Master of Communication Sciences: Digital Media and Society

KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium

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# 51-100QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgram duration

7,771 EURTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

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Program overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Master of Communication Sciences: Digital Media and Society

From virtual worlds, social media and the use of AI technology to online gaming – digital media re-shape society in various domains and inform the way individual people live, think and act. The international Master of Communication Sciences: Digital Media and Society provides a one-year master programme in which you will study the nature, effect and meaning of digital media.

About the programme

You will get the chance to study the human consequences of digital media developments, the ways in which social factors shape these developments and the various domains in which digital media are developed, used and have an impact. During this master year you will get prepared for an academic career, a job in marketing or in a digital media company.

The programme of 60 ECTS credits brings variation in topics and teaching methods, allowing you to build your personal digital communication expertise via:

Theoretical courses
Interactive master classes
Exercises in research design and digital methods
An Internship
Elective courses
A master's thesis

Career prospects

As a Digital Media and Society graduate you gained knowledge and insight into the nature, effect and meaning of digital media. You learned how to do empirical research and how to report on your findings in academic papers and policy reports. Based on your expertise, you are able to develop evidence-based communication strategies.

Given the sheer omnipresence of digital media in contemporary organisations, alumni of the Master in Digital Media and Society have ample opportunities for interesting jobs in numerous areas:

Creative industry: You have the knowledge and professional skills to develop programmes or formats in the creative industry and in media and news organisations. You are able to offer valuable insight into media policy in several areas of expertise. You are able to support traditional media companies and organisations in the transition from mass communication towards digital, interactive and personalised communication with the envisioned audience.
Research and innovation: You can take 'key' positions in the field of consumer and market insights related to the psychology and sociology of digital media use and design. In NGOs, news agencies or commercial bureaus, you investigate understanding in consumer behaviour and the use of new media. You are able to develop policy guidelines and campaigns about topics such as fake news,digital media literacy, sexting or cyberbullying.
Marketing strategy: You are employed by marketing agencies or support governmental organisations, NGOs and commercial businesses in the evaluation and improvement of internal and external communication strategies. You manage public relations through influencer marketing, podcasts, video content, inclusion and diversity awareness and the creation of content to reach out to consumers around the globe.

For the most recent – and only official – information on tuition fees, please check our webpage.

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Program overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Master of Communication Sciences: Digital Media and Society

About the programme

The programme of 60 ECTS credits brings variation in topics and teaching methods, allowing you to build your personal digital communication expertise via:

Theoretical courses
Interactive master classes
Exercises in research design and digital methods
An Internship
Elective courses
A master's thesis

Career prospects

Given the sheer omnipresence of digital media in contemporary organisations, alumni of the Master in Digital Media and Society have ample opportunities for interesting jobs in numerous areas:

Creative industry: You have the knowledge and professional skills to develop programmes or formats in the creative industry and in media and news organisations. You are able to offer valuable insight into media policy in several areas of expertise. You are able to support traditional media companies and organisations in the transition from mass communication towards digital, interactive and personalised communication with the envisioned audience.
Research and innovation: You can take 'key' positions in the field of consumer and market insights related to the psychology and sociology of digital media use and design. In NGOs, news agencies or commercial bureaus, you investigate understanding in consumer behaviour and the use of new media. You are able to develop policy guidelines and campaigns about topics such as fake news,digital media literacy, sexting or cyberbullying.
Marketing strategy: You are employed by marketing agencies or support governmental organisations, NGOs and commercial businesses in the evaluation and improvement of internal and external communication strategies. You manage public relations through influencer marketing, podcasts, video content, inclusion and diversity awareness and the creation of content to reach out to consumers around the globe.

For the most recent – and only official – information on tuition fees, please check our webpage.

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Admission Requirements

Bachelor GPA

Admission criteria

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in the field of communication sciences
A bachelor’s or master’s degree in social sciences (e.g. political science, sociology)
A master’s degree in behavioural sciences (e.g. psychology)
A bridging or preparatory programme for a master’s degree in communication sciences

For the most recent – and only official – information on the admission requirements, please check our webpage.

Student profile

You are fascinated by the way digital media shape personal identity and wellbeing, culture and community, politics and policies, business and marketing.
You want to specialize in theory, methods and research to study digital media and communication.
You like to develop evidence-based strategies in digital communication.
You are motivated to work in the fields of research and innovation, social media, digital marketing, a commercial, governmental or non-profit context.
You want to study at KU Leuven – one of the oldest and prestigious universities in Europe.

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

1,157 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

7,771 EUR

Other Expenses

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

In this guide you will find:

Where to look for scholarship opportunities

How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

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QS subject rankings

2013
#51-100
2014
#=48
2015
#51-100
2016
#51-100
2017
#51-100
2018
#51-100
2019
#101-150
2020
#51-100
2021
#51-100
2022
#51-100
2023
#51-100
2024
#51-100
2025
#51-100

Ranking criteria

Academic Reputation

75.2

Citations per Paper

87.4

Employer Reputation

68.4

H-index Citations

78.8

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KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium

# 51-100QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgram duration

7,771 EURTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

Program overview

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Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Admission Requirements

Exam Scores

Important Dates

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Tuition Fee

Domestic Students

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Scholarships

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