Overview

Media studies majors approach media from academic and practical standpoints, develop diverse professional portfolios and hone skills integral to a variety of media careers. The Media Studies program from Webster Geneva Campus affords an excellent foundation for pursuing a variety of careers within any organization that uses and values communication.

Learning Outcomes

Successful graduates of this program will be able to:

Develop media content for different fields, platforms and audiences.
Demonstrate an understanding of the need to think ethically when creating messages.
Evaluate media in historical and global context.
Conceive and implement effective communication strategies.

Analyze media content and effects.

Jobs

Digital Marketer
Media Buyer
Media Planner
Media Researcher
Public Relations Officer
Runner, Broadcasting/Film/Video
Social Media Manager
Television/Film/Video Producer
Web Content Manager
Advertising Account Executive
Broadcast Journalist
Editorial Assistant
Event Manager
Film Director
Magazine Journalist
Marketing Executive
Writer

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Media Writing
Communication for Media Professionals
Media Literacy
Media, Diversity and Society
Professional Development for Media Careers
Social Media Strategies & Tactics
Global Media Practice
Media Law, Ethics & Policy
Digital Media & Culture
Media Research

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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Priority Application Deadline for International Students (Fall semester): May 1st

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Genève, Switzerland

Disciplines

Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media Digital Media

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

As we review your application materials to make an admissions decision, we look holistically at your candidacy. This includes your secondary school academic performance (GPA), including the course and rigor of your curriculum, your recommendation letter(s) and your documented English language proficiency. We also consider your personal motivation, commitment and readiness for university life to be a very important part of our decision process.
Admission will be considered for those who have a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) a 2.5 on a 4 point scale, or its equivalent in other grading systems (academic achievement in programs that use a grading or assessment scale other than a 4.0 is evaluated in the context of the relevant academic system). Those who earn 3.5/4.0 scale may be considered for an invitation to the Scholars Program.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

35000 CHF / year

≈ 35000 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

35000 CHF / year

≈ 35000 CHF / year

Living costs

Genève

Switzerland

1925 - 2850 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Learning Outcomes

Jobs

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Genève

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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