Master of Arts in Language and Media Studies
An interdisciplinary Master's programme exploring the intersection of language, media, and societal power structures.
Best for:Best for students with a background in humanities or social sciences seeking to analyze the societal impact of digital and linguistic media.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Language and Media Studies at the European University Viadrina offers a comprehensive analysis of how language and media shape contemporary society. Students investigate the mechanisms and effects of digital spaces, audiovisual media, and linguistic communication through theoretical and empirical approaches. The curriculum includes core modules in linguistics and media studies, alongside specialized topics such as language and the body or media cultures. A key feature is the research module, where students develop independent projects under close faculty supervision. Graduates are prepared to critically navigate and influence the complex modern media landscape.
What you'll do
- Complete core introductory modules in linguistics and media studies.
- Select and pursue two specialized modules from the core curriculum.
- Develop an independent research project within a small group setting.
- Participate in elective modules to broaden interdisciplinary knowledge.
- Complete a Master's thesis under faculty supervision.
- Engage in an oral final colloquium to defend research findings.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with at least 180 ECTS credits.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English (B2 level); German is optional but beneficial.
Instruction: English and German
- At least 30 ECTS credits in linguistics, media studies, or related humanities fields.
- English proficiency at B2 level (CEFR).
- Ability to provide a transcript of records endorsed by the home university.
- Applicants must hold a first professionally qualifying university degree.
- Must demonstrate 30 ECTS in relevant humanities or social science subjects.
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- University degree certificate
- Transcript of records
- English language proficiency certificate
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