MA in Applied Cultural Analysis
An interdisciplinary English-taught master’s programme bridging cultural analysis with real-world corporate and public sector challenges.
Best for:Best for graduates in humanities, social sciences, or related fields seeking to apply cultural analysis to practical workplace challenges in corporate, public, or NGO settings.
Overview
The MA in Applied Cultural Analysis is a two-year interdisciplinary programme that equips students with practical skills to conduct cultural analysis for concrete problems in corporations, public institutions, and NGOs. Students engage in ethnographic fieldwork, project management, and result communication, closely collaborating with industry partners. The programme leverages the combined resources of the University of Copenhagen and Lund University, connected by the Öresund Bridge, offering a unique cross-border academic and professional experience. It focuses on applying cultural analysis tools to workplace settings, preparing graduates for diverse career opportunities in both public and private sectors. The curriculum integrates hands-on corporate assignments with research-based knowledge, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for real-world applications of cultural analysis.
What you'll do
- Conduct ethnographic fieldwork to analyze cultural dynamics in corporate, public, and NGO environments.
- Develop and manage projects that apply cultural analysis to solve real-world problems.
- Communicate research findings effectively to diverse stakeholders, including industry partners.
- Collaborate closely with job market partners to integrate academic research with practical applications.
- Engage in cross-border academic and professional exchanges between University of Copenhagen and Lund University.
- Participate in hands-on corporate assignments to gain practical experience in cultural analysis.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in humanities, social sciences, communication, arts, or a related field.
Language: English; proficiency required for instruction and communication (no specific test score mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Proficiency in conducting ethnographic research and fieldwork.
- Ability to analyze and interpret cultural phenomena in workplace settings.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Effective communication skills for presenting research findings to diverse audiences.
- Open to international applicants.
- No specific residency or nationality restrictions mentioned.
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Applicants must apply through the official University of Copenhagen portal. The application process involves submitting academic transcripts, a CV, a statement of purpose, and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Additional documents may be required based on prior education.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- CV or resume
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-taught institution)
- Letters of recommendation (number not specified)
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