Design for Digital Futures (MA) Technische Hochschule Nürnberg Georg Simon Ohm

100% English

Interdisciplinary and Practical

The Design for Digital Futures (MA) programme at the Ohm is designed for students who want to combine creativity with technology. This international Master’s programme is taught in English and welcomes students from diverse backgrounds who are eager to explore the future of digital design. In this programme, you will develop a strong technical foundation while working on your own creative projects. You will gain practical experience in areas such as computer-generated imagery (CGI), generative design, and artificial intelligence (AI), allowing you to shape innovative digital experiences. What makes this programme unique is its interdisciplinary approach. You will work across different fields—including illustration, graphic design, typography, film, animation, interaction, and object design—while also developing skills in computer sciences, AI, physical interaction, and mathematical principles. This combination ensures that you graduate with both creative expertise and technical knowledge, preparing you for careers at the forefront of digital design.

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Application period for the following winter semester: 2 to 31 May

The stated tuition fee of 1,000 EUR applies from the winter semester 2026/27 onwards.
Tuition is charged for students from non-EEA countries. More information is available on this page.

FIRST SEMESTER
Computer Science Foundation I
- Applied Mathematical Method for Designers I
- Applied Computer Science I

Design Project I
- Project based learning

Design Research I 
- Design Research basics
- Future perspectives

SECOND SEMESTER
Computer Science Foundation II
- Applied Mathematical Methods for Designers II
- Applied Computer Science II

Design Project II
- Project based learning

Design Research II
- Design Research basics

Master's Days
- Project presentation

THIRD SEMESTER
Semester Abroad
Monitoring

FOURTH SEMESTER
Master's Thesis

Mandatory third semester abroad

1,000 EUR

The stated tuition fee of 1,000 EUR applies from the winter semester 2026/27 onwards.
Tuition is charged for students from non-EEA countries. More information is available on this page.

The student services fee at Technische Hochschule Nürnberg is currently 72 EUR.

Depending on your individual lifestyle, you should anticipate monthly expenses of approximately 1,000 EUR, which would cover rent, insurance, food, study materials, leisure activities, and other living costs.

• A Bachelor’s degree in design (minimum 180 ECTS)
• A portfolio showcasing your recent projects
• A motivational letter explaining your interest in the programme
• Proof of English language proficiency (B2 level)
• A curriculum vitae

For further information please visit our website with FAQs on the admission requirements and application process.

We accept the following English certificates:

• TOEFL
• IELTS (minimum 5.5)
• UNICERT II
• Cambridge English First (Grade B or C)
• Cambridge English Advanced (Level B2)
• TELC English B2

Application period for the following winter semester: 2 to 31 May

Please visit our website for more information.

Students may, for example, take up a "Minijob" or gain employment as working students with companies in the Nuremberg region. Opportunities also exist to work as student assistants at our university. However, it is important to ensure that such employment does not interfere with the time and commitment required for academic studies.

International students arriving directly from abroad can apply for a room in student housing if sufficient places are available. Student residences are located close to the university's campus and are well equipped. Rent for a single room in student housing ranges from 200 to 400 EUR. https://www.werkswelt.de/index.php?id=wohnen&setlang=en

In the local apartment market, rent is more expensive, except if several people share one apartment. 
www.housinganywhere.com or www.wg-gesucht.de

The university's career advisers will assist students with the preparations to enter professional life. Numerous workshops are offered by the Career Service, e.g. how to write a good CV and cover letter or interview techniques.

The Career Service also provides a database with job offers.
For more information, please follow this link.