Distance Learning Bachelor
Journalismus und digitale Kommunikation (B.A.)*

The media landscape is changing, and so are the demands on journalists and communication professionals. people mainly get their information online, and video content is becoming increasingly important. At the same time, declining trust in journalistic content and the spread of misinformation call for new attitudes, innovation, and ethical reflection. That's why we need professionals with digital, technical, multimedia, and cross-media skills. With the distance learning programme "Journalismus und digitale Kommunikation" at IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU), you'll prepare yourself for the demands of today's job market and gain the skills to tackle tomorrow's challenges. You'll not only learn the fundamentals of journalism but also how to communicate effectively in an increasingly digital and complex media landscape. From resilience and self-care to trends like artificial intelligence, this programme equips you with everything you need to actively shape the future of digital communication. 

How your studies get you ahead: 

• Practical expertise: You'll gain knowledge in areas ranging from journalistic media practices, methodological skills, and media production to academic work, psychological skills, and innovative technologies. 

• Tailored elective modules: The elective area allows you to build a personalised profile depending on your interests and career goals. 

• Future-ready: With your degree, you'll be prepared for roles as a journalist, digital communication expert, or freelancer in the communications and media sector. 

Depending on your personal or professional situation, full-time study is not always easy to manage. That is why we have also developed part-time programmes for all our degrees, which offer flexible and longer study periods. This way, you can study alongside your job or during your time off, whether at home or abroad. The content of the different models is identical. Depending on the study model, we will adjust your tuition fees accordingly. With the part-time variants, your weekly study workload is reduced.

Can't finish your degree in the allotted time? No problem! We will develop the right study model for everyone. If you realise that you need more time, you can easily switch to another study model with three months’ notice before the end of the month. These are our different study models:

Do you need help with your decision? Your personal study advisor is happy to help you!

We make it possible: At IU International University you can start your desired study program - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!