In the framework of the ERASMUS+ programme, the Academy of Fine Arts Munich (AdBK) cooperates with numerous European universities. To be accepted as an exchange student, your home university must have a cooperation agreement with the AdBK.
Application requirements
Link to the online application portal: Online Application 2021/22
Please upload the following documents to our online portal:
• Curriculum Vitae
• Proof of language proficiency (minimum B1 German or English B1)
• Passport size photo
• Copy of ID or passport
• Portfolio (pdf, max. 15 pages)
• Nomination letter/email from your home institution
Application deadline
| winter term 2021/22 | May 15th, 2021 |
| summer term 2022 | May 15th, 2021 |
Please note that we have only one deadline for the whole academic year!
Decision Response
At the beginning of June a commission of professors decides on the admission of Incoming Erasmus+ students. A letter of acceptance will be mailed immediately after the decision.
ECTS credits
Applicants should be aware that the Academy of Fine Arts Munich awards 30 ECTS credits for one semester’s study. The 30 ECTS credits are earned for the entire semester as a whole; they are not portioned out among separate activities or courses.
Academic Year 2020/21
| winter semester 2020/21 | 12 October 2020 to 5 February 2021 |
| summer semester 2021 | 12 April 2021 to 16 July 2021 |
Academic Year 2021/22
| winter semester 2021/22 | 18 October 2021 to 11 February 2022 |
| summer semester 2022 | 25 April 2022 to 29 July 2022 |
Further information: