Austria · Master's
University of Vienna
MSc Communication Science
University of Vienna
Course Overview
The MSc in Communication Science at the University of Vienna — one of Europe's oldest and largest universities (founded 1365) and home to one of the continent's leading communication-research departments — is a two-year, research-oriented Master's taught in English. The programme covers advanced communication theory, empirical research methods (quantitative and qualitative), political and journalism communication, digital and computational communication science, and audience and media-effects research. Vienna's department is internationally ranked and strongly methods-focused, preparing graduates for research, analytics, and evidence-based communication roles.
For Sri Lankan graduates interested in media, digital communication, PR, and communication research, this degree combines a top European university brand with exceptional value — Austrian public-university non-EU tuition is only about €726.72 per semester (around €1,454 per year). Austria grants graduates a 12-month residence permit to seek qualified work, with an EU Blue Card pathway. The strong research-methods training is portable into media analytics, strategic communication, and research roles worldwide — and into Sri Lanka's growing media and communications sector.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle A relevant Bachelor's degree in communication, media, journalism, or a related social science (with sufficient methods and communication content) and a good record — a Sri Lankan Second Class degree in a cognate field is competitive.
- check_circle Applicants may need to complete supplementary examinations if certain foundational areas are missing.
- check_circle A CV and motivation letter.
- check_circle Academic transcripts assessed for equivalence to the Austrian system.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (B2/C1 level).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 87 Overall.
- check_circle No German required — the programme is taught fully in English.
- check_circle Waived if your prior degree was taught and assessed entirely in English — most Sri Lankan applicants from English-medium degrees qualify with an MOI letter.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (€) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, non-EU, 2026) | €1,454 | Rs. 501,400 |
| Students' Union (ÖH) Fee (per year) | €50 | Rs. 17,250 |
| Living Expenses (per year, Vienna) | €12,500 | Rs. 4,312,500 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | €14,004 | Rs. 4,831,150 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Austria grants graduates a 12-month job-seeker residence permit, with an EU Blue Card pathway to work and residence. Vienna Communication Science graduates work in media analytics, strategic and corporate communication, PR, digital media, market and audience research, and communication research across Europe — or return to Sri Lanka's media and communications sector. Very low tuition plus EU labour-market access makes this outstanding value; the methods training is prized by employers and doctoral programmes alike.
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