Communication in Digital Societies

Research-oriented master's on how digital media reshape public communication, combining communication and media studies with computational and interdisciplinary approaches to digitalisation.

Minimum GPA

German grade 2.5 or better, or proof of graduation in the top 50% of the cohort.

English requirements

English level B2 CEFR.

German requirements

German language skills at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR).

Accepted bachelor fields

Requires a first degree in communication studies or another suitable social-science subject.

APS Certificate

Yes

Mandatory internship

No

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

123.70 EUR per semester in Summer Semester 2026.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 123.70 EUR per semester in Summer Semester 2026.

The forward-looking orientation of the degree programme gives you precisely the skills that are in high demand in the media industry. A recent survey of 245 media companies in Bavaria revealed that there is an acute shortage of skilled staff for the evaluation of digital data in the media industry. The degree programme qualifies you for positions in public relations work at business enterprises, foundations, associations, or political organisations; strategic communication using digital marketing technologies; journalism (such as data or science journalism); market research; content management; public affairs consultancy.

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