International University Partnerships
Students who are currently enrolled at one of our many Partner Universities are able to come to the ABK Stuttgart on student exchange for up to two semesters. Students must be nominated by their home universities to be eligible for the programme and must show a high degree of proficiency in their chosen field of studies. Students are expected to use their time to continue their studies in a new environment, by taking part in courses or projects (earning ECTS credits) and to explore the different possibilities available at the ABK Stuttgart. Students accepted in the Partner University Exchange programme are solely responsible for funding their exchange studies.
The exchange coordinator at your home institution must confirm your nomination to the Stuttgart State Academy of Art and Design by e-mail or letter. Applications from students who are not nominated will not be processed.
University Partnerships
International university exchanges (non-EU)
A list of international partner universities can be found here (pdf).
International university exchanges (Erasmus & Swiss Mobility)
For more information on our partner universities and exchange programms within Europe click here (pdf).
Partner Information Sheet
You can download the information sheet here (pdf).
Application
Application Process
Applications must include:
A portfolio of original works (8-12 images), application form (pdf), letter of motivation, letter of recommendation from a professor at your university, full and current CV and a copy of your passport.
Applications must be sent no later than 15th April or 15th October to the following address: international(at)abk-stuttgart.de
Please make sure to only send your application materials digitally!
Deadline for winter semester (September–February): 15th of April
Deadline for summer semester (March–August): 15th of October
Selection procedure
When your application is complete, it will be forwarded to the selection committee to be assessed. The ABK Stuttgart reserves the right to refuse or accept an applicant according to our admission‘s regulations. Selection and admittance are based on the application materials submitted, including the artistic quality of the applicant’s submitted portfolio, and also the number of study places available. We hope you will understand that due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to offer advice regarding the rejection of an application. You will be notified as soon as a decision regarding your application has been made.