Teaching philosophy
Learning to draw begins with seeing. The programme starts with the basics of visual perception and design. Students try out various media and techniques in order to understand and apply the visual language. Projects with practice partners provide valuable insights into everyday working life. Lectures, workshops and meetings with renowned illustrators and alumni deepen knowledge and create networks.
The theory of illustration is directly linked to practical applications, for example by analysing comics. Students develop independence and confidence in their skills in order to assert themselves in contemporary practice. Individuality is encouraged, with students' authorship taking centre stage. This methodical approach has earned the programme an excellent reputation and leads to internationally recognised graduates in illustration and creative professions.
Programme of study
Disciplinary: practical modules and specialised theory
The programme consists of modules that build on each other and include exercises, theory and self-initiated projects. Criticism is used constructively in individual and group discussions to redefine aspirations and ambitions. The Illustration subject block, consisting of compulsory modules, forms the focus of the programme.
Interdisciplinary: +Colaboratory, +Reflect, +Focus
The interdisciplinary +++Modules deal with current social, cultural and technological challenges. The one-week +Reflect modules focus on art, design and philosophy. Two +Colabor modules complete the curriculum. The +Focus modules offer the opportunity to acquire additional skills in the workshops.
The interdisciplinary programme is complemented by evening lectures on design, media and art history as well as inter-university ISA modules.
