Whether you have general questions regarding the degree programme Digital Media, or about the suitability assessment.The following will answer the most frequently asked questions about the degree programme Digital Media.
Questions about the suitability assessment (EFV)
1.What is the suitability assessment (EFV)?
The suitability assessment determines your fundamental suitability for the degree programme Digital Media.The EFV includes completing a package of tasks (homework) and taking a written examination at the Ulm University of Applied Sciences.Please note that you need to register for the EFV using the official Ulm University of Applied Sciences application forms.You must pass the EFV in order to be considered for a place on the degree programme Digital Media.
2.How can I prepare for the suitability assessment (EFV)?
It is helpful to keep working continuously on expressing yourself through your artistic / graphic skills.In addition, a fundamental interest in programming is advantageous.
3.What tasks will be set in the written examination?
In general, skills specific to the degree programme will be tested, along with your abilities/your motivation.The EFV may include tasks which provide insight into your logical-analytical thinking, skills in graphic/visual expression, spatial perception and the ability to develop creative solution strategies.
4.Is it permitted to use a computer for the homework?
Yes, in principle.However, a task which has been completed with the aid of a computer program (e.g. graphics creation, illustration, image processing) will not receive extra points in the evaluation compared with manual solutions.It is not your software knowledge which is being tested, but your individual ability to express yourself and your creative approach to problem-solving.
6.Can I ask in the faculty office if there is something I don’t understand about the homework tasks?
No.You must work through the tasks by yourself, without help from anyone else.You confirm this in the package of tasks with an appropriate declaration and your signature.The tasks are precisely formulated.Read everything through carefully, then many of your questions will be answered.
7.Do I need to submit my higher education entrance qualification certificate before the written examination?
No.
8.When do I find out if I have passed the suitability assessment (EFV)?
The results for the year concerned are generally announced from the middle of June onwards.
9.Who will explain to me why I have failed the suitability assessment (EFV)?
Unfortunately, we have neither the time, the organisational resources or the staff to provide individual consultations and comments on your examination results.Please bear this in mind and refrain from making individual enquiries at the faculty office.
11.Can I repeat the suitability assessment (EFV) if I fail it?
Yes.You can repeat the suitability assessment (EFV) once.
12.I am not able to sit the written examination on that date.Can I take the examination later on an alternative date?
No.The suitability assessment only takes place once a year.There are no alternative dates for sitting the examination.
General questions about the degree programme Digital Media
1.What is a Bachelor's degree programme?
Bachelor’s and Master’s are the two degree qualifications common in English-speaking countries and which are gradually being introduced in Germany as well.In the case of the degree programme Digital Media, the Bachelor's qualification more or less corresponds to a Fachhochschule Diploma.
2.How long does a Bachelor's degree programme take?
Different courses take different periods of time.The duration varies between six and eight semesters.The degree programme Digital Media at Ulm University of Applied Sciences takes 7 semesters, including one practical semester.
3.How many places are there on the degree programme Digital Media each year?
Each intake consists of 26 study places.
Questions about the admission requirements for the degree programme Digital Media
1.What qualifications do I need in order to start the degree programme Digital Media?
You either need a) a general higher-education entrance qualification certificate, or b) a subject-specific higher-education entrance qualification certificate or an entrance qualification certificate for a university of applied sciences, or c) a higher-education entrance qualification recognised to be equivalent either by legal provision or by the responsible government agency.
2.Which “Numerus Clausus” do I need for admission to the degree programme Digital Media?
This question can generally not be answered, because there is no “Numerus Clausus” as such.First of all, admission depends on your grade in the suitability assessment (EFV). The results of the examination are combined with the German and mathematics grades from the higher education entrance qualification to form an “admissions grade”.This grade is essential for admission.Secondly, admission depends on the number of applicants, their grades, and the number of waiting semesters for the relevant year.Generally speaking, if you have a suitability assessment grade of 2.5 or better, you should be in with a good chance.
3.If I have completed subject-specific vocational training or have subject-specific career experience, what advantages do I have?
Essentially, subject-specific vocational training or career experience represents prior practical experience which may well be useful for your course and the success of your studies.Subject-specific vocational training or career experience can improve the overall grade for the suitability assessment process.This is defined in detail in the EFV regulations.
Questions regarding applying for a study place on the degree programme Digital Media (after successfully completing the EFV)
1.How is the admissions procedure regulated?
The admissions process itself is regulated generally on a State-level by the university admissions regulations (Hochschulvergabeverordnung – HVVO), for all study places on limited-admission degree programmes.
2.How do I find out what ranking I have?
Your ranking number will not tell you whether you will be awarded a study place or not.This essentially depends on how many of the applicants who have been sent a Notification of Admission enrol on the course.
3.Is there a “lottery” for places like in the Clearing process?
No.
4.I have been awarded a study place. Can I reserve my study place for the following year and delay starting my studies until then?
No that is not possible.You will have to reapply from scratch, with all the associated “risks”.
5.Is it possible for foreign students to apply for the degree programme Digital Media?
Applications from abroad are possible in principle.Please note that you must take part in the suitability assessment.This test is only offered in the German language.
6.Can I join the course in a higher semester?
This can only be considered on a case-by-case basis.In every case, a fundamental requirement is a successfully-passed suitability assessment for a creative degree programme in Baden-Württemberg.
