Overview

If drawing comes to you as easy as breathing, then Illustration programme from SRH University is perfect for you. At the Berlin School of Design & Communication you explore various genres from graphic novels to picture books. You learn the art of storytelling and develop your own visual language.

Let your pencil case be your toolbox, just as much as digital instruments. You get to work for actual clients and are introduced to your future professional field, as you visit animation and illustration studios. You will be set for your career in arts, culture and the media.

Career opportunities:

As an illustrator you can work for all kinds of media companies. Start your own business and offer professional services to cultural and scientific institutions, advertising agencies and publishing houses. In addition, your job profile can include editorial, advisory and coordinating activities.

Illustrate digital and interactive media, print, websites, 3D animations, cartoons and motion pictures, computer games. Create special effects and character designs.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Narrative Illustration

Design / Communication Sciences

Media Lab

Concept Art

Design / Media Sciences

Character Design

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

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You can apply at any time. If you need a visa, it is recommended that you apply early, at least four months before the start of the semester.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

210 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Berlin, Germany

Disciplines

Graphic Design View 5 other Bachelors in Graphic Design in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

General higher education or university of applied sciences entrance qualification. If you have not graduated yet, apply with existing transcripts.

Portfolio with around 20 of your own creative works

Proof of English

Curriculum Vitae

Copy of your identity card or passport

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

9900 EUR / year

≈ 9900 EUR / year

Additional Details

€ 750 per month for EU/EEA students
€ 4,950 per semester for non-EU/non-EEA students

Living costs

Berlin

Germany

836 - 1340 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Berlin

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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