Master of Arts in Communication and Society in Ibero-America
An interdisciplinary Master's programme examining the intersection of communication, society, and politics in Ibero-America.
Best for:Best for students with a background in humanities or social sciences interested in Ibero-American studies and communication dynamics.
Overview
The Master's programme in Communication and Society in Ibero-America at Heidelberg University offers a critical analysis of social, political, economic, and environmental debates within the Ibero-American region. Students explore how these complex issues are reflected in public and social communication through an interdisciplinary lens combining humanities and social sciences. The curriculum is structured into fundamental and advanced competencies, methodological training, and a mobility window for practical application. The programme concludes with a Master's thesis, supported by dual mentorship and academic colloquia. It is designed for students seeking to deepen their regional expertise and analytical skills for careers in research or professional sectors.
What you'll do
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework covering social, political, and economic dynamics in Ibero-America.
- Develop advanced methodological skills relevant to humanities and social science research.
- Participate in a mobility window to gain practical, application-oriented experience.
- Complete a Master's thesis under the guidance of two mentors from different knowledge areas.
- Present and defend thesis research in academic colloquia with peers and faculty.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in a humanities or social sciences programme (minimum 3 years duration).
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English (C1); Spanish (B1 required by end of second semester).
Instruction: English and Spanish
- Proficiency in English (C1 CEFR level).
- Academic background in humanities or social sciences.
- Ability to engage with complex interdisciplinary texts and debates.
- Applicants must hold a degree in humanities or social sciences with a minimum duration of three years.
- Proof of English proficiency at C1 level is mandatory for admission.
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