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Medienwissenschaft (Nebenfach im Kombinationsbachelor) – Media Studies at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Minor subject introducing the aesthetics, history and theory of audiovisual media: film and photography, radio, television and digital media, and their organisational forms.

Faculty: Fachbereich 09 German Studies and Art Studies  |  Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects  |  Study mode: full-time; minor subject (Nebenfach), only in combination with a major; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Film, photography, radio, television and digital media in their aesthetic, historical and theoretical aspects.

Career pathways

Possible field: media journalism (film and television criticism, science journalism).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent; English at CEFR level B1; a second modern foreign language is strongly recommended. A major subject must be chosen; cannot be combined with Media Studies (major). International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). English proficiency at CEFR level B1 required. Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 18.09.2026.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects

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