Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master's program in Multimodal Communication at VU Amsterdam is a one-year, full-time program that focuses on the study of written and spoken language in combination with other forms of communication. The program explores how different forms of communication, such as text, images, and speech, function together to convey meaning.

Program Description

The program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of how communication works in different contexts, including media, personal interaction, and professional settings. Students will learn how to analyze and optimize communication for specific purposes, such as training, advising, or content creation.

Program Structure

The program consists of a range of courses that cover topics such as:

• Multimodal communication: The study of how different forms of communication, such as text, images, and speech, function together to convey meaning.
• Communication analysis: The analysis of how communication works in different contexts, including media, personal interaction, and professional settings.
• Communication optimization: The optimization of communication for specific purposes, such as training, advising, or content creation.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue a range of career opportunities, including:

• Communication advisor
• Trainer for media companies
• Communication content analyst

Program Details

• Language: English
• Duration: 1 year
• Type: Full-time

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• Multimodal communication
• Communication analysis
• Communication optimization