Architecture
At a Glance
Faculty
Academic degree
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Type of Study
Full-time
Standard Duration of Study
8 semesters (including a practicum semester), 240 ECTS
Place of Study
Language of Instruction
German
Start of Studies
Winter Semester (October 1)
Admission Requirements
High school diploma, technical college entrance qualification, vocational qualification, or foreign educational credential; aptitude test
Costs
Semester Tuition ( including semester ticket)
Semester Abroad
Available as a theory or practicum semester
Studying with a Industry Partner
Accreditation
Accredited by the Accreditation Council
Registration
May 2 – June 15
Program Profile
In the Bachelor’s program in Architecture, you’ll develop skills in design, planning, and construction. You’ll learn to master complex planning requirements and work as part of a team. With a strong foundation in the natural sciences and knowledge of architectural history, you’ll explore people’s daily needs. The program focuses on both the aesthetic design and the functional, technical, and economic planning of buildings. The eight-semester program concludes with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree and directly qualifies you to practice as an architect in Germany and the EU.
Studying Architecture: Shaping Innovation – Building Sustainably
What We Value
Strong focus on practical application
The program is strongly practice-oriented. You’ll apply your knowledge early on in projects where you collaborate with students from other degree programs. Partners from the professional world are often involved as well. This not only helps you strengthen your social and cultural skills but also allows you to make your first professional contacts. Another major advantage of the program is the individual support you receive. Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts thus provides the ideal conditions for a well-rounded and successful education.
Diverse Areas of Study
The main areas of study in Coburg are:
- New Construction and Renovation
- Renovation of Older Buildings and Preservation of Historic Structures
- Energy-Efficient and Eco-Friendly Construction
- Accessible, Intergenerational Design
- Interdisciplinarity and Personal Development
Studying Abroad
Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts promotes international exchange with its partner universities in the architecture program. Further information is available from the university’s “Studying Abroad” service.
Course Content and Structure
The Architecture program also gives you access to a model workshop, a photo lab, and a CAD lab. These facilities enable creative and independent work.
Semesters 1 through 4: Fundamentals
- Design and Layout, Presentation
- Building Construction, Structural Engineering, and Materials
- Urban Planning
- Energy-Efficient Construction and Renovation
- 3 Course Outlines on Design, Layout, and Construction
- History of Architecture
- Supplementary elective modules covering theoretical content, practical knowledge, and personal development
- 9-week basic hands-on internship (may also be completed before the start of the program)
5th through 8th semesters: Internship semester and specialization
5th semester
- 20-week internship semester—also available abroad
Semesters 6 through 8: Specialization:
- Elective design projects with a focus on individual projects
- Interdisciplinary Project Work
- Structural Design with Structural Engineering
- Additional Specializations in Building Services Engineering and Building Renovation
- Organization and Law
- Supplementary elective modules covering theoretical content, practical knowledge, and personal development
- Bachelor’s thesis as a project with accompanying seminars
Practical Experience During College
Introductory Practicum
By the start of the fifth semester, students must complete a 9-week basic internship at a construction company in the primary construction sector. It may be completed in segments of at least four weeks each and must take place during the break between semesters. For more information, see our handout on the basic internship. Questions regarding the nature of the basic internship can be directed to the internship coordinator, Prof. Dietmar Kirsch.
Practical Study Semester
The practical semester generally takes place during the fifth semester of study. It is systematically supervised and spans a continuous period of 20 weeks. Students spend 18 weeks on the internship, and two weeks are devoted to a practical seminar at the university. You will gain familiarity with the typical professional activities of architects. The practical semester can also be completed abroad. The university has strong connections with the professional field, and the International Office provides support in finding a suitable internship position.
PraxisPLUS
A degree program with in-depth practical training through the PraxisPLUS model offers you the opportunity to gain more practical experience throughout your studies—without extending the duration of your degree program. This requires a contract for services with a company or institution. You can immediately apply the knowledge you gain in lectures to your work. You’ll be paid for your work at the company, which in turn makes it easier to finance your studies.
Registration and Aptitude Test
Admission Requirements
Prospective students with a general university entrance qualification, a subject-specific university entrance qualification, or a university of applied sciences entrance qualification may apply; under certain conditions, prospective students without a high school diploma may also apply. Admission to the program is not restricted; that is, there is no minimum grade requirement (Numerus Clausus, NC). Instead, applicants must take an aptitude test.
Aptitude Test
The aptitude test gives applicants the opportunity to assess whether their skills match the program’s requirements. In addition to general qualities such as high motivation, commitment, and a willingness to work hard, you’ll need a basic understanding of technical concepts and spatial reasoning skills. During the aptitude test, we’re particularly interested in your creative and design skills. An interview is also part of the aptitude test.
Dates
- Complete the online registration form: May 2 through June 15
- Invitations to the two-day aptitude test (July 6 and 7, 2026) will be sent via the online portal; notification will be sent by email
- Day 1, July 6, 2026: Aptitude Test, Part 1—digital version of a design assignment in the morning (MS Teams or similar)
- Day 2, July 7, 2026: Aptitude Test, Part 2 (in-person in Coburg); please bring your design assignment with you
- The results will be announced this evening and then sent out via the online portal.
Jobs & Careers
The architecture program at Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts fosters creative and conceptual thinking and action. As a result, it opens the door to a wide range of exciting career paths. With the eight-semester bachelor’s program followed by two years of professional experience, you’ll meet the requirements for registration on the Bavarian Register of Architects. This registration entitles you to use the professional title “architect.” Career paths range from freelance work with your own practice to starting a career in the public construction sector.
Potential employers include:
- Architecture, Planning, and Engineering Firms
- Government agencies, such as building departments and historic preservation agencies
- Companies in the construction sector and the construction industry
- Facility service providers, construction and energy consulting firms, etc.
Go get a master's degree!
After successfully completing their bachelor’s degree, outstanding graduates have the opportunity to further their education by pursuing a master’s degree. To this end, Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts offers a master’s program in Design as well as—in cooperation with the University of Bamberg—two master’s programs in Historic Preservation and Digital Heritage Technologies.
You can also find an overview of which master’s programs you can pursue with your bachelor’s degree here.
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More InformationPractical Knowledge and Knowledge Transfer
Practical connections, participation in competitions, and international exchange are central to the architecture program at Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts. Events such as the Coburg Housing Construction Day and the Wood Construction Day bring students together with professionals in the field.
The student-organized “Dienstagsreihe” brings renowned international architects to the university, as well as up-and-coming talents from the fields of design, photography, film, and art. At Campus.Design Open, students present their designs to a broad audience.
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More InformationCurriculum and Examination Regulations
The study plan provides an overview of the structure of the program. The module handbook provides information on the content of the individual modules. The academic and examination regulations form the legal basis for the program. Questions regarding the program’s content can be directed to the academic advisors, Prof. Anja Ohliger and Prof. Mario Tvrtković.
Student Ambassador
My name is Tamara Michel, and I’m a student ambassador for the architecture program. I’m excited to share my experiences with you and would be happy to answer any questions you have about studying architecture in Coburg! So if you’d like to know more about what the program actually entails or what life is like in Coburg, just send me an email at: tamara.michel@stud.hs-coburg.de
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