Overview

The global intake results in a diverse learning environment in which students' own experiences and backgrounds contribute to social, critical, and intellectual exchanges beyond lectures and seminars.

Studies within the Global Media Studies Programme at Stockholm University are closely linked to current research at the Department, which has several leading research environments and an active academic scene with many visiting scholars, guest professors, and open lectures that add opportunities to network and stay up to date with current topics and new research findings.

Career opportunities

What this degree may lead to

Graduates will be well prepared and eligible for further academic studies (Ph.D.). A smaller percentage of graduates are currently enrolled in doctoral studies at the Department of Media Studies and at other universities in Sweden and abroad.

Global Media Studies Alumni can be found in a variety of professional fields, most commonly within Communication and PR, Advertising, Research, and Media Production. Many stay in Stockholm and a majority find relevant job opportunities already within 6 months of graduation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Media Studies

Mediatized Intersections: class, ethnicity, gender, sexuality

Methodology

Scientific Method
Research Ethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stockholm, Sweden

Disciplines

Media Management Media Studies & Mass Media View 3 other Masters in Media Management in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

The general requirement for all Master's programmes is the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, corresponding to at least 180 credits in the European Credit Transfer System.

The specific requirements vary between the programmes. Most programmes have requirements of a specific major subject in your Bachelor's degree.

In order to document your eligibility, you must provide University Admissions in Sweden with copies of your previous study information, as well as document your English proficiency.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

125000 SEK / year

≈ 125000 SEK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

For citizens from outside EU, EEA or Switzerland. First instalment: 62500 SEK.

National students: application fee of 900 SEK

Living costs

Stockholm

Sweden

9668 - 17248 SEK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Stockholm

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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