# Hochschule für Bildende Künste Braunschweig

> public · 38118 Braunschweig · germany

## Facts

- **Tuition, non-EU:** €0 — verified 2026-06-02
- **IELTS minimum:** 6 — verified 2026-06-02
- **Financial proof for a student residence permit:** €11,904 per year (2026, DAAD / Study in Germany — proof of financing (blocked account, 992 EUR/month for 12 months): https://www.study-in-germany.com/en/plan-your-studies/requirements/proof-of-financing/)

## Profile

- **Country:** germany (DE)
- **City:** 38118 Braunschweig
- **Region:** Niedersachsen
- **Type:** public
- **Fields:** arts, social, humanities
- **Study routes:** direct-master, applied-sciences
- **Website:** https://www.hbk-bs.de/en/
- **Address:** Broitzemer Straße, 38118 Braunschweig
- **Data verified:** 2026-06-02

## About

Braunschweig (Brunswick) is an old Hanseatic city with industrial heritage, located between Berlin and Cologne. Living costs are moderate, and the student population is concentrated but not overwhelming. The city has galleries and a serious arts scene. Good for artists who want authenticity over tourism.

## Strengths

- No tuition fees for international students — a major saving compared to private art schools charging €10,000–20,000 per year.
- Public university status means your EU diploma carries recognised credential weight across Schengen member states.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is achievable for most CIS applicants who have completed a B2-level English course.
- Arts, social sciences, and humanities focus suits students pursuing creative or cultural careers in a European context.
- Germany's 18-month post-study job-seeker visa gives graduates time to find work without leaving the country.
- Braunschweig is a mid-size university city with lower cost of living than Berlin or Munich, easing monthly budget pressure.

## Watch out for

- Non-EU applicants from CIS countries must demonstrate ~€11,904 in a German blocked account (Sperrkonto) before the visa is issued.
- Many bachelor programmes at German art universities are conducted in German, making daily studio and seminar life difficult without C1 proficiency.
- Non-EU school leavers may need to complete a preparatory year (Studienkolleg) if their school certificate is not directly recognised in Germany.
- Braunschweig has a limited creative-industry job market; internship and networking opportunities in arts and culture are fewer than in Berlin or Hamburg.
- Admission to fine arts and design programmes typically requires a strong portfolio review, making entry highly competitive regardless of academic grades.

## Accommodation

- **University dormitory:** yes
- **Dormitory cost:** €280–380
- **Private housing:** €380–490
- **Rent figures describe:** the city of Braunschweig
- **How to apply:** Apply online via stw-on.de (Studierendenwerk OstNiedersachsen), which serves both TU Braunschweig and HBK Braunschweig; the Weststadt dorm is specifically noted as well-suited for HBK students, with studio options for artists.
- **Notes:** HBK Braunschweig is a public art academy and one of the institutions officially served by Studierendenwerk OstNiedersachsen. Its Weststadt dormitory offers single rooms (13–19 m²) at €367.50–484.50/month including operating costs, plus larger apartments for ~€998/month (typically shared by two).
- **Source:** https://stw-on.de/braunschweig/wohnen/wohnheime/weststadt

## National and EU scholarships for this destination

- [DAAD Scholarships](https://studyroute.app/scholarships/daad.md) — Monthly stipend + travel & insurance (varies by programme)
- [Erasmus+](https://studyroute.app/scholarships/erasmus-plus.md) — Monthly mobility grant set by the home institution + possible top-ups
- [Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters](https://studyroute.app/scholarships/erasmus-mundus.md) — Full scholarship: tuition + travel, visa & a monthly living allowance (set per programme)
- [Deutschlandstipendium](https://studyroute.app/scholarships/deutschlandstipendium.md) — €300/month (€150 federal + €150 private donor), for at least 2 semesters — 2026

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