Architectural and Cultural Heritage (M. A.)

Department Architecture, Facility Management and Geoinformation

Course content and objectives

The need for preservation, conservation, and rehabilitation of heritage sites is not new, however, working as an expert in the restoration sector is a relatively young specialization in architecture worldwide. In the changing scenario of uncertainty in the world, enhanced efforts to preserve the cultural and architectural heritage for the next generation are required. The Master's Program 'Architectural and Cultural Heritage' is the formal teaching approach in this area. We endeavor to develop new knowledge, raise new questions based on the changing contexts, while at the same time equip ourselves with the best practices in the sector of Building Restoration. Our program is an amalgamation of Theory, Design, and Research and is closely connected with the region's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the State Office for the Preservation of Historical Monuments in Saxony-Anhalt, and the State Archives in Saxony-Anhalt.

Requirements

University Degree
The master program Architectural and Cultural Heritage (MAC) is proud to attract students from all over the world to come and study in the famous Bauhaus City Dessau.

This Master of Arts Program requires successful completion of a Diploma or a Bachelor/Master's degree in the field of Architecture, Archaeology, History of Art, Civil Engineering, Geography, Facility Management, History, Interior Design, or Surveying Technology. Other alternatively, relevant professional experience related to cultural heritage preservation can be considered. We accept Bachelor and Diploma degrees with a minimum of 3 years of the regular curriculum; either has to amount to 180 credits to be eligible.

In exceptional case: Candidates may also be admitted based on relevant work experience or exceptional interest in the preservation and conservation sector. This consideration can only be done by contacting the department of MAC before applying formally, via E-Mail afg-admission-mac(at)hs-anhalt.de.
Language Skills
Proficiency in the English Language is an admission requirement for this Master's Program. You must submit proof of proficiency in the English Language through certifying exams such as IELTS (6.5), TOEFL (605 paper-based, 88 internet-based), Cambridge, etc. with a minimum level of B2. Native English speakers or those who have completed their last Qualification (e.g. Bachelors, Masters) with English as the Language of Instruction do not need to furnish earlier mentioned certificates and submit instead documents issued from the former University that stating the same.

Career Opportunities

There are countless career possibilities for graduates of the Architectural and Cultural Heritage Master’s Degree Program. Some popular choices include working as an expert in restoration projects, project management for historical sites, developing concepts for a thoughtful and intentional approach to restoration and conservation of monuments/ buildings, and historical building research work, often to work in and contribute to the academic field.

Career Opportunities

Important information & links

Academic Calendar

You can find all important dates for your study (such as the re-registration period and examination periods, etc.) here.

Anhalt International

Openness and tolerance are two of Anhalt University’s core principles. The International Office (IO) coordinates the University’s activities throughout the world. Students who are planning to do an internship in another country or study abroad can get information, advice on scholarships, and contacts to partner universities throughout (almost) the entire world. Here you find any information for you as an international applicant and student.

Program Structure

The MAC Program is modular. The standard period of study, including the examination time, is four semesters. To earn an M.A. in Architectural and Cultural Heritage, students are required to complete modules in several categories, including Compulsory (Mandatory) Courses (Humanities & Techniques), Electives and Projects, culminating their studies with a Final Thesis. Students may begin this course of study in either the Winter or the Summer Semester, as all classes are available every semester.

During your studies

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Formalities at HS Anhalt

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Digital Services

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Curriculum

1st Semester

H1.1 Theory of Monumental Heritage

The MAC program offers the participants of this program an introduction to German history and culture in the first semester as a way to facilitate their way around Germany. Proper information from museums, archives, and literature is part of the basic knowledge required in heritage conservation. The conservator must be able to analyze and inventory a monument. To enter into the professional discourse, the motivation, history, and management of monuments in various countries will be analyzed, and different laws for the protection of historic monuments and art heritage discussed. Many people consider the reconstruction of monuments as a sort of conservation, which means that this issue has to be fully analyzed and understood. Furthermore, there are always different societal interests as well as those of builders, architects, and preservationists, which must be taken into account. Because the course of history never stops, we need strategies to find out how to develop cultural heritage in the future, for this reason, designing in a historical.
H1.2 Theory of Architecture I

This compulsory module covers the main-function of buildings as habitat. The concept of housing varies over historical periods. Current and historical floor plans reflect their societies and the way people lived together. Whether they were young or old or separated men from women, houses had different characteristics. Large and small families lived together in different orders. If there were old, splitter or quartering could be reproduced in the arrangement of rooms. Residential buildings were often made of perishable materials, mostly wood. Therefore, in this semester design is covered parallel to the material. Teachers analyze exemplary house landscapes. Also, the students examine the function and age of furniture and inventory the features of the interior. The Timberwork-Center Quedlinburg brings the potential of the world's cultural heritage in the course. The semester includes an excursion to the city.
T1.1 Techn. Fundamentals of Monumental Heritage

Alongside humanities dimensions, preservation requires several technical skills, including technical drawing and the use of surveying equipment. The students examine and analyze historical buildings, a room-book completes the record of the various monuments, and the data enables virtual reconstructions and three-dimensional representations of the structures.
The seminar also covers knowledge of the particular soil characteristics, building materials, building physics, and building construction in monument preservation, as well as the importance of color concepts in historical buildings.
T1.2 Build. Methods & Structures Made Organic Mat.

Parallel to the seminar in humanities, the technique of wood-based materials is also analyzed by discussing the differences in material, texture, and pests. The basic techniques for the analysis and dating of wooden materials are the C-14 method, the dendrochronology, the endoscopy, and the thermography. The development of wood construction is mediated in detail using the construction of post-column structures, the headrail construction, and log constructions. The students learn how half-timbered structures can be renovated. In this seminar, the history of the frameworks and their representation are also introduced. We pay special attention to the particular importance of color in medieval towns.

2nd Semester

H2.1 Garden Heritage Preservation

The first part of the 2nd Semester focuses on the preservation of historic gardens. Beginning with the wonders of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, several examples of the ancient world are discussed. In medieval Europe, monastery gardens had a lasting effect. The expression of the Huguenots garden is one example. Aside from the design, they were conceived as a particular fruit and vegetable garden. In this context, they were also used for funerals. This development can be found in the new Friedwald concept. In the Renaissance and Baroque more representative installations are found, and labyrinths were introduced as a special design. In all cultures, gardens have a special significance, as they have in China, Japan, India, and many other countries. Britain was able to implement this knowledge and shaped a new typology in the 18th Century with the English gardens. Orangery and zoo gardens implied expression of this development. An enlightened duke formed a garden kingdom in Anhalt-Dessau that was an example for the rest of the continent. Only the nouveau garden and the gardens of the modern age contributed to new ideas. Of particular importance are state and national Gardens. In future concepts, industrial areas will be included as well.
H2.2 Theory of Architecture II

'When mankind built in stone, they did it for the gods or the godlike.' Stone buildings were not common as a part of the nature of a landscape, and they were often a representative expression of the thinking of an era. It is significant that almost all older wooden temples in subsequent periods 'petrified'. Should men or his gods survive beyond their normal lifespan in a building, the stone was the preferred material. Sacred buildings determine by religious concepts learned while interacting with their architecture. Still today, the builder loves proclaiming this concept by constructing towers for a bank or insurance company. Only military buildings have to be understood differently. Their development will be analyzed from the prehistoric fortifications, from castles to modern fortifications.
T2.1 Techn. Fund. of Garden Heritage Perservation

Historic gardens require basic plant knowledge. Flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees require different conditions. They have to be seen in connection with the soil, water, and weather. Potential pest damage must be prevented. Garden tools help keep the plants in good condition. The use of water in the form of fountains and ponds will be covered. Cemetery and zoo gardens present their own set of challenges and require maintenance tailored to their specific conditions. Similarly, landscape furniture and color concepts are presented alongside the Basics of historic gardens.
T2.2 Build. Methods & Structures of Inorganic Mat.

To build in natural stone, students need to know about geology and its possible uses. Stone-masons created tools that made it possible to process hard materials. A lot of technical rules have to be taken into account. In landscapes without natural stones, the clay would be used and transformed into bricks. They have their characteristics, but are similar in many details and allow certain architectural elements such as arches and vaults and many other examples. The Baroque incorporated false vaults, stucco, and stucco lustro. To deal with the massive buildings, students must learn to work with mortar and plaster. In religious buildings, the color had a particular role and will be specifically analyzed.

3rd Semester

H3.1 Designing of the City

The enlightenment opened the door for industrialization, which was first adopted by England. Many early buildings with steel structures, concrete structures, and steel buildings are a testament to this change. Many researchers consider the French Revolution and its architecture as the birth of modernity. This period was only looking for new forms. Its first expression was to be seen in the Palladian Classicism or the Neo-Gothic in England. The Anhalt-Dessau region was a pioneer in adopting this style within the continent. This development ultimately led to eclecticism (historicism) and eventually to irrelevance. French Art Deco or Art Nouveau was not a sustainable breakthrough. The change in Europe was produced by the classic modernism with influences from Asia and America. One of the icons of this time is the Bauhaus in Dessau. Neo-classicism could not stop its move forward. Excursions to the Bauhaus-archive, to Gropius and van der Rohe buildings, enrich the teachings of this semester.
H3.2 Theory of Architecture III

Over the last 10,000 years, humanity took several great strides in its development.
In the first step, they evolved from hunters and gatherers to farmers. This was followed by a significant concentration of the population, which led to regional differences in settlement forms. Sometimes settlements were established through specific planning. Cities appeared as a consequence of craftsmen's specialization and as a result of new services and trade. Industrialization increased efficiency, which led to a concentration of the population in cities, rather than in the countryside. Cities need more services that qualify as another kind of specialization (for example, the city hall, hippodrome, amphitheater, theater, hospital, etc.). Urban structures express the form in which power and society are organized. The first mega-cities will be analyzed according to their origins and evolution. The medieval European town changed drastically with the abolition of the defense (structure or quarters). Together with population growth as a result of industrialization block quarters were compressed. The Charter of Athens tried to propose new perspectives for modern urban planning. In the coming decades, however, its limits will be met and must be updated. Here, the monuments need to be assessed, as they are a change in the ensemble. Future concepts do not see growth everywhere. Inhabited places and the handling of memorial structures will be a future.
T3.1 Technical Fundamentals of Modernity

New building materials were introduced into the industry. Although not discoveries, their use in larger amounts in construction was new to the industry. As early as the 19th century the technology of iron and steel could be used for skyscrapers. New technologies accelerated the production of glass and breakthroughs in building materials were made with the fusion of steel and concrete. Progressively many materials, usually made of plastic, have been added. These materials are fundamental to the restoration of modern buildings. Similarly, the preservation of the early monuments of modernity implies a special challenge. Colors were treated differently than in previous eras.
T3.2 Building Methods & Structures in the City

Cities have a lot of infrastructures that are relevant for monument conservation. Historical road construction can complete a monument complex. The infrastructure of mass transit systems such as trains, trams, and underground railways can be interesting for a monumental status. One subject of the seminar is the restoration of historic train stations, etc. Access to a water supply ranging from Roman aqueducts to modern water towers ensured survival in the cities. In case of fire, the fire department needed to have access to it. Likewise, contaminated water was remitted.
Wind and water mills to grind grain, and oil or to pump water were part of the cities. The street lighting of the town was early secured. Many aspects of the technical heritage will be addressed in this seminar. It provides an overview of the environmental issues that affect cities, and the role monuments play in this discussion.

4th semester

Master Thesis
This is the dedicated semester for the students to write their 20 weeks long master thesis. When all the prerequisite courses mentioned in the Course structure are done, the student has applied to the board of Monumental Heritage to start writing the thesis.

Before applying formally for starting the master thesis, you have to keep these points in mind:
1. All prerequisite courses are done.
2. You must have one professor from this institution as your first master supervisor.
3. You have talked personally to the professors with whom you want to do your thesis.
4. The master supervisor must be of Professor designation, and according to German academic rule there is no payment - it is a volunteer task.
5. You must present what information already existing for your proposed thesis topic.
When you are ready with all these points, fill up these forms (as below listed) and submit them.

Best of luck!

More details can be found under the following topics

Instructions on the Preparation of Master Thesis [PDF]

Proposal Master Thesis [DOC]

Application for Final Thesis [PDF]

Reformulation of the Topic of the Final Thesis [PDF]

Application for Extension of Thesis Topic Writing and Research Time [PDF]
Master Colloquium

The master thesis is defended in the context of a presentation. The presentation can be individually accompanied by analog or digital media.

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Master Thesis

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Important Documents for the Master Thesis

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Master Thesis MMH

2021

Ezgi Ali Pechlivan: CYCLADIC ISLANDS: CASE OF SANTORINI Bridging The Tourism and Productivity of Indigenaus Population in Santorini

Minahil Arif: The Black Lives Matter Movement and the War of Monuments

Basit Adekunle Azeez: Introduction of Vernacular Modernism to Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria Laterite Clay as the Subject Material to Achieving Affordable Housing.

Kakulahandhi Premawardana Dushan Melroy: Architectural Interventions for Abandoned Rock Quarries in Sri Lanka

Mohamad Ghazal Aswad : Adaptive reuse of the industrial heritage in Berlin A case study of Eiswerk "ice factory"

Mustafa Hilmi Gumus: Technologies used in the conservation of monumental and architectural heritage

Dushan Melroy Kakulahandhi Premawardana: Architectural Interventions for Abandoned Rock Quarries in Sri Lanka

Shahrzad Shahhosseini: Preserving Tehrans's Amini-Al-Sultan House-Garden and Reusing it as a Boutique Hotel

Tao Wu: Traditional Street Shape Characteristics of Studies in Kashgar Ancient City as an Example in Qiasa
2020

Somayeh Akbaritakhtmeshloo: Adaptive Reuse of Ice Factory (Eisfabrik) in Berlin Industrial Heritage Buildings Adaptive Re-use A single case study method.

Shravanth Balasubramanian: Indus Valley Civilization and its impact on Civil Engineering.

Majid Ebrahimpour: Impact of Political Changes on National Heritage Gardens of Iran Case Study of Shiraz Persian Gardens before and after Iran Islamic Revolution.

Chizoba Chikwado Ekwuilo: Modernization of Architectural Building in Nigeria from Pre-Colonial to Post-Colonial Era.

Shivaranjani Erode Rangarajan Kannabbhiran: Reconstruction of a timber work house of 17th century Hangenau, Northrhine Westphalia.

Mahsa Fathi Aghchekand: Adaptive Reuse of Bischofskurie / Domplatz 1 / Naumburg (Saale).

Yingyi Gao: The Grottenberg, Paretz - Reconstruction Progress of Grotto and Research of Japanese Teahouse.

Nisa Gashi: Missing Identity War damage on cultural heritage, Kosovo 1997 - 1999.

Ahmet Göreke: The Struggle of Historical Urban Squares against Urban Regeneration.

Mai Hussein Ahmed Hussein: Cairo urban sprawl -New Administrative Capital- What is of value and should not be destroyed?

Musibau Babatunde Kareem: Monuments and their creation of space - impacts on the city image. A case study of Bauhaus Dessau.

Sai Prasanna Lolam: "The Laubenganghaus", Dessau.

Adetayo Timothy Manuwa: Afrobeat Music as Cultural Heritage: Analysis of Afrobeat music of Nigeria and it's potential for inscription into World Intangible Cultural Heritage List.

Nasim Nejati: Rehabilitation and Redevelopment Plan of Oudlajan Neighborhood in Tehran, Iran. With the Approach of Baukultur.

Md Mahabur Rahaman: Management Approaches for Preservation of Naturalheritage: The case study of Sundarbans, Mangrove Forest, Bangladesh.

Sneha Rajagopalan Sreedharan: Role of Culture in Modern Architecture, India (Case of Achyut Kanvinde).

Ali Sadi: The Preservation of tradintional Houses in the old city of Annaba, Toward political and social recognition of vernacular heritage values in Algeria.

Ahmed Munef Mohammed Saleh: How to protect a Heritage site in wartime Case study of Shibam Hadhramaut, Yemen

Laleh Shahsavani: License to impress: How Berlin Spy Museum compares to Washington Spy Museum and how could follow and build upon a management template set by its American sister institution to excel in its own development of Sustainable Tourism.

Nataly Solorza Martin: Heritage and Museum: A dialogue between Reconstuction and Representation through Berlin Ishtar gate.

Chunyi Song: Reconstruction of a landlords House (Giesking North Rhine-Westphalia).

Barirah Tahir: Challenges to the Rescue of the Ruins of Tematín Castle and Feasible Suggestions.

Shan-Ti Tsai: Potential of Taiwan's Sugar Industial Cultural Routes.

Jianjian Xu: Contrast of Protection and Management System for Modernist Monumental Housing Estates between Xian and Berlin

Yuliang Yan: Characteristics of Chinese Rural Heritage Case study of the Villages of Mid-Lu District.

Yuanyuan Yin: City Historical and cultural Blocks Regeneration Design Strategy Research - Taking Chongqing Ciqikou Ancient Town as an Example

Fan Zhang: Based On The Background Of Big Data, The Current Situation Of Thangka Art Inheritance In Huangnan Area Of Qinghai Province And Its Protection Countermeasures

Rosemah Zia: Heritage Preservation in War, pre and post war strategies and proactive strategies applied to UNESCO World heritage site in Lahore Pakistan War and Climatic changes as emergency.

Sumira Zia: Comparison between Tourism of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan and Cairo, Egypt.
2019

Muhammad Safian Ahmed: Conserving Cultural Values of Heritage Buildings in Karachi.

Muhammad Ali: The Bauhaus and the influences of historical design concepts.

Haya Aljendi: The Role of Culture and Community Participation in the Process of Heritage Reconstruction.

Karim Muhammad Mahmoud Hassan Amer: Adaptive reuse of the Red Hook's Grain Terminal

Haritha Anne: Cracking "The Office color palette design" code.

Monica Anne: Cultural Influences on Architecture.

Tian Bian: Urban Renewal Design For "Southern Four Plots" in Jiading.

Tianyi Bian: Studies on Protection and Development of Lotus Street-baihuazhou Historical and Cultural District.

Walid Salah Abdeltawwab Borayek: Islamic Architecture in Egypt.

Thi Phuong Thao Bui: Erdmannsdorffstraße Hostel and Restaurant - Adaptive Reuse Project

Zhuoru Chen: Restoration steps and techniques on historical "panels" which used illogical paints after old recipes.

Sophon Chuesai: A study on preservation of historical community.

Noora Asaad Dahham Dahham: Reconfiguring the cultural and architectural heritage significance in the cultural landscape of the Mesopotamian Marshlands.

Taraneh Damghani: Revival of an old "Modern" Architectural Heritage of Tehran, Iran Plasco - The case of the building.

Xiaokang Du: Conservation and Revitalization of Historical and Cultural Blocks in Kunming.

Alim Feyzulayev: The potential of Heritage Impact Assessment as a planning tool for sustainable management of urban heritage. The case study of Bukhara, Uzbekistan.

Sarah Claire Günsche: The Catastrophe of Wind Farms.

Mohammad Imran Hossen: Conservation and Preservation of Historic city of Panam, Sonargoan, Bangladesh.

Hung-Yu Huang: Better understanding our retrieved memory: A case study of the Stobi archaeological site.

Harshini Koppuravuri: Sustainability through Traditional Architecture.

Bingbin Li: Revitalization of a Medieval Monumental Heritage: Adaptive reuse design of the Mothe Chandeniers castle.

Chang Li: Revitalization of the Qingyuan block.

Xiaoyi Liu: Significance of management plan within heritage conservation in China.

Wenzhenxiang Lu: Research on the actual questions of Kaifeng Po Tower.

Seyedhesam Mirsafdari: Impact of Modern Technology on the Visual Integrity of Historic Cities.

Elnaz Mostaan: Community integration and participation of immigrants through the practice of intangible heritage assets in case of Germany-Berlin.

Xingyu Mu: Heritage Architecture in Cultural and Creative Products.

Indrajit Nath: Database for Architectural Heritage and it's long term preservation.

Amena Medhat Ezzeldin Nour: The Practice of Community Archaeology in Egypt's Cultural Heritage.

Muhiz Adebola Ogunwomoju: Socio-Economic Impact of Cultural Heritage and Tourism in Lagos State, Nigeria.

Helena Ponce Maia: The Bauhaus and the influences of historical design concepts.

Shengnan Ren: A study on historical developement of concrete technology and its reuse as recycling concrete aggregate.

Md Shahjahan: A study on historical developement of concrete technology and its reuse as recycling concrete aggregate.

Haiyang Sun: Protection and Renewal of Historical Block in Qingdao.

Petpailin Suwandara: The influence of western architecture on the development of architecture typology in the old city of Phuket, Thailand during the colonal period.

Dynie Siputri Titi: Construction of Segaran Pool from Majapahit Kingdom.

Linjun Tong: Magdeburg cathedral.

Kerstin Anne Vent: Architectural surveying by means of drones through the example of the Cathedral of Magdeburg.

Hao Wang: Rebuild the Old Governorate Building in Iraq.

I-Wei Wu: Break to continuity?

Bohao Yang: A discussion between the two strategies which developed for historic building in modern society.

Benli You: Color System Analysis as one method for Monumental Protection.
2018

Eglal Sayed Mohamed Helmy Abdelbar: Strategies for revitalizing a historic town.

Omar Abdulfatah Kotb Abdulnaem: The Impact of Informality on World Heritage City, examining the case of Historic Cairo.

Shaden Samih Saber Abu Amrieh: Study of the approaches used for Urban Regeneration and Preservation.

Mhammad Alkhatib: Adaptiv Reuse of the Fortress of Santa Caterina, Favignana, Italy.

Guzel Aybusheva: Typology of Serial Housing and Preservation Criteria in Russian City Kazan.

Zena Bshara: Theoretical Analysis of the Exceptionality Factor of Post-Conflict Monument Reconstruction.

Yanwen Cao: Value of Cultural Interpretation in the Rural Heritage of China.

Qiaoqi Chen: Future of Mountain Villages in Northern China.

Chang Cui: Analysis on the Protection and Design Strategy of contemporary Site Park in Hernan Province.

Adeolu Adeoye Elemuren: Adaptive - reuse of the Güterschuppen, Dessau.

Zhijian Ge: Tourism Management Framework for the Cultural Heritage Site of Water Springs in Jinan, China.

Ziwen Guan: Restoration and Adaptive Re-use of the Industrial Heritage of Eisfabrik in Berlin.

Xitong Guo: Academy-building near the Bauhaus.

Kamrul Hasan: The Architectural value, restoration and renovation of Karl-Marx-Str. 183, 12043 Berlin, Germany.

Nouran Osama Salaheldin Ali Hassanien: Renovating of the city by its craft.

Long Huang: Study an the society and architecture development on the coastal city in China - QingDao.

Suman Karmacharya: The Nepalese Pagoda Temple Architecture.

Shuo Li: Study on Construction Technologies of Taditional Dwellings in Zhengzhou.

Yitong Li: The Value of Adaptive Reuse for Abandoned Industrial Heritage.

Zhaohui Li: Protection of old buildings in urban construction and development - based on an example of Qingdao.

Jingyan Lyu: The difference between Chinese and European ancient architecture.

Anamani Mbenja Clovert: The economic importance of tourism in developing countries: case study Limbe/ Cameroon.

Abbass Mouawia: Preservation of the traditional lebanese house architecture.

Suna Irem Öker: The Effect of Social Media on Art Museum.

Sai Prasanth Palapareddy: Conservation Techniques and Ancient Indian Construction Technology.

Amit Paul: Design Modular houses for solving refugee shelter problem in Bangladesh.

Alireza Rezvanian: The principles of design for adaptive re-use in a historic setting. Case study: Saltanat Abad Garden.

Md Rubel: The cultural heritage value of Lamdani.

Jiand Sanjarani Pour: Building Preservation with the Aid of 3D Laser Scanning in the Case of Bauhaus Building.

Narjes Tamalli: The Changes of Column and Beam Structures of Wooden Buildings in North China.

Quangeng Wang: Comparative Research on Restauration Techniques of Wood Structure Buildings between Germany and China.

Wai Hin Wong: Community Participation in Heritage Management: A Case Study of Hong Kong's Conservation Approaches.

Andi Xu: Site-specific event design in heritage site.

Mengqi Yang: Combining characteristics of areas to protect and renovate historic district.

Tianyu Yang: Academy-building near the Bauhaus.

Bowen Yu: Fire Prevention and Protection of Historic Wooden Structures.

Yiran Yue: The impact of social ideologies on heritage exploitation and protection.

Sara Zaineldin: Mapping urban heritage values in the old city of Tripoli Lebanon.
2017

Zainal Abdin: Heritage preservation in Pakistan and international perspective.

Sayed Ahmed: The urban settelment study of the distinctive district in old Dhaka according to vernacular pattern.

Sharmin Akter: Conservation of Adobe Architecture in Bangladesh (Case study - Palpara, Paharpus).

Rand Ahmed Abdulazeez Al-Raali: The Choice of rebuilding Nimrud.

Ron Anto: Above all! Adaptive Reuse of "Wasserturm" in Germany.

Awais Aqdus: Impact of Politics on Heritage Conservation - a case study of Pakistan: the Orange Metro-Line Train Project.

Mohammadreza Askari Nazari: Heritage Tourism Development in Bisotoun - Iran.

Jimi Awad: The destroyed ancient city of Aleppo heritage and cultural values.

Gülsah Bayazit: Adaptive Reuse: It's potential for Historic Preservation in the 21th century.

Faouzia Ben Khoud: Courtyards and the entrance system of Traditional Houses in the Medina of Tunis.

Mirana Chaklader: Designing Effective Educational Space for Early Childhood Development. - Impact of surroundings and role of heritage, strategies and standards.

Benjamaporn Chantawong: Cultural Heritage and Flood Protection in Historic city of Ayutthaya, Thailand.

Peng Cheng: Historical Heritage and Contemporary Art.

Mohamed Khaled Hanafy Gab Alla: Villa design as a summer residence near the Mediterranean Sea, Alanya, Turkey.

Peijin Guo: Contrast and research on the protection of ancient villages in China and Germany.

Yang Guo: The comparison based on the protection of timber structure dwellings between China and Germany.

Xiaying Han: The Impacts on Hand-crafted Jewelry of Digital Technologies.

Md Morad Al Hasan: In the footsteps of Dan Brown - Monumental places between reality and fiction.

Hamida Juma Ismail: Tourism Managment Plan for Thatta. Pakistan.

Juan Jia: Old town and village conservation.

Tarek Kabbani: Al-Bimaristan Al-Arghoni.

Qingyang Li: Research on the Green Technology in the Retrofitting and Renewal of Existing Buildings in Germany.

Yihua Liu: Renovation design of Yinhuang Village.

Zhuoqun Liu: Renovation design of Yinhuang Village.

Shuwei Lyu: Hugo Junkers Technical Museum digital navigation guidance system design.

Liudmila Matrashova: Monumental Heritage as educational tool.

Hossain Mohammad Millat: Urbanization in the surrounding of Lalbagh fort, Lalbagh, old Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Kristen Gray Munchheimer: Paradoxes in the Conservation of Modern Architecture.

Ruoyin Niu: Study on the inprovement of energy-saving technology on traditional dwelling in Central area of Henan province.

Olushola Opeyemi Ogundeji: Cultural Heritage and Tourism Development in Nigeria.

Jülide Öz: Traditional Turkish Houses as cultural heritage in Buldan, Denizli, Turkey.

Ashish Rathore: Comparison of Restoration Technique and Laws between India and Germany.

Fabiana Rodriguez Aguilar: Stylistic Comparative Analysis of the Houses in the city of Vigan, Philippines and Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala.

Fangxu Song: Protection and Renovation of historical block.

Adiwan Manguntirto Suwono: The Architectural Iconography of Borobudur. A Study of Geometry of the Temple and its Correlation to the Historic Preservation.

Ivan Varenikov: Public in Monumental Heritage.

Yuanyuan Wu: Turkey Villa.

Jiaxi Xu: Technikmuseum Hugo Junkers - Landscape Design.

Maryam Zafarishokraneh: Reflecting of monument reconstruction principles on collective identity.

Nur-E Zannat: Wooden furniture restoration prozess.

Xiaoyin Zhang: The policies of monumental heritage conservation and restoration. - The comparisons between China and Europe.
2016

Xiaoling Dai: Villas architekture in Turkey.

Wangfei Dong: Shanghai sports architecture retrofits study.

Lan Duo: The preservation of Bauhaus furniture.

Syarifah Fitriyah: Revitalization Monument to Integrate Heritage, Western Culture, and Immigration.

Xiaying Han: Carlo Scarpa and Monument Renovation.

Faraneh Jahromishirazi: Revitalization and Management of urban decay, Particulary in Bazaar district. Tehran, Iran.

Ning Jia: Revitalization of the historical district Tanhualin in Wuhan City.

Wen Jin: Bauhaus Museum Dessau.

Shiva Khamesian: Mannsfelder Kupfer und Messing GmbH. Build a new factory in an old building.

Homyra Adib Khan: Earthqaukes in Nepal and the destruction of monuments.

Anastasiia Klevets: Reconstructed Heritage: Historical Monument or Reminder of History?

Gerasimos Kouros: Nationalism and Cultural identity. The neo-Greek example.

Feng Li: Lianyun Street reconstruction.

Liuyi Li: Wine factory in a historical cloister.

Pengyang Li: Villas architecture in Turkey.

Yue Li: Study on Conservation Inside the Nanjing City Wall.

Yuwei Li: Revitalization of "Taifeng Flour Mill" in Ningbo.

Ding Lin: Winery factory.

Na Liu: Kristallpalast (Crystal Palace) in Dessau.

Yuanchao Luo: Conservation and reformation of the urban historical museum in Dessau.

Hui Ma: Research on protection and development of Chinese traditional residences.

Fatjon Mlloja: Social Housing in Albania: The case of Tirana.

Abdulmajid Mohammad: War and Heritage. The old quarter of Aleppo.

Zawad Montashir: Analysis and Design of Seismic Retrofit of reinforced concrete buildings under different intensities of Earthquake loading in Germany.

Jeniffer Elena Montes Murcia: From Romanesque to Baroque, an overview of two UNESCO World Heritage sites (Germany and Guatemala).

Artemisia Nikoli: The preservation and presentation of archaeological sites in Greece.

Xiaogong Niu: Protection and reuse of industrial heritage - Beijing 798 Art district.

Hyein Park: Refugee and Home.

Samira Poorjam: Mannsfelder Kupfer und Messing GmbH. Build a new factory in an old building.

Xixi Sun: Villa design in Turkey.

Qin Tao: Comics as a way to attract young people for monuments.

Jianing Wang: The Protection and Revival Design of Fangding Village.

Junyi Wang: Villa design in Turkey.

Lu Wang: Villa in Alanya/ Turkey.

Xiao Wang: Comics as a way to attract young people for monuments.

Guolong Wei: Villas architecture in Turkey.

Juan Wu: Reinvent an architectural icon, the New York State Pavillion.

Xi Wu: Villa in Alanya/ Turkey.

Hongxiang Xu: Villa in Alanya/ Turkey.

Xinkai Xu: Villa in Alanya/ Turkey.

Zhengxi Ye: Conservation issues in Postmodernism Architecture.

Ruihai Yuan: Development and protection of the ancient city of Lijiang.

Hongli Zhang: Wine factory in a historical cloister.

Jikai Zhang: Investigation and rehabilitation of Zhongshan Road, Tsingtao, China.

Piannan Zhang: Villa design in Turkey.

Xiaoyu Zhang: Villa in Alanya/ Turkey.

Chaochen Zuo: Villa in Alanya/ Turkey.
2015

Jully Catherin Acuna Suarez: Heritage and Art. Dialogue between contemporary art and heritage.

Ravshan Alirzaev: Influence of the facilities on the city development.

Rabson Joseph Bota: Multifunctional ETFE building skins for regenerative energy.

Zhuo Chen: Study on the Conservation Planning of Xian City Wall.

Xinfeng Cui: "Centre for Art and Culture" in the Three-Castle Complex Königshain.

Alexander Davidson: An architectural history of (West) Berlin 1978.

Zhongren Deng: Reconstruction and protection of monument.

Xuan Dong: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Angelica Ngozi Eleanya: Nigeria. Memories in transition: Mbari Culture, Eyo Festival and its contribution to heritage preservation.

Yupeng Fu: Restoration of Architectural Complex in Canglang Pavilion District.

Jie Guo: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Yuanyuan Hong: Monumental Heritage protection methods.

Wenlong Hu: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Yanyan Jia: Research of the function adaptability in the process of architectural heritage.

Kuan Li: Renew the cathedral of Bernburg.

Jing Lin: New design for the romanic church in Grimme.

Chao Lin: "Centre for Art and Culture" in the Three-Castle Complex Königshain.

Jiaqi Liu: Research on public urban space with heritage protection law.

Ran Liu: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Xi Liu: Industrial Revised Architecture.

Haifeng Luo: A situation analysis of the way to renew damaged building - case study of Haizhu Bridge (Gunagzhou).

Marcelo Marques Miranda: Monumental Heritage conservation: The Tawang Monastery, India - as a case study.

Ruben Martos Palomares: Restoration project of an renaissance house in Spain.

Devi Pooja: Renew the chapel of Bernburg Castle.

Qian Shen: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Daria Smirnova: Preservation by development Heritage of wooden architecture on example of Dutch mills.

Shuai Sun: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Xiaoying Sun: "Centre for Art and Culture" in the Three-Castle Complex Königshain.

Yulong Sun: "Centre for Art and Culture" in the Three-Castle Complex Königshain.

Liang Tao: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Han Wang: Case study of the Neues Museum in Berlin.

Feng Wang: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Xinrui Wang: Renew the church of Bernburg Castle.

Weitao Xu: Describes and summarizes the surface renewal of architecture in Germany by examples.

Zhou Zhao: Protection of historical and cultural blocks and the design of research - Zhoukou of Henan Guandi temple and cultural blocks case.
2014

Jianjun Chen: Reconstruction of the Beijing courtyard. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Xiaolong Chu: Research the history and status of Pingyao ancient city. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Qiang Fu: Reconstruction and reuse of a abandoned landmark building - the Qingdao Sea Palace. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Mahmoud Jadaan: The glacial melt and sea level rise threaten the world heritages sites. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Yunfei Jia: Research of special characteristics of the Qingdao old city. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Xuan Jin: Karl Marx in his built surrounding. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Qi Li: Damage survey and reconstruction. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Xinyu Li: The development prospects of Chinese timber construction and the maintenance of the ancient timber. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Yupeng Li: Architecture and fashion. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Yuqi Liu: The fusion of ancient building and modern architecture in modern city. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Xiaochen Lou: Protection and reconstruction of Badaguan historical districts in Qingdao. (Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Mei Ma: Redesign of the church in Grimme. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Farrukh Makhkamov: Create a public space on the waterfront in the center of Berlin. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Xiaochen Mo: Chinese archaizing buildings. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Neda Modaber: The inseparable cultural heritage of human being. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Mingzhu Shi: Maintenance and improvement of Qingdao Li Yuan. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Shiyu Tao: Redesign of block around historical park. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Hanping Tian: Small things overcome great ones, the book will kill the building. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Alexis Tovar Prado: Preservation of the historical city of Oaxaca through the rehabilitation of surrounding suburbs. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Hanchen Wang: Architecture and drawing and how the fine arts influence the visual image of modern architecture. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Jing Wang: Landscape design - quiet in noisy city. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Qianya Wang: The decoration of Qianlong Garden. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Xianyue Wang: Design a building in Qingdao. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Fengxue Wu: Investigation and concept redesign of Hongken zhetto in Shanghai. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Tian Xia: Reconstruction of Jinan old railway station. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Bo Xiao: Redesign of the church in Grimme. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Bing Xu: Redesign the surrounding buildings of Qingdao catholic church. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Mohan Yang: Reconstruction of a knights economy in Germany. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Haijiao Yu: Reconstruction of a knight's economy of the 17th century. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Xiaoyu Yu: Cave research and preservation, surrounding landscape of reclaiming in Shanxi. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Yang Yu: Research about humanistic values of monumental heritage. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Xiaoyun Zhai: Colonial building in Qingdao. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Tong Zhang: The transformation of a old Villa in Shanghai.

Zhonghe Zhang: Jiaozhou Governor's Hall reconstruction. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Shuang Zhang: Reconstruction of a knights economy in Germany. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Wenbo Zhong: FuNan river influence the city (Chengdu). (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Zhehua Zhu: Redesign of the church in Grimme. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)
2013

Elmira Alamdarimahd: Urban Transformation and the Role of History. Case study: The Historic Core of Tehran. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Hossein Amin Pour Pirjel: Sustainable Urban Redevelopment Proposal: Rechlin-Nord. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Ivan Aristov: Historical research and survey of an early 19th century federal style house with rehabilitation of a timber frame barn located in its yard. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Rabson Joseph Bota: Retracing the history and ascertaining Monumental Significance of Y-Häuser, a case of Dessau-Rosslau. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Runze Chen: Monumental Heritage Protection of Bigan temple in Henan Province Weihui city in China. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Farokh Falsafi: City/Cinema: Looking at Teheran City Heritage. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Tanzia Islam: Restoration proposal for "Puthia Palace" - a model for appropriate rehabilitation approach in order to achieve sustainability in Historical buildings of Bangladesh. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Jianzhen Lao: Repaired the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Guangzhou (Canton). (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann)

Zhe Liang: Transformation of a traditional residential quarter in China. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Li Niu: Xiadianhe Village. Urban and Village Development Plan. (Prof. Johannes Kalvelage)

Lin Shao: Reconstruction of Petersberg. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Xiang Ren: Monumental Heritage Protection of Bigan temple in Henan Province Weihui city in China. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Eiman Saadeldin Tawfig Salih: The Republican Palace in Khartoum - Transformation in the Urban Context. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)

Ning Yang: Reconstruction of Haus Giesking. (Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann / Prof. Angelika-Christina Brzóska)

Le Zhang: Xiadianhe Village. Urban and Village Development Plan. (Prof. Johannes Kalvelage)

Duo Zhang: The transformation of Architecture Language and Architecture process of abstraction. (Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar)
2012

Ahmed Albadawy: Reparamentrizing Settlement Structure of Informal Areas: Recycling City of Cairo.

Aisha Aman: New Health Palace. - Redesign the Stadtbadoderberger Street, Berlin, into a social club.

Marzieh Gholami: Reparametrizing informal Settlement structure.

Eric Edmund Micheels: Timberwork-House in Horst / Schleswig-Holstein.

Bunga Putri: Maximum City - Strategic Interventions: Slum. Connectivity. Heritage.

Rakshya Rayamajhi: Maximum City - Strategic Interventions: The Push project. People. Urban. Society. Heritage.

Ruby Fathzani Sukma Sundoro: Maximum City - Strategic Interventions: Singapore. Shrink. Re-Urbanization. Settlements.

Marta Sowinska: Reparamentrizing Settlement Structure of Informal Areas: Recycling City of Cairo.

Juliia Trofimova: THE NEW HEALTH PALACE: rethinking of the meaning bathing process, dealing with a historically valuable building, which is belongs to a field of Monumental Heritage master programm interest.

Yunjing Xue: Activating the Electropolis. Using the canal system to regenerate the electrical heritage in Berlin.

Dilbar Yuldasheva: Maximum City - Strategic Interventions: Mahalla. Basic. Viable.

Please take a look at "Master thesis" on the Study homepage as well.

You do not have an idea for your Master Thesis? Then take a look below. We show you here possible topics, which you could take for your thesis. If you are interested in a topic, please contact us.
MAC Office

Teaching Situation in the Summer Semester 2021

As you know, the current situation heavily affects the present semester, but also the semester to come. The university has officially decided to offer the classes in a online teaching modus. This means that compulsory classes will be in online formats. The course coordinator and the professors/lecturers gave you the information in detail.

The intention is to ensure that students who are in Germany can attend classes and seminars on campus, while students who may not be permitted to enter the country, due to visa issues or travel regulations will be fully able to participate in the classes online without missing out.

Therefore, please rest assured that we will work hard to offer you the best MAC-experience possible under the present circumstances. We would also like to emphasize the value of being on campus, of becoming part of a new culture, of using the facilities, and of experiencing the atmosphere here in Dessau. Do start preparing for your stay in Dessau by applying for a visa ASAP, and by making travel arrangements to arrive in September if traveling from your country to Germany is allowed.

Please inform your degree program advisor (Studienfachberater) Prof. Dr. Lückmann if you are participating online. If your visa is issued and entry is granted during the semester, switching from online to on-campus classes is possible without any problems.

Details on courses in your degree program are available on the University's timetabling software WebUntis.

Teaching Situation in winter semester 2021/22

As the COVID-19 numbers are improving in all parts of Germany, we are very hopeful that the winter semester 2021/22 can take place as a regular on-campus semester. However, the final decision has not yet been made by the ministry and hence this information is not binding. If we return to a regular on-campus semester, your presence on campus will be required since offering classes in hybrid (online and on-campus) is only possible if the restrictions by the pandemic (traveling restrictions) remain in place.

We will keep this information updated as more information becomes available.

Coordinating, teaching and supporting staff

Professors & Guest professors

Professors

Prof. Dr. Omar Akbar

Prof. Dr. Claus Dießenbacher

Prof. Dr. Andrea Haase

Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann

Prof. Dr. Gernot Weckherlin

Guest Professors

Damoun Vahabi Moghaddam
Language lecturers & lecturers

Language lecturers

Antje Fechner

Steffi Tauber

Julia Schinköthe

Richard Slipp

Meagan Wallner-Anderson

Lecturers

Peter Andruszjak

Maria Blunk, M.Sc. HM

Cathrin Bothmann, Master stonemason, Restorator

Saskia Höhne, M.Sc. HM

Alexander Jäckel, M.Sc. HM

Dr. Markus Schnierle
Guest lecturers

International Guest Lecturers

Shakhida Balgaeva (Samarkand State University (SSU), Uzbek: Samarqand Davlat Universiteti, Samarkand, Uzbekistan)

Dr. Mehmit Semilt Özkan (Alanya Hamdullah Emin Paşa Üniversitesi, Alanya, Turkey)

Dr. Nilufar Tutehboeva (Tashkent Intitute of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Tashkent, Uzbekistan)

Guest Lecturers

Dr. Christine Fuhrmann

Dr. Andreas Erb (Landesarchiv Sachsen-Anhalt, Abteilungsleiter Abteilung Dessau)

Dr. Stefan Rhein (Stiftung Luthergedenkstätten Sachsen-Anhalt)

Dipl.-Ing. Brigitte Mang (Kulturstiftung Dessau-Wörlitz)

Dipl.-Ing. Heike Tenzer (LDA - Landesamt für Denkmalpflege und Archäologie Sachsen-Anhalt)

Dipl.-Ing. Claudia Christina Hennrich (Deutsches Fachwerkzentrum)

Dipl.-Ing. Gunnar Siedler (Fokus GmbH)
Study coordinator

Priyanka Hufnagel, M.Sc., M. Design

Maria Blunk, M.Sc. HM (Substitute)
Board MAC

Director of MAC

Prof. Dr. Rudolf Lückmann

Professors

Prof. Dr. Natascha Meuser

Prof. Dr. Daniela Spiegel

Prof. Dr. Matthias Tauber

Members

Dipl.-Ing. Annemarie Reimann, M. Sc. HM

Student Speaker / Student representative, MAC
Student speaker/Student representative MAC

"Student Speaker" is an elected position, responsible to communicate with students and teachers regarding different issues as needed. These student representative has together one vote at the Board of MAC Board meetings.

Current Student Speakers:

Cedric Akl (4th Semester)

E-Mail: cedric.akl(at)student.hs-anhalt.de
Affiliated organizations

Bauhaus Archive

Stiftung BAUHAUS Dessau (BAUHAUS Foundation Dessau)

Deutsches Fachwerkzentrum Quedlinburg e.V. (Center for Half-timbered Structures in Quedlinburg)

Kulturstiftung Dessau-Wörlitz (Cultural Foundation Garden Kingdom of Dessau-Wörlitz, Germany)

Kulturstiftung Sachsen-Anhalt (Cultural Foundation Saxony-Anhalt)

Landesamt für Denkmalpflege und Archäologie Sachsen-Anhalt (State Office for Heritage Preservation and Archaeology of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany)

Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (University Martin-Luther Halle-Wittenberg)

Interviews "We ask..."

Information before and after admission

Apply to MAC

Here you find any important information for your application.

After Admission

You want to know, what you have to do after your admission that take a look here.

Study at MAC

You are ready to study than you find some information here.

General Information

FAQ

You have further question, you should find here some answers.

Download

The MAC team has summarized all information on this webpage for you in three downloadable PDF files.

You find all information about the requirements for this Master program at 'Overview'.

Please check the latest information at the website of Uni assist. In general however the following documents are required for your application via uni-assist:

Copy of your Passport
Motivation letter
CV
Language test certificate, e.g. TOEFL, IELTS
Bachelor diploma (Original and English translation)
Transcript / Marksheets (Original plus English translation)
Passport photo

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Studienberatung Studierenden-Service-Center

The HS Anhalt University is now using uni-assist for all international applications. An additional application directly to the university is not necessary. You only have to apply digitally to Uni Assist.

Please read the information offered by uni-assist carefully.

Please follow this link to get started:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/paths-to-university/online-application.html

Link to Uni Assist: https://my.uni-assist.de

Application process:

Register online
Choose your degree program
Get your documents together
Upload all documents require and finish your application

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Every student is expected to pay 750€ (admin. fee for Master Program MAC) + 86€ (admin. fee for general registration and student union of Anhalt University) meaning a total of 836€ for each Semester.

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The MAC welcomes new students every Winter Semester, which starts in the first week of October, and Summer Semester, which begins in the first week of April.

The application period for Winter Semester is March 15th -July 15th

and for the Summer Semester, it is September 15th - on January 15th.

Admitted applicants choosing to enroll for Winter Semester must submit their semester fees by September 15th and arrive in Dessau latest by October 1st. For the Summer Semester, the deadline to submit the fees is 15th of March. We advise new students to arrive for two weeks in advance from beginning of the Semesters to prepare their stay here.

Holders of a Bachelor's or Master's degree from a German university (or holders of a Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications from a German institute, eg. ZAB) that meet the corresponding language qualification for the MAC degree program, can apply via SSC-Portal. In all other cases, you have to apply via uni-assist.

You can find all information about the application process on our web page:

www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/paths-to-university/online-application.html

You will find all information about the application process via uni-assist as well as the required documents under the following link: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/

Important! All documents that you required for application through uni-assist will be shared automatically with Anhalt University of Applied Sciences. Therefore, you do not have to send any documents (hard copies) via postal service to Anhalt University!

After Admission

Steps before and after admission
Accommodation options
Formalities at HS Anhalt
Visa
Appointments for new students

International students need to go through several authorities.

Seven steps that you need to take before arrival:

Apply for VISA (check current visa regulations that apply to you either with the German Embassy in your home country or online at www.germany-visa.org or on the website of the German Federal Foreign Office (http://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/EN/Startseite_node.html).
Check the Prerequisite for a further visa extension while studying and living in Germany.
Weather and living style in Germany.
Check what you must bring with you.
Apply for a place in a student dormitory or look for outher accommodation.
Bring a minimum of 2,000 EUR in cash with you, it takes about 3 weeks before your blocked account is activated.
Pay the two administration Fee for the MAC master program.
Fill out the contact form of the international office for international students approx. 10 days before arrival!

For international student’s registration at the university and the city, you need to:

Organize an accommodation, sign the contract for your accommodation
Open a bank account
Get a health insurance
Get a German telephone number
Register/enroll at Hochschule Anhalt/Student Service Center (SSC)
Register at town hall Dessau/Foreign Office.

For further information:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/international/studyexchange-and-internship-abroad/download-center-international.html

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/international/your-stay-at-anhalt-university.html

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/international/your-stay-at-anhalt-university/after-your-arrival.html

https://integrationsportal.dessau-rosslau.de/integrationsportal-dessau/willkommenskompass.html

In matters concerning accommodation, insurance, visa, etc., please contact the MAC student advisor:

Mrs. Yili Li Yili.lu(at)hs-anhalt.de

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Studentenwerk (student services) is an independent organization that is responsible for student housing in Dessau.

For Dessau, you can also check in the Bauhaus guest house as many students live there as well. There is a 'special' option for students. (You can live there temporarily for a few days as well.)

Also, for a short time, you can stay in the youth hostel in Dessau.

There are many ways to find private housing in Germany. However, you should bear in mind that shortly before the semester starts, it will be more difficult to find a room. So take a look in advance. Usually, the rooms and apartments are offered unfurnished. Most of these apartments even do not have a kitchen.

Useful websites for private housing:

You also can check out the 'Dessau International' Facebook Group. People are always looking for a new roommate.

If you have any questions, please contact the MAC student advisor Mrs. Yili Lu.

email: Yili.Lu(at)hs-anhalt.de

phone: +49 340 5197 1518

There are several steps you will have to do when you arrive in Dessau. These include getting a German address as well as registering at the town hall, opening a bank account, and organizing student health insurance. You also have to pay the semester fee; after that, you can be officially enrolled in MAC.
To learn about the procedure, please download the document 'Enrollment and Registration'.
After you have completed the paperwork, you will get your student's card as well as login data for your university email and the HISqis platform. You will need your student email address to receive all information during the semester and the HISqis platform to keep an overview of your grades and credits.

You find all information about the Formalities on the Website of the Student Service Center of the HS Anhalt.

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When you are arriving in Germany with 3 months conditional visa you have to settle down and complete the following tasks and then will be allowed to renew your visa. (do not worry there will be people to guide you after reaching here)

complete the payment of tuition fees
housing contract (as you will need a German postal address)
open a bank account (e.g. Deutsche Bank)
a health insurance (it is a must)
complete your registration as MAC student in Anhalt University of Applied Sciences by showing Original certificate + document related to 1, 2, 3 & 4
Apply for Visa renewal with 2, 4, 5 and your financial proof (that you have a source of money to continue your stay here in Dessau)

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The safety and health of our students and staff are a key priority. Access to this university facility has thus been still reduced.

Please use the following contacts for your questions and queries:

MAC Office: afg-admission-mac(at)hs-anhalt.de
degree program advisor (Studienfachberater): rudolf.lueckmann(at)hs-anhalt.de
MAC Course Coordinator: priyanka.hufnagel(at)hs-anhalt.de
MAC Student Advisor: yili.lu(at)hs-anhalt.de
Applications: SSC contact formular
Examinations/enrollment: katrin.schneider(at)hs-anhalt.de
General Student Service: studienberatung(at)hs-anhalt.de
International Office: internationaloffice(at)hs-anhalt.de or contact form

Limited appointment slots are available for urgent matters only. Please write to the person, you want to make an appointment with to arrange on a date. Persons who are asked to come to the office are requested to the follow hygiene regulations and to provide their own mask.

Information for travelers to Germany

Please use our contact form to inform our International Office (approx. 10 working days before arrival) regarding your arrival. For additional queries related to entering Germany, please contact the International Office at internationaloffice(at)hs-anhalt.de. For queries related to your application or enrollment, please contact our Student Service Center at studienberatung(at)hs-anhalt.de or use the contact form of the SSC.

Please note: Please fill out the contact form for international students approx. 10 days before arrival!

If you want to enter Germany to begin or continue your studies at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, please use this contact form to inform the International Office of the university about your planned entry.

Please note that in case of short-notice arrivals, or notifications of your arrival within 5 working days prior to your arrival, Anhalt University cannot guarantee any assistance.

Anhalt University keeps you updated regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here for up-to-date information.

New testing obligation for persons entering Germany by plane

From March 30 2021, in principle all persons entering Germany by plane are required to present their carrier (i.e. airline) with a negative test result before departure.

This obligation to undergo testing and provide proof applies irrespective of whether or not the carriage takes place from a risk area. The test must be taken within 48 hours prior to entry into Germany.

Note on entry registration at www.einreiseanmeldung.de

The Federal Ministry of Health warns that fraudulent websites are currently circulating that purport to register travelers for payment of a fee. Please use only the website www.einreiseanmeldung.de for digital entry registration. This application is free of charge. Only the proofs of digital entry registration generated by this website will be accepted during controls.

General Information

Covid-19

Here you find any necessary information about this Corona virus.

MAC Office

The MAC Office is the center of the organization at MAC. It oversees all things that relate to and support student academic programs. The MAC Office coordinates faculty contracts, academic & operating budgets. The Office provides administration and partner projects. If you have any questions about information you can not find on this website, do not hesitate to contact us. We also encourage you to report omissions, corrections, or just plain, suggestions to afg-admission-mac(at)hs-anhalt.de

Program Structure

The MAC Program is modular. The standard period of study, including the examination time, is four semesters. To earn an M.A. in Architectural and Cultural Heritage, students are required to complete modules in several categories, including Compulsory (Mandatory) Courses (Humanities & Techniques), Electives and Projects, culminating their studies with a Final Thesis (Master Thesis). Students may begin this course of study in either the Winter or the Summer Semester, as all classes are available every semester.

Study objectives

In other sense, there has always been a need for preservation, conservation, and rehabilitation of the heritage sites. The reason is very clear and simple, to preserve the history for the next generation. We are feeling the need for this more and more every day. The course 'Architectural and Cultural Heritage' is the formal teaching approach to that. We are expecting to develop the knowledge and also to share experiences of current practice in the sector of Building restoration. Our course is a combination of theory, design, and research.

Fee

Every student is expected to an administration fee for Master Program MAC and an administration fee for general registration and student union of Anhalt University for each Semester.

Anhalt International

Here you find any information for you as an international applicant and student.

Download Center for International Students

Here you find everything about ERASMUS+ for students and Information for international students.

Start of your Study

Welcome to the Dessau campus! The time has come - the studies begin! We warmly welcome you to our campus in Dessau. Our introductory events give you an initial orientation and will make your start into your study program easier. You will find out everything you need to know about the course, the campus, the departments, and organizational issues. The two departments of the Dessau campus, the Architecture, Facility Management, and Geoinformation (AFG) and the Design department, welcome the new national and international students on April 6th, 2021 for the summer semester 2021.

Enrollment

You got a letter of admission for your desired degree program at Anhalt University? Congratulations! And now you want to enroll at the Anhalt University of Applied Science. Here you find any information about Enrollment and starting our master study. Please note the deadline for enrollment.

Financial Support

What possibilities are there for financing? How can I get a scholarship?

Formalities at HS Anhalt

We would like you to be well-informed about all formalities you could run into during your studies, like registration for exams or re-registration. So take a look here.

Living at Dessau

The Bauhaus City in the Garden Kingdom. Dessau offers the historical Bauhaus, the “cradle of modernity.” The historic location’s magic can still be felt today - both in the artistic Masters’ Houses and the historical Mensa (canteen). The relaxed atmosphere, inspiring exchanges with professors, and short distances - students almost unanimously sing the praises of their campus in Dessau.

Career Opportunities

They want to know where to work when they have your Master's degree in MAC. There are countless career possibilities for graduates of the Architectural and Cultural Heritage Master’s Degree Program. Some popular choices include working as an expert in restoration projects, project management for historical sites, developing concepts for a thoughtful and intentional approach to restoration and conservation of monuments/ buildings, and historical building research work, often to work in and contribute to the academic field.

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Are there any scholarships I can apply for?

Various scholarships are offered now and then by the internationl office IO but since the number of applications by students from the entire university is high whereas the number of awarded scholarships is low, it will be difficult to obtain such a scholarship. Please check the information provided by the IO regularly to not miss an opportunity. However, you may of course apply for external scholarships for example with the DAAD.
Are there application deadlines that are fixed for me?

The application deadlines must be adhered to so that nothing stands in the way of your studies. You can find all application deadlines at a glance under the following link.
Are there guidelines for MAC?

The legally binding document is the examination and study regulations (german). It explains eligibility requirements, the course of studies, examination procedures, certificate giving and more.

Further information can be found in the Module Guide [PDF].
Are there living facilities near the campus? Where do I have to turn in this regard?
At all three locations, the Studentenwerk Halle, housing cooperatives and private providers operate a diverse range of housing options. You can find comprehensive information on our homepage under https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/life.html on the topics of living, leisure, work and family - separately for each location.
Are there regulations on submission / grading?

Each teacher determines deadlines for submissions and regulations for grading. Please make sure to inquire about those regulations at the beginning of the semester.
Can I earn my doctorate (Ph.D.) with my master's degree?

Yes, the master's degree entitles you to a doctorate without restriction.
Can I pay tuition fees in installments?

No, it is not possible to pay the tuition fee in installments. For enrolling or re-registering for the new semester; proof of payment must be presented in full.
Can I study the MAC part time?

The master program 'Architectural and Cultural Heritage' is a full-time study.

A part-time study is not recommended due to the time and professional requirements.
Do I have to de-register if I return my place at the university?

If you have been admitted to the course and have already enrolled, you will need to de-register. You can find the form under the following link:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/hochschule-anhalt/service/formulare.html
Do I have to present a TOEFL or IELTS certificate if I have received my university education in English?

If you have received your education in English, please include a statement or a paper that shows that. If proof can be presented you do not have to present a TOEFL/IELTS certificate.
Do you issue confirmation letters for DAAD-scholarships?

We are happy to provide such letter if needed. Please contact us.
English is not my mother tongue ...

Which language certificate do I have to provide?

In TOEFL, IELTS or comparable your language certificate has to have at least the B2 level, which you have to submit.

You should plan to take the language test in advance of the application.
Enrollment period

For more information, check out the webpage below:

<link en study paths-to-university enrollment.html>https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/paths-to-university/enrollment.html
How can I apply for an English-language master’s degree program at Anhalt University?

As an international student you have to apply for a master’s degree program via uni-assist. Please use the following link https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/paths-to-university/online-application.html and select Anhalt University with the locations “Bernburg/Dessau/Köthen”.
How can I look for accomodation?

There are a few Websites dedicated to find accomodation in Germany. Some of them are WG Gesucht, Immobilien Scout 24, Immowelt and Immonet.
Pay special attention to the fact that some of the ads specify a limited time for rent, say, 1 or 2 months and not the whole semester.

Please also see: https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/life/dessau/housing.html
How do I apply for an internship semester?

The study regulations do not required include internships. Hence the immigration laws do not allow to officially apply for an internship or "holiday" semester. You may of course apply for internships nevertheless. If you are successful in finding an internship you must remain an enrolled student by re-registering and hence extend your studies for the duration of the internship.
How important is to have a housing contract?

It is absolutely VITAL. The housing contract, in German, “Mietvertrag” is a must to open, among other things, the bank account and to get the visa once you are in Dessau. So, as soon as you get a place, ask the tenant (Vermieter) to give it to you, signed.
How much is the fee for MAC?

To enroll for the MAC Master program, every student is expected to pay 2 administrative fees per each semester. These are:

1. Admin. fee for Master Program MAC 750€

2. Admin. fee for general registration and student union 86€

The total amount of the tuition fee is 836€.

Where to pay?

After receiving the admission letter, you will get an information letter with the bank account details.
I don't see my course grade on my transcript. What can I do?

All your grades are first being submitted to the office and are then handed over to Mr. Krug or Mrs. Schneider of the Student Service Center. If you do not see your grades please contact us so we can see what the issue is.
I forgot to re-register in time for the next semester. What do I have to do now?

Re-registration periods:

For the next winter semester: August 15 to September 15
For the next summer semester: February 15th to March 15th

If you do not pay the semester fee within the regular re-registration deadline, please transfer the amount including the late payment surcharge of € 15.00.
I received my admission letter. Can I postpone this to a later semester?

Are you unable to start your studies as planned for personal reasons?

In principle, it is possible to take the admission with you into the next semester. However, we recommend that you hold on to an application for as long as possible - because a solution is usually found! Please contact the student advisory service (studienberatung (at) hs-anhalt.de) first to discuss options.

If there are problems with immigration or personal concerns, admission can be postponed to a later semester (coming summer semester or winter semester) after consultation. Please contact the Student Service Center with your application number via email to ssc (at) hs-anhalt.de and and afterward your course coordinator.

Note! It is not sufficient to postpone the place (admission) in the SSC applicant portal!

If you have already received your admission letter for the Master degree program for the summer or winter semester and could not come due to some reasons, please contact the SSC Portal
Is it possible to pay off tuition fees in installments?
No, it is not possible to pay the tuition fee in installments. Proof of payment in full must be provided when enrolling or re-registering for the new semester.
Is the masters degree internationally recognized?

Yes, we are proud to say the our degree is internationally valid.
Is there a semester ticket for bus and tram (local public transport)?

There is no semester ticket for local public transport at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences. Deutsche Bahn and Mitteldeutsche Verkehrsverbund GmbH (MDV) offer various ticket options for frequent travelers.

Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/en/view/offers/index.shtml

MDV: https://www.mdv.de/ticket/wochenkarte-fuer-fahrten-zwischen-riesa-oschatz/?lang=en
Is there any admission restriction?

Yes. This Master Program requires a successful completion of a Diploma or a Bachelor / Master degree in the field of Architecture or Urban Design, Architecture, Archaeology, History of Art, Civil Engineering, Geography, Facility Management, History, Interior Design, or Surveying Technology or similar of at least 180 ECTS (3 years) and a full online application.

In exceptional case: Candidates may also be admitted based on relevant work experience or exceptional interest in the preservation and conservation sector. This consideration can only be done by contacting the MAC Office before applying formally.
Is there any funding for excursion costs?

In rare cases, funding for excursion costs may be applied for with the international office of the school. In general excursion costs must be covered by the students.
Is there any funding for master thesis?

The students must be able to cover the costs for their master thesis. However, there might be opportunites to contact sponsors maybe through the help of your advisers.

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/international/your-stay-at-anhalt-university/funding-and-working.html
Is there any funding for research trips?

In rare cases, funding for research trips may be applied for with the international office of the school. In general costs for research trips must be covered by the students.
Kaltmiete, Warmmiete, Nebenkosten… What’s all that?

Kaltmiete (KM) is the cost of the rent, Nebenkosten (NK) are the services such as heating, gas, electricity, water, etc.. Warmmiete (WM) is the Kaltmiete + Nebenkosten. Kaution is a security deposit that in most cases, equals 3 months of rent.
Re-registration period

Every student has to register for the following semester:

Summer Semester: February 15th - March 15th

Winter Semester: August 15th - September 15th

All important information can be found in HIS QIS-Portal.
Steps before and after arriving in Dessau
When you get admission in any university in Germany you should keep in mind what will be the next steps. What types of preparation you need to take. What you need to work on before coming to Europe and things you have to take care of right after your arrival here.

5 steps that you need to take before arrival:
1. Apply for VISA (check current visa regulations that apply to you either with the German Embassy in your home country or online at germany-visa.org or on the website of German Federal Foreign Office).
2. Check the Prerequisite for a further visa extension while studying and living in Germany.
3. Weather and living style in Germany.
4. What you must bring with you.
5. Apply for a place in a student dormitory or take a look at housing options.
2 more websites, which could be helpful for you as well:

https://visaguide.world/europe/germany-visa/long-stay/student/

https://www.studying-in-germany.org/german-culture/

During the COVID Pandemic, please also visit this link:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/international/international-office/corona-contact-form-for-international-students.html

6 steps that you need to take after the arrival:
1. Inform the Auslaenderamt of your arrival in Germany (foreign office of Dessau).
2. Open a bank account.
3. Get a housing contract.
4. Get student health insurance.
5. Get enrolled in Anhalt University of Applied Sciences.
6. Extend the visa.
The standard period of study

The start of the study can be done in the winter and summer semesters. The study program consists of 4 semesters and is completed with a written work (master thesis) as well as its presentation and defense. The program includes 3 semesters and 1 thesis semester.
What about the City of Dessau?

Dessau is a medium-sized town about 90 minutes south of Berlin and 45 minutes north of Leipzig. It is known for two UNESCO world heritage sites: the Bauhaus and the Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Realm. Both define the city and its surroundings and make it a destination for many tourists all through the year. Downtown you will find all that is necessary for every day shopping as well as shopping malls. The infrastructure includes an extensive system of busses and trams. The best way to get around the city is, however, a bike.
What are the 86 Euros for?

The 86€ are a registration fee which covers administrative costs for signing in and re-registering each semester.
What are the financing options for a degree program?

Under the link “Financing” you will find different possibilities to increase your monthly budget. The Deutschlandstipendium and various other scholarships are presented. You can also access the job portal of Anhalt University.
What are the possibilities of doing an internship within the DIA study programme?

We encourage you to expand your knowledge and to apply for internships, however, since it is not a requirement, it might be difficult to get accepted. If you are successful in finding an internship you must remain an enrolled student by re-registering just like you would for a regular study semester. The law does not allow to apply for a "holiday semester" because of an internship. Your studies are hence extended for the duration of the internship.
What does (Direktstudium) mean?

Direct studies (also called on-campus class) refers to the type of studies in which the student is at the university location during the study period and can actively participate in courses.
What is the bank info to pay the fees?

The full amount goes here:

Beneficary: Hochschule Anhalt
Bank: Deutsche Bundesbank
IBAN: DE35 8100 0000 0081 0015 39
BIC: MARKDEF1810
purpose: Student Number _ name, first name (for first semester students, please add applicant number)

for re-registration also add: RM and the year (example: RM2018)

For more detailed information please see:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/studieren/wege-ins-studium/immatrikulation.html#panel4-Rich

or

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/during-your-studies/formalities/re-registration.html
What is the official title and does it permit students in accordance with the EU to be a practicing architect?

The official title is M.A. The course is accredited and is EU notified which allows you to practise as an architect in the EU.
What makes the Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, with its three locations, so special?
The Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, with its three locations in Bernburg, Dessau and Köthen, is not only connected as a university but also in its diversity of the academic education. At the "green" location in Bernburg, the focus is not only on nature and life, but also on economic aspects. The "creative" location in Dessau combines design, architecture and the construction and measurement of living space. Köthen, on the other hand, is the classic modern "engineering" location. By the way, the administrative heart of the Anhalt University of Applied Sciences also beats here.
When does the semester begin?

The winter semester starts in the 1st week of October and the summer semester starts in the 1st week of April.

We advise new students to arrive for two weeks in advance to prepare their stay here.
Where are BAföG applications accepted?

Please contact the Studentenwerk with any questions regarding BAföG.
Where can I apply for MAC?
Please apply online via UniAssist. The keyword for Hochschule Anhalt is: Bernburg/Dessau/Köthen, Hochschule Anhalt

First of all, you have to register yourself. Please use a working e-mail address. You will get all the information through this e-mail address. So do not change it.

After registration, you are getting an application number and then you can fill in the online application. After submitting the application, you will be asked to pay the fee and to send your documents. Please take a look in the FAQ's from uni-assist.

The application period for:
- the summer semester will open on September 15th and ends on January 15th,
- the winter semester will open on March 15th and ends on July 15th.
Please follow this link to get started:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/paths-to-university/online-application.html
Where can I enroll for this study program?

If you have done several steps after your arriving in Dessau, you can be officially enrolled in study program at the office of:

Mrs. Katrin Schneider

Building M (Mensa / Canteen)

Further information you find at:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/during-your-studies/formalities/enrollment.html

Please use the contact formular for made an appointment with Mrs. Schneider:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/university/institutions/student-service-center/contact-and-office-hours.html
Where can I find study documents such as examination and degree program regulations or the module manual?

All regulations, such as examination and degree program regulations, internship regulations, etc., can be found on the university website under “Rules”.

Module manuals can be found on the university page for the specific course of study.
Where can I see my grades?

You can find your grades in the HIS-QIS Examination Portal.
Where can I shelter myself during the first days?

There are several hotels, hostels and Gasthäuser for all the budgets. Some of the most famous ones near downtown are: City-Pension Dessau-Roßlau, Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel, Jugendherberge Dessau, NH Dessau and Hotel 7 Säulen. Nevertheless, more can be found using services such as Booking and, even a more convenient option can be Airbnb or Couchsurfing.
Where is Dessau?

DIA has a unique academic as well as geographic position: To study in the famous Bauhaus City Dessau, 120 km (80mls) south of Berlin, is a challenge to any architecture student. In addition, Dessau is embedded in a triangle of old historic German Cities like Halle, Leipzig and Wittenberg.
Where is the campus?

The campus is about 10 minutes from the center of Dessau and right outside the main railway station. All buildings are within walking distance. The facilities include a cafeteria, a student coffee shop, a library, several computer pools, workshops for metal, wood and ceramics, a huge printing workshop, and a professional photo and video studio among others.
Which application documents do I have to submit?
- Color Copy of your Passport
- Motivation Letter
- Current CV with Date & Signature
- Passport photo (original photo, no printout)
Certified copies of original plus English translation of:
- Bachelor degree and transcript, if available master degree and transcript.
- Proof of your English Language Skills (TOEFL, IELTS or comparable)
Academic Transcripts

Applicants must provide an official copy of their bachelor degree / diploma, the transcript of records and an official copy of their highschool diploma. All of your academic credentials must be translated into English or German.
Which documents do I need for enrollment?

You need to show in addition to what you have been told with your admission package:

1.     Colour Copy of your admission letter (Zulassungsschreiben)

2.     Colour Copy of your passport (for Non-EU students) / national ID (for EU citizens)

3.     Proof of sufficient health insurance

4.     Paying in slip as proof of having transferred the semester fee

5.     Non-EU students: Residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel)

6.     biometric, passport-sized photo (for student ID)

More informations can be found under the following link:

https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/paths-to-university/enrollment.html
Which study requirements for MAC do I have to fulfill?

This Master of Arts Program requires a successful completion of a Diploma or a Bachelor/Master degree in the field of Architecture, Archaeology, History of art, Civil Engineering, Geography, Facility Management, History, Interior Design, or Surveying Technology. Other alternatively, relevant professional experience related to cultural heritage preservation can be considered. We accept Bachelor and Diploma degrees with a minimum of 3 years of the regular curriculum. Either has to amount to 180 credits to be eligible.

In exceptional case: Candidates may also be admitted on the basis of relevant work experience or exceptional interest in the preservation and conservation sector. This consideration can only be done by contacting the department before applying formally. (contact your study coordinator Mrs. Priyanka Hufnagel)

The course is taught in English. We require proof of your English language skills. This can be proved by submitting recognized certificates (for example IELTS, TOEFL, etc.), if we have doubts about the quality of language skills, we will ask to seat for a specific English language exam here in Germany. If you are a native English speaker, or if you have completed your bachelor course in the English language and you can provide a certificate to confirm this, you do not need to do a language test.
Who can advise me on further questions about MAC?

Please send your questions about the application and study via e-mail to Studienberatung. Your Study coordinator Mrs. Priyanka Hufnagel will answer on it.

Questions about housing, health insurance, foreign office of Dessau and bank account are answered by our MAC Student advisor Mrs. Yili Lu.

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