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Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Master German Social Sciences

Media dramaturgy/theatre studies

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Media Dramaturgy deals with the theory, history, and practice of audiovisual storytelling and critically examines the dramaturgy of media formats. A special feature is the cross-media perspective: The focus ranges from cinema and television to radio and acoustic/performative art to web-based narrative forms, interactive narratives, and games. The program offers the opportunity to combine theory and research with practical work. It not only examines the history and aesthetics of artistic design forms and media industry changes but also experiments with original content. Additionally, the well-connected program in the region and internationally provides insights into media-practical work processes and overarching fields such as media law or media management. Conferences, lecture series, and workshops with experts from academia and practice are part of the curriculum, as is the opportunity to gain work experience through an internship and complete parts of the studies abroad through Erasmus.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Media Dramaturgy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Media dramaturgy/theatre studies at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

Is Media dramaturgy/theatre studies at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz 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 Media dramaturgy/theatre studies 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 Media dramaturgy/theatre studies at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz? ▼

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 Media dramaturgy/theatre studies? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz — 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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