Master of Arts in Cultural Studies
Interdisciplinary Master’s programme exploring culture, media, and society through qualitative research methods.
Best for:Best for students with a strong interest in interdisciplinary humanities, qualitative research methods, and cultural analysis seeking a theoretically grounded Master’s programme.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Cultural Studies at Universität Zürich offers a rigorous, interdisciplinary exploration of culture in everyday life, focusing on literatures, media, and social phenomena. Rooted in humanities and social sciences, this programme blends theoretical frameworks with qualitative research methods to analyse cultural dynamics. Graduates develop expertise in critical analysis, project design, and knowledge dissemination, preparing them for careers in academia, cultural mediation, and policy. The curriculum emphasises independent research, fostering both theoretical depth and practical application in cultural and media contexts.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research projects rooted in cultural studies theory and qualitative methodologies.
- Develop critical analyses of cultural and media phenomena using interdisciplinary frameworks.
- Design and execute research projects with a focus on practical application and knowledge dissemination.
- Engage in theoretical and empirical exploration of cultural dynamics in contemporary society.
- Collaborate on projects that bridge humanities and social sciences perspectives.
- Translate research findings into accessible formats for academic and public audiences.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Humanities, Social Sciences, Cultural Studies, or equivalent (e.g. Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences or related disciplines).
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA) in Social Sciences, Universität Zürich
Language: German (for instruction and supervision); proficiency in English is required for academic work.
Instruction: German (with some courses or materials potentially in English)
- Proficiency in qualitative research methods (e.g., interviews, ethnography, discourse analysis).
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills in cultural and media studies.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively on interdisciplinary research projects.
- Fluency in academic writing and research communication.
- Basic knowledge of theoretical frameworks in humanities and social sciences.
- No specific nationality restrictions, but proof of language proficiency may be required.
- No age restrictions, but applicants must meet university admission criteria for Master’s programmes.
- No prior experience caps, but relevant academic background is expected.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the official Universität Zürich portal. Required documents include a CV, a letter of motivation, academic transcripts, proof of language proficiency (German), and a research proposal or statement of purpose. Additional materials may be requested depending on the programme’s specific requirements.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of German language proficiency
- Research proposal or statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation (if required)
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