Program Overview

Medieninformatik Bachelor Program

Introduction

The Medieninformatik Bachelor program is a joint offering by the Freie Universit酹 Berlin and the Technische Universit酹 Berlin. This program combines mathematics, computer science fundamentals, and media technology with social science approaches to media communication.

Program Structure

The program is divided into a foundation study and a specialized study. Initially, students acquire basic knowledge in computer science, mathematics, media technology, and communication science. Interdisciplinary projects and seminars help students develop analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and important soft skills.

Specialized Study

In the specialized study, students deepen their competencies in media effects, design, technology, and applications. They can choose a practical internship and acquire additional interdisciplinary and profession-qualifying knowledge. The program concludes with a Bachelor's thesis, leading to an internationally recognized, profession-qualifying degree.

Curriculum

The curriculum includes the following modules:

• Grundlagen der Kommunikationswissenschaft
• Methoden: Wissenschaftstheoretische Grundlagen, Datenerhebung und Statistik
• Einf𢞴rung in die Medieninformatik
• Einf𢞴rung in die Programmierung
• Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen
• Webtechnologien
• Rechnerorganisation
• Signale und Systeme
• Analysis I und Lineare Algebra f僡 Ingenieurwissenschaften
• Analysis II f僡 Ingenieurwissenschaften
• Integraltransformationen und partielle Differentialgleichungen
• Projekt Medienerstellung
• Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten in der Medieninformatik
• Methoden der empirischen Kommunikationsforschung
• Interdisziplin酺es Medienprojekt

Elective Modules

Students can choose from the following elective modules:

• Medienwirkung und 猈fentlichkeit
• Journalismusforschung und Organisationskommunikation
• Speech Signal Processing and Speech Technology
• Computergraphik I (Grundlagen)
• IP-based Multimedia und Assessment
• Softwaretechnik und Programmierparadigmen
• Informationssysteme und Datenanalyse
• Usability Engineering
• Kommunikationsakustik
• Digital Image Processing

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Medieninformatik program have excellent job prospects. They can work in various fields, including media design, media consulting, media management, digital media, telecommunications, software industry, internet economy, and communication consulting.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the program is subject to local admission restrictions. The program starts in the winter semester, and the standard study period is six semesters. The language of instruction is German, and the degree awarded is a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.).

Key Data

• Admission mode: 1st semester
• Local admission restrictions
• Start of study: Winter semester
• Language of instruction: German
• Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
• Standard study period: 6 semesters

Program Benefits

The Medieninformatik program offers a unique combination of technical and social science aspects, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of media communication. The program's interdisciplinary approach and strong industry connections prepare students for a wide range of career opportunities in the media and technology sectors.