Master
German
Social Sciences
European Media Studies
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
The Master's degree programme in European Media Studies is a cooperative programme of the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam and the University of Potsdam. The programme combines aesthetic-theoretical and cultural-historical knowledge with practical media technology and design. Fundamental questions about theories, histories and manifestations of the media are combined with conceptual strategies. Reflecting on and with media promotes research work that independently merges theory and practice. The programme focuses on questions of media theory, media aesthetics and media art as well as on investigations of concrete media configurations, strategies and media culture history(s). It is transnationally oriented with an international perspective that transcends territorial and cultural boundaries.
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The Master's degree programme in European Media Studies is a cooperative programme of the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam and the University of Potsdam. The programme combines aesthetic-theoretical and cultural-historical knowledge with practical media technology and design. Fundamental questions about theories, histories and manifestations of the media are combined with conceptual strategies. Reflecting on and with media promotes research work that independently merges theory and practice. The programme focuses on questions of media theory, media aesthetics and media art as well as on investigations of concrete media configurations, strategies and media culture history(s). It is transnationally oriented with an international perspective that transcends territorial and cultural boundaries.
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How do I apply to European Media Studies at Fachhochschule Potsdam?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about European Media Studies at Fachhochschule Potsdam
Is European Media Studies at Fachhochschule Potsdam taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the European Media Studies programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for European Media Studies at Fachhochschule Potsdam? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying European Media Studies? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Fachhochschule Potsdam — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.