Media Psychology

Exchange programme
Full time
Spring and Fall
Utrecht Science Park

In our Media Psychology programme, you learn how the media and our ever-increasing use of technology affects how we perceive, interpret, respond and interact with the world around us. There is strong theoretical basis to this challenging programme.

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During this intensive programme you encounter topics such as mass media and mass persuasion, cognitive psychology and psychological effects of media, and of course social media and the Internet. Courses of this programme may be combined with other courses within the Creative Business curriculum: Creative Business SEM 1 and Creative Business SEM 2.

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Start	September, February
Number of ECTS	30 Dutch Education System
Programme level	Minor
Programme code	CB-JM/MP
Language of instruction	English
Year of study	Year 3 or 4
Practical Matters	Housing and Immigration
Location	Utrecht Science Park

What do you need to enter this programme? And what can you expect when you apply? In this section you'll find all you need to know!

Our minor Media Psychology aims to explain how the media and the growing use of technology impact on how people perceive, interpret, respond and interact in a media-rich world. The purpose of this course is to expose you to the fascinating, ever-changing and in many cases addictive media environment.

Teaching format and methods include lectures, tutorials and group tasks and assignments.

Would you like to know more about this programme or do you have a specific question? Please contact the programme coordinator Ivonne Dekker

The Media Psychology programme takes place over one semester (two periods: A and B in fall, C and D in spring) and consists of the following courses:

Period	Course code	Course Unit Title	ECTS
A / C	JM-MPMMMP-20	Mass Media and Mass Persuasion	5
A / C	JM-MPCPM-20	Cognitive Psychology of the Media	5
A / C	JM-PSYCHEFF-17	Psychological Effects of Media	5
B / D	JM-MPCYPSY-20	Cyber Psychology	5
B / D	JM-MPPNF-15	Psychology of News Framing	5
B / D	JM-MPDMC020	Psychology of Digital Media	5

In our Course Guide you can find all relevant information about the programme in one practical document. Download it here for your convenience.

Download the Media Psychology course guide

The academic level of this program is high. There is a strong theoretical base to all courses. This requires you to be highly motivated and have excellent English skills.

English CEFR level B2

You may combine one or more of the courses within the programme with other courses in the Creative Business curriculum. Please contact our programme coordinator Ivonne Dekker for more information.

When you move to a different country to study, there are lots of things to arrange. For instance, where will you live, how much are the costs? Visit our practical information page to help you prepare your stay. It is also important to start arranging a living space as soon as possible. Our housing pages will help you on your way. A student living in the Netherlands needs about € 800 - 1000 a month to cover living expenses, such as housing, food and transportation. This includes insurances – health insurance is mandatory.

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Intensive and thorough programme

This all-encompassing and rigorous programme provides you with a solid foundation in media psychology, giving you an excellent preparation for future (social) media and/or creative business internships or jobs.
Inspiring international setting

HU supports your ambitions. During your time in Utrecht, you will meet students from all over the world and make connections to last a lifetime.
Benefits of the Utrecht Science Park Campus

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