Communication and Media Studies MA

Masters in Communication and Media Studies, for students who possess strong communication skills, moreover, can interact in a multi-culture environment using modern media techniques and technologies.

Overview

The Master of Communication program will give you the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. This course includes the study of communication theory, media studies, social sciences, political science, sociology, psychology, and cultural studies. The knowledge from these fields can be used in several areas.

With theoretical knowledge and in-depth practical and professional skills to achieve:

• The educational program of the course is strongly media-oriented which is based on a thorough grounding in social and behavioral sciences;
• Complying with current social and labor market demands, the course integrates the fields of communication theory, media studies, social sciences, political science, sociology, psychology, and cultural studies within the field of social sciences offering knowledge of the high standard, which can be put to profitable and practical use in various areas;
• The course is planned to include one optional module: International Communication.

Specialization

International Communication:

Providing professional training who are able to perform entrepreneurial, networking, and managerial tasks based on their comprehensive knowledge.

Specializations are launched only if a minimum of 15 students wish to join the specialization.

Career opportunities

Graduates may find employment in a wide range of areas within the field of media and culture including mass communication, traditional and electronic media, educational and cultural institutions, publishing houses, and non-profit organizations. They may pursue their future career in the distribution networks of cultural products, at convention and event organizing enterprises or local political organizations as well as other regional bodies interested in social communication.

Qualification
Expert in Communication (with specialization in International Communication).

Main topics

New Media Theory, Theories and Social Functions of Media, Anthropology of Communication, Visual Culture, Representation Theory, Effect Mechanisms of Interpersonal Communication, Media Representation Theory, Theories of Identity and Otherness, Media and Cultural Studies, International Political and Organizational Communication, Foreign Language Communication Techniques.