DW Akademie 2023 DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies (IMS)

“It’s a great opportunity to explore a range of theories and perspectives from around the world and benefit from staff expertise across a multidisciplinary department aimed at producing the best media professionals,” said 26-year-old student Erica Ehiamah from Ghana. The Master's Program “International Media Studies” (IMS) is especially designed for graduates from developing and transition countries with previous media experience.

As a joint project of the University of Bonn, the Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences and DW Akademie, DW's center for international media development, journalism training and knowledge transfer, the program offers a perfect learning environment for up to 30 students per year. “We exchange opinions and get into discussions with people from all over the world who have different experiences and mindsets. This can help us create our own ideas about topics that we would otherwise not necessarily think about,” said Andrea Ariet. She was born in Barcelona, Spain and lived in Poland and Belgium before coming to Bonn for the IMS program. 

Wide range of topics and media industry challenges 

The interdisciplinary study program is conducted in English, combining topics such as media and development, journalism, communication science and media management. The full-time, four-semester Master’s degree offers an unparalleled mix of research, lectures and practical experience and prepares students for careers in the communications and media industries.

In practical modules and research projects, the students deal with current and future issues facing the media industry such as self-censorship of media professionals and environmental journalism. “With the media at the center of fighting climate change, it is vital that media professionals really understand the situation so that they can disseminate factual and accurate information,” stressed IMS student Erica Ehiamah. After graduating from the program, she aims to gain additional skills in the media industry and then become a development communicator. She said data-driven and stories with a human touch are crucial for environmental journalism. 

• Table of Content
• About DW Akademie
• DW Akademie DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies
• Aim and Benefits of DW Akademie DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies
• DW Akademie DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies Courses
• Requirements for DW Akademie DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About DW Akademie

We believe that independent media and responsible journalism are essential worldwide. Given Germany's history, we believe that people should be able to freely express their views and have access to independent sources of information. We consider this to be an important prerequisite for peace and democracy.

DW Akademie DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies

Aim and Benefits of DW Akademie DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies

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DW Akademie DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies Courses

• International Media Studies (IMS)

Requirements for DW Akademie DAAD Master’s Degree Sholarship in International Media Studies Qualification

To be considered for the DW Akademie Masters Scholarship 2023, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a highly qualified applicant from developing and emerging countries.
• Must have completed a bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognized institution of higher learning.
• Be willing to abide by the guidelines governing the programme.
• Demonstrate excellent academic and research abilities.

For more information on our Master's program, see the information on the admission requirements and visit our FAQ.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

 Interested applicants for the DW Akademie IMS Masters Scholarship 2023 are to complete an online application and submit the following required documents:

• Letter of Motivation
• Current CV
• Academic degree(s) and transcripts
• Proof of work experience
• Proof of English skills
• Additional documents for the DAAD Scholarship

For more details visit: DW Akademie website