Hochschule für Grafik und Buchkunst / Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig (HGB)
Founded in 1764, the Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig (HGB) in Leipzig is one of the oldest state art academies in Germany. Around 600 students are currently studying in the four degree programs Painting/Graphics, Book Art/Graphic Design, Photography and Media Art. In addition, a Master’s course in Curatorial Cultures was founded in 2009. This continuing education course is unique in Germany in this form and combines application-oriented research practice with academic reflection. In 2014, it celebrated its 250th anniversary together with the Hochschule für Bildende Künste Dresden, which was founded at the same time. The university’s gallery serves as a central exhibition venue.