensive education in photographic techniques, theory, and artistic practice, covering various genres from documentary to experimental photography.
    Field: Fine Arts
    Career outcomes: Photographer, Photo Editor, Art Photographer, Commercial Photographer, Photojournalist

Master Programs (10)

  • Fine Arts (Master) (MA) — 48 months · German
    An advanced program for artists to deepen their individual artistic practice, engage in critical discourse, and develop a strong theoretical foundation for their work.
    Field: Fine Arts
    Career outcomes: Professional Artist, Art Critic, Curator, Art Consultant, Lecturer in Art
  • Photography (Master) (MA) — 48 months · German
    An advanced study program for photographers to refine their artistic vision, develop complex projects, and engage with contemporary photographic theories and practices.
    Field: Fine Arts
    Career outcomes: Exhibiting Photographer, Photo Artist, Photography Educator, Curator of Photography, Researcher in Photography
  • Communication Design (Master) (MA) — 48 months · German
    This master's program focuses on advanced design methodologies, strategic communication, and interdisciplinary projects, preparing students for leadership roles in the design industry.
    Field: Design
    Career outcomes: Senior Graphic Designer, Design Director, UX/UI Lead, Design Strategist, Creative Director
  • Art and Media Studies (Master) (MA) — 48 months · German
    This program offers an interdisciplinary approach to contemporary art and media, combining theoretical analysis with practical artistic research and production.
    Field: Art History
    Career outcomes: Art and Media Researcher, Curator, Cultural Journalist, Media Artist, Academic in Art and Media
  • Fine Arts (Freie Kunst) — 48 months · German
    Building upon bachelor-level studies, this master's program allows students to deepen their artistic practice, engage in advanced theoretical discourse, and develop a strong individual artistic position.
    Field: Fine Arts
    Career outcomes: Professional Artist, Art Researcher, Curator, Art Consultant
  • Art Education (Lehramt an Gymnasien) — 24 months · German
    This master's program is a continuation for aspiring art teachers, focusing on advanced pedagogical methods, curriculum development, and in-depth subject knowledge for teaching art at Gymnasien.
    Field: Art Education
    Career outcomes: Qualified Art Teacher (Secondary School), Educational Consultant, School Administrator
  • Art Therapy — 48 months · German
    This program trains students to use artistic processes and creative expression as therapeutic tools to support individuals in psychological, emotional, and social development.
    Field: Art Therapy
    Career outcomes: Art Therapist, Counselor, Mental Health Professional, Social Worker
  • Film and Video Art — 48 months · German
    The master's program in Film and Video Art provides an opportunity for advanced artistic research and production in moving image media, encouraging innovative approaches to narrative and experimental forms.
    Field: Film and Video Art
    Career outcomes: Independent Filmmaker, Media Artist, Film Curator, Academic Researcher
  • Art Therapy — 48 months · German
    This program trains students to use artistic processes and creative expression as therapeutic tools to support individuals in psychological, emotional, and social development.
    Field: Art Therapy
    Career outcomes: Art Therapist, Counselor, Mental Health Professional, Social Worker
  • Film and Video Art — 48 months · German
    The master's program in Film and Video Art provides an opportunity for advanced artistic research and production in moving image media, encouraging innovative approaches to narrative and experimental forms.
    Field: Film and Video Art
    Career outcomes: Independent Filmmaker, Media Artist, Film Curator, Academic Researcher

PhD Programs (4)

  • PhD in Artistic Research (PhD) — 36 months · German
    This doctoral program supports advanced artistic research projects that contribute to new knowledge and understanding within the field of fine arts and design.
    Field: Fine Arts
    Career outcomes: University Professor, Senior Researcher, Independent Artist, Curator, Artistic Director
  • Art History and Theory (PhD) — 36 months · German
    This doctoral program offers advanced research opportunities in art history and theory, allowing candidates to conduct independent scholarly work on specific topics within visual culture and artistic discourse.
    Field: Art History
    Career outcomes: University Professor, Art Historian, Curator, Researcher
  • Artistic Research (PhD) — 36 months · German
    This PhD program supports artists in conducting practice-based research, where artistic production itself is a central component of the research methodology and outcome.
    Field: Fine Arts
    Career outcomes: Artist-Researcher, Academic in Fine Arts, Curator of Contemporary Art, Artistic Director
  • Artistic Research (PhD) — 36 months · German
    This PhD program supports artists in conducting practice-based research, where artistic production itself is a central component of the research methodology and outcome.
    Field: Fine Arts
    Career outcomes: Artist-Researcher, Academic in Fine Arts, Curator of Contemporary Art, Artistic Director

Scholarships & Tuition at Kunsthochschule Lübeck

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Campus & Facilities at Kunsthochschule Lübeck

  • Student housing available
  • No sports facilities
  • No disability support info

Key Highlights

  • Only conservatory in Schleswig-Holstein
  • Renowned annual Brahms Festival organizer
  • Historic campus in UNESCO heritage site
  • International faculty of acclaimed soloists
  • Strong focus on chamber music performance
  • Intimate learning environment for musicians

Frequently Asked Questions about Kunsthochschule Lübeck

What is Kunsthochschule Lübeck?

Kunsthochschule Lübeck is a university located in Lübeck, Germany. .

How many programs does Kunsthochschule Lübeck offer?

Kunsthochschule Lübeck offers 18 programs: 4 Bachelor's, 10 Master's, and 4 PhD programs across various fields of study.

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