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University of Bonn
Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg
International Mеdia Studiеs
(Starting: Winter Semester)
- Starting
- Winter Semester
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction, but ability test
- Study Mode:
- On campus
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Course Description
Do you have a bachelor's degree and at least one year of practical experience in the media field after obtaining your degree, and are highly motivated to gain research and practical experience? Then this is a unique opportunity for you! The M.A. in International Media Studies is a program developed from a cooperation between DW Akademie, Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, and the University of Bonn. It is a well accredited academic program with an excellent, strongly research-oriented curriculum which at the same time features a focus on practical experience. Moreover, selected students from developing and emerging countries can access a full scholarship to cover all their program expenses (tuition, living costs, accommodation, etc.).
The M.A. in International Media Studies is intended for holders of at least a bachelor’s degree and one year of work experience in the media field, interested in advancing their qualifications and career opportunities in the field of international media studies.
Special Program Features
Learn about current media industry problems
The program's practical focus lets you tackle real media industry challenges through hands-on modules and research projects, building skills you can apply in your career.
Take part in interesting modules
You'll complete modules covering key topics like media and development, media economics, politics and society, communication sciences, and media management, among others.
Study between beautiful Sankt Augustin and multicultural Bonn
Sankt Augustin offers charming student life with easy access to Bonn, a major hub of the German media industry where Deutsche Welle (DW) is headquartered — ideal for your studies.
Accreditations
AQAS
AQAS
AQAS, the Agency for Quality Assurance through Accreditation of Study Programmes, is a non-profit independent and professional agency for external quality assurance in the field of higher education in Germany and Europe.
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The application requirements for the study program in "International Mеdia Studiеs" are:
Previous bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
At least one year of professional experience in a media-related field acquired after the completion of the student’s first degree.
If you have been working as a self-employed freelancer, you can submit a certificate or recommendation from your employer(s) if applicable, and/or links to your publications and project wοrk.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
EnglishApplication & Admission
Application Deadlines
German Students 
Other EU Students 
Non-EU Students Non-EU Students| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Marchin > 8 months |
| Application mode | Directly at university |
Application Procedure & Selection
Application Documents
Click the "More Info" button to read more about the online application procеss
English, max. 700 words; font “Arial”, size 10; Spacing 1,5; signed and dated
- In English
- Max. words: 700
- Font: Arial
- Font Size: 10
- Spacing: 1.5
- Signеd and datеd
- English
- Europass format
- Signеd and datеd
Proof of at least one year's professional experience in a media-related field AFTER obtaining your first academic degree (for a scholarship you must provide proof of at least two years of professional experience). You can submit a certificate or letter from your employer as proof of work experience. Please make sure it includes your media-related job title, the beginning and end dates of your employment in that position, company letterhead, date of issue of the certificate/letter and a signature from your employer.
If you were self-employed or worked on media projects, please click the “More Info” buttοn.
Certificate of APS (for applicants who completed their first degree in China, India, Vietnam, or Mongοlia).
Testimonials
It’s a great opportunity to explore a range of theories and perspectives from around the world and benefit from staff expertise across a multidisciplinary department aimed at producing the best media professionals.
We exchange opinions and get into discussions with people from all over the world who have different experiences and mindsets. This can help us create our own ideas about topics that we would otherwise not necessarily think about.
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