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Step 1 - Find your Study Program
Bonn Rhein Sieg University of Applied Sciences
Sankt Augustin
International Media Studies
Subjects: Media
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
The International Media Studies master's degree program, offered by Deutsche Welle (DW Akademie) in collaboration with the University of Bonn, is designed for young journalists worldwide. This course integrates media and development cooperation with media economics and communication sciences. It also includes practical media training and journalism. Students delve into subjects like media practice, journalism, media economics, and communication sciences. The program aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the media landscape, focusing on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. By combining these diverse areas of study, the program prepares journalists to navigate and influence the global media environment effectively. The curriculum is structured to foster a deep understanding of how media can drive development and economic growth, while also honing the practical skills necessary for impactful journalism.
Program Information
| Study Location | Sankt Augustin |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | 6,000 EUR |
| Cost per Semester | 300 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Required CEFR level: C1 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced IELTS Academic / IELTS Online: ≥ 7.0 TOEFL iBT / TOEFL iBT Home Edition*: ≥ 95 PTE Academic / PTE Academic Online: ≥ 76
Document Requirements
Before entering your data into the online application form, please make sure you have all the following documents required for the application ready: Letter of motivation (English, max. 700 words; font “Arial”, size 10.; spacing 1,5; dated) Current Curriculum Vitae (English, Europass format) Certificate of your academic degree(s) (including ALL transcripts) Proof of at least one year's professional experience in a media-related field AFTER obtaining your first academic degree (for a scholarship you must provide proof of at least two years of professional experience). You can submit a certificate or letter from your employer as proof of work experience. Please make sure it includes your media-related job title, the dates from and to when you worked in that position, company letterhead, date of issue of the certificate/letter and a signature from your employer. If you were self-employed or worked on media projects, please see the FAQ. Certificate of APS (for applicants who completed their first degree in China, India or Vietnam) Proof of sufficient English language skills (C1-Level or higher in accordance with the "Common European Framework"). If you completed a degree in which the medium of instruction was English, you should submit written official confirmation from the university that English was the medium of instruction.
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application | directly at the University |
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