Communication Science: Research Master's
Communication Science research is vital for understanding how people process information, use media, and make decisions. In this Master's programme, you'll gain in-depth disciplinary and methodological knowledge as well as practical research skills. Conduct research in Communication Science to unravel the complexities of human and digital interaction, and to develop strategies for social change.
Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time
Location
đ World-class scholars
Feb10
Master's Week 10 -14 Feb
Nov15
Master's Week: 15-21 Nov
Why study the Research Master's in Communication Science at the UvA?
Internship opportunities
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Pursue the professional specialisation and undertake an internship at a company or organisation of your choosing.
Engage with renowned scholars
Who are they?
Your lecturers are world-class scholars affiliated with the ASCoR institute: Amsterdam School of Communication Research.
Academic and professional specialisation
How?
Choose between an academic or professional specialisation in the third semester, to match your interests.
Cutting-edge methodologies
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Work alongside excellent lecturers and master advanced analytical and methodological techniques to understand the digital world around us.
Specialised mentoring programme
What?
Benefit from a mentoring programme designed to support your well-being and personal development, offering guidance on navigating challenges.
Is the Research Master's in Communication Science right for you?
Yes, if you:
- Want to develop your research skills to use in academia or professional settings.
- Aspire to gain hands-on research experience in the academic or professional field through an internship.
- Consider pursuing a PhD after your graduation or seeking a career where research skills are a core competency.
- Desire to extend your Masterâs experience, delve deeper into the field of Communication Science, and explore your own research questions.
- Want to immerse yourself in a challenging academic environment and learn from scholars who are leading the global dialogue in Communication Science.
- Want to become part of a network of highly motivated students with a strong interest in the digital environment.
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Copyright: Sara-Jane van der Vegt
With the Research Masterâs so many opportunities open up, from a career in academia to jobs in research and analysis for NGOs or in the private sector.Read more about the experiences from current students
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Facts & Figures
- Degree programme
- Communication Science (research)
- Type
- Regular study programme
- Mode
- Full-time
- Credits
- 120 ECTS, 24 months
- Language of instruction
- English
- Starts in
- September
- CROHO code
- 60163
- Location
- Roeterseiland campus