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Digital technologies have become an intrinsic feature of everyday life in today’s society. New modes of social interaction have emerged, involving intense activity on social media, the use of apps and information technology. Digital materials can easily be modified and manipulated and that influences our access to knowledge, how we present ourselves, and how we see others. You will learn how to analyze the impact of these phenomena on individuals, communities and society as a whole. Digital Culture Studies is a track of the MA Culture Studies. The MA track on Digital Culture Studies is research-oriented. The speed and intensity of innovation in the new online-offline nexus raises fundamental research problems, many of which remain unaddressed. With a creative and inquisitive attitude you will critically review existing research frameworks and propose new conceptual and analytical tools for the study of emerging 21st century culture.
Research concrete digital-cultural practices from within a broad interdisciplinary social-theoretical field and with an outspoken empirical emphasis.
Learn all about social, cultural and political transformation of contemporary societies and investigate the influence of digitalization on social life.
Become aware of inclusionary and exclusionary effects in contemporary digital culture, and their impact on social structure.
Develop practical skills such as writing, analyzing and interpreting texts and images, critical reflection on societal issues, and participating in public debate.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Digital technologies have become an intrinsic feature of everyday life in today’s society. New modes of social interaction have emerged, involving intense activity on social media, the use of apps and information technology. Digital materials can easily be modified and manipulated and that influences our access to knowledge, how we present ourselves, and how we see others. You will learn how to analyze the impact of these phenomena on individuals, communities and society as a whole. Digital Culture Studies is a track of the MA Culture Studies. The MA track on Digital Culture Studies is research-oriented. The speed and intensity of innovation in the new online-offline nexus raises fundamental research problems, many of which remain unaddressed. With a creative and inquisitive attitude you will critically review existing research frameworks and propose new conceptual and analytical tools for the study of emerging 21st century culture.
Research concrete digital-cultural practices from within a broad interdisciplinary social-theoretical field and with an outspoken empirical emphasis.
Learn all about social, cultural and political transformation of contemporary societies and investigate the influence of digitalization on social life.
Become aware of inclusionary and exclusionary effects in contemporary digital culture, and their impact on social structure.
Develop practical skills such as writing, analyzing and interpreting texts and images, critical reflection on societal issues, and participating in public debate.
Admission Requirements
90+
6.5+
You are certainly eligible to apply if you have a Bachelor's degree in Humanities or Social Sciences, such as: Culture Studies, Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, Modern Languages, Psychology, Social Geography, Communication Studies, Sociology, Media Studies, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Philosophy, Economics, Law, History, and Liberal Arts and Sciences. However, the academic background of the students in our Master's program varies a lot. Students with a Bachelor's degree in a different subject area are also most welcome to apply.
1 Year
Aug
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
14,900 EUR
International
14,900 EUR
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Digital Culture Studies
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12 monthsProgramme duration
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Communication and Media StudiesMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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