Culture at the universities in Karlsruhe
At the universities in Karlsruhe, you can study culture or get involved in one of the many groups. Discover the diverse cultural study programs in Karlsruhe!
Cultural studies programs
Karlsruhe offers a wide range of cultural studies programs. Be inspired by the possibilities available to you and find the right program for you!
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Old school cool: The University of Arts and Design is still offering various diploma and master's degree programs out of conviction.
Diploma degree:
- Exhibition Design and Scenography
- Product Design
- Communication Design
- Media Art
Master's degree:
- Art Studies and Media Philosophy
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From instrumental music to music journalism, the University of Music offers a wide range of courses for anyone interested in music. Further information can be found here.
Bachelor's programs:
- Instrumental music (e.g., piano, flute, harp, more on the website)
- Voice
- Music theater directing
- Opera
- Conducting (orchestra, choir)
- Music theory
- Composition
- Musicology/music informatics
- Music journalism for radio and multimedia
Master's programs:
- Instrumental music
- Wind chamber music
- Conducting
- Singing
- Composition
- Song interpretation
- Music journalism for radio and multimedia
- Music education
- Music theater directing
- Music theory
- Musicology/music informatics
- Opera
- Strings Chamber music
- Contemporary music
Further information on the programs offered at the University of Music can be found here.
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At Karlshochschule, students can combine intercultural studies with management:
Bachelor of Arts: Intercultural Management
Further information about the program at Karlshochschule can be found here.
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KIT is more than just a technical university focusing on natural sciences, engineering, and economics. KIT also offers degree programs in the cultural field!
Bachelor of Arts:
- European Culture and History of Ideas (EUKLID)
- Art History
Master of Arts:
- European Culture and History of Ideas (EUKLID)
- Art History
Further information on degree programs at KIT can be found here.
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At the University of Education, students can continue their education with a master's degree in the cultural field.
Master of Arts:
- Intercultural Education, Migration, and Multilingualism
- Cultural Mediation
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At the Academy of Fine Arts, you can study “Fine Arts,” which is divided into two areas.
Degree: Diploma in Fine Arts
- Painting/Graphic Arts (no advertising or commercial art or design)
- Sculpture
Further information on the courses offered at the Academy of Fine Arts can be found here.
Culture to participate in
The universities in Karlsruhe offer a wide range of cultural activities for students. Whether as a spectator or a participant – take a look and get involved!
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Participate or just enjoy: The Karlsruhe University of Arts (HfG) organizes various exhibitions and performances to which everyone is invited.
The events at the HfG Karlsruhe can be found here. In addition, at the end of the summer semester each year, you can take a look behind the scenes at the HfG Karlsruhe. At this summer exhibition, students also present their works and projects.
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The Karlsruhe University of Music offers various events in which students can participate, but everyone is welcome to attend as a spectator.
Throughout the year, the university organizes a wide variety of events and concerts featuring its own students. Keep your eyes open and check the event calendar to see all upcoming projects.
The program of the student union is also always worth a look!
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The Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences – Business and Technology has its own choir, which you can join as a student. Of course, this includes public performances where you can showcase your talent in front of a large audience.
The university choir is called vocal resources – come and check it out!
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In cooperation with student and other institutes, the KIT offers a wide range of cultural activities in which students can participate, from the student cultural center and the AKK to the university orchestra and more.
What KIT has to offer in terms of culture:
- Opportunities to learn other languages
- Various institutes, such as the student cultural center and the AKK (Arbeitskreis Kultur und Kommunikation, working group for culture and communication), offer activities including orchestras, choirs, theater, international evenings, and much more.
You can find more detailed information about the individual institutes and what they offer here under the “Culture” tab.
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The State Academy of Fine Arts in Karlsruhe regularly organizes exhibitions that are open to the public.
The art academy's exhibition calendar provides information about the latest art exhibitions showcasing the various works of the students.
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In addition to musical groups you can join, the Karlsruhe University of Education (PH Karlsruhe) also has a practical discount agreement with the Badisches Staatstheater.
The cultural offerings at PH Karlsruhe include a variety of ensembles at the Institute of Music and its own big band.
Through a partnership with the Badisches Staatstheater, PH Karlsruhe offers the “Studi-Flatrate”, which allows students to attend performances at the Staatstheater free of charge.