MA Communication Studies at University of Münster

Research-oriented Master of Arts taught in German that examines media and communication processes in politics, business, science and society. Students work on current communication-science questions, carry out a two-semester research project and deepen qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Faculty: Faculty 06: Education and Social Sciences (Fachbereich Erziehungswissenschaft und Sozialwissenschaften)  |  Department: Institute for Communication Science (Institut fuer Kommunikationswissenschaft)  |  Duration: 2 years (4 semesters, full-time), 120 ECTS credits  |  Intake: Winter semester only; about 18 places per year  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Location: Münster, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Compulsory modules: quantitative and qualitative methods of empirical social research (12 credits); journalism and new media (18); communication in politics, business and society (18); media realities and media effects (12); a focus module (6) chosen between a methods seminar and a media realities and effects seminar; a research module (24); and the Master's module (30, including 25 credits for the thesis). Topics include generative AI, social networks, online platforms, disinformation and the sustainability of digital communication.

Career pathways

Communication and media experts working in journalism, political communication, and university or applied media research.

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