Program Overview
The Intercultural Communication at University of Jyväskylä is a MA 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 Intercultural Communication programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Finland 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 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Jyväskylä, Finland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Intercultural 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 Intercultural Communication
- Communication Theory
- Research Methodology
- Thesis Seminar
- Theories and Models of Intercultural Communication
- Intercultural Communication Skills
- Communicating in a Culturally Diverse Workplace, 5 ECTS
- Media and Online Cultures, 5 ECTS
- Theorizing Intercultural Communication, 5 ECTS
- Developing Intercultural Competence, 5 ECTS
- Internship or Project Management or Academic Expertise, 10 ECTS
- Specialization Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The selection process consists of two parts:
1. Review of application documents
2. Personal interview (by phone or Skype) of short-listed applicants
Eligibility
Eligible applicants for the Masters Degree Programme must have completed a Bachelors Degree or equivalent in a relevant field, for instance, in humanities, education, social sciences, and/or communication.
A Bachelors Degree in a relevant field completed by 30 June 2017. Suitable degrees include a Bachelors degree or an equivalent for instance, in humanities, education, social sciences, and/or communication.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Jyv\xc3\xa4skyl\xc3\xa4 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 Jyväskylä
University of Jyväskylä
Jyväskylä, Finland
TheUniversity of Jyväskylä(Finnish:Jyväskylän yliopisto,JYU) is a publicresearch universityinJyväskylä, Finland. It has its origins in the first Finnish-speakingTeacher Training College(the...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
