Master Media and Convergence Management

In the past, the typical journalistic routine involved a member of the editorial staff and a photographer heading out to jointly create a newspaper article that would then be printed in a daily newspaper. Today, it is (not only) the media world that is characterised by convergence: The editor feels equal responsibility for image and text, and also records a short video for the social media channels, often working at the intersection of newsroom and marketing. To this end, they use a broad range of media and their content can be consumed on various devices.

The Master‘s degree programme “Media and Convergence Management” examines convergence in terms of technology, media, content and across sectors. We encounter convergence when smartphones and tablets serve as terminal devices for media use, when we are exposed to content in films, as a computer game and as a book at the same time, and when the boundaries in the TIMES industry (Technology, Information, Media, Entertainment and Security) become blurred. Are you interested in organising and managing these convergence processes? The Master’s degree programme provides you with the exact skills that are currently in high demand in the media industry, but also in many other entrepreneurial organisational structures.

The English-language Master’s degree programme is unique in its form. Every year, the university admits a limited number of participants who come to Klagenfurt from all over the world. The degree programme is just as interdisciplinary as the students: You can start with a Bachelor’s degree in the fields of cultural, economic or technical sciences. You can take your first career steps in the media industry, or elsewhere: in communication and media studies (content and editorial management, public relations, cross-media management, corporate social responsibility), in the sphere of business (strategic and operational marketing, advertising, market research and innovation management) or in technology (distributed multimedia systems, human-centred computing).

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Duration:

4

semesters
ECTS credits:

120

Level of qualification: Master's degree programme
Degree:

Master of Science (MSc)

Prerequisites:

Yes

Special admission procedure:

Yes

Language of instruction:

English

Curriculum (PDF)
(German version, legally binding)
Curriculum (PDF, English version)
Range of courses

Information & downloads
for current students

We believe: You have the potential to thrive with your Master’s degree and to gain the perfect launch pad for your career. Could this degree programme be perfect for you?
Do you want to secure your place at university?

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You are special. So are we.

This is what makes the degree programme so special

Cooperation of the three faculties of Humanities, Management and Economics, and Technical Sciences.
One-of-a-kind degree with a limited number of participants.
A wealth of opportunities to become acquainted with other cultures in the course of excursions or study periods abroad.
The degree programme conveys theoretically sound knowledge that is practically reflected.
Excellent supervision arrangements.

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E-mail: studieninfo [at] aau [dot] at

Office of the Programme Director
Website of the Programme Director
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Your skills are our mission. This is what we can teach you

The degree programme aims to convey fundamental theoretical principles while also demonstrating their practical application. Students are able to

comprehend and optimise particular characteristics of value-creation-chains in the media industry.
link areas from media and communication sciences with economic and technological areas and conduct independent research in these fields.
manage the intersections between organisational communication, media economics, media management, marketing, advertising, and technology.

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Programme structure

In Klagenfurt you can study at your own pace. To help you follow your path with confidence, we keep it clear of (bureaucratic) stumbling blocks and barriers. If you wish to reach your goal quickly and efficiently, we will always be there to support you. Our recommended course of study will guide you through the semesters. You work your way through the curriculum – making the most of opportunities to broaden your horizons and without wasting time. If you would like to know which courses await you before you start, take a look at the wide range of seminars and lectures.

Main areas

Programme structure: a tabular overview

Subject	Designation	ECTS
Required Subjects	Complementary subjects	16
	Quantitative and Qualitative Methods (for Media Research)	4
	Organisational Communication and Media Management (OAM)	14
	Distributed Multimedia Systems (DMS)	4
	Human Centered Computing (HCC)	8
	Innovation and Marketing (IAM)	8
	Law	8
	Master Thesis	28
Electives I	Media and Communication (MC)	8
	Multimedia Systems (MS)	4
	Innovation, Marketing and Law (IML)	4
Electives II		8
Options		6
*Total*		120

Recommended course of study

1. Semester | 2. Semester

Important note regarding lecture courses scheduled on a cyclical basis: Although certain lecture courses are only offered once a year, the corresponding examinations can be taken year-round on specific dates.

1. Semester (Starting in the winter semester)

Recommended course of study: a tabular overview
SUBJECT	ECTS	Course number + title	Course type
Complementary Subjects	16	180.800 Media and Communication Theories 180.801 Introduction to Organizational Communication 180.806 Principles of Business Management I 180.807 Principles of Business Management II 180.808 Introduction to Media Informatics 180.809 Media Informatics Lab	VO/L or VC/LC* or KS/C*
Law	4	180.805 Media Law	VC/LC*
HCC	4	180.812 Human Centered Computing I	VC/LC*
MS	4	180.823 Computer Games	VC/LC*
OAM	4	180.803 Principles of Media Economics and Media and Convergence Management I (OAM)	VO/L
Total	32

* compulsory attendance

2. Semester

Recommended course of study: a tabular overview
SUBJECT	ECTS	Course number + title	Course type
OAM	8	180.813 Principles of Media Economics and Media and Convergence Management II (OAM) 180.804 MCM Project Management	KS/C*
OAM	4	180.802 Quantitative and Qualitative Methods (for Media Research) or 180.820 Qualitative Content Analysis	KS/C*
DMS	4	180.810 Introduction to Multimedia Technology 180.811 Introduction to Multimedia Technology	VO/L and KS/C*
HCC	4	180.812 Human Centered Computing II	VC/LC*
IAM	8	601.912 Entrepreneurship & Innovation (BUS3) 602.419 Consumer Behavior and Media	VC/LC*
Law	4	180.817 IT-Law	VO/L*
Electives	4	180.828 Interactive Systems	VC/LC and KS/C*
Total	32

* compulsory attendance

Curriculum

Curriculum in English (PDF)

The legally binding version of this curriculum is the german version!

Range of courses

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There are no limits to your personal development. Enjoy the freedom that only a university degree can offer you and expand your horizons beyond your academic studies. You can pick and choose which competences will set you apart in the future. We have lots to offer, for instance:

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Specialist courses & optional subjects

Extension programmes

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Special admission procedure

To apply for the Master’s programme Media and Convergence Management at AAU, applicants have to register online first at https://campus.aau.at/idm/signup?lang=en. After they have created their personal account for registration, applicants have to upload a motivation video in English as well as a CV, a transcript of records, a certificate of English skills and a Bachelor’s certificate - Certificate of completion of studies - in English as well as a copy of their passport. Incomplete applications cannot be considered. The application papers are assessed by a Committee, appointed by the Program Director of the Master’s Degree Programme, with regard to their completeness as well as some formal and personal criteria. Following a thorough review of the submitted documents, all candidates will receive information in writing about the decision of the Committee.

Registration period for the special admission procedure

15.01.2024 to 30.04.2024

(Non-EU- or Non-EEA-citizens: 15.01.2024 to 19.02.2024)

Further information on the special admission procedure

Prerequisites

Applicants have to go through a special admission procedure to start the Master‘s degree in Media and Convergence Management in Klagenfurt.

Applicants must also meet the following conditions:

Due to the fact that the degree programme is offered in cooperation with three faculties, students with a background in humanities, social or economic sciences or technical sciences are encouraged to apply. Graduates of the following AAU Bachelor degrees qualify: Media and Communications, Applied Informatics, Applied Business Administration, Business and Law, Information Management etc. Moreover, candidates who have obtained a similar degree at another post-secondary institution are welcome to submit their applications.
Information on Bachelor’s degree programmes that are relevant for admission
English language level C1

Prospective students who apply for admission to a Master’s degree programme taught in English must provide evidence of English language proficiency at the required level at the time of application.

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Best prospects. Your professional opportunities

Graduates are qualified to occupy leading positions at middle and upper management levels. Typical fields of activity include:

media and telecommunication companies
ICT companies
branded goods companies
information technology
responsible activities in small and medium-sized companies working in the fields of advertising, organisational communication, and convergence.

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The world is your own!

In general, students are encouraged to spend a period of time studying abroad. This can be organised as a short period abroad within the scope of the restricted electives II (Electives II), accounting for 8 ECTS credits, or a full semester abroad.

Erasmus+ and Joint Study programmes allow students to study at numerous partner universities in Europe and across the globe.

Partner universities

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FAQ. Frequently asked questions

When does the semester start?

The winter semester starts on the 1^st of October and ends on the 31^st of January. The summer semester starts on the 1^st of March and ends on the 30^th of June.

Further information is available in Term dates & deadlines.

How can I apply for the Master’s degree programme?

To apply for the Master’s programme Media and Convergence Management at AAU, applicants have to register online first at https://campus.aau.at/idm/signup?lang=en. After they have created their personal account for registration, applicants have to upload a motivation video in English as well as a CV, a transcript of records, a certificate of English skills and a Bachelor’s certificate - Certificate of completion of studies - in English as well as a copy of their passport. Incomplete applications cannot be considered. The application papers are assessed by a Committee, appointed by the Program Director of the Master’s Degree Programme, with regard to their completeness as well as some formal and personal criteria. Following a thorough review of the submitted documents, all candidates will receive information in writing about the decision of the Committee.

Further information on master’s degree programmes with special admission procedures

How can I prove English language proficiency?

A list of the accepted language qualifications is available in the Regulation issued by the Rectorate concerning proof of required language proficiency for admission to study programmes.

Where can I find additional information? Who can I contact with questions?

Please refer to the Curriculum (PDF) and our website for further information on all aspects of studying. If you have additional questions, you can also contact the Student Representatives of the Austrian National Union of Students or the Programme Director directly.

Continuing your studies

Once you have completed the Master’s degree programme in Media and Convergence Management you can continue straight on to the following degree programmes:

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The following outstanding Master’s degree programmes are taught entirely in English: Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity, Cross-Border Studies, English & American Studies, Games Studies & Engineering, Information & Communications Engineering, Informatics, Information Management, International Management, Mathematics, Media & Convergence Management and Management, Economics, and Data Science.

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This young, dynamic campus is the starting point for global success stories. The company Bitmovin, which specialises in video streaming services, was founded by graduates of the University of Klagenfurt and has established a strong position on the global market in recent years with investments exceeding 50 million dollars. Today, the company conducts research on campus in the ATHENA laboratory, working in close collaboration with teams from the university.

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Our Master’s graduates are highly sought, not only in industry and business, but also in the academic world. The leap to a PhD position is in easy reach – and with close to 400 cooperation partners across all continents, there is a clear path ahead to further academic success.

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Master Media and Convergence Management

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You are special. So are we.

This is what makes the degree programme so special

Contact

How we are seen

Your skills are our mission. This is what we can teach you

Have we got what you need?

Programme structure

Main areas

Limits are old news. What else can we offer you?

Special admission procedure

Registration period for the special admission procedure

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Prerequisites

The first steps are always … accompanied!

Best prospects. Your professional opportunities

Join our community

Looking for guidance and advice?

The world is your own!

FAQ. Frequently asked questions

Continuing your studies

Doctorate in Philosophy

Doctorate in Social Sciences and Economics

These Masters’s degree programmes may also be ­of ­interest

Looking for guidance and advice?

This is why the University of Klagenfurt is one of the best young universities in the world …

Top Master’s degree programmes – and what’s more, they’re virtually free!

You know your professor – and your professor knows you!

Pursue an international degree with fellow students from all over the world: 11 Master’s degree programmes in English

From studying to entrepreneurial success

Europe’s largest drone hall

Research laboratory for video streaming

A springboard to research

As close to the game-changers as you can get

Study in a top location!

Study at Austria’s most stunning campus university!

Studying at a university of international excellence!

15.01.2024 to 30.04.2024

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