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Universität Erfurt
Master German Social Sciences

Health Communication

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

Health promotion and disease prevention are among the greatest challenges facing modern societies. The Master's program in Health Communication is an interdisciplinary field of research that examines the social and psychological conditions, meanings and consequences of health-related and health-relevant, intended and unintended, intrapersonal, interpersonal, media and public communication. The program combines Communication Science, Psychology, Medicine & Public Health, and Empirical Methods & Statistics. It focuses on evidence-informed Health Communication and prepares graduates for careers in health organizations, advertising agencies, healthcare industry, hospitals, health marketing, health research, and academia.
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Health promotion and disease prevention are among the greatest challenges facing modern societies. The Master's program in Health Communication is an interdisciplinary field of research that examines the social and psychological conditions, meanings and consequences of health-related and health-relevant, intended and unintended, intrapersonal, interpersonal, media and public communication. The program combines Communication Science, Psychology, Medicine & Public Health, and Empirical Methods & Statistics. It focuses on evidence-informed Health Communication and prepares graduates for careers in health organizations, advertising agencies, healthcare industry, hospitals, health marketing, health research, and academia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Health Communication at Universität Erfurt

Is Health Communication at Universität Erfurt 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 Health Communication 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 Health Communication at Universität Erfurt?

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 Health Communication?

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 Universität Erfurt — 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.

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