In cooperation with the Institute of Political Science and the Institute of Sociology, the Institute of Communication and Media Studies offers a BA in Social Sciences. Within the framework of this degree, we teach the basics of communication and media studies in introductory courses. We also offer advanced seminars with a focus on political communication. Our goal in teaching is to promote students' critical and networked thinking about the social sciences and to sensitise them to the communication science aspects of political processes.
Current information on the BA Social Sciences
On the website of the Department of Social Sciences (in German), you will find a continuously updated documentation on the BA in Social Sciences program. The BA Social Sciences qualifies students for the following master’s programs: Sociology and Communication, Political Science and Swiss Politics and Comparative Politics.
Current information on the BA Minor in Digitalisation and Applied Data Science in Business, Economics and the Social Sciences
The Bachelor Minor provides a fundamental understanding of the digital transformation - of companies, markets and societies. It also aims to provide a sound introduction to computational methods for collecting, analysing and visualising large amounts of data.
Current information on the Research Master in Sociology and Communication
The Master program focuses on the analysis of social inequalities, social change, as well as the role of (social) media and political communication in contemporary societies. It combines sociological and communication theory with advanced quantitative research methods and prepares students for research-oriented careers and doctoral studies.
