The programme may be studied entirely in English. Participants can choose to write their term papers as well as their Master's theses in English or in German.
All courses for first-semester students start in early October on-site and require attendance.
Application period for students with international certificates/degrees: 16 January to 15 May
Application period for students with German certificates/degrees: 16 April to 15 September
The programme offers an innovative and integrative overview on media and communication studies focussing on digital media. Courses are offered in fields such as strategic communication, public relations, communication management, digital/social media, virtual reality, crisis communication, or computational communication science.
The programme improves the students' analytical, strategic, and applied skills in communication. Students acquire an understanding of empirical research methods, theoretical approaches, and applied techniques in communication and media.
The programme offers courses in three different categories to be completed within the first three semesters of study:
1) Theories, Methods and Technologies in Communication and Media (25 ECTS) (e.g. intercultural communication, media management, data analysis, etc.)
2) Empirical Research in Communication and Media (two elective subjects, duration of two semesters, 30 ECTS)
3) Specialisation and Vocational Training (duration of one semester, 35 ECTS):
This open structure allows graduate students to combine various fields of study according to their individual interests and career goals.
The Master's thesis will be completed in the final fourth semester, including the thesis colloquium (30 ECTS).
Part-time studies are possible. Students can also spend an exchange semester at one of our international partner universities around the world (e.g. with Erasmus funding).
PDF DownloadApprox. 150 EUR (including a public transportation ticket)
Approx. 860 EUR per month (including apartment)
Formal requirements:
Eligibility:
Applicants must provide proof of their proficiency in English at level C1 with a certificate:
Application period for students with international certificates/degrees: 16 January to 15 May
Application period for students with German certificates/degrees: 16 April to 15 September
Online application: https://campus.tu-ilmenau.de
Temporary jobs are available at local businesses or as a student assistant at TU Ilmenau.
TU Ilmenau is a campus university. Most of its academic buildings and all of its dormitories are located on the Ehrenberg campus. The dormitories have been renovated in the past few years in order to accommodate students in single and double bedrooms. The Student Guild guarantees all first semester students a room in the dormitories, provided they apply on time. The dormitory rent in Ilmenau is approx. 162-295 EUR per bed per month, depending on the type of apartment and how well it is furnished. Of course, you may also independently look for a privately rented apartment in Ilmenau and the surrounding area. We cannot offer estimates on the cost of private accommodation because prices vary due to the wide range of conditions.
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