Program Overview
The Science Communication at University of Vienna is a Master programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Science Communication programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Austria and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 726 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 363 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Science Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Media & Politics
- Introduction to Strategic Communication
- Introduction to Journalism & Society
- Introduction to Research Designs and Data Collection
- Introduction to Data Analysis
- Planning Research Designs and Data Collection
- Applied Data Analysis
- Scientific Skills
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For admission to the master program a Bachelor or equivalent academic degree is required. For prospective students with a Bachelor degree which is not in Communication Science or a related field, a selected number of additional courses in theory and methods may be prescribed.
The University of Vienna limits the number of students newly admitted to the English master program \'Communication Science\' to 30 persons per academic year.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 726 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 363 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 726 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 363 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Vienna directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Vienna
University of Vienna
Vienna, Austria
The University of Vienna is a public research university in Vienna, Austria. Founded by Duke Rudolph IV in 1365, it is the oldest university in the German-speaking world and with around 85,000...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120