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MA
Master
Master International Media Cultural Work (IMC)
Winter: Jun 1, 2026Summer: Dec 1, 2026
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (267 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter and Summer
About Master International Media Cultural Work (IMC)
Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (HS Darmstadt), located in the vibrant city of Darmstadt, Germany, is renowned for its innovative approach to higher education, particularly in the fields of science, engineering, and social sciences. Among its diverse range of programs, the Master's in International Media Cultural Work (IMC) stands out for its unique blend of media studies, cultural theory, and practical media production. This interdisciplinary program is designed to equip students with the critical skills needed to navigate and shape the rapidly evolving media landscape. It emphasizes a global perspective on media and culture, preparing graduates for careers in media production, cultural management, and digital communication. The IMC program at HS Darmstadt fosters a creative and collaborative learning environment, encouraging students to engage in projects that have real-world applications and international relevance.
Fields of study
Media Studies(Media & Communication)
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Master International Media Cultural Work (IMC) at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (HS Darmstadt)
German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
1.9
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Academic requirements
Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
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Minimum ECTS credits
180
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A diploma or bachelor degree within the fields of digital media, media culture, or media pedagogy. Applicants with a degree in e.g. media design, media informatics and technology, media management, journalism, or related fields (e.g. cultural management, social pedagogy, social work, design, art history, musicology) will be screened for eligibility, as will those applicants with a grade point average below 1.9 (or German standard equivalent).
The eligibility assessment includes the final grade point average of the bachelor’s degree or diploma, practical experience, and a letter of motivation.
If the bachelor’s degree has earned 180 ECTS (or equivalent), an industrial placement must be completed during the study.
The certificate of graduation from the previous course of study or alternatively a temporary certificate and, for degrees not awarded by Hochschule Darmstadt, also the diploma supplement or a comparable record of the program content.
https://imc.mediencampus.h-da.de/application/
Bachelor’s degree has earned 180 ECTS (or equivalent), an industrial placement must be completed during the study.
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if available, record of practical experience (employers’ references, recommendation letters, awards, and
prizes)
Tests and documents
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
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Letters of Recommendation
Required
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GRE
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GMAT
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a personal statement in English, which substantiates the personal interest in this master’s program (max. 1800 char. incl. spaces);
a brief exposé about a project in the targeted field of research and development (max. 1800 char. Incl. spaces) in English; and
a) a detailed curriculum vitae (table form) in English
if available, a record of practical experience (employers’ references, recommendation letters, awards, and prizes)
Not required
APS verification
APS certificate
Required for Application
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Prerequisites
A diploma or bachelor degree within the fields of digital media, media culture, or media pedagogy. Applicants with a degree in e.g. media design, media informatics and technology, media management, journalism, or related fields (e.g. cultural management, social pedagogy, social work, design, art history, musicology) will be screened for eligibility, as will those applicants with a grade point average below 1.9 (or German standard equivalent).
The eligibility assessment includes the final grade point average of the bachelor’s degree or diploma, practical experience, and a letter of motivation. A good command of English is also required.
If the bachelor’s degree has earned 180 ECTS (or equivalent), an industrial placement must be completed during the study.
The following documents are to be submitted with the application:
1. The certificate of graduation from the previous course of study or alternatively a temporary certificate and, for degrees not awarded by Hochschule Darmstadt, also the diploma supplement or a comparable record of the program content;
2. A complete CV in table form and in English;
3. A personal statement in English, which substantiates the personal interest in this master’s program (max. 1800 char. incl. spaces);
4. A brief exposé about a project in the announced field of research and development (max. 1800 char. incl. spaces) in English (you find more details about that in [the FAQs](https://imc.mediencampus.h-da.de/faq/); and
5. If available, record of practical experience (employers’ references, recommendation letters, awards, and prizes).
The documents pertaining to items 1. to 5. must be submitted completely. If they have not been submitted by the application deadline, the application will not be considered for admission.
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Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Master International Media Cultural Work (IMC)
Programme-specific documents
APPLICATION Please register in the uni-assist online portal! Create your application form and submit it to UNI ASSIST online. Once this is completed, please upload all requested documents on the uni-assist online platform. You will be asked to submit your certificates in their original language, accompanied by a certified (sworn) translation in German or English. You must upload the following documents:
Your School leaving certificate. Normally, a completed Bachelor’s degree is sufficient; however, there are many cases where a secondary school certificate will still play an important role in the evaluation of your entitlement to study in Germany. It is impossible to tell in advance if your secondary school certificate will be required, this can only be determined during the application process. If the secondary school certificate is missing from your application, your application will be rejected.
Your Bachelor’s degree in a related subject from a recognized university. 'Recognized' means that the university must be accredited according to the laws and regulations of the country in which it is based.
The transcript of records/diploma supplement for all study years (precondition is a full-time study program)
Copy of your passport
Additional documents to submit:
a detailed curriculum vitae (table form) in English
a personal statement in English, which substantiates the personal interest in this master’s program (max. 1800 char. incl. spaces);
a brief exposé about a project in the targeted field of research and development (max. 1800 char. Incl. spaces) in English; and
if available, a record of practical experience (employers’ references, recommendation letters, awards, and prizes)
DEADLINE FOR FORMAL APPLICATION VIA UNI ASSIST: • Application closing date for a winter semester is 1st June (from mid-April on). • Application closing date for a summer semester is 1st December (from mid-October on). If all application documents are complete, we will forward the documents to the Faculty of Media. The assessment of aptitude is given if the applicant has reached 80 points or more.
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application procedure
APPLICATION
Please register in the uni-assist online portal! Create your application form and submit it to UNI ASSIST
online. Once this is completed, please upload all requested documents on the uni-assist online platform. Due
to COVID-19, no certified copies are required. Submit your certificates in their original language, accompanied
by a certified (sworn) translation in German or English
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