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94 Best Media & Communication Programs in Germany

94 Media & Communication courses are taught at 43 universities in Germany, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Heidelberg University and Humboldt University of Berlin come first, because those universities rank highest.

25Bachelor's Degree
TH Technische Hochschule Ulm logo
#84 in Germany Germany

Digital Media

Technische Hochschule Ulm — The Bachelor's degree in Digital Media at Technische Hochschule Ulm offers a comprehensive understanding of the digital landscape. Students explore various aspects of dig...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
WintersemesterIntake
Media & Communication
26Master's Degree
HF Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) logo
#85 in Germany Germany

Bibliotheks- und Informationswissenschaft

Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) — The Master's degree in Bibliotheks- und Informationswissenschaft (Library and Information Science) at Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) offers an...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
27Bachelor's Degree
HF Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) logo
#85 in Germany Germany

Book and Media Publishing

Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) — The Bachelor's Degree in Book and Media Publishing at Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) provides students with an in-depth understanding of the p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
28Bachelor's Degree
HF Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) logo
#85 in Germany Germany

Medienproduktion

Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) — Der Bachelorstudiengang Medienproduktion an der Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig (FH) bietet eine umfassende Ausbildung in den verschiedenen Bereiche...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
36Master's Degree
HU Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) logo
#90 in Germany Germany

Digitale Kommunikation

Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) — Course OverviewThe Master's degree in Digital Communication at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences equips students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to na...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
38Master's Degree
HU Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) logo
#90 in Germany Germany

Information, Medien, Bibliothek

Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) — The Master's Degree in Information, Media, and Library Studies at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) is designed for students seeking to deepen their un...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
39Bachelor's Degree
HU Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) logo
#90 in Germany Germany

Media Systems

Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) — The Bachelor's degree in Media Systems at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the evo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
40Bachelor's Degree
HU Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) logo
#90 in Germany Germany

Medien und Information

Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) — The Bachelor's degree in Medien und Information at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences focuses on the dynamic and evolving landscape of media, information, and communi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
41Bachelor's Degree
HU Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) logo
#90 in Germany Germany

Medientechnik

Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) — The Bachelor's degree in Medientechnik at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for the d...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
44Bachelor's Degree
UP Universität Passau logo
#92 in Germany Germany

Medien und Kommunikation

Universität Passau — Der Studiengang Medien und Kommunikation an der Universität Passau vermittelt den Studierenden umfassende Kenntnisse über die Rolle der Medien in der Gesellschaft. Die St...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
WiSeIntake
Media & Communication
45Master's Degree
UH Universität Hildesheim logo
#99 in Germany Germany

Barrierefreie Kommunikation

Universität Hildesheim — The Master's program in Barrierefreie Kommunikation at Universität Hildesheim explores the critical fields of accessibility and inclusive communication. This program is d...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
47Master's Degree
UH Universität Hildesheim logo
#99 in Germany Germany

Medientext und Medienübersetzung

Universität Hildesheim — The Master's Degree in Medientext und Medienübersetzung at Universität Hildesheim offers an in-depth exploration of media texts and translation theory. This program is de...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication

How these courses are ranked

6 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #54 (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich) to #477 (Universität Potsdam); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Heidelberg University is cited most (44,319,490 citations). 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 54 bachelor's and 37 master's. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 99% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (80% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (80% of courses with a stated intake). Fachhochschule Stuttgart, Hochschule der Medien offers the widest choice, with 12 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Media & Communication in Germany?

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (QS World #54), Heidelberg University (QS World #80) and Humboldt University of Berlin (QS World #130) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Media & Communication in Germany?

Of those with published fees, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is the least expensive at about USD 600 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Media & Communication course take in Germany?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Media & Communication courses start in Germany?

Fall is the main intake — 80% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Media & Communication online with a university in Germany?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Media & Communication courses in Germany?

Fachhochschule Stuttgart, Hochschule der Medien, with 12, ahead of Universität Erfurt (7).

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