Media and Political Communication

- Master´s program -

• Admission requirements

  • University degree with at least 60 credit points in the field of media and communication studies (including at least 10 credit points in research methods).

  • Proof of language proficiency in English (English proficiency at level B2 CEFR).

  The admission is limited.

  The DSH - or German Language University Entrance Exam for Foreign Students - is obligatory for all applicants whose first language is not German and who have earned their initial degree from a university (or equivalent institution) where the language of instruction is not German.

• Subject

  The master’s program in media and political communication attracts outstanding bachelor’s degree graduates in media and communication studies from all over the world. The program provides students with the analytical and methodological skills necessary for understanding and researching political communication in an ever-changing media world. Focal points of the program include: political communication and media or mediated political communication; political communication management; political journalism; media policy and regulations. There is a strong focus on international and comparative perspectives.

• Key information

  Application period	April 15 – May 31
  Program start	Winter semester
  Language	English, German
  Degree	Master of Arts (M.A.)
  Duration	4 semesters