Program Overview

Medie- och kommunikationsvetarprogrammet

The Medie- och kommunikationsvetarprogrammet (Media and Communication Studies Program) is a three-year undergraduate program offered by the Institutionen f—r journalistik, medier och kommunikation (Department of Journalism, Media and Communication) at G—teborgs universitet (University of Gothenburg).

Program Description

The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the role of media and communication in society. It covers theoretical and practical aspects of media and communication, including media analysis, communication strategies, and research methods.

Program Structure

The program consists of six semesters, with the first three semesters focusing on the basics of media and communication studies. The fourth and fifth semesters are devoted to specialized courses in communication analysis and strategy, while the sixth semester is dedicated to a practical internship.

Courses

The program includes a range of courses, such as:

• Medie- och kommunikationsvetenskap (Media and Communication Studies)
• Vetenskapliga metoder (Research Methods)
• Kvalificerat kommunikationsarbete (Advanced Communication Work)
• Praktik (Internship)

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the general admission requirements for undergraduate studies at G—teborgs universitet. The selection process is based on a combination of factors, including grades (66%) and the Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test (34%).

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of careers, including:

• Information and PR
• Media analysis and research
• Opinion formation and lobbying
• Research in media, journalism, and communication

Research Areas

The Institutionen f—r journalistik, medier och kommunikation is a leading research environment, with faculty members who are renowned experts in their fields. Research areas include:

• Media and communication studies
• Journalism studies
• Political communication
• Media history

Study Environment

The program is taught at the Mediehuset (Media House) and the Annedalsseminariet, which are equipped with modern facilities and technology. The study environment is characterized by a strong focus on student-centered learning, with a mix of lectures, workshops, seminars, and project work.

Language of Instruction

The language of instruction is Swedish, but students are expected to read course literature in Swedish and English, and in some cases, other Scandinavian languages.