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Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

Medien- und Kommunikationswissenschaft BACHELOR KombiMedia and Communication Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor's program in Media and Communication Science (MuK) aims to familiarize students with media research findings, methods, and their applications. The program teaches media analytical skills and basic competencies for creating various media products (print, audio, visual, audiovisual, and digital). Students learn important media theories and practice applying various methods, from film and media analysis to empirical studies on media use and ethnographic approaches to researching production contexts. The program also provides insights into media practice. Whether it's a film project, advertising clip, magazine, or podcast, students can implement their own projects at several editing stations, in a sound studio, and PC pools with professional input from lecturers from academia and practice. The location at the MMZ (Central German Multimedia Center) creates synergies with more than 20 media companies in the building and the Central German Broadcasting (MDR) nearby.
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The Bachelor's program in Media and Communication Science (MuK) aims to familiarize students with media research findings, methods, and their applications. The program teaches media analytical skills and basic competencies for creating various media products (print, audio, visual, audiovisual, and digital). Students learn important media theories and practice applying various methods, from film and media analysis to empirical studies on media use and ethnographic approaches to researching production contexts. The program also provides insights into media practice. Whether it's a film project, advertising clip, magazine, or podcast, students can implement their own projects at several editing stations, in a sound studio, and PC pools with professional input from lecturers from academia and practice. The location at the MMZ (Central German Multimedia Center) creates synergies with more than 20 media companies in the building and the Central German Broadcasting (MDR) nearby.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

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 and Communication Science

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Medien- und Kommunikationswissenschaft BACHELOR Kombi at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

Is Medien- und Kommunikationswissenschaft BACHELOR Kombi at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Medien- und Kommunikationswissenschaft BACHELOR Kombi 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 Medien- und Kommunikationswissenschaft BACHELOR Kombi at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg?

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 Medien- und Kommunikationswissenschaft BACHELOR Kombi?

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 Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg — 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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