Book and Digital Media Studies
| Specialisation of: | Media Studies |
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| Degree: | Master of Arts in Media Studies |
| Mode of Study: | Full-time |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Start date: | September, February |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 60830 |
The specialisation in Book and Digital Media Studies focuses on the dynamic process of the transmission of knowledge and information through analogue (print) and electronic (internet) media. You study both the historical development – from Gutenberg to Gates – and the modern practice of textual communication within its societal and technological context. Much attention is given to the far-reaching consequences of the digital revolution for the world of the book.
The programme has three main points of focus:
- Digital access to cultural heritage
- History of the book
- Publishing Studies
The unique character of this MA programme draws students from all over the world.
Research/PhD
Anyone with a Master’s degree can in principle apply for a PhD-track. Graduates from the Book and Byte programme can apply to be admitted to the Textual transmission and textual editing specialisation of the Research Master’s in Literature.
Information about application and programmes can be found at the Leiden Humanities Gradute School website.
