Media, Society and Communication
Media, Society and Communication
MA
As a graduate of this program, you will be able to understand (and challenge) the dynamics of digitization and networked media systems, and associated intricacies – in society, politics, business, public administration, culture and everyday life. In a context characterized by change – whether in media, communication, or society overall – you will be able to deal with questions related to the functions of media (be they the social, cultural, political or technical) and with those pertaining to sustainability and diversity. The program will enable you to do so independently, critically and in a differentiated manner. You will understand the ongoing digital transformation, which is of central importance for enabling and securing democracy, social self-determination and sustainable development
Studieninhalte:
You will be able to apply your knowledge to finding solutions. You will be in a position to critically reflect on the ethical and social consequences and requirements of using your knowledge. You will understand complex media constellations and be able to successfully deal with unpredictable work or study contexts. You will be able to convey the knowledge and skills you will have acquired in the master’s program in a comprehensible manner.
During the program, you will have the opportunity to attain/deepen general skills that go beyond subject-specific knowledge. This includes the following:
the ability to present factual knowledge in a clear and accurate manner,
the ability to combine analytical and critical thinking with creative/design approaches,
the ability to take an independent critical position towards scientific and popular views, theories, ideologies and dogmas,
the ability to reflect on gender issues in media and communication studies and to make sense of the results of contemporary gender research,
the ability to anticipate future trends and keep up with new technologies and related challenges.
Ablauf:
About six courses are offered each semester, each lasting 90 minutes. These are usually rewarded with 5 ECTS each. Each ECTS point corresponds to a workload of 25 hours. You can expect a workload of around 125 hours per course. After deducting the time you spend in class (90 minutes per unit, approx. 15 units per semester), there are around 100 hours left for self-study, exam preparation or the preparation of term papers / research reports. With six classes per semester, you can expect about 10 hours a week for attending courses and about 30 hours for self-study. This is thus a full-time program. In case you need to catch up by attending additional courses from the elective package "Media and Communication" in (one of the first) two semesters, the workload will increase accordingly.
Karrieremöglichkeiten:
During the program, you will develop skills that will enable you to take on managerial positions in professions pertaining to media and communication. In addition, the program will enable you to undertake media-related activities in companies, NGOs, organizations and administration. Examples include the following:
media and cultural work as well as institutional media work (e.g. for publishers, media companies, broadcasters)
applied media, market and public opinion research
public relations and media/communication consulting
media/communication management and content/ program management
evaluation of communication services, media strategies and media campaigns
media policy
media education and training in the fields of media and communication
publishing and book trade, journalism
Studienbeginn:
WS
SS
Dauer des Studiengangs:
4 Semester
Typ:
Einfach
Art Zulassungsverfahren:
Please see https://www.uibk.ac.at/medien-kommunikation/studium/master-mgk/index.html.en
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Letztes Update:
09/09/2024 - 15:32