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Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt
Master German Social Sciences

Aisthesis.Culture and MediaAisthesis. Culture and Media

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt Ingolstadt · Bavaria Location: Eichstätt

About the Program

"Aisthesis", the Greek word for "perception", is the keyword for the interdisciplinary study of historical and contemporary media cultures. What image do literature, arts and the media paint of the world and reality? The concept of Aisthesis.Culture and Media stands for interdisciplinarity, internationality, theory as well as for practical relevance and learning in dialogue. Lecturers from different subjects offer students a curriculum that combines academic studies with interdisciplinary work in the field of cultural and media studies. The program allows students to choose two subjects from the field of cultural and media studies and complete a profound, professionally qualifying course of study in these subjects. Available subjects include Art History and Visual Culture, Classical Archaeology, Literary Studies, Sociology with a focus on Media and Cultural Sociology, History, European Ethnology, Political Science, Art Education, Musicology, Music Education, Music Didactics, and Philosophy.
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"Aisthesis", the Greek word for "perception", is the keyword for the interdisciplinary study of historical and contemporary media cultures. What image do literature, arts and the media paint of the world and reality? The concept of Aisthesis.Culture and Media stands for interdisciplinarity, internationality, theory as well as for practical relevance and learning in dialogue. Lecturers from different subjects offer students a curriculum that combines academic studies with interdisciplinary work in the field of cultural and media studies. The program allows students to choose two subjects from the field of cultural and media studies and complete a profound, professionally qualifying course of study in these subjects. Available subjects include Art History and Visual Culture, Classical Archaeology, Literary Studies, Sociology with a focus on Media and Cultural Sociology, History, European Ethnology, Political Science, Art Education, Musicology, Music Education, Music Didactics, and Philosophy.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Media Studies Cultural Studies

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How do I apply to Aisthesis.Culture and Media at Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Aisthesis.Culture and Media at Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt

Is Aisthesis.Culture and Media at Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Aisthesis.Culture and Media programme cost? ▼

78 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Aisthesis.Culture and Media at Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Aisthesis.Culture and Media? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Katholische Universität Eichstätt - Ingolstadt — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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