Program Overview

University Program Information

The University of Potsdam offers various programs in the field of arts and media. The programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and prepare them for careers in related fields.

Programs Offered

• BA Kulturwissenschaft
• BA Europðische Medienwissenschaft
• MA Vergleichende Literatur- und Kunstwissenschaft
• MA Europðische Medienwissenschaft

Program Details

BA Kulturwissenschaft

The BA Kulturwissenschaft program focuses on the visual, literary, and auditory arts in their connections and differences. The program examines the western European literatures since the Renaissance, the fine arts, and music from the Middle Ages to contemporary video and installation art.

BA Europðische Medienwissenschaft

The BA Europðische Medienwissenschaft program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of European media science. The program covers various aspects of media science, including media theory, media history, and media practice.

MA Vergleichende Literatur- und Kunstwissenschaft

The MA Vergleichende Literatur- und Kunstwissenschaft program builds on the BA program and provides students with advanced knowledge in comparative literature and art science. The program focuses on the analysis, design, and criticism of cultural processes.

MA Europðische Medienwissenschaft

The MA Europðische Medienwissenschaft program provides students with advanced knowledge in European media science. The program covers various aspects of media science, including media theory, media history, and media practice.

Research Areas

The university's research areas include:

• ásthetische, semiotische, and mediale Differenzen
• Kunstformen als Teil menschlicher Kommunikation
• Reflexion auf Imagebildung und politischen/gesellschaftlichen Funktionalisierung von Kunst
• Geschichte und Theorie der Literatur und der musikalischen Inszenierung

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the programs can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Ausstellungsbereich (Museen usw.)
• Verlagen (Pressearbeit, Management)
• Printmedien (Feuilleton, Kulturprogramme und wissenschaftliche Programme)
• Radio, Fernsehen und Musikbereich (Opernhðuser, Musik, Theater, Festivals)
• Wissenschaftlichen Stiftungen und der Wissenschaftsverwaltung
• øffentlichkeitsarbeit (freie Wirtschaft und staatliche Institutionen)
• Werbung
• Tourismusbranche
• Internationales Kulturmanagement
• Denkmalpflege und der Kunst-, Literatur- und Musikvermittlung

Study Goals

The primary goal of the study programs is to provide students with competencies for analyzing, designing, and criticizing cultural processes. The programs aim to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue careers in related fields.