MSc in Social Sciences, Digital Media and Society

The specialization in Digital Media and Society helps you develop creative and critical thinking skills for your future career. It also prepares you to become an active, responsible citizen who contributes to open and inclusive societies. This program trains you for work as a communication and digital media professional or researcher. Upon completion, you will gain broad knowledge and academic skills in media and communication studies. During the program, you will apply advanced knowledge in empirical research, theories, and ethical reasoning. You will investigate and analyze digital media in daily life, organizations, and society. You will also learn to conduct research, present findings, and write reports. The program includes a project based on strong academic tools for analysis. The program also prepares you for PhD studies in media and communication studies, focusing on digital media and society. Graduates will have the skills to reflect on the impact of digital media and ICT on society, democracy, and global change. The program leads to a Master of Social Science (120 credits) in Media and Communication Studies. You can obtain a Master of Social Science (60 credits) after one year.

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