Questions about the application portfolio

The application portfolio is a digitized artistic portfolio that includes at least 20 artistic works and is uploaded to the application portal in one file. The application portfolio may not contain any inserted links to time-based digital works such as YouTube, dropbox, one drive or similar. Time-based digital works can only be uploaded via an upload function in the upload portal (link in the application portal). 

Questions on the letter of motivation

The letter of motivation should explain the reason for applying for a place on a maximum of one DIN A4 page. It must be uploaded stating the desired field of study along with the name of the desired art class.

Questions About Choosing an Art Class

Studies at the AdBK Nuremberg are conducted in class groups. Each class is led by a professor. During the registration process on the portal, you will be asked to list 1–4 classes in your order of preference. To this end, it is advisable to visit the Academy’s website or the websites of the individual classes prior to the registration process to learn about the focus areas and working methods of the various classes.
Upon admission to the program, you will then be enrolled in a class. Depending on capacity and other factors, we will take your class preferences as indicated on the portal into account whenever possible.

Questions about certificates and proof of previous education

All certificates and certificates of previous education required for the application must be uploaded in one file. Applicants who have acquired the general or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification outside the area of application of the Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany, i.e. abroad, should provide all certificates and attestations required for recognition. The previous school education abroad must be described in detail in the curriculum vitae. Applicants from China, Vietnam and India should always upload the APS certificate. 

Questions about the German B2 CEFR language certificate

International applicants must submit the German B2 CEFR language certificate. If this is already available, please upload it to the application portal. The language certificate is a prerequisite for admission and must be submitted by the start of studies at the latest.

Questions about the internship certificate

If you have already completed an internship, please upload your certificate(s) in the application portal. The internship can be divided into different periods and completed at different locations. The internship serves to acquire practical skills in handling materials and equipment as a basis for studying in the field of fine arts. Recognition of school internships (FOS etc.) is unfortunately not possible. Proof is a prerequisite for admission and must be provided at the latest at the start of the course by submitting a certificate from the employer stating the place, time and type of work. This proof is not required if a journeyman's examination has been passed in a relevant profession. Unfortunately, the Academy cannot arrange internships. 

Questions about the orientation internship (only for art education)

If you would like to apply for the Art Education course, an orientation internship at schools is required in addition to the pre-study internship. If you have already completed the orientation internship, please also upload this certificate. It is recommended that you complete the orientation internship before starting your studies; however, this is not an admission requirement.