Integrated Design

Academic admission requirements

Application requirements for the Master in Integrated Design (MID):

1. University entrance qualification or an equivalent standard (e.g. secondary school graduation certificate)

2. Bachelor's or diploma degree in a course of study with substantial scientific or engineering content (for example, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Product Design, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Informatics); a focus on building, interior, structural or façade planning and/or design; and a minimum study duration of six semesters (180 credits)

It is recommended that applicants complete a three-month practical training or internship in the professional field of architecture, building, interior, structural and/or façade design or planning.

3. Evidence of the specific, that is, professional and methodological suitability for the Master in Integrated Design (MID) – see point 5 and 6

4. Evidence of English proficiency (see below)

5. Portfolio: Applicants must submit a portfolio that includes some of their most important and relevant work related to urban, architectural, building, or façade design and/or construction. Work samples should be submitted according to the following criteria:

three work samples from the previous course of study or professional experience, one of which, if possible, is the Bachelor's or Master's thesis or comparable final examination

two to three smaller work samples which demonstrate additional interests and specialised fields

up to two samples can be parts of team projects if the contribution of the applicant is indicated and clearly recognisable (The work samples must be submitted in a DIN A4-sized portfolio in a suitable data format, such as a PDF.)

a written explanation by the applicant describing the projects and the concepts behind each project (In the case of team work, the applicant should clearly indicate her/his role in the project. The applicant should limit her/his letter to one page!)

a written declaration that the applicant has produced the work samples on her or his own

6. Motivation letter and resume: Applicants must submit a motivation letter that should address their background as it relates to the requested specialisation (Façade Design or Computational Design).