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University of the Arts Bremen

Bremen, Germany

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Quick facts

World rank
Unranked
Acceptance rate
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Students
1,000
International students
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Institution type
Public
Founded
1873

Overview

The University of the Arts Bremen (Hochschule für Künste Bremen, HfK) is a state-recognised public art and music university located in Bremen, Germany. The HfK comprises two faculties: the Faculty of Art and Design (located at Am Speicher XI 8, Überseestadt) and the Faculty of Music (located at Dechanatstraße 13–15, city centre). The Faculty of Art and Design offers diploma and master's programmes in Fine Arts, and bachelor's and master's programmes in Integrated Design and Digital Media (the latter jointly with the University of Bremen). The Faculty of Music offers Bachelor's and Master's programmes in Artistic Training (KA), Artistic-Pedagogical Training (KPA), and Historical Church Music, spanning disciplines including singing, instrumental studies, early music, composition, church music, jazz, and music education. Since 2020, the HfK also offers a four-year Binational Artistic PhD programme in cooperation with universities in the Netherlands and Sweden. With around 1,000 students from 70 countries, 65 professors, 89 administrative staff, and over 150 teaching associates, the HfK hosts approximately 400 events annually, making it a vibrant pillar of cultural life in Bremen.

Fields of study

  • Fine Arts
  • Integrated Design
  • Digital Media
  • Music
  • Music Education
  • Church Music

Accreditation: Senator für Wissenschaft und Häfen, Bremen

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
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TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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GPA (minimum)
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Intakes
Winter Semester, Summer Semester
Application deadlines
Varies by program: e.g., April 15 (Fine Arts), May 15 (Digital Media BA), May 31 (Digital Media MA).
Rolling admissions
No
Admissions contact
dezernat1@hfk-bremen.de

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

€431 / semester

From about $932 / year

Domestic students

Varies by program

Public university with no tuition fees for standard degree programmes. Students pay a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) covering a semester ticket, student services, and student organisation contribution. Special programmes: Young Students programme €250 per semester; Continuing Education (music) €1,500 per semester.

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

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Programs

Programs offered by University of the Arts Bremen
ProgramLevelDurationTuitionDeadlineIntakes
Binational Artistic PhD Program (opens in a new tab)Full TimePhD4 yearsVariesVaries—
Concert Exam (Konzertexamen) (opens in a new tab)Full Time—2 yearsVariesVaries—
Continuing Education in Music (opens in a new tab)Part Time—6 months€1,500 / semesterVaries—
Digital Media (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's3 yearsVariesVaries—
Digital Media (opens in a new tab)Full TimeMaster's2 yearsVariesVaries—
Fine Arts (opens in a new tab)Full TimeDiploma—VariesVaries—
Fine Arts (opens in a new tab)Full TimeMaster's—VariesVaries—
Historical Church Music (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's—VariesVaries—
Historical Church Music (opens in a new tab)Full TimeMaster's—VariesVaries—
Integrated Design (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's42 monthsVariesVaries—
Integrated Design (opens in a new tab)Full TimeMaster's18 monthsVariesVaries—
Music (Artistic-Pedagogical Training - KPA) (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's—VariesVaries—
Music (Artistic-Pedagogical Training - KPA) (opens in a new tab)Full TimeMaster's—VariesVaries—
Music (Artistic Training - KA) (opens in a new tab)Full TimeMaster's—VariesVaries—
Music (Artistic Training - KA) (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's—VariesVaries—

Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.