Languages, Communication and Information

3D Animation for Film & Games (Master's program)

The cooperative program of CGL and ifs internationale filmschule köln allows students to pursue their career in the media industry, while at the same time expanding their expertise in 3D animation in such areas as design, technology and dramaturgy. During the four semester-program students design and execute various animation projects for film, digital games or immersive technologies. More

Communication Systems and Networks (Master's program)

Information and communication technologies are well established in nearly all industrial fields and the private sector. The study program on Communication Systems and Networks allows students to achieve a deeper understanding of the complex features of modern and future communication systems and services. More

Conference Interpreting (Master's program)

The Master's program in Conference Interpreting is a two-year postgraduate program open to graduates of Bachelor’s programs with an excellent command of all working languages they intend to study. The Master's program equips students to work as freelance conference interpreters or to apply for positions in international organizations or in the senior civil service of the German government. More

Data and Information Science (Bachelor's program)

Data and information play a pivotal role in today’s digital society and in times of "big data". Enterprises, politicians and the sciences all require reliable information in order to make sound decisions. Being able to analyze huge amounts of data and to provide the right information at the right time, in the right quality and at the right place is a crucial task. More

Digital Games (Bachelor's program)

Students of the Bachelor's program in Digital Games can choose from three specializations: Game Design, Game Arts and Game Informatics. Besides gaining technical knowledge, students also have the opportunity to develop their personal skills. Our graduates are well equipped to meet the current demands if the gaming industry. More

Digital Games (Master's program)

This 3-semester full-time program offers the opportunity to pursue an independent artistic and academic project over the course of the program. Students choose two out of three disciplines: Game Arts, Game Design, Game Programming. At first, they attend courses related to their choice plus Media & Game Studies. In the 3rd semester, students solely focus on their project. More

Digital Journalism and Media (Bachelor's program)

The Bachelor’s program in Digital Journalism and Media prepares future web professionals for versatile careers in the ever-expanding field of digital communication. In this seven-semester program, students gain knowledge and competence in journalism and interactive media, marketing and social media as well as web design. The program also puts a strong emphasis on theoretical foundations. More

Game Development and Research (Master's program)

The target groups for the Advanced Master's Program in Game Development and Research are media professionals (e.g. authors, journalists) as well as professionals from industry and resarch sectors (e.g. software developers, education experts, health professionals) who consider digital game design and development as part of their occupational field and area of expertise. More

Library and Information Science (Master's program)

This four-semester Master's program qualifies graduates of any academic discipline as well as librarians holding at least a Bachelor's degree for highly-specialized responsibilities and leadership positions in libraries and other information centers. The course language is German, the courses are offered in form of obligatory on-campus block courses and self-study phases. More

Library Studies and Digital Communication (Bachelor's program)

Social change and rapid developments in information technology have lead to an increasing demand on librarian’s activities and consequently a growing need for highly qualified personnel in libraries. More

Market and Media Research (Master’s program)

This Master degree programme is designed to produce generalists for market and media research in terms of both methodology and content. The programme is research-oriented, combines the expertise of both disciplines and familiarises students with the latest scientific research results and methods. More

Media Technology (Master's program)

You have already obtained a good undergraduate degree and now want to extend your knowledge and skills in the field of Media Technology? The Master's program in Media Technology, offered by the Faculty of Information, Media and Electrical Engineering, is your opportunity to do just that. More

Multilingual Communication (Bachelor's program)

The Bachelor's program in Multilingual Communication is offered by the Institute of Translation and Multilingual Communication. This six-semester program features the advanced study of two core languages and cultural domains (English, French, Spanish), German language and cultural studies, and concentrations in translation, media/culture, or business studies. More

Multilingual Specialized Communication and Specialized Translation (Master's program)

The Master's program in Multilingual Specialized Communication and Specialized Translation focuses on the theory and practice of specialized translation, including terminology, translation studies and technical communication. Students can specialize in Science/Technology, Economics/Law or Culture and have the option to focus on either one, two or three modern languages (English, French, Spanish). More

Terminology and Language Technology (Master's program)

The Master's program in Terminology and Language Technology qualifies students with an undergraduate degree to take on professional positions in the field of terminology work and language technology in a company, public organization or as a freelancer. More