Application with international degree
Application Deadline for Winter Semester 2025-26: 01 June 2025
Application open from April 2025
The international application procedure for the M.A. Animation and Game at the University of Applied Sciences Darmstadt consists of a formal application via UNI ASSIST and an application for the Animation and Game Entrance examination. Admission to the Program will be granted if you fulfill the academic admission criteria and pass the Entrance Examination.
The University of Applied Sciences Darmstadt is a member university within the UNI ASSIST Association. UNI ASSIST pre-checks which entitlement study applicants have to study in Germany based upon the guidelines of the German Central Office for Foreign Education. So in order to formally apply for the Animation and Game Program applicants must register and apply through the UNI ASSIST online portal: www.uni-assist.de
Please note: UNI ASSIST charges an obligatory service fee which must be paid beforehand. Your formal application will only be processed after payment.
APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR FORMAL APPLICATION:
- For enrollment in a winter semester: 01 June
- For enrollment in a summer semester: 01 December
If you have questions regarding the formal application for international applicants please refer to the Student Service Center under: international@h-da.de
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR FORMAL APPLICATION
- High school/secondary school leaving certificate
- Depending on your country of origin, a certificate proving that you have passed the University Entrance Examination
- Complete certificate on university studies (Bachelor degree certificate with transcript of records including grading system and diploma supplement)
- English Language Certificate level B2 according to „Common European Framework of Reference for Languages of the Council of Europe“ or equivalent.
- Copy of your passport
IMPORTANT: Please observe the specifications and guidelines stated in the INTERNATIONAL APPLICATION GUIDELINES .
In the M.A. Animation and Game Entrance Exam applicants must demonstrate advanced competencies, knowledge and methodical skills relevant to the chosen specialization: “Technical Direction” or “Creative Direction”.
The Entrance Exam consists of two stages: a Portfolio Exam and an online interview. Applicants must pass the Portfolio Exam for admission to the interview.
You may only apply for one of the specializations. It is not possible to apply for both at the same time.
The Entrance Exam for each of the two specializations differs in application requirements and examination criteria.
