Program Overview

Media and Communication Science (B.A.) Program

Study Content

The Bachelor degree programme "Media and Communication Science" offers a broad, application-oriented approach to media in our society. It imparts basic knowledge about media content and its production, about the current media system and its development, and finally about how media are used by people and what consequences this has. As part of the Bachelor degree programme, there is the possibility of a semester or year abroad.

Career Prospects

• Journalism
  • Media production
  • Press and public relations
  • Advertising
  • Media and opinion research
  • Media management
  • Corporate communications

Program Details

• Degree programme: Media and Communication Science
• Official Designation: Medien und Kommunikationswissenschaft
• Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
• Study mode: Full-time
• Language of instruction: German
• Start of studies: Winter semester
• Standard study duration: 6 semesters
• Admission type: Restricted admission
• Minimum German language skills: C1

Admission Requirements

Applications for the 1st subject semester are only possible for the winter semester. However, applications for higher subject semesters are possible for the summer semester. Introductory events take place closely before the start of the lecture period.

Application Deadlines

• Application deadline for the summer semester: 15. January
• Application deadline for the winter semester: 15. July

Additional Information

• Exam regulations
• Module catalogue
• Application without higher education entrance qualification but with a vocational qualification is possible.
• Applicants with a foreign higher education entrance qualification must meet specific requirements.

Study Structure

The program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of media and communication science, with a focus on practical application and international perspectives. Students have the opportunity to participate in a semester or year abroad as part of the program.