The MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s program in Media Arts Cultures blends academic rigor with hands-on creativity. Organized through a consortium of universities across Europe (and Singapore), it invites scholars worldwide to engage with media art histories, curatorial practice, immersive design, preservation, and much more. Across four deeply interconnected semesters, students rotate between institutions and associated partners, ensuring a rich cross-cultural and interdisciplinary study experience.
What sets the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus program apart is its fusion of critical academic thinking with creative practice. From digital archiving in Austria to experience design in Denmark, from theory and curating in Poland to internships or labs embedded in global partners, the program fosters both academic insight and industry-ready skills
Project Status
- Status: Ongoing
- Start date 01-09-2018
- End date 30-09-2025
- Action Type: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master
- Universities Involved
- Countries Involved
The MediaAC Erasmus Mundus program is a Master’s in Media Arts Cultures offered by leading European universities.
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This cross-border collaboration allows students to gain an international perspective while studying and researching in the heart of Europe’s academic and industrial hubs.
Description of the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program
The MediaAC Erasmus Mundus program is a joint, international master’s designed to cultivate trans-disciplinary expertise in media arts cultures. Blending historical, theoretical, curatorial, and technological dimensions, it empowers students to contribute to creative sectors with an adaptive, critical, and collaborative mindset.
Key Features of the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program
- High mobility: Study across multiple international institutions and partners.
- Joint degree: Graduates receive a joint MA from two or three partner universities, recognized across Europe and internationally.
- Flexible, spiral curriculum: Iterative learning with evolving modules, culminating in a master thesis.
- Interdisciplinary & student-centered: A balance of core modules and tailored specialization to align with each student’s career goals.
Mobility Tracks of the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program
- Semester 1 – University of Lodz, Poland.
- Semester 2 – Aalborg University, Denmark.
- Summer/Winter – Choose between internship, independent study, or labs via Associated Partners.
- Semester 3 – University for Continuing Education Krems, Austria.
- Semester 4 – Master’s thesis placement at one of the partner institutions.
Admission Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years / 180 ECTS) or equivalent recognized level.
- Motivation aligned with media arts cultures, balancing previous education, experience, and future goals.
- Proof of English proficiency: TOEFL-iBT ≥ 80, IELTS ≥ 6.5, Cambridge C1, or VEPT score 56–60; exceptions for degrees taught in English in select countries.
- Required documents include: application form, passport copy, CV, motivation letter, university diploma & transcripts, academic/artistic work sample, essay (max 2 pages) on media arts topic, recent photo, and language proof.
How to Apply for MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program
- Submit the online application form by the deadline
- Submit materials via the online application system
- Ensure apostille or legalization of the degree is arranged if required—submission may follow upon acceptance.
Application Timeline
- Opens: November
- Deadline: May
- Enroll: Starting September following selection
Curriculum Structure of the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program
- Semester 1 (Poland): Core theories and academic practices in media arts, via foundation modules (e.g., media art contexts, case studies, academic methods)
- Semester 2 (Denmark): Problem-based learning in experience design, blending arts, tech, and creative practice
- Immersive Professional Experience (Semester 2/3): Internship, independent study, or Media Arts Cultures Lab hosted by partners like LAS, Aalto, Rijeka, UOC
- Semester 3 (Austria): Specialized seminars revisiting core concepts, enriched with guest lectures and individual pursuit
- Semester 4: Thesis preparation and defense across partner institutions
Coordinator Contact
Email: MediaAC(at)donau-uni.ac.at
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program?
The MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program is a two-year Master’s in Media Arts Cultures that combines theory, practice, and research in media arts across leading European universities.
Who can apply for the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program?
Anyone with a Bachelor’s degree (minimum three years or 180 ECTS) and proven English proficiency can apply for the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program, regardless of their academic background.
What are the English requirements for the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program?
Applicants to the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program must provide proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL iBT 80+, IELTS 6.5+, Cambridge C1, or VEPT 56–60, unless they hold a degree taught in English.
What kind of degree will I receive after completing the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program?
Graduates of the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program receive a joint Master of Arts degree from two or three of the consortium universities, fully recognized across Europe and internationally.
What career opportunities does the MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program open up?
The MediaAC Erasmus Mundus Program prepares graduates for careers in media arts research, curatorial work, digital heritage, immersive design, and cultural institutions worldwide.
