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BA in

Communication
and Media Science

About the programme

Because all is communication and communication is in all. Have you ever thought about the powerful impact communications has on the world? If you want to develop the skills to influence and inform others using verbal, non-verbal and visual techniques across different kinds of media, Communication and Media Science is for you!

  • A social science programme with a business edge: understand today’s social issues and learn how to solve them.
  • Master future-proof skills – from persuasion to project planning and content production.
  • Learn from top academics and industry professionals while using cutting-edge tech in the region’s most advanced media studios.
  • Choose from six specializations ranging from public communication to global media and pressing social challenges.
  • Strong practical emphasis, making studying communication enjoyable, relevant, and highly applicable to real-world work environments.
  • Opportunity for professional experience through a short internship in your second year.
  • Foundations in communication, sociology, political science, and philosophy, expanding to marketing psychology, digital marketing, and media economics.
  • Emphasis on developing soft skills, interpersonal communication, and applied communication theory.
  • Project-oriented and student-centered, combining academic knowledge with hands-on experience to prepare you for the international labor market.

Details

Programme name Communication and Media Science

Programme award Bachelor, BA

ECTS 180

Duration 6 semesters (3 years)

Teaching hours approx. 12-16 hours/week

Mobility window Recommended during the 2nd year

Includes internship Compulsory (80 hours)

Start date September 2025

Tuition fee (EEA)

800 000 HUF/semester

cca. 2 000 EUR/semester*

Tuition fee (Non-EEA)

2 800 EUR/semester

*The official price list can be found in the annex to the Regulation on Student Fees and Benefits.

This programme is available only in English.

Who is expected to attend the training

All students who love to read, write and speak, and who are interested in the reality behind the institutions of communication and media.

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What will you study?

Year 1

Core Modules*

  • The Realm of Communication
  • Strategic Communication
  • Culture and Communication
  • Social Science Research Method

Year 2

Core Modules*

  • Communication and Cognition
  • Media Communication
  • Visual and Virtual Communication
  • Psycholinguistics

Year 3 BA/BSc only

Core Modules*

  • Business Negotiation
  • Intercultural Communication
  • PR and Marketing Communication
  • Press Photography, Documentary and Campaign Film

* The above is not an exhaustive list. Corvinus University of Budapest reserves the right to change modules.

Specialisations







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International mobilities

Exchange programmes

Corvinus has nearly 200 partners worldwide, and depending on the type of funding, you can apply to study at these institutions.

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Dr. Tamás Bokor

Associate Professor

Programme Director

You need to prepare for the future. This requires skills and knowledge that offer opportunities for development. Today, according to all domestic and international analysts, the most important labour market skill is communication. Communication is therefore the key to the future, both professionally and privately. In our training, we put this key in your hands: you can acquire interpersonal, organizational and media communication skills that will open the doors to you, both online and offline. Join us and discover together how you can become a professional, successful and effective communicator!

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Darija Projkovska

North Macedonia

Student  - Communication and Media Science

My time at Corvinus University of Budapest has been nothing short of life changing. Choosing to study Communications and Media Science is one of the best decisions I have ever made, as it completely transformed how I see the world and how I see myself, as well as showing me who I want to become in the future. From day one, I was welcomed into a diverse and beautiful community where both personal and academic growth were nurtured. This university offered me a wealth of opportunities to explore and develop my interests, and for that, I am incredibly grateful.

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Michael Delgado

Colombia

Student  - Communication and Media Science

As an international student in Communication and Media Science, my experience at the university has been profoundly enriching. In addition to the high-quality education system, the international community is vast and diverse, providing me with the opportunity to broaden my cultural perspectives and form meaningful connections with individuals from various backgrounds. Corvinus offers all the necessary resources for a unique experience both on campus and in the city of Budapest as a whole. This combination of academic excellence and cultural enrichment has been instrumental in my growth as a student and an individual.

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Halfid Isai Urieta Franco

Panama

Student  - Communication and Media Science

Corvinus has opened the doors to incredible opportunities, from working with the communication department to joining multinational companies, thanks to the university’s prestige. It has allowed me to meet people from all over the world who have enriched me with their diverse backgrounds. I have also had the chance to learn new languages and represent the university as an ambassador in various opportunities. Moreover, Corvinus has provided me with a multidisciplinary education and a global perspective, essential in today’s interconnected world. Beyond academics, I have built friendships and unforgettable experiences that have shaped me.

Leading university

Rankings

#3 Best Business School in the region

EdUniversal Rankings

#351-400 in Business and Management

WUR Ranking by Subject

TOP 70 in Master’s in Finance in the world

Financial Times

Accreditations and networks

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Career Opportunities

Our graduates have secured roles in:
  • Media Specialist
  • Public Relations (PR) Expert
  • Digital and Social Media Manager
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