Would you like to study or pursue part-time professional development at the New Design University (NDU)?
Whether it′s a bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral program, or university course – here’s a step-by-step guide on how to apply successfully.

For all programs:

• First, create an account in the NDU-Webportal
• Choose your desired degree program or course
• The portal will always show which data or documents are still missing

Required documents for every application:

• Letter of motivation
• Valid photo ID
• Photo for your student ID

Tip: Upload your documents early so there is enough time for any corrections or additions.

2. Bachelor – Faculty of Design

Courses:

• BA Interior & 3D-Design
• BA Graphic & Informationdesign
• BA Design, Craft & Material Culture

Additional requirements:

• Admission is also possible without a high school diploma (Matura) if creative ability is demonstrated in the entrance exam
• Portfolio with 15–20 works
• Requested digitally after successful online registration
• Must also be brought in physical form on the day of the entrance exam

Exam dates:

• Endd of January
• End of May
• Mid-August

Tip: Schedule a consultation with the program director to review your portfolio in advance.
If you fail a part of the exam, you can retake it – only the failed sections need to be repeated.

3. Bachelor – Faculty Innovation & Management

Studiengänge:

• BEng Event Engineering
• BSc Management by Design

Additional requirements:

• High school diploma (Matura), or
• University entrance qualification exam (can be completed within the first two semesters)

Exam date:

• Three fixed dates (same as Faculty of Design)
• Additional individual appointments upon request

4. Master’s Programs

Faculty of Design – MA Interiordesign & Visual Communication:

• Previous degree in design (minimum 180 ECTS)
• Portfolio must be uploaded with the application

Faculty of Innovation & Management – MSc Management by Innovation:

• Previous degree (any field, minimum 180 ECTS)
• No portfolio required

Tip: Consultation sessions help clarify your qualifications and project ideas.

5. Doctorate – Value Through Design

Requirements:

• Completed master’s degree
• Detailed research proposal
• Confirmation from a primary supervisor

Tip: The more precise your research proposal, the faster the application process.

6. Additional Information for All Applications

• Language requirement: German level B2
  (Proof via certificate such as ÖSD, Goethe, etc., or assessed during the entrance exam)
• Consultations: Can be booked via the info line
• Retakes: Possible – only failed sections need to be repeated