Media Studies
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Deze opleiding
Media are at the heart of contemporary life. From social media to print, from websites to television, from search engines to apps: our understanding of the world is shaped by media.
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| locatieGroningen |
| diplomaBA |
| typeregulier, 180 EC |
| start1 september |
| taalvolledig English |
| opleidingsduur3 jaar voltijd |
| accreditatiesNVAO |
| croho-code50906 |
| numerus fixusnee |
| honoursheeft honours track |
Media have a major impact not only on how we communicate with one another, but also on how societies are organised: culturally, politically and economically. This academic programme therefore studies the informative and social function of media and conceives 'culture' in its anthropological definition: as the ideas, customs and social behaviour of particular (groups in) societies.
You will acquire knowledge and a variety of theoretical perspectives on the way different media platforms are structured, how they operate and how they relate to each other; how media systems are underpinned politically and economically; and how patterns of media use, production and content develop and change. You will learn to apply and critically reflect on different types of academic research methods on a variety of topics. In addition, you will also get acquainted to the professional fields related to media, develop your professional skills to help you perform in media-related internships and jobs.
The programme's distinctive features are:
- an international, comparative and interdisciplinary curriculum
- a focus on the informative and social function of media
- emphasis on the theoretical perspectives, methodological skills to understand and research practices of media use and production
- attention for professional skills
Waarom aan de University of Groningen?
The programme has a specific focus on the informative and social function of media, providing a comparative perspective by studying media in their cultural, international, historical, economic and political contexts, using methods and theories from social sciences. It has attention for the practices of media use and production, as well as for professional skills. The perspective of other programmes is more often grounded in popular culture, arts, language and/or film and television studies.
Studieprogramma
opbouwThroughout the curriculum there are three distinctive learning pathways: a theoretical, methodological and a professional learning pathway. These aim to provide students with the combination of a solid knowledge base, substantial understanding of a diversity of theoretical perspectives, sound methodological training, and a thorough preparation for the labour market.
Students earn 150 ECTS credits in their major, 30 ECTS can be filled with a minor during the third year.
Students earn 150 ECTS credits in their major, 30 ECTS can be filled with a minor during the third year.
1e jaar Students get familiar with different relevant media platforms and industries and with Media Studies as an academic discipline, as well as acquiring the necessary academic skills.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Media Platforms and Industries | 10 EC | ||||||||
Media, Culture and Society | 5 EC | ||||||||
Studying Media in Everyday Life | 5 EC | ||||||||
Academic Skills | 5 EC | ||||||||
Media History | 5 EC | ||||||||
Imagining the Digital | 5 EC | ||||||||
Introduction to Media Studies | 10 EC | ||||||||
Professional Writing | 5 EC | ||||||||
Media Spaces and Practices | 5 EC | ||||||||
Social Lab | 5 EC | ||||||||
2e jaar In the second year, the emphasis shifts to in-depth theoretical and methodological training. In addition to the compulsory courses, you take a profile of your choice within the Theory Pathways course. Depending on student numbers, the choices include: Visual Culture, Cultural Industries, Digital Cultures, Journalism Studies or Politics and Global Citizenship.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Analysing Media Texts | 5 EC | ||||||||
Audiovisual Culture | 5 EC | ||||||||
Technology and Creative Destruction | 5 EC | ||||||||
Analysing Media Production and Use | 5 EC | ||||||||
Political Action in the Network Society | 5 EC | ||||||||
Digital Curation keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Web Design keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Journalistic Writing and Storytelling keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Media Entrepreneurship keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Media Theory I: Mediatisation and Effect | 5 EC | ||||||||
RS Audiovisual Culture | 10 EC | ||||||||
Social Media Analysis keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Statistics in Media keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
(New) Media Archives keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Media Ethnography keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Transmedia Production | 5 EC | ||||||||
Media Theory II: Form and Technology | 5 EC | ||||||||
3e jaar Students do (semi-)independent research as well as make a choice as to which minor (university minor; faculty minor; career minor, including a placement; minor abroad) they would like to follow.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Minor (elective) | 15 EC | ||||||||
Minor (elective) | 15 EC | ||||||||
RS Media Studies | 10 EC | ||||||||
Thinkers and Theories I | 5 EC | ||||||||
BA Thesis Media Studies | 10 EC | ||||||||
minors
minor Minors
The fifth semester of your studies is dedicated to your Minor: a coherent set of future-oriented course units. It prepares you for a follow-on Master's degree program or for entering the labour market. You can opt for a Career Minor, a Minor abroad, a University Minor or a Faculty Minor.
Onderwijs
| taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
|---|---|
| avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
| afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
case study, computer exercise, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, internship, lecture, literature study, research, research project, research proposal, oral presentation, portfolio, poster presentation, practicum, project, self study, seminarinstruction modes
The programme offers a range of learning and teaching methods that aim at self-development, with the support and inspiration of staff members. Much face-to-face teaching takes place in small-scale group research assignments, seminars and learning labs. In year 1 and 2 students are organized in intercultural learning communities or year groups of 20 students, allowing them to get to know each other, encouraging and stimulating one another to finish courses and the degree succesfully and in time.teachers
The academic staff has a highly international profile, with work experience in a variety of cultural settings. They have experience with international academic collaboration, conferences and publications. This connects to the increasing global nature of both the practices of media production and consumption as well as the field of Media Studies. Professional skills courses are taught by active and renowned media practitioners with relevant and up-to-date experience and industry knowledge.study guidance
If you have any questions or doubts about your studies, you can always contact the study advisor. He or she knows all the ins and outs of the programme, the profiles offered, studying abroad and personal planning. Study advisors are impartial and everything that is discussed is treated confidentially. They can also help you find the right institutions and student desks for any problems you might encounter.study abroad
To further encourage the international profile of the students, the programme structure allows students to spend one semester at a partner university abroad in the third year of their studies. The Department offers exchange programmes within the framework of the Lifelong Learning Erasmus and Marco Polo.bindend studieadvies
- minimaal 45 EC in de eerste 12 maanden
To proceed to the second year students need to acquire a minimum of 45 ECTS our of 60 ECTS (credits 1 ECTS = 28 hours of work) in the first 12 months (binding).
You will be offered study advice after first year of study. You will get a positive result if you have earned more than 45 ECTS (out of a total of 60 ECTS). If you have earned less than 45 ECTS, resulting in a negative study advice, you will not be allowed to continue with your degree programme. You will receive preliminary study advice in December to make sure that you know where you stand. Please contact your study advisor as soon as possible if you have any questions about the BSA system. In the first year a tutor system is in place to get students acquainted to the study program and its demands and strategies for success.
honours-/excellence program University of Groningen Honours College
The Honours College will give talented, motivated students the chance to be challenged even more by following Honours programmes and taking part in numerous other activities.
The Honours College comprises a broadening part and a deepening part and has a study load of 30 ECTS credit points besides the 180 ECTS credit points from your regular Bachelor programme.
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
1 september 2025
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2025
wettelijk tarief : € 2601 (€1301 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 11800
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 13500
1 september 2026
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2026
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toelaatbare profielen
| VWO N&T | aangevuld met If you have passed the VWO (pre-university education) exam in English, you satisfy the language requirement. |
|---|---|
| VWO N&G | aangevuld met If you have passed the VWO (pre-university education) exam in English, you satisfy the language requirement. |
| VWO E&M | aangevuld met If you have passed the VWO (pre-university education) exam in English, you satisfy the language requirement. |
| VWO C&M | aangevuld met If you have passed the VWO (pre-university education) exam in English, you satisfy the language requirement. |
| hbo-p | Language requirement English: Minimum requirement of TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum of 21 on all items), or IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6 on all items). Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 180. For more information, see: https://www.rug.nl/let/studeren-bij-ons/bachelor/aanmelding-en-inschrijving/language-requirements-ba |
studie kosten
| bedrag | kostenpost |
|---|---|
| € 200.00 | levensonderhoud |
| € 650.00 | studiematerialenper jaar |
| € 350.00 | |
| € 307.00 | visa/permitvoor de gehele opleiding |
inbegrepen in collegegeld
| examination |
De stad
studievereniging
MESA
MESA is the study association of the bachelor and master programs of Media Studies. The association aims to help the cultural and academic growth of its members as well as improve contact between them. Additionally, the association plays a vital role in promoting and introducing the bachelor to both new and prospective students.MESA is comprised of various committees, each with their own objectives to help us achieve our goals. Numerous events are organized all year round such as the first years introduction camp, parties, trips, excursions and debates amongst other things and offers services such as high-quality summaries.
Keuzehulp
Studievergelijker
1/5 University of Groningen
Media Studies
Media Studies
| € 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 66 eerstejaars |
| 59% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Engelstalig |
2/5 Utrecht University
Media and Culture
Media and Culture
| € 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 145 eerstejaars |
| ?% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Engelstalig |
3/5 Utrecht University
Media en cultuur
Media en cultuur
| € 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 145 eerstejaars |
| ?% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Nederlandstalig |
4/5 University of Amsterdam
Media and Culture
Media and Culture
| € 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 61 eerstejaars |
| 77% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Engelstalig |
5/5 University of Amsterdam
Media en cultuur
Media en cultuur
| € 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 61 eerstejaars |
| 77% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Nederlandstalig |
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.
Na de studie
If you want to continue with a Master's degree programme after your graduation, as most students do, you will have a wide range of programmes to choose from. With a Bachelor's degree in Media Studies, you have access to the following Master's tracks at the University of Groningen:
- Media, Creation and Innovation
- Social Media and Society
- Datafication and Digital Literacy
- Journalism (Dutch taught, selective programme)
- Journalism (English taught, selective programme)
- Arts, Media and Literary Studies (research)
- Cultural Leadership (research)
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
As a graduate of the BA Media Studies you have acquired the skills you need for the job market of the 21st century: creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration and commitment. You could start your career in media or the creative industry, or in any other field that has job openings, which might lead to jobs, such as, strategy consultant, social media analist, policy advisor and digital content producer. Employers, whether in profit or non-profit organizations, are looking for peo
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