For admittance to the master’s program applicants need to fulfill the following admission requirements:

• University degree with at least 60 credit points in the field of media and communication studies (including at least 10 credit points in research methods).
• Proof of language proficiency in English (English proficiency at level B2 CEFR).

The DSH - or German Language University Entrance Exam for Foreign Students - is obligatory for all applicants whose first language is not German and who have earned their initial degree from a university (or equivalent institution) where the language of instruction is not German.

Students do not pay any tuition fees, the university only charges semester fees and contributions each semester.

Students of the Master’s program acquire the theoretical, analytical, and methodological competencies to critically and independently analyze current communication problems in a constantly changing media environment. The Berlin based institute’s diverse program enables students to gain research-oriented qualifications across all academic fields related to Media and Communication Studies. It aims to expand professional knowledge and research expertise. Focal points are: journalism, public relations, advertising and entertainment as a form of public communication; media systems and media history; media use and media effects; research and methodology in communication studies.

This master programme is predominantly taught in German. Some courses may be offered in English as well. For an overview about the structure of the programme please check the information in German (Studienaufbau).