Master’s Program International Media Studies: Apply now!

The four-semester Master’s degree offers an unparalleled mix of research, lectures and practical experience and prepares students for careers in the digital media industries.

Kickstart your international media career with Deutsche Welle’s “International Media Studies” Master’s Program, starting each September. This unique, four-semester, full-time program is designed for professionals looking to enhance their expertise in digital media, journalism, communication science, and media management.

The program is a prestigious collaboration between Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg (University of Applied Sciences), the University of Bonn, and Deutsche Welle. DW Akademie, Deutsche Welle’s international training institute, offers a perfect environment for learning and training. Up to 30 students each year gain experience in a cutting-edge learning environment, leading to a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree after completing a thesis and colloquium.

Program Highlights:

Multidisciplinary Focus: Blend media theory with practical training in the heart of Germany’s international broadcaster.
Career Opportunities: Opens doors in journalism, media management, communication research, and international media organizations worldwide.
Global Network: Join a diverse cohort and connect with top media experts and peers from around the globe.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with at least one year of relevant professional experience.
Proficiency in English (C1 level).
Tuition: 6,000€ total (without scholarship).
Exceptional applicants from the Global South can apply for DAAD scholarships and complete their thesis in their home country.

Apply by March 15, 2026, and take the next step toward shaping your media career.

CONTACT
Dr. Almuth Schellpeper, Coordinator Master’s Program IMS
DW Akademie / IMS Registrar‘s Office / Kurt-Schumacher-Str. 3 / 53113 Bonn
E-Mail: ims@dw.com
Further information: www.ims-master.de