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Media Sciences Paderborn University

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Degree
Bachelor of Arts
Standard period of study (amount)
6 semesters
Location
Paderborn

Overview and admission

Study Type

undergraduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Area of study

Media Studies

Annotation

Can only be taken in combination with another subject as part of a dual-subject Bachelor´s degree course.

Within the field of study, we examine media in their technical, social, institutional, cultural and aesthetic dimensions, evaluate them, and place them within broader contexts. Students acquire knowledge of various media topics, theories, methods, analytical instruments and design criteria. After graduation, career opportunities include the fields of (technical) editing, communication, advertising and PR.

Admission modus

Without admission restriction

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

In the two-subject Bachelor degree program only those can be enrolled who in a cumulative way who 1. \t have the certificate of higher education entrance qualification (general or relevant subject-specific higher education entrance qualification), or in accordance with a statutory ordinance, the certificate of entry to a university of applied sciences or an education background that is recognised legally or by the competent state body equivalent or the qualifications for those qualified in vocational training or meets the requirements of the BAHZV
2. \ t as a student applicant that has not acquired his or her admission requirements at a German-speaking institution, has sufficient knowledge of the German language. Proof of the linguistic ability is required for unrestricted admission or enrolment in all study programs. Further details are regulated by the regulations for the German language examination for university admission for the University of Paderborn, as amended.

Lecture period

  • Winter semester 2026/2027: 12.10.2026 - 05.02.2027
  • Summer semester 2027: 05.04.2027 - 16.07.2027 (Universitywide lecture period)

Application deadlines

Winter semester (2026/2027)

  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    Information at the International Office
  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    Information at the International Office
  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    Expired
    For undecided prospective students interested in studying for subjects without admission restrictions, the University of Paderborn is offering a deadline extension for submitting their application, starting on 22.09. - 15.10.2026.
  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    Expired
    For undecided prospective students interested in studying for subjects without admission restrictions, the University of Paderborn is offering a deadline extension for submitting their application, starting on 22.09. - 15.10.2026.

Languages of instruction

Main language

German

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