Are short courses in interior design or architecture available at private universities in Germany?

Hey James,

For such a short format, you will usually have better chances with customised group workshops, summer school offices or with architecture/design institutions.

Good places to check:

• Bauhaus Dessau Foundation: This is probably the closest match for your group. Their Open Studios / preliminary course module can be offered in English or German, on site or digitally, and lasts 2 to 7 days. It is aimed specifically at international student groups in architecture, design, cultural studies or related fields. More info: Bauhaus Dessau – Teaching
• Bauhaus-Universität Weimar: Their Bauhaus Summer School offers customised short-term programmes for university groups in art, design, architecture and engineering. The usual length is 3 days to 3 weeks, so this could also fit your 2–3 day idea if arranged directly. More info: Bauhaus Summer School – Tailored Programmes
• Berlin International University of Applied Sciences: This private university offers English-taught programmes in Architecture and Interior Architecture / Interior Design. Their public summer school is longer, currently listed as 14 days, but it is still worth contacting them about a possible tailor-made group visit or workshop. More info: Berlin International Summer School

For individual summer school participation, registration usually runs through an online application portal and may require documents such as a CV, motivation letter and sometimes a portfolio. For a customised 2–3 day group workshop, the process is usually more direct: you send your request by email, the institution checks availability and content, and then you receive an individual proposal.

How to proceed: Contact the international office, summer school team or programme coordinator directly and send a short group request. Include: number of students, study level, preferred dates, desired length, English-language requirement, topic focus, budget range and whether you need a certificate of participation, accommodation support or visa-related documents.

If you need help identifying suitable private study providers in Germany or sending enquiries to universities, our virtual study advisor Sophie can assist you 24/7: chat with Sophie.

Kind regards