Alternative educational programme With its focus on art and society, the degree programme at Alanus University offers a unique alternative in the educational landscape. Broad artistic spectrum The study programme covers all areas of contemporary fine arts: from painting, drawing and graphics, sculpture, artistic photography, digital and time-based media to installation, performance, participatory projects and interventions in public space. Individual support Our students are supported by a highly motivated team of professors, lecturers and staff in the orientation area and in all of the 12 specialisation classes. We place great value in creating a constructive, positive working atmosphere. The focus is on the artistic as well as the personal development of the students. Critical faculties and the formation of opinions, sensibilisation for larger social contexts are among the objectives of the teaching programme. Working environment In the fine arts programme at Alanus University, all students have their own studio space, which is accessible around the clock. In addition, there are large outdoor areas for sculptural work. There is also a state-of-the-art media workshop with computer workstations and a photo studio, as well as various workshops. Location Campus I - Johannishof is close to nature and guarantees a quiet and concentrated working atmosphere. The art centres of the Rhineland are in the immediate vicinity and can be reached in a short time. Internationality Study trips lasting several days and international projects take place regularly. In addition, students can spend semesters abroad at selected partner universities. The art programme is popular with students from all over the world, so international encounters and exchanges can take place on campus. Interdisciplinary approach In seminars and lectures of the cultural studies supplementary programme Studium Generale, students from all disciplines learn together. Interdisciplinary projects provide new perspectives. Practical relevance and professional orientation The students regularly realise and document exhibitions inside and outside the university. During their fine arts studies, students are already encouraged to participate in competitions and public projects. Internships, e.g. with established artists, guarantee insights into everyday professional life. In this way, the Bachelor's degree programme Fine Arts prepares students for various freelance careers and professional orientations: In addition to working as a freelance visual artist, students can also pursue numerous art-related professions or take further Master's degree programmes.