Overview

Throughout this Media Cultures - Intermedial and Multimodal Studies master program from Linnaeus University you will gain insight about, and develop methods for, literary analysis that considers the complex relationships between digital, analogue, and physical media. The courses in intermediality and multimodality link the main field of study of comparative literature with film studies, musicology, art and visual studies, media and communication science, English, and modern languages.

Key Facts

The programme provides you with knowledge of relevant, intermedial and multimodal theories and methods, primarily within the fields included in the Intermedial Research Centre (IMS). After the first semester, you can choose courses with an intermedial perspective or choose to build your master with individual courses. During the third semester, you have the opportunity to study abroad at one on Linnaeus University’s partner universities. You can also choose to do an internship, either abroad or in Sweden. If this is not an option for you, you can instead choose to take some of the elective courses offered at Linnaeus University. During the last semester, you write your master’s thesis in the main field of study comparative literature, with an intermedial or multimodal perspective.

The programme is offered both online and on campus. The teaching and course work is integrated according to the 'Glocal classroom model'. This means that students who participate online and students on campus study together and follow the same timetable. You choose yourself what form you prefer, campus or online. This teaching model gives you access to a dynamic and international learning environment.

Career

After graduation, you will be equipped with theoretical understanding, analytical tools, and interdisciplinary competence. The programme gives you a solid foundation for doctoral studies, but you will also be ready for work in publishing, culture, education, communication, media, and administration.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Students select two to four elective thematic courses in intermediality and multimodal studies. These can be within the main field of study or other subjects.

During the third semester, students have the option to study or do a placement abroad or take courses at Linnaeus University.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Växjö, Sweden

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media View 13 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

General entry requirements for studies at the master's level, and specific entry requirements: 1–90 credits in the humanities or social sciences.
English 6 or the equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

125000 SEK / year

≈ 125000 SEK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Tuition Fee first payment - 55,000 SEK

Tuition fee, total - 220,000 SEK

Living costs

Växjö

Sweden

6090 - 10000 SEK / 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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