Overview

The Media and Communication Science degree at Ilmenau University of Technology combines content from the fields of communication sciences, media technology, economic sciences and law (Ilmenau model).

The program is research oriented and closely connected with current, medium- and long-term research activities of the Institut für Medien- und Kommunikationswissenschaft (IfMK).

This master program focuses on facilitate students to acquire knowledge and competences in theoretical approaches, research methods and findings concerning media communication in a research oriented course.

The modular courses are held in English. Graduates are therefore ideally prepared for the globalised job market in which interface and transfer skills become of greater importance.

Career

Internal and external organisational communication (public relations) for companies, associations and public institutions

Social science market and opinion research

Media and communication consulting

Media Management

Media Production

Scientific career at universities and research institutions

Journalism; especially science, economics and technology

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic Skills in Communication Science

Media Management and Communication Theories

Qualitative and Quantitative Methods

Data Analysis

Intercultural Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ilmenau, Germany

Disciplines

Communication Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 18 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in Germany

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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

PTE Academic

59

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in a similar field

You can achieve 40 or 20 points (from a total of 70) to met the special admission requirements, depending on your Bachelor's degree

40 points in relevant majors or fields of study, for example Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering,

20 points in closely related majors or fields of study, for example Electrical Engineering, Automation.

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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

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

No general tuition fees are charged at the TU Ilmenau. Only a contribution of currently 304 euros is to be paid per semester.

Living costs

Ilmenau

Germany

630 - 1000 EUR / 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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Scholarships Information

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