Necessary documents for enrollment (01 March until 08 March 2024)
From all applicants:
- Electronic insurance certificate from the health insurance company
- officially certified copy of the university entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur certificate) in a certified German or English version.
Applicants who have already been enrolled at another university, additionally:
- Current transcript of records from the last college/university in a certified German or English version,
- Copy(s) of previous higher education degree(s) in a certified German or English version (if required),
- Exmatriculation certificate(s) of the last higher education institution(s)/university(ies) in a certified German or English version.
From international applicants additionally:
- Language certificate (if not already submitted),
From Non-EU applicants additionally:
- Visa or residence permit
The certificates must be presented as a printed original or as a certified copy. A certified copy is the duplicate of the original document confirmed by an official person (printed and with stamp and signature by the official person). Please note: We do not accept photos and simple copies of diplomas and other certificates as part of admission.
Semester Fee
The payment of the semester fee in the amount of € 288.90 has to be made by bank transfer. For this purpose, you will receive an individual mail with the details of the bank account and the purpose of payment. We will send you this information, when we have received and checked all documents for enrollment.
Student ID and Semester Ticket
The student card of the HfM Dresden is a chip card. It serves at the same time as library card as well as proof of authorization and key for the use of the rooms.
The semester ticket is offered digitally via an app. You will receive further information by email from the student council.
Placement for German language course
For applicants with German language reservation:
The Placement for the German language course according to your current level will take place on:
Friday, 15.03.2024, from 9.00 a.m.
Room W 4.11
The placement is carried out in the form of a conversation simulation on free topics.
Accepted language certificates
Campus tour for new students
The Team International offers a campus tour for all new students:
We answer questions such as
- how do I get a canteen card
- how can I book a room for practising
- where can I find the office of the Stura
- how does the storage of instruments work
- how do I get a locker
- where can I find the administration offices etc.
When? Tuesday, 19 March, 4 pm
Where? Meeting point is in front of the main entrance
You can find all information about courses for your study programme here:
www.hfmdd.de/studium/studiengangsuebersicht/
If you are looking for a particular course, you can look them up here:
www.hfmdd.de/studium/lehrveranstaltungen/
Welcome Service for all International Students
- You would like help in finding a flat?
- You still have several ways to Dresden offices (Foreigner's Office, Studentenwerk, Bank, health insurance ...)?
- You are looking for new friends?
- You would like to experience a city tour through Dresden together with other students?
- You have never been to Saxon Switzerland?
Then it's time to get in touch with our International Team.
Together, many things are easier. The International Team not only supports international students with everyday challenges, but also organizes events for students to get to know each other and exchange ideas.
Information for international students in direct studies
The HfM Dresden has the possibility to support you financially during your studies by means of various scholarship funds. You can find more information about the individual calls and application deadlines online.
Information for Exchange Students (ERASMUS + Incomers and students from partner Universities)
The International Office will be happy to assist you with all organizational questions concerning exchange studies. Whether Learning Agreement, Transcript of Records, change of subject or course or Confirmation of Stay. The documentation of your studies towards your home university is managed by the International Office.