Media and Political Communication

Last verified against the official program page on April 20, 2026.

Berlin, DEMAIn-person2 yearsGerman

120

Credits

€75.00

App fee

Media and Political Communication at Free University of Berlin is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Berlin, DE.

About the program

The program covers mediated political communication including digital aspects, political communication management, political journalism in online and offline media, empirical communication research methods, and international political communication research findings. It develops methodological and analytical skills to research political communication phenomena in changing media environments.

Focus: research

QS: 88 | QS: 4

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Deadlines

Winter 2027

May 31, 2027

Standardized tests

TOEFL

optional

Min English proficiency at level B2 CEFR

IELTS

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Min English proficiency at level B2 CEFR (IELTS 5.5)

After the program

Post-study work rights

18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

€14,400.00

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Frequently asked questions

Is Media and Political Communication at Free University of Berlin online or in-person?: Media and Political Communication at Free University of Berlin is offered in-person.
How long does Media and Political Communication at Free University of Berlin take to complete?: Media and Political Communication at Free University of Berlin is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
What work-permit options follow Media and Political Communication at Free University of Berlin?: Post-completion work rights for Media and Political Communication at Free University of Berlin: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)