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Overview At the Communication Science BSc programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, you will conduct a lot of research independently. You will examine the real problems faced by real organisations and look for feasible solutions. As a result, you will not only gain knowledge of communications, but you will also learn important skills like how to set up an experiment and analyse data.As a student of this Bachelor programme you are part of an international classroom with students and teachers from various (national) backgrounds. All courses are English-taught and designed from an international perspective. There is increasing demand in the labour market for communications experts. Technical developments are happening continuously and rapidly, and media use is constantly changing. Therefore, organisations need experts who understand these changes and know how to deal with them. As a communication scientist, you will be able to work at any organisation with a communications department, regardless of the sector.Why VU Amsterdam?At VU Amsterdam, you will receive a lot of personal attention and intensive guidance. In addition to lectures, you will work on assignments in small study groups. This allows you to develop a personal bond with instructors and fellow students.You will have a lot of room to conduct your own research. You will be taught the knowledge and techniques, but the research questions are up to you. In doing so, you will learn skills, such as data analysis and presentation skills, which will come in handy later on.Communication Science at VU Amsterdam is a multifaceted and socially relevant programme. You will learn to look critically at how communication affects society and your own life.You are part of an international classroom with students and teachers from various backgrounds.VU Amsterdam is an easily accessible campus university where you will meet students from all disciplines.Diversity is important at VU Amsterdam. Everyone is welcome.You will work together with students from other disciplines to find solutions to contemporary societal challenges such as globalisation, diversity and networks. Taster dayJoin VU Amsterdam for an online Taster Day! During this event, you will get a taste of what life is like as a student at our university. You will get to know one specific Bachelor's programme and find out what you can expect in terms of the content. There is also an opportunity to meet students who are currently following the programme.On-demand Bachelor’s dayDid you miss the Online Bachelor's Day on February 6? With a My Study Choice account, you can get access to the open day platform from February and view the various study programme videos! I want to find another Bachelor Course

How trustworthy is news if everyone with a vlog thinks they are a journalist? Are your friends really as happy as they appear on their Instagram account? What influence do social media have on political decision-making? During the Communication Science BSc programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, you will study how recent developments have turned the media landscape on its head.

Disciplines

Communication SciencesPublic RelationsJournalism

Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 92

Other Requirements

1A diploma equivalent to the Dutch pre-university VWO diplomaProof of sufficient proficiency in MathematicsTranscript of records; a transcript in English of the grades obtained over the final two years of your high school and any further education up to the moment of your application. IB and A-level applicants are asked to upload their predicted grades.A scan of your diploma (if you have already graduated).Curriculum Vitae; the curriculum vitae should include your personal details and list your previous education and relevant work experience (± 1-2 pages).English language test results (if already obtained).Copy of valid passport or ID (ID for EEA students only).

Communication Science