University of the Arts Bremen

About University of the Arts Bremen

The University of the Arts Bremen is a public university in the German city of Bremen. It was founded in 1873 and is now one of the most successful artistic institutions in the world. With roughly 900 students, 65 professors, and 180 assistant professors, the University of the Arts Bremen administers a Faculty of Fine Arts and Design and a Faculty of Music. International students make up about 45% of the university’s student body.

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Overall Ranking

The university has a ranking of 4660 of 14,160 in the World, 1258 of 2,789 in Europe, 185 of 370 in Germany, 4 of 6 in Bremen State, and 4 of 5 in Bremen City.

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Courses Offered for International Students

The University of the Arts Bremen’s Faculty of Art & Design and Music provides bachelor’s and master’s degree programs for international students in areas such as:

1. Fine Arts
2. Integrated Design and Digital Media
3. Performance
4. Music Education
5. Church Music
6. Orchestral Academy

Scholarships and financial aids:

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Internships near University of the Arts Bremen

Students can study while earning money by participating in internships offered by universities. Students can apply directly on the university’s website. However, internships with companies like Reishunger, McDonald’s, and Airbus are also available and are applied online.

Jobs near University of the Arts Bremen

Part-time jobs are available at the university, with suggestions and offers, such as student assistant positions inside the university or work outside the university (e.g. in cultural institutions). This may be done right on the university’s website. Students can work part-time in companies like Friedehorst, hmmh multimediahaus, and HANSA-FLEX AG.

Housing and Accommodation

The University of Bremen’s Student service provides rooms in student halls of residence as well as a free recommendation service for privately rented rooms and flats. In order to hire a place to stay, you must be there in person. Students can, however, choose for shared accommodations outside of the institution, which costs between €200 and €450/month.

Cost of Living

Despite the fact that the University of Arts Bremen is a public institution with no tuition fees, students must pay an administration fee of €196,92 every semester. The average monthly cost of living in Bremen is around €850.

Category	Expensive City [in Euro]	Average [in Euro]	Small town [in Euro]	Comments
Rent	500	375	200	Depending on the location
Semester Fees	350	200	110	Per semester
Transportation	0	0	0	The cost of transportation is already included in the semester fees.
Public Insurance	110	110	110	Insurance does not depend on cities.
Private Insurance	35	35	35	you can choose either public or private insurance.
Radio Bill	18.36	18.36	18.36	Per month
Mobile	20	15	8	Mobile bill does not depend on cities. Usually it cost 8-20 euro per month
Groceries	220	200	160	Depending on your choice
Miscellaneous	200	150	100	Depending on your choice
Total [with Public Insurance]	1,418	1,068.36	706.36	Per month
Total [with Private Insurance]	1,343	993.63	631.36	Per month

Places to visit near the University

Bremen is located on Germany’s lower Weser River and is officially known as the “Free Hanseatic City of Bremen” (Freie Hansestadt Bremen). This dynamic port is not only the capital of the Land of Bremen, but it is also one of the country’s main seaports and hubs of seaborne trade.

1. Bremen’s colorful facades with the Bremer Roland statue– There’s no better way to learn about a German town or city than to visit the ancient marketplace or Marktplatz. The scenic Marktplatz, located in Bremen’s Old Town (Altstadt) and very much the beating heart of this ancient city, is home to many of the city’s main attractions.
2. Bremen Town Hall– The Bremen Town Hall (Bremer Rathaus, commonly known as City Hall) is a lovely brick Gothic edifice in the city’s Marktplatz. It was built in 1410 and is known for its lavish Renaissance front, which was completed later in 1612.
3. The German Maritime Museum– It is a museum dedicated to the maritime industry in Germany. The German Maritime Museum (Deutsches Schiffahrtsmuseum) is a fantastic museum dedicated to the country’s rich nautical heritage. It is located in Bremerhaven’s Old Harbor, some 60 km north of Bremen.

The University of the Arts Bremen provides students with an environment in which they may develop their own unique and creative selves. The University encourages critical thinking in an open, friendly environment that fosters creative inquiry and contemplation. Bremen is home to more than 30,000 students. In addition to the University of the Arts, the city is home to four more university-level institutions and a huge number of research institutions. Bremen’s high-quality educational facilities and excellent quality of life attract the majority of students.