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STATE-APPROVED

SCULPTOR

Our training course to become a state-approved sculptor can be completed full-time or part-time and forms the basis of a realistic, figurative sculptor.

 

In this full-time training course we teach you the art techniques, which means you learn the most important basics of realistic drawing and modelling with clay so that you can later develop your own style. The success of our teaching programme mainly relates to the organised and clear structure. Each piece of work builds on the previous one. This way you deepen what you have learned and progress step by step.

Therefore, anyone can start, even without prior knowledge.

In addition to the basics of craftsmanship, you will also find many additional teaching modules such as anatomy, material science, art history and art business. Because our greatest concern is to make you fit for your dream job and give you opportunities to earn money in the art world.


DIPLOMA

State-approved sculptor

 

The qualification is officially recognised by the Hessian Ministry of Science and Art and is valid nationally and in some cases internationally.


TEACHING MODEL

  • Only face-to-face teaching takes place.

  • Lessons are given in trimesters. There are 3 trimesters per year with 11 weeks of block teaching. Trimester holidays are in between.

  • Full-time and part-time possible.

  • During the trimester, classes take place from Monday to Friday between 9:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Full-time students have classes Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on two evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Part-time students choose class days and times when registering; possible classes are 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Monday to Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

  • The language of instruction is English. German is possible in some areas. Basically, we have an international community, as students and teachers come from all over the world.


TRAINING DURATION

  • The standard full-time training period is 3 years, which corresponds to 9 trimesters.

  • The standard part-time training period is 6 years, which corresponds to 18 trimesters.

  • If you take the additional qualification in the area of digital artist, the training is extended by a further year (3 trimesters).


CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates have various options. Depending on whether they have already chosen a career path, the training with us serves as a deepening and supplementary step.

  • Advertising industry

  • Assistance for established artists

  • Companies in various niches such as garden centers, home accessories

  • Art lessons at secondary schools, private schools and art academies

  • Film and gaming industry

  • Agencies for media, communication, product, graphic design


TRAINING FEE

​Full-time training

  • 730 € monthly in 36 installments. The trimester contribution is 2920 € and is divided into 4 installments of 730 € each if monthly transfer is requested.

Part-time training

  • 18 hours/week: €540 monthly fee (trimester: €2160). Here too, the trimester fee is split into 4 installments if monthly payment is desired.


FINANCING

  • Application for a non-repayable student BAFöG possible

  • Application for an education loan possible

  • Training costs are tax deductible up to a maximum of €6,000 per year

  • Participation in the scholarship program of the Academy's Friends Association is possible

  • Regular student exhibitions with picture sales

  • For further information simply arrange a consultation

State-approved study program

Art must be taught in a lively way in order to come alive. Art is movement, change and experimentation. At the Academy of Fine Art Germany, we support you in finding the artist in you and bringing your art to life. Decide now for one of our full-time or part-time study programs and become a state-approved painter or state-approved sculptor. No matter which study program you are interested in, with us you will be optimally prepared for a successful professional career.

Study program
Painter
Study program
Hybrid
Additional qualification
Digital Artist
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