Communication and the Media

The Communication and the Media study program represents an upgrade and a logical continuation of studies at the first level. The program maintains the theoretical and methodological core represented by communication science, as well as the emphasis on humanistic, social science and technological content, whereby the theoretical emphasis is complemented by practical knowledge.

Within the framework of the program, great emphasis is placed on employability on the labor market, whereby the media sector is mainly characterized by the crisis of the traditional media industry. This is manifested in the decline of traditional media, the absence of trust in journalistic work, the decline of permanent forms of employment and the need for new knowledge, skills and creative approaches in the field of media. The transition from classic mass media (print, radio, television) to new technological media (web, social/social networks, DIY communities, etc.) requires the introduction of content-based new areas that, on the one hand, demand the expansion of the concept of the medium, and on the other, practical work in these areas. The goal of the study program is to offer male and female students the necessary content and practical knowledge that will enable them to successfully operate independently in the field of communication and media under changed circumstances.

At the same time, within the scope of the study program, a lot of attention is also devoted to a critical consideration of communication in modern society and its role in understanding, interpreting and constructing the world in which we live. The study program will not only train male and female students for theoretical and practical work in the field of media, but also contribute to their personal development and, last but not least, the formation of autonomous critical-thinking subjects.

Master (MA) in communication and the media

Master`s, second cycle, full-time study

Duration: 2 Years / 120 ECTS

0314 Sociology and culture studies

Admission to the first year of study shall be granted to the candidates who have completed:

a) a first cycle study programme in the field of humanities or social sciences;

b) a four-year academic study programme or specialist study programme after completing higher professional study programme (study programmes, adopted before 11 June 2004) in the field of humanities or social sciences;

c) a first cycle study programme in other fields of study, provided that a candidate has completed all the study obligations relevant for further study prior to enrolment. Study obligations up to 60 ECTS are defined by the competent Faculty Commission based on the individual application, taking into account candidate’s previous study field. The candidate can fulfil the study obligations within the first cycle of studies, within continuing professional development courses, or any other type of formal education and/or exams. Candidate must fulfil the study obligations prior to enrolment into the master’s study programme;

d) a four-year academic study programme or specialist study programme after completing higher professional study programme (study programmes, adopted before 11 June 2004) in other fields of study, provided that a candidate has completed all the study obligations relevant for further study prior to enrolment. Study obligations carrying up to 60 ECTS are defined by the relevant Faculty Commission based on documentation, provided by the candidate and taking into consideration the type of studies previously completed. Candidate can fulfil the obligations within the first cycle of studies, within continuing professional development courses, or any other type of formal education and/or exams. Candidate must fulfil the obligations prior to enrolment into the master’s study programme;

e) a comparable education abroad and have been, in the process of recognition of their qualification and in accordance with Assessment and Recognition of Education Act, legally granted the right to continue their studies in the study programme.

In Case of Enrolment Limitation

the candidates are selected according to their average grade obtained in the first cycle / undergraduate studies.