Study Programmes Details

Curriculum

Semester 1:

• Social Design Science + Practices A
• Design Research
• Social Campaigning

Semester 2:

• Social Design Science + Practices B
• Sustainable Innovation I & II
• Sociology and Branding

Semester 3:

• Design Thinking: Research, Synthesis, and Creation
• Realisation and Prototyping
• Social Design Manifesto + Portfolio

Semester 4:

• Master’s Thesis + Colloquium

Throughout the Program:

• Profession and Best Practice: Ongoing practical insights across all semesters.
• International Elements: Collaborative projects with partners in Germany and abroad.

Academic Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree: A completed Bachelor's degree.
• Letter of Motivation: A personal statement outlining your motivation for the program.
• Proof of English Proficiency: Accepted tests and scores are listed below.
• Secondary School Certificate: Required as part of the application.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): A detailed resume of your academic and professional background.
• Creative Works: Submission of two to three creative pieces on the topic "Why change?" in any form (film, text, photo, illustration, etc.).

Language Requirements

Accepted English proficiency tests and their minimum scores:

• TOEFL Internet-based: 87
• TOEIC: Listening/Reading: 785, Speaking: 160, Writing: 150
• IELTS/IELTS Online (Academic): 6.5
• CAE: Grades A, B, or C
• CPE: Grades A, B, or C
• Pearson English Test Academic (PTE-A): 59 points
• Linguaskill: 176 to 184 (all four skills required)
• B2 First: 173
• Duolingo: 110 points

Application Deadlines

• Non-EU/EEA Applicants:
• Apply by 1 February (April intake) or 15 August (October intake).
• Early applications are recommended (at least four months before the program starts).
• EU/EEA Applicants:
• Apply by 1 April (April intake) or 1 October (October intake).