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    Communication Science

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    Vienna, ATMScIn-person2 years
    €1,453.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    40
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Communication Science at University of Vienna is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Vienna, AT. Tuition is €1,453.

    About the program

    Two-year program covering communication processes on individual, organizational, and societal levels with focus on Media and Politics, Strategic Communication, and Journalism and Society. Includes theory, research methods, advanced data analysis, research projects, and master's thesis.

    Focus: research
    ShanghaiRanking GRAS 2025: 2nd (Communication)

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    Deadlines

    Winter 2027
    Apr 7, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL IBT (internet-based): 94 points or higher
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: Overall Band Score: 6.5 points

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months job-seeker visa (Austria)

    €31,001.00
    Avg starting salary
    €14,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Communication Science at University of Vienna cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Communication Science at University of Vienna is €1,453 across 120 required credits.
    Is Communication Science at University of Vienna online or in-person?
    Communication Science at University of Vienna is offered in-person.
    How long does Communication Science at University of Vienna take to complete?
    Communication Science at University of Vienna is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How large is the Communication Science at University of Vienna cohort?
    Communication Science at University of Vienna typically enrolls around 40 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Communication Science at University of Vienna?
    Post-completion work rights for Communication Science at University of Vienna: 12 months job-seeker visa (Austria)