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University of Duisburg-Essen

Duisburg / Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Master of Arts in Communication Studies

Original title: Communication Studies (M.A.)

German4 semesters (full-time); 6 semesters (part-time)No Tuition / Semester Fee OnlyNorth Rhine-Westphalia

Research-oriented two-subject Master's program exploring intra- and intercultural communication in societal, political, economic, and technological contexts.

Overview

Why this program?

No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Social Sciences
Research-oriented curriculum
Two-subject study focus
Master of Arts in Communication Studies

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Those interested in academic or applied communication roles in societal and cultural contexts.

Career outcomes

  • Communication specialist
  • Media analyst
  • Researcher
  • Public relations officer

Skills you will learn

  • Intercultural communication
  • Research methods in social sciences
  • Communication theory
  • Analytical skills

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsBachelor's degree in Communication Studies or equivalent with minimum grade 2.0; At least 12 ECTS in communication sciences or social research methods; Proof of German language proficiency (DSH 2 or TestDaF TDN 4) for non-native speakers; Equivalency assessment for external degrees
Deadline15 September (for non-EU international applicants)
LanguageGerman
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesNone (public university, admission free)
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Communication specialist
Media analyst
Researcher
Public relations officer

University

University of Duisburg-Essen

University of Duisburg-Essen is located in Duisburg / Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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