About the university
Macromedia University of Applied Sciences is a private, state-recognised university with its registered seat in Potsdam. It began teaching in Munich in 2006 as a media college and has since grown to about 5,500 students. It is institutionally accredited by the German Science and Humanities Council.
Macromedia is known for media, design, film, journalism, management and psychology. Its international programmes are taught 100% in English at the Berlin and Munich campuses, and include bachelor's in artificial intelligence, software engineering, business management and psychology, and master's and MBAs in business, marketing, media and data analytics.
Indian students choose Macromedia for creative and business programmes in English, two intakes a year and late application deadlines. It is a private university, so fees are much higher than at public German universities; compare carefully and check the study mode, as some MBAs are part-time.
Berlin is Germany's capital and start-up hub; Munich is one of its richest and most expensive cities. Both have tight housing markets, so plan early.
- Founded
- Teaching began in 2006 in Munich; the operating company dates from 1993
- Type
- Private, state-recognised university of applied sciences, registered in Potsdam
- Students
- About 5,500 (summer 2025, Federal Statistical Office figure)
- English-taught campuses
- Berlin and Munich; German-taught programmes run at several other cities
- Intakes
- April and October
- Tuition
- From €6,000 per semester; €699 registration fee
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS); 3 semesters with a 210 ECTS bachelor's
- Intakes
- April; October (apply by 1 April or 1 October)
- English
- Taught in English. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72 (or the Burlington VTest), per Macromedia's admission page. A 180 ECTS bachelor's qualifies for the 4-semester track.
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- Part-time: 4 semesters (120 ECTS) or 3 semesters (90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- April; October
- English
- Taught in English. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72 (or the Burlington VTest), per Macromedia's admission page. Needs a 180 or 210 ECTS bachelor's and two years of work experience.
- Postgraduate
MBA Master of Business Administration
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- 3 or 4 semesters
- Intakes
- April; October
- English
- Taught in English. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72 (or the Burlington VTest), per Macromedia's admission page.
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- 3 or 4 semesters
- Intakes
- April; October
- English
- Taught in English. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72 (or the Burlington VTest), per Macromedia's admission page.
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- 3 or 4 semesters
- Intakes
- April; October
- English
- Taught in English. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72 (or the Burlington VTest), per Macromedia's admission page.
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- 3 or 4 semesters
- Intakes
- April; October
- English
- Taught in English. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72 (or the Burlington VTest), per Macromedia's admission page.
- Undergraduate
BSc Digital Technologies & Coding: Artificial Intelligence
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters)
- Intakes
- April; October
- English
- Taught in English. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72 (or the Burlington VTest), per Macromedia's admission page.
- Undergraduate
BSc Digital Technologies & Coding: Software Engineering
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters)
- Intakes
- April; October
- English
- Taught in English. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72 (or the Burlington VTest), per Macromedia's admission page.
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA Business Management | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS); 3 semesters with a 210 ECTS bachelor's | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| MBA Data Analytics | Part-time: 4 semesters (120 ECTS) or 3 semesters (90 ECTS) | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| MBA Master of Business Administration | 3 or 4 semesters | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| MA Strategic Marketing | 3 or 4 semesters | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| MA Digital Media Business | 3 or 4 semesters | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| MA Business Psychology | 3 or 4 semesters | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| BSc Digital Technologies & Coding: Artificial Intelligence | 3 years (6 semesters) | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| BSc Digital Technologies & Coding: Software Engineering | 3 years (6 semesters) | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Macromedia University of Applied Sciences with similar universities in Germany.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's and master's starting in 2027
Early application discount
Value: 15% off tuition
Eligibility: Apply by 31 October for studies starting in 2027. Special prices cannot be combined with other discounts.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - All levels
Excellence Scholarship
Value: Knowledge scholarship or a tuition fee reduction; amount not published
Eligibility: A grade point average of 1.0–1.5 on the German scale, plus personal commitment.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Bachelor's
Thomas Heinrich Scholarship
Value: An international experience funded by the Heinrich family and Macromedia
Eligibility: One talented bachelor's student each year.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- A certified secondary school certificate that qualifies you for university study, recognised as equivalent where needed. Ask Macromedia how it treats the Indian Class 12.
- IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72, or an equivalent.
- Apply by 1 April (summer) or 1 October (winter); deadlines can be extended in exceptional cases.
- Indian applicants need an APS certificate for the visa process; see our Germany guide.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's of 180 ECTS for the four-semester master's, or 210 ECTS for the three-semester version, so a three-year Indian degree can qualify.
- The MBA Data Analytics also asks for two years of work experience.
- Check whether your programme is full-time; part-time study usually does not qualify for a student visa.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Certified school certificate (and degree certificates, if any)
- Proof of English (IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent)
- CV in tabular form
- Letter of motivation
- APS certificate for the visa
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 72 |
| Other | Burlington VTest or equivalent qualifications |
| Visa note | Macromedia advises checking which certificates your German mission accepts |
Accommodation and living costs
Macromedia does not publish housing figures on the pages we checked. Students rent rooms in Studierendenwerk halls, private residences or shared flats. The rows below are German ranges from our Germany guide; Berlin and Munich are at the top of them.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Registration feeCharged by Macromedia at the start of studies | €699one-off | ≈ ₹74,094 |
| Room in a student hall (Studierendenwerk)German range from our Germany guide | €250–450per month | ≈ ₹26,500 – ₹47,700 |
| Room in a shared flat (WG)German range from our Germany guide | €350–750per month | ≈ ₹37,100 – ₹79,500 |
| Statutory student health insurance2026 figure from our Germany guide | €135–150per month | ≈ ₹14,310 – ₹15,900 |
Campus and location
Macromedia's English-taught programmes run at its Berlin and Munich campuses. German-taught programmes are offered in several other cities.
- Berlin hosts the design, film, journalism, game design and digital technology bachelor's.
- Management, media management and psychology bachelor's run in both Berlin and Munich.
- Master's fees are lower in Munich (€6,000 per semester) than in Berlin (€6,840).
- Two intakes a year, on 1 April and 1 October.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Macromedia's programmes are practice-oriented and linked to the media, creative and business sectors in Berlin and Munich. German language skills widen your options a lot. Macromedia does not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we checked.
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FAQs
How much does Macromedia cost?
For summer 2027 entry, bachelor's cost €6,000 per semester. Master's and MBAs cost €6,000 per semester in Munich and €6,840 in Berlin. There is also a one-off €699 registration fee.
Is there a discount?
Yes. Applying by 31 October gives 15% off for studies starting in 2027. Macromedia also offers an Excellence Scholarship for students with very high grades.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 72, or an equivalent such as the Burlington VTest.
Can I apply with a three-year degree?
Yes. A 180 ECTS bachelor's qualifies for the four-semester master's; with 210 ECTS you can do it in three semesters.
When are the intakes?
Studies start on 1 April and 1 October, and the application deadline is the start date itself.
Sources
- Macromedia University: home page (English) (opens in a new tab)
- Macromedia University: fees and financing (opens in a new tab)
- Macromedia University: master's international price list, summer 2027 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Macromedia University: bachelor's international price list, summer 2027 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Macromedia University: admission and application (opens in a new tab)
- Macromedia University: MA Business Management (opens in a new tab)
- Macromedia University: MBA Data Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- Macromedia University: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- Wikipedia (German): Macromedia University of Applied Sciences (history, students) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.macromedia-fachhochschule.de/en (opens in a new tab)
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