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HMKW University of Media, Communication and Economics

Berlin

Digital Journalism

Subjects: Journalism;Media

M.A. | Master of Arts

⏳  Duration
4 Semesters
🔠 Teaching Language
English
💶  Application Fee non-EU
No information

💶  Cost per Semester
No information

💶  Tuition Fees per Semester
5,100 EUR
⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
Application always possible

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
Application always possible

Course description

Are you a master of language, eager to communicate? Do you thrive on curiosity, creativity, and analytical thinking? If teamwork and new challenges excite you, and you enjoy leveraging digital technologies, then read on. If your interests lie in culture, entertainment, business, and politics, and you've already proven your skills with a Bachelor's in journalism, media/communication, cultural studies, or social sciences, our Master's program 'M.A. Digital Journalism' is perfect for you. This program hones your journalistic skills, focusing on the latest trends in print, online, and audiovisual media. You'll delve into topics like culture, entertainment, business, and politics. Whether you aim to be a print, online, radio, or television journalist, a content producer, a public relations officer, or a social media manager, this program opens up a world of career opportunities. We offer the 'Digital Journalism' Master's program in Berlin (in English) and Cologne (in German). You can even take your exams in German within the English-language program if you prefer. The courses blend theoretical and practical aspects of digital journalism, using modern technology like 4K cameras, advanced AV editing software, and a virtual TV studio. Join us to further professional

Program Information

Study Location Berlin
Start Semester Summer, 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 5,100 EUR
Cost per Semester No information
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⏱️ Application Start Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
Application always possible
⏱️ Application Start Winter
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
Application always possible

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

CEFR No information
IELTS No information
Cambridge (CAE) No information
TOEFL IBT No information

Level C1 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR)

Qualification Requirements

The formal admission requirement is a good or very good undergraduate degree in one of the following subjects (university or university of applied sciences):arts and humanities, especially with one of the following core areas: sport, medicine, psychology or business administration, social sciences or language, communication, journalism, media studies

Document Requirements

Please use our online application form and attach the following documents as PDF: Letter of motivation Curriculum vitae Certified copy* of your Advanced Placement Exams certificate (A-levels, baccalaureate, Abitur etc.) Certified copy* of degree (diploma etc.) certificate from undergraduate studies Complete transcript of your undergraduate studies: credit points earned, marks, course contents If applicable, documents relating to other academic achievements, vocational training, relevant job experience etc. An official certificate of equivalence for any documents/qualifications issued outside Germany to show that they are equivalent to German documents/qualifications**

Application Process

Acceptance Interview No
Acceptance local admission restrictions Admission Exam
Application directly at the University,
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