Master's Program in Media and Communication Studies: Digital Communication

University of Mannheim

Germany, Mannheim

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University of Mannheim

Germany , Mannheim

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

German

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesAugust-2022

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 semester(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 1,500 / semester

Next Intake August-2022

Master's Program in Media and Communication Studies: Digital Communication

About

The master's program in Media and Communication Studies: Digital Communication is a research-based course of studies addressing current, socially relevant phenomena of the digitalized world.

The master's program focuses on research into the social and psychological consequences of digital transition. The students therefore always deal with current topics: Every year, we offer two new focal points that are oriented towards the current developments in digital communication.

In the course of your studies, you will also deepen your methodological and theoretical knowledge in the field of media and communication studies and apply it in a two-semester research project. In small groups you will examine an individual research question. Research is carried out independently from the planning stage to the implementation and presentation of the results.

With the elective module, the master's program also offers students the opportunity to choose their own specializations outside their subject, for example in Literary Studies, History, Political Science or Psychology.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

To be admitted to the master's program in Media and Communication Studies: Digital Communication applicants need to have a bachelorâ€™s degree in Media and Communication Studies. A degree in a different field is sufficient if it is recognized as equivalent by the admissions committee. The following requirements must be met:

a total of 180 ECTS credits or a standard period of study of six semesters/three years,
at least 40 ECTS credits in Media and Communication Studies,
examinations in relevant research methods corresponding to at least 8 ECTS credits.

Selection
We take a variety of criteria into account in our selection process:

final grade or current grade average achieved in your bachelorâ€™s degree,
relevant stays abroad,
Awards such as scholarships, prizes or scientific publications.

English Program Requirements

Language requirements
You must submit proof that your English language proficiency is equivalent to level B2.
German language proficiency equivalent to level C1 is also required. Please click here for more information.

Career

The master's program provides our students with a sound scientific education. After completing a subsequent doctoral degree, graduates from this masters program can also pursue a career in academia either in the field of Media and Communication Studies or a related field.

There is a variety of demanding media-related activities for graduates of the program, such as for example in journalism, film and television, communications management, and public relations as well as in market research and marketing.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 1,500 / semester

How to Apply

To apply to the University of Mannheim, you must complete an online application form and upload all required supporting documents. An overview of the required documents can be found below and on the website of the Admissions Office.

Firstly, you are asked to enter personal information and upload documents, such as a your University Entrance Qualifiction, CV, and Transcript of Records. Please make sure to upload the respective document at the right place. Please note that it is not possible to change personal data or documents that have been uploaded in this section after you have confirmed correctness of the dates you stated in the form.

In the second part of the application process you are allowed to apply for up to three degree programs. All applications are treated equally. In the application form for the “Master in Economics” you can upload your motivation letter and academic essay.

You can find an overview of the whole application process here. Please read the information carefully as it applies to all of the master's degree programs available at the University of Mannheim and is relevant for both German and international applicants. We also recommend that you read the Master’s Guide.