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Research Master in the Sociology of Culture, Media and the Arts


Programme Features

The Research Master in the Sociology of Culture, Media and the Arts is a two-year Master's of Science (MSc) Programme. It is specifically intended for intellectually talented and academically motivated students who want advanced, research-oriented education in the sociology of culture and in media studies.

The programme provides in-depth, internationally oriented, social-scientific research training, that focuses on culture, media and the arts. As such it occupies an internationally unique position. The programme is taught exclusively in English and is offered on a full-time basis only.

Instruction is given by top researchers in the participating departments and by renowned experts from abroad who are invited as guest lecturers. The highest standards are maintained through a the careful selection of top students from an international pool of applicants. With a maximum intake of 25 new students per year, the programme has an optimal teachter/student ratio and can thus be tailored to serve students' personal intellectual needs.

 

What has this programme got to offer you?

Highly selective, international programme, exclusively taught in English

Cutting-edge, social scientific knowledge of contemporary cultural processes and key developments in the media and the arts

Hands-on research-oriented education by highly qualified faculty

Cosmopolitan and intellectual stimulating learning environment

Interactive and intensive coursework

Sound preparation for PhD-track or for a career in policy, consultancy or applied research