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Europa-Universität Viadrina
Master German + English Social Sciences

Language, Media and Society

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The research-oriented Master's program 'Language - Media - Society' combines a cultural studies and comparative cultural perspective on language, mediality and communication with a focus on Europe. The program addresses various communication contexts (everyday life, institutions, audio-visual media), communicative and aesthetic practices (oral and written, monomodal and multimodal, analog and digital), discourse forms (everyday conversation, text, audio-visuality, political and public discourse) and social structures (power relations, affiliations and diversity). The program offers specialized tracks including 'Linguistic Research' and international double degree programs such as 'Multimodality - Discourse - Media' (MuDiM) with Sorbonne Nouvelle – Paris 3 University.
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The research-oriented Master's program 'Language - Media - Society' combines a cultural studies and comparative cultural perspective on language, mediality and communication with a focus on Europe. The program addresses various communication contexts (everyday life, institutions, audio-visual media), communicative and aesthetic practices (oral and written, monomodal and multimodal, analog and digital), discourse forms (everyday conversation, text, audio-visuality, political and public discourse) and social structures (power relations, affiliations and diversity). The program offers specialized tracks including 'Linguistic Research' and international double degree programs such as 'Multimodality - Discourse - Media' (MuDiM) with Sorbonne Nouvelle – Paris 3 University.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Language, Media and Society at Europa-Universität Viadrina

Is Language, Media and Society at Europa-Universität Viadrina taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Language, Media and Society programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Language, Media and Society at Europa-Universität Viadrina?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 Language, Media and Society?

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 Europa-Universität Viadrina — 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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