Mediadesign Hochschule Berlin in Berlin, Germany

Global Rank #11279

Application Deadlines

Fall 202715 Jan '27
Spring 202701 Sep '26

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University Type

Public

Established

1994

Programs

Total Students

8000

About Mediadesign Hochschule Berlin

MD.H Berlin is a private, state-accredited university of applied sciences focused on game design, UX/UI, film, and media production. It offers English-taught bachelor’s and master’s programs and charges €8,000–€13,000 per year. Its key strength is English-taught creative tech programs in Berlin, unlike most public universities that require German.

Student Profile

Total Students

8000

International Students

1200 (15%)

Male Students

3676 (45.9%)

Female Students

4324 (54.1%)

Student Faculty Ratio

13.00

Alumni Count

62,000

Admissions & Visa

Acceptance Rate

35.00%

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Safety

Moderately Safe (72)

Why Study at Mediadesign Hochschule Berlin ?

1. English-Taught Game Design - Rare in German Public Universities

Germany's public universities with game design programs (UdK Berlin, KHM Cologne) require C1 German and are highly selective (5–10% acceptance). MD.H offers English-taught BSc and MSc game design at IELTS 6.0 - significantly more accessible for Indian students who want game design education in Germany without the C1 German barrier.

2. UX/Interaction Design - Growing Berlin Tech Demand

Berlin's tech sector - Zalando, N26, Auto1, SoundCloud - has substantial demand for UX designers. MD.H's UX and interaction design programs provide direct industry connection to Berlin's digital product companies through internships and guest lecturers from the sector.

3. Portfolio-Optional - More Accessible Admission

Unlike UdK and KHM where portfolio quality is everything, MD.H admission is more accessible - IELTS 6.0 and academic qualification are the primary criteria. This opens MD.H to Indian students who are developing creative skills but haven't yet built the portfolio required for elite arts schools.

Courses & Programs for Indian Students

2 Courses

Program	Level	Language	Duration	Fees/Year
BSc Game Design	Bachelors	English	3 years	€10,000–€12,000
BSc UX Design / Interaction Design	Bachelors	English	3 years	€10,000–€12,000
BSc Film & Media Production	Bachelors	English	3 years	€10,000–€12,000
BSc Media Management	Bachelors	English/German	3 years	€9,000–€11,000
MSc Game Design	Masters	English	15 months	€12,000–€14,000
MSc UX Design	Masters	English	15 months	€12,000–€14,000
MBA Media Management	MBA	English/German	15 months	€14,000–€16,000

BA in Communication Design

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Duration

36 M

Yearly Tuition

₹6.65 L

English

IELTS 6.0

TOEFL 72

MSc in Media Management

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Duration

24 M

Yearly Tuition

₹6.65 L

English

IELTS 6.0

TOEFL 72

Tuition Fees & Cost of Studying

Fee Component	Amount	Notes
Annual tuition (BSc)	€9,000–€12,000/year	Total 3-year: €27,000–€36,000
Annual tuition (MSc/MBA)	€12,000–€16,000/year	15-month total: €15,000–€20,000
Blocked account	€11,208	German student visa
Health insurance	~€110/month	Mandatory

Admission Requirements for Indian Students

To apply to Mediadesign Hochschule Berlin, you will need the following:

Academic: Minimum 80 on TOEFL / 6.0 on IELTS. GRE is not required. German language: B1 English | C1 German (DSH-2 / TestDaF TDN4).
Documents: Official transcripts of past studies, valid passport, personal statement/SOP, letter of recommendation, CV/resume.
Deadlines: Applications for October & April intake typically open 3–6 months before the start date.

Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required

Official transcripts of all past studies

A valid passport

A Personal Resume or Portfolio

Valid scores in Aptitude tests (for some courses)

A VPD from Uni-Assist

US Student Visa

Letter of Motivation and Essay

Test & Score Required

TOEFL iBT

IELTS (Academic)

6.0

Language Requirement

B1 English | C1 German (DSH-2 / TestDaF TDN4)

GRE or GMAT

GMAT (MBA); GRE not required

Application Process

Now - APS Certificate: Apply at aps-india.de - 6–8 weeks. Mandatory.
May–June 2026 - Documents: Transcripts (certified+translation), IELTS/TestDaF, SOP, LORs, CV, APS, passport.
1 June 2026 - Apply: Via university portal. No paper submissions.
15 July 2026 - Deadline: Hard deadline for most Master's programs.
August 2026 - Decision: Zulassungsbescheid → use for German student visa.
Aug–Sep 2026 - Blocked account + visa: Expatrio/Fintiba (3–5 days). German Embassy 8–10 weeks.
October 2026 - Arrive in Berlin: Anmeldung within 14 days. Enroll. Activate semester ticket.

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Scholarships & Financial Aid

Scholarship	Amount	Notes
MD.H Merit Scholarship	Up to 20% tuition reduction	Academic merit - apply with admission
DAAD Masters	€992/month	Via daad.de - covers living costs
Deutschlandstipendium	€300/month	After enrollment

Campus Life & Student Accommodation

Students & Alumni

Total Students

8,000

International Students

15%

Male Students

45.9%

Female Students

54.1%

Student Faculty Ratio

13.00:1

Alumni Count

62,000

Others

Acceptance Rate

35.00

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Academic Focus

Public

Safety Index

Moderately Safe (72)

Cost of Living in Berlin

Expense	Monthly Range	Notes
Accommodation (dorm/WG)	€400–€750	Studierendenwerk Berlin dorms: €400–€520. Private WG: €500–€750.
Food & groceries	€180–€250	Mensa meals €2.80–€4.50. Halal options widely available.
Health insurance	~€110	Mandatory. TK or AOK most used by Indian students.
Transport	€0	BVG AB Semester Ticket included in contribution.
Books / SIM / personal	€70–€120	Most materials digitally available.
Misc / social	€100–€200	Berlin affordable for culture vs other European capitals.
TOTAL	€860–€1,430/month	More expensive than Bonn/Bremen. Cheaper than London/Paris/Zürich.

Tuition Fee Range

~ Moderate

Low Moderate High

Annual Living Expenses

€1,100–€1,400

per month

Career Opportunities After Studying at RWTH Aachen

Field	Salary Range	Employers
Game Design	€42,000–€62,000	Ubisoft Berlin, Wooga, King, Berlin indie studios, global game companies with Berlin offices
UX / Interaction Design	€46,000–€64,000	Zalando, N26, SoundCloud, HelloFresh, Berlin tech startups
Film / Media Production	€38,000–€56,000	Berlin production companies, Netflix Germany, ARD Digital
Media Management MBA	€46,000–€64,000	Media agencies, digital platforms, entertainment companies

Rankings & Global Recognition

Aspect	Status
QS / THE	Not ranked
German state accreditation	Fully state-accredited - Blue Card eligible
Ubisoft / game industry recognition	MD.H Berlin has formal partnerships with Ubisoft Berlin and Berlin game studio ecosystem

FAQs About RWTH Aachen University

What is Mediadesign Hochschule Berlin (MD.H)?

MD.H Berlin is a private, state-accredited university of applied sciences specialising in game design, UX/interaction design, film and media production, and media management. It offers English-taught programs and has campuses in Berlin and Munich.

Is MD.H Berlin tuition-free?

It is a private institution with tuition fees of approximately €9,000–€12,000 per year for BSc programs and €12,000–€16,000 per year for MSc/MBA programs.

What IELTS is required for MD.H Berlin?

IELTS 6.0 is the minimum requirement, and no German language is required for English-taught programs.

Is APS required?

APS certification is mandatory for Indian applicants and takes approximately 6–8 weeks via aps-india.de.

What English programs does MD.H offer?

Programs include BSc Game Design (English), BSc UX Design (English), BSc Film & Media Production (English), MSc Game Design (English), and MSc UX Design (English), subject to updates on mediadesign.de.

How does MD.H compare to UdK Berlin for game design?

Compared to UdK Berlin, MD.H offers English-taught game design and UX programs with more accessible admission (IELTS 6.0 and fees ~€10,000–€12,000/year), while UdK is free but requires C1 German, a portfolio, and has a 5–10% acceptance rate.

What scholarships are available?

Scholarships include the MD.H Merit Scholarship (up to 20% tuition reduction), DAAD scholarships for master’s students (€992/month via daad.de), and the Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month).

What careers follow MD.H Berlin programs?

Career outcomes include Game Design (€42,000–€62,000) at Ubisoft Berlin, Wooga, King, and indie studios; UX Design (€46,000–€64,000) at Zalando, N26, and Berlin tech startups; and Film/Media (€38,000–€56,000).

Is MD.H Berlin state-accredited?

MD.H is fully state-accredited, and its degrees are legally recognized in Germany and the EU, making graduates eligible for the German EU Blue Card pathway.

What is the total cost for an Indian student at MD.H Berlin?

Total cost estimates: MSc programs require ~€15,000–€20,000 tuition plus €11,208 blocked account and ~€15,000 living costs (15 months), totaling approximately ₹35–45 lakh. BSc programs cost ~€27,000–€36,000 tuition plus living expenses, totaling approximately ₹55–75 lakh over 3 years.