- At the Alanus University of Art and Society we offer more than 20 bachelor's and master's degree programs. - All study programs at Alanus University are state-recognized. So you get the same degree as at a state university. - We also offer some courses on a part-time or part-time basis.
Alanus University of Arts and SocietyAbout the
Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences (Alanus Hochschule für Kunst und Gesellschaft) is a state-accredited private university in Alfter (near Bonn), Germany, providing education in the arts and social sciences up to doctorate level. It has offered accredited arts degrees since 2003 and other degrees since 2006. In 2010, the university was awarded institutional accreditation and the right to award doctorates by the German Council of Science and Humanities. The university was founded as an anthroposophical art school in 1973. In cooperation with Rudolf Steiner University College, it publishes the international academic journal Research on Steiner Education.
Focus of Study : At Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences, we focus on holistic education. In addition to a sound basis in technical subjects, we attach great importance to the personal development of our students regarding their own perception and understanding of their individual contribution to society. This idea lies at the heart of our Bachelor's, Diplom and Master's programmes, doctoral studies, research, artistic development projects, and the development of the university as a whole.
Benefit, Goal of this course : As a state-recognised university of the arts with two locations, one in Alfter on the outskirts of Bonn (NRW) and one in Mannheim, we offer courses in the fields of fine and performing arts, architecture, art therapy, education, business and philosophy. The unique combination of science and art encourages encounters between the disciplines and enables students to continually broaden their horizons. This is achieved, through interdisciplinary projects and the Studium Generale (General Studies), which is an integral component of every degree programme. In these supplementary lectures and seminars, students acquire a fundamental education in cultural studies and the humanities aimed at promoting the development of their own attitudes and outlook. Through work in small groups, with intensive exchange between lecturers and students, we also create space for personal, scientific and artistic development.
Curriculum :
Department 01 // Fine Arts
• Fine Arts study area (BFA/MFA)
• Art - Pedagogy - Therapy study area
Department 02 // Performing Arts
• Department of Eurythmy
• Institute for Eurythmy Therapy
• Department of Drama
Department 03 // Architecture
• Institute for Process Architecture
Department 04 // Artistic Therapies and Therapy Science
• Institute for Art Therapy
Department 05 // Educational Science
• Institute for Educational Science and Empirical Educational and Social Research
• Institute for School Education and Teacher Training
• Institute for Childhood Education
• Institute for Philosophical and Aesthetic Education
Department 06 // Economics
• Institute for Educational Economics
• Institute for Social Organics
• Chair for General Business Administration, especially Production and Service Management
• Chair for General Business Administration, especially Banking, Finance and Accounting
• Chair for Economics and Society
• Chair for General Business Administration, especially Marketing and Controlling
• Chair of Sustainable Organization and Workplace Design (NOA)
Focus of Study : At Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences, we focus on holistic education. In addition to a sound basis in technical subjects, we attach great importance to the personal development of our students regarding their own perception and understanding of their individual contribution to society. This idea lies at the heart of our Bachelor's, Diplom and Master's programmes, doctoral studies, research, artistic development projects, and the development of the university as a whole.
Benefit, Goal of this course : As a state-recognised university of the arts with two locations, one in Alfter on the outskirts of Bonn (NRW) and one in Mannheim, we offer courses in the fields of fine and performing arts, architecture, art therapy, education, business and philosophy. The unique combination of science and art encourages encounters between the disciplines and enables students to continually broaden their horizons. This is achieved, through interdisciplinary projects and the Studium Generale (General Studies), which is an integral component of every degree programme. In these supplementary lectures and seminars, students acquire a fundamental education in cultural studies and the humanities aimed at promoting the development of their own attitudes and outlook. Through work in small groups, with intensive exchange between lecturers and students, we also create space for personal, scientific and artistic development.
Curriculum :
Department 01 // Fine Arts
• Fine Arts study area (BFA/MFA)
• Art - Pedagogy - Therapy study area
Department 02 // Performing Arts
• Department of Eurythmy
• Institute for Eurythmy Therapy
• Department of Drama
Department 03 // Architecture
• Institute for Process Architecture
Department 04 // Artistic Therapies and Therapy Science
• Institute for Art Therapy
Department 05 // Educational Science
• Institute for Educational Science and Empirical Educational and Social Research
• Institute for School Education and Teacher Training
• Institute for Childhood Education
• Institute for Philosophical and Aesthetic Education
Department 06 // Economics
• Institute for Educational Economics
• Institute for Social Organics
• Chair for General Business Administration, especially Production and Service Management
• Chair for General Business Administration, especially Banking, Finance and Accounting
• Chair for Economics and Society
• Chair for General Business Administration, especially Marketing and Controlling
• Chair of Sustainable Organization and Workplace Design (NOA)
Course Information
Accommodation
Off-campus Residence
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Course Schedule
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Fees
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* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
Please note that Alanus University does not directly provide apartments or rooms. However, the university is cooperating with a couple of investors who offer 122 fully furnished student apartments in the immediate vicinity of Campus II - Villestraße. You are also welcome to create your own notice, which we will post on the bulletin board for you.
Surrounding Area
Thanks to the good transport connections and regular bus and train connections, Bonn, Cologne and surrounding places are very easy to reach. In addition, the region offers a beautiful landscape with many parks, forests, lakes and of course the Rhine (including Kottenforst, Siebengebirge, Siegtal). But leisure activities are also not neglected here with cultural events, festivals and sporting activities! Overall, the region around Alfter offers students a variety of advantages, such as good transport connections, a variety of leisure activities and job opportunities, which not only enrich student life, but can also make it easier!
Facilities
The Alanus Library contains a large collection of literature for studying and academic work. Literature research is carried out using catalogs and search engines. The most important publications and standard works for all degree programs at the university are available in the library. The collection also includes Waldorf education and anthroposophical books and magazines. The Complete Edition (GA) by Rudolf Steiner is almost completely available in several copies and can be borrowed.
Activity
- Study Buddy Program : Network with local students.
- Cultural events : International students organize a cultural evening program together with the International Office.
- Student Council : Elected representative of students who you can contact with concerns about your studies.
- University sports : You can also take part in university sports at the University of Bonn; reduced prices apply to students from other universities.
- Individual projects: There is always room to get involved individually!
Getting to the school from the airport
Directions
- The Alanus University has several locations in Alfter.
- The departments of architecture, business administration, art therapy and educational science can be found on Campus II on Villestrasse.
- The departments of painting, sculpture, eurythmy and acting are located on Campus I/Johannishof . The acting department also has rehearsal rooms in the Kronensaal at Kronenstrasse 14 in Alfter.
- The university management car park is available for guests of the Rectorate.
By public transport from Bonn
- From Bonn main station, take tram line 18 or 68 in the direction of Cologne-Thielenbruch for about ten minutes and get off at the “Alfter Stadtbahn/Alanus Hochschule” stop.
- You need to get to Campus I/Johannishof from the “Alfter Stadtbahn/Alanus Hochschule” stop. on foot about 30 minutes. Follow the signs to “Alanus Hochschule Johannishof”. Alternatively, minibus line 882 will take you from the “Alfter Stadtbahn” stop to the “Lohheckenweg” stop. From there it is about a 5-minute walk to Johannishof. Bus line 843 will take you from there “Alfter Stadtbahn” stop to the “Hertersplatz” stop. From there it’s about a 15-minute walk to Johannishof.
- Outside bus travel times, it is also possible to order a “collective taxi” (Tel. 01806. 151515). Please note that the trip must be announced by telephone half an hour in advance. The taxi will wait at the tram stop and take you to Campus I/Johannishof (please inquire about the fee).
- To get to Campus II, from the "Alfter Stadtbahn/Alanus Hochschule" stop, follow the street "Im Benden" to the left on foot and after 600m turn right into Bonn-Brühler-Straße. After 200m you will find the second Alanus University campus on the left.
By public transport from Cologne
- Coming from Cologne, take the regional transport to the “Roisdorf Bahnhof” stop.
- To Campus I/Johannishof, take minibus number 882. This will take you to the “Lohheckenweg” stop in about ten minutes. From there it's about a 5-minute walk to Johannishof.
- To get to Campus II, leave the platform in the direction of Bonn-Brühler-Straße. Follow the main road to the left for about 1000m. After about ten minutes you will reach the second campus of the university on the left. Alternatively, you can take minibus number 882 to the “Im Benden” stop and go back to Bonn-Brühler-Straße and continue towards Bonn. After 200m you will find the second Alanus University campus on the left.
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