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Prospective students can apply twice a year for a place at the MHL. An aptitude test must be passed before the start of the course. This takes place in February for the following summer semester and in June for the following winter semester.

Information on the aptitude test for the winter term 2026/2027

Application period

1 February to 1 April 2026

Aptitude test period

8 to 19 Juni 2026

Application format

The aptitude test will take place in person at the MHL. For some courses, a video must be submitted during the application period. Information on technical and content requirements can be found in the respective course description.

Applications can only be submitted via the online portal MUVAV (www.muvac.com). Written applications are not possible and will not be accepted. Unnecessary documents will not be returned but will be destroyed in accordance with data protection regulations.

Costs

A fee of 60 Euro is charged for participation in the aptitude test procedure. Information on payment can be found in the online application portal.

German language skills: Information for prospective international students

As part of the aptitude test, all applicants whose native language is not German are required to take a German language test (level B2). Participation is mandatory. The test usually takes place on the evening of the day on which the main artistic subject is examined.

Information for persons with special needs

Study options and regulations regarding (aptitude) examinations for people with special needs according to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities are individually reviewed in accordance with the MHL's examination regulations. The contact person is Lars Driever (+49 451 1505 153).