Media Sciences (Bachelor of Arts, B.A.)
The study program in media studies at Humboldt University provides students with in-depth knowledge of media history, theory, and aesthetics. The program focuses on the role of media in culture, politics, and society, as well as practical experience in media laboratories and studios.
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At a glance
Course structure and content
The bachelor’s second subject Media Studies provides scientific expertise in the independent handling of media, in particular with regard to the increasing networking of art, culture and music. It is a relevant, contemporary supplement to all core subjects offered at Humboldt-Universität. The subject enables students to acquire media-studies-related basic skills and apply them to the knowledge they acquire in the core subject.
The scientific skills gained from the course include the systematic, historical, analytical and technical/practical capabilities indispensable for concept-oriented and knowledge-oriented careers in the culture and media sectors.
Module I: Introduction to Media Studies (10 CP)
Module II: Media Theories (10 CP)
Module III: Media Archaeology versus Mediahistiographie (10 CP)
Module IV: Media Dramaturgy and Media Aesthetics (10 CP)
Module V: Degital Media (10 CP)
Module VI: Project module (10 CP)
Special features
With its media, music and creative potential, Berlin is the perfect location for testing and applying knowledge gained during teaching sessions in practical activities.
- Passion for extensive reading;
- Interest in philosophical questions and historical perspectives;
- Love of the media as concrete technical things, which is why this degree programme familiarises you with their hardware and software, "analogue" as well as "digital";
- the ability to think in a structured and at the same time creative way, to be flexible and to be able to network well
Subject-specific admission and enrolment rules
Career opportunities & prospects
You can afterwards study for a Master's degree in Media Studies at Humboldt-Universität.
Successful graduation from the Media Studies course is preparation for professions in cultural and media institutions, for careers in science and research.
Course Advisory Service and recognition of credits
If you have any specific questions about the study program, please contact Dr. Florian Leitner.
Contact information for the faculty
Department of Musicology and Media Studies
Institutsgebäude, Am Kupfergraben 5, 10117 Berlin