Information for prospective students
Pop culture is media culture - and nowhere is this connection more evident than in the Popular Music and Media degree programme at Paderborn University. The programme is all about this interplay. You learn how technical developments - from sound recording to digitalisation - influence the production, distribution and perception of music. The programme combines cultural studies perspectives with media-related issues and offers a sound insight into the history and present of music culture.
Overview of the Popular Music and Media degree programmes on the Paderborn University's degree programmes page. There you will find the programme content and structure, admission requirements, application information as well as opportunities
Theory meets practice - The degree programme combines academic reflection with practical experience. You are both theoretically trained and practically active: In addition to analysing popular music, culture and media, experience is gained in fields such as music production, cultural and event management, journalism, media work or artist coaching.
Media
Music in the digital age - whether streaming platforms, social media or live performances - music is everywhere today. The Popular Music and Media degree programme teaches you to understand, critically classify and actively shape these developments. Topics such as digitalisation, platform economies, global music marketing and developing an awareness of how pop culture is created and has an impact in the digital age are a central component of the course.
Programme content - module descriptions
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