B.F.A. Painting / graphics
Essen, Germany
BA
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EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
STUDY FORMAT
Key Summary
About: This B.F.A. Painting / graphics starts with an introduction to painting and graphic design and then concentrates on sustained studio practice, artistic development and technical training. Your work and development are central; results are critiqued in plenary sessions and explored in colloquia that help you pursue individual artistic goals. Workshop courses support the practice with painting techniques and printmaking methods.
Career Outcomes: You can pursue careers across the creative industries. Typical paths include painter, graphic designer, printmaker, illustrator, art director, gallery artist, curator, arts educator, freelance artist, and creative industries roles such as visual communication, arts administration and management.
ARTISTIC PRACTICE
An introduction to painting and graphic design marks the beginning. In the further course, your artistic work and work development are in focus. The work results are critically discussed in the plenary. In the colloquia, you will practice constructively dealing with individual artistic goals. The artistic work is supported by workshop courses on painting techniques and printmaking methods.
