Expanded Media
Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences
Program Overview
The Expanded Media MA programme (the former Leadership in the Creative Industries MA programme) is dedicated to future/innovative media concepts and media formats. What will...
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October); Summer (April)
Duration
3 semesters, 4 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
€45,000 – €75,000 per year
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
An English language certificate level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages of the Council of Europe or an equivalent is required (e.g. IELTS certificate with overall band score 5.5 or higher, TOEFL B2, TOEFL IBT at Home Edition, TOEIC B2, Cambridge Certificate B2 FCE). The completion of a degree programme in English may be recognised as proof of English language proficiency upon the applicant's request. The decision is made by the examination board.
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
The requirement for the Master's degree programme is a qualified undergraduate or graduate degree in the field of digital media. However, candidates from related fields (e.g. media design, media computer science, media management, or media studies) have a chance, provided they have practical experience in media production. The grade point average should not be lower than 3.0. From a grade point average of 2.0, the applicants are also tested for their suitability. The following documents are required to be submitted: Final certificate of previous studies (alternative interim certificate), a diploma if the diploma was received from another university Detailed curriculum vitae Statement of motivation (personal statement) in video format, explaining the personal interest in this Master’s programme and the chosen focus (max. length of three minutes) Portfolio with four work samples (enclosed as links to online sources like YouTube or Vimeo in a PDF please) Exposé for a media-practical research project in the chosen focus area. The topics will be published for the winter semester in mid-April and for the summer semester in mid-October at this web address: https://em.mediencampus.h-da.de/apply/ . (This is where you will also find detailed, up-to-date information and a frequently asked questions section.) Proof of practical experience (work certificates, letters of recommendation) While you should demonstrate storytelling sensibilities for the Expanded Storyworlds focus , you need to have experience with sound design and knowledge of audio editing in at least one DAW as a precondition for the Expanded Sound & Music focus . The prerequisites for the Expanded Realities focus area are programming knowledge in a game engine (e.g. c# Unity 3D or c++ with the Unreal Engine, or Python ) as well as profound knowledge in 3D workflows and environments (e.g. Blender, Maya).
APS Certificate
An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.
IELTS Score
IELTS 5.5 overall
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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