Media, Democracy and Human Rights Linnaeus University

Overview

Linnaeus University's degree course of Media, Democracy and Human Rights master focuses on leadership, democracy, and human rights. It aims to prepare you as tomorrow’s researcher, social narrator, or decision-maker to be able to contribute responsibly and insightfully to the development and regulation of the media landscape. A developement based on democratic ideals and principles, regardless of nationality and geographical considerations.

During the programme you will get a deeper understanding of the increasingly important role and growing impact of the media as regards public service announcements, political communication, cultural expression, and social mobilisation. As a student you are provided with a theoretical understanding, analytical tools, and strategic competence. This enables you to not only understand, but to become an active agent in, media development that affects democracy, human rights, and regulation of the media in an international context.

Career

After graduation you have several options for your career. The programme is a great preparation for PhD studies. You can also work with:

• management and development services in the media industry
• policies and analysis in national and international political and non-profit organisations, or in companies and public authorities
• journalism
• media development and media strategies in the private and public sectors

• information and communication
•  teaching at different levels.