Film + Motion Design, Bachelor of Arts

Who is the Film & Motion Design Degree at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences Suitable For?

The Bachelor's degree in Film & Motion Design is aimed at individuals seeking a creative and practice-oriented education in the field of time-based media design. It is particularly suitable for prospective students who later want to work in creative professions such as animation, film and motion design, media art, or digital design areas. The course offers progression opportunities for aspiring filmmakers as well as design-affine applicants who want to develop and realise visual stories in media. Those interested in film production, animation techniques, 3D modelling, sound design, and the development of visual concepts for various media landscapes will find a suitable study programme here.

Admission Requirements

• General University Entrance Qualification: A university entrance qualification or advanced technical college entrance qualification that qualifies for study at a German university is required.
• Application Documents: The completed application form, a CV in tabular form, and a copy of the passport are required.
• Language Certificate: Proof of sufficient English skills is required for the English-language degree course.
• Report Card: Submission of the current school report or final certificate.
• Portfolio: An individual portfolio with work samples in the fields of design, art, film, or media is required and serves to assess creative and design skills.
• Entrance Test: An entrance test is carried out for applicants from non-EU countries.

The full admission requirements are checked by the University of Europe for Applied Sciences. Detailed information can be found on the university’s website.

Personal Requirements:

• Interest in visual communication, media, and design processes.
• Creativity as well as design talent, documented by your own work in the portfolio.
• Openness to new technologies and willingness to engage with technical and artistic topics.
• Self-initiative, teamwork, and communication skills – especially for projects and group work.
• Basic knowledge of design, photography, video, or animation is advantageous but not mandatory.

What do you learn in the Bachelor’s degree Film + Motion Design?

In the Film + Motion Design programme at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences, you engage with the design and production of time-based media. Cinematic and digital disciplines are at the centre. The following topics are covered:

• Fundamental methods, concepts and techniques of film and motion design
• Camera technology and image composition
• Sound design
• Analogue stop-motion animation
• CGI and 3D modelling
• Digital compositing and hybrid film forms
• Visual music

During your studies, you will get to know various cinematic genres, current film formats as well as editing and animation techniques. You take part in practical projects, which are often realised in cooperation with partner companies and cultural institutions. The lecturers are experienced designers and artists from the film and media industry.

How is the Film + Motion Design degree structured?

The Bachelor’s degree programme has a standard period of study of seven semesters (210 ECTS credits) and can be completed at the Berlin or Hamburg campus. The language of instruction is English.

• Semesters 1–4: Fundamental teaching in film, animation and motion design
• 5th semester: Optional practical semester with internship or semester abroad
• Semesters 6–7: Specialisation, in-depth projects, Bachelor’s thesis
• Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts

The curriculum offers you the opportunity to individually shape your course of study from the fifth semester onwards, e.g. through elective modules or your own projects. In the fifth semester you can complete an internship or study abroad for a semester. The programme begins in winter or summer semester depending on the campus.

Who is this degree suitable for? What career opportunities do you have?

The Bachelor’s degree is aimed at creative people who are interested in film, animation and digital design. After graduation, you will be well prepared for a wide range of professional fields such as:

• Motion designer
• Film designer
• Digital designer
• Animator

Employment opportunities are found in agencies, film and television productions, gaming and media companies, advertising, knowledge sectors (e.g. exhibitions, museums) as well as in theatre and event venues. Employment can be either salaried or freelance.

Practical projects during your studies, networking with companies (for example through collaborations with firms such as Meta Design AG, Scholz and Friends, Cine+ or Storyhouse Productions) and public exhibitions promote your entry into the industry. Graduates also successfully take part in film festivals such as the Berlinale or the Sehsüchte student film festival.

How and where does the study take place?

You can choose to study the Film + Motion Design programme at either the Berlin or Hamburg campus.

• Campus Berlin: In close proximity to the vibrant creative and film industry, with access to festivals and an international network
• Campus Hamburg: In one of Germany’s most important media and cultural cities

In the fifth semester, you can gain practical experience at home or abroad and orient yourself individually.

What costs must you expect?

• Tuition fee: €3,990 per semester
• Information on possible financing options and current fees is available directly from the university
• Fees may vary slightly depending on application status (EU/non-EU) and academic year

The university offers advice on financing your studies and individual funding opportunities.