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M.A. Digital Media and Society

University of Bremen Bremen

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  • Winter intake
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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 Mar
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About the programme

The University of Bremen is a renowned public research university located in Bremen, Germany. It offers a wide range of courses and programs, including the Digital Media and Society course. This course focuses on the impact of digital media on society, exploring topics such as social media, online communities, and digital activism. Students in this program have the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the role of digital media in shaping modern society and develop critical thinking skills to analyze its effects. The University of Bremen provides a dynamic and innovative learning environment for students to thrive in their academic pursuits.

Fields of study

Web & Digital Technology(Computer Science & IT)
Media Studies(Media & Communication)

How to apply

ChannelDirect to university
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Requirements

What you need to apply for Digital Media and Society at University of Bremen

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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English language skills corresponding to at least level C1 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages. Applicants who received their university entrance qualification or a degree at an English-speaking institution are not required to produce evidence of proficiency at C1 level

https://www.fremdsprachenzentrum-bremen.de/1072.0.html (opens in a new tab)

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.3
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Not Required

Academic requirements

Minimum ECTS credits
120

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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Admission to the M.A. program requires a BA with substantial elements of communication and media studies, and English language skills at C1 level.

Evidence of having earned at least 40 CP in Communication and Media

Studies in the previous course of study at the time of application. In particular, proof of subject-specific knowledge in communication and media studies must be furnished, firstly in the field of communication and media studies methodological training, secondly in the field of communicator /journalism /content-research and thirdly in the field of use/appropriation/reception/effect research.

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Prerequisites

tudents must fulfill the following prerequisites for admission to the M.A. in Digital Media and Society:

A bachelor’s degree or a university degree in a subject belonging to the field of communication and media studies, digital media or cultural studies, or an equivalent course of studies carrying at least 180 credit points (CP based on the European Credit Transfer System).

A minimum grade of 2.3 (German university grading system) as the overall grade of the previous degree or the average grade achieved at the time of application (min. 150 CP).

Sound knowledge in the field of communication and media studies methods in the field of communicator / journalism / content research, or research on media use / appropriation / reception.

English language skills corresponding to at least level C1 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages. Applicants who received their university entrance qualification or a degree at an English-speaking institution are not required to produce evidence of proficiency at C1 level. An overview on the language certificates that are accepted by the University of Bremen can be found here: www.fremdsprachenzentrum-bremen.de/1072.0.html (opens in a new tab)

A letter of motivation (max. 2 pages) stating reasons why you wish to be admitted to the master’s program Digital Media and Society.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Digital Media and Society

Programme-specific documents

The following documents must be submitted:

  • Application for admission,
  • Proof of all the Admission Requirements specified in § 1,
  • Tabular curriculum vitae,
  • Description of the previous course of studies (course and examination work

with allocated CP, Transcript of Records or comparable document),

  • a letter of motivation in accordance with § 1 paragraph 1 item f.

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Digital Media and Society at University of Bremen

Application procedure

Application via http://www.uni-bremen.de/en/master.html (opens in a new tab) between February 01 and March 15 for in-take in the next academic year (starting early October). In addition to formal certificates, we ask you to submit a motivation letter (max. 2 pages) that articulates why you wish to be admitted to the M.A. Digital Media and Society in Bremen.

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APS

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Application fee

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Address

Universität Bremen

ZeMKI, Zentrum für Medien-, Kommunikations- und Informationsforschung

Linzer Str. 4

28359 Bremen

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

400 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,704 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

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