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The University of Debrecen’s (UD) Communication and Media Studies, BA program offers a comprehensive look at theoretical frameworks and analytical methods. Students graduate with the problem-solving and teamwork abilities necessary to navigate the complexities of any modern workplace setting. The program is designed to help students analyze how information functions within society through both theoretical research and practical media production.
| The program starts in September of each year. | |
| All courses are taught in English; therefore, a B2 level English proficiency is required. | |
| Admission requires a high school certificate; an entrance English placement test and an oral entrance exam. | |
| This is a 3-year program consisting of 6 academic semesters | |
| Students earn 180 ECTS in total. | |
| The tuition fee for this program is 6,000 USD/Year |
UD’s Communication and Media Studies BA program’s curriculum covers social scientific contexts, digital culture, and organizational communication, offering a specialized track for those pursuing journalism. Students focus on developing practical skills in content creation, professional communication, and collaborative problem-solving.
We offer a curriculum that bridges the gap between your current expertise and the technical competence required to excel in the global market.
Main subjects typically include (this list is indicative and may change):
| Year | Main subjects |
| 1 | Communication Theory, Media Theory, Media Culture Course, Popular Music Scene, Film Industry, Script Writing, Transmediality, Media Industry Course, Internet from Social Science Perspective, Media Politics, Media Law and Media Ethics, Media Economics |
| 2 | Introduction to Media Studies, The Analysis of Media Texts, Media Lab, Presentation Techniques, Writing Practice, Protocol, Strategic Communication, Methods of Communication Training, Marketing, Business Innovation |
| 3 | Press and Media Relations, Genres of the Press, Editing and Analyzing News in the Press, Press Photo, Radio Studio Training, Television Studio Training, Advocacy and Journalism, Report, Creative Writing, Opinion Journalism Genres |
| 4 | Field and Laboratory practice, Health Care Law, Health Promotion, Health Promotion in Primary Care, Nutritional Health and Food Safety, Professional Hungarian, Applied Epidemiology, Basics of Quality Assurance, Field and Laboratory Practice, Thesis |
Detailed information about the program’s Curriculum and further information are available on the Faculty of Humanities’s website.
Yes, our Communication and Media Studies program includes a 120-hour long compulsory internship program in the 5th semester. The aim of this training is to provide opportunity for the students to apply the knowledge and practice the skills acquired during the program in editorial or corporate settings.
An expert in communication may find employment as a journalist or broadcaster in media corporations (online, television, radio, print), or establish an entrepreneurial career in audiovisual content creation (photo, video, podcast). The expert in communication can also work as an employee or an external advisor of companies and organizations, who is responsible for public relations activities, media relations and social media management.
Pursuing a degree from the University of Debrecen ensures a globally recognized qualification. Our admissions team provides online oral and written exams to assess your field-related knowledge without requiring travel for the initial stages. We offer extensive scholarship opportunities, ranging from tuition discounts to fully funded government scholarships (Stipendium Hungaricum), making higher education in Hungary accessible to talented students based on academic merit.
Applicants must have an English proficiency of at least B2 level as the program is fully taught in English. For your information, this is equivalent to:
Please note, that you are not strictly required to have a language exam certificate, your language skills will be assessed during the entrance interview.
Yes, there is an English placement test and an online oral exam. For the oral component, applicants must submit an original 3-to-6-minute video report in advance on a social issue and participate in a discussion regarding a pre-selected chapter from the program's assigned communication textbook.
Further information about this specific entrance exam for this course can be found through the following website: Learn more about our entrance exam!
Please note that the BA in Communication and Media Studies operates on a single-cycle academic calendar. This program only starts in September of each year. The application deadline is 15th June.
Ensure your documents are submitted through the
Online Application System before the deadline.
The tuition fee is 6,000 USD / year for this program.
This is supplemented by the application fee of $150 USD (one-time) and the entrance procedure fee of $350 USD that covers the examination and interview. Please note that the application and entrance procedure fees are non-refundable and must be paid via bank transfer to initiate the review process.
We offer a variety of academic scholarships and merit-based tuition fee discounts. Depending on your home country's regulations you might apply for federal loan while studying abroad as well.
For detailed eligibility criteria and application deadlines, visit our dedicated website: View University of Debrecen International Scholarship Eligibility!
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