Media & Communication – exchange students

Whether you aspire to be an editorial wizard, a social media guru, a media economist or a data-driven storyteller, our focus is on professional, creative and innovative ways of learning and applying your newly acquired skills and knowledge. You can dive into the exciting world of media, including social media, video and audio production, communication studies, media economy and management as well as data visualisation and storytelling. Read more in the programme flyer.

Known as Germany's media capital and hub, Hamburg is the premier destination for media and communication students. The city is home to industry giants like “Der Spiegel”, “Die Zeit”, “Stern” and “RTL”, offering abundant opportunities in publishing, online journalism and digital media. Hamburg’s vibrant digital scene also includes top companies in marketing and corporate communication, providing hands-on experience in innovative environments.

International exchange students can take the following two modules (total 24 ECTS) in English:

Media & Communication – courses in English

  • Data visualisation and storytelling
  • International trends in communication studies

Download the module descriptions for more information about the classes.

Application deadline:  
Winter semester (October-February): 30. April
Summer semester (April–July): 30 October
(open to: exchange students from partner universities only; not open to freemovers)

Contact

Dominique da Silva
Student Exchange Coordinator
Faculty of Design, Media and Information