Master
German
Social Sciences
Medienwissenschaft Media StudiesMedia Studies
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
The Hamburg Master's program in Media Studies focuses on the aesthetic conditions of media and their design principles in the interplay of production, offerings, and reception. The areas of entertainment/fiction and documentation/information are at the center. Further research and teaching-intensive areas of Hamburg Media Studies are the theory and history of film, television, radio, and online media, the theory of intermediality and media language, as well as the analysis of the effects of the interplay of various factors (e.g., media technology, media economics) on media products and their design. The Hamburg Master's program in Media Studies offers comprehensive teaching on different individual media, providing the prerequisite for analyzing and critically reflecting on these interactions and the strategic utilization of content in different media contexts. Within the framework of the study, there is the possibility of individual specialization in the areas of 'Documentation/Information' or 'Fiction/Entertainment'.
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The Hamburg Master's program in Media Studies focuses on the aesthetic conditions of media and their design principles in the interplay of production, offerings, and reception. The areas of entertainment/fiction and documentation/information are at the center. Further research and teaching-intensive areas of Hamburg Media Studies are the theory and history of film, television, radio, and online media, the theory of intermediality and media language, as well as the analysis of the effects of the interplay of various factors (e.g., media technology, media economics) on media products and their design. The Hamburg Master's program in Media Studies offers comprehensive teaching on different individual media, providing the prerequisite for analyzing and critically reflecting on these interactions and the strategic utilization of content in different media contexts. Within the framework of the study, there is the possibility of individual specialization in the areas of 'Documentation/Information' or 'Fiction/Entertainment'.
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How do I apply to Medienwissenschaft Media Studies at Universität Hamburg?
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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Medienwissenschaft Media Studies at Universität Hamburg
Is Medienwissenschaft Media Studies at Universität Hamburg 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 Medienwissenschaft Media 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 Medienwissenschaft Media Studies at Universität Hamburg? ▼
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 Medienwissenschaft Media Studies? ▼
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 Universität Hamburg — 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.